Saturday, July 16, 2011
VertigoStudios Grumman TBF Avenger for FSX Released
VertigoStudios has released the long-awaited Grumman TBF Avenger for FSX. Purchase at the PC SimStore.
Features:
As with every Vertigo Studios aircraft, it is gorgeously constructed, inside and out.
2 x models included, TBF 3 and Tarpon MkIII
Designed and built by the book.
Comes complete with a comprehensive PDF manual.
3D ‘Sound Cone’ Technology with an amazing sound set, engineered using authentic Pratt & Whitney.
DirectX 10 compatible models complete with virtual cockpit self-shadowing.
Systems and Tru3D gauges for ultimate realism taken beyond what’s available by default.
Tru3D Instrumentation for the ultimate smooth flying experience.
Customised high-resolution materials give the most realistic appearance to the aeroplane, whilst being optimised for great performance!
6 historically accurate and detailed paint schemes (Digital Download Only)
An additional 20 historically detailed paint schemes (Retail Box Only)
Fuel delivery system is accurately simulated.
Default GPS.
3d operable radio.
Sound Design by Sonic Solutions featuring interior and exterior start, shut-down, wing folding, gear, flaps, canopy, wheel roll, crashes, tire touches, interior rattles, occasional sputters and back fires at certain RPM’s all in 16 bit/48k mastered for maximum dynamic range and quality.
Realistic canopy operation and animation.
Fully operable weapons pack with multiple munitions, including guns, torpedo, bombs and rockets!
Light bloom on glass and shiny materials.
Exciting custom-made effects.
Features:
As with every Vertigo Studios aircraft, it is gorgeously constructed, inside and out.
2 x models included, TBF 3 and Tarpon MkIII
Designed and built by the book.
Comes complete with a comprehensive PDF manual.
3D ‘Sound Cone’ Technology with an amazing sound set, engineered using authentic Pratt & Whitney.
DirectX 10 compatible models complete with virtual cockpit self-shadowing.
Systems and Tru3D gauges for ultimate realism taken beyond what’s available by default.
Tru3D Instrumentation for the ultimate smooth flying experience.
Customised high-resolution materials give the most realistic appearance to the aeroplane, whilst being optimised for great performance!
6 historically accurate and detailed paint schemes (Digital Download Only)
An additional 20 historically detailed paint schemes (Retail Box Only)
Fuel delivery system is accurately simulated.
Default GPS.
3d operable radio.
Sound Design by Sonic Solutions featuring interior and exterior start, shut-down, wing folding, gear, flaps, canopy, wheel roll, crashes, tire touches, interior rattles, occasional sputters and back fires at certain RPM’s all in 16 bit/48k mastered for maximum dynamic range and quality.
Realistic canopy operation and animation.
Fully operable weapons pack with multiple munitions, including guns, torpedo, bombs and rockets!
Light bloom on glass and shiny materials.
Exciting custom-made effects.
TSS Boeing 767 GE HD Sound Package FS2004 Preview Video
Turbine Sound Studios (TSS) has posted a preview video from the Boeing 767 GE HD Sound Package for FS2004.
Area 51 Simulations Boeing C-17 Globemaster III Released
Area 51 Simulations has released the long-awaited Boeing C-17 Globemaster III for FSX and FS2004.
Updated: Now also available at SimMarket.
Features:
Built for FSX and FS2004 engines
Very High Detail Exterior and Interior
Photoreal Texture Sets (US and Royal Airforce, Qatar Airways)
Parachute Effect
2D Panel
Sound Set
Clickable Switches
PSD Files for custom texturing
Updated: Now also available at SimMarket.
Features:
Built for FSX and FS2004 engines
Very High Detail Exterior and Interior
Photoreal Texture Sets (US and Royal Airforce, Qatar Airways)
Parachute Effect
2D Panel
Sound Set
Clickable Switches
PSD Files for custom texturing
Orbx Diamond Point Airport (2WA1) - Final Test Flights
Orbx is performing final test flights at the upcoming Diamond Point Airport (2WA1) and Olympic Field (WA45) for FSX.
Aerosoft Photo Challenge
Aerosoft is holding a photo challenge for flight simulator users. Details in the Aerosoft Forums.
"Find a real aviation image, then replicate that with standard sim (X-Plane, FSX. FS2004) and with the sim + add-ons."
"Find a real aviation image, then replicate that with standard sim (X-Plane, FSX. FS2004) and with the sim + add-ons."
Friday, July 15, 2011
Just Flight - de Havilland DH 106 Comet Service Pack 1 Released
Just Flight has released service pack 1 to the de Havilland DH 106 Comet for FSX. Download Here
Changes in Service Pack 1:
Aircraft registration number added to Dan-Air variant (fuselage and nose-gear doors)
Lower fuselage colour changed from bare metal to grey on Dan-Air variant
Aircraft registration number removed from top of wings on Dan-Air variant
RAF Transport Command fuselage lettering/font altered to match more closely the real aircraft
Changes in Service Pack 1:
Aircraft registration number added to Dan-Air variant (fuselage and nose-gear doors)
Lower fuselage colour changed from bare metal to grey on Dan-Air variant
Aircraft registration number removed from top of wings on Dan-Air variant
RAF Transport Command fuselage lettering/font altered to match more closely the real aircraft
Take On Helicopters - Community Preview Update 3
Take On Helicopters Community Preview build 82767 is available. Note: Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead is required.
Sim Skunk Works Lockheed F-104S Starfighter Version 3 Video
Sim Skunk Works has posted a video from the soon to be released Lockheed F-104S Starfighter Version 3 for FSX.
More FSDreamTeam Los Angeles (KLAX) Previews
FSDreamTeam has posted more preview screenshots from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (KLAX) in the FSDT Forums.
Aerosoft Mega Airport Dusseldorf (EDDL) Previews
Aerosoft has posted the first preview pictures from Mega Airport Dusseldorf (EDDL) for FSX and FS2004.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Engine Sound Creations - ERJ Series 2011 Soundset Released
TSS Beechcraft B350 Super King Air Sound Package Released
Carenado CT210M Centurion II - Cumulative Service Pack Released
Carenado has released a cumulative service pack to the Cessna CT210M Centurion II for FSX.
Modifications:
- Reality XP GNS530 and Reality XP GNS430 configuration now is working as it should. The file RXP530-RXP430.exe was replaced.
- Cowl flap animation reversed. Now it is closed in the lower position and open in the upper position, as it is in the real aircraft.
- Triangle position on VOR2 when showing FR (FROM) was inverted.
- Holes in the floor near pedals were fixed.
- Now SHIFT+1 shows either Carenado ot Reality XP GNS530
Modifications:
- Reality XP GNS530 and Reality XP GNS430 configuration now is working as it should. The file RXP530-RXP430.exe was replaced.
- Cowl flap animation reversed. Now it is closed in the lower position and open in the upper position, as it is in the real aircraft.
- Triangle position on VOR2 when showing FR (FROM) was inverted.
- Holes in the floor near pedals were fixed.
- Now SHIFT+1 shows either Carenado ot Reality XP GNS530
AVSIM Fancon 2011 Cancelled
AVSIM’s publisher, Tom Allensworth, made the following announcement tonight; “It is with regret that the AVSIM staff and I are forced to announce tonight the cancellation of the 2011 FANCON. The current number of registrations and the number of vendors committing to attend are disappointingly few. We are compelled to cancel now in order to keep from accruing larger penalty fees than we will pay if we cancel now."
Aerosoft - French Weekend, 20% Discount
Aerosoft is discounting all scenery products covering France, Luxembourg and Monaco by 20%. This discount is available between Thursday June 14th 00:00 and Monday 18th 24:00 Zulu time.
Freeware Kavala/Island of Thasos Photo Scenery for FSX
Angelo Tassoglou has released his freeware Kavala/Island of Thasos photo scenery for FSX. Download at AVSIM.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
TSS Beechcraft B350 Super King Air Promo Videos
Turbine Sound Studios (TSS) has posted promo videos from the Beechcraft B350 Super King Air Sound Package.
FSX Promo Video FS2004 Promo Video
FSX Promo Video FS2004 Promo Video
Orbx Cairns Intl. Airport (YBCS) Version 1.1 Patch
Orbx has updated Cairns International Airport (YBCS) to version 1.10. Orbx Support Website
New Content:
- Animated PeopleFlow
- Static Airliners
- Custom Qld Rescue AW139 Rescue Chopper
- Green centreline lights
- Waterway Yellow/Green/Pink designation lights on approach lights bridge
- Wig-wags
- APX ammendments to cater for Static Airliners.
Fixes:
- Crash detection issues
- AGN suppression at Green Island and Cairns CBD
- Watermask issues at Marina and Pond NW of Airport
- UVW issue at Shopping Centre
- Undercarraige of static Heavylift 727s
- Flicker on Domestic Terminal
- Control Tower transparency Z-Bias issues
- Floating AGN houses at Karunda
- Removed generic building inside fixed pond.
- Shoreline adjustments
Optimisation
- An FPS increase around marina & non-airside dom/intl
- TextureFlow optimisation on all models
New Content:
- Animated PeopleFlow
- Static Airliners
- Custom Qld Rescue AW139 Rescue Chopper
- Green centreline lights
- Waterway Yellow/Green/Pink designation lights on approach lights bridge
- Wig-wags
- APX ammendments to cater for Static Airliners.
Fixes:
- Crash detection issues
- AGN suppression at Green Island and Cairns CBD
- Watermask issues at Marina and Pond NW of Airport
- UVW issue at Shopping Centre
- Undercarraige of static Heavylift 727s
- Flicker on Domestic Terminal
- Control Tower transparency Z-Bias issues
- Floating AGN houses at Karunda
- Removed generic building inside fixed pond.
- Shoreline adjustments
Optimisation
- An FPS increase around marina & non-airside dom/intl
- TextureFlow optimisation on all models
Orbx Perth Jandakot Airport (YPJT) Version 1.2 Patch
Orbx has updated Perth Jandakot Airport (YPJT) to version 1.20. Orbx Support Website
New Content:
- Maintenance Workshops (in front of RFDS hangers) reworked from scratch.
- Peopleflow & other clutter updated.
- New static aircraft: R22's, Jetrangers and R44's added to reflect fleet changes since 2008.
- Updated AO and master texture revisions
- Brand new re-worked LM's for all buildings.
- 2008-vintage low-poly car libraries in aux areas (industrial & shopping areas) replaced by more efficient (and far better) low-poly models from Russ' libraries.
Fixes:
UVW mapping issues on hanger side walls at RACWA and Hawker Pacific resolved.
- Material settings issues (transparency/alpha deficiencies, ground shadow properties, LM settings etc) reworked.
- Ground shadows added to R22 and Nanchang Models.
- Incorrect LM call fixed on generic hanger opposite Heliwest.
- Errant AGN tree placement on final approach clearings and roads.
- Holger's sloped flattens for "the hill" no longer excluded by APX files.
Optimisation
- All buildings models now TextureFlow compliant.
- Optimisation of master materials libraries to complement TextureFlow work; more efficient models and no flashing texture-load issues.
New Content:
- Maintenance Workshops (in front of RFDS hangers) reworked from scratch.
- Peopleflow & other clutter updated.
- New static aircraft: R22's, Jetrangers and R44's added to reflect fleet changes since 2008.
- Updated AO and master texture revisions
- Brand new re-worked LM's for all buildings.
- 2008-vintage low-poly car libraries in aux areas (industrial & shopping areas) replaced by more efficient (and far better) low-poly models from Russ' libraries.
Fixes:
UVW mapping issues on hanger side walls at RACWA and Hawker Pacific resolved.
- Material settings issues (transparency/alpha deficiencies, ground shadow properties, LM settings etc) reworked.
- Ground shadows added to R22 and Nanchang Models.
- Incorrect LM call fixed on generic hanger opposite Heliwest.
- Errant AGN tree placement on final approach clearings and roads.
- Holger's sloped flattens for "the hill" no longer excluded by APX files.
Optimisation
- All buildings models now TextureFlow compliant.
- Optimisation of master materials libraries to complement TextureFlow work; more efficient models and no flashing texture-load issues.
Owen Hewitt's Bell 206 FSX Native Version Under Development
Eagle Rotorcraft Simulations has announced development of a FSX native version derived from Owen Hewitt's Bell 206.
English Manuals for the Freeware Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21MF
English manuals for the freeware Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21MF from Ivan Jurcaga can be downloaded at AVSIMrus.
Freeware Aircraft Carrier Clemenceau (R 98) for FSX
The freeware aircraft carrier Clemenceau (R 98) for FSX has been updated to version 2.1. Download Here
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Boeing 757-200 for X-Plane Livery Preview 2
Ramzzess has posted more livery previews from the Boeing 757-200 for X-Plane in the X-Plane.org Forums.
More Project Airbus A380 Virtual Cockpit Pictures
Project Airbus has posted more virtual cockpit preview pictures from the Airbus A380 project for FS2004.
Orbx Protection Island Screenshots
Orbx has posted several screenshots from Protection Island, part of the upcoming Diamond Point scenery for FSX.
Airport Enhancement Services (AES) Version 2.12
Oliver Pabst has released version 2.12 of Airport Enhancement Services (AES) for FSX and FS2004. Aerosoft Website
Added Support for:
EGBB UK2000 Birmingham Xtreme V2 FS9 FSX
EGNT UK2000 Newcastle Xtreme FS9 FSX
EKRN Drzewiecki-Design Ronne-Bornholm FS9 FSX
EYVI Aerosoft Vilnius X FS9 FSX
FIMP Max Kraus Port Louis-Mauritius FS9 2.11
KDEN ImagineSim Denver Version 2 FS9
LFMN Aerosoft Nice/Cote d'Azur X FS9 2.04
LIPZ Aerosoft Venice X FSX
LSZH Aerosoft Zuerich X 2012 FS9 FSX
VTSP Thaiflight Phuket Intl 2010 (replace the 2009er Version) FS9
Added Support for:
EGBB UK2000 Birmingham Xtreme V2 FS9 FSX
EGNT UK2000 Newcastle Xtreme FS9 FSX
EKRN Drzewiecki-Design Ronne-Bornholm FS9 FSX
EYVI Aerosoft Vilnius X FS9 FSX
FIMP Max Kraus Port Louis-Mauritius FS9 2.11
KDEN ImagineSim Denver Version 2 FS9
LFMN Aerosoft Nice/Cote d'Azur X FS9 2.04
LIPZ Aerosoft Venice X FSX
LSZH Aerosoft Zuerich X 2012 FS9 FSX
VTSP Thaiflight Phuket Intl 2010 (replace the 2009er Version) FS9
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