hmmm turning sensitivity up might help, but then again could hinder how i have it set for the other planes

might try it though.
I was using the spitXVI religiously when i unlocked it, but have since switched back to the IX.
the XVI is faster and seems better in a climb etc (looks nicer to with those clipped wings), but with alot of players opting for the turnign fight, the IX has a better turning radius than the XVI.
Also they seem to have the same armaments, so playing chicken with anyway will have the same results... either your lucky or your dead.
Also 9/10 fights might start high, but they always finish down low. All my recent fights seems to be below 500ft.