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In our search for total immersion we often overlook the finer details that are missing in-sim. It's these important details that add the most to our experience.
Parallel 42 offers solutions for simmers to make their simulation experience more immersive. If you are looking to take your experience to the next level, you just got lucky...
//42 is the answer.
Red Bluff Scenery Bundle On Sale
A bundle that includes all //42 scenes in Red Bluff, California.
Red Bluff, California, is a bush pilot’s dream with its rugged landscape and natural beauty. Nestled near the Sierra Nevada foothills, this area offers dramatic terrain, winding rivers, and stunning valleys, making every flight feel like an adventure. The diverse elevation changes and unique landing strips add an extra challenge, giving you the perfect environment to test your skills.
Whether you’re soaring over the rolling... A bundle that includes all //42 scenes in Red Bluff, California.
Red Bluff, California, is a bush pilot’s dream with its rugged landscape and natural beauty. Nestled near the Sierra Nevada foothills, this area offers dramatic terrain, winding rivers, and stunning valleys, making every flight feel like an adventure. The diverse elevation changes and unique landing strips add an extra challenge, giving you the perfect environment to test your skills.
Whether you’re soaring over the rolling hills or navigating through tight canyons, Red Bluff’s scenic backdrop is breathtaking for any bush pilot.
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Sharktooth Ridge
A landing area located in Red Bluff, California.
Located in Red Bluff, California, just a few miles from 42BC Bush Plane Campout, this destination is on a plot of land identified by STOL CLUB pilots during a group flight. Sharktooth Ridge has a small footprint as it is a destination when cruising from a more prominent meetup spot like Bush Plane Campout. That also makes it an adventurous and slightly dangerous approach. Hug the cliffs on the way in, use the wind to your advantage, kick the r... A landing area located in Red Bluff, California.
Located in Red Bluff, California, just a few miles from 42BC Bush Plane Campout, this destination is on a plot of land identified by STOL CLUB pilots during a group flight. Sharktooth Ridge has a small footprint as it is a destination when cruising from a more prominent meetup spot like Bush Plane Campout. That also makes it an adventurous and slightly dangerous approach. Hug the cliffs on the way in, use the wind to your advantage, kick the rudder to straighten up, and try not to go over the edge into the river below!
Runway: ~500 ft long dirt runway with a slightly aggressive incline to the west.
Approach Considerations: Land West to East and depart to the West. Tall trees on final and rocks on both sides of the runway present a hazard. Beware of cliffs; ensure adequate braking power. Caution Youtuber drone in the vicinity.
Amenities: Campgrounds and great fishing.
Windsock: No
Parking: Limited
Visually enhanced farms on approach to strip
Multiple runway objects and hazards contain collision boxes.
Challenging approach onto sloped & narrow dirt runway.
Custom vegetation assets.
Custom terraforming for a better representation of dangerous terrain
Custom night lighting in camp area.
Custom Soundscape includes a fire pit and flying drone
Fully animated drone mini-scene
Fishing mini-scene
Dynamic windmill at the farm on approach shows live wind speed and direction.
Horses in a corral at the farm.
Heatblur effects on fire pit
Centrally located for northern California bush trip adventures.
Please don't leave food out; a bear was reported in the area.
Pineapple on pizza is not permitted on-site
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SimFX - Visual Effects Utility
A global "Visual Effects Utility" covering a range of immersive scenarios and aircraft.
BUY IF: You want a range of Visual Effects across multiple aircraft in your hangar as well as environmental effects.
Our legacy in creating the gold standard of VFX for FSX/Prepar3D continues as we bring our expertise to MSFS. Discover the world of visual effects (VFX) in Microsoft Flight Simulator with SimFX. This add-on is not just a standalone enhancement; it also contains the foundation for our up... A global "Visual Effects Utility" covering a range of immersive scenarios and aircraft.
BUY IF: You want a range of Visual Effects across multiple aircraft in your hangar as well as environmental effects.
Our legacy in creating the gold standard of VFX for FSX/Prepar3D continues as we bring our expertise to MSFS. Discover the world of visual effects (VFX) in Microsoft Flight Simulator with SimFX. This add-on is not just a standalone enhancement; it also contains the foundation for our upcoming series of hand-crafted "Immersion Packs. "
Every particle on your screen is authentically governed by environmental variables and formulas. Dynamic effects appear only under the right conditions, creating magical moments in your virtual skies. Experience visual effects for your hangar full of aircraft, AI or multiplayer traffic contrails, and even Auroras dynamically driven by live data, visible near both poles.
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SimFX Heatblur Effects
Enjoy revamped default heat blur effects, now delivering dynamic, customizable visuals that are ultra-realistic, no matter the aircraft type. This effect works out of the box on supported aircraft (not encrypted by marketplace / using default fx).
Engine Heat Blur: visual effect of heat coming out of engines/exhaust
APU Heat Blur: visual effect of heat coming out of APU unit exhaust
REQUIRES PAYWARE: SimFX - Visual Effects Utility
INSTRUCTIONS: Drop into the Community folder... Enjoy revamped default heat blur effects, now delivering dynamic, customizable visuals that are ultra-realistic, no matter the aircraft type. This effect works out of the box on supported aircraft (not encrypted by marketplace / using default fx).
Engine Heat Blur: visual effect of heat coming out of engines/exhaust
APU Heat Blur: visual effect of heat coming out of APU unit exhaust
REQUIRES PAYWARE: SimFX - Visual Effects Utility
INSTRUCTIONS: Drop into the Community folder.
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Simstaller
A freeware utility for effortless add-on installations.
DOWNLOAD IF: You want an easy and automated way to install add-ons into Microsoft Flight Simulator, without having to hunt for your community folder every time.
Designed exclusively for Microsoft Flight Simulator, this lightweight Windows application operates seamlessly outside of your sim space, ensuring unnoticeable resource usage.
What started off as a tool for customers who buy directly from our store evolved into a communit... A freeware utility for effortless add-on installations.
DOWNLOAD IF: You want an easy and automated way to install add-ons into Microsoft Flight Simulator, without having to hunt for your community folder every time.
Designed exclusively for Microsoft Flight Simulator, this lightweight Windows application operates seamlessly outside of your sim space, ensuring unnoticeable resource usage.
What started off as a tool for customers who buy directly from our store evolved into a community-wide offering that's a MUST-HAVE if you download content from community sites like FlightSim. to or directly from developer websites. Installations are now a breeze, whether you want to manually handle them or allow Simstaller to monitor a directory of your choice for new add-ons to install automatically. Use Addons Linker? Add custom directories as bookmarks to swap package destinations quickly!
Simstaller is not just a tool; it's our commitment to improving your flight simulation experience once again.
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Stripr
A Loading Screen Replacement Utility
BUY IF: You want satellite images of airstrips worldwide and other flight data displayed while your sim is loading assets behind the scenes, from first launch, to loading into a flight.
Are you tired of staring at dull, static images while waiting for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 to load? Time to sit back and enjoy the show.
Eliminate loading screen anxiety and welcome a more pleasant visual experience with Stripr! Our innovative application is ... A Loading Screen Replacement Utility
BUY IF: You want satellite images of airstrips worldwide and other flight data displayed while your sim is loading assets behind the scenes, from first launch, to loading into a flight.
Are you tired of staring at dull, static images while waiting for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 to load? Time to sit back and enjoy the show.
Eliminate loading screen anxiety and welcome a more pleasant visual experience with Stripr! Our innovative application is designed to transform your loading screen into a captivating journey of discovery right from the moment you launch the simulator.
Stripr is built to cater to all users, whether you've purchased MSFS from Steam or the Microsoft Store. The Windows-based configurator offers easy installation, simple configuration, and seamless integration, making it a must-have addition for every aviation enthusiast.
But don't just take our word for it. Here's what one of our early users had to say:
"I've been loving the new variations in the loading screen and have even written down a couple of spots I want to fly that I probably would have never found myself!" - Area 42 Tester
Transform your loading screens into a stress-free experience and open up a world of captivating visuals with Stripr.
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Sunset Strip
A strip located near Finley Lake, California.
After a day of flying, Sunset Strip is the perfect spot to unwind. Surrounded by scenic valleys and just a short 5nm flight from 42HV High Voltage, it's a sanctuary for STOL aircraft and helicopter enthusiasts. Pilots who enjoy precision flying will find a challenge here, with landings and departures possible in only one direction. And when the sun sets over the surrounding valleys during your approach, it's a perfect backdrop. There are no servi... A strip located near Finley Lake, California.
After a day of flying, Sunset Strip is the perfect spot to unwind. Surrounded by scenic valleys and just a short 5nm flight from 42HV High Voltage, it's a sanctuary for STOL aircraft and helicopter enthusiasts. Pilots who enjoy precision flying will find a challenge here, with landings and departures possible in only one direction. And when the sun sets over the surrounding valleys during your approach, it's a perfect backdrop. There are no services, restrooms, or electricity. At Sunset Strip, it's all about reconnecting with nature. Enjoy the tranquility of Finley Lake, spot bald eagles or hop in a Juice Goose and explore the nearby Red Bluff Trails to grab a meal at the nearby Hungry Bear food truck.
This strip is a fantastic place to fly in from other //42 properties, such as Bluffers Hill, Sharktooth Ridge, Hogsback Ranch, or Mr. Goodbar.
Runways: 1x 492ft dirt strip, no maintenance
Helipads: 2x dirt pads, no maintenance
Approach Considerations: Short runway, sloped downhill at far end.
Approach Cautions: Federally protected Bald Eagle(s) soaring cliffs, shared runway with ATV/UTV riders, fence a few ft from runway edge.
Notices: STOL aircraft only, Helicopters OK
Lighting: N/A
Windsock: Temporary
Parking: Very Limited
Amenities: ATV/UTV trail, dedicated camping area, fishing, dark nights.
Trails: UTV trail loops around the area, starting behind the barn. Ideal for the //42 Juice Goose
Services: no restrooms, no drinking water, no weather info, no lights, no fuel. Cell service limited. Restrooms are available nearby at the construction site.
Objects on or near the runway contain collision boxes.
The treeline at the end of the runway contains collision boxes.
Challenging approach onto a short and narrow strip.
Custom terraforming to better resemble the region as it is IRL.
Custom 3D library of on-ground assets.
Micro-scenes at two nearby lakes.
Working farm with windmill
Two dirt roads were cleared for Juice Goose driving.
Perched and soaring Bald Eagles with sound.
Jumping Frogs in the main lake scene
ATV doing donuts visible during daylight
Music lovers scene with a radio station and a dancing guy
Perfect stop on Northern California Backcountry bush trip adventures.
A scenic area surrounded by valleys, perfect for exploration.
Includes Bonus Food Truck and strip in the vicinity. No ICAO, find the map at camp! The food truck closes at Dusk.
Can you find the bear?
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Taboo - ABO Utility
A utility designed to reduce the memory footprint of glass cockpit instruments by allowing you to target and disable individual avionics on any aircraft.
BUY IF: You are on an Xbox or low-end PC and frequently experience complete avionics blackouts (ABO) that prevent you from flying certain aircraft. The lower the system specs, the higher the benefit of this tool.
Designed for Xbox, but helpful for ALL platforms! This isn't a utility for everyone, but it will help many.
On Xbox, Tabo... A utility designed to reduce the memory footprint of glass cockpit instruments by allowing you to target and disable individual avionics on any aircraft.
BUY IF: You are on an Xbox or low-end PC and frequently experience complete avionics blackouts (ABO) that prevent you from flying certain aircraft. The lower the system specs, the higher the benefit of this tool.
Designed for Xbox, but helpful for ALL platforms! This isn't a utility for everyone, but it will help many.
On Xbox, Taboo can help reduce the occurrence of Avionics Blackouts (ABO) which can disrupt your flights.
On low-end PC's, use Taboo to remove nonessential avionics, like co-pilot systems, on the side of the aircraft where you don't sit.
This memory optimization can help improve aircraft performance, effectively making the difference between being able to use a resource heavy aircraft or not.
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