Weâve been busy fixing and refining various systems to make them even more realistic. For example, engine gauges now behave more accurately during startup and shutdown, and some hydraulic logic issues have been resolved. But thatâs not all - there are several smaller but meaningful improvements, too. Weâve introduced new approach callouts, which you can easily toggle on and off using the clipboard. Youâll also hear a voice callout when a Crew Manager flow is completed. On top of that, weâve fine-tuned the 3D model to improve the readability of decals, ensuring everything looks crisp and clear.
Engine performance has also received some love. Weâve tweaked the figures to simulate individual engine life-cycles, which means the needle readings on your gauges will now show more natural variation - just like in the real world. And speaking of realism, weâve reworked the bleed air system to get a more realistic simulation.
Sound is a huge part of immersion, and weâve put in more work to bring it to a new level. Weâve rearranged the sound sources throughout the aircraft to create a more immersive and dynamic atmosphere. As part of this overhaul, we also addressed an electrical sound anomaly that sometimes played over all other audio - donât worry, that oneâs gone for good. Weâve also smoothed out other sound-related issues here and there, ensuring a clean and consistent audio experience whether youâre inside the cockpit or enjoying a fly-by from the outside.
Youâve probably heard by now that weâre deep into developing the Passenger Version of the Boeing 727-200, which is on track for release in Q2 of 2025. Right now, weâre busy preparing the 3D exterior and cabin model while carefully evaluating whatâs needed to deliver a truly immersive passenger experience.
One detail weâre particularly excited about is the flap stress animation. This feature recreates the distinctive flap vibrations seen during takeoff and landing when airflow hits the extended surfaces - something youâd typically notice more on passenger flights than cargo operations.
However, since the development of this animation wrapped up recently, we thought, âWhy hold it back?â So, weâve decided to include it in the cargo version of the 727 as well. After all, who doesnât enjoy a little extra attention to detail?
Weâve now integrated a more modern radio unit, which also supports EU 8.33kHz spacing. You can switch to the new system via the newly added Options Page on the clipboard.
More modern instruments are planned for the future - stay tuned for updates in the new year!
To integrate GSX animations seamlessly, weâve added a button next to the loading sections on the Preflight Page of the clipboard. Simply click this button before pressing "Play" to activate GSX services and enjoy the animations. While GSX animations provide a great visual experience, the actual loading of the aircraft still happens through our integrated procedure. This means you should not load the aircraft using the GSX menu!
Weâve also added triggers that automatically start the Pushback/Departure and Deboarding processes. You can find more details in our documentation.
Weâre currently in the final stages of preparing a FS24-compatible version of the 727. This version will largely match the current one, with only minor technical compromises. It wonât include any of the new simulatorâs native features, but all existing customers will receive this update for free. In the future, weâll begin work on a fully native FS24 version, designed to take full advantage of the new simâs capabilities. However, this version will come with an additional cost. For now, itâs still too early to start.
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