1. I'm pretty sure that the training missions are reference only at this point. I haven't even watched one in years, but they used to work but became hard to maintain. It seems to me that they are only there for information now, and the rest of the learning process is up to you. I like it because it helps me learn from my mistakes. The best thing to do is open up the "Quick Mission Builder," pick your plane, set target to scramble and hit fly. But you need at least v4.09m for that option i believe. I suggest updating first thing!
2. Yes v4.10m is out now. But to be able to get there you first have to install all the patches in between as well just as you said. So it should look like this: 4.07 - 4.08 - 4.09 - 4.10. Make sure you have a clean install of the game before installing the patches to make sure things work out right. Then you can move on to putting in mods, but i can't tell you exactly how, it's something you have to figure out yourself. Hope this helps! Welcome to the wonderful world of IL-2!
