Originally Posted by 1Aviationnut

Started learning on mode 2 decades ago, switched to mode 1. I can fly both modes and like
mode 1 much better. Back in the day RC models like the Falcon 56 were mostly "yank and bank"
so the rudder was only used for takeoff. Separating elevator and ailerons on different sticks made
sense. Still makes sense for me. I did RC helicopters in Mode 2 and it make it much easier to have
pitch and roll on one stick. I think the shift to Mode 2 in the States came with all the ARF models
shipping with mode 2 transmitters. I'll stick with mode one and use what I feel is best for me. I have
no problems flying my friends mode 2 models, just feels like I lose some precision in that mode.