Best DC-3/C-47?

[LTCSZ]

What, in the members various opinions, is the best freeware/payware DC-3/C-47 for FS2004? Thanks!

[Downwind66]

I think they are all good! Default, freeware, payware (probably, can't say, I haven't done any payware). I have FSX and I always wanted to do something with the DC-3 and then I found a freeware download, an upgrade to allow Autopilot, VOR head etc which would allow ILS landings. I did that, was very pleased, but still not enough. I started replacing gauges/instruments, radio stacks, even found an updated panel background, all flat black so I didn't have to look at the old tattered beat up panel.

I got it now to where I enjoy it! And, they are a Hoot to fly! I have the default models and I believe 2 other freeware downloads that I have added to them!

 

Anyway, enjoy the DC-3/C47 venture. It's a nice break away from the newer more complex aircraft!

 

Rick

[Downwind66]

Before changes:

 

[ATTACH=CONFIG]203621[/ATTACH]

 

After changes:

 

[ATTACH=CONFIG]203622[/ATTACH]

[LTCSZ]

I am just getting back into FS after several years...Decided i didn't want to make the mistake I had made in the past of downloading too many airplanes and not being good at flying any of them! Going to concentrate on the DC-3 and see hosw proficient and realistic I can be...Thanks for the reply...

[Downwind66]

I am just getting back into FS after several years...Decided i didn't want to make the mistake I had made in the past of downloading too many airplanes and not being good at flying any of them! Going to concentrate on the DC-3 and see hosw proficient and realistic I can be...Thanks for the reply...

 

Happy flying, you picked a good one to concentrate on! I enjoy mine, a little slow for me at times, but I have other faster when I feel the need for it! - Rick

[tgibson_new]

I would suggest the C-47 by Manfred Jahn as the best model for FS9.

 

https://www.flightsim.com/vbfs/fslib.php?searchid=64466693

 

I also suggest replacement flight dynamics from DC-3 Airways. Scroll down to the FS2004 section:

 

http://www.dc3airways.com/our_fleet/dc3_fleet.htm

 

Hope this helps,

[Joop Kruize]

Is there an Update for the DC-3 in FS2004 that enables ILS and Autopilot? Setting up VOR is quite a task! But this thing still flies great. All over the world….

[ViperPilot2]

Is there an Update for the DC-3 in FS2004 that enables ILS and Autopilot? Setting up VOR is quite a task! But this thing still flies great. All over the world….

 

 

Take a look at the Hancock/Bitzer HSI 'Digital' Panel that they made for the DC-3. It's at the DC3 Airways site, too.

 

I stuck this Panel into my Manfred Jahn DC-3 install, and it works great. AP, VOR 1 and 2, ADF, ILS, and a whole bunch more.

 

Alan :pilot:

[ViperPilot2]

I am just getting back into FS after several years...Decided i didn't want to make the mistake I had made in the past of downloading too many airplanes and not being good at flying any of them! Going to concentrate on the DC-3 and see hosw proficient and realistic I can be...Thanks for the reply...

 

DC3 Airways is the place you need to check out. They have a set of Training flights that are a perfect match to what you want to do. Also think about joining their VA. Everything is DC-3 based, and they have the Resources for everything you'll need.

 

Happy flying!

 

Alan :pilot:

[CTarana45]

The default Fs2004 is the Best! :pilot: Best panel and repaints!

 

Christopher Tarana

[Avechelice]

Hello,

 

DC3 Airways is the place you need to check out

I don't think so as this site is down for ever !

 

Regards.

[tgibson_new]

No it's not.

 

https://dc3airways.net/special_events/bal_5/index.htm

[markhoare]

Hi, also consider the MAAM Sim DC3 package. it is payware but very good indeed. http://www.maam.org/maam_sim.html Lots of liveries and panel mods available. Also available for FSX.

One of my favourite addons of all time!

[ViperPilot2]

Hello,

 

 

I don't think so as this site is down for ever !

 

Regards.

 

 

http://dc3airways.net/

[Avechelice]

Hello,

 

@Tom Gibson

Ah OK then .. I was refering of your post 06-17-2018, 06:49 PM with this link

http://www.dc3airways.com/our_fleet/dc3_fleet.htm

 

Regards.

[caphavoc]

Wot Mark sez!

 

Dorian

[lastivka]

Regarding DC-3 Airways, they did change their web site from dc3airways.com to dc3airways.net,

and in the process they got rid of their FS9 pages and links! However, a "secret" still page exists, without any links to it:

https://dc3airways.net/our_fleet/fs9_panels.htm

Here you can download the upgraded flight dynamics and panels for Manfred Jahn's DC-3 for FS9.