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Latest FS Hard/Software News (page 1)

This section presents to you news and releases from developers and publishers of Flight Simulation Hardware and Software. We offer a large variety of text information and pictures, product reviews, industry news and more.

22/02/08: Digital Aviation Piper Cheyenne X presented by Aerosoft

This add-on for the Microsoft Flight Simulator X is an extraordinary replica of the twin engine Piper Cheyenne with a new developed weather radar. The package contains no less than four versions of the most successful Turboprop family: Cheyenne II, I, IA and IIXL. All four aircraft have been rebuilt and animated for the Flight simulator in 3-D fashion right down to the smallest of details. In this way mechanical parts such as ailerons, rudders, flaps, engines and even windscreen wipers move just like in the original aircraft.

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22/02/08: Just Flight presents: 737 Pilot in Command - Assume command of the world’s favourite airliner in an exceptional simulation

737 Pilot In Command has now been updated for Flight Simulator X. This new version on DVD-ROM for FSX/FS2004 is also fully compatible with Windows Vista and the Flight Simulator SP2 service pack. Existing owners of the Just Flight FS2004 version of 737 Pilot In Command can download a FREE upgrade to FSX/WINDOWS XP compatibility here. Owners who wish to upgrade to FSX/WINDOWS VISTA compatibility can download a 379Mb upgrade for £4.99 here. Airliner enthusiasts can now take their places in a Flight Simulator X captain’s seat and command the world’s favourite airliner! The -300, -400 and -500 versions of the 737 have been expertly modelled and come with a choice of over 70 airline liveries. The beauty is more than skin deep – 737 Pilot In Command has advanced avionics and a highly accurate flight model. Other features include working weather radar and a printed manual that comes with a bespoke tutorial from the acclaimed trainer Captain Mike Ray. The new FSX version includes some extra features including innovative in-flight passenger screens and 737 Pilot In Command is also fully compatible with Windows Vista and the Flight Simulator SP2 service pack.

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21/02/08: Aerosoft announces the release of Lukla X - Mount Everest

Lukla airport owes its existence to the fact it is located close to Mount Everest and that most climbers use it as the first station in the attempt to scale this massive mountain. During the climbing season, October/November, the small aircraft (mostly Twin Otters) have to be off the airport in 15 minutes because there are only 4 parking spaces and there are probably other Twin Otters circling to land. It can really be a very, very busy airport. It is also the highest airport with scheduled airline flights in the word. Combine this with the fact the airport is of course closed a lot due to weather and you will understand why it can be as busy as it is.

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20/02/08: Wilco Airbus Series Vol. 1 Deluxe presented by Aerosoft

Genuine piloting of an Airbus 318, A319, A320 or A321 is from now on possible to everyone, thanks to Airbus Series Vol.1.The exceptional realism of this simulation has been achieved by thorough professionals who recreated all of the onboard systems, interiors, sound environments and flight models. Incl. Airbus DVD-Video (60 Min.). & FS2004-Version. The Modern Airliner Collection A318, A319, A320, A321, Airbus Corporate Jetliner

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20/02/08: Aerosft presents the DHC-6 Twin Otter X

The De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter is one of the most versitile aircraft ever designed. Still Canada’s most successful commercial aircraft program with more than 800 built, the Twin Otter remains popular for its rugged construction and useful STOL performance. The De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter (aka Twotter) is one of those aircraft that should have been replaced by some new aircraft at least a decade ago. But it’s not. The DHC-6 still flies and in fact the amount of registered is risen at this moment. The main reason for it is the fact it is just as much at home at the poles as it is in the tropics. It is used to maintain routes to airports up to 9000 feet and to ferry between islands. It will fly everywhere using wheels, floats or skis. It’s a legend.

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20/02/08: Just Flight presents the P-38 Lightning for FS2004/FSX

Called the ‘Fork Tailed Devil’ in the Far East, the P38 Lightning was a sight to strike fear into an enemy’s heart. First flown in 1938, the design focus was on speed and agility and the type went on to perform in many theatres in WWII; it was used in fighter, attack and even high-altitude PR (Photo Reconnaissance) roles.. The warbird experts at Aeroplane Heaven have spent countless hours developing this iconic aircraft for use in Flight Simulator. With a superb user-friendly Virtual Cockpit, it was decided not to model the ‘traditional’ 2D instrument panel. The aircraft is packed with detail, from the gun and camera bays to the authentic 17 liveries included in the package.

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18/02/08: Just Flight: Airline Simulator 2 features the most advanced simulation of the MD-83, MD-88 and B747-400 Airliners ever!

Fly the most realistic flight models ever made for the PC around the whole of Europe and across the Atlantic using highly detailed and accurate scenery. Experience the feel of the aircraft and realistic workload of real-world pilots in ATC-guided flights through all weather conditions, co-operate with the virtual First Officer who will carry out […]

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15/02/08: Aerosoft presents: TSR Autobrake - a Tool offering a professional simulation of an Autobrake System for the advanced pilot

The Autobrake system controls the deceleration in dependence of different conditions during the braking phase for Microsoft Flight Simulator X and 2004. The touchdown and the braking stage is the most complex operation in any flight, seen from a dynamics point of view. From a flying object, the aircraft now is a rolling vehicle but still has a lot of lift. It also needs to slow down enough to exit the runway in a neat fashion. For a large airliner loaded with people and cargo this is an extremely difficult task that is handled by complex systems. It also covers many pages in the flight manual where tables tell the pilot if the runway is long enough. Get it wrong and things get very exciting.

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15/02/08: FlyLogic - Alouette II X presented by Aerosoft

Fly the favourite Alouette II developed by Peter Salzgeber in FSX and FS2004. 33 different models and numerous highlights are included in this package.

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15/02/08: 757 Professional for FS2004 presented by Just Flight

The 757 is acknowledged throughout the world as the leader in short to medium-range operations. It flies routes from under 100 to over 4,000 miles apart and now flight simulation can enjoy the same fantastic flexibility! This spectacular 757 expansion has been developed by the experts at PSS and is the latest addition to Just Flight’s Professional range. It is supplied in both the -200 and -300 variants and comes with an impressive selection of 66 different airline liveries from around the globe. The authentic sounds, detailed features and refined flight modelling means that this example of one of the world’s most popular narrow-bodied airliners is truly the one to fly! Airliner fans will love the animated undercarriage, including ‘gear droop’, flaps, elevators, rudder, spoilers, ailerons, flexing wings, APU Inlet RAM air turbine, cargo and cabin doors – the attention to detail is inspired. Accurately designed virtual cockpit includes moving yokes, pedals, throttles; reflective gauges, lighting and much more!

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14/02/08: TrackIR Ultra: this is the latest version of the highly acclaimed TrackIR head tracking device

This amazing device takes the immersive aspect of simulations - and many other games - to a whole new level. TrackIR tracks the movements of the user’s head and translates these movements to the screen. Put simply - move your head and the view changes accordingly! You want to see the view from the left of your cockpit? Simply look to the left and the screen view pans to the left. Look up and you’ll see the view above. Installation is a simple case of ‘plug & play’ and, once up and running, you’ll wonder how you ever flew without it! Although TrackIR is compatible with all the major flight, train and car simulations, it can also be used in other many other games. If you want to take a look round the corner of a building in an FPS or scan the galaxies in Star Wars, then TrackIR will let you do it.

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14/02/08: Australian simulation presentes Piper Warrior V2.0

The Australian Simulation Piper Warrior for Flight Simulator X and Flight Simulator 2004 is back and better than ever! The award winning Piper Warrior II/III pack is now completely compatible with Flight Simulator X as well as Flight Simulator 2004, and existing customers get this upgrade absolutely free. This package was designed to please all general aviation enthusiasts, from novice aviators, to seasoned veterans of the sky. Most pilots have either trained in the famous Piper Warrior, or at least flown them at some point. The Australian Simulation Piper Warrior package will be sure to please all fans of the PA28 series. The base package comes with 2 main variants, an old and tired Warrior II with authentic worn instruments, and a brand new, straight off the showroom floor Piper Warrior III. The latter features a dream fit out with some of the most advanced avionics you would find in a small general aviation aircraft.

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14/02/08: TOPCAT - Take-Off and Landing Performance Calculation Tool

TOPCAT is an acronym for Take-Off and Landing Performance Calculation Tool. It’s a highly realistic, easy-to-use planning tool for all serious Flight Simulator enthusiasts.

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13/02/08: Beaver X from Aerosoft now fully FSX compatible

Our bestselling aircraft now fully FSX compatible ! This aicraft gets you everywhere, snow, water, soft runways or tarmac, there is a Beaver in this package for every terrain. Some things age gracefully, some things go beyond that and seem to resist aging altogether. They are truly timeless. In aviation there are few examples, because aircraft are designed for a definite lifespan and to be replaced by something better. Perhaps the Piper Cub is one of the few examples, so long after being build, it’s still in serious use and not only for sentimental reasons, they are still very much up to the job. But the DHC-2 beaver certainly is one. In 1955 a new Beaver sold for $30.000 and at this moment a well maintained Beaver with only a few million miles on the clock is worth around $300.000 and there are many operators who will tell you they fly the DHC-2 for the simple reason it is the best aircraft for the job and that they do not care that is older than they are.

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12/02/08: Aerosoft presents: Austria Professional X

This is the complete and especially for FSX created landscape scenery of Austria. It includes a highly detailed mesh terrain of the Austrian Alps combined with all important landmarks and 4 detailed city sceneries! Enjoy the wonderful mountains and landscapes of Austria! This unique Add-On includes the whole of Austria with all its mountains, valleys and typical landmarks. The Austria scenery covers 175.000 km² with the larger rivers, lakes, roads, cities, villages and landmarks. An extremely detailed elevation model and the new made ground textures make the mountains and the Austrian Alps seem as real as never before in Microsoft Flight Simulator X.

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08/02/08: FS2Crew FeelThere Wilco A320 Edition for FS9 & FSX: Fly your Airbus like a Professional with FS2Crew!

“Our first Airbus Edition ever, and our first major FSX product…a ‘must have’ add-on for all serious Airbus pilots…”

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31/01/08: German Airfields 1 - Island Hopping: Discover fifteen airfields on the German northern coast, detailed as never before

Fly tourists to the Frisian island Sylt and then follow the chain of small islands along the East Frisian coast. Or fly the daily mail run to the small islands, even if the weather over the North Sea shows its ugly side. German Airfields 1 - Island Hopping is the perfect environment for your flight adventures. Designed to fit perfectly into Aerosoft’s other German scenery this is the first release of the ‘German Airfields’ range and created by the best designers we could find. German Airfields will cover the best known GA airfields and smaller regional airports like Essen Mülheim and Berlin-Tempelhof.

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31/01/08: ProFlight Emulator Deluxe from Aerosoft: The legendary ProFlight now for FSX or FS2004 - Realistic ATC communication on all flights worldwide

ProFlight Emulator Deluxe brings back the all time favourite Flight Simulator ATC program for FS2004 and FSX. Namely Pro Flight 2000. Picking up on this great program and adding new features to it makes it a perfect stand alone tool for an exciting ATC adventure within Microsoft Flight Simulator. PFE Deluxe includes everything needed to enjoy ProFlight 2000 including a full working copy of the original ProFlight 2000 program. PFE basically uses the flight plan data generated by ProFlight 2000 and the original localized voice sets too. For the user, it will be just like running a ProFlight 2000 adventure but with the most recent Flight Simulator version.

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31/01/08: New release from Aerosoft: Digital Aviation Dornier Do-27 - The first german post-war aircraft built in series

Many of those who came in contact with the Dornier Do-27, couldn’t leave their hands from this airplane anymore. The Do-27 celebrated its 50th birthday just a few weeks ago, and even today it fascinates thousands of enthusiasts around the world. This addon for Microsoft Flight Simulator is leaving known paths and is quite different to the other add-on aircraft you might have experienced. Besides the extraordinary visual model this add-on is equipped with features that have never seen before in FS! Today, flight simulation pilots can be divided in two groups. The first group is trying to simulate flights so that it is as real as it gets, and other uses fly for recreational purposes and mostly do short flights in their spare time. No matter which party you belong to this add-on can be used in two modes: Pro and Simple. In ‘Simple’ mode, this aircraft can be flown just for fun and recreation. In ‘Pro’ mode you always have to keep an eye on all the systems of the aircraft. It is an exciting challenge because operating errors will have consequences. Flight time will be logged in this mode only and the pilot is rewarded with certificates.

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10/01/08: American Champion Aircraft now available from Flight1

Five different aircraft, with over 40 different model variants – from tail-wheel to floatplane, plus your own lake and grass strip scenery to fly them all from… in a superb boxed edition for Flight Simulator X and 2004. The American Champion Company’s aircraft are based on a design that has been in production since the 1940s. Very much the original rugged ‘back-country’ aircraft, the modern types are as likely to be used for basic training, taildragger conversions or aerobatics. There are even amphibious versions! Developed by RealAir, each aircraft has been designed to fly just like the real thing, with flight models that take you right to the stall buffet or give you the ability to accurately spin and sideslip.

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08/01/08: eDimensional announces the all-new AudioFX Pro 5+1 by BenHeck

After much speculation, eDimensional and BenHeck are proud to announce the newest addition to the eDimensional product line, the AudioFX Pro 5+1 gaming headset. Taking everything that is great about the acclaimed AudioFX including the unique force feedback feature and giving BenHeck free reign to add a style and design specifically for gamers, the AudioFX Pro 5+1 is the ultimate gaming headset. Built-in surround sound lets you detect the direction of approaching enemies and the special force feedback features lets you feel them coming, all before you can even see them! The durable, reinforced design stands up to intense gaming and travel to LAN events while the plush cushioning and custom earphone shape ensures comfort even during the longest sessions. The crystal-clear microphone guarantees your squad mates will hear you loud and perfectly clear.

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19/11/07: Simshack.net presents the Eurofighter Typhoon for FSX and FS2004

The operational requirements for today’s Eurofighter Typhoon, the world’s most advanced swing-role combat aircraft, were agreed jointly by the Chiefs of Air Staff of Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK. The agreement, which was the basis for the project’s development programme, defined the requirement for an extremely agile fighter that will dominate the skies to the mid-21st Century. The specification was: a single seat, twin-engine fighter with optimal performance in Beyond Visual Range (BVR) and close combat with significant ground attack capabilities. The Eurofighter Typhoon offers maximum operational effectiveness and flexibility, high survivability, extensive technological growth potential, as well as high reliability and maintainability with low operating costs. Because you’re unlikely to get the chance to fly this beast in real life, First Class Simulations brings you the next best thing: the opportunity to fly your own Eurofighter Typhoon!

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16/11/07: Abacus announces Flight Deck 5 for Microsoft FSX

Flight Deck 5 delivers the thrills and excitement of taking off and landing on a working flight deck: the nerve wracking adrenalin rush of authentic deck operations with AI traffic on and above the carrier. Based in the Bay of Bengal, the English Channel, the South Pacific, Coastal San Diego and the Persian Gulf, the USS Gerald R Ford is the host for all your launch and recovery operations. But remember, mastering the use of the powerful catapult to get you airborne and the tail hook to bring you to a screeching halt is just the beginning. You’ll also need to become skilled at flying the following seven aircraft:

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11/11/07: Just Flight announces that Spitfire is now available as FSX-compatible download

Just Flight’s Spitfire package, originally released for FS2002/2004 and with limited compatibility with CFS2/3, is now available as a 654Mb with full FSX compatibility for all aircraft!

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10/11/07: Aerosoft presents German Airfields 1 - Island Hopping

Fly tourists to the Frisian island Sylt and then follow the chain of small islands along the East Frisian coast. Or fly the daily mail run to the small islands, even if the weather over the North Sea shows its ugly side. German Airfields 1 - Island Hopping is the perfect environment for your flight adventures.

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