I think the method of trying to position your mouse just right to turn a knob on a small 3D panel is terrible User Interface. In FS9 or FSX , even with the 3D panels you could adjust values by left clicking over the numerical readouts. It was so much easier and accurate. I am all for making things the most realistic but if you can’t accomplish a task while dealing with the many aspects of navigation, it seems like a step backwards.
Yes, multiple monitor support to undock the panel would really help.