Rossie:

NW is right on, but gets even worse IMHO. Some sims will only give you "almost" reality. Can hardly hover any of AFPD's models on the sim, no problem with the real thing. To find a good airplane and gear, start with the 3D forum guys and read a bunch, or rely on someone you know who is a very good pilot. Some of the offerings out there are advertised as the best ever, some times they are good, most of the time just so so. Big difference between typical and good. I love te 73" QQ Yak as a example. Never snaps out, always gentle at low or no speed, agle when you want. Fly the AJ 52 Extra 330L a bunch along with a PS Katana in the smaller electric stuff. Neither is as good overall than the 40" RCX planes Yak 54 foamy. When I want just peace and fun, out comes the Foamy. ENJOY