Take off in an easterly direction from the historic Farnborough airfield in the UK and embark on an epic 80-leg journey around the world. From the northern most tip of Sondro Strømfjord in Greenland to Darwin, Australia in the southern hemisphere, the entire route has been carefully chosen to showcase the breath-taking beauty of planet Earth.
Must-have titles of the year Air Hauler is now available in download format. This amazing air freight management and flying add-on is due for release at the beginning of April in boxed format but can be bought and downloaded from the Just Flight website NOW!
Air Hauler puts you in complete control of your own freight company, and you’ll be taking charge of operations both in the boardroom and in the cockpit.
The limitless possibilities and flexibility of Air Hauler will let you immerse yourself totally in every operational detail of your freight company - each crucial flight you make will have an effect on the reputation and reach of your expanding freight empire.
The level of complexity is up to you , you can simply fly jobs between bases and buy or lease aircraft, or you can carve out a career in the air freight industry by hiring AI pilots, trading shares on the stock market with real-world NYSE/FTSE/DAX prices, and even take out loans and insurance - Air Hauler tracks all your financial activity,
As the pilot charged with delivering the goods on time, you can decide to fly a job in multiple legs, or stop anywhere en route for refuelling or maintenance. Contend with real-world weather conditions if you want the extra challenge, and detailed Map views showing all the airports in Flight Simulator will help you keep tabs on available jobs and the locations of your bases and fleet.
Air Hauler puts you in charge every step of the way - from landings to leases, flight plans to finances, and repairs to recruitment. Anyone who enjoyed Cargo Pilot is going to love Air Hauler! We’re all very excited about this new program, and early press previews have also been very positive - You can find a feature list on the Air Hauler In Development page, along with a set of captioned screenshots showing some of the management features included in the program.
Air Hauler is priced at £24.45 / € 29.95 / $36.99 for the Download, and it will cost £27.45 / 34.95 / $41.99 for the DVD version.!
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS: Microsoft Flight Simulator X or 2004 - Windows Vista or XP
Some of the workers who received 'generous' severance packages when Microsoft laid off workers.
Now the computer giant has asked for some money back...
"We ask that you repay the overpayment and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience to you." - Microsoft
The company blame an error made in the administration and has sent letters to those it judges to have too heavy a wallet in their pocket and they want some money back.
If they worked for Fight Sim division I think they may be asked to go fly a kite...
“The panel is just simply amazing. If you are looking for an aircraft that provides the most realism possible, look no further.” – Avsim.com
The Advanced Cockpit Simulation!
Over four years of development has produced an outstanding simulation of the Fokker 70 and 100 airliners and probably the most advanced flight deck simulation ever seen for Microsoft’s Flight Simulator series. With the involvement of Fokker pilots, this is an airliner that MUST be flown just as the real aircraft would be. Complex systems such as hydraulics, bleed air and electrical connections, lift dumper and speed brake logic, emergency controls, reverser logic plus detailed icing and fire protection systems are all modelled, delivering the ultimate cockpit simulation.
This amazing product includes highly detailed exterior models and flight dynamics for the Fokker 100 with both sliding and stair door variants plus the Fokker 70. Each model has numerous liveries to fly from either the Captain’s or First Officer’s panel. You even get multi-crew networking capability to allow Captain and First Officer interaction!
Fourteen 2D panels and pop-ups allow complete start-up to shut-down procedures by the book. Plus the load manager and fuel planner display data on the kneeboard for easy FMC programming.
This fully packed boxed edition comes complete with printed manual, including ‘your first flight’ tutorial, poster-sized panel familiarisation guide and a full-length flight-deck DVD filmed with British Midland airlines (BMi) on a round trip to Nice – which will help both novices and airliner experts alike to ‘learn to fly the Fokker way’
Detailed Product Features
Overall Summary
- Simulation of Fokker 100 and Fokker 70 airliners. - Detailed panel systems simulation (2D only) - includes Captain and F/O (First Officer) views. - Precise Flight Dynamics with special interpretation of your computers joystick/yoke for the most accurate feel possible. - Highly detailed exterior visual model. - Custom sound set with many expanded sound features. - Detailed documentation and tutorials. - Load Manager and Fuel Planner.
Aircraft Visual Model
The package contains 3 highly detailed models of the Fokker 100. These include a Fokker 100 with a sliding door, a Fokker 100 with stair door, and a Fokker 70. The models have a lot of animated parts and extras:
- Rudder and Flap movement all based precisely on real system logic and state data. - Landing/Taxi Lights can be extended and switched on separately, beams move along the surface. - The Landing Light beams, measured from the real aircraft. - Baggage loading depends on real aircraft loading. - Shut down aircraft shows chocks and engine covers. - Ground power cable connection visible. - Extra panel to control doors and ground equipment. - AES (Airport Enhancement Services) definition files included.
Aircraft Flight Model
The Fokker flight dynamics are precisely designed based on numerous real-world comparisons and data. Accurate aerodynamic behaviour of the slatless wings matches the real world fuel and climb data to within 2-5%. Simulated are the engine types TAY650 for the Fokker 100 and TAY620 for the F70. A detailed Load Manager handles all cargo stations in the aircraft and together with the Fuel Planner you can export a detailed real world load sheet into the kneeboard of Flight Simulator. This data can easily be used for FMC setup and in-flight calculations.
Aircraft Systems
The aircraft systems simulation is done with the highest level of detail featuring all Fokker systems, which of course includes an FMC and multiple EFIS Displays. The AFCAS (autopilot) is features all real -orld functions to the highest level of realism for this aircraft type.
- Detailed electrical bus system simulation of all internal systems. Lights are correctly fed by all the electrical busses and interconnections. (e.g. the left landing light has a different power source than the right one, and can be tested by switching off the respective bus). - Detailed bleed air and hydraulic system simulation. This includes anti-ice and cabin pressurization systems, right down to the interconnection with the auto-thrust that maintains bleed pressure in idle descent during ANTIICE usage). - Detailed Iicing simulation. - Realistic APU starting and usage. - Very precise IRS simulation with varying alignment time depending on Latitude. - Detailed fuel system simulation. - Detailed pitot and static port system simulation - all air data information is programmed to match the real aircraft’s system. - Weather radar with detailed ground reflection model. - EGPWS with terrain data display. - Flight augmentation simulation (basic extensive manoeuvre prevention). - AFCAS Autopilot with high end regulation functionality, providing smooth and real control input throughout the flight. Absolutely smooth and precise control profile (VNAV) descents and CATIII autolandings in up to 30kt crosswinds with real rudder alignment. Also includes guided takeoff mode with automatic rudder input in case of engine failure. - A high end FMC simulation (Honeywell software version 2A), including SID/STAR database, STRATEGIC and TACTICAL modes providing all the real functions except ENG OUT procedures. - Realistic avionics simulation with 2 VOR's an ILS receiver, 2 ADFs, all connected to the correct busses and connected systems. The real Fokker side in logic is used. - Mode S Transponder with TCAS matching the real TCAS test environment, with the ability to enter a Flight ID. - Detailed adjustable interior lightning - Precise controllability of all flight controls using correct hydraulic and electric bus connections, Lift-dumper logic, Speed-brake logic, emergency controls, flight control lock, and reverser logic. - Detailed FWS (flight warning system) with correct alert inhibition in all corresponding flight phases with abnormal checklists/procedures display (up to 300 alerts/memos/messages in all levels). - Detailed fire protection simulation.
Multicrew Simulation via TCPIP:
- Multicrew simulation to connect Captain and F/O to a complete flightdeck. - Allows for shared online flights.
Other Systems:
- Ground and door control functions. - Virtual first officer calls that act on real flight procedures. - Cabin requests and announcements
System Requirements MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR 2004 or FSX Windows – Windows XP or Vista Processor – 2.8 GHz Video Card – 256 Mb Memory – 1 Gb RAM Hard Drive – 1.5 Gb
Please note:
Compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator 9.1 (installs FSUIPC) Compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator X SP2 or Acceleration pack (installs FSUIPC4). The FSX version is not compatible with the DX10 preview at this time. The FS9 version will work with DX10. Due to the advanced nature of the systems and panels, a 3D Virtual Cockpit is NOT included.
Microsoft has confirmed the closure of ACES Studio, with a spokesperson commenting to IGN that the decision was made within Microsoft's Internal Entertainment Business "to align our people against our highest priorities." In addition, the company noted: "You should expect us to continue to invest in enabling great LIVE experiences on Windows, including flying games, but we have nothing specific to announce at this time."
Elsewhere, former ACES developer Phil Taylor, who moved away from the company before these layoffs, has been further detailing the shutdown in a blog post.
According to his reports, the studio has indeed been largely closed, with six employees retained to fulfill contractual duties - though he comments on the hope that Flight Simulator may continue to exist as a franchise in some other form.
The Microsoft-owned Flight Simulator is possibly the game industry's longest-running continuous franchise.
The first Microsoft-branded version was released in 1982, and ongoing development stretches back over more than a quarter-century and twelve main versions.
The most recent version, Flight Simulator X, was released in 2006 and said to have been a success, with an expansion in 2007. A Microsoft representative had confirmed at that time that further editions of the game were in development.
The Flight Sim series is well-known not just for its official releases, but for its unusually dedicated fan base, which has produced copious amounts of user mods and resources for players.
Also in development at ACES Studio was Microsoft Train Simulator 2, the followup to Kuju's original 2001 game. The sequel was previously speculated to be releasing this year. Furthermore, ACES Studio was responsible for Microsoft ESP, a wide-ranging "visual simulation platform" based on Flight Simulator X technology.
The future of the three software lines in or out of house is unclear, particularly given how extensive the ACES Studio layoffs are said to be, but Gamasutra has contacted Microsoft for comment on the report.
Just Flight is pleased to announce the planned release of 747-200/300 Series, the latest airliner expansion for FSX and FS2004 in its widely acclaimed F-Lite series.
The UK ship date for 747-200/300 Series is scheduled for 19th December 2008 at a great value price of just £19.66 / €24.95 / $29.99 for boxed and download versions. In addition, owners of 747-200/300 will be able to expand it further with three keenly priced upgrade packs, available exclusively from the Just Flight website.
Costing just £4.88 each, the upgrades will add a range of additional aircraft and liveries to the Jumbo fleet.
The 747 is acknowledged as the world's most easily-recognised aircraft. Say the word 'airliner' to anyone and it's the image of the Jumbo Jet that springs to mind! From the award-winning team at CLS comes a 747 package featuring the -200 and -300 passenger variants with three engine configurations spread across 21 different liveries.
747-200/300 Series is part of Just Flight's popular F-Lite range which guarantees the highest quality and ease of use. Virtual Jumbo jockeys can choose to fly using the FMC or INS systems and the level of detail in this aircraft will impress both the casual captain and the expert aviator!
• Three additional upgrade packs – Classic Liveries, Cargo and Passenger & Combi – great value at just £4.88 each!
• Delight in the detail – 2D and 3D interactive cockpits, wingview, pushback truck, doors, thrust reversers… and much, much more!
• Take your choice of engines – Pratt & Witney, General Electric and Rolls-Royce variants are included.
• Exciting special effects including tyre/wet runway water effects, engine start and touchdown tyre smoke, wingflex and mind you don't over-rotate or you'll see the underbelly spark effects!
• Layered paint kit for enthusiasts who want to create their own liveries.
• Comprehensive, detailed manual includes flight tutorial and all the information virtual pilots will need for Jumbo flight.
"The accuracy is simply amazing" FlightsimWorld.com
"This aircraft is revolutionizing the way that we think of flight simming" Flightsim.com
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS: Flight Simulator X (Acceleration, SP2 and DX10 Preview compatible) or FS2004, Windows Vista or XP
MINIMUM HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: PC with 3.0GHz equivalent or higher processor, 1.0Gb RAM. 256Mb video card, 1.0Gb free hard drive space
Title 747-200/300 Series Label Just Flight Developer Commercial Level Simulations Genre Flight Simulation UK Release 19th December 2008 SRP £19.66 / €24.95 / $29.99
Hawker Hunter Fighter Aircraft for Microsoft Flight Simulator X
“Thoroughly recommended... the sheer design accuracy means that this is a must for any Hawker enthusiast”– Avsim.com.
“I can assure you, this beauty will be staying in my aircraft hangar for ever – I love it!” Mutley's Hangar.
“Hawker Hunter - The E-type Jaguar of fighter aircraft!”
The Hawker Hunter is a record breaker, cold war warrior and it’s now legal for a PPL to fly one!
The Hunter is perhaps the most impossibly beautiful aircraft ever assembled. No, not assembled - but sculpted as though from a single block of aircraft grade aluminium.
Designed by Sir Sidney Camm, an engineer whose designs span biplane to jump jet, the Hunter is a remarkable machine.
The Rolls Royce Avon will propel you at Mach 0.94 at sea level, and let you climb at no less than 10,500ft/min to 'touch the face of God' at 51,000ft.
Hunters were the chosen mount of the famous Black Arrows, their livery one of many in this simulation. Their 22-plane formation loop, set a record which stands to this day.
In 1953, fighter ace and acclaimed test pilot Neville Duke, flew the Hunter against a backdrop of the Sussex coast to set a new world speed record of 727.63 mph. Duke described flying the Hunter into the sound barrier as 'A piece of cake', and the Hunter the love of his professional life.
The Hunter was a true fighter of the cold war but a pair remain in service with the UK military today, more than 50 years after its maiden flight. This pair of privately owned ex-Swiss AF Hunter F.58s is leased to the MoD to act as ‘simulated missiles’ in Royal Navy ‘war-games.’
Of course the Hunter also remains a popular sight at with 100,000s of spectators at airshows around the world! The old adage of ‘if it looks right, it flies right’ could have been written for the Hunter – and it certainly looks ‘right.’ Pre-Flight
The AlphaSim Hunter simulation is compatible with FS2004 with the FSX version including subtle reflectivity, bump mapping, self-shadowing and bloom and even signs of weathering. The static realization includes the cockpit ladder engine covers and pitot tags. The speedbrake is restricted to operate only with wheels up – just as in the real Hunter. The simulation covers 7 unique variants and 8 texture sets including the Black Arrows, and the famous Swiss air force examples where the pilots were often part-time and the runways empty motorways!
Looking into the cockpit the auto-animated avatar even has correct insignia on his arm patches. Once started the high quality sound rendition of the Rolls Royce Avon is unmistakable. Starting produces exhaust smoke which settles to the turbine glow.
“Going Hunting”
Inside the hunter, is a special place. No glass cockpit here, no fly-by-wire avionics or 'plastic' aeroplane. This is the real thing. Be it the 2D panels or the virtual cockpit the realistic dark military finish looks particularly purposeful but not intimidating. Perfectly simulated by AlphaSim, the Hawker's designers clearly thought about this panel – unlike perhaps those of Jaguar's E-type! Most of the systems will be very familiar to the general aviation pilot and in fact the Hunter is legal on a PPL. The realistic all-xml 2D panel, custom pop-ups for autopilot, electrics and radios and in addition to the printed manual a PDF guide to all the features. Within the FS2004 variant the VC includes rain effects, in FSX night illumination of the gauges and with SP2, self shadowing. The VC is fully authentic and includes many animations and 'mouseable' controls. Sweep into the sky and the simulation matches the superb responsiveness of the real jet. The real Hunter just felt 'right' and the simulation feels authentically just so. This highly authentic replication, and comes complete with checklists to follow operational procedure. Using the aircraft to high speed aerobatic advantage, the wing-tip vortices flicker with vapour…
System Requirements Microsoft Flight Simulator X or 2004 Windows Windows XP or Vista Processor 2.8 GHz Memory 512Mb RAM Hard Drive 208 Mb free Video Card 128 Mb
Must-have titles of the year Air Hauler is now available in download format. This amazing air freight management and flying add-on is due for release at the beginning of April in boxed format but can be bought and downloaded from the Just Flight website NOW!
Some of the workers who received 'generous' severance packages when Microsoft laid off workers.
“The panel is just simply amazing. If you are looking for an aircraft that provides the most realism possible, look no further.” – Avsim.com
Just Flight is pleased to announce the planned release of 747-200/300 Series, the latest airliner expansion for FSX and FS2004 in its widely acclaimed F-Lite series.
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