IL-2 Joystick curve

[tigertank44]

Hi,

First of all. Thank you all for this topic.

I'm relatively new to Il2.

Currently I have Il2 1946 with patch 4.11.
And new Saitek Aviator AB8R-03.
And I know that its not the best stick. But 40$ for a gaming tool is the most I can spend.

However I think that I have a problem with controlling planes.
When I watch various training materials on YouTube I see that people can make very precise movements. Basically it seems that aiming is extremely simple as if they were using a mouse.
When I fly on my own, planes are feeling twitchy, especially elevator control.
I go up to face the target. And when I have it where I want, I return the stick to neutral position the plane goes down a few degrees.
I don't see that on other people videos.
I know most of that is skill and experience but joystick and its settings take a part it in too.

So my questions are:
Have anything changed (regarding plane controls) with patch 4.11?
Are settings 'all 100' are OK for novice pilots?
Which plane is the best for combat practice?
I noticed entries about FW-190 and La-5 but what about I-16 and A6M?