Stephen Posted July 21, 2023 Report Share Posted July 21, 2023 NEWS! - Aircraft Release : Daher Kodiak 100 - DGS Series XP12 by Thranda Design Wasn't that the Quest Kodiak? yes same aircraft, but now produced by the French aircraft manufacturer Daher since 2019. So this is the X-Plane 12 version of the Quest/Daher Kodiak 100. The Quest version stays the same for X-Plane 11 from Thranda, for X-Plane 12 it is basically now a different name, but also only available only for X-Plane 12 because of mostly the different dynamic features and the larger size 8K textures required. Feature list is of course HUGE! X-Plane 12 exclusive New Daher Kodiak 100 simulation Part of the Dynamic Generation Series Ground Proximity Warning System Option to swap autopilot between G1000 bezel and S-TEC55 New 8k highly detailed textures Updated and improved 3D model Upgraded plugin to SASL 3.16, with full support for new Apple processors Uses X-Plane 12's new windshield rain and ice effects SkunkCrafts Auto updater Includes landplane and amphibian seaplane variants Two different interiors and seat configurations: Timberline or Executive Superb material realism - inside and outside, using full PBR features Dynamic Livery Editor - create your new livery while in the sim! Two presets: classic Quest livery, and newer Daher livery Comprehensive menu system with per-passenger Weight and Balance Manager, audio controls, custom slew controls, livery selection, aircraft configuration etc. Swappable pilot and copilot figures Many options, including wheel fairings, tundra tires, skis, mud flaps Aircraft visuals Amazingly deep 3D mesh throughout, based on actual CAD model of the real plane High resolution 8k textures and detailed PBR materials Dynamic Livery generator - generate dozens of livery varieties within minutes, live, while in-sim High quality textures (over 1000 pix/m!) PBR dynamic interior window reflections with realistic scratches and imperfections Window and instrument reflections that emulate sense of depth Numerous covers, tie-downs, chocks, caps - all accessible via menu Modelled and functional GPU Custom lighting throughout (custom strobe flash pattern, custom halos, custom lighting logic) Pulsing landing light option Gimballed internal 3D lights throughout, which cast light on the surfaces they point to (HDR mode) Lifelike, realistically animated Pilot and Co-pilot figures (Co-pilot figure appears/disappears depending on weight) Features a Cargo mode, which covers windows and rearranges the passenger compartment for cargo operations. Cargo that appears and disappears, depending on weight set (in Cargo mode) Detailed engine model under cowlings that can be opened All chrome and reflective materials look realistic in X-Plane, thanks to PBR Extremely detailed and realistic panel, G1000 glass, and steam gauge glass, which is also night-lighting responsive, and features Fresnel effect. Slick 2D pop-up (actually, 'fly-out') window, giving you quick access to all the plane's extra features. Animated air conditioning gimbals throughout. Custom and X-plane default camera presets Hideable cargo pod with doors that can be opened, revealing cargo inside that changes depending on the weight that is set in the pod Open cargo pod doors respond to prop wash or weather wind by oscillating back and forth. Electric tug, to tow the plane (based on a real-life tug model controlled via smartphone.) Flight dynamics and systems Laminar's built-in G1000, which features procedures and synthetic vision Extremely accurate flight dynamics, arrived at with the help of in-house real-time visual tools (Fully updated to X-Plane 12, including water model) Smoke in the cockpit can be brought under control by pulling the 'Firewall Air' via knob on panel. Cargo pod and wheel pants affect aerodynamics realistically Adding cargo pod enables use of weight and balance manager to determine load. Docking Hold Mode for amphibian, which holds the plane in place as if it were tied to the dock, but allows it to rock around with the waves Interface and usability Fly-out pop-up menu featuring six menus: - General (mode, tug, cargo pod, reflections, lights, etc. options) - Livery selector for pre-painted liveries (X-Plane standard system, with animated previews that look great) or switch to dynamic liveries, where you can edit and create your own liveries quickly with the provided tools - Improved dynamic real-time weight-and-balance manager with full scroll support, metric/imperial switching, cargo pod option, ability to load a saved configuration - Camera: select camera snap points visually, or use X-Plane's internal camera preset system, with an added visual interface. - Audio: Mix 6 aspects of audio in the plane, via scrollable volume faders, to get the mix just right for your taste - Slew mode allows you to place your plane in real time in 3D, temporarily bypassing X-plane's aerodynamics. - Misc menu allows access to skis, bush tires, mud flaps, cargo version, executive version, synthetic vision in G1000, autopilot choice (G1000 bezel or S-TEC55), and anti-ice option Advanced sound system Doppler effects are sensitive to how the camera is behaving in relation to the plane. (No more screeching when dollying camera towards the plane.) High fidelity, multi-track fmod sounds, simulating multiple layers of engine and prop sounds, depending on camera angle, distance, atmospheric conditions etc. Different for front of plane vs. back of plane. Panning around the plane yields stunning 3D audio effects Audio positioning is clearly discernible; move around the engine compartment and the sound origin clearly shifts depending on where the camera is pointing. Individual buttons and switches in the cockpit each have their own sound origin, which is mapped across the stereo spectrum. Gimballed AC vents Ambient sounds Realistic electrical sounds, based on bus load and other factors. (Sounds actually give you clues as to what's happening under the hood.) Yoke, throttle quadrant, brake handle etc. make friction sounds that are proportional to their movements, both in pitch and in volume. Combustion roar sound typical for turboprop engines - recorded from real PT6 engine Outside wind intensity is affected by slip and AOA. (The more the surface area of the fuselage is hit by oncoming wind, the louder the sounds) Thranda's "Dynamic Generation Series" is part of the feature list. More about the DGS Series The main feature of the new Kodiak is, 8k textures throughout, with a pixel density of over 1000 pixels per meter. Other things have been updated and brought into full XP12 compatibility, and the dynamic livery editor has been greatly enhanced, to include dirt/scratches layers and a modern/classic livery set. This is a paid upgrade of US$34.95. Designed by Thranda Design Support forum for the Daher Kodiak 100 ___________________________ The Daher Kodiak 100 - DGS Series XP12 by Thranda Design is now available from the X-Plane.Org Store here: Daher Kodiak 100 - DGS Series XP12 Price at time of writing US$34.95 Requirements: X-Plane 12 (not for XP11) Windows, Mac or Linux 8 GB+ VRAM Recommended Current version 1.0 (July 20th 2023) ___________________________ News by Stephen Dutton 20th July 2023 Copyright©2023: X-Plane Reviews (Disclaimer. All images and text in this review are the work and property of X-PlaneReviews, no sharing or copy of the content is allowed without consent from the author as per copyright conditions) All Rights Reserved Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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