Aerosoft – FlightSim Soft Boeing 727-100 Series for MSFS24/20
The German publisher Aerosoft, in collaboration with FlightSim Studio (FSS), has released the Boeing 727-100 Series for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and 2020, bringing one of aviation’s most iconic early jetliners into the simulator with a strong focus on authenticity and manual flight operations. The Boeing 727-100 represents the formative years of jet transport, defined […]
Felis Planes – 747-200F Cargo XP12
Step into one of the most iconic freighters in aviation history with the Felis 742F Cargo for X-Plane 12 — now available on SIMMARKET! This legendary classic is brought to life with extraordinary system depth, authentic flight dynamics, and a true-to-era cockpit experience that cargo pilots will love. From engine start to heavy long-haul operations, […]
Aerosoft – Flightsim Studio – B727 Passenger MSFS20
Step into the golden age of jet aviation with the Aerosoft – Flightsim Studio – B727 Passenger MSFS20, available at SIMMARKET. Following the popular B727 Freighter release, this Passenger Edition delivers a richly detailed simulation of the iconic trijet, complete with a fully interactive cockpit, realistic SP-150 autopilot, and an immersive cabin experience that includes […]
Just Flight – DC Designs Concorde MSFS Update v1.0.7
Just Flight DC Designs Concorde for MSFS has received a significant update to version 1.0.7, focusing on enhancing detail, accuracy, and functionality. The flight deck has undergone extensive improvements, with rebuilt detailing and texture art for a more refined appearance. Several additional instruments, gauges, and control systems have been added, further expanding the Concorde’s system […]
Leonardo SH – Fly The Maddog MSFS New Build 1.2b186
The latest build 1.2b186 of the Leonardo SH – Fly The Maddog MSFS brings a host of fixes and improvements to enhance the overall experience of flying this aircraft in Microsoft Flight Simulator. Among the fixes are crucial issues like addressing the problem with turnaround mode not functioning correctly in the previous version, resolving flickering […]
iniBuilds – A300-600R Airliner MSFS Update v1.10 with New PW Engines
iniBuilds rolled out an eagerly awaited update, version 1.1.0, for its A300-600R Airliner in Microsoft Flight Simulator. This update brings a host of new features and fixes, making the flying experience even more immersive and realistic. Among the notable additions are the PW engine variant, offering unique systems and engine sounds, along with the IDC […]
iniBuilds – A300-600R for MSFS – Features Preview [Video]
As the world of flight simulation continues to evolve and expand, iniBuilds is at the forefront of delivering high-quality aircraft add-ons for Microsoft Flight Simulator. With their latest project, the iniBuilds A300-600R Airliner, the team aims to provide an unparalleled experience for virtual pilots. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of […]
IXEG – 737 Classic Preview for X-Plane 12
The famous group IXEG, makers of the popular 737 Classic for older versions of X-Plane, shared several preview screenshots of their 737 Classic being remade now for X-Plane 12. Among these shots, most of them show the passengers cabin and galley, but also the exterior body near the nose of the 737. More details in […]
Leonardo SH – Maddog MD-82 MSFS News
The experimented developers of the Maddog MD-82 for MSFS are happy to announce that they have been able to build the external brick out of the simulator that will enable them to provide the future updates and the advanced features that they want to include, without being limited by the internal code of the flight […]
Fly The Maddog X for MSFS [Official Trailer] | 4K
Watch the official trailer of Fly The Maddog X, the complex and realistic simulation of the MD-82 for MSFS by Leonardo Software House ! It’s available exclusively at simMarket. In a few words, the classic airliner add-on promises are : Top Notch Systems Simulation Maximum 3D detailed 4K PBR Immersive lights, sounds, effects Wide Integration […]
Aeroplane Heaven – Caravelle New Preview Pics
The retired airliner manufactured in France mainly in the 1960’s and early 1970’s by Sud Aviation has numerous fans, because it was the first jet ever on the short and medium haul flights in the commercial aviation. Aeroplane Heaven have news and screenshots of their Caravelle project for P3D V5 and V4.5. Note that’s another […]
Just Flight – 747 Classic Preview Update & F28 Project
Just Flight dropped news for their fans : the 747 Classic is receiving the night lighting effects in its virtual cockpit. And the Fokker F28 3D cockpit mdelling has begun !
Aeroplane Heaven – Caravelle Preview Update
Exciting preview of the classic Sud Aviation Caravelle airliner : new liveries screenshots have been uploaded by Aeroplane Heaven. Alitalia, Swissair, Air France and more can be seen on their official website here.
Just Flight – 747 Classic Preview
In July 2018, the 747 Classic model was still an early project with blank textures on the exterior body. Now if you check the product page at Just Flight, the virtual cockpit and the United livery are visible. The 747-100 /200 /200F variants are developed for P3D v4/v1 and FSX.
Aeroplane Heaven – Caravelle Preview
A very interesting screenshots series of the Sud Aviation Caravelle currently designed by Aeroplane Heaven shows the external model, with landing gear details and even the 3D virtual cockpit before it receives the textures and gauges.
Aerosoft – Douglas DC-8 P3D4 |video|
Designed by Micheal Cepanda and his team for Aerosoft, this new Douglas DC-8 is an exclusive pack for P3D4. Including the 50 series, it’s a In-depth simulation of more than 10 aircraft systems like the INS navigation system : manual insertion of waypoints, realistic inertial alignment, drift and DME update procedure.
Fly The Maddog X – Ready for boarding !
The MD-82 study level simulation from Leonardo Software is now available for purchase at simMarket. All customers have a limited time offer, 5 EUR discount on any of the following products. Fly The Maddog X and choose the correct version : for P3D v4 64bit it’s here. for FSX or P3D v3, it’s this one. […]
Fly The Maddog X New Videos
The new generation of the McDonnell Douglas MD-82 by Fly The Maddog X will be sold soon as two separate versions : one for P3D v4, and another for P3D v3 and FSX. No pricing info yet, but you can watch this entire flight between Atlanta and Memphis, and also the abnormal procedures on their […]
Just Flight – DC-8 Jetliner Series 50-70
The Classic DC-8 with its variants 50-70 from Just Flight are now available for purchase at simMarket, including the three kinds of virtual cockpit, analog gauges, with FMS, and with glass cockpit. The Livery Packs 1 and 2 are also available to expand your choice of airlines liveries.
JustFlight – L-1011 TriStar Professional Update
This is an update notification to please P3D V4 pilots of the L-1011 TriStar Professional to fix the crash-to-desktop issues in that particular simulator. A new installer file from Just Flight has replaced your old one in your user account downloads.
Fly The Maddog X – Beta Preview In Flight
Shot during the Beta test flights, the exterior body of Fly The Maddog X is showcased in their Facebook preview album. Click here and have a look.
Just Flight – L-1011 and TB-10/TB-20 in P3D V4
The British publisher confirmed the P3D V4 compatibility for two popular addons more : their L-1011 TriStar Professional that uses HD textures, crisp and clear 3D gauges, advanced FMS and 4 variants. The other pack features both TB-10 Tobago and TB-20 Trinidad : very high definition textures, vibration effects, failures, custom coded fuel and electrical […]
Fly The Maddog X – More Pics
More screenshots have been captured during the Beta test of Fly The Maddog X, the new version of the very advanced and realistic MD-80 in development. Leonardo SH is getting ready to captivate again numerous hardcore simmers willing to fly the Classic airliner with the accurate systems simulation and even failures.
TSS – 747 Pratt & Whitney JT-9D-7R4 Pilot Edition
httpv://youtu.be/tghzAf_jRKY The Pilot Edition series are soundsets recorded from real airliners in high fidelity as heard from the cockpit, to produce the most realistic audio experience for the virtual pilot. Turbine Sound Studios bring now their recordings of an actual JT-9D-7R4 engines mounted on a good old Boeing 747. The variants that used those engines […]
JustFlight – One-Eleven 300/400/500 FSX P3D
httpv://youtu.be/ECKCOqS8f6o First addon of Just Flight full compatible with P3D v4, but also working with FSX and P3D v3, the BAC One-Eleven brings to our simulator a popular classic airliner and as a complete package. You will get at once the -300/-400/-500 variants, with their respective virtual cockpit (2 versions) and airlines liveries. Read more […]
TFDi Design – Boeing 717 in Beta soon
I bet this is an airliner expansion that you are following closely. And you should look to it even closer very soon. TFDi Design announce their Boeing 717 is approaching Beta here.
Just Flight – DC-10 Collection HD 10-40
simMarket has something that will fit with your needs of vintage airliners addons. Get the DC-10 Collection pack, including variants 10 to 40 of the beautiful airplane with 19 HD liveries. Designed by CLS for Just Flight, it is a F-Lite range product, mixing nice visuals and animations, with easy to access simulation for entertaining flights. […]
Just Flight – One Eleven “close to release”
The British publisher has just announced that their classic One Eleven, including all variants 300/400/500, is getting “close to release”. To complete your information about the upcoming product, you may visit the product page to get the detailed features and more commercial screenshots taken of the Beta model.
Aeroplane Heaven – latest pics of Vickers VC10
The latest news of the Vickers VC10 development by Aeroplane Heaven will be found here. Virtual cockpit, gauges, knobs and switches, carpets and doors, the items done so far look great and realistic.
Aeroplane Heaven – VC10 cockpit preview
The VC10 is in memories of all passengers on commercial flights since 1960’s until the fleet got retired through the years. Thanks to Aeroplane Heaven, we can already visit the virtual cockpit in the making, with its flight engineer panels.
Sky Simulations – McDonnell Douglas DC-9 now for P3D too
The advanced simulation of the McDonnell Douglas DC-9 works with P3D too, and you can purchase it now at simMarket. Try the total loss of hydraulics system, it works ! It’s just an example of what you can achieve with one the models variants included : DC-9 series 10, 21, 30, 41, 51 and Freighter.
IXEG 737 Classic – Development news
httpv://youtu.be/Ue2rBb3vxvM IXEG team has news about the developement progress of their 737 Classic for X-Plane ! According to the latest report in their forum, they are checking and cleaning the FMS code, especially when VNAV mode is ON, when the autopilot computes and follows the vertical path.
Captain Sim – L-1011 at simMarket
httpv://youtu.be/OF8Ggb7tUXE The classic TriStar L-1011 by Captain Sim is now available at simMarket store ! Choose the base package adapted for your simulator : either for FSX or for P3D. It can be expanded with the additional freighter variant package.
Aeroplane Heaven/Just Flight BAC 1-11 preview
Let’s get back to 1950s and 1960s with the British Aircraft Corporation 1-11, the short/medium range jet that Aeroplane Heaven is modelling for Just Flight in FSX / P3D simulators. As the designers are getting close to start the Beta tests phase, they are releasing a set of preview screenshots here.
DC-8 Jetliner Livery Pack 1 at simMarket
The different airlines liveries added by Just Flight in this new pack for their DC-8 series 10 to 40 affect its different variants models. And the airlines included represent different regions of the world as well, just to name a few : KLM, Japan Air Lines, UTA, Delta Airlines, Alitalia, Thai International..
CLS – DC-10 HD Collection FSX/P3D or FS2004
Right now at simMarket, lovers of classic commercial airliners like the DC-10, CLS offer you a complete and HD version of their airplane. The virtual cockpit 3D is complete, it includes the flight engineer’s position. You will also have 2D popup panels, different models/engines variants and custom flight dynamics plus sounds. Here’s the HD Collection […]
727 Captain – Update 2.6
Captain Sim sent out a newsletter to their customers to let them know about the release of their Service Pack 2.6 for the 727 Captain. Prepar3D compatibility and various systems enhancements are listed in this update content as shown on their website here.
Just Flight – DC-10 Collection HD 10-40
Just Flight is proud to showcase their upcoming product DC-10 Collection HD, with detailed animations, realistic virtual cockpit, and six variants of the DC-10 (10, 10F, 30, 30F, 40, 40F). That’s not all because they have also planned to model different engines configuations, and 17 airlines liveries will be added in this F-Lite series pack for FSX/P3D.
CLS – Boeing 747-200/300 HD for FSX P3D
A new version HD of the Boeing 747-200/300 has been released by CLS at simMarket. Owners of the original CLS 747 can get it with a reduced price. In the new package for FSX and P3D, the Classic Jumbo features 2D panels and a complete 3D virtual cockpit with 57 airlines.
Sky Simulations – McDonnell Douglas DC-9 FSX v2
Widely redesigned in its version 2, the new McDonnell Douglas DC-9 for FSX gets big enhancements on its exterior model, on the 3D virtual cockpit and gauges, and even on the ground crew for better performance. Make your mind reviewing Sky Simulations’ complete product features list at simMarket with the commercial screenshots visible on top.
HJG add 30 new classic liveries
Freeware classic jet organisation Historic Jetliners Group have issued another website update notification, this time documenting 30 new texture releases for their extensive model line-up.
JustFlight L-1011 TriStar Professional preview video
Just Flight team is proud to introduce the virtual cockpit gauges details of their upcoming L-1011 TriStar Professional. For a better smoothness, the gauges are designed in 3D and allow a higher resolution. A virtual visit is possible thanks to their latest video preview.
Anything look familiar?
If you fancy a blast from your simming past, a quick glance at the Steam “new releases” today will have you reaching for the credit card, as the Microprose’s Fleet Defender – The F-14 Tomcat Simulation and F-117A Nighthawk Stealth Fighter 2.0 have been added to the line-up by Retroism. Both of the new titles […]
Just Flight – L-1011 new preview
Still in development, the L-1011 TriStar of Just Flight may be out in the coming weeks, they said on Facebook “Not long before this is released.” The last preview screenshots have been uploaded to the social network and on their product page.
QW Ultimate 737 Classic preview
Do you remember Enigma team and their Ultimate 737 Classic project ? Maybe you read also here that they merged later with QualityWings team to keep on developing the Boeing best seller for FSX / P3D. It’s time for us to enjoy the new preview of its flightdeck in QualityWings forum.
TSS – L-1011 TriStar soundset FSX/FS9
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9cLAFzexBo&feature=player_embedded TSS or Turbine Sound Studios, have recorded with high fidelity audio equipments the RB-211 engines sounds mounted on the Lockheed Martin L-1011 TriStar. Purchase either the FSX or FS2004 package so you can hear now the highly realistic soundset in your speakers or headset.
JustFlight – DC-8 Jetliner Series 50 to 70
JustFlight announced the release of their Classic DC-8 Jetliner Series 50 to 70. Their base download product includes two engines variants, JT3D and CFM56, and three virtual cockpits setup (steam gauges, modernized, and glass cockpit). Two optional liveries packs can be added if the 20 liveries already included in the base product are not enough for you.
FlyJsim – 737-200 incoming release
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fg6cGEV-gk&feature=player_embedded Is there an X-Plane shortcut in your programs list ? If yes, FlyJsim is about to release their superb 737-200 for Laminar Research flight simulator. As it is coming really soon, there are more preview pictures in their forum so you can evaluate at least the virtual cockpit graphics.
New Just Planes Blu-Rays
Have you already noticed that all Just Planes latest titles are Blu-Ray discs videos now ? That’s confirmed again today as both of their new entries in simMarket catalog require the BR player on your computer or home device. Houston Intercontinental film shows ground operations, taxi and takeoffs / landings of many aircraft in IAH […]
CLS about to release 747 Classic v1.5
Our friends at simFlight Russia could upload a 28 new screenshots of the upcoming upgrade 1.5 for the 747 Classic Series (-200/-300) of CLS – Commercial Level Simulations. This popular addon will receive new layers of realism : full working FMC, new EHSI gauge, 10 new repaints, new sounds.. Your FSX / FS9 simulator seems […]
IXEG 737 project still alive
The IXEG developers team are willing to demonstrate to the interested X-Plane pilots that their 737 Classic advanced simulation is still a project “much alive”, even on the comments of simFlight.com recently, and on their blog. Their last blog post detail another feature they have been coding, that I let you discover here, about the […]
JustFlight’s DC-8 download now available
JustFlight have announced the release of their DC-8-10 to -40 series aircraft for Flight Simulator X as a download from their website. Featuring the -10, -12, -21, -32 and -42 variants, for a total of 19 included liveries, the pack also features engineer’s and navigator’s panels, engine smoke, systems including “Authentically modelled” electrics, numerous animations, […]
JustFlight DC-8 preview
Too smokey ? is the question discussed between the interested virtual pilots, below the last DC-8 preview videos and screenshot that JustFlight published.
MilViz 737-200 ADV Service Pack 1
Military Vizualisation released their 737-200ADV almost three months ago, and their customers are invited to install the Service Pack 1. We found some content details on MilViz Facebook page. Pilots will have a new autopilot, revised FMS and other systems updates (LVL CHG, EPR, Autobrake, Auto throttle).
Vertigo Studio needs a programmer
Fans of Vertigo Studios via Facebook may have read the message informing they are even “closing doors”. Not exactly as sales and support will remain active. It’s “just” the need of a new programmer that makes them alert the simmers they can’t work and develop anymore, at least for now.
FlySimWare Ercoupe wings its way into the simulated skies
FlySimWare‘s collection of aviation classics now as a further addition – the Ercoupe 415C for FSX (SP1/SP2) or P3D. This unique looking design was designed in the run-up to World War 2 and for its time has very futuristic design, which still appeals to many people today. Coming in two models with six liveries all […]
JustFlight DC-8 preview
Another classic airliner of the 20th century will take off soon in FSX skies : the Douglas DC-8, by JustFlight. Their product page details the features list, while the work-in-progress pictures are uploaded only to Facebook.
Coolsky/McPhat DC-9 – Cargo Expansion
It’s not just a cargo repaint on a passengers model. DC-9 pilots and owners of the Flight1 / Coolsky / McPhat model for FSX can purchase (EUR 22.60) a +2Gb pack including the new freighter variant + various ultra high definition repaints of real liveries. McPhat Studios even added UHDT quality to the cockpit with new […]
Free HD repaint for the Ultimate Airliners DC-9
The Classic airliner Douglas DC-9 jointly developed by Coolsky, McPhat Studios and Flight1 can receive a ultra high definition and free repaint in Delta (Widget) livery. Just log in and download the file from McPhat Studios website. In the same freeware files can be found the paint kit.
Aerosoft release a new Seabee
Slightly unusual looking it may be, but the Republic RC-3 Seabee is one of the most iconic aircraft ever built. The little amphibian may have been out of production for over 65 years, indeed it was only built from 1945 to 1947, but it is still popular today, with repairs and restorations actually increasing the […]
Ramzzess 757 X-Plane preview
Philipp of Ramzzess group shares new informations about the hydraulics system simulated in their 757 for X-Plane. Of course, the pumps and valve settings will affect the flight control surfaces as you can see here.
JustFlight L-1011 TriStar Service Pack
542Mb. It’s the size of the large Service Pack for the classic L-1011 TriStar for FSX published by JustFlight. It will add an optional FMC, INS and GPS navigation remain possible. Other fixes and improvements are listed here.
PT-26 WW2 trainer for FSX
FlySimWare‘s latest “restored” classic aircraft, with a partial modern avionics fit, is the Fairchild PT-26 Cornell ab-initio trainer. There’s a single model in four schemes presented with the package, but it comes with numerous animations, custom sounds and other features. To see the full list, click here.
Alabeo’s Staggerwing at simMarket
The D-17 Staggerwing is one of those aircraft whose appeal stretches across generations. The unusual wing arrangement gives it a look unlike any other aircraft and the luxury interior is perfect for those long cross-country cruises just because you’re rich enough to afford that level of quality and comfort. …did I say rich? Well. If […]
LeonardoSH – Fly The Maddog Pro v3.3
It’s the latest version 3.3 of one of the best airliners addons on the market. Current owners of the classic Fly The Maddog Professional in FSX or FS2004 would confirm it to you : it only needs a virtual cockpit update, because it just rocks. Full of features, numerous advanced systems simulation, accuracy and smooth in […]
Lionheart’s Fairchild 24, now available
If you follow Lionheart Creations‘ William Ortis on social media, you may well be aware that he hit a minor snag with this one a short while ago, as well as the fact that as a subject aircraft, the Fairchild 24 is an aircraft close to his heart – his parents restored an example from […]
Fly The Maddog Pro SP2
The maddog pilots will welcome the new Service Pack 2 for their Fly The Maddog Professional. Leonardo SH explains it will enable the compatibility with Windows 8, and sort out the Administrator mode. The team manager is also looking for a 3D designer to provide another upgrade with a new virtual cockpit “fully compliant FSX”. I […]
Sibwings AN-2 lifts off
The incredible Antonov AN-2 piston biplane, known to many by its NATO reporting name of “Colt”, is one of the most produced aircraft in the world, with 18,000 made, across a 45-year production run in three countries. Many are still in operation today around the world, as transport and passenger aircraft, jumpships for parachute clubs […]
Lionheart’s Fairchild 24 turning final
Bill Ortis of Lionheart Creations has issued a Press Release today, stating that the classic Fairchild 24 Series package is due for release “in the near future“. “The package will feature the long nosed Ranger straight six powered F24R series and the radial engine Super Scarab powered 24W series. These will feature a super detailed […]
Milviz 737 Classic Pre-orders
MilViz opened the pre-orders until they registered the first 75 customers at US$ 35.99 (25% off the final product price) for their Boeing 737-200 ADV. When released (we don’t have a timeline), the final product will include a functional FMC, realistic systems, avionics and startup/shutdown procedures, custom soundset and flight performance by Tom Falley. You don’t get […]
Boeing 737 Classic by Enigma Sim.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owRnw9zcEI0&feature=player_embedded To celebrate their 4th anniversary, Enigma Simulations made this video of their 737-300 alpha exterior model. They are developing a complete package of Boeing 737 Classic (-3/-4/-500 series), with lot of attention to details both outside and inside. More screenshots of VC parts are on Facebook, read the product description, and the full announcement […]
JustFlight – L-1011 TriStar demo and CD available
The latest Classic release by JustFlight is now also available as a boxed product if you prefer to receive their L-1011 TriStar on CD-rom. In the box, you’ll find a full printed manual and tutorial. You can try before you buy with the fresh free demo version (280 Mb download). It’s “just” limited to fly […]
747-200 in development
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAcDe3VxyRM&feature=player_embedded Neat animation isn’t it ? You’re watching at the wing leading edge flaps drop of a Boeing 747-200. It’s a new 3D model for FSX that should appear in a few months, part of a famous developers Classic airliner product to be announced later.
HJG Update for Easter 2013… and before!
With so many screenshots of L1011s the last few days, it seems only fitting that we use the screenshot above to announce an update from Historic Jetliners Group for Easter. With numerous models and liveries to announce for their ever growing fleet, the freeware design team say that it has been a “typically busy” period […]
Captain Sim released their L-1011 exterior model
Pressed by the competition, Captain Sim urged their release of their own L-1011 TriStar for FSX. This one is just an exterior 3D model, that you have to accomodate with a panel and sounds of your choice. Just note that it makes part of their “Fun Line” products, so the features list and depth of […]
Expanded checklists for DC-9 Classic
With the expanded checklists found on Coolsky website for their DC-9 Classic, you get in fact a step-by-step guide giving you flows of operations to do. Real checklists are shorter without details, as they are just items checking requirements by the airlines and aircraft manufacturer.
Ground Environment X – World Edition boxes
The new World Edition of Ground Environment X are ready for shipping ! A large part of textures have been replaced with new source date, and there are even enhancements in colors, tones, trees, forests. The four regions of GEX can be ordered at simMarket : Europe, North America, Africa and Middle East Atlantic and Pacific […]
JustFlight – L-1011 Tristar almost ready
JustFlight seems to have found the working time machine to let us see the birth of their L-1011 Tristar. Well, it’s more exactly about to be released, as they have finished marketing material like the box jacket and the commercial screenshots. They will sell this classic airliner for FSX in a box or via Internet […]
Service Pack 1 for Coolsky DC-9
After 4 unofficial beta patches, the final Service Pack 1 is ready for the best ‘vintage tubeliner’ on FSX. Note: you have to uninstall the add-on first. Visit Flight1 for more infos.
FlyJSim – 727 Series for X-Plane
The 727 means a lot for classic airliners fanatics and nostalgic people of commercial aviation in 1970’s and 1980’s. And there are still a part of them in service, so you can simulate both historic and actual flights in X-Plane, with the new models provided by FlyJSim. After their Q400, FlyJSim sells the 727-200F, -200ADV, […]
Enigma Simulations – Boeing 737
Enigma Simulations dropped some bits of infos about their 737 Classic development. After one year of development, they have still much left to do, on exterior textures and virtual cockpit design. The complete message is visible here.
Milviz – Boeing 737-200 ADV Cargo Combi preview
If Milviz have used us to see general aviation and first of all military aircraft, you’ll be positively surprised to discover their Classic airliner, the Boeing 737-200 ADV Cargo Combi in preview at Facebook. External model, liveries and of course the virtual cockpit can be visited here.
DC-9 Classic Beta Patch 2
Coolsky announced a Beta Patch 2 availability to fix issues with gauge, virtual cockpit and textures for their last DC-9-30 release. The following page of their website introduced the patch and links to their forum for more infos and download.
Captain Sim’s B737 Classic at simMarket
Captain Sim have added their B737-200 range for Microsoft FSX to their line-up available through simMarket. In addition to the B737-200 base pack, expansion packs are available that add the original -100 variant, the ADV (advanced) model and -200C/F cargo versions. As usual with Captain Sim products, the textures and models come in extremely high […]
Beta Patch 1 for Coolsky DC9
Pilots who own the recently released Coolsky/McPhat Studios DC9 should be able to find a Beta Patch 1 in the support forum. This one needs to be registered to get more informations though.
Classic Air racer for FSX/P3D from Flying Stations
The video above says “coming soon”, but now Flying Stations have released their rendition of the 1930s British Percival Mew Gull air racer for FSX and Prepar3D. “The Percival Mew Gull was a short run of six aircraft designed for use in the European air racing circuit of the 1930s. Unlike the short course racing […]
Coolsky/F1 Ultimate Airliners DC9
The Douglas (laterMDD, later still Boeing) DC-9 series is definitely an aviation classic. Having survived numerous modifications and upgrades with pretty much the same basic shape and capabilities, numerous examples are still flying all over the globe. Probably because of this, it’s also a very popular subject for FS developers and CoolSky, having previously been […]
FlySimWare Beech 18 for FSX
FlySimWare‘s new Beech 18 for Microsoft Flight Simulator X covers an example of the classic type as modified in later life, carrying modernised navigation and communication equipment alongside the ‘period’ gauges. Developed to be native to FSX, the model includes the features that are specific to that SDK such as bump and environment mapping, along […]
Promo video of DC-9 Classic Coolsky
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yst1YzzQIsc&feature=player_embedded Release dates remains unknown but we have more preview material here. Get ready to switch on the time machine !
CoolSky – DC-9 Classic 2D Widescreen
The DC-9 Classic project is involving Coolsky and Mc Phat stustios developers teams, so we find news sometimes from one or the other. It’s on Coolsky website that you can see the 2D panel preview in Widescreen format, for best display on wide screens without stretching. Good point !
CoolSky – DC-9 Classic 2D Panel
Coolsky website hosts some of the latest 2D panel previews for their upcoming DC-9, in partnership with McPhat Studios and Flight1. Everyone noticed how the 2D panels efforts have been reduced or even disappeared from more and more other developers packages to focus on the virtual cockpit. Coolsky wonders what to do in the future […]
FlySimWare Cessna 195-X 2012
Newly released for Microsoft FSX with SP2 is FlySimWare‘s Cessna 195-X 2012 package, featuring both ground and aquatic models of the 1940/50s American classic aircraft. Created as a modernised aircraft, the package features current-world avionics alongside the original ‘steam driven’ instrumentation and comes in four paint schemes. It is also advertised as being thoroughly tested […]
Just Planes – Ocean Airlines 747-200F
The 747-200F Classic cockpit will be presented in details during the video, so you can have a better idea on the heavy machine controls and numerous gauges. The destinations airports and pilots procedures are also good reasons to get this video, existing as Blu-Ray or DVD.
Coolsky/McPhat Studios DC-9-30
Just to ensure their future customers that the virtual cockpit of DC-9-30 will be mapped with high definition textures, McPhat Studios (in partnership with Coolsky and Flight1) uploaded new screenshots of close-up views. Ready ? 2 more shots added to the above one are waiting for you here.
JustFlight DC-6 comes to simMarket
For those that prefer their airliners “older than the current standard”, shall we say, Just Flight‘s classic DC-6B for Microsoft FSX is now also available to buy through simMarket as both boxed and download versions. Coming in domestic, intercontinental and military versions with a total of ten liveries, the DC-6B is the perfect addition to […]
Synchro-Soft CFM56-3B Soundset v2 for FSX
www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIY6xTmdG_A The CFM56-3 series of engines was developed for probably the most popular range of airliners in aviation history – Boeing “Classic” 737 series of the -300, -400 and -500 variants. To improve your experience with FSX versions of these aircraft, Synchro-Soft have today released a replacement soundpack for aircraft which feature the engines. Although […]
Wilco 737PIC Evolution in a Box
The Wilco/FeelThere/Aeroplane Heaven “737PIC Evolution” product is now available from simMarket as a Deluxe boxed product – although according to the product information, the boxed version does still require the same internet activation as its download. Although there are a veritable plethora of Boeing 737 add-ons out there, Wilco’s product is, at present, the only […]
Boeing 747-200 development for X-Plane
After the DC-3, Leading Edge is making a 747-200 for X-Plane. Be impressed by the level of 3D details seen in the development screenshots. A very nice way to talk again about the 747 Classic !
Captain Sim 737 news
A quick note dropped by Captain Sim informs that their “737-200ADV Expansion model has been released” and the “737-200 upgrade (SP 0.8) has been released”. Not of the same era (1960’s versus 1980’s), their Boeing 757 version 5.0 has a wish list open at their forum. http://www.captainsim.com
First video of Coolsky / McPhat DC-9
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yst1YzzQIsc&feature=player_embedded As it is clearly claimed, do not look for the CDU nor an EICAS display to check the cabin temperature page… It’s all about good old aviation with steam gauges, to be appreciated with high resolution textures thanks to McPhat Studios artwork. Coolsky is developing the rest for a future Flight1 publishing.
Coolsky/Flight1 DC-9-30
As McPhat designers team is involved in Coolsky/Flight1 DC-9-30 development, they share some close-up pics of it from time to time. The last one shows the NWA tail with great details, but you can also see KLM tail and wing views in their Facebook album.
Golden Age Simulations Ryan PT-22 Recruit
Golden Age Simulations, who have brought a number of classic and… slightly obscure… types to the virtual skies of Microsoft Flight Simulator have returned with the release of their Ryan PT 22 trainer for FSX. The package includes both inline and radial engined variants, along with some modified airframes, along with “Phenick Field” by Twenty-nine […]
AWG Simulations B737 Classic Soundpack
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNO9cCboLzA AWG Simulations have released an FSX soundpack for the Boeing B737 “Classic” (-400, -500, -600) series of aircraft with CFM56-3 engines. Featuring FSX Sound Cone technology, realistic touchdown and take-off/landing roll sounds, in addition to many others, the package is available here. Please note that this is a repackaging and rebranding of the Engine […]
JustFlight – DC-6B Legends of Flight
Aeroplane Heaven are the designers of the new DC-6B for JustFlight in the Legends of Flight collection. Lovers of vintage airliners will be happy to use the full 3D virtual cockpit with advanced visual features like DirectX 10 compatibility and specular map effects, and other special items like ground vehicles customized to the selected airline.
JustPlanes DVD – Air Atlanta Icelandic 747-100, 767-200
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjitkDaTKxg&feature=player_embedded It’s the first Aviation DVD I enjoyed, and since that time, it turned sold out. Fortunately, a new run is ready for shipping, to make you discover the Classic 747-100, and the 767-200 with systems explanations, overhead close-up views, landing in Corfu, Tunis, etc.
Just Planes DVD – Sabena B747-300, B737-300 & B737-500
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYdtbGgb3nE&feature=player_embedded Do you miss the 1990’s, and the Sabena airline ? If both of your answers are positive, join me onboard a good old 747-300 flying to Chicago O’Hare. The complete flight crew including the flight engineer details the airplane systems, taken from the 747-200 with steam gauges and inertial navigation system. As a bonus […]
Just Planes – MK Airlines
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNw7Dac6eTo&feature=player_embedded Just Planes aviation DVD videos are popular enough to get sold out. So here’s a new run of MK Airlines DVD initially released in 2003, filmed between London Manston, Dubai, Shannon, Bishkek and Nairobi. This freighter company has operated Boeing 747-200F and Douglas DC-8F since 1990’s.
Golden Age – Lockheed Model 12
A classic aircraft for a classic simulator. FS2004 “A Century of Flight” now can see the Lockheed Model 12 cruising in the skies. Just select “fully animated VC and Exterior Model, accurate sounds and dynamics” in the menu !
Just Planes – Canadian North
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MzmLa4jUjc&feature=player_embedded Enjoy Canadian splendid scenery with a Fokker 28 and a Boeing 737-200 of Canadian North airline for various flights between Ottawa, Yellowknife, Calgary, Norman Wells, Edmonton .. You will even seen how a 737 is equipped to land on gravels strip.
Aeropresentation – Blu-Ray SAS MD80
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLN-7NbtuC0&feature=player_embedded A bit of patience has been needed since their last SAS 737-5/800, but now you can expand your real aviation blu-ray collection. This new video of Aeropresentation introduces the SAS MD80 during flights between London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Oslo Gardermoen.
HJG 5th Anniversary Website Update
The Historic Jetliners Group always come with more than just one item, so guess what they can bring for their 5th anniversary website update ! In the following and extensive message they sent, the classic flyers will be happy to discover a new Sud Est Caravelle 10R, an additional L1011 Tristar basepack, and new textures […]
JustFlight Comet Pro
JustFlight completed the Comet Professional product page on their website. Read more details on the numerous features they are still developing for FSX, and of course, new screenshots of the airlines liveries. It may be available in May 2011.
737 Captain News
This one is the Classic 737-1/200 series brought by Captain Sim in their Pro Line range products. In a short, as usual, message, Captain Sim spreads the word they have new screenshots on their preview page.
Skyfilm – Boeing 737-500 Estonian Air
A new DVD video is an opportunity to hear another foreign accent, .. and another airplane and company too “by the way”. In this one edited by Skyfilm, some Eastern Europe accent should tickle your ears : Estonian Air company is operating the Classic Boeing 737-500.
Three good news from Captain Sim
Captain Sim completes its 707 Captain base pack with the announced expansion models which are now available. Purchased together at Captain Sim store, the price reached 60 US$, the original price of the base pack alone, but now it is yours for 30 US$.
737 Captain first preview
To introduce their first 737 Captain development screenshots, Captain Sim sent the following message without much more informations than the 737 Classic series they will release for FSX. “We hope those who are not too busy with our recent release of Weapon for FSX, will enjoy very first preview of the 737 Captain. Screenshots and […]
Viking Aviation – Iran Air B727-200
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42Z2ZICcEl4&feature=player_embedded This new DVD of Viking Aviation lets you join a 727 flight crew of Iran Air for more than 2 hours. Follow the Flight Engineer on his walkaround pre flight inspection and watch the cabin crew preparation.
Just Planes – One Two Go
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQoPg-k_29w&feature=player_embedded#! In this new Just Planes DVD, you will fly onboard the rare 747-100 to the famous resort destination Phuket in Thailand, and onboard the 757-200 for three more flights from Bangkok.
Engine Sound Creations — 737 Classic CFM56-3 soundset
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v= A few days ago, they released the FS2004 version. Today you can also purchase their FSX soundset.
JustFlight DC-3 Expansion Pack
For the JustFlight DC-3 Legends of Flight, there’s an expansion pack available bringing ..” seven classic DC-3 airliner liveries, three C-47 aircraft, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Dakota ‘Pegasus’ and the ‘Spooky’ AC-47 Gunship”. Apart from the mentioned addon, you need FSX and an active internet connection.
Captain Sim – 707 Captain Base Pack
In the 707 Captain Base Pack, you’ll find the Boeing 707-320B and Boeing 707-320B ADV models, with 13 liveries made of high resolution textures. Among many other features, there are a weather radar and the doppler navigation system.
HJG “Christmas Surprises” …. website Update !
It looks like you all have been good people this year so that Santa Claus has another Christmas gift to let you discover at HJG website : “It’s customery for HJG (Historic Jetliners Group) to conclude each calendar year with a major website update comprising of either an abundance of new product or a surprise […]
JustFlight – DC-3 Legends of Flight
We all agree the DC-3 is a legend and attracts many people in actual musuem or historic flying events. JustFlight DC-3 brings life to that Legend in FSX, with different models variants including some military and other commercial airlines liveries. Of course, the interiors and virtual cockpit are highly detailed, up to ignition systems.