RE: HElp with plane selection
This ARF looks a lot like a .90-sized version of the Super Sportster. You should be able to set it up with gentle control throws and a mildly pitched sport prop to get exactly the flying characteristics you're looking for. It also looks like it's just the right size for a 20-to-26-sized gas engine.
Good luck and be sure to post back here on how your project is coming along.