Hi Bill,

Yes, you can use the Co-Pilot for just side to side control. The controller mounted inside the aircraft has two inputs and two outputs. If you connect only the tilt servo to the controller that is the only servo that will be controlled by the Co-Pilot. You don't have to worry about covering up the sensors. If you really want to have fun, connect the other input/output to the throttle servo. However, make sure you have a way of turning the Co-Pilot off during flight.

Phil