dufault,

First, let me echo the welcoming sentiments!

Second, let me say that there are a great many of us who absolutely support your desire to build, and hope that you'll stick with it! The more builders in this hobby, the better.

I must, however, agree with Chuck...the Mustang is not a suitable first aircraft...either as a build or to fly...for many beginners. You may certainly be different, but understand that you'd be a rare exception if you are.

If I may make a suggestion:

Consider [link=http://www.hobby-lobby.com/telemaster40_3890_prd1.htm]Hobby Lobby's Telemaster .40[/link] as your first build and airplane.

You'll note the kit is very inexpensive at < $100. The design has been around for many decades, and has taught tens (perhaps hundreds) of RC pilots to fly AND to build. It's a very simple and straight-forward build, but will teach you many of the skills you'll need to build more complex aircraft.

Best of all, all of the tools and many of the components (servos, receiver, perhaps even motor) you acquire for building and flying the Telemaster will transfer over to your Mustang as well, when you're ready. Since you'll need to buy those items ANYway, you're not out any extra money.

By all means...I certainly want to encourage people to build, AND to fly! I feel that the suggestion above will give you the best chance to have some real success at both.