TCAS

[BillD22]

Some shots showing the Vision Jet TCAS in operation.  About to level off at our cruise altitude of FL310 we spot crossing traffic.  Our TCAS display shows that its 2200 feet above us at FL330.  No factor.

 

 

[PhrogPhlyer]

Great operational detail. How close until it shows an RA? Out of interest, does the Vision's autopilot begin the maneuver or just the TCAS RA?

[BillD22]

Thanks Phrog.  An interesting question.  The short answer is "I don't know." 

 

The G3000 Vision Jet in MSFS is TA Only.  Doesn't generate any RAs.   Does generate a flashing yellow "Traffic" alert on the PFD for targets of potential concern but I dont know what the criteria is other than "pretty close."   I've only seen one a couple of times and that was landing with an AI aircraft holding short for the runway or on an adjacent taxiway.    

[NMLW]

Couple of nice ones Bill. You sure are logging some time on the Vision Jet.

[BillD22]

29 minutes ago, NMLW said:

Couple of nice ones Bill. You sure are logging some time on the Vision Jet.

Thanks Larry.  Yep, it's kind of become my "go to" plane now.  One of the most realistic airplanes I've seen released for FS and really fun to fly.  I can see why there's a 7 year RW wait list to buy one even if you've got the $4M it costs!