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Aeroplane Heaven Releases Major Update on Upcoming C-47 / DC-3

Aeroplane Heaven has published a major update on their upcoming C-47/DC-3 for P3DV4.4+.

According to the announcement, the offering will include exterior models for the C-47 Skytrain (with droppable paratroops) and DC-3 (P&W engines, left passenger door; DC-3 P&W engines, cargo/passenger doors; Wright Cyclone engines, right passenger door). These are described as “highly accurate, fully detailed models with many working animations” and “exceptionally high detail, authentic 3D modeled engines complete with individual cylinder fins, valve gear, spark plugs and leads, etc.” Continue reading Aeroplane Heaven Releases Major Update on Upcoming C-47 / DC-3

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Aeroplane Heaven Shares Update on Upcoming C-47 for P3DV4.4+

Flight simulation developer Aeroplane Heaven has shared an update on their upcoming Douglas C-47 for P3DV4.4+.

As previously reported, the product is touted as “the most detailed, Hi-Definition models of this aeroplane ever produced” and will focus on the historic C-47 “That’s all Brother,” which led the armada of Skytrains across the English Channel to Normandy on June 6, 1944 (C-47 Military and DC3 Dakota civilian versions with a wide choice of liveries will reportedly be included).

The new update provides a selection of WIP screenshots, including the re-built P&W “Twin-Wasps” in their cowlings and extended tropical filters. The team also notes that flight testing has begun, with tweaking underway on PBR effects inside and out.

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Under Development for P3DV4.4+: “Most Detailed, Hi-Definition” C-47 Ever

On June 6, the 75th anniversary of D-Day, flight simulation developer Aeroplane Heaven announced an upcoming Douglas C-47 for P3DV4.4+ which will focus on “That’s all Brother” – the C-47 that led the armada of Skytrains across the English Channel to Normandy on June 6, 1944.

The developer states that this will be their “most challenging and rewarding project to date” as the team is planning to make the offering “the most detailed, Hi-Definition models of this aeroplane ever produced.” Features will reportedly include: Continue reading Under Development for P3DV4.4+: “Most Detailed, Hi-Definition” C-47 Ever

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New Views of Aeroplane Heaven’s Heinkel He 111 as Release Draws Near

In a recent update, flight simulation developer Aeroplane Heaven states that their Heinkel He 111 P2 is nearing release.

As previously reported, the aircraft is being developed for FSX/SE, P3DV3+ and P3DV4+ and is said to offer a high fidelity model with “an enormous amount of authentic detail.” Additional features reportedly include a fully animated complex control systems for rudder, aileron and elevator, “secret” modern navigation suite fitted to the cockpit for IFR navigation, highly realistic, animated pilot, bomb-aimer and mid/upper gunner, detailed Daimler Benz V12 engine under removable nacelle panels and authentic stereo sound pack with the signature “out of sync” engine throb at full throttle. Continue reading New Views of Aeroplane Heaven’s Heinkel He 111 as Release Draws Near

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Flight Replicas Provides Update on Upcoming Bf 109 G-6, HA-1112

Flight Replicas has shared an update on their upcoming Rolls Royce-powered HA-1112 Buchon for FSX and P3D.

The developer states that the project is taking “a little longer to complete” as it was decided to do the original Spanish Ejército del Aire version of the aircraft, which are nearing completion. The more modern examples of the aircraft are reportedly “ready for delivery.”

As previously reported, Flight Replicas is also developing a Bf 109 G-6, the “basic” mid-production version of which is now complete. According to the update “the only items remaining are to bring the other versions (eg. early and late production, etc.) up to the same standard.”

If all goes well, release of the new machines “shouldn’t be too long now.”

Click below to check out new, WIP screenshots of the Buchon.

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Aeroplane Heaven Announces Development of Spitfire Family for FSX, P3D

Following the release of their new Dunkirk Spitfire Mk.1A, Aeroplane Heaven has announced the “next chapter” in their tribute to the iconic type with the development of the MkV family and the MkIX.

The upcoming releases will reportedly include “A”,”B” and “C” wing variants, tropical filters, clipped-wings and cockpits finished “in all the detail of the ‘Dunkirk’ project with refinements to match the marques represented.” The developer also states that for the first time, they will introduce an optional high definition static pilot figure.

The aircraft will reportedly be ready “later in the year” and will likely be for FSX and P3D, although this could change “depending on events over the coming months.”

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First Look: New PBR Technology Gives Aeroplane Heaven’s Upcoming He 111 “War Weary” Appearance

Flight simulation developer Aeroplane Heaven has released new screenshots of their upcoming Heinkel He 111 P2 in P3DV4.4 “with full PBR materials.”

As previously reported, the aircraft is being developed for FSX/SE, P3DV3+ and P3DV4+ and is said to offer a high fidelity model with “an enormous amount of authentic detail.” Additioanl features reportedly include a fully animated complex control systems for rudder, aileron and elevator, “secret” modern navigation suite fitted to the cockpit for IFR navigation, highly realistic, animated pilot, bomb-aimer and mid/upper gunner, detailed Daimler Benz V12 engine under removable nacelle panels and authentic stereo sound pack with the signature “out of sync” engine throb at full throttle.

Six authentic marking options will be included as well, each reportedly created using P3D v4.4’s new “PBR Workflow” techniques to provide “a new level of realism to your flight simulation experience.” The newly released images capture the results, which include metal and corrosion effects, paint chips and staining. The developer states “All Heinkels will be released for 4.4 with PBR incorporated.”

A final release date has not yet been announced. Click below to see more.

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Flight Replicas Share New Images of Upcoming Bf 109 G-6 for FSX, P3D

Flight simulation developer Flight Replicas has released new interior and exterior screenshots of their upcoming Bf-109G6 for FSX and P3D.

The new set of images reportedly show WIP (but essentially complete) views of the Bf-109G6 exterior wearing the colors of the machine flown by Lt. Elias Kühlein and a representation of the late-production G6 cockpit. Models will also include a slightly earlier version of the G6 plus a Trop.

In addition to the G6, the company is also developing a Rolls Royce-powered HA-112 Buchon that will reportedly include the original Spanish Air Force colors, “examples as they appeared in the 1968 film Battle of Britain, plus some more present-day examples.”

As of this writing, a release date has not yet been announced. Click below to check out additional images.

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Aeroplane Heaven Offers Look at Livery Options for Upcoming Heinkel HE 111 P-2

Aeroplane Heaven has posted renderings of liveries for its upcoming Heinkel HE 111 P-2.

Six authentic options will reportedly be available, each being created using new-technology “PBR Workflow” techniques to provide “a new level of realism to your flight simulation experience.” In addition, a A “pro”-quality paint-kit will also be provided to create your own marking options.

The aircraft is being developed for FSX/SE, P3DV3+ and P3DV4+ and is said to offer a high fidelity model with “an enormous amount of authentic detail.” Additioanl features reportedly include a fully animated complex control systems for rudder, aileron and elevator, “secret” modern navigation suite fitted to the cockpit for IFR navigation, highly realistic, animated pilot, bomb-aimer and mid/upper gunner, detailed Daimler Benz V12 engine under removable nacelle panels and authentic stereo sound pack with the signature “out of sync” engine throb at full throttle.

A final release date has not yet been announced. Click below to check out additional livery renderings.

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Blue Sky FS Releases New Images, Details on Upcoming Spitfire Mk. XIV for P3D V.4 [Video]

Blue Sky Flight Simulations has released new images and details for their upcoming Rolls Royce Griffon 65-powered Spitfire Mk. XIV.

As previously reported, Blue Sky initially began developing the aircraft for Dovetail Games’ Flight Sim World (FSW), however, with FSW’s closure in May, the team is now working to prepare the Spitfire for P3D v.4.

Additional work is focused on getting the flight dynamics ready and fixing animation errors. This will be followed by “major internal testing to make sure all systems and flight functions are working” as well as external beta testing.

It is hoped that the aircraft will be ready by the end of September. Click below to check out additional screenshots, as well as a recent live stream showing “gauge animation development in 3D Max and a quick aerobatic test flight around Duxford.”

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