I would say that Kurfurst is one of the most 109 biased people I have ever seen on any WWII aviation board. He undoubtedly knows a lot about the 109 and his web site and information are invaluable (thanks Kurfurst). The problem he has is that he cannot be relied upon to give an unbiased opinion. Buzzsaw is of the same mould and always aims to show the Axis AC in a bad light while cherry picking the good points of the Allied AC.
I must point out ALL people are biased in some way, the trick is to ignore your bias and see the truth. I for example don't like the looks of the Spitfire but know it was without a doubt an outstanding fighter aircraft. I love the Hurricane but accept that it was outclassed by most of its opponents. I love ALL WWII aviation from ALL sides, I don't look at good v evil I only see WWII combat AC and that is my passion. I can happily fly a plane that has a swastika painted on its fin because I know it doesn't make me a nazi. I can happily shoot down the good guys because it is only a sim and noone is actually dying or getting hurt.
The best advice I can give someone who flies in IL2 is to fly both sides. You will come to see that each side has its fair share of FM/DM problems.
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