What should I expect after installing the game?
1. Spend at least an hour looking thru the info at
http://trainers.hitechcreations.com You can arrange time with a trainer via this website.
2. You'll also find a wealth of info, printable maps/references for dot commands, plane info etc at
www.netaces.org3. Get yourself a joystick, preferably with a twist handle for rudder input. Saitek makes the most reliable sticks in the under $50 range.
4. Stick with one plane for awhile. The Spitfire V or Spit9 and great entry level aircraft.
5. Spend time in the Training Arena...that's what it's designed for.
Word to the wise...before flying any of the Main Arenas, have a good working knowledge of the game. Other players are happy to help out and answer questions, but an endless stream of "how do you...." on radio text bar tends to get a bit annoying.
My .02 Good Luck and welcome to the game.