I've never understood why people think F-16's are good beginner/trainer jets. I don't agree with that at all and I would recommend an Elan or Reaction as a first jet. The Bobcat and Bandit ARF are relatively easy to land as well. The Viper would be a great first jet too it lands so slow and flies on rails. For your very first jet I would go with the Boomerang line or Reaction, DV8R, or Turbinator.

Andrew