find the local club and ask for help. there are always guys willing to help you get started. spending time on a good sim is the best way to start by far but when you get ready to fly your first model you should get help checking the plane and radio from some one that has beed around rc for a while before you fly it. i had some great people help me get started and show me the ropes and i love this hobby, i hope you have as much fun as i have.

good luck and keep up posted

randy racer