Not sure how someone would do if they've only flown Heli's going straight to a 3D Model the same as there's no way I could fly a Heli with a similar aerobatic capability as my planes straight off !!!
That said if you do feel confident or have someone to help you maybe the Extreme Flight Extra 45" or a tougher plane but flies extremely well and will do all 3D easily the Multiplex Acromaster or a Super Zoom which glues back together quite nicely