So after a very long break, I've dug out my original EECH CD, run a clean install, patched to 1.160fix1 and copied over the test build hover mods directory.
I've got the problem where I'm bumping all over the ground but, I've got no collective and can't get airborne.
This when trying to use a Microsoft sidewinder joystick (which tests out fine in the settings) or keyboard.
I can increase torque but not enough, doesn't go up past half way.
Any ideas?