I'm interested in trying out a modern aerial combat game and need some suggestions. The last game of this type that I played was F22 Lightning II (circa 1996) which I recall as thoroughly enjoying at that time. It's nice to have a break from the usual gauntlet of 1st person shooters and 3rd person RPGs (etc etc) and take to the skies every once in a while.
I'm also open to suggestions for joysticks. Something within a reasonable price range, maybe $50 or less?