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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.
La Cote Prangins (LSGP)
Located between Prangins et Gland (Caton of Vaud - Switzerland), about 30 kilometers from Geneva, LA COTE -PRANGINS (ICAO : LSGP) is a dedicated to true pilots. It offers a grass runway, oriented 04 and 22, as well as a club house and a restaurant.
LA COTE AIRPORT is distinguished by the graffiti artists who have signed the hangars with their art. Take off from LSGP with your eyes wide opened and enjoy the street art!Located between Prangins et Gland (Caton of Vaud - Switzerland), about 30 kilometers from Geneva, LA COTE -PRANGINS (ICAO : LSGP) is a dedicated to true pilots. It offers a grass runway, oriented 04 and 22, as well as a club house and a restaurant.
LA COTE AIRPORT is distinguished by the graffiti artists who have signed the hangars with their art. Take off from LSGP with your eyes wide opened and enjoy the street art!
La Florida La Serena SCSE
UPDATE VERSION 1. 03
-Optimization of 3D objects with a large number of triangles (LODs added).
-Texture optimization
-Miscellaneous fixes
Note: Remember to remove any previous installation of this product
La Florida Aerodrome (ICAO: SCSE and IATA: LSC) is located 6 km east of the city of La Serena, IV Region of Coquimbo, Chile (29º 54 '59' 'South latitude and 71º 11' 58 '' west longitude). This airport is of a public nature, its passenger terminal has 4,300 square me... UPDATE VERSION 1. 03
-Optimization of 3D objects with a large number of triangles (LODs added).
-Texture optimization
-Miscellaneous fixes
Note: Remember to remove any previous installation of this product
La Florida Aerodrome (ICAO: SCSE and IATA: LSC) is located 6 km east of the city of La Serena, IV Region of Coquimbo, Chile (29º 54 '59' 'South latitude and 71º 11' 58 '' west longitude). This airport is of a public nature, its passenger terminal has 4,300 square meters built in the process of redesign projected for 2024.
It currently has an asphalt surface runway with a length of 1938x45 meters with a 12/30 orientation.
Scenario Features:
-Detailed 3D buildings close to the real thing.
-Custom 2K and 4K textures for the floor.
-Runway markings according to reality.
-Detailed markings of the aircraft parking platform.
-It contains mainly 2K and 4K textures.
-Includes PBR materials in Terminal, Control Tower and Hangars.
-Dynamic night lighting.
ATTENTION: IF YOU ARE A OLD USER OF THIS PRODUCT PLEASE REMOVE ANY PREVIOUS INSTALLATION WITH THE NAME “scse-la-florida” BEFORE INSTALLING THIS NEW VERSION.
La Gomera Aerial Imagery/Scenery