Pashka 22: I have just purchased and installed AFPD, my first simulator. I am a beginner, still on the
buddy box. I have a Hangar 9, Alpha 60 trainer.

I found AFPD to be very realistic. The PT 40 trainer in AFPD flies just like my Alpha 60. I thoroughly read every thread in every forum I could find before puchasing AFPD. I am not sorry, it was not time wasted.

My final conclusion after thorough research was that AFPD had less technical issues and complaints than
either G3 or XTR Reflex. The service, as described, by individuals who owned AFPD was great.

XTR was intermittent and ofttimes the response was slow in coming. There seems to be many issues with the cables used to hookup the transmitter to computer.

G3 service is better, but still many issues with software problems during and after installation, freezeups, etc.

With G3, at least until recently you had to pay for add-ons.
XTR, I don't know.
AFPD many sites from which to download new planes and no charge for updates (software, patches, etc) and new planes when they come on line.

One thing I especially noticed was you seldom ever see AFPD software for sale on any of the RC forums or E-bay. G2 and 3, lot's for sale, XTR, a few.

When I recieved my software (3 days) I proceeded to download, and made my first flight within 30 minutes. I have a rather cheap computer with a on-board graphics card. I run between 50 and 75 FPS.

It actually looks just like flying at the club field. The transmitter controls are adjustable for expo and travel adjustment, and if you have a computer transmitter you can use your personal mixes.

You can record and playback your flights, fly with a partner, use the trace feature to see exactly what path your plane took. You can edit your plane and many other features. The instructions are very
understandable (wish JR could use their script man) and detailed.

I am very pleased, especially with what I feel is the realism on the controls and the way the plane reacts. To me, a beginner, it's great. It is not easy, I have crashed more than I care to remember, but I am
learning and I think it will certainly put me on the road to becoming an accomplished RC pilot.

Go to this link and read everything on it: http://aeroflypro.com/index.htm

Sincerely, Good luck and best wishes,

Jim Vines
AMA 821369