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/images/notams/notams21/engl1203.jpgAerosoft announces an updated v2.3.0.0 for their English Electric Lightning F6 for FSX and Prepar3D. A bonus modelof the F2A has been added and the aircraft is also now compatible withP3D v4 and v5. About Aerosoft English Electric LightningThe English Electric Lightning was designed in the late 1950's as an interceptor. This class of aircraft had to have great speed and even better climb speed to intercept the Russian bombers before they could reach their targets. With the latest version comes a new model of the Lightning F2A, and the F53 model is also included. All F6 customers receive these models for free. The F6 version in this product is not an easy aircraft to fly. It’s complex and full of systems you have to manage without the aid of modern electronics. Landing especially is hard as the landing speed is awfully high and there are many things you have to check. Aircraft of this type are rare for Flight Simulator and we feel the Lightning fills a niche that needed filling. FeaturesFour models and ten liveriesHighly detailed and accurate modeling with specialized animations throughoutAll instruments are faithfully reproduced in 3DAdvanced flight dynamics.Choice of Firestreak or Redtop missiles (or none) (TacPack required)Cockpit ladder and array of ground equipmentCustomized taxi lightsArrester hooks, Overwing tanks, ventral (gun) tank models includedMulti zoned dimmable cockpit lightingMore realistic brake chute by use of additional codingRealistic in-flight refueling rate (Refueling can take place when set parameters are reached to simplify the task for the less experienced fliers) (TacPack required)Wing to wing fuel transferAerosoft Sound Module that adds sound to switches, controls and events for a more immersive environment. Engine sounds recorded during ground runs at the LPG (Lightning Preservation Group)Navigation in Direct TACAN and ILS modes (VOR/TACAN conversion card included)Full Autopilot and Flight DirectorRadar showing coastlines, runways and/or air traffic (TacPack required)Many special effects including engine start, engine fires and day and night reheat etcEjection sequence (for when things go badly wrong)Extensive documentation with authentic Flight Reference Cards for Normal and Emergency procedures, and a set of Pilots notes all reproduced from the service Air Publications, and a manual to explain specific usages in the simulatorTacPack compatible*Purchase Aerosoft - English Electric Lightning F6 for FSX/P3D

Brewster F2A BuffaloPublisher: Jenn AviationReview Author: Michael HaywardSuggested Price: $10.00/images/fsc/wbicons/store-buy-now-button.png /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-05.jpgThe Brewster F2A Buffalo is an earlyWWII American fighter aircraft, built between 1938 and 1941. It servedas a support aircraft for the early US Navy air force, but sawprominent and successful action with the Finnish Air Force during theContinuation War. JennAviation, a newcomer to the payware scene, recently releasedtheir rendition of the aircraft for X-Plane 11. Speaking highly of itsquality modelling and authentic flight dynamics, this was something Icertainly had to take a look at! With an open mind (and a soft spot for anything Finnish) in thisreview, we will take a look at the JennAviation Brewster F2ABuffalo. Aircraft Specification:Crew: 1Length: 26ft 4in (8.03m)Wingspan: 35ft 0in (10.67m)Height: 12ft 0in (3.66m)Empty Weight: 4,732lb (2,146kg)Maximum Takeoff Weight: 7,159lb (3,247kg)Powerplant: 1 x Wright R-1820-40 Cyclone 9Aircraft Performance:Range: 965mi (1,553km, 839nmi) Rate of Climb: 2,440ft/minService Ceiling: 33,200ft (10,100m) /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-01.jpg /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-02.jpgDownload And InstallInstallation of the Buffalo was simple. After purchasing on theFlightSim.Com Store, you are given a zip file which includes theaircraft files. Drop it into your X-Plane > Aircraft folder and you'reall set! The add-on also includes a .txt document which forms themanual. It's a simple wall of text that explains some of the historyof the aircraft, a few model limitations due to the age of theaircraft, a step-by-step guide on how to operate it and some pro tipson what to watch out for. Exterior ModelThe modelling for the Brewster Buffalo is rather good! Jenn hascaptured the short, stuffy design of the aircraft while authenticallyrecreating it within the simulator. This includes smaller detailsaround the landing gear struts and the wiring for the radio antennathat hangs above the cockpit canopy. All flight surfaces are animated, as one would expect, however, theBrewster does also feature functional weaponry too. The F2A wasmounted with two machine guns, one in each wing. You are required toarm this within the cockpit which then allows you to open fire. Thisis a nice little extra and one that is welcomed for aircraftauthenticity. /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-03.jpg /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-04.jpgI'm also going to give special attention to the pilot too. Themodel of the guy in the cockpit is fantastic and rather well animatedto say the least. He follows your command inputs with not only hisarms, but also head and leg movements too! When I first spotted thison the ground (exterior cam), I spent a good five minutes just sittingthere, fiddling with the stick and rudder, playing around with theanimation. An absolute 10/10 from me in that department! Textures on the other hand, are a little on the low-side. They havebeen created in 2k resolution, but when stretched out across the bodyof the aircraft, they leave it ever so blurry. This doesn't meanhowever, that detail hasn't been taken into to account. Everythingfrom the engine, to panelling on the tail and body are visible andtogether, they more than make up for the relatively low textures. You are also given a plethora of liveries to choose from! There are three US Navy colors to choose from, as well as sixFinnish options, both in summer and winter colors. This is a verynice selection to have, all based on real-world air regiments, andgives you a good amount of choice. Cockpit And InteriorThe cockpit is nicely modelled and does look rather good whencompared to the real aircraft, despite limited access to photos andreference material. The cockpit is nicely laid out with everything you need to startand operate the aircraft. There are some non-functional switchesdotted around the cockpit, but these don't really take anything awayfrom the experience. /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-06.jpgSmaller details such as the weapon armament and functioningthree-way fuel system are modelled and functioning too, adding a levelof complexity to the Buffalo. There is also some attempt to make gauges and panels 3D, astextures are layered to give you a sense of depth, most notably in thegun aim finder and the main steam gauges. This has been nicelyimplemented and adds to the level of detail that you get in theaircraft. Overall, the cockpit is very nicely done and does a good job ofgiving you what you need to operate the aircraft. SoundAudio for the Buffalo is rather mixed. Some samples it excels in,such as exterior engine sounds and flaps/gear, while some samples arenot so good, such as inside the cockpit. Sample loops are well cut with no audible loop, while the varietyon choice gives you some feeling of being in the aircraft. Flyingexternally however, whether it be looking at the scenery below orengaging in combat, the sounds provided are fantastic. Combined withthe weapon firing, you can certainly have some audio fun with theBuffalo. Flight DynamicsControl of the aircraft is certainly where this add-on shines! Flight dynamics have been well-tuned to give you an authenticflying feel, both while on the ground and up in the air. /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-07.jpg /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-08.jpgThe documentation warns us of the Buffalo's ground drift tendency,telling us to be ready on the rudder when this kicks in. It certainlytook a few attempts before I became used to it! As soon as the taillifts and the wheels leave the ground, it flies likes a charm. The Buffalo was a stubby little aircraft, and as a result, it meantthat slowing down was rather easy, no matter what your angle of attackwas. With the gear and flaps dropped, you were essentially flying abrick. Jenn did a rather good job at replicating this feeling, makingsome aerobatic manoeuvres rather more difficult than compared to itssleeker counterparts such as the P-51 Mustang. When with the US Navy, the F2A flew in carrier operations. As aresult, it meant I just had to give it a go! Aligning with the carrieris not difficult, but you do need to keep an eye on that airspeed!With the flaps and gear down, you need to pump up the power to keepthe aircraft level. Once you hit the deck, slowing down is not much ofa problem. Overall, landing on the carrier felt like an achievement,and it was certainly worth doing! Opinion And Closing RemarksOverall, Jenn's Buffalo is a pleasant aircraft to fly, and onewhich comes with plenty of variety. Yes, there's one or twonitty-gritty bits which could be improved on, but for a tenner, youreally cannot complain! The F2A is a rather fascinating aircraft historically, especiallywhen you look at how the Finns outperformed the US in terms ofoperating it. They even kept a few squadrons going a few years afterthe war ended. Flying this aircraft in X-Plane is really enjoyable andone that I continue to experience. While it may not be the mostgroundbreaking aircraft ever in terms of modelling and functionality,it is honest about what it can and can't do, and I like that in anadd-on. If you're a WWII buff or looking for something a little differentto fly without breaking the bank, I can hand on heart recommend theJennAviation Brewster F2A Buffalo. The Technical Bit - Review PC Spec:Windows 10 Professional6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 6700K Processor16 GB RAMNVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1660 /images/reviews/buffalo/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo.jpgMichael Hayward Purchase Jenn Aviation - Brewster F2A Buffalo For X-Plane 11

Brewster F2A BuffaloPublisher: Jenn AviationReview Author: Michael HaywardSuggested Price: $10.00/images/fsc/wbicons/store-buy-now-button.png /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-05.jpgThe Brewster F2A Buffalo is an earlyWWII American fighter aircraft, built between 1938 and 1941. It servedas a support aircraft for the early US Navy air force, but sawprominent and successful action with the Finnish Air Force during theContinuation War. JennAviation, a newcomer to the payware scene, recently releasedtheir rendition of the aircraft for X-Plane 11. Speaking highly of itsquality modelling and authentic flight dynamics, this was something Icertainly had to take a look at! With an open mind (and a soft spot for anything Finnish) in thisreview, we will take a look at the JennAviation Brewster F2ABuffalo. Aircraft Specification:Crew: 1Length: 26ft 4in (8.03m)Wingspan: 35ft 0in (10.67m)Height: 12ft 0in (3.66m)Empty Weight: 4,732lb (2,146kg)Maximum Takeoff Weight: 7,159lb (3,247kg)Powerplant: 1 x Wright R-1820-40 Cyclone 9Aircraft Performance:Range: 965mi (1,553km, 839nmi) Rate of Climb: 2,440ft/minService Ceiling: 33,200ft (10,100m) /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-01.jpg /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-02.jpgDownload And InstallInstallation of the Buffalo was simple. After purchasing on theFlightSim.Com Store, you are given a zip file which includes theaircraft files. Drop it into your X-Plane > Aircraft folder and you'reall set! The add-on also includes a .txt document which forms themanual. It's a simple wall of text that explains some of the historyof the aircraft, a few model limitations due to the age of theaircraft, a step-by-step guide on how to operate it and some pro tipson what to watch out for. Exterior ModelThe modelling for the Brewster Buffalo is rather good! Jenn hascaptured the short, stuffy design of the aircraft while authenticallyrecreating it within the simulator. This includes smaller detailsaround the landing gear struts and the wiring for the radio antennathat hangs above the cockpit canopy. All flight surfaces are animated, as one would expect, however, theBrewster does also feature functional weaponry too. The F2A wasmounted with two machine guns, one in each wing. You are required toarm this within the cockpit which then allows you to open fire. Thisis a nice little extra and one that is welcomed for aircraftauthenticity. /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-03.jpg /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-04.jpgI'm also going to give special attention to the pilot too. Themodel of the guy in the cockpit is fantastic and rather well animatedto say the least. He follows your command inputs with not only hisarms, but also head and leg movements too! When I first spotted thison the ground (exterior cam), I spent a good five minutes just sittingthere, fiddling with the stick and rudder, playing around with theanimation. An absolute 10/10 from me in that department! Textures on the other hand, are a little on the low-side. They havebeen created in 2k resolution, but when stretched out across the bodyof the aircraft, they leave it ever so blurry. This doesn't meanhowever, that detail hasn't been taken into to account. Everythingfrom the engine, to panelling on the tail and body are visible andtogether, they more than make up for the relatively low textures. You are also given a plethora of liveries to choose from! There are three US Navy colors to choose from, as well as sixFinnish options, both in summer and winter colors. This is a verynice selection to have, all based on real-world air regiments, andgives you a good amount of choice. Cockpit And InteriorThe cockpit is nicely modelled and does look rather good whencompared to the real aircraft, despite limited access to photos andreference material. The cockpit is nicely laid out with everything you need to startand operate the aircraft. There are some non-functional switchesdotted around the cockpit, but these don't really take anything awayfrom the experience. /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-06.jpgSmaller details such as the weapon armament and functioningthree-way fuel system are modelled and functioning too, adding a levelof complexity to the Buffalo. There is also some attempt to make gauges and panels 3D, astextures are layered to give you a sense of depth, most notably in thegun aim finder and the main steam gauges. This has been nicelyimplemented and adds to the level of detail that you get in theaircraft. Overall, the cockpit is very nicely done and does a good job ofgiving you what you need to operate the aircraft. SoundAudio for the Buffalo is rather mixed. Some samples it excels in,such as exterior engine sounds and flaps/gear, while some samples arenot so good, such as inside the cockpit. Sample loops are well cut with no audible loop, while the varietyon choice gives you some feeling of being in the aircraft. Flyingexternally however, whether it be looking at the scenery below orengaging in combat, the sounds provided are fantastic. Combined withthe weapon firing, you can certainly have some audio fun with theBuffalo. Flight DynamicsControl of the aircraft is certainly where this add-on shines! Flight dynamics have been well-tuned to give you an authenticflying feel, both while on the ground and up in the air. /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-07.jpg /images/reviews/buffalo/t/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo-08.jpgThe documentation warns us of the Buffalo's ground drift tendency,telling us to be ready on the rudder when this kicks in. It certainlytook a few attempts before I became used to it! As soon as the taillifts and the wheels leave the ground, it flies likes a charm. The Buffalo was a stubby little aircraft, and as a result, it meantthat slowing down was rather easy, no matter what your angle of attackwas. With the gear and flaps dropped, you were essentially flying abrick. Jenn did a rather good job at replicating this feeling, makingsome aerobatic manoeuvres rather more difficult than compared to itssleeker counterparts such as the P-51 Mustang. When with the US Navy, the F2A flew in carrier operations. As aresult, it meant I just had to give it a go! Aligning with the carrieris not difficult, but you do need to keep an eye on that airspeed!With the flaps and gear down, you need to pump up the power to keepthe aircraft level. Once you hit the deck, slowing down is not much ofa problem. Overall, landing on the carrier felt like an achievement,and it was certainly worth doing! Opinion And Closing RemarksOverall, Jenn's Buffalo is a pleasant aircraft to fly, and onewhich comes with plenty of variety. Yes, there's one or twonitty-gritty bits which could be improved on, but for a tenner, youreally cannot complain! The F2A is a rather fascinating aircraft historically, especiallywhen you look at how the Finns outperformed the US in terms ofoperating it. They even kept a few squadrons going a few years afterthe war ended. Flying this aircraft in X-Plane is really enjoyable andone that I continue to experience. While it may not be the mostgroundbreaking aircraft ever in terms of modelling and functionality,it is honest about what it can and can't do, and I like that in anadd-on. If you're a WWII buff or looking for something a little differentto fly without breaking the bank, I can hand on heart recommend theJennAviation Brewster F2A Buffalo. The Technical Bit - Review PC Spec:Windows 10 Professional6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 6700K Processor16 GB RAMNVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1660 /images/reviews/buffalo/jenn-aviation-f2a-buffalo.jpgMichael Hayward Purchase Jenn Aviation - Brewster F2A Buffalo For X-Plane 11 Michael Hayward Compares Prepar3D V5 vs X-Plane 11 Vulkan Michael Hayward Reviews Turbulent Designs TerraFlora XP Michael Hayward Reviews Just Flight - Traffic Global

/images/notams/notams20/jenn0626/jenn0626.jpgThe Brewster Buffalo is a WWII fighter aircraft that served inearly WWII. In 1939, it won a contest over the Grumman F4F Wildcat tobecome the first monoplane fighter aircraft for the U.S. Navy. Whenthe U.S. entered the war, the Buffalos were obsolete due to theirunsavory handling characteristics and lackluster performance,especially compared to the famous Mitsubishi A6M Zero. /images/notams/notams20/jenn0626/buffalo-1.jpgThe Buffalo saw most of its success in Finland against sovietfighters. During the Continuation War in 1941-1944, the Finnish AirForce Buffalos did well engaging and destroying many Soviet fighteraircraft at that time. In the first phase of that conflict, 32 Sovietaircraft were shot down for each B-239 (de-navalized F2A-1) lost, and36 Buffalo "aces" were produced. This Buffalo is made to represent either the B-239s operated by theFinnish Air Force, or the Navy Buffalos (3 U.S. liveries areincluded). /images/notams/notams20/jenn0626/buffalo-2.jpgFeaturesFunctional 3D cockpit with clickable throttle, prop control, mixture, master switch, and moreMoving 3D flap and gear indicators6 Finnish liveries and 3 U.S. Navy liveriesAccurate flight model flown and tested by a pilot with similar real warbird experienceClickable animated canopy that opens and closesFunctioning guns (weapons arm is on the left side mini-panel in front of the throttle column area)Detailed 3D cockpit with smooth modeling /images/notams/notams20/jenn0626/buffalo-3.jpgPurchase JennAviation - Brewster F2A Buffalo for XP11