FSX. Just released, designed by Carenado, this is probably the first FSX native Skymaster for FSX. An aircraft full of advantages, launched in 1961 and manufactured under many variants ; unretractable, pressurized, turbo-charged, etc... And most of all, its push-pull technology inherited from german Dornier.
The Skymaster 337H chosen by Carenado is not a turbo-charged version. The 337 H was a new variant from the the 337 G, and is pressurized.
For a pilot, even in a virtual world, this twin-engine really provides new sensations. The aircraft can perform short take-off, can land on low velocity and short distances. It's a tricky aircraft that needs careful attention before take-off. (Some pilots have had accidents by attempting to take-off on the nose engine alone).
This version includes modern instruments like the Garmin GPS GNS530. In term of development/programming, this aircraft has three new features : 3D gauges, Fresnel shader maps allowing instruments reflections and a new night light technology but don't ask to Carenado what this...
There are 5 liveries (3 classics, 2 real and one blank, that is supposed to be used as a paintkit...
There is one model with one pilot and another one with pilot/co-pilot.
The bad :
* Once again, i would have liked more original liveries. If you take a look at internet, you will find hundred of amazing liveries. Too bad. At least, the Westpac livery is gorgeous.
* Five manuals included but not a single one to explain in detail what is this variant.
* Until further notice, the product is to buy on Carenado website and frankly, i don't like one more bank i didn't hear about. PayPal would have been a minimum.
* No rain effect on windshield.
The good :
* This is an amazing aircraft. You will enjoy toying with the twin-engine system and the fuel selector valves.
* Short take-off and landing. I tried these performances in some Orbx airfields and the aircraft is really powerfull.
* The VC night lights are working perfectly, including at dawnh/dusk.
The Skymaster 337H chosen by Carenado is not a turbo-charged version. The 337 H was a new variant from the the 337 G, and is pressurized.
For a pilot, even in a virtual world, this twin-engine really provides new sensations. The aircraft can perform short take-off, can land on low velocity and short distances. It's a tricky aircraft that needs careful attention before take-off. (Some pilots have had accidents by attempting to take-off on the nose engine alone).
This version includes modern instruments like the Garmin GPS GNS530. In term of development/programming, this aircraft has three new features : 3D gauges, Fresnel shader maps allowing instruments reflections and a new night light technology but don't ask to Carenado what this...
There are 5 liveries (3 classics, 2 real and one blank, that is supposed to be used as a paintkit...
There is one model with one pilot and another one with pilot/co-pilot.
The bad :
* Once again, i would have liked more original liveries. If you take a look at internet, you will find hundred of amazing liveries. Too bad. At least, the Westpac livery is gorgeous.
* Five manuals included but not a single one to explain in detail what is this variant.
* Until further notice, the product is to buy on Carenado website and frankly, i don't like one more bank i didn't hear about. PayPal would have been a minimum.
* No rain effect on windshield.
The good :
* This is an amazing aircraft. You will enjoy toying with the twin-engine system and the fuel selector valves.
* Short take-off and landing. I tried these performances in some Orbx airfields and the aircraft is really powerfull.
* The VC night lights are working perfectly, including at dawnh/dusk.
The Cessna Skymaster has been used on almost all terrains and situations :
Military operations : recon missions, tactical operations, psychological war...
Civilian : tactical aircraft for fire operations, rescue, observation etc. etc.
Many details inside the nose gear compartment.
The push-pull configuration. Rear engine is pushing, forward engine is pulling (tractor).
New lighting reflections feature on the main panel.
Good imitation of polyurethan skin...
Two working sunshields.
Military livery.
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1 comment:
Great shots. Thanks for the review
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