I have been a fan of Microsoft Flight Simulator since the DOS days in the 80’s. I even remember playing with one on the TI 99/4A before Microsoft released their first version. These days it is difficult to find the time to drag out the peddles and yoke and start up Flight Simulator X. I can get a quick fix with a flight simulator hidden in Google Earth, though.
Once you have downloaded, installed, and started Google Earth, press CTRL+ALT+A keys simultaneously. You will be presented with a dialog box where you can choose from two wildly different aircraft and then your favorite airfield. I understand that most joysticks or game pads are supported.
You can download Google Earth here: link
For more information about control keys, etc.: link