Reviews (by BRUCE)

This is my first payware helicopter purchase and I'm very impressed. The visual model, sounds and flight dynamics are excellent. The 2d panel and documentation are also very good, but in my opinion they could be improved. As mentioned in other reviews the engine startup sequence is complicated but realistic, as is the flight control set up. This is the first FS2004 helicopter I have seen which has seperate controls for the collective (rotor pitch) and throttle (engine rpm), this is a real leap forward in my view but I do feel it could have been better documented. The other issue I feel could be improved is the 2D panel. One of the sub panels has some issues with transparency which detracts from the otherwise professional feel, also some of the switches are missing from the 2d panel. This might seem like a minor issue, but it's frustrating to have to swapto the virtual cockpit view purely to throw one switch. However, all in all this is a superb product; it looks superb and is great fun to fly. It is also excellent value at this price !