Hey all Let me give you a quick background on my experience.
I have ONLY flown the great planes Rc flight simulator. I do have hours and hours of experience on planes similar to the ones i would like to purchase, along with faster and more fun planes.

I am going to purchase from my local Hobby People store. hobbypeople.net has a similar inventory.
I was initially looking at the yard stick park flyer: http://www.hobbypeople.net/gallery/701317.asp
it is inexpensive so i can crash it and replace it cheaply. but in the simulator it doesn't really fly in an interesting manner.

What i want to ask first, What would be a slight step up but not overwhelming for a first timer. I have a huge wide up area with not, trees, dogs and people for miles with a HUGE parking lot (no cars allowed) as well as a nice grass strip to practice landings. Price doesnt matter much but i dont want to spend a fortune b/c it is my FIRST real plane.

I already have a radio: Laser 6 with a rechargeable battery pack and its charger. I know i ned a reciever, servos and a batter pack for the reciever.
Do i decide which servos i want based on the type of plane to buy?

How do i know what type of motor and battery i would need for this particular motor setup?

I have a gift certificate which is about to expire and unfortunately i will have to purchase from their online store. This is why i am askingt he question in the forum instead of going to my local hobby people. I will buy the small accessories from online store and the plane from hobby people.

thanks