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Saturday, June 14th, 2008 |
Mechtronix Systems Inc. (MSI), the fastest growing leading provider of flight training equipment in the world, today officially announced the unveiling of a new generation A320 FFS X™. The unit was available for trial by customers, the aviation community and the press during the June 11th ceremony. The high fidelity A320 FFS X™ is the second of several built from Mechtronix for IFTC, the training arm of Gözen Group, TACA airlines and soon to be divulged customers. Mechtronix event marks the first official deployment of a true replication technology for an A320 training device after years of collaboration with the aircraft manufacturer and related OEM’s.
The new design approach is derived from Mechtronix’ extensive conversion of Airbus data and the exclusive use of OEM software to reproduce a flexible world class A320 training environment that replaces standard designs that have always relied on traditionally expensive avionics hardware platforms. The A320 FFS X™ training device will now be maintained by training centers and airlines like IFTC and TACA using a more cost-effective software generated environment (more…)
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Friday, April 11th, 2008 |
Cornered Rat Software is inviting gamers to a special 14-day free trial of their award-winning MMOG, “WWII Online: Battleground Europe” with great prizes and a special rank bonus for those who exhibit the skills and instincts to defeat their enemy in combat.
PC and Mac gamers can create a free 14-day trial account, download the game and compete in a test of skills on the virtual battlefields of World War II Europe. Each week, the player who scores the greatest number of kills in selected categories will be awarded a free 1-year subscription to “Battleground Europe”. A special rank bonus, unlocking additional weapons and equipment, will be awarded to those trial players who perform above and beyond in their duty to defeat enemy forces. See the trial information page for more details at BattlegroundEurope.com.
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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008 |
Wilco Publishing has brought Tower Simulator that puts you in the controller’s chair high atop a major or complex airport to choreograph the movements of incoming and outgoing air traffic. Tower Simulator takes you into a world of authority and responsibility in which the lives of thousands of passengers depend on your ability to make split-second decisions. As a tower controller, you handle realistic aircraft take-offs and landings, as well as aircraft ground movements through breathtaking out-the-window and radar views. unways, taxiways, aprons, flight paths, obstructions and airport structures are all under your control !
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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008 |
The first feature is FDC Live Cockpit! - Flight Deck Companion. FDC Live Cockpit! brings the PC Pilots flight deck to life with full crew audio enhancements and a complete airport ambience including boarding sounds etc. He can choose from 15 different flight deck voice sets and can even add his own voice variations. In addition he can choose cabin crew announcements in many different languages and dialects.
A virtual co-pilot catapults the reality feeling to new heights in flight simulation. Audio checklists with many interactive items underline the professional approach in flying an aircraft. Numerous flight deck calls are based on the aircraft type, weight and speed. The user can hear the captain making flap and gear calls at the correct time to which the virtual co-pilot will respond to and will operate gear and flaps.
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Saturday, March 22nd, 2008 |
An iconic aircraft from WWII reproduced to award winning detail for Flight Simulator X and 2004. Includes F, G and K series in dozens of aircraft and paints scheme variations. The Messerschmitt Bf109 was flown by the three highest scoring fighter aces of WWII, outperforming both Spitfires and Hurricanes in vertical climbs and dives.
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Friday, February 22nd, 2008 |
This add-on for the Microsoft Flight Simulator X is an extraordinary replica of the twin engine Piper Cheyenne with a new developed weather radar. The package contains no less than four versions of the most successful Turboprop family: Cheyenne II, I, IA and IIXL. All four aircraft have been rebuilt and animated for the Flight simulator in 3-D fashion right down to the smallest of details. In this way mechanical parts such as ailerons, rudders, flaps, engines and even windscreen wipers move just like in the original aircraft.
The excellent graphics of both the 2D- and 3D-Cockpits are equipped with all the avionic instruments usually to be found inside these models and the precise flight dynamics have been developed with the help of real Cheyenne pilots. Besides the accurate panels for the pilot and the co-pilot, the cabin of the Cheyenne has also been rebuilt to the highest level of detail with its opening doors for the passengers and the freight.
The sounds, which are being used, have all been recorded on the real thing. Numerous liveries for all the available versions and an extensive documentation round of a superb simulation for both VFR and IFR pilots.
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Friday, February 22nd, 2008 |
737 Pilot In Command has now been updated for Flight Simulator X. This new version on DVD-ROM for FSX/FS2004 is also fully compatible with Windows Vista and the Flight Simulator SP2 service pack. Existing owners of the Just Flight FS2004 version of 737 Pilot In Command can download a FREE upgrade to FSX/WINDOWS XP compatibility here. Owners who wish to upgrade to FSX/WINDOWS VISTA compatibility can download a 379Mb upgrade for £4.99 here. Airliner enthusiasts can now take their places in a Flight Simulator X captain’s seat and command the world’s favourite airliner! The -300, -400 and -500 versions of the 737 have been expertly modelled and come with a choice of over 70 airline liveries.
The beauty is more than skin deep – 737 Pilot In Command has advanced avionics and a highly accurate flight model. Other features include working weather radar and a printed manual that comes with a bespoke tutorial from the acclaimed trainer Captain Mike Ray. The new FSX version includes some extra features including innovative in-flight passenger screens and 737 Pilot In Command is also fully compatible with Windows Vista and the Flight Simulator SP2 service pack.
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Saturday, February 16th, 2008 |
There’s a reason why the new Dreamflyer (www.mydreamflyer.com) from FMS Flight Motion Simulators won the Innovations Award in the Electronic Gaming category at 2008 Consumer Electronics Show–it’s a WAY cool product and worthy of your coverage!
FMS Flight Motion Simulator Inc.’s DreamFlyer is, in its most basic form, a flight simulation controller. However, it’s more than just a joystick. The DreamFlyer is a full motion flight simulator controller that you sit in to control your flight simulation game. It comes with a full joystick, complete with combat controls, a hand throttle with more buttons and a thumb switch mouse, plus foot pedals.
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Thursday, February 14th, 2008 |
Beaver X is now fully FSX compatible ! This aicraft gets you everywhere, snow, water, soft runways or tarmac, there is a Beaver in this package for every terrain. Some things age gracefully, some things go beyond that and seem to resist aging altogether. They are truly timeless. In aviation there are few examples, because aircraft are designed for a definite lifespan and to be replaced by something better. Perhaps the Piper Cub is one of the few examples, so long after being build, it’s still in serious use and not only for sentimental reasons, they are still very much up to the job. But the DHC-2 beaver certainly is one.
In 1955 a new Beaver sold for $30.000 and at this moment a well maintained Beaver with only a few million miles on the clock is worth around $300.000 and there are many operators who will tell you they fly the DHC-2 for the simple reason it is the best aircraft for the job and that they do not care that is older than they are.
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Thursday, February 14th, 2008 |
The Australian Simulation Piper Warrior for Flight Simulator X and Flight Simulator 2004 is back and better than ever! The award winning Piper Warrior II/III pack is now completely compatible with Flight Simulator X as well as Flight Simulator 2004, and existing customers get this upgrade absolutely free. This package was designed to please all general aviation enthusiasts, from novice aviators, to seasoned veterans of the sky.
Most pilots have either trained in the famous Piper Warrior, or at least flown them at some point. The Australian Simulation Piper Warrior package will be sure to please all fans of the PA28 series. The base package comes with 2 main variants, an old and tired Warrior II with authentic worn instruments, and a brand new, straight off the showroom floor Piper Warrior III. The latter features a dream fit out with some of the most advanced avionics you would find in a small general aviation aircraft.
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Thursday, February 14th, 2008 |
The latest exciting interactive feature to be added to the Eurofighter Typhoon website is REFUELLING CHALLENGE. Prove your ability to manoeuvre the world’s most advanced swing-/multi-role combat aircraft into the refuelling zone and, with utmost precision, guide the In-Flight Refuelling Probe (IRFP) to dock with the refuelling basket.
REFUELLING CHALLENGE will test your hand-eye co-ordination and positional flying as you look to replenish your fuel resources on Eurofighter Typhoon. Failure to complete the task and you’ll be forced to return to base. One final warning: keep the accuracy of your flying to a high level or run the risk of upsetting the pilot of the Tanker aircraft.
The latest exciting interactive feature to be added to the Eurofighter Typhoon website is REFUELLING CHALLENGE. Prove your ability to manoeuvre the world’s most advanced swing-/multi-role combat aircraft into the refuelling zone and, with utmost precision, guide the In-Flight Refuelling Probe (IRFP) to dock with the refuelling basket.
REFUELLING CHALLENGE will test your hand-eye co-ordination and positional flying as you look to replenish your fuel resources on Eurofighter Typhoon. Failure to complete the task and you’ll be forced to return to base. One final warning: keep the accuracy of your flying to a high level or run the risk of upsetting the pilot of the Tanker aircraft.
You can also add an extra dimension to REFUELLING CHALLENGE by daring your friends to beat your score, and determine who is truly the REFUELLING CHALLENGE champion amongst you.
Click here to launch REFUELLING CHALLENGE, or find it within the Interactive section from the main menu.
You can also add an extra dimension to REFUELLING CHALLENGE by daring your friends to beat your score, and determine who is truly the REFUELLING CHALLENGE champion amongst you.
Click here to launch REFUELLING CHALLENGE, or find it within the Interactive section from the main menu.
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