E-Jets Update 0.9.31 available

Have you been feeling a bit nostalgic with our 727 lately? Now it's time to dive into the modern world of E-Jets. Because the next update is already waiting for you. This time, we've got a few important things in store.

 

Cockpit Coloring

Many of you have pointed out that the current cockpit textures are missing a certain bluish tint. Together with real pilots from our beta group, we've fine-tuned the color scheme.

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GPWS

A long-standing missing feature was the GPWS, which we have finally implemented. First, we replaced the radio altitude callouts with a new logic. We have also simulated all priorities for aural warnings, from lowest to highest. All modes have functions with values from the Honeywell manual:

  • Mode 1 (sink rate, pull up): simulated
  • Mode 2 (don't sink): simulated
  • Mode 3 (terrain, terrain, pull up): partially simulated -> waiting for custom terrain logic
  • Mode 4 (too low terrain/gear/flaps): simulated
  • Mode 5 (glideslope): simulated
  • Mode 6 (bank angle, approaching minimums, minimums): simulated
  • Mode 7 (windshear): not simulated yet

Mode 4 can be turned off by pressing FLAPS INHIBIT buton on pedestal for flaps and GEAR INHIBIT for gear. Mode 5 can be turned off by pressing G/S INHIBIT on the main panel. Radio altitude callouts 1000, 2500 can be turned off in the EFB settings.

 

Autothrottle calibration and behavior

The A/T was acting a bit crazy in the last version, and the calibration for the different detent positions didn’t always work correctly. These issues have now been fixed. You shouldn't experience any interference with the hardware after startup anymore.

 

Brake temp simulation

A requested feature was better simulation of the brake temperature. We've now implemented this. The temperature is primarily dependent on the TAT (Total Air Temperature) and also differs between the inner and outer brakes.

 

Additionally, there are, of course, the usual bug fixes and improvements. You can see the full changelog below. Now we wish you lots of fun with the new version!

 

Bug Fixes

#2275 - Captain's side MCDU brightness control fixed

The brightness control of the MCDU on the Captain's side now fixed

#2287 - Cutoff thrust now working after reverser used

Previously cutoff thrust shortcut not working after reverser used. Now it's fixed.

#2273 - A/T calibration issue fixed

Autothrottle now follow the values in the A/T calibration

#2283 - Fixed previously unable to turn on A/T

A/T wouldn't engage previously if the A/T calibration is set and TOGA button is pushed. Now it is fixed.

#1780/2161 - E19x: Engine cone issue revisited

We revisited engine cone missing for some of the users.

Improvements

#2148 - A/T logic improved

A/T should automatically disengage when thrust levers beyond TOGA position. Now it is implemented.

#1941 - Ground Objects LODs improved

Ground objects easily disappear in previous versions. Now it is improved.

#2190 - MCDU/FGC/DCU font improved

We updated the Font for the MCDU/FGC/DCU to enhance cockpit immersion.

#2231 - Vent Flap decals improved

We updated the Vent Flap decals with more details.

#2299 - Cockpit recolored

Cockpit texture now updated with input from our group of real-world pilots.

#2230 - E17x: Extra FADEC cooling inlet on nacelle updated

E17x: The engine model now improved with extra FADEC cooling inlet on nacelle.

Features

#793 - Ground Proximity Warning Reworked

We added more complex GPWS to be simulated in the aircraft

#1895 - Operator options: GPWS callouts settings added

As the GPWS reworked, we added a section to do some settings on it

#2225 - Stick Shaker sounds added

We now added the stick shaker sounds related to GPWS.

#2295 - Shaker fail CAS messages added

Added the CAS messages when it's failed

#2298 - Positive rate callout added

Positive rate callout now added

#1976 - MFD ambient brake temp calculations added

MFD ambient brake temperature calculations now added