With all the talk of HUD crippled pilots these days, I decided to try my hand at HUD off carrier landings. I can say it took me a pass to get used to it, but honestly I'm coming to the start of the groove in much better position now. I still have a problem in close as I have a hard time seeing the ball, but much improved. If you are not flying great patterns, I'd suggest that you give the HUD off option a try.