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L-4H Grasshopper
Please be sure to read the Manual for this aircraft. It can be found in the Communityfr-aircraft-l4-grasshopperSimObjectsAirplanesFR_L-4H_Grasshopper_air_observationMANUAL folder.
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This aircraft comes in three versions, Air Observation Post, General Liaison, and floatplane.
A reprise of the type we first released for FSX, this package is pure MSFS. Thanks to MSFS's more advanced handling of aerodynamics, and the L-4's simple but effective instrumentation, you'l... Please be sure to read the Manual for this aircraft. It can be found in the Communityfr-aircraft-l4-grasshopperSimObjectsAirplanesFR_L-4H_Grasshopper_air_observationMANUAL folder.
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This aircraft comes in three versions, Air Observation Post, General Liaison, and floatplane.
A reprise of the type we first released for FSX, this package is pure MSFS. Thanks to MSFS's more advanced handling of aerodynamics, and the L-4's simple but effective instrumentation, you'll have to keep a sharp eye on airspeed and develop a feel for what the aircraft is doing by also keeping your eyes outside the cockpit. This is what was called "flying by the seat of your pants", and is a true component of good piloting skills.
You'll also need to 'hand prop' the L-4 to start the engine.
With great visibility and fully opening doors, you'll be able to enjoy the amazing MSFS world scenery in a way only the L-4 can provide, and understand why historically this aircraft was so prized in WWII. Not to mention the challenge of being able to land almost anywhere, once you know the aircraft well.
History:
The history of the L-4 is best summed up by Ken Wakefield, author of "The Fighting Grasshoppers" and "Lightplanes at War", who graciously contributed the following overview of this aircraft:
"The Piper L-4 Grasshopper of WW2 was the military version of the highly popular pre-war J3 Cub, by which name it was more widely known to service personnel. Of the 5,500 L-4 variants produced between 1942 and 1945, some went to liaison squadrons and of the USAAF, but the vast majority went to US Army Ground Forces, for use as Air Observation Posts (Air OPs) with the Field Artillery. In both air and ground forces, the L-4 was also used as a flying Jeep, among other things carrying priority mail and personnel between HQs and command posts. Its Continental engine produced only 65hp, yet the L-4's excellent short field performance enabled it to operate from the smallest of improvised airstrips, including roads, adjacent to command posts.
Unlike most other combat aircraft, the L-4 was un-armed and un-armoured. It was one of the smallest aircraft of WW2 and, with a cruising speed of only 75 mph, it was the slowest. Nevertheless, it has been claimed that a single L-4, directing the firepower of an entire Division, could bring a greater weight of explosives to bear on a target then any other aircraft of that period. With the exception of the atomic bomb carrying B-29 Superfortress, no other single aircraft had the destructive capability of the diminutive L-4. It was most widely used in Europe, where more than 2,700 served with the Field Artillery, and of these nearly 900 were lost through enemy action or in accidents. Of those that survived the war, about 150 were shipped back to the US, most of the remainder eventually being sold to civilian purchasers in Britain, France, Switzerland, Denmark and elsewhere in Europe. More than 60 years on many of these are still flying with, in recent years, an increasing number being restored to their original military configuration and markings. A truly remarkable 'warbird', long to be remembered. "
Features:
1. Nine Paint schemes:
WWII:
- 30th Infantry division
- 2nd Armoured Division
- 2nd Infantry Division (D-Day)
- US Navy floatplanes (2 schemes )
- No. 4 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force (Pacific Campaign)
- French Air Force liaison
Post-War Pacific
- Royal Netherland Indies Air Force (ML-KNIL) (1948)
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The installer will require you to find your MSFS 'Community' folder for installation.
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Known issue: Floatplane version performance on water unrealistic, believed due to the light weight of the aircraft.
Lake Skipper
Designed to fly just feet above the water's surface, the Lake Skipper harnesses the power of high-performance ground effect flying while delivering a heart-pumping flight experience like no other. With its cutting-edge technology and sleek design, the Lake Skipper is the perfect fusion of speed, power, and agility, allowing you to rip through the air and water with ease.Designed to fly just feet above the water's surface, the Lake Skipper harnesses the power of high-performance ground effect flying while delivering a heart-pumping flight experience like no other. With its cutting-edge technology and sleek design, the Lake Skipper is the perfect fusion of speed, power, and agility, allowing you to rip through the air and water with ease.
Lancair Legacy
Latecoere 631
Latitude + Longitude (ghd2100) New
Latitude:
AIRCRAFT HISTORY
The Citation Latitude is an advanced, twin-engine, mid-size business jet developed and manufactured by American aviation company Cessna. Crewed by two, it can accommodate up to nine passengers, although typical configurations seat up to eight in its main cabin. A best-selling member of the vaunted Citation family, the Citation Latitude took its maiden flight on February 18, 2014, and Cessna began deliveries in August of 2015.
Engineers at Cessna b... Latitude:
AIRCRAFT HISTORY
The Citation Latitude is an advanced, twin-engine, mid-size business jet developed and manufactured by American aviation company Cessna. Crewed by two, it can accommodate up to nine passengers, although typical configurations seat up to eight in its main cabin. A best-selling member of the vaunted Citation family, the Citation Latitude took its maiden flight on February 18, 2014, and Cessna began deliveries in August of 2015.
Engineers at Cessna based the Citation Latitude on their highly successful Cessna Model 680 Sovereign. The Model 680 took its maiden flight in February of 2002 and quickly established itself as a highly versatile offering due to its comfortable cabin, speed, long range, and exceptional short-field performance. To create the Citation Latitude, engineers at Cessna kept the Model 680 wing, engines, and empennage, and upgraded the fuselage. The Citation Latitude fuselage has a flat floor and is wider and taller than that of the Model 680, boasting stand-up room (6 feet from floor to ceiling).
The Cessna Citation Latitude features a low-mounted main wing with a swept leading edge and “swooplets,” small winglets for the mitigation of drag-inducing vortices. It has a cruciform empennage and a retractable tricycle undercarriage. Its cockpit has the Garmin G5000 avionics suite, comprising three 14-inch color LCD displays and four touchscreen controllers. The system includes Garmin Synthetic Vision, advanced diagnostics, graphical weather, dual Garmin communication / navigation units, and integrated autothrottles.
The aircraft measures 62 feet, 3 inches in length, stands 20 feet, 11 inches in height, and has a wingspan of 72 feet, 4 inches. It is powered by two fuselage-mounted Pratt and Whitney Canada PW306D1 turbofan engines, each of which generates 5,907 pounds of thrust. It has a maximum range of 3,100 miles, a service ceiling of 45,000 feet above sea level, and a maximum climb rate of 2,313 feet per minute. It cruises at 423 miles per hour and has a maximum speed of 513 miles per hour.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Step into the cockpit of one of the best-selling midsize business jets in the world with this highly detailed simulation of the Cessna Citation Latitude. Built specifically for Microsoft Flight Simulator, it delivers an authentic flying experience with a meticulously accurate flight model and a beautiful, high-fidelity visual recreation of the aircraft’s sleek lines and spacious cabin.
The flight dynamics have been carefully developed to match real-world Citation Latitude behavior, capturing the stable handling characteristics of its straight wing and T-tail configuration. You’ll feel the crisp roll response, realistic pitch and trim behavior, and predictable performance in every phase of flight - from takeoff through high-altitude cruise to smooth landings on shorter runways.
Powered by two FADEC-equipped Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306D1 engines, the Latitude offers excellent thrust response and realistic engine performance that closely reflects the real aircraft. The model also features a highly detailed 3D cockpit and passenger cabin with animated switches, realistic lighting, and high-resolution textures throughout.
Whether you’re making quick hops between cities or flying longer 2,000+ nm legs, this simulation lets you experience the Citation Latitude’s perfect balance of comfort, efficiency, and capability. From the quiet, stand-up cabin to the impressive short-field performance, it’s easy to see why the real aircraft remains a favorite in the midsize segment.
Smooth, capable, and thoroughly enjoyable to fly. The Citation Latitude is now available in stunning detail for your simulator.
Longitude:
AIRCRAFT HISTORY
The Citation Longitude is a twin-engine, super midsize business jet developed and manufactured by American aviation producer Cessna, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation. A member of the long-running Cessna Citation family, the Citation Longitude took its maiden flight on October 8, 2016 and entered service in October of 2019. The model is renowned for its speed, efficiency, and quiet and luxurious cabin. It has seating for up to 12, including one or two pilots in the cockpit, comprises state-of-the-art avionics and flight controls, and boasts transatlantic range.
Cessna developed the Citation Longitude from its successful Citation Latitude, notably by extending the fuselage design of the Latitude by six feet. The Longitude features a low-mounted, swept main wing, a T-tail empennage, and fuselage-mounted turbofan engines. The Longitude uses the Garmin G5000 fully integrated flight deck with large color touchscreens. The avionics package includes state-of-the-art flight controls, head-up displays, situational awareness systems, autothrottle, autopilot, and communications systems.
The Citation Longitude measures 73 feet, 2 inches in length, stands 19 feet, 5 inches tall, and has a wingspan of 68 feet, 11 inches. It is powered by two Honeywell HTF7700L turbofan engines, each of which generates up to 7,665 pounds of thrust. The Citation Longitude has a maximum range of 4,028 miles, a service ceiling of 45,000 feet above sea level, a maximum climb rate of 4,892 feet per minute, and a cruise speed of 556 miles per hour.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Sim Federation is proud to introduce the Cessna Citation Longitude for Microsoft Flight Simulator: a modern super-midsize business jet built for high-speed executive travel, refined handling, and immersive glass-cockpit flying.
Featuring a detailed exterior model, fully modeled cockpit, refined cabin environment, and advanced Garmin avionics, the Longitude delivers a polished business aviation experience from cold and dark startup to high-altitude cruise and final approach.
A standout feature is the Garmin GHD 2100 Head-Up Display, including four selectable modes, with two modes featuring synthetic night vision. This gives pilots enhanced situational awareness during night operations, low-visibility approaches, and demanding flight conditions.
Features:
- Detailed Cessna Citation Longitude model
- Garmin G5000 flight deck
- Garmin GHD 2100 HUD with four modes
- Two synthetic night vision HUD modes
- Detailed cockpit and passenger cabin
- Realistic lighting, animations, and materials
- Refined flight dynamics for cruise, descent, and approach
Elegant, capable, and technologically advanced, our Citation Longitude brings modern executive jet flying to life in Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Lavi On Sale
LearFan 2200
This is the LearFan designed by the famous Bill Lear of Learjet fandom and father of the Private Jet sector. Bill invisioned a lighter, sleeker turboprop that would be more economical to own and maintain as compared with private jets. His hopes were to bring in a new Turboprop that could compete with small jets at a fraction of the price. The sleek prop-jet was completely made of Carbonfiber, which was ahead of its time in the 1980's. The powerplant was originally dual jet turoprop engines s... This is the LearFan designed by the famous Bill Lear of Learjet fandom and father of the Private Jet sector. Bill invisioned a lighter, sleeker turboprop that would be more economical to own and maintain as compared with private jets. His hopes were to bring in a new Turboprop that could compete with small jets at a fraction of the price. The sleek prop-jet was completely made of Carbonfiber, which was ahead of its time in the 1980's. The powerplant was originally dual jet turoprop engines side by side in the tail, running shafts to a transmission and out to the propeller. The system was very similar to a helicopter twin jet setup. This enabled the plane to have a backup engine if one of the jets had a in-flight issue.
This creation for MSFS flight simulator is a new advanced version of the LearFan and is rebadged as the LF2200. The original was the LF2100 with twin jets. This unique continuance of the design modernizes the aircraft into a single jet powerplant of the new Pratt and Whitney PW127EX high efficiency power TP jet, bringing the aircraft to 2600 SHP, nearly twice its original and is lighter in weight and higher efficiency. The interior is quite refined to modern standards and is fitted with a modern, state of the art glass screen Avionics Suite, the AS3X touch screen system.
From high end quality leather to beautiful wood veneer, this sleek 8 seater 'Turboprop' Biz Jet is quite loaded with the luxuries of a small personal jet.
The cruise speed of the LF2100 and this new one, the LF2200, is 280 Knots, and an incredible max speed of 390 knots TAS at 30K to 40K feet. I wanted to keep the speeds the same as the original. The ceiling of the LF2200 and the original 2100 is/was 40,000 feet and featured a massive range of 1780 Nautical Miles.
If you are yearning for something radically new to fly, something advanced, a plane that is easy to fly and not overly complicated, something that comes with a plethera of various paint schemes and interiors, this might be for you. This is a Vision, a dream of Bill Lear and I have sought to bring it to this present age, complete with todays standards of modern avionics and an incredible Pratt and Whitney high output jet, and a sporty, high end, luxury cabin.
This package comes with ten different paint schemes that also include multiple colored interior cabin themes; from cherry wood veneer to dark gray stained wood to Swedish Teak, and the list goes on.
Please read through the manual to see what all this wild aircraft comes with. You will want to learn how she works and where all the gizmos and switches and neat features are. Lots of screenshots, so do not worry, not too much reading.
Happy flights and pray for the people of the Ukraine!
Build 1. 2. 5
* Avionics Update
* Autopilot Update
* Cabin Visibility Fix for XBox models when zoomed out
* VR Pilot Camera Node Added
* Pilots Lowered
* Strobes and NAV lights adjusted for light effects, improved
* Increased and improved landing gear animation, faster and synched left with right.
UPDATE: 1. 2. 1
* Luggage Mode Fixed and Luggage Material made more realistic
* Luggage wheels enhanced
* Park Mode fixed and red plastic Engine intakes enhanced, made glossy
* Missing fonts on newly recoded buttons now showing up
UPDATE: 1. 2. 0
* VNAV on Autopilot fixed
* Rotary knobs for atmosphere controls now active and function
* Decals added throughout aircraft
* Mouse clicks sounds added to coding and coding revamping carried out
* Galley lights now functioning properly and brighter
* Disappearing wing root fasteners now stay visible