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BF-109 G-6
The Messer. The Knife.
A true master of the skies; feared by her opponents and respected by all. The Bf 109G-6 represents the pinnacle of German aviation and holds its place in history as one of the deadliest & most fearsome fighters ever made. Holding the record for the most produced fighter aircraft of all time, the Bf 109 made up 47% of German aircraft production during WWII and scored more aerial victories than any other aircraft of the war.
Step into the cockpit of this histori... The Messer. The Knife.
A true master of the skies; feared by her opponents and respected by all. The Bf 109G-6 represents the pinnacle of German aviation and holds its place in history as one of the deadliest & most fearsome fighters ever made. Holding the record for the most produced fighter aircraft of all time, the Bf 109 made up 47% of German aircraft production during WWII and scored more aerial victories than any other aircraft of the war.
Step into the cockpit of this historical masterpiece; recreated with our most detailed & authentic simulation effort yet. Thousands of man hours have been poured into the project by our team, with new simulation techniques developed in-house to truly capture the unique characteristics of this beautiful aircraft.
Features
Lovingly detailed, AAA quality 3D Artwork with 10 liveries included.
Immersive Wwise Soundscape; including our most detailed engine sound capture yet – hear the unique scream of the Daimler-Benz DB 605A from all angles with not one, but FOUR unique engine captures (3 external + cockpit). Buzz the tower with the brilliant FlyingIron Flyby sound technology.
Incredibly authentic Flight Modelling – we have been collaborating for almost a year with 109 pilots, DB 605A experts & technicians to develop a truly realistic model of the airframe & engine flight dynamics. The flight & engine models have been exhaustively tested by a team of experts to validate flight performance & behaviours. The flight model includes multiple custom-coded additions to extend realism beyond what’s possible in the base simulator.
Extensive, faithful recreation of the Bf 109’s multiple systems – powered by our custom codebase to ensure each aspect of system simulation is faithfully recreated & futureproof against Sim updates. This includes extensive modelling of fuel & hydraulic systems, emergency systems and much more. Even the J30BZ Chronograph is simulated!
Detailed modelling of the DB 605A-1 V-12 engine – we have made exhaustive efforts to recreate every facet of this beautiful engine. Our engine model uses custom thermodynamics & engine physics developed in-house over several years and refined for the Bf 109. Oil temperature, pressure & viscosity are among the many features accurately simulated – which means that failures are possible too!
All-new electrical modelling captures every detail in the electrical system, down to the smallest bulb. Electrical failures & circuit breakers are present and fully functional.
Custom ground handling physics & landing gear models developed for the 109 to capture the unique ground handling & landing gear system. The landing gear can be damaged & collapsed; be sure to watch those landings and read up on emergency procedures!
Beautiful UV cockpit lighting - each light is individually designed and each casting real ambient light for a breathtaking night flight experience.
Experience true immersion with dynamic cockpit vibrations, animated fuel line bubbles, a functional gunsight and much more!
Full integration of the FlyingIron Pilot’s Tablet – which includes UX features such as Autopilot, various aircraft options, realism settings, data monitoring, weight & balance page and much more. All tablet settings are saved & persistent, so you can set & forget!
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F6F-5 Hellcat
The carrier deck quakes as a deep, guttural roar cuts through the noise and demands respect. The deafening thumping of 18-cylinders is instantly recognisable … the Zero Killer. Ace Maker.
The F6F Hellcat.
The logical successor & evolution to the F4F Wildcat, the Hellcat was the monstrous carrier-borne aircraft of the United States Navy in the Pacific Theatre of WWII. The Hellcat first appeared operationally in August 1943, proving its value immediately and taking part in some of the ... The carrier deck quakes as a deep, guttural roar cuts through the noise and demands respect. The deafening thumping of 18-cylinders is instantly recognisable … the Zero Killer. Ace Maker.
The F6F Hellcat.
The logical successor & evolution to the F4F Wildcat, the Hellcat was the monstrous carrier-borne aircraft of the United States Navy in the Pacific Theatre of WWII. The Hellcat first appeared operationally in August 1943, proving its value immediately and taking part in some of the greatest air battles of the Pacific; from the Caroline Islands, to the Battle of the Philippines & many more. The aircraft was incredibly successful in battle, accounting for more than half of all airborne kills from the US Navy. The F6F claimed 5,156 total kills with an extraordinary kill ratio of 19:1, creating 307 Hellcat Pilot aces in the process.
The Hellcat is easily distinguished on the deck by its folding wings & the unmistakeable earth-shaking roar of the enormous 2000+ hp Pratt & Whitney R-2800-10W Double Wasp Radial engine. The engine is an air-cooled radial piston engine, with 18 cylinders, a 2-speed supercharger and water injection for additional power demands. This monstrous engine drives a 3-bladed Hamilton Standard Propeller with an enormous 4m diameter, capable of powering the aircraft up to speeds of 391mph (629km/h).
Capable of reaching 20,000ft in under 8 minutes, with a combat range of almost 1000 miles and a service ceiling topping 37,300ft, the Hellcat can get off the deck and into the fight quickly. Prepare yourself to experience the thrill of a catapult launch off the deck. Once you’re in the sky, the real challenge remains: the terror of landing back down on the deck safely. Put yourself to the ultimate test of bravery & skill and see if you can fly the Hellcat as successfully as the great pilots of WWII.
Featuring all-new ground handling physics developed in-house, custom thermodynamics modelling, cockpit shake effects, realistic water injection & automated flaps (a ground-breaking feature of the time), supercharger modelling and much, much more. The F6F Hellcat has been truly brought to life in MSFS!
KEY FEATURES
Gorgeous 3D Artwork, lovingly crafted over 6+ months to capture every fine detail of the real airframe
Professional Wwise 3D Sound Design, using professionally captured audio recordings from a real F6F Hellcat & R-2800 Double Wasp Engine
Ultra-realistic Flight Model, extensively tested & validated by real-world pilots with Warbird flying experience.
Deep & realistic modelling of all aircraft engine & cockpit systems – pilots must fly as per real-world techniques & procedures to get the most out of the sim
Extensive integration of custom modelling that overrides default MSFS behaviour – Thermodynamics (heat & cooling modelling), ground handling, engine damage, water injection and much more
Full integration of the FlyingIron UI Tablet, featuring saveable user customisation options, settings, basic maintenance and live aircraft reports
Detailed engine damage modelling (optional)
Collimated Gunsight can be swapped for integrated GNS530 GPS
Comprehensive user manual, complete with a large amount of reference tables, charts & procedures
SPECIFICATIONS
General characteristics
Length: 33 ft 7 in (10. 24 m) Wingspan: 42 ft 10 in (13. 06 m) Height: 13 ft 1 in (3. 99 m)
Empty weight: 9,238 lb (4,190 kg) Gross weight: 12,598 lb (5,714 kg) Max takeoff weight: 15,415 lb (6,992 kg)
Fuel capacity: 403 US gal (1,526 Litres)
Powerplant: 1 × Pratt & Whitney R-2800-10W Double Wasp 18-cylinder air-cooled radial piston engine, 2000/2250(WEP) hp (1,600 kW) with a two-speed two-stage supercharger and water injection
Propeller: 3-bladed Hamilton Standard, 13 ft 1 in (3. 99 m) diameter constant-speed propeller
Performance
Maximum speed: 391 mph (629 km/h, 340 kn)
Stall speed: 84 mph (135 km/h, 73 kn)
Combat range: 945 mi (1,521 km, 821 nmi)
Ferry range: 1,530 mi (2,460 km, 1,330 nmi)
Service ceiling: 37,300 ft (11,400 m)
Rate of climb: 2,600 ft/min (13 m/s)
Time to altitude: 20,000 ft (6,096 m) in 7 minutes 42 seconds
Wing loading: 37. 7 lb/sq ft (184 kg/m2)
Power/mass: 0. 16 hp/lb (0. 26 kW/kg)
Take-off run: 799 ft (244 m)
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Fw 190 A-8
The Butcher Bird. The Würger.
A true icon of aerial warfare; respected by allies and feared by enemies. The Fw 190 A-8 represents the pinnacle of German radial engine fighter design and stands as one of the most formidable aircraft of World War II. Dreaded by many, the Fw 190 proved the be the ultimate nemesis to Spitfire Mk V; dominating the skies over Germany as a fighter while also proving itself invaluable as an interceptor, earning a fearsome reputation amongst Allied bomber crews.
... The Butcher Bird. The Würger.
A true icon of aerial warfare; respected by allies and feared by enemies. The Fw 190 A-8 represents the pinnacle of German radial engine fighter design and stands as one of the most formidable aircraft of World War II. Dreaded by many, the Fw 190 proved the be the ultimate nemesis to Spitfire Mk V; dominating the skies over Germany as a fighter while also proving itself invaluable as an interceptor, earning a fearsome reputation amongst Allied bomber crews.
Known for its exceptional performance, heavy armament, and robust construction, the Fw 190 was a force to be reckoned with in any engagement. Step into the cockpit of this legendary warbird; meticulously recreated with our most detailed and authentic simulation to date. Countless hours have been invested by our team over a 2-year period, developing new simulation techniques to truly capture the unique characteristics of this remarkable aircraft.
Features: • Stunningly detailed, AAA quality 3D artwork with 14 historically accurate liveries included. • Experience one of the most detailed soundscapes available for MSFS – feel the distinctive roar of the BMW 801 D-2 radial engine from all angles with TWELVE unique engine captures – 6 external, 4 cockpit and 2 propeller layers. Experience true immersion with all new sound dynamics, including engine torque response, dynamic propeller sound simulations, realistic airflow sound modelling (which includes blade wind, propwash, airflow over control surfaces and more) as well as realistic airframe and foley sound layers. • Hear the Würger scream past with our cutting-edge FlyingIron Atmospheric Sound Propagation Model, developed with full dynamic modulation for true flyby & distant sound authenticity. Our propagation model recreates this sound by modelling ground reflections, delayed soundwaves, atmospheric propagation effects on sound frequency, doppler shifting and much more. No flyby recordings are used at all; distance & flyby sounds have been authentically modelled based on real sound physics to ensure the Würger sounds incredible from all angles, all the time. • Unparalleled flight model authenticity – developed through extensive collaboration with Fw 190 pilots, BMW 801 experts, and technicians to create a truly realistic model of the airframe and engine dynamics. The flight and engine models have undergone rigorous testing by a team of experts to validate performance and behaviour. Our custom-coded additions extend realism beyond the base simulator's capabilities. • Faithful recreation of the Fw 190's complex systems – powered by our custom codebase to ensure each aspect of system simulation is accurately reproduced and future-proof against Sim updates. This includes detailed modelling of fuel, hydraulic, and electrical systems, as well as emergency procedures. • Advanced electrical modelling captures every detail of the electrical system, from wiring paths and circuity, down to electrical draw of individual light bulbs. Electrical failures and circuit breakers are fully functional and integrated. • Custom ground handling physics and landing gear models developed specifically for the Fw 190, capturing its unique characteristics. • Breathtaking UV cockpit lighting - each light is individually designed, casting real ambient light for an immersive night flying experience. • Achieve true immersion with dynamic cockpit vibrations, animated gauges, a functional Revi 16B gunsight, and much more!• Full integration of the FlyingIron Pilot's Tablet – featuring UX enhancements such as Autopilot, various aircraft options, realism settings, data monitoring, weight & balance calculations, and more. All tablet settings are saved and persistent for your convenience.
Climb into the cockpit of one of history's most iconic fighters and experience the thrill of flying the Fw 190 A-8 anywhere in the world!
Note: The Fw 190 A-8 will receive a free upgrade to MSFS2024. Downloads:
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P-38L Lightning
Unmistakeable. Terrifying. Master of the skies: The fork-tailed devil.
With over 10,000 built between 1941-1944 (and nearly 4000 of these as the P-38L), the P-38 Lightning is an iconic American Warbird, easily distinguished by its unique twin-boom and central nacelle design. The ‘’Fork-tailed devil” inspired terror across Europe & the Pacific as not only a fighter, but a highly effective fighter-bomber, night fighter and long-range escort.
The Lightning is capable of speeds up to 414... Unmistakeable. Terrifying. Master of the skies: The fork-tailed devil.
With over 10,000 built between 1941-1944 (and nearly 4000 of these as the P-38L), the P-38 Lightning is an iconic American Warbird, easily distinguished by its unique twin-boom and central nacelle design. The ‘’Fork-tailed devil” inspired terror across Europe & the Pacific as not only a fighter, but a highly effective fighter-bomber, night fighter and long-range escort.
The Lightning is capable of speeds up to 414 mph and an excellent rate of climb, powered by its powerful twin Allison V-1710 Engines. The Allison engines drive a 3-bladed Curtiss Electric Constant-speed propeller, counter-rotating to eliminate yaw tendencies, generating up to 1600 HP in each engine at a 2:1 gear reduction ratio. Dogfight performance is improved drastically with the addition of innovative technology for its time, such as the hydraulically powered Aileron Boosters, Manoeuvre flaps and Dive Flaps.
Our simulation aims to bring to life each facet of the incredible P-38; from the unique flight dynamics excellently captured by GotGravel (our newest FlyingIron Team Member), the muffled roar of the twin engines; from the finesse of managing the complex engine & cooling systems down to the minute details of the electrical system.
KEY FEATURES
High-quality, extensively detailed and accurate 3D Model & texturing brings to life every rivet, screw & oil streak of the P-38L
Immersive Wwise Sound design built from professional recordings of a real P-38 and Allison V-1710. Highly dynamic sound design captures each detail of flight in stereo; dynamic wind noise, drag & buffer sounds, high-g effects, airframe stress & so much more!
9 included liveries, including Richard Bong’s iconic livery. Professional quality nose art included in many liveries.
Detailed & Extensive simulations of the Lightnings core systems, including accurate, code-driven replications of the Lightnings Fuel, Engine, Cooling and Electrical Systems.
Incredibly realistic Flight Model created by our newest team member, the highly respected GotGravel!
Custom code-driven heat & thermodynamics modelling, extensive engine management simulation
Realistic Engine Start-up modelling (don’t forget your checklists!)
Optional Drop Tanks
Custom damage modelling & failures, including heat damage & operating limits
3D GNS 430 fully integrated into the cockpit (optional)
Modern Radio / Transponder Unit
Inclusion of FlyingIron’s UI Tablet (optional). The tablet incorporates many useful GUI features and puts them in an easily accessible and realistic in-cockpit Touchscreen Tablet.
Interactive checklists available to guide you through start-up and flight procedures
KEY SPECS
Built: 3810
Wing Span: 15. 84m
Length: 11. 53m
Height: 3. 91m
Wing Area: 30. 43m2
Empty Weight: 5806kg
Gross Weight: 7938kg
Top Speed: 414 mph
Service Ceiling: 44,000 ft / 13km
Max Range: 2600 miles / 4185 km
Climb: Up to 4750 ft/min (24. 1m/s)
Powerplant: 2 × Allison V-1710-111 V-12 liquid-cooled turbo-supercharged piston engine, 1,600 hp (1,200 kW) WEP at 60 inHg (2. 032 bar) and 3,000 rpm (counter-rotating)
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Spitfire Mk IXc
A timeless legend, an icon, a hero and arguably one of the most beautiful aircraft to have ever existed. Designed to be a short-range, high-performance interceptor, the Spitfire is most famous for it's pivotal role in World War II & The Battle of Britain where it was a key weapon against Axis forces. Instantly recognizable by it's iconic elliptical wing, the Spitfire needs little introduction from us.
Key Features
3D Cockpit Model built from Heritage Flight Simulations incredibly... A timeless legend, an icon, a hero and arguably one of the most beautiful aircraft to have ever existed. Designed to be a short-range, high-performance interceptor, the Spitfire is most famous for it's pivotal role in World War II & The Battle of Britain where it was a key weapon against Axis forces. Instantly recognizable by it's iconic elliptical wing, the Spitfire needs little introduction from us.
Key Features
3D Cockpit Model built from Heritage Flight Simulations incredibly detailed CAD Model The model is a perfect replica of the Spitfire Mk IX cockpit, down to the smallest detail, and is used for the production of HFS's amazing cockpit replica. This is of course backed up by our usual ultra-high Artwork standards across the entire aircraft - the in-game screenshots say more here than we ever could! Combined with the gorgeous scenery of MSFS, prepare to be blown away by just how good an old legend can look inside a modern simulator.
Professional Wwise Sound Design by an experienced Sound Engineer
This release marks our greatest achievement in sound design so far, by a long mile, thanks to the power of Wwise (the industry leader in game audio-engineering). All sounds have been professionally recorded from a real Spitfire Mk IX. We have splashed out here to obtain an exhaustive Spitfire sound pack, professionally recorded by an Audio studio for the purpose of simulation & game development. It has been worth it! The audio experience is incredibly immersive and enhances the experience significantly!
Extensively researched, detailed and realistic Flight Model
Asobo has developed an enormously complex, detailed and realistic set of Flight Modelling tools that we have fully implemented to build our Spitfire FM from the ground up. Our experience in developing our Spitfire Mk IX for X-plane 11, as well as our recent experience developing Flight Models inside 3 different simulation platforms, has allowed us to quickly build a highly accurate Flight Model that not only flies 'by the numbers', but just feels damn good.
Realistic Start-up Procedures, Failures and Flight Systems
Simulated to function as faithfully as possible to the real aircraft; you will need to start-up, operate and fly the aircraft just as a real Spitfire pilot would have all those years ago. Custom failures enforce this realism – exceeding operating limits or incorrectly operating the aircraft will result in appropriate failures.
Multiple Variants
Our Spitfire package includes both the Spitfire Mk IXc , as well as the unique clipped wing variant of the airframe, infamous for its unique look, significantly improved roll rate and slight speed increase.
Changelog
UPDATE 1. 1. 0
Version 1. 1. 0 of the MSFS Spitfire Mk IXc is now available! This update includes the highly anticipated flame VFX of the Merlin engine which fires in the correct sequence, the FlyingIron Tablet which includes a huge amount of helpful information and tools, and finally an FM overhaul which has lead to the most realistic simulation of our Spitfire yet!
Accurate Moments of Inertia according to factory data
Flight Model entirely re-tuned due to the above
Faster acceleration during take-off
Renewed Instrument Camera setup and tuned QuickViews L1/R1
Overall camera improvements
Added Tablet & all the goodies along with it
Fire in the pipes . . . 12 x awesomeness
A bunch of sound improvements: additions, remixing and rebalancing
Programmable Radio (use tablet to program and radio buttons A-D to use)
Added loading tips
Fixed Mag 2
Fixed cockpit light dimmers
Improved cockpit texturing
Added VR stick control
Fixed radio clickables
Fixed clock animation
Many more fixes and improvements
UPDATE 1. 0. 3
Update 1. 0. 3 focuses on updating the Spitfire for MSFS’s July Update, which includes Xbox integration and a new interaction system. We’ve also included some particle FX and a few other goodies for you.
Implementation of the new UI & Interaction system – including improved tooltips and controls (primer & door controls fixed)
Integration of Garmin 430 GPS in the cockpit – gunsight can now be toggled between gunsight & GPS via the Gunsight Reticule switch
Addition of basic Visual FX – engine smoke, contrails, tyre particles etc. More to come in future updates!
Integrated engine block vibrations
Numerous Flight Model & Ground Handling refinements & improvements (By GotGravel)
Refined & improved Oxygen system realism
Engine Damage now optional – can be toggled ON/OFF via Radio Preset Button D
Improved Prop Animation
Fixed lighting knob controls
Fixed temperature gauge dropouts & bugs
Numerous bugfixes & miscellaneous improvements to Art & systems
UPDATE 1. 0. 2
Art
Modern Radio & Transponder unit added
Windshield scratches decreased
Cockpit control hitboxes improved, made easier to use
Pilot head basic animation
Fuel Slipper Tank added
Fixed Compass & Directional Indicator
Prop blur adjusted at low RPMs
Cockpit Camera collisions added
Various small bugfixes
User Manual updates
Systems
Custom C++ Merlin Temperature model integrated (replaces default MSFS thermodynamics system)
Fuel system overhauled + External Tank integrated
Custom oxygen system integrated
Fuel Primer functionality integrated - now required for startup (note that requirements vary with weather conditions)
Engine failures revised, overheat failures improved. The engine must now be flown inside real-world operating limits or it will very likely fail
Camera/quick-views overhauled
Door & Canopy overhauled - increased realism, includes locking mechanism. Door must be closed to operate canopy slide.
Ctrl+E Auto-start fixed
Flight ModelThe flight model has been overhauled and improved, with many small corrections adding up to make for a significantly more realistic experience. As before, thanks to GotGravel for various contributions here.
Geometry corrections, wing surface areas corrected
CG locations & limits revised
Lift & Drag curves revised
Flaps pitching moment & drag corrections (nose-down tendency more realistically modelled)
Moments of Inertia revised
Roll rates & control authority adjusted
Weathervaning tendency improved
Takeoff run increased realism - more stable along roll axis, reduced P-factor torque
Braking force increased, tipping tendency reduced slightly
Engine modelling adjusted slightly, inverted flight restored
Sound
Brakes pneumatic sound added
Flap sound improved
Engine 3D Sound panning bug fixed, attenuation improved
Door, lock & canopy sounds updated
UPDATE 1. 0. 1
This update is our first update since release, and aims to address some remaining bugs & issues pointed out by our users, prioritizing improving the user experience, adding missing sounds & features and further improving the flight model.
Overall, the flight dynamics have been made more realistic and therefore the Spitfire is now slightly more difficult to fly (especially on takeoff). You will need to use your rudder trim more effectively, and manage your engine power more carefully.
Art
External LODs improved, icing LODs fixed
Clipped Wing icing issues fixed
Animated oxygen valve, external tank lever
Windshield Fluid Port textures added
Sound
Touchdown Sounds added
Additional cockpit sounds added (wobble pump, primer, various switches)
Systems & Flight Model
Parking Brake made clickable
Flight Model improvements (thanks to Raimond aka GotGravel for pitching in and making several contributions here)
Stall speeds increased slightly
Stall behavior adjusted
P-factor increased (you will notice a much stronger tendency to swing left on takeoff. Counter this with some right rudder trim)
Torque/Propwash dynamics adjusted
Roll inertia, stability adjusted
Control sensitivity at various airspeeds adjusted
General control & trim sensitivity adjusted
Prop Inertia reduced
Engine throttle response speed increased
ATC Power now tied to Radio Unit – to be able to contact ATC, select any preset channel on the radio (A-D) to power it on
Oxygen Flow now requires oxygen flow valve on the starboard side of the cockpit to be opened
Negative G’s starve engine of fuel (WIP, needs additional work)
Engine Temperature model adjusted slightly (still WIP)
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