Here is my two cents worth.

I have a Tower Hobbies .60 trainer, ARF (Almost Ready to Fly). IMHO the .60 size planes are easier for my older eyes to see in the air. It took basic skills to build, yet not much time so I could begin to learn how to fly. Still learning by the way.

While I was doing the learning part I started a Top Flite Contender Kit. Just a box of balsa, a little hardware and some plans. A very good kit to construct and fly. I have pics of my planes in my gallery.

Find an airplane you like the looks of and go for it. Check with some of the folks at your field or here at RCU. You will be getting plenty of advice. The hard part is sifting through it all.

Here is another something to think about. Do you want elecrtic or glow? There are good & bad with both. I have an electric Fighter Bird and it is fun & easy to fly.

Good luck,
Al