I have to agree with John on all counts.

You would be better off purchasing an RTF (Ready To Fly) trainer. You can frequently get an RTF trainer for around $400. If you are willing to do a couple of hours work (and I mean only 2 - 3 hours) you can get an ARF (Almost Ready to Fly) trainer for about $100, a DECENT 46 engine for another $100 (or less) and a modern up to date radio, new, for anywhere from $100 and UP (depending on the numer of channels and other features on it).

In any case, DO NOT TRY TEACHING YOURSELF HOW TO FLY. The typical 1st flight of someone trying to teach themselves how to fly is less than 30 seconds and frequently results in damage (often major damage) to the plane and/or equipment.

Join a local club. The local club not only has a field to fly from, but they will provide instructors AT NO CHARGE.

Hope this is of some help.