Stephen Posted November 20 Report Posted November 20 NEWS! - AOA Simulations updates both the T-7A Red Hawk and T-6A Texan II AOA (Angle of Attack) Simulations have done a simultaneous update for both the T-7A Red Hawk and T-6A Texan ll. These are not big updates per se, and mostly released to convert both aircraft to the latest SASL plugin version to v3.17.3. T-7 Red Hawk The Boeing/Saab T-7 Red Hawk, originally known as the Boeing T-X, is an American/Swedish advanced jet trainer developed by Boeing Defense, Space & Security in partnership with Saab Group. It was selected on 27 September 2018 by the United States Air Force (USAF) as the winner of the T-X program to replace the Northrop T-38 Talon. There is no version number for the T-7A, it is just noted as "19th November 2024" release. Changelog includes; Updated SASL plugin to version 3.17.3 Fixed GPS D' direct' function that X-Plane 12.new G1000 background processes broke. Adapted flight model for X-Plane 12.1.2 Low speed handling improvements. Autopilot airpseed, altitude and vertical speed “step” improvements. Improved APC (Approach Power Compensation) lua code. Added “revision mode” to backup and primary cockpit displays when the HUD is switched OFF. Added Hot Brake status displays now that X-Plane 12.1.2 has functioning brake temp data refs. X-PlaneReviews full T-7A review is here: Aircraft Review : T-7A Red Hawk X-Plane 12 by Angle of Attack _____________ T-6A Texan ll The T-6A Texan II is a single-engine, two-seat primary trainer aircraft designed for military pilot training. Manufactured by Beechcraft Defense Company, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation, the T-6A is widely used by the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and several allied nations for undergraduate pilot training programs. The T-6A is based on the Swiss Pilatus PC-9 but modified for U.S. military requirements, including avionics and ejection systems. Version 2.3 XP12 (November 19th 2024) - Updated SASL plugin to version 3.17.3 - Fixed GPS D function that X-Plane 12.1.2 new G1000 background processes broke. - Adapted flight model for X-Plane 12.1.2 - Fixed SASL plugin/LUA script fuel gauge bug. Fuel quantity gauge; left needle reading from right fuel tank quantity. Notable also is an earlierT-6A v2.2 Update on the 3rd October 2024 - GPS fix - Custom PT6A engine right exhaust heat blur. X-Plane by default only has 1 exhaust heat blur per engine whereas the PT6A engine has two exhaust stacks, so we had to add the second exhaust blur as a custom particle effect. - We updated the two default liveries with exhaust stains on the right side of the aircraft nose and above the right wings as seen on real T-6As. The rest of the liveries will be updated and one at a time and posted on the freeware download manager when they are ready. X-PlaneReviews full T-6A review is here: Aircraft Review: AOASimulations-T6A Texan II X-Plane 12 Both the T-7A Red Hawk and the T-6A Texan ll can be updated via your account on the X-Plane.OrgStore. _______________________ The T-7A Red Hawk XP12 and T-6A Texan ll by AOA Simulations are both now available from the X-Plane.Org Store: T-7A Red Hawk XP12 Priced at US$36.00 Requirements X-Plane 12 or X-Plane 11 (both versions included) 8 GB+ VRAM Recommended Download Size: 419 MB Current version: XP12 2.0 (November 19th 2024) Advanced Features SASL 3.16.1 based plug-in system “Roll to See” dynamic pilot POV camera option (non-VR mode) points pilot camera based on pitch, roll and G forces "Target Track" points, locks and follows AI planes with pilot camera Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System Fly from forward or aft cockpits as student or instructor "Virtual" ground and In-Flight Refueling capability Track-IR and VR compatible AviTab tablet integration (Download AviTab plugin separately) Cockpit based on preliminary assessment of prototype T-X screen shots Head Up Display Up Front 32 points touch screen control and display panel Large format glass panel with embedded G1000 color moving map Multiple sub panel page options Dedicated engine data display T-6A Texan II Price at time of writing US$40.00 Requirements: X-Plane 12 or 11 Windows , Mac (M1/M2 Supported), Linux 8 GB+ VRAM Recommended Download Size: 409 MB Current version: 2.3 (November 19th 2024) Features: This model was developed using the official USAF 1T-6A-1 Flight Manual and SNFO (Student Naval Flight Officer) P-880 Aircraft Systems explanatory guide. Two default liveries, USAF and U.S. Navy TAW-5. 17 additional liveries will be available on the X-Plane.org freeware download manager. This is the T-6A model with federated (many small units combined into one system) glass display panels. The project has been in development since February 23, 2020 and is our most detailed model to date. The Model High quality 3D model with high-resolution, 4K PBR textures. Fully functional virtual front and rear 3D cockpits with more than 380 control manipulators. Everything works, fly from either cockpit. Both pilot and instructor models visible in cockpit views. Optimized to save FPS in VR. Ground equipment The Flight model Fully aerobatic, high performance dynamic flight model tested and approved by several former T-6A pilots. Single “Power Lever” control of engine and propeller enables "jet like" simplicity. Unique T-6 Trim Aid Device (TAD) is accurately modeled. This compensates for most engine torque effect with automatic rudder trim. Sounds Professional FMOD sound package by SimAccoustics Documentation Detailed 38 page User Guide and detailed avionics illustrated guide sheets available HERE ON OUR SUPPORT PAGE prior to purchase. Several checklists options to choose from including detailed checklist powered by Xchecklist freeware plug-in. Tutorial checklist and example Training Flight to get you up to speed with the aircraft. More details All panel displays are accurately modeled and powered by SASL plugin / lua code Complete electrical systems model. Every circuit breaker on both the battery and generator bus panels is functional. Individual systems can be isolated, failed and restored via its cockpit circuit breaker. Optional "AOA Extras" for student pilots or those who want to know a little more about what's going on with while the fly. Save load feature allows you to save some options once and they are the same on your next flight in the model. Default Laminar G1000 available to use with a custom database in the panel mounted GPS unit. Future developments This model is for X-Plane 11 only. It is not compatible with X-Plane 12. When X-Plane 12 is stable then a new version will be released as a free upgrade for existing users. ___________________________ News! by Stephen Dutton 20th November 2024 Copyright©2024: 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
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