From the canopy pics, it looks like a V1. I have the V1 and really like it. Crashed it once due to dumb thumbs (still learning too), but is only cost about $40 and an hour to repair. If you bought it used and/or haven't seen it fly in action, most of us will advise that you find an experienced heli pilot to help you set it up. At the very least, go to www.raptortechnique.com for TONS of great info. You'll get lots of help here too!

IMO, If it's not set up already (you have not witnessed it flying perfectly), I would spend a couple nights tearing it down to make sure everything has loc-tite that is supposed to. The assembly and set up instructions on raptortechnique are great.

You'll hear everyone here tell you to get a simulator--great planes G2 is great but pricey. FMS is free but you need a cable/adapter to make it work. I bought one from a guy on line, but it didn't work, so I bought G2. SIM time means you will be able to hover within a few tanks of fuel.

If you can afford it, get the Futaba GY401 gyro. It is heading hold and will make learning much faster. I started out with a cheap gyro, got frustrated and sold it--life's better now.

Welcome to this addictive hobby!