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Tutmeister
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First class is a shocking mess of a model with incorrect systems, fuel selectors that are the wrong way round, loads of switches not working or doing the wrong thing, prop pitch and feathering that doesn’t work properly and incomplete models depending on the version selected. I can’t wait to have a prepar3d native version that has everything working on it.
Despite all that I enjoyed flying the fcs one a lot, probably because it has been the only half decent one that worked in fsx or p3d until now. Chris |
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Herky
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I agree with your statements. From my experience with P3dv3, it's a P3dv4 version that's required. The sim may be prone to out of memory, especially over Orbx Germany, which is a VAS eater! Whilst it would be nice to have a working "complex" read, complete simulation of a Lancaster, I think a TacPack enhanced version would be and should be included, as the icing on the cake! TacPack works well in 64 bit. The VRS Superbug works well in 64 bit, so it's my hope the developers get the Lancaster project done properly. Just out of curiosity and academic interest, I recently completed a modern re creation of the Dambusters raid. I used the route as flown by AJ-J, Dave Maltby's aircraft. Because the F/A 18 E has all the modern GPS weapons available and functions in P3dv4, I employed that aircraft, albeit with modern weapons and some "modern" defences to balance out the mission. Obviously it's in day time, or, if filmed at night you wouldn't see anything on You Tube! However the night mission is rather special when you fly it in your favourite aircraft....Tornado anyone?? https://youtu.be/3azwETYk5jQ https://youtu.be/3azwETYk5jQ Sorry doesn't look like this forum does links, but post the link in your browser and it should play! Best regards David |
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Tutmeister
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David click the link icon above the message box, it is on the left hand end and then type in the text you want to appear as the link, then click ok and type in the web address. You end up with it like this.
f18 dambusters raid Chris |
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Herky
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Thanks Chris, I'd forgot about the link thingy! Best regards David |
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Simon Caire
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Hi Fellow Lancaster lovers,
I have just joined in the Flight Simulator world and am enjoying learning to fly on MFS 9 and MFSX. In particular, I am just getting started on the Just Flight Lancaster (favourite aircraft) on MFS 9. Was hoping for some advice: I can't seem to find the Bomb aimer position or front turret position in the Option C aircraft. I cycle through the views and only get the cockpit, virtual cockpit, spot and tower views. What am I doing wrong? Also, can anyone suggest some locations to fly from to be able to get some good scenery for coastal low level flight, and a target or two for the upkeep and grand slam. Thanks everyone from the newbie for your advice. Simon |
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Herky
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Hello Simon. Unfortunately I don't have fs9 anymore, so have no idea about the JF Lanc for fs9. What I do know is that if they release this for P3dv4 with TacPack, I would think all my birthdays had com at once. I would pay twice to get that!! If you want to fly the exact route AJ-J (Dave Maltby's Lancaster flew on the dams raid) there is a link here for the site. I used this exact route in my "Modern Recreation" video. https://dambustersblog.com/2011/09/21/dams-raid-route-%e2%80%93-a-modern-re-creation/ Happy simming! Regards David |
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Simon Caire
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Thanks Dave for the info. Yes I will have a look at your dams raid route. I am very interested in that. I have been doing a bit more research on the dams raid recently.
Any idea who might be able to help me re my FS9 issue and selecting the two other aircraft stations? I am having fun aircraft simming. Had thought about it for a ing time and finally bit the bullet late last year after I was at a work function in the Australian war memorial. It was an evening meal, and we were in the RAAF Hall, which includes a Lancaster sitting proudly on display. That got my interest up again, so I did it. Regards from down-under, Simon
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Herky
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No worries! It's a fine hobby, especially for retired types! Sorry I can't help with fs9. You could send JF a support request ticket? I have been simming since the Commodore 64 days and now find myself on the latest 64 bit P3dv4. I would recommend considering the upgrade, it's the unlimited VAS that's great for the future. Trouble is some developers are slow to upgrade Sims to 64 bit. Some try and mess up? Regarding the route I used in my "modern recreation" post the link in your browser and it should take you to the Dutch pilot who researched it. He used the navigator logs of Vivian Nicholson's, the navigator in Dave Maltby's "J" Johnny. The route, when flown in P3dv4 with Orbx North Germany, becomes clear! Orbx have even got the Slag Heap at waypoint "G". This was the i.p. for the turn south towards the Mohne Dam. Nearly all the other visual waypoints used can be found. But you need Orbx in 64 bit to really see what's there! Best regards David |
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Simon Caire
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Thanks Dave,
I did send a tech support request to JF and they were not able to help. The Lancaster add on is not supported (go figure) so they suggested the forum. Just a tad frustrated I can't find the bomb aimers position and hence can't release ordnance. I am not sure where to turn to next. Any other ideas? I have had a look at your blog and the J Johnny route. It is amazing David. You must have spent lot of time researching it and setting up the idea. I managed to only get about 15 mins into the sim but will get back to it later. You should be very proud of that. Regards, Simon
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Herky
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Hi Simon.
The bomb aimer view must be a "view", which should be in your .cfg file. I have forgotten where that is in fs9 (its a long time ago!). But if you open the aircraft.cfg file in notepad, scroll down, there should be a couple of entries. If not then something's wrong? My thought were to do the "Dambusters recreated" movie using the 617 Tornado. Since the JF 64 bit Tonka is hangared due to maintenance..! I decided to explore the VRS Superbug. Glad I did! What a simulation! Of course I would have preferred a fully working Lanc. But the way things are with devs these days, I will be waiting a long time I think! The only other WW2 Bomber with credentials for being a simulation, is the A2A B17. Again here we see reluctance on the part of A2A to "convert" it to 64 bit? So after I discovered how deep a simulation the VRS Superbug is with Tacpack, I don't think I can go back to non armed warplanes in P3d? The Tacpack SDK is available to all. Some guys have even put a Vulcan onto a Cessna. I am sure it wouldn't take much for a dev to put weapons onto a Tornado or Canberra or a new version of a Lancaster? If there is a will? Unfortunately, we seem to be in a minority. We are a niche within a niche hobby and arnt seen as a commercial proposition! Best regards David |
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petesmiffy
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Some good "front office" pictures on Aeroplane Heaven's FaceBook page.
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Herky
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It will no doubt be very welcome in P3dv4. No Oom's to worry about! But without Tacpack compatibility, its a military sim without vital functions! All military sims in Prepared should have the Tacpack compatibility. It would enhance the simulation and no doubt increase sales! Cheers. |
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bladerunner900
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Hi guys.
Thanks for the heads-up Chris. I look forward to this release. Probably the last chance of a decent Avro Lancaster in my lifetime, since A2A seem to have lost the plot regarding warbirds. Just my opinion of course. Steve. |
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Herky
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I hope a Lanc will work with Tacpack. With a working bomb aimers position. That "halfpenny" bombsight they used in the Dambuster raid was just a couple of pegs on a Y shaped bracket...Shouldn't be hard to simulate that? However a bouncing bomb (Upkeep) will be a problem? The main focus, I surmise, should be on the engine simulation. Four Merlin's to work with. A2A seem to be very slow to release 64 bit versions of their sims. A few have tried to stimulate interest in a Lancaster A2A, but seems like they aren't interested! We need a dev who has a passion for the Lancaster, otherwise it will never be made, or worse still they will just make a museum version that just flies about at air shows and doesn't drop any bombs! Best regards David |
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Uncle Bucc
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You tube have a teaser trailer from Aeroplane Heaven.
Hopefully they will have a decent camera view for the P8 compass. Easy in the "Tiffy" but a bit awkward in the "Mossie" to get a decent bearing/reading. |
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Herky
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Aeroplane Heaven have stated that they do not intend to do a Tacpack compatible version. Unless they do their own bomb release mechanism, this will be another flying museum aircraft, nice to fly about but with no weapons. I realise Tacpack and FSX@War/ P3d@War isn't for everyone, but creating missions that have a result is much more engrossing! Best regards David |
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The medal ribbons on the aircraft refer to awards to the aircrew.
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Herky
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Aeroplane Heaven wont get a sale out of me unless its weapon capable. After you have constructed missions in Tacpack/Sim director and FSCAI for AAA and Flak, just flying about from a to b is somewhat dull! I was looking forward to using my "Dambusters" mission in a Lanc but this looks like its not going to happen. Hopefully the Vulcan will get a Tacpack addition...But I aint holding my breath! |
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