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Old December 27th 04, 01:08 PM
Matt Whiting
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G. Sylvester wrote:
Thanks, I found that. My joystick doesn't have a spare axis to assign
to the rudder, so I either use the keyboard or don't do slips!
Apparently, some joysticks have a twist axis for rudder assignment,
but it doesn't appear that my Cyborg has that. Just the normal X and
Y axis and the Z axis throttle lever.



I just auto-coordinate the turns. Otherwise I lost the intended
purpose for *me* where I wanted to concentrate on my scan, setting
up and flying an approach down to minimums. To fly an approach you
don't need to do slips until the last kick out during the flare. At
that point MSFS has done its job.


True enough. I was basically just exploring the envelope of FS. It
looks like it will be a pretty good tool for keeping basic IFR
proficiency. I still don't have the joystick adjusted to where it is
realist and lacking force feedback makes a huge difference, but at least
it will help with the scan and basic procedures.

Matt