When I was first starting in AH, I was clueless. I had a general idea, but that still couldn't keep me from crashing five seconds after wheels up. I didn't know how to fire, rudder, look around, or other basic things. I remember printing out a 50 page "how to guide" that covered everything from the clipboard to how to bomb.
My wish is for the newer fellas, and I wish for an extended tutorial option for the new beginners.
This would include a voice that tells you what each action does. It should inform you how to use the clipboard, how to select a plane, how to start up the engine, basic flight, controlling the auto pilot, and some targets to practice on with a nice "Way to go! You bagged one!" cheer when you get your first kill.
This doesn't sound too hard to implement, and I'm sure you can get help from the AH community if you need a voice. ♣