So mdemetri2, I don't have yet a RC Simulator, because I didn't buy either the RC Heli. But the Simulator is a good investment. I know that the good ones like Real Flight and Phoenix are expensive. If you continue in this hobby for a long time and if you have enough money, don't think twice. Getting the Simulator you'll improve your skills, training maneuvers, and get experience of it.
More than this, you'll save money, coz your heli 'll not crash many times.

And for the future, you can pratice for 3D stuffs, and get planes too. I'll get the Phoenix, its about U$ 129,00 without the radio. It's cheaper than the Real Flight that costs U$200,00. People say that the reality of the Phoenix is much better. I hope so.

Good purchase!