Goatman24

Thanks for the replies guys. I'm probably going to hold off and enjoy FSX the way I've got it set up for now. 

I appreciate all the good information you gave. 

Mitch

I'm in the beginning stages of thinking about transitioning to MSFS 2020 from FSX and have some very basic questions. (Trying to get used to this new forum format as well.)

My system is this.:  Rosewill Thor V2 Gaming ATX Full Tower Computer Case, ASUS Maximus VII Hero Socket LGA 1150 ATX Intel Motherboard, Intel Core i7-4790K Haswell Quad-Core 4.0GHz LGA 1150 Processor (Slightly over-clocked), G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240 Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 2133, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5 Memory Video Card, Thermaltake Toughpower 850W PowerSupply, Intel Solid-State Drive 335 Series 240GB, Corsair H-80 High-Performance Hydro CPU Cooler, 49" curved Samsung monitor and using Windows 7 64 bit Pro.

1. It looks like there are 3 prices for MSFS 2020 depending on which version you purchase. What else do I need to run the program? I don't know much about what Steam is and I don't use X-Box. Do I need to use Steam to run the program? Other options? What does Steam cost? I assume it is a monthly charge? I currently do not have my system connected to the internet as I did this to protect my system from malware. I am only interested in running the flight simulator and not other games. 

2. I currently have a Saitek flight yoke, CH-Pedals, GFTQ6 throttle quadrant and lot's of buttons and switches programed to my FSX program. Will I be able to easily program these same items to the new MSFS 2020 program?   

3. Is there a way of trying the new program out on my system before purchasing? 

I currently have a really decent set-up with FSX using satellite imaging for all of the United States, some added scenery and plane additions. Using a pair of seats from a small Honda, interior canopy from a Pull-A-Part SUV. I'm retiring in May so I'll have more time on my hands but also a smaller wallet. 

Any help would be appreciated. Mitch

 

 

We have some friends that had invited us to go down there with them last year. They absolutely love it. The only flying I will do anymore is on my flight sim. Got fed up with all the hassles and stress at the airports. Being a diabetic doesn't help.

Thanks guys.

 

I didn't realize there wasn't a large airport on the island. Not much data on the one listed on the last reply. Must be pretty small.

 

Thanks again.

Mitch

I was surprised the airport wasn't on the island in FSX. I haven't looked to see if there is a download somewhere.

 

Just curious why it's left out.

 

Mitch

Steve, very nice set up. Looks great.

 

I also made a trip to the junk yard. My seats are from a Honda Accord and the interior top of the cockpit is from a SUV.

 

Anxious to jump from FSX to the new 2020 sim.

Mitch

Several times a month I drive past the crash site and think of him every time.

 

There's a good Youtube video about the accident and interviews the two guys that came out without a scratch.

 

He definitely was not used to flying a jet. He came in too slow, lowered his gear then tried to increase his throttle but it was too late. If he would have been in a prop plane the response would have picked him up right away to make the runway. Instead he landed in the field before the runway and ended up hitting a tree stump. The autopsy said his neck was broken and that if they could have gotten him out of the plane he would have been paralyzed. The two guys tried hard to get him out but the fire became too intense. His first words after coming to a stop was asking the other two guys if they were all right.

 

His wife thinks he would have sold the plane because it was too much.

 

RIP Thurmond.

Sorry, first time it's been full. Just did.

Thanks

 

Mitch

Personally, I like the curved monitor if it's large enough to give you the feel of a true cockpit windshield. Mine is a 49" Samsung with a small second monitor for instruments below. This is a youtube post I made showing take-off and landing at Burke Lakefront airport in Cleveland.

 

 

Mitch

I've become interested in finding the same plane to download that Thurmon Munson (Catcher for the Yankees) had died in back in 1979 in Canton, Ohio. It was a Cessna Citation 501. Probably 1979.

 

Any ideas?

Thanks

Ed, wish I was in Florida and could check it out in person. Unfortunately, I'm here in Cleveland and it's January. I'd be done with the snow as well if it weren't for grandkids.

 

Very, very cool. Enjoying your posts.

Keep up the good work.

 

Mitch

Here's a cool thread I found a few days ago. Plenty to check out in here for FSX:

http://www.simtours.net/

 

Mitch