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Review: Orbx London City Airport For MSFSBy MrYorkiesWorld /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-01.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-02.jpgIntroductionHello there guys, my name isMrYorkiesWorld, welcome back to the channel, and welcome to my reviewof the new Orbx London City Airport for Microsoft FlightSimulator. It's a fantastically detailed piece of scenery from Orbx that I'mvery excited to review, and I'd like to thank my good friend Dom Smithover at FlightSim.com for making this video possible by providing mewith a copy of the scenery. London City Airport is an international airport in London,England. It is located in the Royal Docks in the London Borough ofNewham, approximately 7 miles east of the City of London and a shorterdistance east of Canary Wharf. So without further ado, let's get into the review. /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-03.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-04.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-05.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-06.jpgPerformanceNow I'm going to jump straight into the performance because this isprobably one of the main things everyone is going to be looking forwhen they consider buying this scenery. I'm happy to say that based onmy hardware; a 2080Ti and an i9-9900K with 32GB of RAM, this airportactually runs really well. I think it's important to note that every system is different, andthe 2080Ti is now considered to be a previous-gen GPU since the recentannouncement of the RTX 30 series from Nvidia. Chances are you'll seeeven better performance with the RTX 30 series GPUs, but even with a2080Ti, performance and visuals are still really good. On various different test flights in aircraft such as the A320, the787-10 and the Cessna 172, I was able to get between 45 - 60FPS, whichI consider to be really good. The one thing to bear in mind though, isthat this was using stock aircraft, and not something complex such asa PMDG model which we will see making its way to the sim in thefuture. Overall though, I was definitely impressed with theperformance. It's a lot better than what we've seen in previoussimulators, so definitely a thumbs up from me. /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-07.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-08.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-09.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-10.jpgNight LightingLighting effects from early evening to early morning lookspectacular as always in Flight Simulator 2020, and there doesn't seemto be much of a drop in texture quality either during this time. I wasalso pleased to see that there were no texture bugs present (somethingI've experienced on other platforms). The dynamic lighting at night looks nice, although it's possibly alittle darker than what you'd actually experience in the realworld. However, this is a simulator and not real life, so I'm notreally bothered about it personally. Graphics, Textures And ModelsFrom a graphics and texture viewpoint, the scenery is really quitegood, although I did notice the quality of text on the airport namewas rather poor when zooming in. Maybe this could be improved on infuture updates, but when you're flying over this airport or coming into land, its really not that noticeable (unless you happen to crashinto it). /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-11.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-12.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-13.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-14.jpgOne glitch I did notice though, was a railway bridge that appearedto go straight through one of the buildings, which isn't veryrealistic. Maybe this is something else that Orbx can take a look atin their next update for the scenery. Again, I had to actually get the drone camera out to be able tonotice this, so there's a good chance you wouldn't really see itanyway, but it's definitely worth pointing out. The runway looks nice, but maybe slightly blurry up close - againthis is something I'm sure Orbx will be able to improve on overtime. I really liked the ground models situated around the airport, suchas the static aircraft and apron objects. They all looked prettyaccurate and definitely detailed enough to pass as realistic. OverallI think the models and textures in this airport are prettyimpressive. /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-15.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-16.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-17.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-18.jpgAccuracySo when we talk about accuracy, generally we mean what this airportlooks like when compared to its real-world counterpart. Obviouslywe're dealing with a new type of technology here that Microsoft areusing to model their scenery, and Orbx seem to be trying their best todesign their own scenery to fit into it. There are a few discrepancies which you'll notice - one of thembeing the aforementioned railway track going through one of thebuildings, but truth be told, I'm not sure whether this is a problemon Orbx' part, Microsoft's, or a combination of both. Overall though, things appear to be about where they should be inreal life, and so I think Orbx have done a good job here. In sayingthat, if the issues encountered are due to the scenery, then I wouldhope that Orbx would issue a fix/patch to rectify them. Price Point And MarketplaceSo at the time of making this review, the price for Orbx LondonCity Airport is £11.57 GBP, which I think is a very reasonableprice for what you get - perhaps too reasonable. The scenery isavailable from either Orbx directly, or from within the simulator(Marketplace). /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-19.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-20.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-21.jpg /images/reviews/orbxcity/t/orbx-london-city-msfs-22.jpgFinal VerdictI have to say, that overall (even with the minor issuesencountered), I was really impressed with Orbx' rendition of LondonCity Airport; you definitely get your moneys worth. With any luck,sometime in the near future, Orbx will update the scenery so as tomake it even more appealing. As I say to everyone, it's very important to keep in mind thatFlight Simulator 2020 is a new platform. The issues we see right now,will (hopefully) be sorted out. Both X-Plane and P3D went through asimilar experience, so I'm pretty sure the same can be said for FlightSimulator 2020. MrYorkiesWorld Purchase Orbx - EGLC London City Airport for MSFS
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/images/notams/notams19/orbx0828.jpgLondon City Airport comes to life for Prepar3Dv4! Located a stone'sthrow away from Canary Wharf and the financial heart of the city,London City Airport is one of the last remaining true inner-cityairfields. With one of the the most exciting approaches in GreatBritain, flying into EGLC takes you over the iconic centre of downtownLondon. Combining the latest P3D PBR technology, alongside other advancedfeatures such as material scripting, EGLC brings this famous locationto life in amazing detail and is the first complete PBR airport forP3Dv4. This is perfect for the infamous weather of London as LondonCity Airport features dynamic ground textures that react to rain andother adverse weather conditions. Designed to blend seamlessly with *TrueEarth Great Britain South,the airport's coverage includes many important short-finals landmarkssuch as the Tate & Lyle Sugar Factory and ExCeL Exhibition centre. Ofcourse, we have ensured that the product also works (though notseasonally blended) with Global Base or Orbx EU England (LC Region) ifthis better suits your simming experience. Source
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/images/notams/notams19/orbx0822/orbx0822.jpgIt's all about the location. We are delighted to announce thatLondon City Airport is coming to life for Prepar3D v4! Located astone's throw away from Canary Wharf and the financial heart of thecity, London City Airport is one of the last remaining true inner-cityairfields. With one of the the most exciting approaches in GreatBritain, flying into EGLC takes you over the iconic centre of downtownLondon. Servicing destinations across the UK, Europe, and untilrecently (and rather famously), New York via Shannon, the airfieldhosts a bevy of airline and corporate types up to A318 in size. Theshort and narrow runway, coupled with the dramatic 5.5° approach andcongested airspace, demands the complete attention of all pilots. Somuch so that all aircrew must be specially certified to fly in and outof the airport. From early proof-of-concept flights of Dash-7s landingon Heron Quays in the early 80s, the airport has seen tremendous growth inrecent years, with over 4 million annual passengers passing throughthe terminal. /images/notams/notams19/orbx0822/eglc-1.jpgThe Turbulent team have brought something a little special for thisproject; London City is the first complete PBR airport forP3Dv4. Combining the latest P3D PBR technology, alongside otheradvanced features such as material scripting, EGLC brings this famouslocation to life in amazing detail. Perfect for a city infamous forits weather, London City Airport features dynamic ground texturesthat react to rain and other adverse conditions. Designed to blendseamlessly with TrueEarth Great Britain South, the airport's coverageincludes many important short final landmarks such as the Tate & LyleSugar Factory and ExCeL Exhibition centre. Of course, we have ensuredthat the product also works (though not seasonally blended) withGlobal Base or Orbx EU England (LC Region) if this better suits yoursimming experience. /images/notams/notams19/orbx0822/eglc-2.jpgFeaturesThe first complete PBR airport for Prepar3Dv4Immaculate HD textures throughoutDynamic PBR groundpoly that reacts to weather and time of dayIncredibly detailed GSE and static aircraftCoverage area includes major landmarks on short finals60cm PR colour-matched to TrueEarth Great Britain SouthBeautiful dynamic lightingDesigned to blend best with TrueEarth Great Britain South, also works with Orbx Global Base or FTX EnglandDeveloped by the Turbulent Design team /images/notams/notams19/orbx0822/eglc-3.jpgSource
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/images/notams/notams19/orbx0725.jpgEGLC London City Airport is located in the Royal Docks in the LondonBorough of Newham, in between Canary Wharf and the City of London -the two most important financial districts in the country. EGLCprovides important transport links between the capital and the rest ofthe UK as well as continental Europe. London City Airport has a single 1,500-meter (4,900 ft) longrunway, and a CAA Public Use Aerodrome Licence that allows flightsfor the public transport of passengers or for flight training - butonly for training necessary for the operation of aircraft at theairport. Consider this a unique behind the scenes opportunity! FeaturesFull HD PBR representation of London City Airport and surroundingsHD textures throughoutPBR ground polygon with dry, damp and wet statesAll new highly detailed PBR Ground Service Equipment and Clutter modelsRealistic road traffic on surrounding streetsIncludes the Excel building, Tate & Lyle Sugar factory and all surrounding high-rise buildings60 cm ortho imagery blended to match TrueEarth GB SouthIncludes realistic approach and airport lightingIntroducing all new detailed HD PBR static aircraft modelsDynamic Fire & Rescue response - A fire service will respond when an aircraft emergency is declared on approach. Fire trucks will deploy to your aircraft position once on the groundPurchase Orbx - London City Airport For X-Plane
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EGLC London City Airport Officially Announced for X-Plane 11
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/images/notams/notams19/orbx0617.jpgWe are happy to announce EGLC London City Airport for X-Plane 11! EGLC London City Airport is the closest airport to centralLondon. Located in the Royal Docks in the London Borough of Newham, inbetween Canary Wharf and the City of London - the two most importantfinancial districts in the country - EGLC provides important transportlinks between the capital and the rest of the UK as well ascontinential Europe. London City Airport has a single 1,500-meter (4,900 ft) longrunway, and a CAA Public Use Aerodrome Licence that allows flights forthe public transport of passengers or for flight training - but onlyfor training necessary for the operation of aircraft at theairport. Only multi-engine, fixed-wing aircraft with special aircraftand aircrew certification to fly 5.5_ approaches are allowed toconduct operations at London City Airport. The largest aircraft whichcan be used at the airport is the Airbus A318, which has been modifiedwith a "steep approach function". FeaturesFull HD PBR representation of London City Airport and surroundings.HD textures throughoutPBR groundpolygon with dry, damp and wet states.All new highly detailed PBR Ground Service Equipment and Clutter modelsRealistic road traffic on surrounding streetsIncludes the Excel building, Tate & Lyle Sugar factory and all surrounding high-rise buildings.60cm orthoimagery blended to match TrueEarth GB SouthIncludes realistic approach and airport lighting.Introducing all new detailed HD PBR static aircraft modelsDynamic Fire & Rescue response - fire service will respond when an aircraft emergency is declared on approach. Fire trucks will deploy to your aircraft position once on the groundP3Dv4 users, don't worry. EGLC for P3D will be announced soon. Source