A typical newbie dumb question but here goes: I recently picked up my P-51 Mustang PTS and my intention getting it in the winter months is practice with the cockpit simulater all winter. First off I now underatand why there is a lot of controversy with this as a "first plane" or trainer. Just from practicing on the simulator software I know for damn sure I will crash this plane. Is a park flyer a good place to start? I plan on joining a local club in the spring and taking appropriate lessons out of respect for a great hobby. I just wonder how many folks start out or practice on something electric (or glow) that does not take a lot of room to fly before heading the the field. Thanks and hell I'm just happy to be here...what took me so long?