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Starship
This aircraft has been a three-year passion project to preserve the legacy of Starship with the generous assistance of the current Starship owners.
After a prolonged development period beginning in 1979, the first Starship entered service in 1989. Only 50 airframes were delivered to customers, and six remain airworthy today. Despite being a notable failure, Starship was one of the most groundbreaking designs ever to see production. It was the first certified canard wing aircraft, the fir... This aircraft has been a three-year passion project to preserve the legacy of Starship with the generous assistance of the current Starship owners.
After a prolonged development period beginning in 1979, the first Starship entered service in 1989. Only 50 airframes were delivered to customers, and six remain airworthy today. Despite being a notable failure, Starship was one of the most groundbreaking designs ever to see production. It was the first certified canard wing aircraft, the first business aircraft with an all-composite structure, the first certified twin pusher turboprop, the first general aviation aircraft with an all-glass cockpit, and it remains one of only three civilian turboprops with a service ceiling of 41,000 feet. More so than most rare or aging aircraft, Starship is a flying monument to innovation, ambition and the price paid for being too far ahead of one's time.
Black Square’s Starship brings you one of the most technically advanced aircraft simulations for Microsoft Flight Simulator, with over 230 possible failures including new turbine engine failures, an accurate recreation of the one-of-a-kind Collins AMS-850 avionics suite and the most advanced pressurisation and cabin temperature simulations in MSFS. Avionics and instrument panel temperatures are simulated, and require proper management of cooling systems for continued operation.
Black Square’s new tablet interface lets you configure all options, manage payload, control failures, and monitor engines, electrical schematics and environmental control systems, all from within the simulator. The failure system allows for persistent wear, MTBF and scheduled failures for nearly every component in the aircraft. The Starship’s electrical system is the most accurate yet for Black Square, featuring the Starship’s implementation of the King Air triple-fed bus layout and back-up batteries for essential avionics. All systems in the Black Square Starship were created with reference to over 10,000 pages of operating handbooks, maintenance manuals, parts catalogues, and electrical schematics.
Users may choose whether to fly with modern GPS capabilities that have been added to the original AMS-850, with autopilot coupling to a GNS430 for modern approach, departure and arrival capabilities, or with only the navigational functionality of the original Starship, including VLF and Omega radio navigation. A 190-page manual provides instruction on all equipment and 62 in-game checklists with control/instrument highlighting are included for normal, abnormal and emergency procedures.
This simulation was created in partnership with real Starship owners to ensure the legacy of Starship and the operational knowledge lives on for a new generation of Starship admirers.
For more information on this aircraft's capabilities and a list of all included avionics and equipment, see the Detailed Description below. Several videos looking in detail at some of the the Starship's features are available in a YouTube Playlist and this PDF lists some Feature Highlights and useful FAQs.
You can also take a look at the extensive 190-page Operations Manual (printer-friendly version).
FEATURES OVERVIEW
Black Square’s best aircraft yet will challenge you with unapologetically realistic systems, such as…
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190-page manual with your complete guide to flying the Black Square Starship, including systems guide, tutorials, operating limitations, performance tables and electrical schematics.
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Tablet Interface for configuring options, payload settings, failure management and real time visualisers for engines, electrical schematics and environmental systems.
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One-of-a-kind Collins AMS-850 '14-tube' (CRT) avionics suite and associated line-replaceable-unit failure logic, quirks, eccentricities and never-seen-again features of the first all-glass panel cockpit and flight management system in a business aircraft.
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Very Low Frequency (VLF) and Omega radio navigation systems from the pre-GPS era. Configure the aircraft to tune stations on the other side of the globe, and manage six DME receivers to maintain accurate position information in a time before GPS.
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Avionics and instrument panel temperature simulation require you to properly manage the equipment cooling systems on the aircraft, or else be faced with electronics and display failures that will necessitate reversionary modes and hardware redundancy.
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230+ random, scheduled or performance-triggered failures, settable via the tablet interface, including engine damage, compatible with third party UIs and instructor stations.
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Fully simulated environmental control and pressurisation system for heating, air conditioning, ventilation and ram air cooling. Cool things off by opening a door or watch the aircraft heat up in the sun. Monitor via the new tablet interface.
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NEW terrain and weather radar technology creates a functioning terrain radar without the use of WASM modules or external desktop software applications. Aircraft pitch, antenna position, transceiver gain, precipitation rate and altitude all influence the radar depiction.
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Completely simulated electrical system, with 170+ circuit breakers and failures.
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NEW functional windshield wipers clear rain with improved realistic visuals.
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Improved turboprop dynamics, including (ITT, TRQ, Ng, FF, FP), hot starts, residual heat, and exhaust back pressure, P2. 5 HP and LP valve simulation and fuel-oil heat exchanger.
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Turbine engine failures, such as compressor stall and surging, fuel control failure, fuel filter clogs, propeller governors and fire suppression systems.
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FOD damage based on surface type. Use the inertial separators to avoid engine damage. Tablet interface displays the type and intensity of FOD.
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NEW physics-driven propeller governor and feathering simulation and beta range from the Black Square Duke
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Floppy disk reader for updating navigation databases and reading other data files.
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Gyroscope physics simulation for electric and pneumatic gyroscopes with precession and partial failures, based on a coupled quadrature oscillator.
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Voltage-based light dimming, an immediately recognisable effect to night-time pilots.
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Strobe light system causes realistic distracting flashes in clouds.
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St. Elmo’s Fire and static discharge on static wicks and windshields in severe weather.
- Mathematically accurate VOR and ADF signal attenuation and noise degradation.
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Physics-based instrument needles bounce and respond to aerodynamic forces.
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Functional exterior elements: chocks, pitot covers, engine covers, gear downlock pins and ground power generator. Pitot cover flags blow in the wind.
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Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) simulation and warm-up based on instrument panel temperature.
- Improper engine management will slowly damage engines to failure.
- Carbon Monoxide leaks are possible and can be detected with the CO detector.
- State saving for fuel, radio selection, radio frequency memory, cabin aesthetics etc.
- Crew/Passenger oxygen depletes according to pressure altitude and passenger occupancy.
- Ultra-custom dynamic registration number system for livery creators.
Checklists
Over 600 checklist items are provided for 62 Normal, Abnormal and Emergency procedures in textual form in the manual and in-game, using the MSFS native checklist system with control and instrument highlighting. If it’s in the checklist, it’s settable in the aircraft!
Sounds
Black Square’s Starship features a custom soundset created by Boris Audio Works, recorded from the real aircraft. High quality engine and cockpit sounds will immerse you in the simulation. Sounds such as engine starting are not mere recordings, but instead many layered sounds, constructed based on the underlying simulation.
Flight Dynamics
The Starship features a flight model with performance to match the real-world aircraft, based on real Starship owner feedback and in-flight data. Engine and aerodynamic performance should be within 2% of POH values, though no two engines are ever the same. The flight model uses the most up-to-date features available in MSFS, such as CFD propeller and stall physics, and SU15 improved ground handling and flexible tyre physics. Engine damage and fouling produces a rough-running engine and decreased performance.
INSTRUMENTATION/EQUIPMENT LIST
Main Panel
- ASI-850A Airspeed Indicator (ASI)
- ALI-850A Altitude/Vertical Speed Indicator (ALI)
- PFD-870 Primary Flight Display (PFD)
- ND-870 Navigation Display (ND)
- ECD-870 Engine/Caution Display (EICAS)
- MFD-870 Multifunction Display (MFD)
- CDU-850A Control Display Unit (CDU)
- SDU-640A Sensor Display Unit (SDU)
- RTU-870A Radio Tuning Units (RTU)
- CHP-850 Course/Heading Panel (CHP)
- AAP-850 Altitude Awareness Panel (AAP)
- MSP-850A Autopilot Mode Select Panel (MSP)
- APP-85D Autopilot Panel (APP)
- ARINC 429 Digital Clock
- Reversionary & Switching Panel (Pilot/Copilot/Center)
- Airspeed, Attitude & Altitude Standby Instrumentation
Other Equipment & LRUs
- ADC-850 Air Data Computer (ADC)
- FMC-851A Flight Management Computer (FMC)
- EDC-850 Engine Data Concentrator (EDC)
- DAU-850 Data Acquisition Unit (DAU)
- FCC-850 Flight Control Computer (FCC)
- DBU-850 Data Base Unit (DBU)
- RTA-854 Weather Radar (TWR)
- Angle of Attack Indicator (AOA)
- Garmin GNS 430 (GNS)
- HF-9000 High Frequency Communication Transceiver (HF)
Electrical/Miscellaneous
- 172+ Circuit Breakers
- Voltmeters & Ammeters
- Fire Detector & Extinguishers
- Pneumatic Pressure Indicators
- Fuel Temperature & Quantity Indicators
- Oxygen Pressure Indicator
- Cabin Temperature Indicator
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
Reno Night Enhanced
Reno is a city belonging to the US state of Nevada, and is located in Washoe County. Founded in 1868 in honor of Jesse L. Reno. This American city is located approximately 51 km north of the capital of Nevada.
The lights have been added for greater realism in the simulator. Are visible at great distances and through a huge area of the city. Not only the buildings, but also the highways and intersections of highways were fully illuminated. Your flight will be totally different with this... Reno is a city belonging to the US state of Nevada, and is located in Washoe County. Founded in 1868 in honor of Jesse L. Reno. This American city is located approximately 51 km north of the capital of Nevada.
The lights have been added for greater realism in the simulator. Are visible at great distances and through a huge area of the city. Not only the buildings, but also the highways and intersections of highways were fully illuminated. Your flight will be totally different with this product.
Omaha And Missouri River Bridges On Sale
The Missouri River, Big Muddy, is the longest river in the USA and flows into the Mississippi River at St Louis. This package covers a 300 mile section of the Missouri from Sioux City, 100 miles north of Omaha, south to the northern outskirts of Kansas City. It also covers a 30 mile stretch of the Platte River which flows into the Missouri on the southern edge of Omaha City.
One of the photos shows the coverage area. The package complements the Kansas and Missouri River Bridges package w... The Missouri River, Big Muddy, is the longest river in the USA and flows into the Mississippi River at St Louis. This package covers a 300 mile section of the Missouri from Sioux City, 100 miles north of Omaha, south to the northern outskirts of Kansas City. It also covers a 30 mile stretch of the Platte River which flows into the Missouri on the southern edge of Omaha City.
One of the photos shows the coverage area. The package complements the Kansas and Missouri River Bridges package which covers the rest of the Missouri River to KSUS on the outskirts of St Louis.
39 default or missing bridges have been replaced by original bridge models with architecturally correct style and dimensions. Night lighting has been applied where appropriate.
POI’s have been placed beside the bridges which are listed below with the number of bridges at those locations. Typically when there are more than one bridge at a location the bridges were built at different times with different styles or sizes.
Missouri River Bridges from North to South:
Veterans Bridge
I-29 Riverside Bridges
Sioux City Rail Bridge
Sgt Floyd Memorial Bridge
Burt County Bridge
Blair Bridge
Mormon Bridges (2)
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
Gerald Ford Fwy Bridge
UP Rail Bridge
I-80 Missouri River Bridge
South Omaha Veterans Bridge
Bellvue Bridge
34th Infantry Div. Bridge
Plattsmouth Pipeline Bridge
Plattsmouth Rail Bridges (2)
Plattsmouth Toll Bridge
Nebraska City Bridge
BriownvilleBridge
Rulo Rail Bridge
Rulo Missouri River Bridge
St Joseph Rail Swing Bridge
Pony Express Bridges (2)
Atchison Rail Bridge
Amelia Earhart Bridge
I-435 North Bridge
Centennial Bridge
Platte River Bridges, East to West:
La Platte Bridge
BNSF Platte River rail Bridges (2)
Louisville Bridge (2)
I-80 Platte River Bridge
Ashland Bridge
Ashland Rail Bridge
New Jersey South Bridges On Sale
This is a package of 51 modeled bridges replacing the defaults in the area of New Jersey south of JFK airport from the Raritan River south to Cape May. The area covered is shown in one of the photos. The bridges models are representative of the real life architectural style and dimensions. Night lighting has been applied where appropriate. Water fixes are also done to show the multitude of boats and marinas in the area.
Photogrammetry should be ON.
The bridges modeled have POI’s ... This is a package of 51 modeled bridges replacing the defaults in the area of New Jersey south of JFK airport from the Raritan River south to Cape May. The area covered is shown in one of the photos. The bridges models are representative of the real life architectural style and dimensions. Night lighting has been applied where appropriate. Water fixes are also done to show the multitude of boats and marinas in the area.
Photogrammetry should be ON.
The bridges modeled have POI’s and are listed below:
Raritan River Rail Bridge
Victory Bridge, Raritan River
Edison Bridge, Raritan River
Vieser Bridge, Raritan River
Driscoll Bridge, Raritan River
Basilone Bridge, Raritan River
Goodkind Bridges (2), Raritan River
Albany St Bridge, Raritan River
New Brunswick Rail Bridge, Raritan River
Lynch Memorial Bridge, Raritan River
Landing Lane Bridge, Raritan River
Sandy Hook Bridge, Sandy Hook
Oceanic Bridge, Rumson
Sea Bright Bridge, Sea Bright
Rt 35 Shark River Bridge
Shark River Drawbridge
Shark River Bridge
Delmar Drawbridge, Shark River
Brielle DrawBridge, Manasquan River
Churchill Bridge, Manasquan River
Beaver Dam Rd Bridge
Mantoloking Bridge
Mathis Bridge, Toms River
Tunney Bridge, Toms River
Manahawkin Bay Bridge (2)
Brigantine Bridge
Beach Rail Bridge, Atlantic City
Atlantic City Expy Bridge
JFK Longport Bridge
Ocean Dr Bridge
Cooper Bridge
Stainton Causeway
Egg Harbor Bridges (2)
Roosevelt Blvd Bridge
Corson Inlet Bridge
Strathmere Bascule Bridge
Sea Isle Blvd Bridge
Townsends Inlet Bridge
Ingram Thorofare Bridge
Gull Island Thorofare Bridge
Stone Harbor Bridge
Grassy Sound Bridges (3)
Redding Bridge
Middle Thorofare Bridge (3), Wildwood, Cape May.
Southampton Night Enhanced
Portsmouth is a port city in the county of Hampshire, England. It is located in the south of the country. Its urban agglomeration has 735 thousand inhabitants, including the neighboring city of Southampton. The city was for many years a base of the British Royal Navy.
Southampton is the largest port city on the UK's south coast. It is the closest town to the New Forest and lies between Portsmouth and Bournemouth. It was a locality belonging to Hampshire, and was upgraded to city status i... Portsmouth is a port city in the county of Hampshire, England. It is located in the south of the country. Its urban agglomeration has 735 thousand inhabitants, including the neighboring city of Southampton. The city was for many years a base of the British Royal Navy.
Southampton is the largest port city on the UK's south coast. It is the closest town to the New Forest and lies between Portsmouth and Bournemouth. It was a locality belonging to Hampshire, and was upgraded to city status in the local government reorganization on April 1, 1997.
The lights have been added for greater realism in the simulator. Are visible at great distances and through a huge area of the city. Not only the buildings, but also the highways and intersections of highways were fully illuminated. Your flight will be totally different with this product.
Los Angeles Modern City On Sale
A re-design of Los Angeles, we bring out the best of MSFS in build photogrammetry around the city area, by fixing textures, structure, bridges, shores and added back many missing buildings and features. The main objective of this scenery is to show MSFS's USA photogrammetry at its best, with addition of feature buildings to further enhance the simulation experience.
It is the Los Angeles city come from our USA Modern Cities series. Therefore buyers of USA Modern Cities Vol. 1 may NOT need it... A re-design of Los Angeles, we bring out the best of MSFS in build photogrammetry around the city area, by fixing textures, structure, bridges, shores and added back many missing buildings and features. The main objective of this scenery is to show MSFS's USA photogrammetry at its best, with addition of feature buildings to further enhance the simulation experience.
It is the Los Angeles city come from our USA Modern Cities series. Therefore buyers of USA Modern Cities Vol. 1 may NOT need it.
Features
1. over 60 handcrafted building models
2. beautiful night effects
3. included bridges,cranes,banks,etc
4. compatible with other developer airport addons
5. it can be used with the photogrammetry turned off
6. includes SoFi Stadium and other stadiums nearby
7. you can activate/deactivate the SoFi stadium with our small app included
8. compatible with iniBuilds KLAX (set LA city scenery layer below)
NAS Key West V2
Skydesigners is proud to introduce you their latest scenery: Naval Air Station Key West for Microsoft Flight Simulator!
Located in the famous Florida Keys, The Boca Chica Field, also known as Naval Air Station Key West, is located on Boca Chica Key, four miles (6 km) east of the central district of Key West.
The Airfield belongs to the Fighter Composite Squadron 111 (VFC-111) using the F-5N Tiger, and an aggressor fighter for Dogfight Training as the Strike Fighter Squadron 106 (VFA 106) ... Skydesigners is proud to introduce you their latest scenery: Naval Air Station Key West for Microsoft Flight Simulator!
Located in the famous Florida Keys, The Boca Chica Field, also known as Naval Air Station Key West, is located on Boca Chica Key, four miles (6 km) east of the central district of Key West.
The Airfield belongs to the Fighter Composite Squadron 111 (VFC-111) using the F-5N Tiger, and an aggressor fighter for Dogfight Training as the Strike Fighter Squadron 106 (VFA 106) using F/A 18 Super Hornets. The NAS Key West is for the first time depicted in MSFS during the 2005-2010 period. Scenery Specifications :
- Hand placed buildings and vegetation polygons to match reality- Photoreal textured Buildings, as accurate as reality- Night Lighting- Numerous Static Aircraft such as F-18 Hornets, F5 Tigers, E2C Hawkeye, Gulfstream G-159, SH-60 SeaHawk, HH-60 Jayhawk, and much more, with accur|ate registrations and Bureau Numbers. - Accurate Aprons and Taxiways in accordance with the available charts. - Many Goodies and eye candies such as Marshalls, US Navy personnel, and other objects to make the scenery more immersive. - NAS Key West North Heliport added. - United States Coast Guard Station Key West added with dedicated LZ. - Other Civilian Landing Zones around Key West for civilian and military operations. V2 Changelog:
- Complete Remodel of all Vehicles, Aircraft and buildings, with increased detail and poly count, added effects. - Added New Ground Crew personnel, maintenance and US Navy objects from our library. - Added Weathering, Oil, Dirt effects on dedicated aprons- Corrected Missing Lighting on Runway- Added the whole Key West downtown improvement including cruise ships and two civilian Landing Zones. - Improvement of the whole Key West downtown area with dedicated Trees, and night lighting. - Added the NAS Key West North Heliport with cold and dark parking spots and starting points. - Added the USCG Station Key West with a helicopter starting point.
Sim Rate Changer Pro
Enhance your flight simulation experience with Sim Rate Changer Pro - flying has never been easier or faster.
As the most comprehensive sim rate management tool available, Sim Rate Changer Pro delivers a streamlined and intuitive interface, allowing you to effortlessly adjust the simulation speed. With just a simple button press, instantly increase or decrease the sim rate to match your needs.
Customize your experience with powerful features designed for maximum convenience. Automaticall... Enhance your flight simulation experience with Sim Rate Changer Pro - flying has never been easier or faster.
As the most comprehensive sim rate management tool available, Sim Rate Changer Pro delivers a streamlined and intuitive interface, allowing you to effortlessly adjust the simulation speed. With just a simple button press, instantly increase or decrease the sim rate to match your needs.
Customize your experience with powerful features designed for maximum convenience. Automatically revert to the standard 1x sim rate upon descending below 10,000 feet, or enable sim rate adjustments only when the tool is actively open—the choice is completely yours. Plus, all your settings are seamlessly saved between flights, so you can always pick up exactly where you left off.
Set an automatic timer from as short as 2 minutes to as long as 2 hours, enabling you to step away confidently, knowing you'll return precisely when the simulation returns to normal speed. Changed your plans? Simply cancel the timer and immediately resume standard operation.
Stay informed and in control at all times—when minimized, Sim Rate Changer Pro continues to display your current sim rate and remaining timer duration clearly, ensuring you're always aware of your simulation status.
Unlock unparalleled flexibility, convenience, and precision for your flights with Sim Rate Changer Pro—the ultimate sim rate tool on the market.
SEPECAT Jaguar
We are proud to bring the mythical Jaguar* to Flight Simulator, marking a historic moment as the first officially licensed Dassault* military aircraft ever developed for public flight simulation.
The SEPECAT Jaguar is an emblem born from a Franco-British cooperation, and left its mark on military aviation history with its sleek design and combat efficiency.
It is a supersonic jet attack aircraft originally used by the British Royal Air Force and the French Air Force in the close air supp... We are proud to bring the mythical Jaguar* to Flight Simulator, marking a historic moment as the first officially licensed Dassault* military aircraft ever developed for public flight simulation.
The SEPECAT Jaguar is an emblem born from a Franco-British cooperation, and left its mark on military aviation history with its sleek design and combat efficiency.
It is a supersonic jet attack aircraft originally used by the British Royal Air Force and the French Air Force in the close air support and nuclear strike role, and exported to many countries.
Its legacy endures through aircraft still in service in some air forces and its influence on the development of modern fighter jets.
This project is the result of over a year of dedicated development, pushing our standards higher than ever. We wanted to create the most accurate and immersive experience, staying true to its unique flight characteristics and operational feel. Throughout the journey, we have listened closely to the community, shaping the project based on your feedback.
As our community was very much in demand for the British GR1 variant, we developed a complete exterior model for this version in addition to the French Jaguar A.
This is a fully native MSFS 2024 aircraft, built from the ground up using the new modular architecture, taking full advantage of the platform’s capabilities.
Features**
- Highly detailed 3D model based on 3D scan
- Ultra high resolution textures based on photoscan
- Distinct exterior models for A and GR1 variants
- 16 liveries including both versions
- GR1 model with overwing weapons
- Immersive sound package crafted by Echo19
- Bespoke AI (multiplayer) sounds
- Various and settable payload, including weapons
- Flight model developed with the help of former Jaguar pilots
- Exterior payload has an impact on aerodynamic performance
- Fully animated cockpit, including all switches, buttons, breakers, mirrors, etc
- Custom hydraulic system
- Replicated fuel system with functional fuel transfer, fuel dumping and external tank implementation
- Faithful electrical circuits with functional breakers
- Radio-navigation capabilities (VOR, ILS, TACAN, GPS)
- Sophisticated interior and exterior lighting
- Operational heads up display (HUD)
- Ground equipment including GPU and animated covers animated with relative wind
- Highly detailed pilot model, optionally visible in cockpit view
- Custom and natural pilot animations
- Two helmet variants (Gallet LA100/Guenau 316)
- Many custom-made effects (engine heat blur, afterburner, wingtip vortices)
- Canopy can be jettisoned
- Faithful wingflex animation
- Functional autopilot
- Custom EFB (Electronic Flight Bag) to manage numerous aircraft settings
- GNS 430 and GTN 650 (TDS Sim & PMS50) units for GPS navigation
- Interactive checklists with copilot actions
- Comprehensive flight manual available on our website
- Paintkit to download on our website
Exclusive native MSFS 2024 features
- Functional weapons systems (see below)
- Interactive walk-around actions
- Better graphic quality (textures, windshield)
- Functional landing drag chute with animated deployment and release
- Tire deformation
- Improved performance optimization
- More realistic hydraulics and fuel systems, based on modular architecture
Weapons system includes missiles and bombs release, external fuel tank jettison and a working cannon.
All weapons follow realistic trajectories, with smooth animations from the pylon to the impact zone, and accurate visual effects (at day and night) both in-flight and on impact.
Our weapons system is purely visual and does not cause actual damage to the environment or other aircraft. Weapons are not shared in multiplayer and cannot aim real targets.
Please note that both A and GR1 variants share the same interior (cockpit) based on the Jaguar A. A specific GR1 cockpit may be considered in the future.
This aircraft is compatible with MSFS 2024 only. You can find the MSFS 2020 version on a different product page. If you already purchased the product on MSFS 2020, you have the possibility to upgrade to the 2024 version for a small fee.
Please download the manual on our website to see all implemented features on both platforms.
Always aware of the room for improvement, periodic updates are already planned to improve the aircraft based on the feedback, do not hesitate to contact us.
*Trademark of DASSAULT Aviation.
Official DASSAULT Aviation product.
**Common to MSFS 2020 & 2024 version.
Kinsarvik, Norway
GENERAL
This scenery is based around Vetlemoen Heliport, Airlift AS' base in Kinsarvik, and Statkraft (National Energy Company) facilities in the surrounding area. Kinsarvik is a part of a scenic area known as Hardanger in Norway. Hardanger is home to Folgefonna, Norway's third largest glacier, fjords, mountains, and the popular Trolltunga (Troll's Tongue).
ABOUT AIRLIFT BASE KINSARVIK – ENW1V
Vetlemoen Heliport was established in 1987 and includes a hangar and a small housing complex... GENERAL
This scenery is based around Vetlemoen Heliport, Airlift AS' base in Kinsarvik, and Statkraft (National Energy Company) facilities in the surrounding area. Kinsarvik is a part of a scenic area known as Hardanger in Norway. Hardanger is home to Folgefonna, Norway's third largest glacier, fjords, mountains, and the popular Trolltunga (Troll's Tongue).
ABOUT AIRLIFT BASE KINSARVIK – ENW1V
Vetlemoen Heliport was established in 1987 and includes a hangar and a small housing complex for the crews on duty. The hangar can fit 5 AS350/H125 helicopters but is usually serving 2-3 of them. Additionally, an A109E used for Human External Cargo (HEC) operations is based in Kinsarvik.
In Kinsarvik the Airlift Part-145 organization can provide line-maintenance for the AS350/H125 and the A109E, as well as base-maintenance for the AS350/H125.
The maximum permitted D-value is 13. 1m, SAR/POLICE/HOSP exempt. The Super Puma drops by sometimes, on special approval from the authorities. SAR and HEMS operators regularly visit to refuel (AW101/H135/H145).
The heliport uses the Norwegian G-class airspace unicom frequency of 123. 500MHz.
See appendix A for recommended approach and departure routes. The South-Eastern approach/departure is particularly scenic, taking you over the amazing waterfalls of Husedalen valley.
ABOUT AIRLIFT AS
Airlift AS was founded in 1986, and acquired local Kinsarvik helicopter company, Helikopterteneste, in 1999.
As of March 2025, Airlift AS operates the following fleet:
- 18 AS350/H125
- 3 AW169
- 1 A109E
- 1 AS332C
Airlift has bases at Bringeland (Main base), Kinsarvik, Flesland, Hovden, Kjevik, Torp, Gardermoen, Frosta, Tromsø and Hammerfest.
The AS350 is the workhorse of the onshore helicopter market in Norway, and Airlift's onshore operation is focused on Helicopter External Sling-Load Operations (HESLO), commonly known as longline (or utility) operations. The main driving force for onshore helicopter operations in Norway is the energy sector and is mainly focused on the hydroelectric industry. Helicopters are used in all phases of hydroelectric infrastructure construction and maintenance in areas not accessible by roads.
This ranges from flying building materials for concrete formwork, concrete, foundations for powerline towers, assembly of powerline towers, stringing of powerlines, to later support of the same infrastructure. Other uses are photo/filming, powerline inspections, geological survey flights, shipborne expeditions, arctic operations, charter and sightseeing. Kinsarvik is strategically placed by the Hardangervidda plateau, which is also a National Park. There are a lot of cabins in that area, and they use helicopters from Kinsarvik to resupply provisions.
The A109E is used for HEC-operations, primarily installing and changing powerline obstacle marker balls. The nature of this operation means that the A109E is rarely in Kinsarvik, except for line-maintenance.
Airlift's 3 AW169s operate on a contract for the Norwegian Coastal Administration for Marine Pilot Operations in Bergen and Hammerfest, as well as in support of the Police in Northern Norway. The Marine Pilot Operation is a Helicopter Hoist Operation and is flown day or night (NVG) VFR and IFR.
The AS332C is used as a heavy lifter and specializes in global flare-tip change operations for offshore installations.
ABOUT THE INCLUDED HELIPADS
The mountains around Mauranger are well suited to use water run-off from the glacier and is home to a complex infrastructure of power stations and reservoirs. It holds several sites related to a vast network of tunnels for water between the reservoirs, where valves can be opened and closed to steer water where it is needed for power generation. Several of those sites are included in this package. Typical missions are flying personnel and equipment from Mauranger Hydroelectric Power Station to the various sites. Below is a listing of the included sites. See Appendix B for an overview of some of the infrastructure in the area.
Additionally, a helipad near the scenic Trolltunga is included. This was built used for ease of transportation of Statkraft personnel from Ringedalen.
- Mauranger Hydroelectric Powerstation – ENW7G – Parking 0
- Vinduet – ENW6K – Parking 2
- Kvanngrøvatnet – ENW5R – Parking 2
- Jukla East – ENW3Y – Parking 2
- Trolltunga Helipad – ENW4Z – Parking 3
SIMULATOR TECHNICAL DETAILS
The helicopter parkings should be spawnable with the Asobo H125, but may not work with other helicopter types. There are also included spawnable areas for float planes near each site.
There are also included spawnable areas for float-planes near each site.