that is one thing wrong with the simulators,The flaps on a model don't really work like that!!! I think when they designed that feature they did that on purpose to exagerate the landing which is nothing like landing a 35 pound warbird at all. Don't think they could put it in realistically so that's the way it is. When flying my 35 poound Ziroli p-47 when I drop the flaps half way around the field before landing I don't even know they are down until I'm on my final aproach. The flaps stabilize the aircraft at lower speeds slows the plane down and allows me to fly the aircraft in with more power until I wan't to put it on the ground. I can actually fly the aircraft to the ground without stalling it or in an essence landing a deadstick aircraft! easiest way for me to describe it, hope that didn't confuse you. Terry F