Coot, First off thanks for watching. Thanks for the post, and review. Good or bad it is good to have some input so I can improve or create a video that will interest fellow flight sims.
IL2-1946 is an old game that wont go away, and for good reasons. They have a huge community that is very helpful in keeping the game alive with new planes skins, and effects.
I have DCS, and other flight sims. Yet I always find myself back playing IL2-1946.
If you are interested in upgrading to the B.A.T. mod version the files and instructions can be found here: https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,53691.0.html
They have file installers and copy & paste config.ini to get the game up and running without bugs or crashes. Whats really nice is they have a game .exe start up program that gives you the option to fly the jet age, WWII, golden era, or WWI. It is really amazing.