If you go to miscellaneous, under options, there's an option to change the time multiplier. If you set it to 50, its alot easier to hover. It's like flying at half speed. Once you get that down, increase the speed to 60, then 70, and so on until you get back to 100. Then you'll be able to hover. Plane setup is essential, I too recommend you download one of the ones from the G2 website.