Thanks for the advice. I am getting a simulator and plan on spending A LOT of time on it before flying. Also, I've found only one club within about a 70 mile radius from where I live, but have contacted them for info and joining. Not sure as to their reputation though. My father is a good pilot with real planes, has tons of simulator experience, and has flown a couple entry level RC's with great results. May have to have him as my instructor if the club thing doesn't pan out.

Seems like the info on the net is very misleading. I was of the understanding that this plane was a good beginner, or at least that's how they are listed and praised. While I'm sure that they are a little piggy on power and flight time, they are affordable. As I fully expect to crash, I would be disappointed, but not nearly as much as if I were to spend 3 times as much on a better nitro model. I have flown the little micro planes and helis with good results, so I do have a general idea of flight and how easy it is to over/under shoot a runway and over/under correct. I know it will be a trying experience, I'm going to take it very slowly.