Jay Honeck wrote:
2: Is force feedback worth the extra money?
Yes! Although for instrument scan proficiency, I don't see why it
would matter.

I use MSFS and a Saitek 3D Rumble force (just happen to have it out for
proficiency at the moment). I turn off the Rumble. When flying by
instruments, if you even get close to a stall, you're scan has serious
problems (from my limited IFR experience).

3: Is there any reason to consider a yoke?

no.

I'm sure you know my answer. The addition of a yoke with throttle
quadrant changes EVERYTHING about flying the sim. It's just...more
real.

agreed. I wouldn't care what the throttle quadrant looks like but as
long as it has one.

DEFINITELY make sure it usable by your left hand though unless you fly a
stick or flying from the righthand seat. Most joysticks for flying
are setup for flying like a fighter pilot with your right hand on the
yoke.

Some extra buttons are useful too as mouse clicking to hit flaps, trim,
freq. changes, etc. can be difficult at times. I have some of the
million and a half buttons to do such things.

4: Yes, I know pedals would increase the realism, but that's not really
my aim. That said, are pedals worth it just to keep my scan up to snuff?
For scan purposes, nope. For realism (brakes, steering, slips), yes.

agreed. For me, I do the approach and that's about it. I don't worry
about making the hotel guests happy. Oh, wait that's what the big jar
of peanuts are for. ;-)

for the most part any jo

Gerald