Hi.

I've long been interested in the series but have never had the chance to check out for myself.

I'm a fan of history, warfare (war sucks though) and aviation but I mainly play 'hardcore' sims.

What will I think about this title?

I've played 'flight sims' on consoles before (I wouldn't class them as sims though based on how simple they are) and have had poor experiences.

Do BA and BA2 use autoaim as a non switchable option (remember Secrets Weapons Over Normandy???? That was disgusting seeing guided bullets)

Are there realistic features? (use your imagination)

Does it take some skill to land/rearm/takeoff?

How is the campaign?

How is the AI?

Is BA2 ONLY secret mission type stuff?

Is there a wide variety of aircraft with distinct features (speed, armor, weapon, capacity)?

Is there a wide variety of munitions available to use?

Do you 'upgrade' your planes in the game?

Are there multiple theatres of war (what terrirories do you fight in and also what countries do you fight as)?

If you think you've got any other information about the game that can help me decide whether to try it or not then please come forward.

Cheers.