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/images/notams/notams21/vsky1003.jpgThe VSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain Flying Lab Project v4.0 for X-Plane byLaminar Research is released! New version v4.0 is the most comprehensive update to the projectsince the release of version v1.0 back in 2017! The VSKYLABS C-47 FLP is a highly defined C-47 Skytrain simulationthat covers the aircraft deeply, based on real-world C-47 flyingexperience. The project includes a thorough manual that covers theC-47, its systems and how to operate it. The update was injected into the project, earlier today, via theincluded STMA auto-updater plugin. The stores build was updated tolatest version v4.0r1 as well. Source
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/images/notams/notams21/vsky0925/vskylabs-1.jpgStressing out the VSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain Flying Lab Project v4.0for X-Plane by Laminar Research (Coming Soon!). When trying to abuse the aircraft, it will react, and willchallenge you. Over-stressing the air-frame will result with loss offlying surfaces and other stuff. The VSKYLABS C-47 will allow you topractice your flying skills in various situation, intentional andunintentional. The crashed aircraft seen in two of the screen shotslost its rudder and LH aileron during abusive maneuver and was broughtdown to landing with the use of asymmetric power management. /images/notams/notams21/vsky0925/vskylabs-2.jpg /images/notams/notams21/vsky0925/vskylabs-3.jpgSpeed could not be reduced to normal landing speed due to loss ofstability, and the landing impact was with a significant slip angle onthe verge of transitioning into an uncontrolled spiral, while theopposite engine was running in full power, trying to compensate. Right after the impact, the aircraft drifted sideways. The two mainlanding gears collapsed and both tires were ripped off during theprocess. However, X-Plane did not indicate the landing as acrash. It was quite of a good landing! ...considering... The rest of the screen shots shows various situations...a blowntire during a touch-and-go trial with the use of excessive braking,and extreme icing visualization during anti-icing/de-ice systemscheckup. /images/notams/notams21/vsky0925/vskylabs-4.jpgStay tuned for more v4.0 exciting stuff! Update release will beinitiated right after the completion of the required manual/POHupdating...matters of days. Source
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Here is an update from VSKYLABS and their C-47 Skytrain Flying LabProject for X-Plane 11: /images/notams/notams21/vsky0923/vskylabs-1.jpgVSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain Flying Lab Project v4.0 for X-Plane byLaminar Research (Coming Soon!). The initial update (progressive)release for v4.0 is awaiting for several preps to be completed. Amongthese, the updating of the manual/POH with the new features, systemsdetails, assignments, etc. Stay tuned for the most comprehensiveupdate of the VSKYLABS C-47 up to date! The complete update log willbe available soon in the project pages at the VSKYLABS web site. /images/notams/notams21/vsky0923/vskylabs-2.jpgSource
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/images/notams/notams21/vsky0913.jpgThe VSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain Flying Lab Project v3.1 for X-Plane byLaminar Research (Coming Really Soon!) - New default cockpit panelsPBR textures and color scheme is undergoing development andtesting. Here is a sample of one of the leading layouts! The Douglas C-47 Skytrain or Dakota is a military transportaircraft developed from the civilian Douglas DC-3 airliner. It wasused extensively by the Allies during World War II and remained infront-line service with various military operators for many years. Source
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/images/notams/notams21/vsky0906/vskylabs-1.jpgThe VSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain Flying Lab Project for X-Plane byLaminar Research - Upcoming update v3.1 (Work In Progress). Some facts regrading the VSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain Flying LabProject: The project is being developed (for years) with the approach of aconstant C-47/DC-3 (virtual) restoration process. This is veryexciting as when parts and elements are getting *older*, they arereplaced with new/"restored" ones...it is quite of a fascinatingdevelopment journey that started back in 2016, through the release ofv1.0 in 2017, and up until present day, with approximately 25large-scale updates...and counting... The project features *Two* different aircraft variants with *Three*landing gears configurations. That is (one) the C-47 (Tail-Wheel),C-47 (Tail-wheel with skis which are taking part in the flightdynamics model), and (two) the XC-47C variant, which is a C-47equipped with floats that allows sea and land operations! It is equipped with Two speed Supercharger blowers, functionalOxygen system with crew masks, functional Fire extinguisher system(operation via a hatch in the cockpit floor), authentic propellersystems, Anti-icing and De-ice systems for the wings, props andwindshield along with visible icing simulation, Damage simulation,old-school Sperry autopilot that can be operated with S-TEC type modes(upon user decision). It has rain and icing visualization, interactivewindshield wipers...it has a working cockpit side windows thatinteracts with cockpit smoke and vetilate it in case ofsmoke-in-the-cockpit situations. It has *Two* cabing/cockpitconfigurations for passengers and cargo layout. The aircraft allowsfull old-school NDB/VOR navigation with the use of two VHF commradios, two VHF nav radios, ADF, transponder, authentic radio-compassinstrument...and two Garmin 530 panels that offers easy-access to GPSnavigation for the newer-generation pilots. /images/notams/notams21/vsky0906/vskylabs-2.jpg /images/notams/notams21/vsky0906/vskylabs-3.jpgUpcoming project update v3.1 is a very important milestone in theproject's internal architecture, functionality, and its overalllook-and-feel. Progressive release phase will be initiated in the verynear future. The full update features list will be showcased soon,stay tuned! Source
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/images/notams/notams20/vsky0804.jpgX-Plane aircraft developer VSKYLABS has offered some previewlooks at their C-47 Skytrain Flight Lab Project (FLP)version 3.0. This new version will offer improved modeling and newPBR maps, new FMOD sound pack and more. Source VSKYLABS Announces R44 Helicopter VSKYLABS Releases Tensor 600X VSKYLABS New Update On C-47 Skytrain
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/images/notams/notams20/vsky0507/vskylabs-c47-1.jpgHere is an update on the VSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain for X-Plane 11. A couple of more "work in progress" screen shots of the upcomingVSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain FLP update. The project is quite complex and it is going through astep-by-step, "virtual restoration" process. The upcoming update is going to be a progressive update phase, inwhich every few days, a batch of updates will be injected into theproject via the included STMA autoupdater plugin. The update process will start soon. /images/notams/notams20/vsky0507/vskylabs-c47-2.jpgSource
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/images/notams/notams19/vsky1202/vskylabs-1.jpgVSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain Pilots! Progressive update to v2.9 hasrecently started! During the following weeks, the project will get updated intoversion v2.9, progressively, using the included STMA Autoupdater. Itis quite a comprehensive update. Progressive phase has started at 28th November 2019, and is aimedto be completed within a few weeks. Progressive update history log is available in themain project page at VSKYLABS. Recent update items are including compatibility with X-Plane 11.40+Experimental flight model. So from now on, when flying the VSL C-47,make sure that it is enabled! In addition, all-around anti-icing de-icing system enhancement andsetup was completed, incorporating de-icing fluid for the propellersde-icing system, carburetor de-icing system, wing and tail boots,windshield de-icing. Icing is also visible and interactive with thevarious systems. PBR for the whole project (in and out) will carry on throughout theprogressive update phase, along with remodeling of several aircraftcomponents. Here are a few screen shots showing the current state ofthe cockpit environment. It is already available - your aircraft willget updated next time you will load it on X-Plane 11. /images/notams/notams19/vsky1202/vskylabs-2.jpgNoticeable also is the turn and slip indicator, which was installedin the co-pilot side, to allow more comfortable monitoring from bothseats, and when the yokes are visible. Speaking of the yokes...they will get enhanced with details soon,the winding string cover is already there... /images/notams/notams19/vsky1202/vskylabs-3.jpgSource
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/images/notams/notams19/vsky0502/vsky0502.jpgExciting news! The VSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain Flying Lab Projectversion v2.8.01 was officially released! New version v2.8.01 has set the foundations for future update toversion v3.0. The VSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain FLB is now representing acomprehensive C-47/DC-3 simulation, beefed up with exciting newfeatures and systems. Project main pages at theVSKYLABS web site. /images/notams/notams19/vsky0502/vskylabs-1.jpgFeature HighlightsThe project is 'VR Ready' for use with X-Plane 11.20+: VRfunctionality is a part of the project aspects which are constantlyunder evaluation and development for reaching higher level ofimmersion as the VR features and possibilities are growing.Highly accurate performance and handling simulation of theDC-3/C-47, along with a full set of traditional/old school navigationand autopilot systems.Workhorse for DC-3/C-47 pilot skills: Experience authentic flightperformance and handling practices (takeoff, landing, single engineoperations, flight planning, long range flights and old schoolnavigation). It is a perfect platform to recreate and fly historicroutes using authentic performance.Unique look and feel: There is nothing to hide - the VSKYLABSDC-3/C-47 is a mixture of a simplified yet very engaging design.Systems - All the relevant systems are being simulated, includinga fully featured cockpit, equipped with the C-47 authentic cockpitlayout and VFR/IFR instruments. /images/notams/notams19/vsky0502/vskylabs-2.jpgHere are some of the more unique included systems: Highly defined engines/propellers systems with an authenticfeathering system. Superb two and single engine performance.Two speed Supercharger blowers - based on the PW-1830-90C enginesmodel, equipped with lo/hi blowers. The high blower configuration isallowing high altitude cruise.Oxygen system - including crew dilution/regulator, pressureindicator and functional flow-indicator ("Blinker"). Do not forget toenable hypoxia in X-Plane's general settings menu.Fire Extinguisher system - including fire indication system. Thefire extinguisher control panel is located behind the hinged cover onthe cockpit floor, between the pilot/co-pilot's seats.Damage simulation - engines are sensitive to rapidspool-up. Engine abusement will result in severe damage to theengine/engine fire. Stressing the airframe will result also in severedamage, following a visual representation of the damages, includingprop-strike visualization and loss of control surfaces both visuallyand within the flight dynamics model.Interconnected fire, cockpit smoke and ventilation setup.Engines/propeller systems - designed with fully featured, functioningand authentic propeller feathering system, for highly realistic singleengine simulation.Sperry Autopilot - Old school autopilot is configured.Anti-Icing/De-Ice systems, including icing and rain visualization.Skis - Animated, incorporated in the flight dynamics model.Aircraft Performance: Aircraft performance and handling qualitieswere designed and tested in a "Research level" approach and wentthrough a validation process of more than 300 hours (up until now) offlight testing and evaluation by real-world C-47/DC-3pilot...stretching X-Plane to its limits.Systems - easy to operate by beginners: All relevant systems aresimulated but with the focus on getting the "Flying Lab" airbornewithout the need to go through a long "ground school". /images/notams/notams19/vsky0502/vskylabs-3.jpgStill under development: Although "all systems are go!", theinitial release version was only the beginning-point of the long-termdevelopment plan for the package, which will include continuous workand refinements on the Flight Dynamics Model, systems, andadding/improving 3D modeling qualities. Source
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/images/notams/notams19/vsky0417.jpgVSKYLABS has released a new video showcasing their C-47Skytrain. You've got to love the level of detail seen in planes likethis...the video showcases the oxygen system implementation, showingthe working pressure indicator and functioning blinker with the sounddemonstrating the pilot's breathing. To follow the exact update log visit the project's update log pagewhich will be updated during the process: https://www.vskylabs.com/vsl-c-47-skytrain-flp/vsl-c-47-flp-log
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/images/notams/notams19/vsky0418.jpgVSKYLABS C-47 Skytrain Flying Lab Project PROGRESSIVE update phasewas just initiated. Updates will be flowing almost on a daily basis during the upcomingtwo weeks. Very exciting new features are planned to be incorporated - mostlysystems enhancements and aircraft interaction with the world. Stay tuned... To follow the exact update log visit the project's update log pagewhich will be updated during the process: https://www.vskylabs.com/vsl-c-47-skytrain-flp/vsl-c-47-flp-log Source