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This is the HB-KCV livery for JustFlight's Socata TB-20 Trinidad. This Trinidad with the serial number 997 was built in 1989 and is owned by the BluSky Flying Club in Dübendorf. It is one of three TB-20s still registered in Switzerland out of a total of 17. Although a livery in the same colour scheme (with German registration) is supplied by JustFlight by default and it would have been easy to just change the registration, I created this livery of HB-KCV from scratch. And I've tried to be as close to the original as possible, including the different spacing between the letters on the original aircraft and despite some limitations due to texture draping. Installation as usual, extract the zip file into the liveries folder of your JF TB10/TB20. Hope you enjoy! BTW, the charming female co-pilot is not present in the airplane nor in my livery. She flies exclusively with me. -
/images/notams/notams21/lion0202/lion0202.jpgLionheart Creations announces an update for the Trinidad TB21GT for MSFS 2020. This is now Build 4.2.It includes quite a few updates and also the package is adapted forthe new updates in MSFS; fully SU5 compliant and works with the newXBox style Mouse-Lock control routines. Changelog Build 4.2Updates And FixesLights issue where they were turning off when going to exterior view is repairedUpdates to 3D instrumentationOAT instrument recalibratedInstrument lights revamped at different angles, blue glow system reset to different circuit to keep from coming on when off at flight startupsMods And EnhancementsUpdates to mesh of instrument pod faces, more flatter, actual realistic lookFoot step pylons animate with retractable landing gearUpdates to handling including flaps performance Updates to Autopilot performance characteristics courtesy of OnimaniusNew SU5 Update 'Mouse Lock' systems integrated into click zones on the knobs and switches and levers in the cockpit with the cool click/drag readouts. Knobs and bits glow blue when you mouse over over them.Fuel selector integrated to SU5 update /images/notams/notams21/lion0514/LIO-320-lionheart-trinidad-07.jpgPurchase Lionheart Creations - Trinidad TB21 GT for MSFS
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0202/lion0202.jpgLionheart Creations releases the latest Build version of theTrinidad TB21 for Microsoft Flight Simulator MSFS, Build 4.0, releasedMay 14, 20th, 2021. This package has quite a few updates and mods carried out on theinterior and instrumentation. New 3D instruments are now featured,running pure Asobo animation code. /images/notams/notams21/lion0514/LIO-320-lionheart-trinidad-10.jpg /images/notams/notams21/lion0514/LIO-320-lionheart-trinidad-07.jpgModifications And Updates 4.03D Instruments fitted using Asobo pure coding for enhanced frame rates and realismInstruments now feature on/off lighting controlInstruments now feature 'dimming' knob for low light flying at nightCabin lighting system totally revamped with improved overhead spotlights and also blue glow light mode. Some wear and realism added to the leather and vinyl interiors. Blue interior color totally revamped for truer colorInstrument face panels in Instrument Pods are revamped and more truer to actual panels of Trinidads; less shine, redone graphics, crisper edgesVarious knobs on instrument panel redone/revamped. Rudder pedals rebuiltAdjustments to handling and stability below 80 knotsFlaps speed and drag performance Mod's for better realism when in descent with full flaps activeRetracting exterior foot pedal system restored and active Park Mode system now only active on the ground. For those that liked to deploy wheel chocks while in flight, I am sorry. /images/notams/notams21/lion0514/LIO-320-lionheart-trinidad-15.jpg /images/notams/notams21/lion0514/LIO-320-lionheart-trinidad-04.jpgPurchase Lionheart Creations - Trinidad TB21 GT for MSFS
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0202/lion0202.jpgChangelog Build 3.5Camera settings for interior and exterior improved, revampedWeight and CG reset and revamped with rear passengers addedInterior lighting modes redone and revamped and improved moderatelyTwo far distance LOD models added for those that use the Trinidad in multi player mode and as AI aircraftProp blades still texture decolored of odd tintTouchups to the new fuselage high resolution bump map (normal map)Edits to manual to show new camera systems and lighting functionalitiesIntroductionThis is the sleek, high performance French 4 seater 'Trinidad' bySocata Aerospace in France. This 250 HP Turbocharged Edition of theTrinidad line, the TB-21 GT, is a fast cruiser, hitting cruise speedsof 200 MPH or 180+ knots. Some were fitted with oxygen systems forhigh altitude cruising, up to 25,000 feet ASL. She was designed with avery advanced interior with automotive style instrument panelfeaturing 'instrument pods' similar to the Lotus Esprit andLamborghini Countach of that era. Even today, her instrument paneldesign is more advanced in appearence to other manufacturers. /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-1.jpgFeatures22 (twenty two) different paint schemes!3 different interior themes: gray, tan, neon euro blueExtreme detail virtual cockpit with updated and modified mesh, mapping, and graphicsDisappearing control yoke for visibilityExtreme high-resolution textures in PBR format complete with bump mappingAsobo high end avionics including their GNS530 and GNS430 GPS systemsSound pack is also an Asobo creation with some incredible sound effects that only MSFS sound systems feature which include bumping sounds, performance maneuver 'groans' from the airframe, and other cool effectsFold up arm rests /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-2.jpg /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-3.jpgPurchase Lionheart Creations - Trinidad TB21 GT for MSFS
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0202/lion0202.jpgChangelog Build 3.4Here are updates to the new package: NAV System revamped. Must use NAV mode to access VOR and ILS Navigation. GPS/NAV button or CDI button on the GPS units to initiate NAV instruments.Alternator issue resolved via Systems config links to proper circuitFuel Range adjusted to proper 1055 NM at 5,000 feet altitude, 2 pilots aboard, full fuel, 75% powerDOORS ARE NOW FUNCTIONING! Just a reminder. And Cargo door opens via round red knob, bottom leftAdjustments to exterior shine 'Wax' setting bumped up 0.100 on slider. :) A better reflection, less grainEnhanced, revamped bump maps in 4K resolution. Rivet scale and panels redone and crisper with adjustments to Normal height. Some real punch now.New 'flat' non-reflective Material for the several Trinidad's that have weathered exteriors.Some fixes to exterior mesh issues, such as elevator shadows, aileron at RH side repaired, and various other tidbits.CG adjusted for 2 pilots, improved.Improvements to textures concerning rivets on dark paint areas.IntroductionThis is the sleek, high performance French 4 seater 'Trinidad' bySocata Aerospace in France. This 250 HP Turbocharged Edition of theTrinidad line, the TB-21 GT, is a fast cruiser, hitting cruise speedsof 200 MPH or 180+ knots. Some were fitted with oxygen systems forhigh altitude cruising, up to 25,000 feet ASL. She was designed with avery advanced interior with automotive style instrument panelfeaturing 'instrument pods' similar to the Lotus Esprit andLamborghini Countach of that era. Even today, her instrument paneldesign is more advanced in appearence to other manufacturers. /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-1.jpgFeatures22 (twenty two) different paint schemes!3 different interior themes: gray, tan, neon euro blueExtreme detail virtual cockpit with updated and modified mesh, mapping, and graphicsDisappearing control yoke for visibilityExtreme high-resolution textures in PBR format complete with bump mappingAsobo high end avionics including their GNS530 and GNS430 GPS systemsSound pack is also an Asobo creation with some incredible sound effects that only MSFS sound systems feature which include bumping sounds, performance maneuver 'groans' from the airframe, and other cool effectsFold up arm rests /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-2.jpg /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-3.jpgPurchase Lionheart Creations - Trinidad TB21 GT for MSFS
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0202/lion0202.jpgChangelog Build 3.3FIXES AND REPAIRS: Autopilot bug concerning VS mode not always showing is repaired.Non functioning buttons on the panel labeled as dummy buttons so there is no confusion.Prop Tooltip RepairedElevator Trim Dial direction incorrect, reset.Manual updates carried out, sections added on Autopilot VS management, and LH Pilots Instrument Pod layout.ENHANCEMENTS AND MODS: Doors now open! Dino Cattaneo technology installed, enabled to get around click-box-bug.Cargo Door release linked to red knob in cockpit; previously the Emergency Gear Release. Repurposed.Circuit Breaker button textures enhanced.Heading and Course nobs are now Asobo coded and feature click-hopping 10-deg increments as well as hold/clicking left and right. Faster then previous FSX animation coding.Proper plastic coating to interior door latches applied over former metal Material for authentic accuracyEXISTING BUGS: Avionics Switch Not AnimatingHeading Knob Not Rotating, I broke the animation...Heading knob moves VOR1 knob/instrument also, could be a sim issue, unknown presentlyIntroductionThis is the sleek, high performance French 4 seater 'Trinidad' bySocata Aerospace in France. This 250 HP Turbocharged Edition of theTrinidad line, the TB-21 GT, is a fast cruiser, hitting cruise speedsof 200 MPH or 180+ knots. Some were fitted with oxygen systems forhigh altitude cruising, up to 25,000 feet ASL. She was designed with avery advanced interior with automotive style instrument panelfeaturing 'instrument pods' similar to the Lotus Esprit andLamborghini Countach of that era. Even today, her instrument paneldesign is more advanced in appearence to other manufacturers. /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-1.jpgFeatures22 (twenty two) different paint schemes!3 different interior themes: gray, tan, neon euro blueExtreme detail virtual cockpit with updated and modified mesh, mapping, and graphicsDisappearing control yoke for visibilityExtreme high-resolution textures in PBR format complete with bump mappingAsobo high end avionics including their GNS530 and GNS430 GPS systemsSound pack is also an Asobo creation with some incredible sound effects that only MSFS sound systems feature which include bumping sounds, performance maneuver 'groans' from the airframe, and other cool effectsFold up arm rests /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-2.jpg /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-3.jpgPurchase Lionheart Creations - Trinidad TB21 GT for MSFS
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0202/lion0202.jpgIntroductionThis is the sleek, high performance French 4 seater 'Trinidad' bySocata Aerospace in France. This 250 HP Turbocharged Edition of theTrinidad line, the TB-21 GT, is a fast cruiser, hitting cruise speedsof 200 MPH or 180+ knots. Some were fitted with oxygen systems forhigh altitude cruising, up to 25,000 feet ASL. She was designed with avery advanced interior with automotive style instrument panelfeaturing 'instrument pods' similar to the Lotus Esprit andLamborghini Countach of that era. Even today, her instrument paneldesign is more advanced in appearence to other manufacturers. /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-1.jpgFeatures22 (twenty two) different paint schemes!3 different interior themes: gray, tan, neon euro blueExtreme detail virtual cockpit with updated and modified mesh, mapping, and graphicsDisappearing control yoke for visibilityExtreme high-resolution textures in PBR format complete with bump mappingAsobo high end avionics including their GNS530 and GNS430 GPS systemsSound pack is also an Asobo creation with some incredible sound effects that only MSFS sound systems feature which include bumping sounds, performance maneuver 'groans' from the airframe, and other cool effectsFold up arm rests /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-2.jpg /images/notams/notams21/lion0202/trinidad-3.jpgPurchase Lionheart Creations - Trinidad TB21 GT for MSFS
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0201.jpgUpdate! Build 3.2 is now flowing out. Fixes to the sleek French Rocket: Instruments now visible from exterior that were messed up by the 3.1 update.Extreme haze on night time GPS fonts has been repaired and is now normal.Environment Occlusion mesh created for virtual cockpit model that keeps out rain and 'white stuff' (as the Canadians call it... Snow... ).Doors do not open for a reason. They do open, but the Asobo systemcreates a 'click box', a mouse rect 'box' around the item structurethat animates. With the Trinidad, it has gull wing doors, they wrapup over the head of the pilot. This means in the sim, that animationpart fills the cockpit and pilot area with a click zone, a'MouseRect'. This also means that when you click on ANYTHING in theVC, it says 'Door Open'... That is why we do not have doors thatopen. Carenado has some that work because Cessnas have flat doors.The 'click box' doesn't extend into the pilot area. That's why. I love crazy animations! I have the goofiest, wildestanimating stuff. The Tailwinds have 'sandwhiches' that fly out of therear area cooler box to the front seat! Crazy animations. I wantthose doors to animate worse then you guys, lol... Patience... Waiting on Asobo. They have done amazing so far. Ihave faith they will get it all working right. Most of us developers didn't even know about the Occlusion box tokeep rain out. I found out about it around launch time. I waswondering why snow was getting into the plane. You didn't have thatback in P3D or FSX or FS2004... Amazing tech. Source Lionheart Creations Issues New Trinidad Pictures
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0120/lionheart-1.jpgBrown on brown, the tan leather interior stays, same for the bluevelvet or blue suede interiors. I made the gauge face panels graythis time instead of tan. I think they look better. The tan lookedodd because of the tons of polygons in the smoothing and curves. /images/notams/notams21/lion0120/lionheart-2.jpg /images/notams/notams21/lion0120/lionheart-3.jpgThe Socata TB is a series of light single engine piston aircraftdeveloped and manufactured by French aircraft company SOCATA. Theletters TB within the designation stands for Tarbes, the French citywhere the aircraft is manufactured. The TB series planes have come tobe known as the "Caribbean Planes", due to the island namingconvention adopted for the various models, though they are not oftenseen flown in that region. Source Lionheart Creations Previews Trinidad In MSFS 2020
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0111/lionheart-1.jpgSome work in progress screen shots of the Trinidad in MSFS. Theinterior has been worked on, leather grain improved, bump mappingimproved. The textures for the interior went from 2K to 4K. Thefonts on the pilot's pod and center console were redone for crisp MSFSextreme quality. Plastic power knobs are properly plastic with someshine. Knobs redone for trim and fuel. The avionics stack are Asobo,featuring state of the art HTML gauge coding and beautifulresolutions. The autopilot does a unique pre-flight bootup. Yokeshave been redone on their hubs. /images/notams/notams21/lion0111/lionheart-2.jpgSource Lionheart Creations Previews Socata TB Series Lionheart Creations Coming To MSFS 2020
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0105/lionheart-1.jpgSome screen shots within Blender 2.92.0. The top tabs are like'shops'. Most of your work is done in Model or Layout. UVW's are inthe UV shop, paint mixing is done in Shader shop. (I call themshops. It's a totally different layout in the rooms or pagelayouts). /images/notams/notams21/lion0105/lionheart-2.jpgAnd... It produces nice Ambient Occlusion maps. That was themain reason I laid down $4200 USD for Max 2012/2014. Took me over ayear to save up for it. The new Max cannot do AO's. It can do lightmaps, which some use as the AO map. /images/notams/notams21/lion0105/lionheart-3.jpgSource Lionheart Creations Previews Socata TB Series Lionheart Creations Coming To MSFS 2020
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/images/notams/notams21/lion0104/lionheart-3.jpgThe Socata TB is a series of light single engine piston aircraftdeveloped and manufactured by French aircraft company SOCATA. Theletters TB within the designation stands for Tarbes, the French citywhere the aircraft is manufactured. The TB series planes have come tobe known as the "Caribbean Planes", due to the island namingconvention adopted for the various models, though they are not oftenseen flown in that region. /images/notams/notams21/lion0104/lionheart-2.jpg /images/notams/notams21/lion0104/lionheart-1.jpgSource
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/images/notams/notams19/heav0820/heav0820.jpgThe Socata Rallye MS-893 is a single engine low wing aeroplanehighly capable of STOL performance. The distinctive high dihedralwings make the flying and handling characteristics of this aeroplanevery easy to use. The tricycle landing gear with an offset nose gearis sprung to allow for a comfortable landing vehicle that can land ondifferent runway surfaces. Coupled with the automatic leading edgeslats, large wide span fowler type flaps and a very spacious and largewindowed area to allow for greater visibility the Rally E is veryapproachable by pilots of all capabilities. /images/notams/notams19/heav0820/rallye-1.jpgMost Rallye customers would specify a lighter aircraft by keepingthe interior loadout to a minimum resulting in even better take-offand landing capability. We have tried to keep the sparsity andapproachability of this fun, simple, yet highly functional workhorsein the simulator with a unique options page that allows you to changeoptions/paint schemes and loadouts on the fly without reloading thesimulator! /images/notams/notams19/heav0820/rallye-2.jpgFeaturesAccurately modelled in high fidelity with an enormous amount of authentic detailAn "on the fly" options system that allows you to change the look and feel of the interior and exterior without having to reload the simulator3 different avionics options (yes we are counting having none as an option)Highly realistic, animated pilot and co-pilotAuthentic stereo sound pack /images/notams/notams19/heav0820/rallye-3.jpgPurchase Aeroplane Heaven - Socata Rallye MS-893
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Gift Guide: Just Flight - TB10 and TB20 XP for X-Plane 11
Nels_Anderson posted an article in X-Plane
Socata TB-10 And TB-20Publisher: Just FlightReview Author: Nigel PorterSuggested Price: $41.99/images/fsc/wbicons/store-buy-now-button.pngThe first time I saw a TB-10 at BigginHill back in the 70's, I remember thinking how wrong it looked withits vertical stabiliser mounted well forward of the horizontalsurfaces (sorry stabilator). The strakes under the fuselage appearedto the uneducated eye to be placed there to eradicate some terminalflying traits. However, closer examination of the interior made itapparent that this was apparently a comfortable mode of transport,with its slightly reclined seating and its modern "sports car like"instrument panel, which made American panels look very old fashioned(they had not really changed for more than 60 years). Its clean linesand faired in wheels gave the impression it was a bit quicker than theaverage aircraft around back then, so I was determined to get a flightin one. However, it was not until quite some time later that theopportunity to experience the aircraft would materialise (flying aTB-20 to Cherbourg) and that happy experience sticks with me to thisday. It is a sweet handling, comfortable, go-places aircraft and itstrailing leg undercarriage smooths out the odd misjudged arrival oruneven grass airfield. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/1.jpgIntroductionThe SOCATA TB-10 Tobago and TB-20 Trinidad are GA (GeneralAviation) aircraft with spacious and comfortable cabins manufacturedby French aircraft company SOCATA. The letters TB within thedesignation stands for Tarbes, the French city where the aircraft aremanufactured. More recently, the company was known as EADS SOCATA,DAHER-SOCATA and since 2015 just DAHER. The aircraft provide seating for up to five people (the fifthperson needs to be slim!) and have proved popular for touring andinstrument training. The TB-10 and TB-20 are all-metal, cantilever lowwing, single-engine aircraft with two 'gull wing' doors. Access to thebaggage compartment is through a door on the left-hand side of thefuselage. The TB-10 is powered by a 180 horsepower (134 kW) Lycoming O-360piston engine and is equipped with fixed tricycle landing gear. TheTB-20's power plant is a 250 horsepower (186 kW) Lycoming IO-540piston engine and the aircraft is equipped with retractable tricyclelanding gear. Both aircraft are fitted with a two-blade constant-speedpropeller. Fuel is carried in two integral wing tanks. The TB-10carries a maximum of 55 US gallons (210 litres) of fuel, providing arange of 700 nautical miles, and the TB-20 carries a maximum of 89 USgallons (336 litres) of fuel, giving the aircraft a range of 1,100nautical miles. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/2.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/3.jpgThe vertical stabiliser consists of a fin, a rudder and acontrolled tab. The horizontal stabiliser is of a stabilator type withan automatic anti-tab which can also be controlled through the pitchtrim. The aircraft is equipped with a conventional three-axis surfacesystem consisting of aileron, stabilator and rudder surfaces. Bothfront positions are equipped with a yoke which actuates the aileronsand stabilator through rods and bellcranks instead of the traditionalcables with pulleys. DocumentationHere I really do have to congratulate Just Flight, as theaccompanying manual is once again, most comprehensive and wellwritten. It's also very easy to jump from section to section -something a few other developers could learn from. As with all newaircraft purchases, I advise everyone to read the manual beforekicking the tyres and starting the engine. By doing so it will helpyou understand some of the finer points of operating thisaircraft! ExteriorWhilst the outside is reasonably well detailed, I was disappointedby the lack of finish and reflections on the main body and wings,after all this was X-Plane 11, and not 12 year old FSX. It is as ifthe aircraft had an old flat paint finish, and seemed to lack thedepth or 3D that X-Plane is famous for. It is a fair reproduction, butnot as good as their Piper Arrow which showed patches of corrosion,peeling paint, etc. A nice touch though, is that when parked theaircraft have tie downs, chocks and several removable covers. Theanimation of the gull-wing doors, baggage door and other engineinspection covers (one even with the dipstick) are nicely done. Thereare six color schemes of each aircraft supplied, representing variousaircraft from around the world. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/4.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/5.jpgInteriorThe seats and instrument panel are reproduced well, and Iparticularly like the 70's instrument panel, even though the lineargauges for temps, etc. are difficult to read (being old fashioned Iprefer round gauges). I found the portrayal of the windscreen surroundunfinished and rough, and the roof was equally lacking in detail, asit normally has downward facing lights. Also missing was a panel whichgives performance figures, but I think this may be an oversight by thedevelopers. Sadly I had a few "issues" with the second Nav/Com where I couldnot change the frequencies (only the decimals), and the ADF didn'twork. I also had a problem where the HSI froze and the only way ofcorrecting it was to change the paint scheme and use anotheraircraft. However these were minor gripes and didn't really ruin theexperience of flying these aircraft. OperationA panel selector arrow appears in the left side of the screen everytime you load the TB-10 or TB-20. This allows multiple options to beselected, such as opening the gullwing doors (which gives plenty ofroom to enter the aircraft), checking oil levels, opening baggagecompartments, following a handy checklist, as well as giving quickaccess to fuel taps and many other objects. It even allows you tochange the livery without going into X-Plane's main menu. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/6.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/7.jpgStarting from a dark and cold cockpit, the power is turned on by ayellow push switch located on the central console. After priming theengine, it is started by turning the ignition key and pushing themixture control to fully rich. After waiting for temps and oil pressure to rise on the lineargauges located in the top/middle of the instrument panel, the brake isreleased and the aircraft taxis with a small amount of throttle,accompanied by the periodic clunking of the trailing leg suspension asone passes over dips in the ground. Both versions have constant speedprops, so the pre-flight checks of mags is followed by exercising theprop, so as to fill the CSU with oil. Once lined up on the runway and with the DI aligned with thecompass, flaps are set to takeoff and power is applied - the slightturn to the left is easily corrected with a bit of right rudder. I always find the best way of learning the foibles of an aircraftis to practice three or four circuits and bumps, so this I did in bothaircraft. I found that flying the downwind leg at 100 mph and thenreducing the manifold pressure to about 15 inches allowed me to slowdown to 70 mph with flaps on final and touching the wheels down atabout 65 mph. It is highly noticeable how much trim one needs tochange when the second flap setting is used, as the aircraft balloonsquite strongly/excessively and one is kept busy. The reason being,the trim wheel turns very slowly, so one needs to adjust enginesettings while putting the nose down to avoid too much speeddisappearing. However, one gets used to it, and I found thereafterthat I mostly used only the first flap setting out of convenience. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/8.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/9.jpgDeciding to leave the circuit for some upper air work, I once againrolled down the runway and at about 65mph pulled the column back andwe gently lift off. I generally use "70 up 70 down" for most smallsingles, as this gives a healthy rate of climb. Once above 500 feetAGL, I retract the flaps and trim the nose down to give me around90 mph which gives a better view of what is in front of the nose, aswell as giving a better rate of climb, whilst also cooling the enginemore efficiently. Once out of the circuit, I climbed to 3000 feet to assess thehandling of the aircraft. Looking out of the large windows to see ifthere was any other traffic around, I started doing a few tight turns,which demonstrated that the aircraft did not drop a nose by toomuch. I then practiced a few stalls: flapless, the stall arrived at 58mph, and 48 mph with full flaps. In both instances there was no hint ofa wing drop just a gentle nodding of the nose, and the persistentmelody of the stall warning "horn". I particularly liked the sound ofthe air rushing over the wings when recovering. Prior to flying, I had set the weight of the aircraft to 250 poundsunder maximum and found the rate of climb matched that of the manualreasonably well. The TB-20 similarly demonstrated the same stallfigures (hardly surprising as it shares the same wing and fuselage asthe TB-10). However its climb rate is much higher due to itsretractable undercarriage and more powerful engine. I did find howeverthat some of the quoted cruise speeds were a little optimistic, butthey are both "go places aircraft" and ideal for distances of some 650miles, and further if you fly the TB-20. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/10.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/11.jpgConclusionAs the TB-10/TB-20 followed the Piper Arrow out of the Just Flightstable, I expected something of a similar standard; sadly this is notquite the case. The TB-10/TB-20 is still good, just not as great as theArrow series. However at $41.99 I find this very expensive for what itis. For example the equivalent Carenado products are far cheaper andvisually much more rewarding. Despite the fact that I found it lacking in exterior detail/finishand having a few minor issues, I still find it a competent productionand a nice plane to fly--it would make a nice addition to anyone'shangar. /images/notams/notams18/just0511/just0511.jpgNigel Porter Purchase Just Flight- TB-10 And TB-20 For X-Plane 11 -
/images/notams/notams18/heav0821/heav0821.jpgOn their Facebook page Aeroplane Heaven has shown some work inprogress pictures of the panel from their upcoming Socata MS893.While some of the gauges are still not rendered properly, overall the panellooks outstanding and will be offered with several different looks and threeoptions for the central panel. /images/notams/notams18/heav0821/socata-ms893-1.jpg /images/notams/notams18/heav0821/socata-ms893-2.jpgSource Aeroplane Heaven Socata MS 893Originally announced in April 2018, Aeroplane Heaven will be bringingthe Socata MS893 to flight simulator fans. The MS 893 is part of theSocata Rallye family and sports a 180 hp Lycoming O-360 engine. /images/notams/notams18/heav0821/socata-ms893-3.jpg
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Socata TB-10 And TB-20Publisher: Just FlightReview Author: Nigel PorterSuggested Price: $41.99/images/fsc/wbicons/pilot-shop-buy.pngThe first time I saw a TB-10 at BigginHill back in the 70's, I remember thinking how wrong it looked withits vertical stabiliser mounted well forward of the horizontalsurfaces (sorry stabilator). The strakes under the fuselage appearedto the uneducated eye to be placed there to eradicate some terminalflying traits. However, closer examination of the interior made itapparent that this was apparently a comfortable mode of transport,with its slightly reclined seating and its modern "sports car like"instrument panel, which made American panels look very old fashioned(they had not really changed for more than 60 years). Its clean linesand faired in wheels gave the impression it was a bit quicker than theaverage aircraft around back then, so I was determined to get a flightin one. However, it was not until quite some time later that theopportunity to experience the aircraft would materialise (flying aTB-20 to Cherbourg) and that happy experience sticks with me to thisday. It is a sweet handling, comfortable, go-places aircraft and itstrailing leg undercarriage smooths out the odd misjudged arrival oruneven grass airfield. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/1.jpgIntroductionThe SOCATA TB-10 Tobago and TB-20 Trinidad are GA (GeneralAviation) aircraft with spacious and comfortable cabins manufacturedby French aircraft company SOCATA. The letters TB within thedesignation stands for Tarbes, the French city where the aircraft aremanufactured. More recently, the company was known as EADS SOCATA,DAHER-SOCATA and since 2015 just DAHER. The aircraft provide seating for up to five people (the fifthperson needs to be slim!) and have proved popular for touring andinstrument training. The TB-10 and TB-20 are all-metal, cantilever lowwing, single-engine aircraft with two 'gull wing' doors. Access to thebaggage compartment is through a door on the left-hand side of thefuselage. The TB-10 is powered by a 180 horsepower (134 kW) Lycoming O-360piston engine and is equipped with fixed tricycle landing gear. TheTB-20's power plant is a 250 horsepower (186 kW) Lycoming IO-540piston engine and the aircraft is equipped with retractable tricyclelanding gear. Both aircraft are fitted with a two-blade constant-speedpropeller. Fuel is carried in two integral wing tanks. The TB-10carries a maximum of 55 US gallons (210 litres) of fuel, providing arange of 700 nautical miles, and the TB-20 carries a maximum of 89 USgallons (336 litres) of fuel, giving the aircraft a range of 1,100nautical miles. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/2.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/3.jpgThe vertical stabiliser consists of a fin, a rudder and acontrolled tab. The horizontal stabiliser is of a stabilator type withan automatic anti-tab which can also be controlled through the pitchtrim. The aircraft is equipped with a conventional three-axis surfacesystem consisting of aileron, stabilator and rudder surfaces. Bothfront positions are equipped with a yoke which actuates the aileronsand stabilator through rods and bellcranks instead of the traditionalcables with pulleys. DocumentationHere I really do have to congratulate Just Flight, as theaccompanying manual is once again, most comprehensive and wellwritten. It's also very easy to jump from section to section -something a few other developers could learn from. As with all newaircraft purchases, I advise everyone to read the manual beforekicking the tyres and starting the engine. By doing so it will helpyou understand some of the finer points of operating thisaircraft! ExteriorWhilst the outside is reasonably well detailed, I was disappointedby the lack of finish and reflections on the main body and wings,after all this was X-Plane 11, and not 12 year old FSX. It is as ifthe aircraft had an old flat paint finish, and seemed to lack thedepth or 3D that X-Plane is famous for. It is a fair reproduction, butnot as good as their Piper Arrow which showed patches of corrosion,peeling paint, etc. A nice touch though, is that when parked theaircraft have tie downs, chocks and several removable covers. Theanimation of the gull-wing doors, baggage door and other engineinspection covers (one even with the dipstick) are nicely done. Thereare six color schemes of each aircraft supplied, representing variousaircraft from around the world. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/4.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/5.jpgInteriorThe seats and instrument panel are reproduced well, and Iparticularly like the 70's instrument panel, even though the lineargauges for temps, etc. are difficult to read (being old fashioned Iprefer round gauges). I found the portrayal of the windscreen surroundunfinished and rough, and the roof was equally lacking in detail, asit normally has downward facing lights. Also missing was a panel whichgives performance figures, but I think this may be an oversight by thedevelopers. Sadly I had a few "issues" with the second Nav/Com where I couldnot change the frequencies (only the decimals), and the ADF didn'twork. I also had a problem where the HSI froze and the only way ofcorrecting it was to change the paint scheme and use anotheraircraft. However these were minor gripes and didn't really ruin theexperience of flying these aircraft. OperationA panel selector arrow appears in the left side of the screen everytime you load the TB-10 or TB-20. This allows multiple options to beselected, such as opening the gullwing doors (which gives plenty ofroom to enter the aircraft), checking oil levels, opening baggagecompartments, following a handy checklist, as well as giving quickaccess to fuel taps and many other objects. It even allows you tochange the livery without going into X-Plane's main menu. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/6.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/7.jpgStarting from a dark and cold cockpit, the power is turned on by ayellow push switch located on the central console. After priming theengine, it is started by turning the ignition key and pushing themixture control to fully rich. After waiting for temps and oil pressure to rise on the lineargauges located in the top/middle of the instrument panel, the brake isreleased and the aircraft taxis with a small amount of throttle,accompanied by the periodic clunking of the trailing leg suspension asone passes over dips in the ground. Both versions have constant speedprops, so the pre-flight checks of mags is followed by exercising theprop, so as to fill the CSU with oil. Once lined up on the runway and with the DI aligned with thecompass, flaps are set to takeoff and power is applied - the slightturn to the left is easily corrected with a bit of right rudder. I always find the best way of learning the foibles of an aircraftis to practice three or four circuits and bumps, so this I did in bothaircraft. I found that flying the downwind leg at 100 mph and thenreducing the manifold pressure to about 15 inches allowed me to slowdown to 70 mph with flaps on final and touching the wheels down atabout 65 mph. It is highly noticeable how much trim one needs tochange when the second flap setting is used, as the aircraft balloonsquite strongly/excessively and one is kept busy. The reason being,the trim wheel turns very slowly, so one needs to adjust enginesettings while putting the nose down to avoid too much speeddisappearing. However, one gets used to it, and I found thereafterthat I mostly used only the first flap setting out of convenience. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/8.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/9.jpgDeciding to leave the circuit for some upper air work, I once againrolled down the runway and at about 65mph pulled the column back andwe gently lift off. I generally use "70 up 70 down" for most smallsingles, as this gives a healthy rate of climb. Once above 500 feetAGL, I retract the flaps and trim the nose down to give me around90 mph which gives a better view of what is in front of the nose, aswell as giving a better rate of climb, whilst also cooling the enginemore efficiently. Once out of the circuit, I climbed to 3000 feet to assess thehandling of the aircraft. Looking out of the large windows to see ifthere was any other traffic around, I started doing a few tight turns,which demonstrated that the aircraft did not drop a nose by toomuch. I then practiced a few stalls: flapless, the stall arrived at 58mph, and 48 mph with full flaps. In both instances there was no hint ofa wing drop just a gentle nodding of the nose, and the persistentmelody of the stall warning "horn". I particularly liked the sound ofthe air rushing over the wings when recovering. Prior to flying, I had set the weight of the aircraft to 250 poundsunder maximum and found the rate of climb matched that of the manualreasonably well. The TB-20 similarly demonstrated the same stallfigures (hardly surprising as it shares the same wing and fuselage asthe TB-10). However its climb rate is much higher due to itsretractable undercarriage and more powerful engine. I did find howeverthat some of the quoted cruise speeds were a little optimistic, butthey are both "go places aircraft" and ideal for distances of some 650miles, and further if you fly the TB-20. /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/10.jpg /images/reviews/jfsocata/t/11.jpgConclusionAs the TB-10/TB-20 followed the Piper Arrow out of the Just Flightstable, I expected something of a similar standard; sadly this is notquite the case. The TB-10/TB-20 is still good, just not as great as theArrow series. However at $41.99 I find this very expensive for what itis. For example the equivalent Carenado products are far cheaper andvisually much more rewarding. Despite the fact that I found it lacking in exterior detail/finishand having a few minor issues, I still find it a competent productionand a nice plane to fly--it would make a nice addition to anyone'shangar. /images/notams/notams18/just0511/just0511.jpgNigel Porter Purchase Just Flight- TB-10 And TB-20 For X-Plane 11
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/images/notams/notams18/just0511/just0511.jpgJust Flight, in partnership with Thranda Design, are proud topresent the TB-10 Tobago and TB-20 Trinidad for X-Plane 11. Following on from their critically acclaimed Arrow III, Turbo ArrowIII/IV and PA-28-161 Warrior II aircraft for X-Plane 11, this highlydetailed simulation of the TB-10 and TB-20 is being developed by JustFlight's in-house team and Thranda Design, following extensiveresearch and consultation with real-world TB-20 pilots. The Socata TB-10 Tobago and TB-20 Trinidad are general aviationaircraft with spacious and comfortable cabins providing seating for upto five people and have proved popular for touring and instrumenttraining. They are all-metal, cantilever low wing, single-engineaircraft with two 'gull wing' doors and access to the baggagecompartment is through a door on the left-hand side of thefuselage. The TB-10 is powered by a 180 horsepower (134 kW) Lycoming O-360piston engine and is equipped with fixed tricycle landing gear. TheTB-20's power plant is a 250 horsepower (186 kW) Lycoming IO-540piston engine and the aircraft is equipped with retractable tricyclelanding gear. Both aircraft are fitted with a two-blade constant-speedpropeller. /images/notams/notams18/just0511/trinidad.jpgBoth variants offer great performance with high cruise speeds(120-150 knots), the ability to fly long range (700-1,100 nauticalmiles) and the ability to land on hard or grass runways. A serviceceiling of up to 20,000 feet, combined with a comprehensive IFR-capableavionics suite including GPS, VOR, ADF and autopilot, make for a greatlong-range IFR touring aircraft. And with excellent visibility andpayload capabilities, they are also well suited to flying those shortVFR hops to local airfields! The TB-10 Tobago and TB-20 Trinidad for X-Plane 11 feature PBRmaterials with real-time environment reflections for superb qualityand realism, 4096 x 4096 textures for the highest possible textureclarity and a variety of paint schemes and numerous animations. /images/notams/notams18/just0511/cockpit.jpgIn the cockpit, the amazing level of detail extends right down tomodelled screw heads and animated seat backs. Authentic wear and tear,including fingerprint marks, will make you feel like you are sittingin the real thing! A vast array of avionics including a KMA 24, GNS430, GNC 255, KN 62, KAP 150, GTX 330, KR 87 and WX-1000 Stormscopewill ensure that you never get bored. Accurate flight dynamics tested by real-world TB-20 pilots andauthentic sound sets for both engine variants complete this extensiveoffering. Purchase Just Flight - TB10 and TB20 XP for X-Plane 11 /images/notams/notams18/just0511/tobago.jpg