I do find it easier to fly in Cockpit view (Sim) when I'm panning the view to keep tabs on my opponent and maneuvre at the same time, I don't lose track of where my plane is relative to the ground (which I do in virtual) quite so easily. Once I'm on a tail then I switch back to virtual but if it were compulsary for everyone then I wouldn't mind. Flying your plane when the cockpit is covered with oil would be a bail out for most and hitting the engine of your oppenent (if too close) often creates oil smearing on the canopy (which clears after a few seconds). Sim flying would be a lot tougher. Also, have you noticed the change in contrast when switching between views? I voted yes as I'm a glutton for punishment.....
