Grey Beards plan sounds spot on.. just let us know when you maiden!!

But seriously... as mentioned by others, I would have to strongly recommend the Hobby Zone Super Cub. You'll get everything you need to fly without breaking the bank. Its a great beginner plane that repairs easy as well. If you stick it in the dirt or get frustrated with it because the planes aren't like you thought, you don't have your mortgage piled into it. Sink all that money into a Cap, the internals and radio gear.. you're likely going to be disappointed. Take it from someone like you... when I learned guitar I started with electric, photography started with a high end system.. on and on.. so I understand where you're coming from. I did NOT do that with RC planes thank goodness.. as I look back. It took me, personally, about 4 years to get comfortable enough with the hobby and flying before I moved to large scale gas. And I had plenty of HELP along the way. Last.. if you like the cub.. then spend on a good flight simulator. I prefer Phoenix. I don't like the 'game' aspect of the some of the others. Anyway.. it will be a HUGE help and greatly accelerate your learning... as most all posting here.. just sayin...