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Tokyo Haneda Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator Gets First Trailer
After a few months of silence, Japanese developer Technobrain released the first trailer of its upcoming Tokyo Haneda Airport (RJTT).
It’s worth mentioning that this shows a work-in-progress project, but the models are certainly very impressive to me, considering that I visit Haneda often (I’m actually going there for some airplane photography this afternoon).
The airport still doesn’t have a release date, but it’s nice to see it making good progress.
Focke-Wulf Fw 190 for Microsoft Flight Simulator Released
FlyingIron Simulation released its Focke-Wulf Fw 190 World War II warbird. For now, it can be found on the developer’s own store for $30.33.
Here’s what you can expect in terms of officially claimed features.
- Stunningly detailed, AAA quality 3D artwork with 14 historically accurate liveries included.
- Experience one of the most detailed soundscapes available for MSFS – feel the distinctive roar of the BMW 801 D-2 radial engine from all angles with TWELVE unique engine captures – 6 external, 4 cockpit and 2 propeller layers. Experience true immersion with all new sound dynamics, including engine torque response, dynamic propeller sound simulations, realistic airflow sound modelling (which includes blade wind, propwash, airflow over control surfaces and more) as well as realistic airframe and foley sound layers.
- Hear the Würger scream past with our cutting-edge FlyingIron Atmospheric Sound Propagation Model, developed with full dynamic modulation for true flyby & distant sound authenticity. Our propagation model recreates this sound by modelling ground reflections, delayed soundwaves, atmospheric propagation effects on sound frequency, doppler shifting and much more. No flyby recordings are used at all; distance & flyby sounds have been authentically modelled based on real sound physics to ensure the Würger sounds incredible from all angles, all the time.
- Unparalleled flight model authenticity – developed through extensive collaboration with Fw 190 pilots, BMW 801 experts, and technicians to create a truly realistic model of the airframe and engine dynamics. The flight and engine models have undergone rigorous testing by a team of experts to validate performance and behaviour. Our custom-coded additions extend realism beyond the base simulator’s capabilities.
- Faithful recreation of the Fw 190’s complex systems – powered by our custom codebase to ensure each aspect of system simulation is accurately reproduced and future-proof against Sim updates. This includes detailed modelling of fuel, hydraulic, and electrical systems, as well as emergency procedures.
- Advanced electrical modelling captures every detail of the electrical system, from wiring paths and circuity, down to electrical draw of individual light bulbs. Electrical failures and circuit breakers are fully functional and integrated.
- Custom ground handling physics and landing gear models developed specifically for the Fw 190, capturing its unique characteristics.
- Breathtaking UV cockpit lighting – each light is individually designed, casting real ambient light for an immersive night flying experience.
- Achieve true immersion with dynamic cockpit vibrations, animated gauges, a functional Revi 16B gunsight, and much more!
- Full integration of the FlyingIron Pilot’s Tablet – featuring UX enhancements such as Autopilot, various aircraft options, realism settings, data monitoring, weight & balance calculations, and more. All tablet settings are saved and persistent for your convenience.
ATR 42 and 72 for Microsoft Flight Simulator Get Relevant Update with New Variants
Today Microsoft released a relevant update for its ATR 42 and 72, including bug fixes and improvements. The largest changes is the addition of two new variants, the the ATR 42-600S (short take-off and landing / STOL) and the ATR 72-600F (freighter).
You can find the full patch notes on the official forums.
If you’d like to get into flight simulation but you’re perhaps a bit intimidated by its apparent complexity, you can read our introductory guide, alongside the second episode focusing on installing add-ons, and another showcasing the basic instruments.
You can also read more flight simulation news in the previous roundup article.