I think that one of the best benefits of a simulator is that it will save you time in learning the basics of stick movement ... in getting the aircraft to do what you want it to do (turn, climb, descend, level out, etc). People that come to the field with sim experience get through the initial learning phase (up to solo, with instructor(s)) much much quicker. You can also use the sim well after the initial training to practice advanced maneuvers. Bob