Super 80 Ultimate Airliner Edition New FSX add-on includes integrated cockpit training system - PC

The Boeing MD-80 first saw service in the 1980s, attracting airlines from around the world from launch. It continues in regular service today, with both ‘Classic’ and ‘Next Generation’ cockpit incarnations providing reliable and efficient operations around the globe.

Ben Gurion Airport Airport add-on for FSX - PC

David Rosenfeld of Israel has been working long and hard to finish his FSX version of Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv. David made a (free) FS2004 version of it years ago, but has now greatly enhanced and extended the contents and built an entirely new airport for FSX (SP2/Acceleration).

SBD Dauntless is now available for Flight Simulator X video game

A UK based producer of addons for Microsoft’s Flight Simulator X has launched the second of a range of WWII aircraft to flight simmers through their website. The SBD Dauntless is now available from Vertigo Studios following 12 months of research and detailed modelling and painstaking replication of 6 liveries to represent versions from SBD 1 through to 5, and the A-24B of the famous carrier based dive bomber that operated in the Pacific and Atlantic war zones.

Tongass Fjords X Alaska mapped for Microsoft’s Flight Simulator X to download

François A. Dumas of FSAddon Publishing reports that Tongass Fjords X by Holger Sandmann and Bill Womack is now released after more than two years of development!

Tongass Fjords X returns Alaska back to the flightsimmers, after Microsoft missed a beat in that particular area of the world. Like in their FS2004 version, Sandman and Womack have managed to bring an unprecendented level of realism and immersion into the area. With Tongass Fjords X there are also quite a few new technologies introduced, like partial phototextures to render realistic glaciers (over 250 hand-made ones to be precise!), automatic freezing of water in the winter, and much more. Check out some comparison shots here.

http://www.flightsimplaza.com/tongass//TongassX/Tongass_Fjords_X_comp/TongassX_comp_home.html

But that’s not all. Three years ago FSAddon promised a discount for existing customers. Well, we’ve done even better. We’re giving a discount to ALL (future) customers and have lowered the price from a planned Euro 34 to a very ‘crisis-friendly’ price of only Euro 27,95!!

That means there is NO excuse anymore to not buy this Mother of all FSX Landscapes and indulge in many months of bush flying, discoveries and sheer awe…

This is also the perfect reason to swap from the good old FS9 to the ‘new’ Flight Simultor X!

Available on simMarket now and on FSAddon's own website.

http://secure.simmarket.com/fsaddon-tongass-fjords-x.phtml
http://fsaddon.eu/wpfsaddon/fsaddon-products/

So what is Tongass Fjords X ?

Tongass Fjords X is an addition to Microsoft’s Flight Simulator X that will turn a large part of southeast Alaska and northwestern British Columbia (some 80,000 square kilometers!) into the beautiful piece of nature that it really is!

You get a flying environment that puts you in the pilot seat flying around some of the most stunning landscapes you may find in the real world.

You not only get the ACTUAL coast lines, lakes, islands, roads, rivers and glaciers (!) installed on your FSX, but in addition some very talented people have added "things to see and things to find" for you in that rugged area of fjords, mountains, lakes and sea.

You will be able to visit many of the US Forestry Service cabins used by hunters, fishermen and hikers hidden near the many lakes and fjords. These cabins are meticulously recreated by Bill Womack.

What is Alaska without shipping!? We have added moving ships and boats, created by Mitsuya Hamaguchi and Larry Silsbee in many different locations, not just in harbors. Spot and then follow them with your Beaver!

And then there are the many scenery additions by Bill Womack who recreated Sitka and Petersburg airports as well as landmark objects of Sitka and along the Sitka and Petersburg harbor front.

Flight X Air Hauler is now available in download format

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

Just Flight announce the download version of FScene X

Just Flight is pleased to announce the download version of FScene X is now available to purchase from the Just Flight website. The boxed version is still scheduled for release on 29th May.

FScene X is a unique program that transforms the default textures of Flight Simulator X and 2004 to something with far greater realism.

Mountains, forests, jungles and deserts take on a new 3-dimensional feel; the countryside is subtly transformed and urban areas look more authentic. The software covers a huge swathe of the planet’s surface and will transform your simulated flying in all four virtual seasons.

• The scenery of the entire FS world is improved across the four seasons as the generic ground textures are replaced with more realistic ones

• Frame rate-friendly textures don’t slow the flying down!

• Thousands of new files make the default scenery a more beautiful place to fly over

• Fully compatible with mesh terrain, photographic scenery and add-on airport scenery

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS: Flight Simulator X or 2004 or 2002, Windows Vista or XP

MINIMUM HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: PC with 3.0GHz or any dual-core processor, 1.0GB RAM. 256MB graphics card, 1.0GB hard drive space.

Title FScene X
Label Just Flight
Developer Ruud Faber
Genre Flight Simulation
UK Release Download Out Now
SRP £27.45 / €34.95 / $41.99

“A subtle and visually satisfying improvement…” PC Pilot classic 5/5

“The effect on urban areas is simply spectacular” avsim.com

Armchair Award winner - Flightsim.com

About Just Flight

Just Flight, part of the Mastertronic Group, is the world's leading flight simulation specialist, publishing a wide variety of digital aviation products. Their range comprises a multitude of different titles, including stand alone flight simulations as well as add-ons for Microsoft’s multi-million selling Flight Simulator and Combat Flight Simulator. Just Flight’s sister label, Just Trains, is a specialist brand devoted to stand alone train simulators as well as add-ons for Rail Simulator, Trainz and the ever-popular Microsoft Train Simulator.

A British company, based in Huntingdon, Just Flight has been established for over twelve years. It prides itself on quality, value and customer service, which it backs up with a unique money-back guarantee on all its products.

Eagle Sim - Red Bull Air Race: Grand Canyon video game

Welcome to the Grand Canyon National Park, but for now it's air show season! The first installment of Eagle Sims fictional Red Bull Air race series for 2009 has arrived!

As the first round of the races it was created to separate the pilots from the aviators. With expectations at their highest beta testers had to make sure they weren't behind the real controls with this high intensity course that has even challenged real naval aviators and aerobatic pilots!

With the ominous canyon course and the challenging runway course you will be pushed to the limit as you try to push you and your aircraft to and well beyond the edge! So which one are you? The pilot or the aviator? We believe it's time to find out!

Microsoft want some money back from 'laid off' workers...

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...

Microsoft Flight Simulator Around-the-World Race Starts Today

The annual Microsoft Flight Simulator Around-the-World Race takes off today.

The race, which has been running since 2003, will see members from Avsim, FlightSim.com, FS-Multiplayer and Sim-Outhouse competing online to be the first across the line.

To find out more and keep track of the latest news, visit the official web site.

Fokker 70/100 for Flight Simulator 2004 and Flight Simulator X

“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.

News as Microsoft close Flight Simulator games development - Aces Studio and Flight Sim

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.

Flight1 are proud to present a brand new video Messerschmitt Bf-109

Flight1 are proud to present a brand new video showcasing this beautiful warbird in action.

The Messerschmitt Bf109 was flown by the three highest scoring fighter aces of WWII, outperforming both Spitfires and Hurricanes in vertical climbs and dives.

The iconic foe of the Allied air forces in WWII, the Messerschmitt Bf-109 was the staple fighter of the Luftwaffe. It scored more air-to-air victories in WWII than any other and was produced in greater quantities than any other fighter aircraft in history, with over 31,000 built.

As shown in the video, this superb package from Flight1 brings together F, G and K types of the 109 in a vast array of model variants, each sharing a meticulous attention to detail: the start-up sounds are totally authentic, the pilot is accurately clothed and even prop blades alter their angle according to prop settings.

With incredible 3D modelling, including the gauges in the virtual cockpit and a flight model authenticated by warbird pilots and you have a classic you will want to fly again and again!

The video can be watched here on my YouTube channel...

Critical Acclaim for the BF109:

“Add smell and some vibration and you would think that the simulated Bf109 was real!”
Gordon Page, Warbird Pilot and Messerchmitt owner

“The 109 is stunning in the air and just demands to have everything it will give extracted from it, which is one hell of a lot. I have seldom flown an FS plane which has had such a convincing flight model and also been so much fun to handle… One of the most fantastic simulations I have had the privilege to review. Just get out and buy it.”

Flightsim.com Armchair Aviator Award

747-200/300 Series airliner expansion for FSX and FS2004 Flight Simular

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



"A beautifully designed aircraft" flightsimulatorguide.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

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