FSX pilots wanting a modern general aviation plane will likely enjoy the
Diamond Eclipse from WSSimulation. The plane flies right, has a decent 2D and
3D cockpit, several paint schemes, and pretty much everything you would expect
from a GA aircraft. Learn more by reading Rohan Nair's review
here.
Review: CLS Airbus Pack
Adam Nardone returns to the review staff with a look at the earliest Airbus
aircraft, the A300 and A310 models, from Commercial Level Simulations. This is
also one of CLS's earlier products but is still worth a look for those who
like the Airbus line of jetliners. Learn more by reading the complete review
here.
Review: Aero Files - Texture Bundle Pack FSX
Remember how great FSX all looked when you first saw it? After a while, though,
the impression fades, but by using Aero Files Texture Bundle Pack
FSX you can have an all new looking FSX, with better sky, water and
ground textures. Does it really work? Reviewer Nigel C. Martin tries it out
and offers his report
here.
Review: Real Sandspit For FSX By SceneryPro
Sandspit is a remote area on an island off the coast of British Columbia in
Canada. Thanks to SceneryPro, FS2004 and FSX pilots now have two colorful
airports in the area to fly into. The scenery is nicely detailed and offers
an enjoyable destination. Learn more by reading Bill Stack's review
here.
Where In The World #28?
Ron Blehm returns to present a new geography challenge for flightsimmers.
Even though the last one was in the U.S. it proved to be a tough one, with about
a quarter of entrants getting it wrong. This time the airport is in Europe and
should also prove to be a challenge. Are you up to it?
Read all about it
here.
Review: Air Hauler
Air Hauler expands FS2004 or FSX by giving you a mission in your
(virtual) life--running a freight hauling business. Air Hauler lets you make
business decisions, buy aircraft and fly them on assignments. But it's not
totally rigid, as you can choose your flights and it's smart enough to include
add-on aircraft from your collection. Learn more by reading Gustavo Mercado's
complete review
here.
The Corner #50: The Ubiquitous FS Poop Cycle
In his 50th turn round The Corner, Chip Barber finds both FS2004 and FSX
turning on him. Time to thrown in the towel and try that shooter game
instead? The decision is never that simple...
Read all about it starting
here.
Review: Dublin Ireland Airport For FS2004
Eiresim is a new developer who has recently created a nicely detailed scenery
for Ireland's busiest commercial airport, Dublin (EIDW). Reviewer Bill Stack
finds it to be remarkably accurate, with some nice animated details, night
effects...and still it's easy on frame rates. Learn more by reading the
complete review
here.
Review: Captain Sim 767-300 Base Model
Captain Sim does it again, with their Boeing 767-300 model for FSX offering
a highly detailed and fun to fly modern jetliner. The model is packed with
details like a complete cabin interior, animations everywhere, a large set
of liveries, and much more. Reviewer William Werrlein takes it for a ride
and offers his findings
here.
Feature: 35 Degrees North Latitude
Ron Blehm offers another travel story on a theme of traveling a straight line
across the globe. This time the flight is 35 degrees north latitude, heading west
from Japan. The route covers some surprisingly diverse terrain and visit countries
that you might not otherwise go to. Come along on the journey
here.
Review: Zinertek Ultimate Airport Environment X
Zinertek has created a whole class of enhancement add-ons that cheaply and simply
improve the look of your entire simulator environment, rather than just one
location at a time. Their latest is Ultimate Airport Environment X
and as the name implies it enhances FSX airports...all of them. Reviewer Gustavo
Mercado really appreciated the changes it made to the smaller airports he likes
to visit. Read his report
here.
Review: Perth City And Surrounds By Dave Sheridan
Many people feel that the southern hemisphere gets left out by flightsim designers
but recently freeware designer Dave Sheridan has been doing something about that,
creating a series of large FSX scenery add-ons for Australia. Reviewer Andrew
Tucker examines the latest, Perth, and offers his report
here.
Review: Area 51's C-5M Super Galaxy
Thanks to developer Area 51, FS2004 and FSX pilots can now fly the latest version
of one of the largest planes on earth: the mighty Lockheed C-5M Super Galaxy. The
C-5M has more powerful engines and upgraded avionics from the earlier versions.
Learn more about this giant of the skies by reading Bill Stack's complete review
here.
TSS is proud to announce the TSS CRJ-200 GE-CF34 Soundpack.
This is an all new soundpack, with all new high quality recordings.
Versions are available for both FS2004 and FSX. For more information,
read
this announcement.
Aerosoft - Trondheim - Vaernes X Released
Discover the third largest airport in Norway in great detail thanks to Aerosoft's
latest release Trondheim - Vaernes X. For details,
read
this announcement.
Eastern Airlines Virtual Adds Bell 430
Eastern Airlines Virtual has announced the addition of the Bell 430 to
its fleet for use on its helicopter routes.
For more information,
read
this announcement.
Sky Blue Radio News
Sky Blue Radio announces a special Flight Sim in Focus show, with
guests VATSIM Board, VP of Web Services, Mike Evans and VP
of Marketing and Strategic Development Florian Harms as they explore
the future of Flight Simulation and the place of VATSIM in the
development of Flight Simulation and aviation in general.
For details,
read
this press release.
PVI FlightSimulatorShow
PVI (Piloti Virtuali Italiani), the most important Italian flight simulation
association, to celebrate 15 years of activity, is organizing a
"Flight Simulator Show" (FSS2010), that will be held in Verona in March.
For details,
read
this press release.
VATSIM Issues Broadcast Message Policy
VATSIM, the popular online multiplayer flying service,
as part of their current program of improvement, announces a broadcast
message policy for use on the network.
For details,
read
this press release.
X-Aviation Announces New Product Line
X-Aviation in conjuction with RealScenery announces a new product line of
scenery for X-Plane. The first "Enhanced" package will be Northern California.
For more information,
read
this press release.
Premier Airways Is Now Premier West
Virtual airline Premier Airways is now operating on the West Coast as
Premier West. They fly a fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft specializing in
short flights from Phoenix and Las Vegas. For more information,
read
this press release.
Deltasim Releases FSX Powerboat
The latest FSX watercraft from Deltasim is a 40 foot power boat that comes
in three types. For more information,
read
this announcement.
Sim Giants Announce Flight Simulator Under Development
Sim Giants, currently known for their range of FSX and FS2004 scenery
add-ons, announce that they have started development of an all new,
stand-alone civilian flight simulator. The details they have provided to us
can be read
here.
Global Air Cargo Hires Events Manager
Global Air Cargo Virtual has hired an events manager, but is still looking
for a vice president and chief of human resources.
For more information,
read
this press release.
FSC Weston 2010 Flight Simulator Convention
FSC Weston is the biggest and best flight simulator show in the UK.
It will be held in May at the Helicopter Museum in North Somerset. For more
information,
read
this announcement.
Cessna Citation Mustang Screenshot Contest
Flight1 has announced a screen shot contest for owners of their Cessna
Citation Mustang add-on for FSX. Prizes include a CH Products yoke
and various Flight1 software products. For details,
read
this press release.
Roger Dodger - DIY WWII Fighter Cockpit
Roger Dodger's new DIY WWII Fighter Cockpit package provides five videos
and two instruction manuals to show you how to construct your own home cockpit.
For details,
read
this announcement.
CLS Releases Boeing 767 200/300 For FS2004
New from Commercial Level Simulations is an FS2004 dedicated model of the
Boeing 767-200 and -300. The base package consists of all regular passenger
models, with 24 liveries included. For more details,
read
this announcement.
Astrasim Expo Summer Sim 2010 Announced
The Astrasim Expo will be held this August at the Royal Air Force
Museum in Cosford, UK. Books are now being taken. For more information,
read
this press release.
