Project OpenSky Boeing 747-400 V4 package with advanced VC Boeing 747-400ER G-UKIB ’Jordan’ Includes 2D panel Enhanced VC from Alejandro Rojas Lucenda General Electric CF6-80 v.3 soundpack by Steven Persson. Following its introduction in 1969, the Boeing 747 became a major success with airlines and the flying public. As the world's first wide-body jetliner, the 747 had revolutionized air travel, and cemented its manufacturer's dominance in the passenger aircraft market. The first 747-400 (N661US) was delivered to launch customer Northwest Airlines on January 26, 1989, with service entry on February 9 with a flight from Minneapolis to Phoenix. This jet became known for an incident on Northwest Flight 85 caused by a rudder hardover.

Free Aircraft Checklists to Download - from Cessna 150 to Boeing 747. The web's largest collection of checklists. At this moment, various Fokker 100 aircraft are available for sale or lease at competitive terms and conditions. Contact the Remarketing Support Center for an. Aircraft Local Aircraft 1. $5,500,000 OR ANY REASONABLE OFFER! Very low time Beechcraft 1900D. This aircraft is in excellent condition. Major maintenance completed February 2015. Aircraft currently authorized for PBN airspace and RNP approach operations.;; 4329 Cycles Airframe; Collins EFIS-84 VHF Comm/Nav - Dual Gar.

This was the twentieth anniversary of the 747-100's first flight. On May 31, 1989, Singapore Airlines operated the first international service using a 747-400, on a flight from Singapore to London. The 747-400's leasing, resale and salvage value has dropped steeply because it is relatively expensive to operate.

As many 747-400s are now more than 20 years old, airlines are beginning to replace them. Airlines using the 747-400 have accelerated its retirement (as of 2015) and are replacing the model with more fuel efficient aircraft. The main appeal of the 747-400 like its predecessors was its range rather than its capacity, and in many cases it has been replaced by wide-body twin-engine aircraft of similar range such as the Boeing 777 and Boeing 787. Airspeed limit: Mach 0.92 (542 kn; 1,004 km/h) Typical Cruise Speed at 35,000 feet 0.855 Mach 567 mph (913 km/h) Range 7,285nmi / 13,490km Microsoft Flight Simulator FSX FSX Steam Edition and Lockheed Martin P3D FSX (Also known as FS10).Many of the aircraft models from FS2004 can be used in FSX but you may find some features wont work. FSX was the latest incarnation (the 10th) in the franchise but it is now fostered by Dovetail Games who sell it via Steam. P3D started off as FSX ESP, an FSX development which was bought by Lockheed Martin who fixed many bugs and continued it’s development with the original FSX creators, naming it Prepared. Since then there have been many updates and improvements.

There has been a step-change in development when the simulation moved from 32bit to 64bit programming. Generally any plane made for FSX (and earlier in some cases) will work in P3D upto version P3D v3.4. Prepared v4 is the start of 64 bit coding and many models will need updates to make them work - a process which is now underway at UKD and will be mentioned in the text. FSX Default Cessna 208B Caravan G-UKCG Uses FSX default sounds and panel.

The Caravan 1 has had a close association with US package freight specialist Federal Express (FedEx), on whose request Cessna especially developed two pure freight versions. The first of these was the 208A Cargomaster (40 delivered), the second was the stretched 208B Super Cargomaster (260 delivered). The first Super Cargomaster flew in 1986 and features a 1.22m (4ft) stretch and greater payload capacity, including an under fuselage cargo pannier. The 208B Grand Caravan first flew in 1990 and like the Super Cargomaster is a stretched version of the basic Caravan powered by a 505kW (675shp) PT6A-114. It can seat up to 14 passengers.

Underbelly cargo pods, floats and skis are offered as options on the Caravan I family, and the type is easily converted from freight to passenger configurations.. UK Direct Executive use these useful aircraft for training, lease for self-flying businessmen, and as air taxis. Max cruising speed 337km/h (182kt). Max initial rate of climb 975ft/min. Range with max fuel and reserves 1667km (900nm). Carenado C208B Grand Caravan G-UKAM This is a repaint for the payware Carenado C208B Grand Caravan.

You must have purchased this model for the repaint to work. The download is textures only. FS2004/P3Dv3 and v4 Compatible The Caravan 1 has had a close association with US package freight specialist Federal Express (FedEx), on whose request Cessna especially developed two pure freight versions.

The first of these was the 208A Cargomaster (40 delivered), the second was the stretched 208B Super Cargomaster (260 delivered). The first Super Cargomaster flew in 1986 and features a 1.22m (4ft) stretch and greater payload capacity, including an under fuselage cargo pannier. The 208B Grand Caravan first flew in 1990 and like the Super Cargomaster is a stretched version of the basic Caravan powered by a 505kW (675shp) PT6A-114. It can seat up to 14 passengers. Underbelly cargo pods, floats and skis are offered as options on the Caravan I family, and the type is easily converted from freight to passenger configurations.. Max cruising speed 337km/h (182kt). Max initial rate of climb 975ft/min.

Range with max fuel and reserves 1667km (900nm). UK Direct Air Taxi operates a small fleet of these planes. Visit the for more details. Alabeo - C172RG CUTLASS II G-UTAA This is a repaint for the payware Alabeo - C172RG CUTLASS II.

You must have purchased this model for the repaint to work. Features: HD Textures Full FSX, P3D v2, v3, v4, and Steam compatible. Superb material shines and reflections. Gauges reflections Windows scratches and Blades shines High quality 3D model and textures.

Realistic behavior The download is textures only. FSX, P3D3, P3D4 Compatible The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is an American four-seat, single-engine, high wing, fixed-wing aircraft made by the Cessna Aircraft Company. First flown in 1955, more 172s have been built than any other aircraft. Measured by its longevity and popularity, the Cessna 172 is the most successful aircraft in history. Cessna delivered the first production model in 1956 and as of 2015, the company and its partners had built more than 43,000. The aircraft remains in production today. Cessna introduced a retractable landing gear version of the 172 in 1980 and named it the Cutlass 172RG.

The Cutlass featured a variable-pitch, constant-speed propeller and a more powerful Lycoming O-360-F1A6 engine of 180 horsepower (130 kW). The 172RG sold for about US$19,000 more than the standard 172 of the same year and produced an optimal cruise speed of 140 knots (260 km/h), compared to 122 knots (226 km/h) for the contemporary 160 horsepower (120 kW) version. The 172RG did not find wide acceptance in the personal aircraft market because of higher initial and operating costs accompanied by mediocre cruising speed, but was adopted by many flight schools since it met the specific requirements for 'complex aircraft' experience necessary to obtain a Commercial Pilot certificate (the role for which it was intended), at relatively low cost.

Between 1980 and 1984 1177 RGs were built, with a small number following before production ceased in 1985. Cruise speed: 122 kn (140 mph; 226 km/h) Stall speed: 47 kn (54 mph; 87 km/h) (power off, flaps down)[83] Never exceed speed: 163 kn (188 mph; 302 km/h) (IAS)[10] Range: 696 nmi (801 mi; 1,289 km) with 45 minute reserve, 55% power, at 12,000 ft Service ceiling: 13,500 ft (4,100 m) Rate of climb: 721 ft/min (3.66 m/s) UK Direct Air Taxi operates a small fleet of these planes. Visit the for more details. Piper PA-28-181 Archer III. G-BGDL Custom made xml-gauges, LOD's, camera positions etc. VC with semi-transparent left yoke.

Doors that open. Different 2D panels for VFR and IFR, and for 16x9 and 4x3 monitors.

By Rien Cornelissen. The Piper PA-28 Cherokee is a family of light aircraft designed for flight training, air taxi, and personal use. All members of the PA-28 family are all-metal, unpressurised, single-engine, piston-powered airplanes with low-mounted wings and tricycle landing gear. They all have a single door on the co-pilot side, which is entered by stepping on the wing. The PA-28 series has had many variants and seen plenty of marketing name changes.

The Archer III, has previously been known as the Piper Challenger and Piper Cherokee Archer. The PA-28-181 Archer III, which features a new, streamlined cowling, was introduced in 1994. The 1999 models gained new paint, improved interior and a new avionics package. UK Direct Executive use these useful aircraft for training, lease for self-flying businessmen, and as air taxis. Four seat, Lycoming O-360-A4M engine of 180 hp (134 kW), gross weight 2,550 lb (1,157 kg). First certified on 30 August 1994. Max speed 246km/h (133kt), normal cruising speed 237km/h (128kt).

Initial rate of climb 692ft/min. Service ceiling 14,100ft. Range with reserves at 75% power 822km (444nm), at 55% power 966km (522nm).

Piper PA-28R-200 Archer II. G-BGDA Highly detailed 3D models, 3D Virtual Cockpit, All standard animations, Opening door, Dynamic shine, Fully animated control surfaces, FDE based on real world pilot input, Operation manual and panel description.

The Piper PA-28 Cherokee is a series of Light Four Seated Aircraft. In 1967 Piper first introduced PA-28R-180 Cherokee Arrow which featured a constant speed propeller and retractable landing gear. The engine was powered by 180 Horsepower Lycoming O-360 engines. In 1969 the engine was upgraded to 200 horsepower, and the designation of the aircraft was changed to PA-28R-200. Changes to the design included the same 12.7cm stretched fuselage that was introduced on the Cherokee Challenger and Cherokee Charger. With greater rear legroom and more baggage capacity, it is larger than its predecessors and has a larger horizontal tail and dorsal fin fillet. All series of Piper Cherokee family are all-metal, unpressurised, single engine Piston powered aircraft with low mounted wings and tricycle landing gear.

Piper designed the PA-28 to compete with the Cessna 172. UK Direct use these aircraft for training, lease for self-flying businessmen, and as air taxis.

Four seat, Lycoming IO-360-C1C6 engine of 200 hp (149 kW), gross weight 2,650 lb (1,202 kg). First certified on 2 December 1971. Max speed 145kt, normal cruising speed 137kt. Service ceiling 16,200ft.

Rate of Climb: 649 fpm. Range with reserves 880 nm/1630 km (with 45 min reserve) •. PA-44-180 Piper Seminole. G-UKXP Model of this twin aircraft, now revised for FSX-SP2. Custom made xml-gauges, LOD's, camerapositions etc.

VC with semi-transparent left yoke. Doors that open. Different 2D panels for VFR and IFR, and for 16x9 and 4x3 monitors. By Rien Cornelissen. Developed from the mid 1970s, the Seminole is a twin engined development of the PA-28R Arrow series, with the Arrow's single engine replaced by two counter rotating 135kW (180hp) Lycoming O-360s, plus a new T-tail and semi tapered wings. The first flight of the prototype was made during May 1976, and production machines, designated PA-44-180, were delivered from May 1978.

The Seminole is still in production today (2012) but has modest sales. UK Direct Executive use these useful aircraft for training, lease for self-flying businessmen, and as air taxis. Maximum speed: 202 kt Cruise speed: 155 kt Range: 1,000 miles (1,630 km) Service ceiling: 17,100 ft (5,213 m) Rate of climb: 1,200 ft/min (366 m/min) •. FSX Default Beechcraft Baron 58 G-BGDJ The download is a self-install program. Just point it to your root FSX folder. It will install seperately to the default Baron so will not disturb it. The default model, sounds and panel are used.

But that’s not all! The file also includes extra camera views and additional sounds. The Beechcraft Baron is a four to six seats, light, twin-engined piston aircraft. The Baron is a variant of the Travel Air, and was introduced in 1969 and run through 2004 (production continued as G58). Barons come in three basic types: the Baron 55 (short body), Baron 56 (short body) and Baron 58 (long body), with several sub-variants each.

The larger, more powerful Baron 58 was developed from the Baron 55, introducing club seating, double aft baggage doors, and new gross weight of 5,400lbs. Depending on the variant, the Baron 58 is fitted with either the Continental IO-520 or IO-550 300-hp engine. The Baron 58 can cruise at 200 knots (370 km/h) at 7000 ft (2100 m).

The lengthening of the fuselage increased rear baggage space, as well as providing more comfortable six-place seating over the Baron 55 and 56TC. G58 Baron Introduced in 2005, currently in production.

Essentially same aircraft as the 58 Baron, with Garmin G1000 glass cockpit avionics. Max speed 386km/h (208kt), cruising speed 367km/h (198kt). Initial rate of climb 1735ft/min Range with reserves 2920km (1575nm). UK Direct Air Taxi operates a small fleet of these planes. Visit the for more details. Britten Norman BN-2B Islander G-UKBP ‘Western Britten’ Complete package with installer.

Includes model, panel, VC, sounds. FS9 compatible but must be installed to a blank folder and manually moved into FS2004. The Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander is a 1960s British light utility aircraft, regional airliner and cargo aircraft designed and originally manufactured by Britten-Norman. Design of the Islander started in 1963 and the first prototype BN-2 first flew on 13 June 1965.

The Islander is a high-wing cantilever monoplane with a rectangular fuselage and two wing-mounted engines. The fuselage, which has a conventional tail unit and fixed tricycle landing gear, will usually accommodate one pilot and up to nine passengers.

The production Islander first flew on 24 April 1967 and was certified in August 1967. An improved version, the BN-2A Islander, first flew in 1969. It incorporated aerodynamic and flight equipment improvements as well as changes to the baggage arrangements. In 1978 a further improved version, the BN-2B Islander II was introduced. Improvements included increased carrying capacity and propeller modifications to reduce noise levels.

Options included a long-nosed version for increased baggage capacity, raked wingtip auxiliary fuel tanks and twin Allison 250-B17C turboprop engines. Crew: 1 or 2 Capacity: up to 9 passengers Maximum speed: 170 mph (273 km/h) Cruise speed: 160 mph (257 km/h) Range: 874 miles (1,400 km) Service ceiling: 13,200 ft (4,024 m) •. PAD Beechcraft B1900D G-UKRM ‘Alderney Queen’ Full Beech 1900 package with custom panel, Virtual Cockpit and sound.

By Jean-Pierre Brisard and Bob May - Premier Aircraft Design. The Beechcraft 1900C was developed directly from the Beechcraft Super King Air 200, the obvious change is the longer fuselage. Other improvements include more powerful engines and improved tail. The 1900 first flew on September 3, 1982.

The 1900 entered service in February 1984, with the first ExecLiner corporate version delivered in 1985. The improved 1900C developed into the 1900D.

The main changes on the 1900D was the substantially deeper fuselage with standup headroom. In addition it also introduced larger passenger and freight doors and windows, twin ventral strakes and auxiliary horizontal fixed tails. The B1900 is designed to carry passengers in all weather conditions from airports with relatively short runways. It was designed, and is primarily used, as a regional airliner. It is also used as a freight aircraft, corporate transport, and by the United States military and other governments.

A total of 695 Beechcraft 1900 aircraft were built, making this airliner the best-selling 19 passenger airliner in history. With market trends favouring larger 50- to 90-seat regional jets, Raytheon ended production of the Beechcraft 1900 in October 2002. Many airlines continue to fly the 1900.

Cruise 260 kts Ceiling 25,000 ft Range 1,498 miles with 10 pax, UK Direct typically flies the 1900 over shorter distances mainly on internal domestic flights with higher seat occupancy. PAD FSX Saab 340B G-UKRA All new model with full moving parts, door with airstair and animated pilots. Fully modelled interior. Accurate and pleasant flight dynamics. Full documentation including manuals and check/ref lists. Complete package for FSX/SP2 (DX9 graphics). By Jean-Pierre Brisard and Bob May - Premier Aircraft Design.

Www.premaircraft.com A 34 seat twin turbo-prop short/medium range commuter airliner. Originally designated as the SF340 (Saab-Fairchild), the aircraft first flew on 25 January 1983. When Fairchild exited the aircraft manufacturing business in 1985 after about 40 units, Saab continued aircraft production under the designation 340A and 159 units were built. The first improved development of the Saab 340 was the 340B. More powerful engines improved hot and high performance, while other changes included a greater span tailplane, a higher max takeoff weight and better range. All the 340Bs also had the active noise control system.

200 units were built with deliveries beginning in September 1989. The final third generation version, the 340B Plus, was delivered for service in 1994 and incorporated improvements that were being introduced at the same time in the Saab 2000. 100 units were built. The production run of Saab 340s typically seated between 30 and 36 passengers, with 34 seats being the most common configuration. The Saab 340A & 340B are in service worldwide with small airlines and with larger airlines in the commuter/feeder role.

There are also several military variants. Saab ceased 340 and 2000 production in 1998. Cruise 523km/h (282kt) Ceiling 25,000 ft (7620 m) Range with 35 pax and reserves at max cruising speed 1490km (805nm), at long range cruising speed 1735km (935nm) UK Direct employs the 340B mainly on internal domestic flights connecting regional airports with our hubs. Virtualcol FSX/P3D Saab 340B Development of 'Friendly frames' allows fluid flight with functional virtual cockpit and gauges, fully compatible with FSX Directx10 and Prepar3D. NOTE: FSX user must have installed SERVICE PACK1 and SERVICE PACK2 or ACCELERATOR.

Includes: Functional Virtual cockpit Orignal prop sound Ground service animation included A 34 seat twin turbo-prop short/medium range commuter airliner. Originally designated as the SF340 (Saab-Fairchild), the aircraft first flew on 25 January 1983. When Fairchild exited the aircraft manufacturing business in 1985 after about 40 units, Saab continued aircraft production under the designation 340A and 159 units were built.

The first improved development of the Saab 340 was the 340B. More powerful engines improved hot and high performance, while other changes included a greater span tailplane, a higher max takeoff weight and better range. All the 340Bs also had the active noise control system. 200 units were built with deliveries beginning in September 1989.

The final third generation version, the 340B Plus, was delivered for service in 1994 and incorporated improvements that were being introduced at the same time in the Saab 2000. 100 units were built. The production run of Saab 340s typically seated between 30 and 36 passengers, with 34 seats being the most common configuration. The Saab 340A & 340B are in service worldwide with small airlines and with larger airlines in the commuter/feeder role. There are also several military variants. Saab ceased 340 and 2000 production in 1998. Cruise 523km/h (282kt) Ceiling 25,000 ft (7620 m) Range with 35 pax and reserves at max cruising speed 1490km (805nm), at long range cruising speed 1735km (935nm) UK Direct employs the 340B mainly on internal domestic flights connecting regional airports with our hubs.

Just Flight DC-6B Legends of Flight painted as UKWorld Cargo G-UKFU Toronto Textures only, requires the DC-6B by Just Flight to work. FSX DX10 preview compatible.

VC only, no 2D panel. While the DC-3's and DC-4's civilian careers were interrupted by WW2, the opposite applies to the DC-6, which started off in response to a military airlift requirement, and went on to become Douglas' most successful four engined piston airliner. The DC-6B was the epitome of the radial piston engine passenger aircraft. Powerful, noisy and smoky on engine start-up, the DC-6B was flown all over the world and opened up air travel on every continent. Originally designed in 1944 as the XC-112 military transport aircraft, the DC-6B was reworked into a civilian aircraft in order to compete with Lockheed’s Constellation. The aircraft was a true success story, with some of the 700 aircraft that were built still in service today, predominantly in cargo roles. The first production DC-6 first flew in June 1946 and service entry, with United Air Lines, occurred on April 27 1947.

However early service was not smooth with the fleet grounded for four months from November that year after two internal fuselage fires in flight, one being fatal, caused by fuel venting entering the cabin heater ram air intake. The DC-6B was also used heavily by the United States Air Force and Navy, known as the C-118B or VC-118 in military service, even serving as Air Force One. Production ended in 1958 with 704 airframes delivered. Max cruising speed 315 mph (507 km/h), Range: 2,610 nm (4,830 km) Max payload, 4,100 nm (7,600 km) Max fuel. FSX/P3D Majestic Bombardier Dash 8-Q400 Painted by Charlie UKD301 Textures only.

Payware model available from here: The Bombardier Dash 8 or Q-Series, previously known as the de Havilland Canada Dash 8 or DHC-8, is a series of twin-engined, medium range, turboprop airliners. Introduced by de Havilland Canada (DHC) in 1984, they are now produced by Bombardier Aerospace.

Over 1,000 Dash 8’s of all models have been built, the 300 is a 50–56 passenger version that entered service in 1989. The Dash 8 competes against the likes of Saab’s 340, ATR 42 and Embraer Brasilia and was successful due in part to its early entry into the market when there was little competition and the fact the aircraft breaks even with about 1/3 of its seats filled. All models produced after 1996 include the Active Noise and Vibration Suppression (ANVS) system designed to reduce cabin noise and vibration levels to nearly those of jet airliners. These were marketed as the Q series (Q200, Q300, and Q400). In April 2008, Bombardier announced that production of the Classic versions (Series 100, 200, 300) would be ended, leaving the Series 400 as the only Dash 8 still in production. 671 Dash 8 Classics were produced, the last one delivered to Air Nelson in May 2008.

Cruise speed: 360 kts (414 mph, 667 km/h) Range: 1,114 NM (1,282 SM, 2,063 km) Service ceiling: 25,000 ft (7,620 m) UK Direct has a small Dash 8 fleet of 300’s and 400’s based at Southend EGMC and can often be found around the UK. PAD FSX Fokker 100 G-UKLB Full documentation including manuals and check/ref lists. Complete package for FSX/SP2 (DX9 graphics). FS2004 version below.

By Jean-Pierre Brisard and Bob May - Premier Aircraft Design. Www.premaircraft.com Fokker's largest aircraft, the Fokker 100 is a 100 seat jet airliner based on the F-28 Fellowship, but stretched and thoroughly modernised. Low operational costs and almost no competition in the 100-seat short-range class made it a best seller when it was introduced in the late 1980s, but sales later decayed due to increasing competition from the likes of Bombardier and Embraer. Production ended in 1997 with 283 airframes delivered.

In August 2009, 229 Fokker 100 aircraft remained in airline service with 47 airlines around the world. Max cruising speed 845km/h (456kt), long range cruising speed 737km/h (453kt). Range with 107 passengers and Tay 620s 2505km (1323nm) •. Digital Aviation FSX/FS2004 Fokker 100 G-UKBI ‘Groningen’ Textures only for payware Digital Aviation F100. Digital Aviation now trade through Flight 1’s website.

The Fokker F70/F100 is a family of regional passenger jets developed by the company Fokker in 1986. The Fokker 100 is based on the Fokker F-28 with a longer fuselage, modern Rolls-Royce Tay engines and updated avionic displays. The Fokker 100 is a 100 seat jet airliner and the largest member of the family. Low operational costs and almost no competition in the 100-seat short-range class made it a best seller when it was introduced in the late 1980s, but sales later decayed due to increasing competition from the likes of Bombardier and Embraer. Production ended in 1997 with 283 airframes delivered. In August 2009, 229 Fokker 100 aircraft remained in airline service with 47 airlines around the world.

Max cruising speed 845km/h (456kt), long range cruising speed 737km/h (453kt). Range with 107 passengers and Tay 620s 2505km (1323nm) •. FSX Default Bombardier CRJ-700 G-UAFK Uses FSX default sounds and panel. The Canadian Bombardier CRJ700 is a regional airliner based on the Bombardier CRJ200. Design work on the CRJ700 by Bombardier started in 1995 and the programme was officially launched in January 1997. The CRJ700 is a stretched 70-seat derivative of the CRJ200.

Seating ranges from 66 to 78. The CRJ700 features a new wing with leading edge slats and a stretched and slightly widened fuselage, with a lowered floor. The aircraft is equipped with two General Electric CF34-8C1 engines. Depending upon payload, the CRJ700 can travel up to 2,250 miles (3,620 km) with current engines, and a new variant with CF34-8C5 engines will be able to travel up to 2,895 miles (4,660 km).

The CRJ700 comes in three versions: Series 700, Series 701, and Series 702. The 700 is limited to 68 passengers, the 701 to 70 passengers, and the 702 to 78 passengers. The CRJ700 also has three fuel/weight options: standard, ER, and LR. The ER version has an increase in fuel capacity as well as maximum weight, which in turn increases the range. The LR increases those values further. Maximum speed is Mach 0.85 (556 mi/hr, 895 km/hr) at a maximum altitude of 41,000 feet (12,500 m) Basic cruise speed Mach 0.78 (829 km/h, 515 mph) Maximum range 1,434 nmi (2,656 km; 1,650 mi) ER: 1,732 nmi (3,208 km; 1,993 mi) LR: 2,002 nmi (3,708 km; 2,304 mi) •. Virtuacol Bombardier CRJ-900 G-UKOO Textures only for payware Virtuacol Bombardier CRJ-900 FSX, P3D3, P3D4 Compatible In 2007, Bombardier launched the CRJ900 NextGen to replace the initial version.

Its improvements and conic nozzle enhances fuel economy by 5.5%. The new model has improved economics and a new cabin common to the CRJ700 NextGen and CRJ1000 NextGen. The CRJ900 is a stretched 76–90 seat version of the CRJ700. The airplane is loosely based on the CRJ200 series with a few major improvements. The first CRJ900 (C-FRJX) was modified from the prototype CRJ700 by adding longer fuselage plugs fore and aft of the wings; it was later converted into the prototype CRJ1000 by installing longer fuselage plugs. The CRJ900 competes with the Embraer 175, and is more efficient per seat-mile, according to Bombardier. The wing is wider with added leading edge slats, the tail is redesigned with more span and anhedral.

The cabin floor has been lowered 2 inches which gains outward visibility from the windows in the cabin as the windows become closer to eye level height. Its maximum ground takeoff weight is 84,500 pounds. The aircraft features two GE CF34-8C5 engines, 59.4 kN (13,400 lbf) thrust with APR. The engines are controlled by FADEC digital engine control instead of control cables and a fuel control unit.

The environmental packs have a target temperature instead of a hot-cold knob. The cabin has a recirculation fan which aids in cooling and heating.

The APU is a Honeywell RE220 unit which supplies much more air to the AC packs and has higher limits for starting and altitude usage. In typical service the CRJ900 can cruise 8–10,000 ft higher with a slightly higher fuel burn and an average true airspeed of 450–500 knots, a significant improvement over its predecessor. Passengers: 76 to 90 Maximum speed: 0.82 Mach (470 kn, 871 km/h) Normal cruise speed: 0.78 Mach (447 kn, 829 km/h) Maximum range: 1,550 NM, (1,784 SM, 2,871 km) Service ceiling: 41,000 ft. / 12,497 m •. Project Opensky ERJ-145LR and -145XR G-UKDL Glasgow Gold Complete package including panel, sounds and virtual cockpit. Compatible with FSX/FS2004/P3Dv1.

The Embraer ERJ 145 family is a series of regional jets produced by Embraer, a Brazilian aerospace company. Family members include the ERJ 135 (37 passengers), ERJ 140 (44 passengers), and ERJ 145 (50 passengers), as well as the Legacy business jet and the R-99 family of military aircraft. The ERJ 145 is the largest of the group.

Each jet in the series is powered by two Rolls-Royce turbofan engines. The family's primary competition comes from the Bombardier CRJ regional jets. The ERJ 145 was launched at the Paris Airshow in 1989 as a stretched and turbofan-powered modification of the EMB 120 Brasilia. The first flight of the ERJ-145 was on 11th August 1995, with the first delivery in December 1996. UK Direct employs these jets primarily on short-haul international and UK domestic turns for which they are ideal.

Around 900 regional jets from the ERJ 145 family delivered by Embraer are currently flying on five continents and are operated by more than 30 airlines. Service ceiling LR/XR: 37,000 feet: Max Speed LR: 828 km/h (447 kts, Mach 0.78) XR: 851 km/h (470 kts, Mach 0.8) Range LR: 2,873 km (1,550 nmi) XR: 3,706 km (2,000 nmi) •. Wilco/Feelthere E-Jets V.1 Embraer E-190 G-UKDG City of Glasgow Textures only for the payware Wilco E-Jets.. Embraer’s E-190 is the third largest in a family of four E-Jets designed for the 70-120 seat market.

They are not shrunk from larger or stretched from smaller designs. They all share the same fuselage cross-section with 89% commonality across the range. The prototype first flew on 12th March 2004. UK Direct employs these jets primarily on short-haul international and UK domestic turns for which they are ideal. Phirta Rahoon Dar Badar Download Mp3 Song.

Service ceiling 41,000 feet: Max Speed 890 km/h (481 kts, Mach 0.82) Range of 2,400 nm •. The BAe 146 is a short haul jet of which 221 were built between 1983 and 1992 in passenger, pure freighter and quick change versions. Three sizes of aircraft are available all powered by Honeywell ALF502-R5 engines and spanning seating capacities from 70 to 112 seats. From 1987, aircraft feature EFIS displays.

With 97% commonality of equipment and systems, the BAe 146 offers a true family of interchangeable aircraft for efficient fleet planning. In addition to competitive economics and outstanding performance, the BAe 146 is amongst the quietest and cleanest aircraft in its class. Service ceiling 31,000 feet: Max Speed 300 knots, (Mach 0.72) Range of 2,181 km (1,177 nm) British Aerospace BAe 146-300 25.1 Mb G-UKDP ‘In-out-in-out-verness’ Model by Historic Jetliners Group/John Murchison Includes AEROMUSICA BAE146/RJ SOUND SET VERSION.1.0 Panel by Premier Aircraft Design •. British Aerospace BAe 146-300QT 2.47 Mb G-UKCW Model by Historic Jetliners Group/John Murchison. The QT is a separate model with side opening cargo door. Panel and sound is aliased to the other BAe146-300 on this site.

If that is not installed you will need to manually add a panel and sound. The BAe 146 is a short haul jet of which 221 were built between 1983 and 1992 in passenger, pure freighter and quick change versions. Three sizes of aircraft are available all powered by Honeywell ALF502-R5 engines and spanning seating capacities from 70 to 112 seats. From 1987, aircraft feature EFIS displays. With 97% commonality of equipment and systems, the BAe 146 offers a true family of interchangeable aircraft for efficient fleet planning. In addition to competitive economics and outstanding performance, the BAe 146 is amongst the quietest and cleanest aircraft in its class.

The QT (Quiet Trader) is the cargo variant. Service ceiling 31,000 feet: Max Speed 300 knots, (Mach 0.72) Range of 2,181 km (1,177 nm) •. Quality Wings British Aerospace BAe RJ100 G-UKPR Textures only for the model by Quality Wings. Install automatically using the QW Despatcher utility (as a BAe 146-300) or manually by unzipping the file as an RJ100. The Avro RJ series are upgraded developments of the BAe-146 family, and like the 146 was built in three fuselage length variants, the RJ70, RJ85 and RJ100. In 1990 British Aerospace first offered the improved RJ70 and RJ80, both of which were based on the 146-100.

They would have seated 70 and 80 passengers respectively, but these two designs matured in the Avro RJ70 (officially Avro 146-RJ70) with improved FADEC equipped LF-507 engines and digital avionics. The 146-200 based Avro RJ85 was the first member of the new family to fly, on March 23 1992. The biggest member of the family, the 146-300 based RJ100, first flew on May 13 1992. The 146-100 based RJ70 was delivered from late 1993 but due to low customer interest, only 12 were sold. RJ improvements over the 146 include more reliable and efficient FADEC equipped AlliedSignal (now Honeywell) LF-507 engines, new 'Spaceliner' cabin interior and a digital flightdeck.

Weight and drag savings were introduced in 1996. The RJ100 was also offered as the RJ115 with extra emergency exits to seat 116 to 128 in a high density six abreast configuration. None were built however. The RJ was also offered as the Avro Business Jet, but also none of these were built.

The RJ series was originally manufactured and marketed by Avro International Aerospace, a separate British Aerospace company, so named as RJ production was undertaken at the former Avro factory near Manchester (most 146s were built at Hatfield). Subsequent plans for a partnership with Taiwan Aerospace, which would have seen the RJ series built in Taiwan fell through and Avro subsequently became part of AI(R) to handle marketing, sales and support of British Aerospace (Avro and Jetstream) and ATR commercial aircraft. However, AI(R) disbanded in mid 1998 and the Avro RJ range became again a British Aerospace (later BAE Systems) product.

The last RJ was delivered in 2002. Service ceiling 35,000 ft (11,000 m) Max operating speed Mach 0.73, cruising speed 763km/h (412kt), long range cruising speed 720km/h (389kt). Range with max fuel 2760km (1490nm), range with max payload 2130km (1150nm). Thomas Ruth A300F4-200 with GE Engines. G-UKFP Documentation for included virtual cockpit and panel. GE engine sounds. The Airbus A300 is a short- to medium-range wide-body jet airliner.

Launched in 1972 as the world's first twin-engined widebody the A300B4 (the 9th A300) first flew on 25 December 1974. Initial sales were poor but when the US FAA relaxed ETOPS rules Eastern Air Lines and Pan Am bought the model and were impressed with it's fuel efficiency compared to competing DC-10's and TriStars. Alarmed by the success of the A300, Boeing responded with the new Boeing 767. A technologically advanced plane it influenced later subsonic airliner designs.

The highlights include Advanced wings by de Havilland (later BAE Systems) with supercritical airfoil section for economical performance and advanced aerodynamically efficient flight controls. It was the first airliner to be fitted with wind shear protection, Advanced autopilots and Electrically controlled braking systems. Later A300s incorporated other advances such as 2-man crew by automating the flight engineer's functions, an industry first, Glass cockpit, and wingtip fences (first introduced on the A310-300). The basic fuselage of the A300 was later stretched (A330 and A340), and shortened (A310). The final production A300 made its initial flight on 18 April 2007, Airbus has announced a support package to keep A300s flying commercially until at least 2025.

The A300 family eventually sold 878 with around 300 still in service. A300F’s account for most of the world freighter fleet after the Boeing 747 freighter. A300F4-200: Freighter version of the A300B4-200.

First delivery occurred in 1986, but only very few were built as the A300F4-200 was soon replaced by the more capable A300-600F (official designation: A300F4-600).Cargo capacity main deck 15 pallets, lower deck 23 LD3 containers Cruising speed Mach 0.78 (833 km/h; 518 mph; 450 kn) at 35,000 ft Maximum speed Mach 0.86 Range fully loaded 6,670 km (3,600 nmi) •. Project Airbus A319-133 with International Aero Engines IAE V2500-A5s. G-UKAA ‘Maid of the River’ 32bit uncompressed textures for eye candy. Uses FSX default A321 sounds, virtual cockpit and panel. For FS2004 use version below. The A319 is a minimum change, shortened derivative of the highly successful A320.

After healthy sales of the A320/A321, Airbus turned its focus back to what was then known as the A320M-7, meaning A320 minus seven rows of seats. It provides direct competition for the Boeing 737–500/600. The A320 family share a wider fuselage than the competing Boeing and has a thinner, longer wing for fuel efficiency. The A319 has the longest range of any type in its size range. Other changes included reducing overwing exits from four to two and a smaller aft cargo door. Minor software programming changes were made to accommodate the different handling characteristics but otherwise the A319 shares the same fly-by-wire flight controls and state-of-the-art cockpit as the other A320 Family members meaning the A319, A320 and A321 can all be flown by pilots with the same type rating. The A319 flew for the first time on August 25 1995 from Hamburg in Germany.

As of February 2012 there are 1,324 A319’s in service around the world with sales outstripping the A321. The A319 has the same engine options as the A320 but are de-rated due to the A319’s lower weight. Seats 124 passengers in a typical two class configuration (eight premium class and 116 economy class). Range with 124 passengers in a two-class configuration extends to 6,650 km (3,590 nmi). Cruising speed Mach 0.78 (828 km/h/511 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Maximum speed Mach 0.82 (871 km/h/537 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Service ceiling 12,000 m (39,000 ft) •. Aerosoft Airbus A319-212 with CFM engines G-UKEB ‘Simon Pal’ All the features of the Aerosoft Airbus series, you must have the Aerosoft aircraft for this texture pack to work.

Textures only. Install into FSX/P3D with the Aerosoft livery manager. P3Dv2 compatible The A319 is a minimum change, shortened derivative of the highly successful A320. After healthy sales of the A320/A321, Airbus turned its focus back to what was then known as the A320M-7, meaning A320 minus seven rows of seats. It provides direct competition for the Boeing 737–500/600. The A320 family share a wider fuselage than the competing Boeing and has a thinner, longer wing for fuel efficiency.

The A319 has the longest range of any type in its size range. Other changes included reducing overwing exits from four to two and a smaller aft cargo door. Minor software programming changes were made to accommodate the different handling characteristics but otherwise the A319 shares the same fly-by-wire flight controls and state-of-the-art cockpit as the other A320 Family members meaning the A319, A320 and A321 can all be flown by pilots with the same type rating. The A319 flew for the first time on August 25 1995 from Hamburg in Germany. As of February 2012 there are 1,324 A319’s in service around the world with sales outstripping the A321. The A319 has the same engine options as the A320 but are de-rated due to the A319’s lower weight. Seats 124 passengers in a typical two class configuration (eight premium class and 116 economy class).

Range with 124 passengers in a two-class configuration extends to 6,650 km (3,590 nmi). Cruising speed Mach 0.78 (828 km/h/511 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Maximum speed Mach 0.82 (871 km/h/537 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Service ceiling 12,000 m (39,000 ft) •. Project Airbus A320-214 G-UKEC George Uses FSX default A321 panel and sound. Project Airbus A320-214 G-UKEC George Graham UKD140 merged the above file with a VC cockpit and sound. The A320 family is in direct competition with Boeing’s 737 series. It is the most successful of Airbus' aircraft with over 7,610 delivered and 5,501 on order (as of June 2017). The first member of the A320 family—the A320—was launched in March 1984, and first flew on 22 February 1987.

The A320 family share a wider fuselage than the competing Boeing and has a thinner, longer wing for fuel efficiency. The current wingtip ‘fences’ are soon to be replaced with ‘sharklets’ (aka ‘winglets’) to reduce fuel consumption. The A320 was the first civil airliner to include a full digital fly-by-wire flight control system.

At the time of the aircraft's introduction, the behaviour of the fly-by-wire system equipped with full flight envelope protection was a new experience for many pilots. Its design also included a full glass cockpit rather than the hybrid versions found in previous airliners. The A320's flight deck is equipped with Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) with side-stick controllers.

The A320 features an Electronic Centralised Aircraft Monitor (ECAM) which gives the flight crew information about all the systems of the aircraft. Typical Cruise Speed at 37,000 feet: 454 kt (840 km/h) Range with typical load of 150 passengers 4,843 Km (2,615 nm) •. Aerosoft Airbus X Extended A320/A321 Aerosoft’s Airbus X Extended aircraft required to use these repaints.

The simplest way to install is to use the Aerosoft Livery Manager. An A319 is also available on a separate page.

The above planes use a mix of engine options - CFM or IAE. The Airbus A320 family consists of short- to medium-range, narrow-body, commercial passenger twin-engine jet airliners manufactured by Airbus. The family includes the A318, A319, A320 and A321, as well as the ACJ business jet. The A320s are also named A320ceo (current engine option) since December 2010, when Airbus announced a new generation of the A320 family, the A320neo (new engine option). The A320neo offers new, more efficient engines, combined with airframe improvements and the addition of winglets, named Sharklets by Airbus.

The A320 family is in direct competition with Boeing’s 737 series. It is the most successful of Airbus' aircraft with over 7,610 delivered and 5,501 on order (as of June 2017). The first member of the A320 family—the A320—was launched in March 1984, and first flew on 22 February 1987. The A320 was the first civil airliner to include a full digital fly-by-wire flight control system. At the time of the aircraft's introduction, the behaviour of the fly-by-wire system equipped with full flight envelope protection was a new experience for many pilots. Its design also included a full glass cockpit rather than the hybrid versions found in previous airliners. The A320's flight deck is equipped with Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) with side-stick controllers.

The A320 features an Electronic Centralised Aircraft Monitor (ECAM) which gives the flight crew information about all the systems of the aircraft. Typical Cruise Speed at 37,000 feet: 454 kt (840 km/h) Mach 0.78 Maximum speed Mach 0.90 (956 km/h; 594 mph) Range with typical load A320: 3,300 nmi, 6,100 km A321: 3,200 nmi, 5,950 km Max takeoff weight (MTOW) A320 78 t (172,000 lb) A321: 93.5 t (206,000 lb) •. Project Airbus A321-231 with International Aero Engines IAE V2533-A5s. G-UKEE ‘Thames Flyer’ 32bit uncompressed textures for eye candy. Uses FSX default A321 sounds, virtual cockpit and panel.

FS2004 version available. The largest of the A320 family the A321 was the first derivative of the successful A320, the major change being a stretched fuselage acheived by two fuselage plugs. Other differences include larger engines and tyres, strengthened undercarriage and some wing improvements. The cockpit remains the same and shares the same pilot type rating. The A321-100 was the first stretch of the A320 but as the fuel tanks were unchanged it had a shorter range so Airbus soon launched the -200 with additional fuel tanks. The A321-200 flew for the first time in December 1996 from Hamburg in Germany. There are 704 in service with orders for an additional 420 (correct as of March 2012).

Seats 220 high-density seating(1-class, maximum) 199 (1-class, typical) 185 (2-class, typical) Range 3,000 nmi (5,600 km; 3,500 mi) Cruising speed Mach 0.78 (828 km/h/511 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Maximum speed Mach 0.82 (871 km/h/537 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Service ceiling 12,000 m (39,000 ft) •. Thomas Ruth A330-200 with two Pratt & Whitney PW4000 engines.

G-UKFT Uses FSX default A321 sounds, enhanced virtual cockpit and panel. The A330-200F is a long range, shortened development of the standard A330, developed in part as a replacement for the A300-600R and a competitor to the 767-300ER. Airbus launched development of the A330-200 in November 1995, followed by the first customer order, for 13 from ILFC, placed in February 1996. First flight was on August 13 1997, with certification and first customer deliveries,to ILFC/Canada 3000, in April 1998. The A330-200 is based on the A330-300 and shares near identical systems, airframe, flightdeck and wings, the only major difference being the fuselage length. The A330-200F is an all-cargo derivative of the A330-200 capable of carrying 65 t (140,000 lb) over 7,400 km (4,000 nmi) or 70 tonnes (150,000 lb) up to 5,900 km (3,200 nmi).

Cargo capacity 16,800 ft³ (475 m³) Length 193 ft 0 in (58.82 m) Wingspan 197 ft 10 in (60.3 m) Empty weight 240,000 lb (109,000 kg) Maximum takeoff weight(MTOW) 510,000 lb (233,000 kg) Cruise speed Mach 0.82 (541 mph, 470 knots, 871 km/h at cruise altitude of 36,000 ft or 11 km) Range, loaded 3,210 nmi (5,950 km) with 70t load Service ceiling 41,100 ft (12,527 m) Engines (×2) Pratt & Whitney PW4000 Thrust (×2) 70,000 lbf (311 kN) •. Airbus A350-900XWB by FSPainter featuring a Virtual Cockpit by Thomas Ruth A330-200 and Rolls Royce Trent 800 Soundset by Emil Serafino UKDirect G-UKXT FSX and P3D. The Airbus A350 XWB is a family of long-range, twin-engine wide-body jet airliners developed by European aircraft manufacturer Airbus. The A350 is the first Airbus aircraft with both fuselage and wing structures made primarily of carbon-fibre-reinforced polymer. Its variants seat 280 to 366 passengers in typical three-class seating layouts. The A350 is positioned to succeed the A340, and compete with the Boeing 787 and 777. The prototype A350 first flew on 14 June 2013 from Toulouse, France.

On 15 January 2015, the A350 entered service with Qatar Airways, the type's launch customer. The 280 tons MTOW A350-900 is the first A350 model and typically seats 325 passengers over a 8,100 nmi (15,000 km) range. There were 81 A350 aircraft in service with 13 operators as of 30 April 2017. Seating capacity 325 (typical), 440 (maximum) Length 66.8 m (219 ft) Wingspan 64.75 m (212.4 ft) Operating empty weight 134.7–145.1 t (297,000–320,000 lb) Maximum takeoff weight(MTOW) 280 t (617,000 lb) Cruise speed Mach 0.85 (488 kn) typical, Mach 0.89 (513 kn) maximum Range, maximum (with passengers and baggage) 15,000 km (8,100 nmi) Service ceiling 43,100 ft (13,100 m) Engines (×2) RR Trent XWB Maximum thrust capability 374.5 kN (84,200 lbf) •. Project Airbus A380-800 v2 G-UKXL Flight Simulator X Service Pack 2 or the Acceleration expansion pack is required. Model is DX10 preview compatible. This model has Rolls Royce engines, a virtual cockpit with HUD, and a virtual cabin.

Includes two texture packages - HD and ”Lite” for improved FPS. FS2004 package available separately.

The Airbus A380 is a double-deck, wide-body, four-engine jet airliner manufactured by the European corporation Airbus, a subsidiary of EADS. It is the world's largest passenger airliner and due to its size, many airports have had to expand their facilities to properly accommodate it. Designed to challenge Boeing's monopoly in the large-aircraft market, the A380 made its maiden flight on 27 April 2005 and entered initial commercial service in October 2007 with Singapore Airlines.

The aircraft was known as the Airbus A3XX during much of its development, before receiving the A380 designation. The A380's upper deck extends along the entire length of the fuselage, with a width equivalent to a wide-body aircraft. This allows for an A380-800's cabin with 478 square metres (5,145.1 sq ft) of floor space; 49% more floor space than the next-largest airliner, the Boeing 747-400 with 321 square metres (3,455.2 sq ft), and provides seating for 525 people in a typical three-class configuration or up to 853 people in all-economy class configurations. The A380-800 has a design range of 15,400 kilometres (8,300 nmi; 9,600 mi), sufficient to fly from New York to Hong Kong, and a cruising speed of Mach 0.85 (about 900 km/h or 560 mph at cruising altitude). As of January 2012 there had been 253 firm orders for the A380, of which 69 have been delivered. The largest order, for 90 aircraft, was from Emirates. Boeing 727-200F Advanced G-UKCH ‘Maverick’ Model by Thomas Ruth FSX native Boeing 727-200 Advanced for FSX only.

Comes with 2D panel plus virtual cockpit Needs SP1 or SP2. All mdls are multiplayer compatible by default. Recommended files: by Christian Dib Sarah A short to medium range narrowbody airliner. Production of the 727 extended from the early 1960s to August 1984 -- a remarkable length of time, considering the original market forecast was for 250 airplanes. As it turned out, 1,831 were delivered. Twenty years later, when the last 727 was delivered, this versatile fleet was carrying 13 million passengers each month.

As of January 2001, nearly 1,300 of the reliable aircraft were still in service. In all its variations, 1,245 of the -200s were sold.

The last version, the 727-200F, had a 58,000-pound, 11-pallet cargo capability. Structural improvements, a more powerful engine and greater fuel capacity led to the Advanced 727-200 in May 1971. This advanced series had extended range, strengthened structure, better runway performance and the option of more powerful engines and quieter engine nacelles. To meet ‘Stage 3’ noise requirements hushkit’s are fitted to all engines with additional acoustic treatment of the centre engine.

The last 727 to be delivered was a 727-200F to Federal Express on Sept. Some 727s have been retro-fitted with winglets for improved performance. Economical Cruise Speed 865km/h (467kt). Range with max payload 3965km (2140nm) Service Ceiling 40,000 feet For checklists, etc: •.

Vistaliners Boeing 737-400 UK Sun G-UKSP Package includes Panel by Marco Spada and Vistaliners Sound file. FS2004 model with FSX Friendly features The Boeing 737 Classic is the name given to the -300/-400/-500 series of the Boeing 737. They are short- to medium- range, narrow-body jet airliners produced by Boeing Commercial Airplanes.

The Classic series was introduced as the 'new generation' of the 737. Produced from 1984 to 2000, 1,988 aircraft were delivered. Originally developed as a shorter, lower-cost twin-engine airliner derived from Boeing's 707 and 727, the 737 has developed into a family of nine passenger models with a capacity of 85 to 215 passengers. The 737-400 design was launched in 1985 to fill the gap between the 737-300 and the 757-200, and competed with the Airbus A320 and McDonnell Douglas MD-80. It stretched the 737-300 another 10 ft (3.45 m) to carry up to 168 passengers. It included a tail bumper to prevent tailscrapes during take-off (an early issue with the 757), and a strengthened wing spar.

The prototype rolled out on January 26, 1988, and flew for the first time on 19 February 1988. The aircraft entered service on September 15, 1988, with launch customer Piedmont Airlines (25 aircraft ordered). The 737-400F was not a model delivered by Boeing but a converted 737-400 to an all cargo aircraft. Alaska Airlines was the first to convert one of their 400s from regular service to an aircraft with the ability to handle 10 pallets.

The airline has also converted five more into fixed combi aircraft for half passenger and freight. Service ceiling 37,000 ft Cruising speed (Mach) 0.74 Maximum speed (Mach) 0.82 Range fully loaded 4,204 km (2,270 NM) •. G-UKYP TDS Boeing 737-700 Base Package v2.0 developed by Tenkuu Developers Studio (TDS). Model features all the usual great features you expect see on Posky/TDS models, plus ground service vehicles and a virtual cockpit.

Model design by Hiroshi Igami. Flight dynamics design by Nick Wilkinson, with assistance from David Biggar.

Master textures by Kyle Schurb. The Boeing 737 Next Generation (Boeing 737NG), is the name given to the -600/-700/-800/-900 series of the Boeing 737. They are short- to medium-range, narrow-body jet airliners. The first NG to roll out was a −700, on December 8, 1996.

This aircraft, the 2,843rd 737 built, first flew on February 9, 1997 with pilots Mike Hewett and Ken Higgins. The 737-700 was the first of the Next Generation series when launch customer Southwest Airlines ordered the variant in November 1993.

The variant was based on the 737-300 and entered service in 1998. It replaced the 737-300 in Boeing's lineup, and its direct competitor is the Airbus A319.

It typically seats 137 passengers in a two-class cabin or 149 in all-economy configuration. Typical cruising speed Mach 0.781 (450 kn; 834 km/h) Range 3,010 nmi (5,570 km) Max certificated altitude 41,000ft. Engines (× 2) CFM56-7B20/22/24/26/27 •. FSX Default Boeing 737-800 G-UKEI The Flying Dutchman Uses FSX default sounds and panel.

This is a repaint of the default FSX model. As an alternative you could use the Kittyhawk version listed under FS2004 downloads below, which includes a UK Sun livery too. The Boeing 737 Next Generation (Boeing 737NG), is the name given to the -600/-700/-800/-900 series of the Boeing 737. They are short- to medium-range, narrow-body jet airliners. Produced since 1996 by Boeing, the 737NG is sold in four sizes seating typically 110 to 210 passengers. The 737-800 seats 162 passengers in a two-class layout, or 189 in one class, and competes with the A320.

The NG improvements include more efficient CFM56-7B turbofans, the new wing with greater chord, span and wing area, larger tail surfaces and the 777 style EFIS flightdeck with six flat panel LCDs. A HUD is optional. BBJ style winglets are offered as an optional feature for the -800. Unlike the other Next Generation 737s, the -800 and -900 introduced new fuselage lengths. The prototype -800 rolled out on June 30, 1997 and first flew on July 31, 1997 Upgraded and re-engined models in development as the 737 MAX series will eventually supplant the 737NG. Typical cruising speed Mach 0.785. Max certificated altitude 41,000ft.

Maximum Range 3,115 nautical miles (5,765 km) [2-class with winglets] •. PMDG Boeing 737-800NGX G-UKEI The Flying Dutchman Uses PMDG livery manager to install.

P3Dv3 and v4 Compatible The Boeing 737 Next Generation (Boeing 737NG), is the name given to the -600/-700/-800/-900 series of the Boeing 737. They are short- to medium-range, narrow-body jet airliners. Produced since 1996 by Boeing, the 737NG is sold in four sizes seating typically 110 to 210 passengers. The 737-800 seats 162 passengers in a two-class layout, or 189 in one class, and competes with the A320. The NG improvements include more efficient CFM56-7B turbofans, the new wing with greater chord, span and wing area, larger tail surfaces and the 777 style EFIS flightdeck with six flat panel LCDs. A HUD is optional.

BBJ style winglets are offered as an optional feature for the -800. Unlike the other Next Generation 737s, the -800 and -900 introduced new fuselage lengths. The prototype -800 rolled out on June 30, 1997 and first flew on July 31, 1997 Upgraded and re-engined models in development as the 737 MAX series will eventually supplant the 737NG.

Typical cruising speed Mach 0.785. Max certificated altitude 41,000ft. Maximum Range 3,115 nautical miles (5,765 km) [2-class with winglets] •. UK Direct B737-900 G-UKEV ‘Jasper’ Project Opensky B737-900 Features VC, working wipers, autobrake switch, opening pilots window, cabin lights switch, realistic FMC, Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS). FSX only -model may be FS2004 compatible with another panel. The Boeing 737 Next Generation (Boeing 737NG), is the name given to the -600/-700/-800/-900 series of the Boeing 737.

They are short- to medium-range, narrow-body jet airliners. Produced since 1996 by Boeing, the 737NG is sold in four sizes seating typically 110 to 210 passengers.

The 737-900 seats 177 passengers in a two-class layout, or 189 in one class, and competes with the A321. The NG improvements include more efficient CFM56-7B turbofans, the new wing with greater chord, span and wing area, larger tail surfaces and the 777 style EFIS flightdeck with six flat panel LCDs. A HUD is optional. BBJ style winglets are offered as an optional feature for the -800.

Unlike the other Next Generation 737s, the -800 and -900 introduced new fuselage lengths. The -900 was launched in 1997 and is the longest 737 to date. The -900 has the same fuel capacity as the -800 but exchanged range for payload.

The -900ER, launched in 2005, rectified this allowing it to compete directly with the A321. It replaces the discontinued -900 and B757-200 in the Boeing range. The -900ER successor - 737 MAX 9 - was announced Aug.

2011 and is expected into service towards the end of 2017. Typical cruising speed Mach 0.785. Max certificated altitude 41,000ft. Maximum Range -900: 2,060 nm (3,815km) -900ER: 2,458 nm (5,083 km) •. Boeing 747-400F G-UKCD ‘Ruud Blaauwijkel’ Project Opensky Model V.4 Includes panel but uses default 737 sounds. For replacement 747 sound file I recommend 747altsnd.zip on Flightsim.com by Cooper J.

Honeyman The Boeing 747-400F is a marriage of the fuselage from the 747-200F and the wings of the larger 400 series. It can carry 30 pallets on the main deck and 32 LD1 containers in the lower hold and transport them 4,445 nautical miles (8,230 km), or from London to Beijing. Typical Cruise Speed at 35,000 feet0.845 Mach 560 mph (901 km/h) Our model is a repaint of the Project Opensky Model V.4 and although I haven't tried it, it should be compatible with FS2004. Named ‘Ruud Blaauwijkel’ in honour of one of our pilots and friend who racked up many hours flying this aircraft type. IFly Boeing 747-400ER G-UKIB ’Jordan’ TEXTURES ONLY, you must download the iFly 747 at avsim.com or Flightsim.com Includes panel and virtual cockpit. FSX default 737 sounds.

For replacement 747 sound file I recommend 747altsnd.zip on Flightsim.com by Cooper J. Honeyman The 747-400ER (Extended Range) entered service in November 2002. The 400ER is the same size as the current 747-400 but able to carry more or fly further.

The -400ER has a range of 7,670 nautical miles (14,205 km) allowing non-stop flights between New York and Hong Kong. Typical Cruise Speed at 35,000 feet 0.855 Mach 567 mph (913 km/h) Our model is a repaint of the iFly Model V.1.1. And includes the option to fly with a virtual cockpit, virtual cockpit and cabin or regular 2D panel. There is an extremely thorough Operations Manual to accompany this plane which will help you get the most from it. With freeware models like this there is no need for payware! UK Direct B757-200 G-UKEZ ‘King Richard III’ Just Flight B757-200 for FSX FREE model. Dedicated FSX design.

Highly detailed 757-200 exterior model (non-winglet version) with Rolls-Royce RB211 engines • High-quality interactive 3D Virtual cockpit (VC) • Custom-coded FMC (Flight Management Computer) • Accurate animations • Comprehensive manual including flight tutorial The Boeing 757 is a twin-engine short-to-medium-range jetliner incorporating advanced technology for exceptional fuel efficiency, low noise levels, increased passenger comfort and top operating performance. The 757 offers other virtues as well, including great versatility by reducing airport congestion. Although designed for short and medium length routes, the 757-200 has since been used in a variety of roles ranging from high-frequency shuttle services to transatlantic routes. The 757 was produced in two fuselage lengths.

The original 757-200 entered service in 1983. 28, 2005, Boeing concluded the remarkable 23-year run of the 757 passenger airplane by delivering the final one to Shanghai Airlines. The airplane is the 1,050th Boeing 757. The 757 is one of seven commercial models that have sold more than 1,000 airplanes, and more than 1,030 of the 757s are still in service. Production for the 757-200 totaled 913 aircraft, making the type by far the most popular 757 model. Typical cruising speed Mach 0.80 (530 mph, 458 knots) at 35,000ft.

Max certificated altitude 42,000ft. Maximum Range 3,900 nmi (7,222 km) •. UK Direct B757-200SF G-UKCQ ‘Glasgow Merchant’ Project Opensky Boeing 757-200SF V.2 Features 2D panels and VC, opening large cargo door. FSX/P3D/FS2004 compatible.

The 757-200SF, a conversion of passenger 757-200s for cargo use, entered service with DHL Aviation in 2001. Modifications by Boeing Wichita in Kansas included the removal of passenger amenities, main deck structural reinforcement, and the installation of a 757-200PF forward fuselage section with a port-side cargo door.

The forward two entry doors are retained, resulting in a main deck cargo capacity of 14 pallets, which is one less than the 757-200PF. Environmental controls can be fitted for animal cargo, and rear exits and window pairs are retained on some aircraft. Besides Boeing, Israel Aerospace Industries and ST Aerospace Services have also handled 757-200SF conversions. In September 2006, FedEx Express announced a US$2.6 billion plan to acquire over 80 converted 757 freighters to replace its 727 fleet.

In July 2011, 70 converted 757-200SFs were in service. Typical cruising speed Mach 0.80 (530 mph, 458 knots) at 35,000ft. Max certificated altitude 42,000ft.

Maximum Range 3,150 nmi (5,834 km) •. Boeing 757-351 G-UKSD ‘Shani’ UKSun livery Posky Model Panel included. Recommend Just Flight free-ware 757 sound. Features virtual cockpit, opening doors & cargo doors, 3d Flight Attendants in the cabin.

Should work in FS2004. The Boeing 757 is a twin-engine short-to-medium-range jetliner incorporating advanced technology for exceptional fuel efficiency, low noise levels, increased passenger comfort and top operating performance. The 757 offers other virtues as well, including great versatility by reducing airport congestion. It can fly both long- and short-range routes and its broad use effectively lends itself to 'hub-and-spoke' planning. 28, 2005, Boeing concluded the remarkable 23-year run of the 757 passenger airplane by delivering the final one to Shanghai Airlines. The airplane is the 1,050th Boeing 757. The 757 is one of seven commercial models that have sold more than 1,000 airplanes, and more than 1,030 of the 757s are still in service.

Maximum Range 3,395 nautical miles (6,287 km) Cruise Speed Mach 0.80 More information: •. Boeing 767-332ER G-UKIC ‘County of West Yorkshire’ G-UKIN Orchid Titles SkySpirit2010 Model V.5 Separate sound package below for 300 and 400 models, you only need to download once. SkySpirit2010 767-300 v5. • Model features High resolution textures, • Dynamic flexing wings, • Body gear steering, • Nose gear steering, • Rudder lock, • Ground spoilers, • Low speed aileron locks at high speed, • Fully animated control surfaces, • Fully independent suspension, • Trim Animation, • Opening Passenger Doors, • Animated tilting bogies, Rolling wheels, • Animated thrust reverser's with reverser block doors, • Detailed textures, Full night lighting, • Crash affects, • Ground Service Vehicles And more. Model Designer Hiroshi Igami. Flight Dynamics Designer Warren C. Textures by Philip Foglar.

UKD repaints by Mark Greenough •. Boeing 767-432ER G-UKOR ‘Simon Dobby’ with Orchid Titles SkySpirit2010 Model V.5 Panel included. Default sound.

Separate sound package below for 300 and 400 models, you only need to download once. SkySpirit2010 767-400 v5. • Model features High resolution textures, • Dynamic flexing wings, • Body gear steering, • Nose gear steering, • Rudder lock, • Ground spoilers, • Low speed aileron locks at high speed, • Fully animated control surfaces, • Fully independent suspension, • Trim Animation, • Opening Passenger Doors, • Animated tilting bogies, Rolling wheels, • Animated thrust reverser's with reverser block doors, • Detailed textures, Full night lighting, • Crash affects, • Ground Service Vehicles And more.

Model Designer Hiroshi Igami. Flight Dynamics Designer Warren C. Textures by Philip Foglar. UKD repaints by Mark Greenough •. UK Direct B777-200ER G-UKIC “Silver Jubilee” Project Opensky Boeing 777-200ER V.2 Features 2D panels and VC, ground service vehicles. FSX/P3D/FS2004 compatible.

The Boeing 777 is a long-range wide-body twin-engine jet airliner and is the world's largest twinjet. The -200ER was the most widely produced variant of the twinjet to date until surpassed by the longer -300ER. The 777-200ER features additional fuel capacity and an increased maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) over the -200.

Aimed at international airlines operating transatlantic routes, the -200ER carries 301 passengers a maximum range of 7,700 nautical miles (14,300 km). Typical cruising speed Mach 0.84 (560 mph, 905 km/h, 490 knots) at a cruise altitude of 35,000 ft (11,000 m) Service ceiling 43,100 ft (13,140 m) Range, loaded 7,725 nmi (14,310 km, 8,892 mi) •. UK Direct B777-300ER G-UKIH Coronation UK Direct B777-300 G-UKII Golden Jubilee Project Opensky Boeing 777-300 and -300ER V.2 Features 2D panels and VC, ground service vehicles. Includes sound files and updated FDE files (2013) for FSX. The Boeing 777 is a long-range wide-body twin-engine jet airliner and is the world's largest twinjet. The 777-300 is 33.3 ft (10.1 m) longer than the -200 and entered service in 1998. The longer-range 777-300ER variant entered service in 2004.

The stretched 777-300 was designed as an A-market replacement for 747-100s and 747-200s. Compared to the older 747s, the stretched 777 has comparable passenger capacity and range, but burns one-third less fuel and has 40 percent lower maintenance costs. The -300ER, which combined the -300's added capacity with the -200ER's range, became the top-selling 777 variant in the late 2000s, gaining orders as airlines replaced comparable four-engine models with twinjets because of their lower operating costs. There are 464 777-300ER’s delivered with orders for over 700 more (Mar 14). 777-300 Typical cruising speed Mach 0.84 (560 mph, 905 km/h, 490 knots) at a cruise altitude of 35,000 ft (11,000 m) Service ceiling 43,100 ft (13,140 m) Range, loaded 6,005 nmi (11,120 km, 6,910 mi) 777-300ER Typical cruising speed Mach 0.84 (560 mph, 905 km/h, 490 knots) at a cruise altitude of 35,000 ft (11,000 m) Service ceiling 43,100 ft (13,140 m) Range, loaded 7,930 nmi (14,690 km, 9,128 mi) •. UK Direct B777F G-UKIG ”Merchant of Venice” Project Opensky Boeing 777F V.2 Features 2D panels and VC, opening large cargo door. FSX/P3D/FS2004 compatible.

The Boeing 777 is a long-range wide-body twin-engine jet airliner and is the world's largest twinjet. The 777F Freighter is an all-cargo version of the twinjet, and shares features with the -200LR; these include its airframe, engines, and fuel capacity.

With a maximum payload of 226,000 lb (103,000 kg), cargo capacity is similar to the 243,000 lb (110,000 kg) of the 747-200F. The freighter has a range of 4,900 nmi (9,070 km) at maximum payload. As the aircraft promises improved operating economics compared to existing freighters, airlines have targeted the 777F as a replacement for older freighters including the 747-200F, DC-10, and MD-11F. The first 777F was delivered to Air France on February 19, 2009. Typical cruising speed Mach 0.84 (560 mph, 905 km/h, 490 knots) at a cruise altitude of 35,000 ft (11,000 m) Max certificated altitude 43,100 ft (13,140 m) Maximum Range 4,900 nmi (9,070 km, 5,636 mi) •.

Caribbean Direct Airways Cargo DC-8-62CF 6Y-CDF HJG/Historic Jetliners Group DC-8 Super 62 for FSX and FS2004 Features 2D panels, sound set and opening large cargo door. FSX/P3Dv3/FS2004 compatible. Fun Fact: On August 21, 1961, a Douglas DC-8 broke the sound barrier at Mach 1.012 (660 mph/1,062 km/h) while in a controlled dive through 41,000 feet (12,497 m) and maintained that speed for 16 seconds. The flight was to collect data on a new leading-edge design for the wing, and while doing so, the DC-8 became the first civilian jet – and the first jet airliner – to make a supersonic flight and was accompanied by an F-104 Starfighter chase aircraft flown by Chuck Yeager. The Douglas DC-8 (also known as the McDonnell Douglas DC-8) is a four-engine long-range narrow-body jet airliner built from 1958 to 1972 by the Douglas Aircraft Company.

Launched after the competing Boeing 707, the DC-8 nevertheless kept Douglas in a strong position in the airliner market, and remained in production until 1972 when it began to be superseded by larger wide-body designs, including the Boeing 747, McDonnell Douglas DC-10 and Lockheed L-1011 TriStar. The DC-8's design allowed it a slightly larger cargo capacity than the 707 and some re-engined DC-8s are still in use as freighters. DC-8 Series 62: The long-range Series 62 appeared in April 1967. It had two 40-inch (1.0 m) plugs fore and aft of the wing taking overall length to 157 feet 5 inches (47.98 m), and a number of modifications to provide greater range. 3 feet (0.91 m) wingtip extensions reduced drag and added fuel capacity, and Douglas redesigned the engine pods, extending the pylons and substituting new shorter and neater nacelles, all in the cause of drag reduction. The 18,000 lb JT3D-3B was retained but the engine pylons were redesigned to eliminate their protrusion above the wing and make them sweep forward more sharply, so that the engines were some 40 inches (1.0 m) further forward. The engine pods were also modified with a reduction in diameter and the elimination of the -50 and -61 bypass duct.

The changes all improved the aircraft's aerodynamic efficiency. The DC-8 Series 62 is slightly heavier than the -53 or -61 at 335,000 pounds (151,953 kg), and able to seat up to 189 passengers, the -62 had a range with full payload of about 5,200 nautical miles (9,600 km; 6,000 mi), or about the same as the -53 but with 40 extra passengers.

Also available as the cargo door equipped convertible -62CF or all cargo -62AF. Production included 51 DC-8-62s, 10 -62CFs, and 6 -62AFs. As of July 2016, there were three DC-8s (all variants) in commercial service with CFS Air Cargo (2) and Trans Air Cargo Service (1).

In addition, several DC-8s are in use as private aircraft with one also in use by NASA. Max Passengers: 189 with 1,615 ft3 cargo In full freighter configuration: cargo 9,737(ft3) 91,440 lbs Typical cruising speed Mach 0.82 (895 km/h; 556 mph) Max certificated altitude 43,100 ft (13,140 m) Maximum Range 5,200 nmi (9,600 km; 6,000 mi) as pax or 3,200nm as freighter •. UK Direct World Cargo Boeing MD-11F G-UKAB 'Cleveland One' 32-bit TEXTURES ONLY Requires the FREE Overland SMS MD-11 available here: Model with and without virtual cockpit.

The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 is a three-engine medium- to long-range widebody jet airliner, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and, later, by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Based on the DC-10, it features a stretched fuselage, increased wingspan with winglets, refined airfoils on the wing and smaller tailplane, new engines and increased use of composite materials. It also features an all-digital glass cockpit that decreases the flight deck crew from the three required on the DC-10 to two by eliminating the necessity for a flight engineer. The cockpit design is called Advanced Common Flightdeck and is shared with the Boeing 717. The MD-11 was launched on December 30, 1986 with commitments for 52 firm orders and 40 options; its maiden flight was on January 10, 1990 MD-11F (53 built): the Freight transport aircraft was the second variant on offer at launch in 1986 and was the last and longest (1988–2000) manufactured version.

The all-cargo aircraft can transport 26 pallets. MD-11BCF Boeing Converted Freighter - Boeing and its group of international affiliates offer a conversion of used passenger airliners into freighters.

185 MD-11 aircraft (all variants) were in commercial service as of February 2012 Max cruise speed 0.88 Mach (587 mph, 945 km/h, 520 kn) Typical cruise speed 0.82 Mach (544 mph, 876 km/h, 473 kn) Service ceiling 43,000 ft (13,000 m) Max range 3,950 nmi (7,320 km) •. PMDG Boeing MD-11F UK Direct World Cargo G-UKPM 'Princess Majestic’ TEXTURES ONLY Requires the PMDG MD-11 The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 is a three-engine medium- to long-range widebody jet airliner, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and, later, by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Based on the DC-10, it features a stretched fuselage, increased wingspan with winglets, refined airfoils on the wing and smaller tailplane, new engines and increased use of composite materials. It also features an all-digital glass cockpit that decreases the flight deck crew from the three required on the DC-10 to two by eliminating the necessity for a flight engineer. The cockpit design is called Advanced Common Flightdeck and is shared with the Boeing 717. The MD-11 was launched on December 30, 1986 with commitments for 52 firm orders and 40 options; its maiden flight was on January 10, 1990 MD-11F (53 built): the Freight transport aircraft was the second variant on offer at launch in 1986 and was the last and longest (1988–2000) manufactured version.

The all-cargo aircraft can transport 26 pallets. MD-11BCF Boeing Converted Freighter - Boeing and its group of international affiliates offer a conversion of used passenger airliners into freighters. 185 MD-11 aircraft (all variants) were in commercial service as of February 2012 Max cruise speed 0.88 Mach (587 mph, 945 km/h, 520 kn) Typical cruise speed 0.82 Mach (544 mph, 876 km/h, 473 kn) Service ceiling 43,000 ft (13,000 m) Max range 3,950 nmi (7,320 km) •.

Lockheed L1011 TriStar by Just Flight PJ-CDY Caribbean Direct livery TEXTURES ONLY Requires the Lockheed TriStar by Just Flight The Lockheed L-1011 TriStar, commonly referred to as the L-1011 (pronounced 'L-ten-eleven') or TriStar, is a medium-to-long-range, wide-body trijet airliner by Lockheed Corporation. It was the third wide-body airliner to enter commercial operations, after the Boeing 747 and the McDonnell Douglas DC-10. The airliner has a seating capacity up to 400 passengers and a range over 4,000 nautical miles (7,410 km).

Its trijet configuration has three Rolls-Royce RB211 engines with one engine under each wing, and a third engine, center-mounted with an S-duct air inlet embedded in the tail and the upper fuselage. The aircraft has an autoland capability, an automated descent control system, and available lower deck galley and lounge facilities. The L-1011 TriStar was produced in two fuselage lengths. The original L-1011-1 first flew in November 1970, and entered service with Eastern Air Lines in 1972. The shortened, longer range L-1011-500 first flew in 1978, and entered service with British Airways a year later.

The original-length TriStar was also produced as the high gross weight L-1011-100, up-rated engine L-1011-200, and further upgraded L-1011-250. Post-production conversions for the L-1011-1 with increased takeoff weights included the L-1011-50 and L-1011-150. Development of the Lockheed L-1011 Tristar began in 1966 when American Airlines announced a need for a short to medium-range, large-capacity transport. In March of 1968, production began when Lockheed received orders for their design from TWA and Eastern Airlines. Although Production was slowed when Rolls- Royce, the developer of the L1011's engines, was forced to declare bankruptcy, Lockheed managed to deliver the Tristar for operation with Eastern and TWA in 1972.

L-1011-500 Seating capacity: 246 (mixed-class) Max cruise speed Mach 0.95 (Max continuous speed = Mach 0.90) Typical cruise speed 525 kn (972 km/h; 604 mph) at 30,000 ft Service ceiling 43,000 ft (13,100 m) Max range (max. Passengers + baggage): 5,345 nmi (9,899 km; 6,151 mi) •. BAe/Aerospatiale Concorde UK Direct G-UKIS 'Lest we forget’ Complete package of model, panel, VC, sounds, gauges and effects complete with auto-install program. Set up for Acceleration expansion or FSX SP.2 users. FSX Deluxe and SP1 users will need to swap some files for optimum performance (included, see readme file). UKDirect Textures should be compatible with FS2004 freeware Concorde by Libardo Guzman but not tested.

A lengthy development program following the Concorde's first flight on March 2 1969 meant that it did not enter into airline service until January 1976. A total of 20 aircraft were built in France and the United Kingdom. The 128 seat Concorde was the first airliner to have a fly-by-wire flight-control system, double-delta wings and a droop nose system. Because of the way Concorde's delta-wing generated lift, the undercarriage had to be unusually strong. At rotation, Concorde would rise to a high angle of attack, about 18 degrees. Due to the high angle needed at rotation, a small set of wheels were added aft to prevent tailstrikes.

The rear main undercarriage units need to retract telescopically before swinging in order to clear each other when stowed. On May 30 2003 the last commercial Air France flight landed back at Paris Charles de Gaulle from New York. The very last flight for Air France was made on June 27 2003 when F-BVFC flew from Paris to its place of construction in Toulouse for preservation. British Airways retired its Concorde fleet on 24 October 2003. The final flight of a Concorde world-wide took place on 26 November 2003 with a landing at Filton, Bristol, UK.

Four 170.2kN (38,050lb) RollsRoyce SNECMA Olympus 593 Mk 610 afterburning turbojets. Max cruising speed at 51,300ft Mach 2.04, or 2179km/h (1176kt), typical supersonic cruise speed Mach 2.02.

Service ceiling 60,000 ft (18,300 m) Range with max payload and reserves at Mach 2.02 cruise and climb speed 6230km (3360nm) Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 Also known as FS9, FS2004 and A Century of Flight (ACOF). FS2004 remains very popular with many users because they have invested a lot of money into addon software and because todays PCs can cope with it extremely well. Due to its large fan base many developers still produce software for this sim despite being released in 2003 when many PCs still ran on Windows 98! Many of these aircraft can be used in FSX but you may find some features dont work. Models designed for FSX usually wont work with FS2004 but a lot of models from FS2002 will. FS2004 Default Beechcraft Baron 58 G-UKDT Uses default sounds and panel. Will work with FS2002 &FS2004 The Beechcraft Baron is a light, twin-engined piston aircraft originally developed by Beech Aircraft Corporation and currently manufactured by the Hawker Beechcraft Corporation.

The Baron is a variant of the Beechcraft Bonanza, more specifically the Travel Air, and was introduced in 1961. Barons come in three basic types: the Baron 55 (short body), Baron 56 (short body) and Baron 58 (long body), with several sub-variants each. The larger, more powerful Baron 58 was developed from the Baron 55, introducing club seating, double aft baggage doors, and new gross weight of 5,400lbs. Depending on the variant, the Baron 58 is fitted with either the Continental IO-520 or IO-550 300-hp engine. The Baron 58 can cruise at 200 knots (370 km/h) at 7000 ft (2100 m). The lengthening of the fuselage increased rear baggage space, as well as accommodating for more comfortable six-place seating over the Baron 55 and 56TC. Max speed 386km/h (208kt), cruising speed 367km/h (198kt).

Initial rate of climb 1735ft/min Range with reserves 2920km (1575nm). UK Direct Air Taxi operates a small fleet of these planes. Visit the for more details. Source:www.wikipedia.org •. Carenado Beechcraft Baron 58 G-BGDE This is a repaint for the payware Carenado Baron 58.

You must have the model for the repaint to work. This is one of the default aircraft in P3D and compatible. The download is textures only and includes a self-install program. Just point it to the folder containing the Carenado Baron 58, you still need to manually edit the aircraft.cfg file. FSX Compatible The Beechcraft Baron is a four to six seats, light, twin-engined piston aircraft. The Baron is a variant of the Travel Air, and was introduced in 1969 and run through 2004 (production continued as G58).

Barons come in three basic types: the Baron 55 (short body), Baron 56 (short body) and Baron 58 (long body), with several sub-variants each. The larger, more powerful Baron 58 was developed from the Baron 55, introducing club seating, double aft baggage doors, and new gross weight of 5,400lbs. Depending on the variant, the Baron 58 is fitted with either the Continental IO-520 or IO-550 300-hp engine. The Baron 58 can cruise at 200 knots (370 km/h) at 7000 ft (2100 m).

The lengthening of the fuselage increased rear baggage space, as well as providing more comfortable six-place seating over the Baron 55 and 56TC. G58 Baron Introduced in 2005, currently in production. Essentially same aircraft as the 58 Baron, with Garmin G1000 glass cockpit avionics. Max speed 386km/h (208kt), cruising speed 367km/h (198kt). Initial rate of climb 1735ft/min Range with reserves 2920km (1575nm). UK Direct Air Taxi operates a small fleet of these planes.

Visit the for more details. Carenado C208B Grand Caravan G-UKAM This is a repaint for the payware Carenado C208B Grand Caravan. You must have purchased this model for the repaint to work. The download is textures only and includes a self-install program. Just point it to the folder containing the Carenado Baron 58, you still need to manually edit the aircraft.cfg file. FSX/P3D Compatible The Caravan 1 has had a close association with US package freight specialist Federal Express (FedEx), on whose request Cessna especially developed two pure freight versions.

The first of these was the 208A Cargomaster (40 delivered), the second was the stretched 208B Super Cargomaster (260 delivered). The first Super Cargomaster flew in 1986 and features a 1.22m (4ft) stretch and greater payload capacity, including an under fuselage cargo pannier. The 208B Grand Caravan first flew in 1990 and like the Super Cargomaster is a stretched version of the basic Caravan powered by a 505kW (675shp) PT6A-114. It can seat up to 14 passengers. Underbelly cargo pods, floats and skis are offered as options on the Caravan I family, and the type is easily converted from freight to passenger configurations.. Max cruising speed 337km/h (182kt). Max initial rate of climb 975ft/min.

Range with max fuel and reserves 1667km (900nm). UK Direct Air Taxi operates a small fleet of these planes. Visit the for more details. Piper PA-28R-200 Archer II. G-BGDA Highly detailed 3D models, 3D Virtual Cockpit, All standard animations, Opening door, Dynamic shine, Fully animated control surfaces, FDE based on real world pilot input, Operation manual and panel description. The Piper PA-28 Cherokee is a series of Light Four Seated Aircraft.

In 1967 Piper first introduced PA-28R-180 Cherokee Arrow which featured a constant speed propeller and retractable landing gear. The engine was powered by 180 Horsepower Lycoming O-360 engines.

In 1969 the engine was upgraded to 200 horsepower, and the designation of the aircraft was changed to PA-28R-200. Changes to the design included the same 12.7cm stretched fuselage that was introduced on the Cherokee Challenger and Cherokee Charger. With greater rear legroom and more baggage capacity, it is larger than its predecessors and has a larger horizontal tail and dorsal fin fillet. All series of Piper Cherokee family are all-metal, unpressurised, single engine Piston powered aircraft with low mounted wings and tricycle landing gear. Piper designed the PA-28 to compete with the Cessna 172. UK Direct use these aircraft for training, lease for self-flying businessmen, and as air taxis. Four seat, Lycoming IO-360-C1C6 engine of 200 hp (149 kW), gross weight 2,650 lb (1,202 kg).

First certified on 2 December 1971. Max speed 145kt, normal cruising speed 137kt. Service ceiling 16,200ft. Rate of Climb: 649 fpm.

Range with reserves 880 nm/1630 km (with 45 min reserve) •. PMDG Beechcraft B1900D (required, not included!) G-UKRM ‘Alderney Queen’ Textures only for the PMDG model. Painted by Gareth UKD117 The Beechcraft 1900C was developed directly from the Beechcraft Super King Air 200, the obvious change is the longer fuselage. Other improvements include more powerful engines and improved tail.

The 1900 first flew on September 3, 1982. The 1900 entered service in February 1984, with the first ExecLiner corporate version delivered in 1985. The improved 1900C developed into the 1900D. The main changes on the 1900D was the substantially deeper fuselage with standup headroom. In addition it also introduced larger passenger and freight doors and windows, twin ventral strakes and auxiliary horizontal fixed tails.

The B1900 is designed to carry passengers in all weather conditions from airports with relatively short runways. It was designed, and is primarily used, as a regional airliner. It is also used as a freight aircraft, corporate transport, and by the United States military and other governments.

A total of 695 Beechcraft 1900 aircraft were built, making this airliner the best-selling 19 passenger airliner in history. With market trends favouring larger 50- to 90-seat regional jets, Raytheon ended production of the Beechcraft 1900 in October 2002. Many airlines continue to fly the 1900. Cruise 260 kts Ceiling 25,000 ft Range 1,498 miles with 10 pax, UK Direct typically flies the 1900 over shorter distances mainly on internal domestic flights with higher seat occupancy.

Embraer EMB-120 Brasilia G-UKDH After the success of the EMB-110 Bandeirante, suggestions from prospective operators were collected and incorporated into the EMB-120 design, named Brasilia in 1979 and the capacity was increased to 30 seats. Originally designed to utilise the new 1500SHP Pratt & Whitney Canada PW115 Turboprop, this was later upgraded to the 1892 ESHP PW118.

Probably the closest to a modern replacement for the DC-3 (with double the speed), the Brasilia attracted immediate interest from many regional airlines, particularly in the USA. The size, speed and ceiling allowed faster and more direct services around the US and Europe, compared to similar aircraft. Serial production ended in 2001. As of 2007, it is still available for one-off orders, as it shares much of the production equipment with the, which is still produced. As of August 2010, 195 EMB 120 aircraft are in airline service around the world. Maximum speed: 608 km/h (328 knots, 378 mph) at 20,000 ft (6,100 m) Cruise speed: 552 km/h (298 knots, 343 mph) Stall speed: 162 km/h (87 knots, 100 mph) (CAS),(flaps down) Range: 1,750 km (945 nmi, 1,088 mi) (30 passengers, reserves for 100 nmi divert and 45 min hold) Service ceiling: 9,085 m (29,800 ft) •.

PAD FS2004 Saab 340B G-UKRA All new model with full moving parts, door with airstair and animated pilots. Fully modelled interior. Accurate and pleasant flight dynamics.

Full documentation including manuals and check/ref lists. Complete package for FS2004. By Jean-Pierre Brisard and Bob May - Premier Aircraft Design. Www.premaircraft.com A 34 seat twin turbo-prop short/medium range commuter airliner. Originally designated as the SF340 (Saab-Fairchild), the aircraft first flew on 25 January 1983. When Fairchild exited the aircraft manufacturing business in 1985 after about 40 units, Saab continued aircraft production under the designation 340A and 159 units were built. The first improved development of the Saab 340 was the 340B.

More powerful engines improved hot and high performance, while other changes included a greater span tailplane, a higher max takeoff weight and better range. All the 340Bs also had the active noise control system.

200 units were built with deliveries beginning in September 1989. The final third generation version, the 340B Plus, was delivered for service in 1994 and incorporated improvements that were being introduced at the same time in the Saab 2000. 100 units were built. The production run of Saab 340s typically seated between 30 and 36 passengers, with 34 seats being the most common configuration. The Saab 340A & 340B are in service worldwide with small airlines and with larger airlines in the commuter/feeder role.

There are also several military variants. Saab ceased 340 and 2000 production in 1998. Cruise 523km/h (282kt) Ceiling 25,000 ft (7620 m) Range with 35 pax and reserves at max cruising speed 1490km (805nm), at long range cruising speed 1735km (935nm) UK Direct employs the 340B mainly on internal domestic flights connecting regional airports with our hubs.

FS2004 ISDT ATR 72-500 Model V2.0a G-UKRY “The Island of Mosteroy” Textures only. Model needs to be downloaded from here: The ATR-72 is a twin-engine turboprop, short-haul regional airliner built by the French-Italian aircraft manufacturer ATR [Avion de Transport Regional].The ATR-72 is a stretched development of the popular ATR-42 and was launched in January 1986. Significant differences between the ATR-72 and the smaller and older ATR-42 include a 4.50m (14ft 9in) fuselage stretch and reworked wings.

The ATR-72 makes much use of modern corrosion-resistant, composite materials (about 30%) to reduce weight including carbon fiber for its outer wings. The ATR-72-500 was the third development of the base model and improved hot and high performance; certificated in early 1997. It features PW-127Fs driving six blade composite Hamilton Sundstrand propellers.

Passengers board using the rear door (which is rare for a passenger plane) as the front door is used to load cargo. A tail stand must be installed when passengers are boarding or disembarking in case the nose lifts off the ground, which is common if the aircraft is loaded or unloaded incorrectly Cruise speed: 511 km/h; 318 mph (276 kn) Range: 1,324 km (823 mi; 715 nm) Service ceiling: 7,620 m (25,000 ft) UK Direct employs the ATR on a wide range of routes from internal domestic flights to short-haul international routes. FS2004/FSX Flight One ATR 72-500 G-DJUK ‘City Flier’ Unicorn livery Textures only. Flight One ATR 72-500 model required.

Repainted by Dean Barry, Pilot UKD121 The ATR-72 is a twin-engine turboprop, short-haul regional airliner built by the French-Italian aircraft manufacturer ATR [Avion de Transport Regional].The ATR-72 is a stretched development of the popular ATR-42 and was launched in January 1986. Significant differences between the ATR-72 and the smaller and older ATR-42 include a 4.50m (14ft 9in) fuselage stretch and reworked wings.

The ATR-72 makes much use of modern corrosion-resistant, composite materials (about 30%) to reduce weight including carbon fiber for its outer wings. The ATR-72-500 was the third development of the base model and improved hot and high performance; certificated in early 1997.

It features PW-127Fs driving six blade composite Hamilton Sundstrand propellers. Passengers board using the rear door (which is rare for a passenger plane) as the front door is used to load cargo. A tail stand must be installed when passengers are boarding or disembarking in case the nose lifts off the ground, which is common if the aircraft is loaded or unloaded incorrectly Cruise speed: 511 km/h; 318 mph (276 kn) Range: 1,324 km (823 mi; 715 nm) Service ceiling: 7,620 m (25,000 ft) UK Direct employs the ATR on a wide range of routes from internal domestic flights to short-haul international routes. FS2004 / FS2002 PSS Dash 8-300 G-UKRA ‘Kirstie’ Textures only. Requires the PSS Dash 8-300 model. Repainted by Dean Barry, Pilot UKD121 The Bombardier Dash 8 or Q-Series, previously known as the de Havilland Canada Dash 8 or DHC-8, is a series of twin-engined, medium range, turboprop airliners. Introduced by de Havilland Canada (DHC) in 1984, they are now produced by Bombardier Aerospace.

Over 1,000 Dash 8’s of all models have been built, the 300 is a 50–56 passenger version that entered service in 1989. The Dash 8 competes against the likes of Saab’s 340, ATR 42 and Embraer Brasilia and was successful due in part to its early entry into the market when there was little competition and the fact the aircraft breaks even with about 1/3 of its seats filled. All models produced after 1996 include the Active Noise and Vibration Suppression (ANVS) system designed to reduce cabin noise and vibration levels to nearly those of jet airliners.

These were marketed as the Q series (Q200, Q300, and Q400). In April 2008, Bombardier announced that production of the Classic versions (Series 100, 200, 300) would be ended, leaving the Series 400 as the only Dash 8 still in production. 671 Dash 8 Classics were produced, the last one delivered to Air Nelson in May 2008.

Cruise speed: 328 mph (528 km/h) 285 knots Range: 968 miles (1,558 km) Service ceiling: 25,000 ft (7,620 m) UK Direct has a small Dash 8 fleet of 300’s and 400’s based at Southend EGMC and can often be found around the UK. FS2004 Dreamwings Bombardier Dash 8-Q400 G-UKBD Innsbruck Full package including model, panel and sounds. FSX Compatible The Bombardier Dash 8 or Q-Series, previously known as the de Havilland Canada Dash 8 or DHC-8, is a series of twin-engined, medium range, turboprop airliners. Introduced by de Havilland Canada (DHC) in 1984, they are now produced by Bombardier Aerospace. Over 1,000 Dash 8’s of all models have been built, the 300 is a 50–56 passenger version that entered service in 1989.

The Dash 8 competes against the likes of Saab’s 340, ATR 42 and Embraer Brasilia and was successful due in part to its early entry into the market when there was little competition and the fact the aircraft breaks even with about 1/3 of its seats filled. All models produced after 1996 include the Active Noise and Vibration Suppression (ANVS) system designed to reduce cabin noise and vibration levels to nearly those of jet airliners. These were marketed as the Q series (Q200, Q300, and Q400). In April 2008, Bombardier announced that production of the Classic versions (Series 100, 200, 300) would be ended, leaving the Series 400 as the only Dash 8 still in production. 671 Dash 8 Classics were produced, the last one delivered to Air Nelson in May 2008. Cruise speed: 360 kts (414 mph, 667 km/h) Range: 1,114 NM (1,282 SM, 2,063 km) Service ceiling: 25,000 ft (7,620 m) UK Direct has a small Dash 8 fleet of 300’s and 400’s based at Southend EGMC and can often be found around the UK.

FS2004/FSX CalClassic.com Lockheed Super Constellation L-1049G G-UKVI 2 versions in one download package for UKDirect and UK World Cargo (retro 50’s style) Additional textures by Ruud UKD104 - textures only Throughout the 1950's, Lockheed was in a race with Douglas for the plane that was the fastest, most economical and the longest range. Douglas started the race with the DC-4, but Lockheed countered with the L049, which was faster and was pressurised. The war surplus DC-4's were cheap, though, and Lockheed was handicapped by a provision in the TWA contract that it couldn't sell a Connie to a competing East-West airline for two years. The development of the larger, faster, and pressurized DC-6 lead Lockheed to introduce the next step in airliners, the Super Constellation. Stretched by over 18 feet and powered by Wright R-3350 radials (eventually Turbo-Compounds of 3400 hp each), the new Super Connie was faster and could fly higher than the DC-6.

Of course, Douglas was not standing still, and American convinced them to produce the DC-7 with the Wright Turbo-Compound engines, and now the speed advantage belonged to Douglas.. Lockheed response was to produce the most successful Connie, the L1049G 'Super G' of which there are some still flying today. Max speed 318 knots / Cruise speed 270 knots Range (max fuel) 4184 nm / Range (max payload) 3619 nm Service ceiling 22,800 ft.

Passengers 75-99 UK Direct and World Cargo keeps several Connies for use on specials, film work and charters, capable of trans-Atlantic flights. British Aerospace BAe 146-200 G-UKJD Jill The BAe 146 is a short haul jet of which 221 were built between 1983 and 1992 in passenger, pure freighter and quick change versions. Three sizes of aircraft are available all powered by Honeywell ALF502-R5 engines and spanning seating capacities from 70 to 112 seats. From 1987, aircraft feature EFIS displays. With 97% commonality of equipment and systems, the BAe 146 offers a true family of interchangeable aircraft for efficient fleet planning. In addition to competitive economics and outstanding performance, the BAe 146 is amongst the quietest and cleanest aircraft in its class. The QT (Quiet Trader) is the cargo variant.

Service ceiling 31,000 feet: Max Speed 300 knots, (Mach 0.72) Range of 2,181 km (1,177 nm) •. PAD FSX Fokker 100 G-UKLB Full documentation including manuals and check/ref lists. Complete package for FSX/SP2 (DX9 graphics). FSX version above.

By Jean-Pierre Brisard and Bob May - Premier Aircraft Design. Www.premaircraft.com Fokker's largest aircraft, the Fokker 100 is a 100 seat jet airliner based on the F-28 Fellowship, but stretched and thoroughly modernised. Low operational costs and almost no competition in the 100-seat short-range class made it a best seller when it was introduced in the late 1980s, but sales later decayed due to increasing competition from the likes of Bombardier and Embraer. Production ended in 1997 with 283 airframes delivered.

In August 2009, 229 Fokker 100 aircraft remained in airline service with 47 airlines around the world. Max cruising speed 845km/h (456kt), long range cruising speed 737km/h (453kt).

Range with 107 passengers and Tay 620s 2505km (1323nm) •. Embraer ERJ-170 G-UKDE ‘Alicia’ Sound and panel set to default 737 Original aircraft & model by Dreamwings Embraer’s E-170 is the smallest in a family of four E-Jets designed for the 70-120 seat market. They are not shrunk from larger or stretched from smaller designs. They all share the same fuselage cross-section with 89% commonality across the range. The prototype first flew on 12th March 2004. UK Direct employs these jets primarily on short-haul international and UK domestic turns for which they are ideal.

Project Airbus A319-133 with International Aero Engines IAE V2500-A5s. G-UKAA ‘Maid of the River’ 32bit uncompressed textures for eye candy.

Uses FS9 default sounds, and panel. The A319 is a minimum change, shortened derivative of the highly successful A320. After healthy sales of the A320/A321, Airbus turned its focus back to what was then known as the A320M-7, meaning A320 minus seven rows of seats.

It provides direct competition for the Boeing 737–500/600. The A320 family share a wider fuselage than the competing Boeing and has a thinner, longer wing for fuel efficiency. The A319 has the longest range of any type in its size range. Other changes included reducing overwing exits from four to two and a smaller aft cargo door.

Minor software programming changes were made to accommodate the different handling characteristics but otherwise the A319 shares the same fly-by-wire flight controls and state-of-the-art cockpit as the other A320 Family members meaning the A319, A320 and A321 can all be flown by pilots with the same type rating. The A319 flew for the first time on August 25 1995 from Hamburg in Germany. As of February 2012 there are 1,324 A319’s in service around the world with sales outstripping the A321.

The A319 has the same engine options as the A320 but are de-rated due to the A319’s lower weight. Seats 124 passengers in a typical two class configuration (eight premium class and 116 economy class). Range with 124 passengers in a two-class configuration extends to 6,650 km (3,590 nmi). Cruising speed Mach 0.78 (828 km/h/511 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Maximum speed Mach 0.82 (871 km/h/537 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Service ceiling 12,000 m (39,000 ft) •. Project Airbus A321-231 with International Aero Engines IAE V2533-A5s.

G-UKEE ‘Thames Flyer’ 32bit uncompressed textures for eye candy. Uses FS2004 default B737 sounds and panel. FSX version available. The largest of the A320 family the A321 was the first derivative of the successful A320, the major change being a stretched fuselage acheived by two fuselage plugs. Other differences include larger engines and tyres, strengthened undercarriage and some wing improvements. The cockpit remains the same and shares the same pilot type rating.

The A321-100 was the first stretch of the A320 but as the fuel tanks were unchanged it had a shorter range so Airbus soon launched the -200 with additional fuel tanks. The A321-200 flew for the first time in December 1996 from Hamburg in Germany. There are 704 in service with orders for an additional 420 (correct as of March 2012).

Seats 220 high-density seating(1-class, maximum) 199 (1-class, typical) 185 (2-class, typical) Range 3,000 nmi (5,600 km; 3,500 mi) Cruising speed Mach 0.78 (828 km/h/511 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Maximum speed Mach 0.82 (871 km/h/537 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Service ceiling 12,000 m (39,000 ft) •. UK Direct Airbus A340-600 G-UBRK Aircraft & model by Just Flight/CLS Textures only Also works in FSX. The Airbus A340 is a long-range four-engine wide-body designed as a replacement for the Boeing 747-200. First flight of the A340-600 was made on 23 April 2001. Four versions of the A340 have been produced by Airbus: the -200, -300, -500 and -600. The -600 is the longest-fuselage jetliner ever built by Airbus, and the largest-capacity member of the A340 family with an overall length of 75.3 metres, it has a seating capacity for 360 passengers in a three-class layout, or 419 in a two-class configuration, is more than four meters longer than the Boeing 747-400 and 2.3 meters (7 ft 6.6 in) longer than the A380.

It held the record for being the world's longest commercial aircraft until February 2010 until the first flight of the Boeing 747-8. The A340-600 is powered by four 56,000 lbf (249.1 kN) thrust Rolls-Royce Trent 556 turbofans and uses the Honeywell 331–600 APU.

It also has an additional four-wheel undercarriage on the fuselage centre-line to cope with the increased MTOW. Airbus has made provisions for freeing additional upper deck main cabin space by providing optional arrangements for additional facilities such as crew rest areas, galleys, and lavatories upon the 'stretched' A340 aircraft's lower deck. The A340 is used on long-haul, trans-oceanic routes due to its immunity from ETOPS; however, with reliability in engines improving, airlines are progressively phasing out the type in favour of more economical twinjets such as the Boeing 777.

Airbus announced on 10 November 2011, that the A340 programme had been terminated due to lack of new orders. (sources: Airbus, Wikipedia) Maximum range, fully loaded 7,750 nautical miles (14,350 km; 8,920 mi) Cruising speed Mach 0.83 (881 km/h/543 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Maximum speed Mach 0.86 (913 km/h/563 mph at 11,000 m/36,000 ft) Service ceiling 12,527 metres (41,099 ft) •. Project Airbus A380-800 G-UKXL Native FS9 model. Uses default sounds and panel. This is the FS2004 version.

FSX package available separately. The Airbus A380 is a double-deck, wide-body, four-engine jet airliner manufactured by the European corporation Airbus, a subsidiary of EADS. It is the world's largest passenger airliner and due to its size, many airports have had to expand their facilities to properly accommodate it. Designed to challenge Boeing's monopoly in the large-aircraft market, the A380 made its maiden flight on 27 April 2005 and entered initial commercial service in October 2007 with Singapore Airlines. The aircraft was known as the Airbus A3XX during much of its development, before receiving the A380 designation. The A380's upper deck extends along the entire length of the fuselage, with a width equivalent to a wide-body aircraft. This allows for an A380-800's cabin with 478 square metres (5,145.1 sq ft) of floor space; 49% more floor space than the next-largest airliner, the Boeing 747-400 with 321 square metres (3,455.2 sq ft), and provides seating for 525 people in a typical three-class configuration or up to 853 people in all-economy class configurations.

The A380-800 has a design range of 15,400 kilometres (8,300 nmi; 9,600 mi), sufficient to fly from New York to Hong Kong, and a cruising speed of Mach 0.85 (about 900 km/h or 560 mph at cruising altitude). As of January 2012 there had been 253 firm orders for the A380, of which 69 have been delivered. The largest order, for 90 aircraft, was from Emirates. UK Direct Boeing 717-200 'G-UKDB Annabel' Aircraft & model by JetCity Aircraft For a detailed history of the McDonnell Douglas (Boeing) MD95/B717: Also works in FS2002 and FSX. The Boeing 717-200 twinjet is Boeing’s smallest commercial airliner and is specifically designed for the short-haul, high frequency 100-passenger airline market.

It faced competition from Boeing's own 737-600 and emerging designs such as the Bombardier BRJX, Avro RJX and Airbus A318. The first 717-200 was rolled out on 10 June 1998 and made its maiden flight on 2 September. Four aircraft were dedicated the nine-month flight test programme. After joint US and European FAA/JAA certification, launch customer, AirTran Airways, took delivery of its first aircraft in September 1999. The first European customer was Bavaria International Aircraft Company. Boeing 737-200 G-UKDJ Uses default sounds and panel.

Will work with FS2002 &FS2004 Boeing announced a new addition to their jet transport line-up in November 1964 - the Model 737. Aimed at rounding out the Boeing family line-up this would be a short range small capacity airliner filling the space under the 727.

As they did when designing the 727 Boeing's new design utilised the same nose and oval fuselage cross-sections from the model 707. Designed as a small twin-engined transport, the 737 was in direct competition with the market established Douglas DC-9 and BAC 1-11 and therefore faced an uphill struggle to win any orders. Boeing created a longer and heavier aircraft to accommodate United Airlines requirements who ordered 40 with options on a further 30.

The -200 first flew on 8th August 1967 and entered service in April 1968. Over the years Boeing continually improved the aerodynamics, revising the flaps and adding thrust reverse equipped engines. Vistaliners Boeing 737-400 UK Sun G-UKSP Uses default sounds and panel. FS2004 model The Boeing 737 Classic is the name given to the -300/-400/-500 series of the Boeing 737. They are short- to medium- range, narrow-body jet airliners produced by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. The Classic series was introduced as the 'new generation' of the 737.

Produced from 1984 to 2000, 1,988 aircraft were delivered. Originally developed as a shorter, lower-cost twin-engine airliner derived from Boeing's 707 and 727, the 737 has developed into a family of nine passenger models with a capacity of 85 to 215 passengers. The 737-400 design was launched in 1985 to fill the gap between the 737-300 and the 757-200, and competed with the Airbus A320 and McDonnell Douglas MD-80.

It stretched the 737-300 another 10 ft (3.45 m) to carry up to 168 passengers. It included a tail bumper to prevent tailscrapes during take-off (an early issue with the 757), and a strengthened wing spar. The prototype rolled out on January 26, 1988, and flew for the first time on 19 February 1988. The aircraft entered service on September 15, 1988, with launch customer Piedmont Airlines (25 aircraft ordered). The 737-400F was not a model delivered by Boeing but a converted 737-400 to an all cargo aircraft.

Alaska Airlines was the first to convert one of their 400s from regular service to an aircraft with the ability to handle 10 pallets. The airline has also converted five more into fixed combi aircraft for half passenger and freight.

Service ceiling 37,000 ft Cruising speed (Mach) 0.74 Maximum speed (Mach) 0.82 Range fully loaded 4,204 km (2,270 NM) •. Kittyhawk Productions Boeing 737-800 G-UKSB UK Sun with & without winglets G-UKEL UK Direct with/without winglets, white & grey engine options. Uses default sounds and panel. FSX compatible. The Boeing 737 Next Generation (Boeing 737NG), is the name given to the -600/-700/-800/-900 series of the Boeing 737.

They are short- to medium-range, narrow-body jet airliners. Produced since 1996 by Boeing, the 737NG is sold in four sizes seating typically 110 to 210 passengers. The 737-800 seats 162 passengers in a two-class layout, or 189 in one class, and competes with the A320. The NG improvements include more efficient CFM56-7B turbofans, the new wing with greater chord, span and wing area, larger tail surfaces and the 777 style EFIS flightdeck with six flat panel LCDs. A HUD is optional. BBJ style winglets are offered as an optional feature for the -800.

Unlike the other Next Generation 737s, the -800 and -900 introduced new fuselage lengths. The prototype -800 rolled out on June 30, 1997 and first flew on July 31, 1997 Upgraded and re-engined models in development as the 737 MAX series will eventually supplant the 737NG.

Typical cruising speed Mach 0.785. Max certificated altitude 41,000ft. Maximum Range 3,115 nautical miles (5,765 km) [2-class with winglets] •. UK Direct B737-800 G-UKDZ 'Karen' Textures Only for the PMDG model 737-800 Repainted by Dean Barry, Pilot UKD121 The Boeing 737 Next Generation (Boeing 737NG), is the name given to the -600/-700/-800/-900 series of the Boeing 737.

They are short- to medium-range, narrow-body jet airliners. Produced since 1996 by Boeing, the 737NG is sold in four sizes seating typically 110 to 210 passengers. The 737-800 seats 162 passengers in a two-class layout, or 189 in one class, and competes with the A320. The NG improvements include more efficient CFM56-7B turbofans, the new wing with greater chord, span and wing area, larger tail surfaces and the 777 style EFIS flightdeck with six flat panel LCDs. A HUD is optional. BBJ style winglets are offered as an optional feature for the -800.

Unlike the other Next Generation 737s, the -800 and -900 introduced new fuselage lengths. The prototype -800 rolled out on June 30, 1997 and first flew on July 31, 1997 Upgraded and re-engined models in development as the 737 MAX series will eventually supplant the 737NG. Typical cruising speed Mach 0.785.

Max certificated altitude 41,000ft. Maximum Range 3,115 nautical miles (5,765 km) [2-class with winglets] •. Boeing 757-200 G-UKSC in UK Sun livery Uses default sounds and panel. Will work with FS2002 &FS2004 The Boeing 757 is a twin-engine short-to-medium-range jetliner incorporating advanced technology for exceptional fuel efficiency, low noise levels, increased passenger comfort and top operating performance. The 757 offers other virtues as well, including great versatility by reducing airport congestion. Although designed for short and medium length routes, the 757-200 has since been used in a variety of roles ranging from high-frequency shuttle services to transatlantic routes.

The 757 was produced in two fuselage lengths. The original 757-200 entered service in 1983. 28, 2005, Boeing concluded the remarkable 23-year run of the 757 passenger airplane by delivering the final one to Shanghai Airlines. The airplane is the 1,050th Boeing 757. The 757 is one of seven commercial models that have sold more than 1,000 airplanes, and more than 1,030 of the 757s are still in service. Production for the 757-200 totaled 913 aircraft, making the type by far the most popular 757 model. Typical cruising speed Mach 0.80 (530 mph, 458 knots) at 35,000ft.

Max certificated altitude 42,000ft. Maximum Range 3,900 nmi (7,222 km) •. UK Direct B767-300ER G-UKIC 'County of West Yorkshire' Uses default sounds and panel.

PROJECT OPENSKY BOEING 767-300 V3 The Boeing 767 is a mid-size, wide-body twin-engine jet airliner built by Boeing. It was the manufacturer's first wide-body twinjet and its first airliner with a two-crew glass cockpit. The aircraft features two turbofan engines, a conventional tail, and for reduced aerodynamic drag, a supercritical wing design.

The 767-300, the first stretched version of the aircraft, entered service with Japan Airlines in 1986. The type features a 21.1-foot (6.43 m) fuselage extension over the 767-200. Reflecting the growth potential built into the original 767 design, the wings, engines, and most systems were largely unchanged on the 767-300. The 767-300's increased capacity has been used on high-density routes within Asia and Europe. The type's main competitor was the Airbus A300. On February 2, 2011, the 1,000th 767 rolled out, destined for All Nippon Airways. The aircraft was the 91st 767-300ER ordered by the Japanese carrier, and with its completion the 767 became the second wide-body airliner to reach the thousand-unit milestone after the 747.

Cruise speed Mach 0.80 (470 knots at 35,000 ft (11,000 m) cruise altitude) Maximum cruise speed Mach 0.86 (493 knots at 35,000 ft). Sources: Boeing.com, wikipedia.org •. UK Direct B767-300ER G-UKIC 'County of West Yorkshire' Unicorn livery. Textures only Requires the payware LEVEL-D BOEING 767-300 The Boeing 767 is a mid-size, wide-body twin-engine jet airliner built by Boeing. It was the manufacturer's first wide-body twinjet and its first airliner with a two-crew glass cockpit.

The aircraft features two turbofan engines, a conventional tail, and for reduced aerodynamic drag, a supercritical wing design. The 767-300, the first stretched version of the aircraft, entered service with Japan Airlines in 1986. The type features a 21.1-foot (6.43 m) fuselage extension over the 767-200. Reflecting the growth potential built into the original 767 design, the wings, engines, and most systems were largely unchanged on the 767-300. The 767-300's increased capacity has been used on high-density routes within Asia and Europe.

The type's main competitor was the Airbus A300. On February 2, 2011, the 1,000th 767 rolled out, destined for All Nippon Airways. The aircraft was the 91st 767-300ER ordered by the Japanese carrier, and with its completion the 767 became the second wide-body airliner to reach the thousand-unit milestone after the 747. Cruise speed Mach 0.80 (470 knots at 35,000 ft (11,000 m) cruise altitude) Maximum cruise speed Mach 0.86 (493 knots at 35,000 ft).

Sources: Boeing.com, wikipedia.org •. UK Direct B777-200ER G-UKIG 'Louisa Natalya' FOR FS2002 & FS2004 ONLY Uses default sounds and panel. Original aircraft & model by Melvin Rafi, Meljet The Boeing 777 is a long-range wide-body twin-engine jet airliner and is the world's largest twinjet. The -200ER was the most widely produced variant of the twinjet to date until surpassed by the longer -300ER. The 777-200ER features additional fuel capacity and an increased maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) over the -200. Aimed at international airlines operating transatlantic routes, the -200ER carries 301 passengers a maximum range of 7,700 nautical miles (14,300 km).

Typical cruising speed Mach 0.84 (560 mph, 905 km/h, 490 knots) at a cruise altitude of 35,000 ft (11,000 m) Service ceiling 43,100 ft (13,140 m) Range, loaded 7,725 nmi (14,310 km, 8,892 mi) •. UK Direct World Cargo Boeing MD-11F G-UKAB 'Cleveland One' DXT3 TEXTURES ONLY Requires the FREE Overland SMS MD-11 available here: Model with and without virtual cockpit. The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 is a three-engine medium- to long-range widebody jet airliner, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and, later, by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Based on the DC-10, it features a stretched fuselage, increased wingspan with winglets, refined airfoils on the wing and smaller tailplane, new engines and increased use of composite materials. It also features an all-digital glass cockpit that decreases the flight deck crew from the three required on the DC-10 to two by eliminating the necessity for a flight engineer. The cockpit design is called Advanced Common Flightdeck and is shared with the Boeing 717.

The MD-11 was launched on December 30, 1986 with commitments for 52 firm orders and 40 options; its maiden flight was on January 10, 1990 MD-11F (53 built): the Freight transport aircraft was the second variant on offer at launch in 1986 and was the last and longest (1988–2000) manufactured version. The all-cargo aircraft can transport 26 pallets. MD-11BCF Boeing Converted Freighter - Boeing and its group of international affiliates offer a conversion of used passenger airliners into freighters.

185 MD-11 aircraft (all variants) were in commercial service as of February 2012 Max cruise speed 0.88 Mach (587 mph, 945 km/h, 520 kn) Typical cruise speed 0.82 Mach (544 mph, 876 km/h, 473 kn) Service ceiling 43,000 ft (13,000 m) Max range 3,950 nmi (7,320 km) •. Using a mix of Project AI and AI Aardvark aircraft models this is a collection of aircraft repainted into UKD colours.

It features many of the types that we fly and based mostly around UK airports that we commonly use, plus international destinations too. Compatible with most other AI traffic including Just Flight’s Traffic 2004, Ultimate Traffic and MyTraffic. It also works if you dont have any other traffic program! Also works in FSX with some AI Traffic programs (tested with UT2)- instructions for FSX users included. Try starting at EGSS, EGKK or EGJJ.

These are the busiest but just about every large UK airport is covered - certainly every one that UKD flies from with the exception of the Scilly Isles - coming soon! Get your camera out:) V3.1 John UKD182 has created a Edit Voice Pack file to replace the Microsoft default Midland callsign for UKDirect planes. Simply download the Voice-edit program from www.editvoicepack.com/, and (right-click to download). That places the callsign into Flight Simulator, once you have manually edited the relevant aircraft.cfg to show atc_airline=UK Direct, you will hear “UK Delta” referred to instead of “Midland”.

In this download John has edited all the AI aircraft.cfg files so you don’t need to! Microsoft Flight Simulator 2002 Some of these aircraft can be used in FSX but you may find they wont fly correctly.

FS2002 still has its fans but unless you have a really old PC users should think about upgrading to FS2004 at least. As better models become available these are being repainted and made available for FSX. FS2002 / FS2004 PSS Dash 8-300 G-UKRA ‘Kirstie’ Textures only. Requires the PSS Dash 8-300 model.

Repainted by Dean Barry, Pilot UKD121 The Bombardier Dash 8 or Q-Series, previously known as the de Havilland Canada Dash 8 or DHC-8, is a series of twin-engined, medium range, turboprop airliners. Introduced by de Havilland Canada (DHC) in 1984, they are now produced by Bombardier Aerospace.

Over 1,000 Dash 8’s of all models have been built, the 300 is a 50–56 passenger version that entered service in 1989. The Dash 8 competes against the likes of Saab’s 340, ATR 42 and Embraer Brasilia and was successful due in part to its early entry into the market when there was little competition and the fact the aircraft breaks even with about 1/3 of its seats filled. All models produced after 1996 include the Active Noise and Vibration Suppression (ANVS) system designed to reduce cabin noise and vibration levels to nearly those of jet airliners. These were marketed as the Q series (Q200, Q300, and Q400). In April 2008, Bombardier announced that production of the Classic versions (Series 100, 200, 300) would be ended, leaving the Series 400 as the only Dash 8 still in production. 671 Dash 8 Classics were produced, the last one delivered to Air Nelson in May 2008.

Cruise speed: 328 mph (528 km/h) 285 knots Range: 968 miles (1,558 km) Service ceiling: 25,000 ft (7,620 m) UK Direct has a small Dash 8 fleet of 300’s and 400’s based at Southend EGMC and can often be found around the UK. British Aerospace BAe 146-200 G-UKSD Anniversary Unicorn livery The BAe 146 is a short haul jet of which 221 were built between 1983 and 1992 in passenger, pure freighter and quick change versions. Three sizes of aircraft are available all powered by Honeywell ALF502-R5 engines and spanning seating capacities from 70 to 112 seats. From 1987, aircraft feature EFIS displays. With 97% commonality of equipment and systems, the BAe 146 offers a true family of interchangeable aircraft for efficient fleet planning. In addition to competitive economics and outstanding performance, the BAe 146 is amongst the quietest and cleanest aircraft in its class.

The QT (Quiet Trader) is the cargo variant. Service ceiling 31,000 feet: Max Speed 300 knots, (Mach 0.72) Range of 2,181 km (1,177 nm) •. Lockheed L1011 TriStar G-UKCA UK World Cargo livery Development of the Lockheed L-1011 Tristar began in 1966 when American Airlines announced a need for a short to medium-range, large-capacity transport.

In March of 1968, production began when Lockheed received orders for their design from TWA and Eastern Airlines. Although Production was slowed when Rolls- Royce, the developer of the L1011's engines, was forced to declare bankruptcy, Lockheed managed to deliver the Tristar for operation with Eastern and TWA in 1972.

The longer-range L1011-200 came in 1977 and the L1011-250, which featured larger fuel-capacity, started operations with Delta Airlines in 1986. The original version of inter-continental L1011-500 was delivered to British Airways in 1979 and the next year Pan Am put the extended wing version into service. UK Direct ERJ-145XR 'G-UKDD' FOR FS2002 / FS2004 ONLY Original aircraft & model by Nick Botamer A version for FS98 in UKD livery is available on by Gary Summons. Uploaded in 1998! The Embraer ERJ 145 family is a series of regional jets produced by Embraer, a Brazilian aerospace company. Family members include the ERJ 135 (37 passengers), ERJ 140 (44 passengers), and ERJ 145 (50 passengers), as well as the Legacy business jet and the R-99 family of military aircraft. The ERJ 145 is the largest of the group.

Each jet in the series is powered by two Rolls-Royce turbofan engines. The family's primary competition comes from the Bombardier CRJ regional jets. The ERJ 145 was launched at the Paris Airshow in 1989 as a stretched and turbofan-powered modification of the EMB 120 Brasilia. The first flight of the ERJ-145 was on 11th August 1995, with the first delivery in December 1996. UK Direct employs these jets primarily on short-haul international and UK domestic turns for which they are ideal.

Around 900 regional jets from the ERJ 145 family delivered by Embraer are currently flying on five continents and are operated by more than 30 airlines. Service ceiling XR: 37,000 feet: Max Speed XR: 851 km/h (470 kts, Mach 0.8) Range XR: 3,706 km (2,000 nmi) •.

Boeing 727-200 G-UKCG UK World Cargo livery Boeing 727-200 Adv G-UKDM A short to medium range narrowbody airliner. Production of the 727 extended from the early 1960s to August 1984 -- a remarkable length of time, considering the original market forecast was for 250 airplanes. As it turned out, 1,831 were delivered.

Twenty years later, when the last 727 was delivered, this versatile fleet was carrying 13 million passengers each month. As of January 2001, nearly 1,300 of the reliable aircraft were still in service.

In all its variations, 1,245 of the -200s were sold. The last version, the 727-200F, had a 58,000-pound, 11-pallet cargo capability. Structural improvements, a more powerful engine and greater fuel capacity led to the Advanced 727-200 in May 1971. This advanced series had extended range, strengthened structure, better runway performance and the option of more powerful engines and quieter engine nacelles. To meet ‘Stage 3’ noise requirements hushkit’s are fitted to all engines with additional acoustic treatment of the centre engine. The last 727 to be delivered was a 727-200F to Federal Express on Sept.

Some 727s have been retro-fitted with winglets for improved performance. Economical Cruise Speed 865km/h (467kt).

Range with max payload 3965km (2140nm) Service Ceiling 40,000 feet. For checklists, etc: www.boeing-727.com •. Boeing 737-400 G-UKSF UK Sun livery By 1987, the 737 was the most-ordered plane in commercial history.

In January 1991, 2,887 737s were on order and Models 737-300, -400 and -500 were in production. By 1993, customers had ordered 3,100 737s, and the company was developing the Next-Generation 737s — the -600, -700, -800 and -900. The Next-Generation 737 models build on the strengths that made the 737 the world's most successful commercial airliner, while incorporating improvements designed for the 21st century. Boeing made history again when it delivered the 1,500 th Next-Generation 737 in six years, sooner than any other commercial airplane model.

The previous record holder was the family of Classic 737-300s, -400s and -500s, which reached the milestone in 10 years. T he competing A320 family reached that mark in 13 years. Boeing 747-400 G-UKIB Jordan For a long time Jordan was the celebrity of the UKD fleet.

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The logo used for the series since version 5.0 Platforms,, Platform of origin DOS 1982 2006 Microsoft Flight Simulator (often abbreviated as MSFS or FS) is a series of programs, marketed as, for the, and earlier the,. It is one of the longest-running, best-known and most comprehensive home flight simulator programs on the market. It was an early product in the application portfolio and differed significantly from Microsoft's other software, which was largely business-oriented.

At 35 years it is the longest-running software product line for Microsoft, predating by three years. Microsoft Flight Simulator may be the longest-running series of all time, and has been credited with instigating the emergence of aviation-oriented as the predominant control method for PCs. Began the development of the Flight Simulator in 1977. His company,, initially distributed it for various personal computers.

In 1981, Artwick was approached by Microsoft's who was interested in creating a 'definitive game' that would graphically demonstrate the difference between older 8-bit computers, such as the Apple II, and the new 16-bit computers, such as the IBM PC, still in development. In 1982, Artwick's company licensed a version of Flight Simulator for the to Microsoft, which marketed it as Microsoft Flight Simulator 1.00. In 2009 Microsoft the, which was the department responsible for creating and maintaining the flight simulator series. In 2014, were granted the rights by Microsoft to port the Gold Edition of Microsoft's to and publish the new title - Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition. Main article: Microsoft Flight Simulator began as a set of articles written by in 1976 about a program. When the magazine editor said that subscribers wanted to buy the program, Bruce Artwick set to work to create it and incorporated a company called in 1977.

The company began selling flight simulators for several computer platforms, including the, and. In 1979 subLOGIC released FS1 Flight Simulator for the. In 1980, subLOGIC released a version for the, and in 1982 they licensed an version with graphics to Microsoft, which was released as Microsoft Flight Simulator 1.00.

It was unusual in that it was not an requiring an, but contained its own operating system, which displaced the installed one as long as the program was running. In the early days of less-than-100% systems, Flight Simulator and were used as unofficial compatibility test software for new PC clone models. SubLOGIC continued to develop for other platforms and ported Flight Simulator II to the Apple II in 1983, the, and in 1984, and to the and in 1986. Meanwhile, Bruce Artwick left subLOGIC and founded to continue his work on subsequent Microsoft releases, beginning with Microsoft Flight Simulator 3.0 in 1988. Microsoft Flight Simulator reached commercial maturity with version 3.1, and went on to encompass the use of 3D graphics and graphic hardware acceleration. Continued to produce newer versions of the flight simulation software, adding features, such as new aircraft types and augmented scenery. The 2000 and 2002 versions were available in 'Standard' and 'Professional' editions, where the latter included more aircraft, tools and scenery options.

The 2004 release (version 9) marked the celebration of one hundred years of powered flight and had only one edition. Flight Simulator X, released in 2006, returned to dual versions with a 'Standard' and a 'Deluxe' edition. The flying area encompasses planet Earth with varying degrees of detail and includes over 24,000 airports. There is an ever-growing list of scenery representing major landmarks and popular cities.

Landscape details become sparse as game play moves away from population centers within the flight simulator, particularly outside the, although a variety of Web sites offer scenery add-ons to remedy this. The three latest versions incorporate sophisticated weather simulation, along with the ability to download real world weather data (first available with 'Flight Simulator 2000').

Additional features in these newer versions include air traffic environments with interactive functions, new aircraft models from the historical to the modern, interactive lessons, challenges and aircraft checklists. The two latest versions of Microsoft Flight Simulator have a 'kiosk mode', which allows the application to be run in electronic located in public places like shopping malls. Microsoft Flight Simulator has a wide selection of upgrades and add-ons, both free and commercial, official and fan-made. Closure of the ACES Game Studio [ ] On January 22, 2009, it was reported that the development team was heavily affected by Microsoft's ongoing job cuts, with indications that the entire Microsoft Flight Simulator team had been laid off. Microsoft confirmed the closure of the ACES studio on January 26, 2009, in a post on the official FSInsider Web site. Stating ' This difficult decision was made to align Microsoft's resources with our strategic priorities. Microsoft Flight Simulator X will remain available at retail stores and Web retailers, the Flight Sim community will continue to learn from and encourage one another, and we remain committed to the Flight Simulator franchise for the long term.'

According to former ACES employee Phil Taylor, the shutdown was not due to sales performance of, but due to management issues and delays in project delivery, combined with increased demand for staff. Speculation in the mainstream and gaming media was that future versions could be released as an Internet-based version, or on Microsoft's platform. In October 2009, two (out of over 50) former members of the Aces Studio, formed a new game studio called the Cascade Game Foundry for the development of simulation games.

P3D - Lockheed Martin Prepar3D [ ] In 2009 Lockheed Martin announced that they had negotiated with Microsoft to purchase the intellectual property (including source code) for the Microsoft ESP (Enterprise Simulation Platform) product. Microsoft ESP is the commercial-use version of 'Flight Simulator X SP2'.

On May 17, 2010, Lockheed announced that the new product based upon the ESP source code would be called Lockheed Martin Prepar3D. Lockheed hired members of the original ACES Studio team to continue development of the product. Version 1.1 was released in April 2011, with a retail license cost of US$499. A developer license is also available for a monthly fee of US$9.95. In March 2012, along with the release of version 1.3, the pricing strategy was revised.

The Professional edition is now available for US$199, with an Academic License available for US$59.95. After the release of Version 2 in 2013, and Version 3 in 2015, the team released its newest version, the 4th, in May 2017, featuring a 64-bit base program. Dovetail Games [ ] On July 9, 2014, announced that Microsoft had granted them rights to develop the next Flight Simulator in the series. Dovetail Games also announced the release of Flight Simulator X: Gold Edition on for late 2014, named Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition. Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition was released on 18 December 2014, and is a re-release of the FSX Gold Edition, which includes the Deluxe and Acceleration packs and both Service Packs.

It includes 'all standard Steam functionality', and replaces the multiplayer system with Steam's multiplayer system. Version history [ ].

Main article: Flight Simulator X is the most recent version of Microsoft Flight Simulator. It includes a graphics engine upgrade and compatibility with preview and. It was released on October 17, 2006, in North America. There are two versions of the game, both on two DVDs. The 'Deluxe' edition contains the new integrated flight instrument system in three cockpits, additional aircraft, and missions, Tower Control capability in multiplayer mode, higher detail scenery for cities and airports and a Software Development Kit (SDK) for development. The main improvements are graphical. Microsoft has also released a Flight Simulator X Demo, which contains three aircraft, two airports, and two missions.

It is compatible with Windows XP SP2 and Windows Vista. On December 18, 2014, released Flight Simulator X on titled Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition.

It includes content that was provided with the original FSX: Gold Edition which includes FSX: Deluxe Edition, the Acceleration expansion pack and both official Service Packs and repackages them in one bundle and a single installation. The Steam Edition includes an overhaul of the multiplayer support to go through Steam rather than the now-defunct, improved stability on and, and features minor performance tweaks including a complete recompile using. Additionally, Dovetail Games has worked with existing developers and publishers to distribute their content on Steam as DLC. Currently, there are over 100 add-ons for FSX: Steam Edition from over 35 developers available on the Steam store including Aerosoft,, Orbx Simulation Systems, Real Environment Xtreme (REX), Carenado, Virtavia, and others. Microsoft Flight [ ].

See also: The long history and consistent popularity of Flight Simulator has encouraged a very large body of add-on packages to be developed as both commercial and volunteer ventures. A formal and other tools for the simulator exist to further facilitate third-party efforts, and some third parties have also learned to 'tweak' the simulator in various ways by trial and error. As for number of add-ons, tweaks, and modifications FS can accommodate solely depends on the users hardware setup. The number is not limited by the simulator, and when multiple computers are linked together with multiple monitors and 3rd party software and controls, Flight Sim Enthusiasts can build their own realistic home cockpits.

Aircraft [ ]. A PMDG of 'American Flight Airways'; in AFA Express colors Individual attributes of Flight Simulator aircraft that can be customized include: cockpit layout, cockpit image, aircraft model, aircraft model textures, aircraft flight characteristics, scenery models, scenery layouts and scenery textures, often with simple-to-use programs, or only a text editor such as 'Notepad'. Dedicated 'flightsimmers' have taken advantage of Flight Simulator's vast add-on capabilities, having successfully linked Flight Simulator to homebuilt hardware, some of which approaches the complexity of commercial full-motion flight simulators. The simulator's aircraft are made up of five parts: • The model, which is a 3D CAD-style model of the aircraft's exterior and virtual cockpit, if applicable. Models consist of two distinct sections - the main chassis or 'core', and accessories or dynamic parts, such as the landing gear or ailerons. • The textures, bitmap images which the game layers onto the model.

These can be easily edited (known as repainting), so that a model can adopt any paint scheme imaginable, fictional or real. • The sounds, literally what the aircraft sounds like. This is determined by defining which WAV files the aircraft uses as its sound-set. • The panel, a representation of the aircraft's cockpit. This includes one or more bitmap images of the panel, instrument gauge files, and sometimes its own sounds.

• The FDE, or Flight Dynamics Engine. This consists of the airfile (a *.air file), which contains hundreds of parameters that define the aircraft's flight characteristics, and the aircraft.cfg file, which contains more and easier-to-edit parameters. Most versions of Microsoft Flight Simulator include some of the world's most popular aircraft from different categories, such as the Mooney Bravo and Beechcraft Baron 58, which fall into the general aviation category, the Airbus A321 and Boeing 737, which fall into the civil jets category, the Robinson R22, which falls into the helicopter category, the Air Scheffel 738, which falls into the general aviation category again, and many other planes commonly used around the world.

Not being limited to using the default aircraft, add-on planes can be downloaded from many sources for free or purchased, which can then be installed into Microsoft Flight Simulator. The Beechcraft 1900D pictured above, is an add-on aircraft. AI traffic [ ] A growing add-on category for the series is AI () Traffic. AI Traffic is the simulation of other vehicles in the FS landscape. This traffic plays an important role in the simulator, as it is possible to crash into traffic (this can be disabled), thus ending your session, and to interact with the traffic via the radio and ATC. This feature is active even with 3rd party traffic.

Microsoft introduced AI traffic in MSFS 2002 with several airliners and private aircraft. This has since been supplemented with many files created by third party developers. Typically, third party aircraft models have multiple levels of detail, which allow the AI traffic to be better on frame rates, while still being detailed during close looks.

There are several prominent freeware developers. Some third party AI traffic can even be configured for 'real time' departures.

FS2004 in the UK with (Visual Flight Rules) photo scenery and terrain additional components Scenery add-ons usually involve replacements for existing airports, with enhanced and more accurate detail, or large expanses of highly detailed ground scenery for specific regions of the world. Some types of scenery add-on replace or add structures to the simulator. Both freeware and payware scenery add-ons are very widely available. Airport enhancements, for example, range from simple add-ons that update runways or taxiways to very elaborate packages that reproduce every lamp, pavement marking, and structure at an airport with near-total accuracy, including animated effects such as baggage cars or marshalling agents. Wide-area scenery enhancements may use detailed satellite photos and 3-D structures to closely reproduce real-world regions, particularly those including large cities, landmarks, or spectacular natural wonders. Flight networks [ ] Virtual flight networks such as, and as well as use special, small add-on modules for Flight Simulator to enable connection to their proprietary networks in multiplayer mode, and to allow for voice and text communication with other virtual pilots and controllers over the network. These networks allow players to enjoy and enhance realism in their game.

These networks are for ATC (air traffic control). Miscellaneous [ ] Some utilities, such as FSUIPC, merely provide useful tweaks for the simulator to overcome design limitations or bugs, or to allow more extensive interfacing with other third-party add-ons. Sometimes certain add-ons require other utility add-ons in order to work correctly with the simulator. Other add-ons provide navigation tools, simulation of passengers, and cameras that can view aircraft or scenery from any angle, more realistic instrument panels and gauges, and so on. Some software add-ons provide operability with specific hardware, such as game controllers and optical motion sensors. Is one website that host a forum style knowledge base aimed at the development of add-on items, tools, and software. Availability [ ] A number of websites are dedicated to providing users with add-on files (such as airplanes from actual, airport utility cars, actual buildings located in specific cities, textures, and city files).

The wide availability over the internet of freeware add-on files for the simulation package has encouraged the development of a large and diverse virtual community, linked up by design group and enthusiast message boards, online multiplayer flying, and '. The internet has also facilitated the distribution of 'payware' add-ons for the simulator, with the option of downloading the files, which reduces distribution costs. Reception [ ] in January 1983 called Flight Simulator 'extraordinarily realistic. A classic program, unique in the market'. It praised the graphics and detailed scenery, and concluded 'I think it's going to, and will certainly sell some '. In December 1983 wrote that 'this amazing package does an incredible job of making you think you're actually flying a small plane'. While it noted the inability to use a or a joystick, the magazine concluded that 'for $49.95 you can't have everything'.

A pilot wrote in the magazine in March 1984 that he found the simulated Cessna 182 to be 'surprisingly realistic'. While criticizing the requirement of using the keyboard to fly, he concluded ' Microsoft Fight Simulator is a tour de force of the programmer's art. It can be an excellent introduction to how an aircraft actually operates for a budding or student pilot and can even help instrument pilots or those going for an instrument rating sharpen their skills'. Another pilot similarly praised Flight Simulator in PC Magazine that year, giving it 18 out of 18 points. He reported that its realism compared well to two $3 million hardware flight simulators he had recently flown, and that he could use real to land at and navigate airports Flight Simulator 's manual did not document.

Warned 'if you don't know much about flying, this program may overwhelm you. It's not a simple simulation. It's a challenging program even for experienced pilots'.

The magazine concluded that Flight Simulator 'is interesting, challenging, graphically superb, diverse, rewarding, and just plain fun. Sheer delight'. Microsoft Flight Simulator, Version 2.0 was reviewed in 1989 in #142 by Hartley, Patricia, and Kirk Lesser in 'The Role of Computers' column. The reviewers gave the game 5 out of 5 stars.

Stated in 1994 that Flight Simulator 5 'is closer to simulating real flight than ever before'. 'Microsoft Flight Simulator X' was reviewed in 2006. The reviewer gave the game an 8.4 out of 10 and commented on how it was realistic enough to be used for real-life flight training. Awards [ ] The success of the Microsoft Flight Simulator series has led to Guinness World Records awarding the series seven world records in the Guinness World Records: Gamer's Edition 2008. These records include 'Longest Running Flight Sim Series', 'Most Successful Flight Simulator Series', and 'Most Expensive Home Flight Simulator Cockpit', which was built by Australian trucking tycoon Matthew Sheil, and cost around $200,000 to build.

See also [ ] • • – free and flight simulator •, and – Flight simulator resource and review communities •,, and • - free online flight simulator • • • (IVAO) • (VATSIM) • (BVA) • • – a commercial cross-platform flight simulator • References [ ]. • (Press release). Retrieved 2009-02-15.

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