RE: first nitro trainer
Its a good little trainer. Just don't over power it. Just want to make sure you realize it's a kit, not an ARF as most people seem to prefer an ARF. Building a kit is a good way to go - when you have to reapair it (or any other plane for that matter - you will eventually learn to do repairs) you already know how it was built and have the plans if necessary to assist. You also have control over the quality you don't have with an ARF.
Hogflyer