If you are just starting out, look at the Hitec Flash 5. Great radio for newbies and will not confuse you with all the programming. The Flash 5 will hold up to 5 models which will be great for the trainer through most planes you will move into. I have both the Flash 5 and the Futaba 9CAF and love them both for what they are and can do. The 9C has after market modules to allow up 30+ planes on one radio. This is great until someone has the same channel as you (time sure flies when you synthisize!).