rec.autos.simulators

Sorry for the OT post, but I know that some of you guys are into Flight
Sims as well as racing sims.

I'm thinking of picking up either MS FS2002 or FS2002 Pro.  First off,
what are the significant differences (especially in terms of
tutorials).  Is the Pro version worth the extra $20?

Also, is it practical or even feasible to use racing controller(s) with
a flight sim?  (My controllers are LWFF on ID#1 and TSW pedals on
ID#3.)   Would this work with FS 2002?  If not, what would you recommend
as a good FF flightstick?  (I don't need one with a gazillion buttons as
I plan on using Game Commander 2 with it.)

Thanks!

I dont own any of the FS series, but do have Combat Flight Sim and run a FF
Sidewinder2 with it, which has been a good stick to me. Slightly higher up
the ladder would be a flight yoke www.chproducts.com . A friend of mine has
one of the middle of the raod CH yokes and works good too ( kind of a desk
hog, as it needs room behind it for the pass-thru shaft).
 And if ya really want to spend a few more dollars on a high quality
controller, try www.737sim.com .You may need the wifes permission before
inversting in that unit though :).

Oops.. Make that Combat Flight Sim 2.... Doh !

god, no :)

I don't care for FF joysticks myself, but the MS Sidewinder II is
ok, afaik.  I'd go for a Thrustmaster Afterburner II or Saitek X45,
and ditch the FF, though (except I went for the Cougar :D).

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