Flight Simulation developers shared news today, focusing on airports and aircraft for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020.
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Airbus A340-600 for MSFS by Aerosoft and Toliss Gets Extensive Video
Aerosoft released an extensive video showing off the Airbus A340-600, made in collaboration with Toliss.
The video showcases an extensive flight with the aircrat presented by Toliss’ own Torsten Liesk and an Airbus A340 captain explaining all the systems and behaviors.
ERJ Family 2.0 for X-Plane Released
X-Crafts released the 2.0 version of its ERJ Family.
It’s available on X-Plane.org, Aerosoft, and Simmarket. The price for the whole family is $139.95, while the E135 and E140 are priced at $59.95 each, and the E145 and E145XR package is priced at $69.95. The private version, Legacy 650, is also priced at $69.95.
They come with the following features.
SPECIAL 2.0 FEATURES
- Ambient Lighting Modifier – Significantly improves X-Plane’s interior lighting
- Glidepath Mode – RNAV (L/VNAV & LPV) autopilot approaches
- Noise-Cancelling Headset Effect – True-to-life cockpit sound filtering
- Realistic Strobe & Nav Lights , EFB, Custom Fuel and Autobrake systems
- …and much more!
SIGNATURE E-JET SYSTEMS
The E-Jets is favoured by pilots world wide for its automatic systems and autopilot functions. X-Crafts developed these with real pilots to authentically replicate the feel and operation of the aircraft throughout the fight:
- Automatically guided takeoff sequence with LNAV & VNAV capture
- FMS Speed manages all the speeds throughout the flight automatically, following speed schedules and any speed restrictions
- Authentic FMS ensures precise guidance for LNAV & VNAV following any altitude restrictions
- VNAV calculates ideal TOD and starts the descent automatically
- ILS Autotune and the autopilot guarantee effortless ILS or RNAV approaches every time
- Aircraft systems and interactions were developed based on input of real E-Jet pilots, from the correct startup sequence to the FIRE test before starting the APU
- High-resolution and accurate avionics displays with customizable pop-ups for multiple monitors
IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE
Feel the magic of this E-Jets Family, where advanced automation meets simplicity. With photorealistic models, immersive sounds, optimized performance, and a user-friendly interface, even real pilots feel at home (or rather in their office).
FMS & AUTOPILOT
Experience a fully programmable Authentic FMS and autopilot/autothrottle modes based on real aircraft, including LNAV, VNAV, and FMS Speed.
3D VISUALS
Detailed models and realistic animations create an immersive experience, with dynamic pilots reacting to flight conditions.
FLIGHT MODEL
Developed by industry experts and tested by real pilots for precise aerodynamics.
CUSTOM EFB TABLET
Access ground services, weight & balance management, checklists, performance calculations, aircraft preferences, sound configuration preferences, and Avitab.
PLUG-INS
Compatible with popular plugins for enhanced functionality: Avitab, SkunkCrafts Auto Updater, Terrain Radar, Better Pushback, or WebFMC.
STEEP APPROACH
- Experience the thrill of the Steep Approach in the E170, E190 and Lineage 1000, designed for challenging landings like London City Airport’s short runway with its 5.5° glide slope. Are you ready to take on this challenge?
- Please note that the E175 and E195 do not include this feature, as they aren’t certified for steep approaches in real life.
SOUNDS & VR
- True-to-life sounds with numerous User settings
- Integrated Noise-Cancelling Headset Effect
- Fine-tuned VR for a fully immersive and seamless experience.
LIVERIES
- Includes 8 default liveries, with over 220 additional community-created liveries
Key West Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Gets New Trailer Ahead of Release
MK Studios released a new trailer of Key West International Airport (KEYW) in Florida, United States.
We’re close to release, which will happen on February 26. This is quite relevant as it’s the first Key West scenery with the new concourse.
Orlando International Airport for MSFS and More Teased
Verticalsim announced that they have refocused their plans on bigger projects. The first is an obvious tease of Orlando International Airport (KMCO) in Florida. You can see the JetBlue hangar above.
The second has not been teased as explicitly, so your guess is as good as mine, but we do know that it’s in Southern California.
Supai Village Helipad Released for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Cli4D Design released Supai Village Helipad in Arizona, bringing more beautiful Grand Canyon scenery to MSFS 2024.
It’s available on Orbx Direct and Simmarket starting at $10.62.
- Enhanced Ground & Terrain Details
- Improved Waterfalls
- Iconic cascades such as Havasu Falls, Mooney Falls, and the elusive Hidden Falls have been significantly improved
- Custom 3D Models
- Handcrafted structures and natural features with PBR textures bring Supai’s unique character to life
If you’d like to read more flight simulation news, you can find plenty in our previous roundup article from yesterday.
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