ORIGINAL: CGRetired
So far, just about every reply has been the same, Brian. Get something less troublesome for a relative beginner and, after several hours of flying it, move up from that. We've all had some experience both flying and... unfortunately, crashing... planes that we all thought we were capable of flying. We're trying to save you some heartache here.
CGr
As he said.
PLEASE heed the advice given.
You'll have a far better experience, will spend less money in the long run, will enjoy it more, and your planes will last FAR longer.
Normally a neophyte has a hard time rationalizing the extra expense of "another" plane. One that they were not going to start off with.
However this WILL be money and time very well spent.
You will greatly enjoy any of the suggested "second" planes. You will do far better as you move up, and you will have fewer crashes and problems.
Are you a member of an RC club?