Saturday, August 4, 2012

Friday, August 3, 2012

Virtavia Boeing C-17 Globemaster III for X-Plane - Released

Dawson Designs and Virtavia have released the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III for X-Plane 9 and X-Plane 10.

Aircraft Features:
- High quality 3D model
- High resolution glass EFIS panels, with double FSX resolution, 6 screens to choose from.
- Many custom animations including landing gear, thrust reversers, all doors, 2 position rear ramp, flaps, speed brakes.
- High quality animated, folding HUD with 3 de-clutter modes.
- Realistic handling including modelling of brown-flap high lift wings.
- Unique custom animated 3D menu for easy access to door animations, Fuel load, Payload
- Detailed and functional Autopilot panel.
- Detailed Standby Engine display with preset thrust level buttons.
- Functional FMS computer - Plugin enhanced systems for greater system functionality.
- Quality digital back-lit lighting night lighting - Cockpit floor lighting and cargo hold lighting
- Custom viewpoint buttons.
- Mission computers
- Detailed combination Nav/Com/ADF/Transponder radio.
- Flare deployment.
- Exterior lighting designed to get the best from HDR in X-Plane 10.
- Detailed startup procedure - - Custom warnings and caution panel.
- Unique drag-adjust trim gauges.
- Toggle hide control column and folding seat arms.
- Interactive cargo load dependent on weight.
- Cabin Pressure Panel, Windscreen wipers, Adjustable pedals, Functional fire extinguishers.
- Interior and exterior cockpit models to maximize frame rate.
- Exterior flood lighting - Exterior 'slime' lighting
- 12 liveries with bump maps
- 30 page user manual with full checklist.

Freeware Prague Ruzyně Intl. Airport (LKPR) Updated

The freeware Prague Ruzyně Intl. Airport (LKPR) scenery 12-30 Edition for FSX and FS2004 has been updated.

Freeware Morningstar Airfield (FAMR) for FSX

Jacques Botha has released the freeware Morningstar Airfield (FAMR) for FSX. Available to download at Simviation.

Outerra - Grass Shadowing Enhanced

The developer of the Outerra terrain engine has posted more Grass Shadowing Previews in the Outerra Development Forum.

McPhat Studios ATR 72-500 for X-Plane - Added Previews

McPhat Studios has added more livery previews from the upcoming ATR 72-500 for X-Plane on the Facebook Page.

LHSimulations Győr-Pér Intl. Airport (LHPR) - Promo Video

Dexter11929 has posted this promo video from the recently released LHSimulations Győr-Pér Intl. Airport (LHPR) scenery.

TSS Boeing 767 PW HD Sound Package - Internal Preview

Turbine Sound Studios (TSS) posted another preview video from the upcoming Boeing 767 PW HD Sound Package.

Angle of Attack - Free 737 Groundwork Ultra Trial

Angle of Attack is now offering the free Groundwork Ultra Trial from the PMDG 737NGX Training Program.

100% FREE, YOU’LL GET:
- 35 Page GroundWork Study Guide
- Members Area Access
- In-Depth Members Area Video Tour
- FULL and FREE Engines Lesson (36 Minutes Long)
- HD and Mobile Video Downloads
- Handouts and Transcripts
- One-on-One Training Q&A

Majestic Software Dash 8 Q400 - 2D Panel Preview Video

Majestic Software has posted this 2D Panel Preview Video from the upcoming Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 for FSX.

ArezOne-Aviation Lancair Legacy SoundSet Released

ArezOne-Aviation has released the Lancair Legacy Continental IO550-N SoundSet for FSX. Available at SimMarket.

Computer Pilot - Volume 16 Issue 2 - Now at SimMarket

The all-new Computer Pilot - Volume 16 Issue 2 - June/July 2012 is now also available at SimMarket.

Flight! Magazine - Issue 08 2012 - Now Available

Flight! Magazine - Issue 08 2012 (german language only) is now available at the Flight! Magazine Website and SimMarket.

Flight1 Weekly Special - $15.00 off Super 80 Ultimate Airliners Edition

Flight One Software is currently offering $15.00 off the Super 80 Ultimate Airliners Edition. Valid until August 8th 2012.

Carenado Cessna C208B Grand Caravan for FS2004 - Last Pictures

Carenado has posted the last preview pictures before release of the Cessna C208B Grand Caravan for FS2004.

Carenado B200 Super King Air - Bump, Specs and Fresnel Tests

Carenado has posted more preview screenshots from the upcoming Beechcraft B200 Super King Air for FSX.

Black Box Simulation - Airbus Xtreme Prologue - V0.54 Available

Black Box Simulation has released version 0.54 of the Airbus Xtreme Prologue for FSX. Details at the Product Page.

Guide for Free Photographic Scenery of Spain for FSX

Francisco Garcia Garridohas posted the guide for free photographic scenery of Spain for FSX. AVSIM - Flightsim.com

Aerosoft US Cities X - Los Angeles - Catalina Previews

LimeSim has posted more preview screenshots from the upcoming Aerosoft US Cities X - Los Angeles scenery for FSX.

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Ramzzess Boeing 777-200LR for X-Plane 10 - FMS Preview Part 4

Philipp Münzel has posted FMS Preview Part 4 from the soon to be released Ramzzess Boeing 777-200LR for X-Plane 10.

SkyDemon VFR Flight Planner Version 2.4.2 Beta Available

SkyDemon has released beta version 2.4.2 of the SkyDemon VFR Flight Planner. Details and Download

Nemeth Designs AS350 Ecureuil - Patch 1.02 Available

Nemeth Designs has released patch version 1.02 to the Aerospatiale AS350 Ecureuil for FSX. Download Here


FSReview Magazine - Issue 1 August 2012 Available

OshkoshSim has published Issue 1 August 2012 of FSReview Magazine. Available to purchase at SimMarket.

Taburet - Cologne-Bonn Photorealistic for X-Plane 10 Released

Taburet has released the Cologne-Bonn Photorealistic scenery for X-Plane 10. Now available to purchase at SimMarket.

FS Magazin - Issue 5 2012 Available

FS Magazin - Issue 5 2012 (german language only) is now available to purchase at SimMarket.

VertigoStudios Boeing Stearman PT-17 for FSX at SimMarket

The recently released VertigoStudios Boeing Stearman 'Kaydet' PT-17 for FSX is now also available at SimMarket.

Aircraft Features:
- As with every Vertigo Studios aircraft, it is gorgeously constructed, inside and out.
- 2 x models included, N2S (Military) and 300 (Airshow) variants
- Both the N2S and 300 boast a 3d Prop.
- 3D lights for the ultimate realism.
- Both models come with Hi-Def textures and also 2048 textures sizes.
- Designed and built by the book.
- Comes complete with a comprehensive PDF manual
- 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!
- A total of 15 paint schemes included
- Volumetric Cockpit Spot Light
- Fuel delivery system simulated.
- Sound Design by Sonic Solutions
- Light bloom on glass and shiny materials.
- Exciting custom-made effects.
- In-game reference and check lists
- A paint kit to easily re-create your own paint schemes
- Raise / Lower pilot and passengers visor
- Show / Hide Passenger
- Show / Hide Pilot when aircraft is shut down
- Wheel chocks
- Canopy covers
- 3D GPS Popup
- Aircraft Tie-Downs

Project Airbus - Airbus A330 - Another Teaser

The Project Airbus Team has posted another teaser screenshot from the Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft family.

TSS Boeing 767 & Airbus A330 HD Sound Package Previews

Turbine Sound Studios (TSS) posted preview videos from the upcoming Boeing 767 and Airbus A330 HD Sound Packages.

Earth Simulations - Treescapes Vol.6 North Scotland Released

Earth Simulations has released Treescapes Vol.6 North Scotland for FSX. Now available to purchase at the ES Store.


Features:
- Literally Millions of ACCURATELY PLACED trees!
- Ordnance Survey data providing Exceptional accuracy!
- Extremely dense Autogen tree coverage!
- New Tree models provide greater variation
- Now accurately represents woodland types
- High resolution Tree Textures that represent the UK vegetation.
- SEASONAL CHANGES!

Drzewiecki Design Polish Airports Vol.3 - More FSX Previews

Drzewiecki Design has posted more preview screenshots from the upcoming FSX version of Polish Airports Vol.3.

Commercial Level Simulations (CLS) BAe 146 for FSX Released

Commercial Level Simulations has released the BAe 146-200 Jetliner for FSX. Available at Just Flight and SimMarket.



Features Overview:
- Designed exclusively for Flight Simulator X
- Highly detailed exterior model
- High-quality interactive 3D virtual cockpit
- 2D panel with custom gauges
- 16 detailed liveries
- Wings and engines visible from the interior view (wing view
- Virtual Cabin
- Front and rear stairs
- Detailed flight deck when seen from the exterior
- Animations include passenger doors, cargo doors, flaps, rudder, elevators, undercarriage, engine fans, speed brake and spoilers
- High quality cone-style sound set
- Model configuration utility to adjust airstairs and window configurations to reflect real aircraft load-outs
- Accurate flight dynamics, based on real-world data
- Comprehensive manual included, featuring a detailed flight tutorial

Carenado Cessna C208B Grand Caravan for FS2004 - Almost Done

Carenado has posted more previews from the soon to be released Cessna C208B Grand Caravan for FS2004.

Blue Sky Scenery - Wind River Range, Part 2: Northeast

Blue Sky Scenery has released the freeware Wind River Range, Part 2: Northeast photo scenery for FSX.

Freeware Real New Zealand Auckland City Photo Scenery for FS2004

The Real New Zealand Auckland City photo scenery for FS2004 is now available as freeware. Download at AVSIM.

Freeware Grumman S2F-3 Tracker for FSX

Milton Shupe and Eagle Rotorcraft Simulations have released the freeware Grumman S2F-3 Tracker for FSX. AVSIM

Aerofiles 35% Discount Sale

Aerofiles is currently offering 35% discounts on all their products. Aerofiles Website

A2A Simulations - Accu-Sim V1.08 Pre Release Download

A2A Simulations has released the Accu-Sim V1.08 Pre Release public download for FSX. Details and Download Here

Monday, July 30, 2012

Ramzzess Boeing 777-200LR for X-Plane 10 - FMS Preview Part 3

Philipp Münzel has posted FMS Preview Part 3 from the soon to be released Ramzzess Boeing 777-200LR for X-Plane 10.

Freeware Alaska3D OSM Scenery for X-Plane 10

TK Design has released the freeware Alaska3D OSM scenery for X-Plane 10. Download at X-Plane.org.


Taxi2Gate Asunción Paraguay Airport (SGAS) - First Previews

Taxi2Gate has posted first preview pictures from the upcoming Asunción Paraguay Airport (SGAS) scenery for FSX.

BBC Engineering Giants: Jumbo Jet Strip-Down

Team SDB - USS Enterprise X for FSX Released

Team SDB has released the USS Enterprise X aircraft carrier for FSX. Now available to purchase at FlightSim Pilot Shop.

Carrier Features:
- Two configurations representing an early 1980s cruise (1982-1983) and a late 1980s cruise (1989-1990) 
  with unique carrier - details and carrier/aircraft textures for each.
- Empty deck versions of both early 80s and late 80s
- Full FSX Acceleration carrier operations compatibility
- Optional advanced FLOLS system with settable glide slope and audible LSO
- Optional Advanced launch trigger and realistic launch speed tailored to individual aircraft
- Aircraft servicing vehicles, fire trucks, and deck crew figures with animated "shooter"
- Night operations lighting including sequenced flashing centerline "rabbit" lights
- New and updated static aircraft on deck (A-7 Corsair II, A-6 Intruder, F-14 Tomcat, S-3 Viking, and SH-3 Sea King)
- Sea King plane guard helicopter flying alongside (courtesy of Michael Davies)
- "Adams" Class guided missile destroyer escort (courtesy of Earl Watkins)
- Framerates are vastly improved for FSX
- 16 moving carrier tracks (eight locations for each "era") plus a bonus Yankee Station location with the empty 80s carrier.
- Flight files for easy carrier locating

Alabeo Pitts Special for X-Plane - Now at SimMarket

The recently released Alabeo Pitts Special for X-Plane is now also available to purchase at SimMarket.


Aircraft Features:
- Blank texture for creating your own designs.
- Real flight model.
- High quality 3D model, textures and sounds.
- Detailed aerobatics maneuvers PDF.

Onet Valley - Soekarno–Hatta Intl. Airport (WIII) for FSX Released

The Onet Valley Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (WIII) scenery is now also available for FSX. SimMarket

Scenery Features:
- Main terminal and concourses are made in detail with 3d.
- High resolution model and texture
- Aircraft parkings, Cargo bay, Maintenance hangar, parking bay
- Fully detail jetways and bridge to concourse.
- Taxiway signs, and other small details
- Custom made lines, taxiway and taxi lights.
- Custom Gmax ground texture from satellite photos will make you feel like being in the real airport.
- All major airport buildings included Garuda head office , angkasa pura II building , masjid , cargo building etc..

TropicalSim Rio de Janeiro-Galeão Intl. Airport (SBGL) Released

TropicalSim has released the Rio de Janeiro-Galeão Intl. Airport (SBGL) scenery for FSX and Prepar3D at SimMarket.


Scenery Features:
- Highly detailed Rio de Janeiro Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim Intl' Airport / SBGL
- Photoscenery surrounding the airport area with night lighting and full autogen
- FSX version compatible with default and add-on FSX scenery
- Compatible with add-on AI traffic
- Usage of FSX SDK for the FSX version for best performance
- Auto-installer

Outerra - Grass Shadowing

The developer of the Outerra terrain engine has posted Grass Shadowing Previews in the Outerra Development Forum.

NMG Trading Weekly Special - Port Elizabeth Airport (FAPE)

NMG Trading is offering Port Elizabeth Airport (FAPE) for FSX as the weekly special. Ends August 5th 2012.

Mutley's Hangar - July 2012 Hangarcast

Mutley's Hangar has released the July 2012 Hangarcast. Available to download at Mutley's Hangar Podcast.