ORIGINAL: jnatale3
Well, since my ''resolution'' this year of going from r/c ground to r/c sky, I have been learning and having fun. I have my Champ, Stinson Reliant, and Stryker Jet. The Jet I plan on using as soon as I am more comfortable with the whole r/c aviation thing. The Champ I am pretty good with. The issue is with my Stinson SR10. I have not flown the plane yet because I have not dealt with ailerons before. I bought it a week ago with the Jet because I researched them as good aircrafts and got a good deal. I have used the Real Flight before (at a friend's and I do not own it). I am not really ''scared'' to crash the plane, but I want to be comfortable when I fly. Is it worth me buying the Real Flight and will it help at all? My big concern is how much more to control is the aileron set up in addition to the rudder/elevator I am used to flying with the Champ?
Just my take on this as I'm not really that familiar with the plane you're talking about to begin with.
The ailerons will be a little adjustment for you but not that bad. I started with a 3 channel and the transition isn't that painful. You'll probably enjoy it more anyway.
As for the sim, it is a good tool. That's where it ends. There is no substitute for an instructor in my opinion. If you have any reservation about going from 3 channel to 4 channel, find someone to work with you until you are comfortable.
You're mileage may vary.........