B-17 Accusim Released!!!

[Kiwikat]

GO AND GET HER NOW!!!

http://www.a2asimulations.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=3&products_id=39

[BOOM]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TY for the HU!!! WOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! INCOMING!!!!!!!!!!!

[hammer353]

:jump::jump::jump::jump::jump::jump::jump::jump:

[Rezabrya]

Downloading now! Woke up at just the right time. Thanks A2A for releasing this thing over my spring break! I can get some quality time in with this bird.

[Lewis-A2A]

First one to Panther with a runaway turbo wins! :ernae:

[Kiwikat]

Wow, 60 FPS in the VC. This is truly what FSX is about. This looks like yet another FSX legend from A2A.

Scott even called me on the phone to make sure everything installed right! That's pretty outstanding service! :salute:

[Snuffy]

Damn!

Gotta wait till I get home from work! :kilroy:

[OleBoy]

Thanks for the heads up. I don't know if this one will be above my simming abilities or not. I hope not.


Boy, 333mb!!

DOWNLOADING!!!!!

EDIT: I should have read more before I made such a quick purchase. I just bought the Accusim package, and I don't have the B-17 to use it. :icon_eek::crybaby::censored:

[spotlope]

Got it! It's been a long time since I loaded the old warhorse, so this will be my getting reacquainted flight. :salute:

[Scratch]

HOT DANG!!!!!!!

[IanHenry]

Yes, thank you very much!

Ian.
:wavey:

[Kiwikat]

Have any of you tried the AP yet? It is very tricky! It is even worse with turbulence.

Well so far on my first flight I've managed to kill engine 3 because of active sky not initializing temperatures correctly, I forgot the controls lock and smashed my gear after takeoff. This isn't going to be a pretty end lol.

[Lewis-A2A]

Dont worry kiwi, the control lock thing is something I thing all the dev team + testers did at various points. Makes fo some great Panther moments :wavey:

[HercFan]

Have any of you tried the AP yet? It is very tricky! It is even worse with turbulence.

Well so far on my first flight I've managed to kill engine 3 because of active sky not initializing temperatures correctly, I forgot the controls lock and smashed my gear after takeoff. This isn't going to be a pretty end lol.

Focus focus.... These birds could take a beating and come back home. We want a post landing screenie!

[gajit]

1hr 56 mins for the download to complete :jump: :jump: :jump: :jump:

[crashaz]

DOH! Guess I better get Hobbs AAF models completed. Tako_Kichi has done most of the work. Need to finish that 2nd hanger.

[BOOM]

Wow, 60 FPS in the VC. This is truly what FSX is about. This looks like yet another FSX legend from A2A.

Scott even called me on the phone to make sure everything installed right! That's pretty outstanding service! :salute:

Yeah he called me aswell,talk about Product support! Wow! I'll have to wait till after work to try it out

[Kowalski65]

AAArgh! Will need to wait till the weekend......cant....hold..on! Aaaargh!:jump:

On an aside, I have the file "WoP B-17G Flying Fortress" & also the file"WoP2_b17g"..I presume the latter is the one I get the Accusim for? Im sure I got the WoP2 version but just cant remember the download:banghead: <-------ignore that,found I DO definitely have it from my A2A account!

[daytonite_andy]

Well done to all at A2A :ernae:

My Easter weekend is now fully booked........downloading, but won't be able to fly her till Friday. Not sure I'll have my mind on my work :jump:

[Kiwikat]

Ey Kowalski (and andy for that matter!), we will have to do some gamespy flying with this.

It is dying to be flown in formation with some P-47 escorts...

[Kowalski65]

Hell yes Kiwikat! A fleet of these will look amazing, with their "little friends" in attendance!

[daytonite_andy]

Kiwikat,

Count me in. I was sweating 'trying' to fly in formation with you on the D-Day P-51 flight. I've got my nose art picked already (sounds wrong).

First one to break something....:mixedsmi:

Andrew

[Kowalski65]

First one to break something


Well,that will be me :jump:

[tigisfat]

IS this just the old one with Accusim or is it completely updated?

[Kiwikat]

Pretty much everything is updated. The textures are much improved. It is like a completely new aircraft for 30 bucks.

[BOOM]

A2A has released 5 tutorial videos for those of you who like me........will be breaking lots of things and driving my Mechanic nuts!!! :icon_lol:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCLMgLB9Qlo

[tigisfat]

Pretty much everything is updated. The textures are much improved. It is like a completely new aircraft for 30 bucks.

That's what I was wanting to hear. I don't have a problem with old models being used as long as things like textures are updated.

[Rezabrya]

Tig, the exterior is updated, the texturing is updated, as well as the VC, systems, and anything else you could ask for. It is basically a new plane. It's download size shows that (333 mb)

Here are some shots on my flight:

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/Flight%20Simulator%20X/5.jpg

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/Flight%20Simulator%20X/4.jpg

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/Flight%20Simulator%20X/3.jpg

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/Flight%20Simulator%20X/2.jpg

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/Flight%20Simulator%20X/1.jpg

[letsgetrowdy]

OMG Excuse whilst I change my pants

[gajit]

Just superb - well done A2A

[SirBenn21]

Just a question. Is the $29.99 for the B17 & Accusim combined or do you have to buy the B17 separate?

Thanks

BEN

[MikeH]

Just watched all five Accusim videos & I don't think that anyone could fail to be impressed with this aircraft.

This is simulation of the highest quality & I send my congratulations to all those involved in the development & testing of the Accusim B-17.

Regards

Mike

[Kiwikat]

29.99 is just for Accusim

[txnetcop]

OMG I'm soooooooooooooo in love! Just listen to those engines!!!! 353835393540<input id="gwProxy" type="hidden"><!--Session data--><input onclick="jsCall();" id="jsProxy" type="hidden"><input id="gwProxy" type="hidden"><!--Session data--><input onclick="jsCall();" id="jsProxy" type="hidden">

[SirBenn21]

29.99 is just for Accusim

Thanks. Still a good deal. I'll have to wait for pay day. Damn I'm broke this month. Hopefully VR Simulations would surprise us and release the SuperBug this weekend too!
I feel like the child sitting and watching everyone open there present except me. LOL
Anyway enjoy boys & Girls

Ben

[Kiwikat]

OMG I'm soooooooooooooo in love!

Same here. I'm doing my world hoplist with it right now. I'm over FTX Tasmania and it can only be described as FSX heaven. This is far nicer than I ever hoped it would be.

There's just something peaceful about the B-17. Maybe it is the shape or the low hum of the engines. Whatever it is, it doesn't get much better!

[txnetcop]

Where the heck is MUD?????? You'd a thought he woulda been first in line!3541<input id="gwProxy" type="hidden"><!--Session data--><input onclick="jsCall();" id="jsProxy" type="hidden">

[Ian Warren]

Pilot to Bomb aim,r , you have the plane , Roger ! Credit Card Away :salute:
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[blazefox2]

omg i cant wait to buy it but unfortuanately i will have to wait untill june :(
right now im in springfield misery with my mom lol

(am downloading the accusim j-3 now :mixedsmi:

[Roadburner440]

I just picked it up. Don't think I will have a chance to fly it before next week. I will at least get it installed and run the engines up once before going to the in-laws this weekend.. Can't wait to take this bird on a nice long haul flight though.

Edit: You won't be disappointed with the J-3 blaze, just takes forever to fly anywhere, lol. Always refill your oil when you land for gas (if you used all 12 gallons). I learned that the hard way, lol. Is a fun little acrobatic aircraft though.

[MudMarine]

Where the heck is MUD?????? You'd a thought he woulda been first in line!3541<INPUT id=gwProxy type=hidden><!--Session data--><INPUT id=jsProxy onclick=jsCall(); type=hidden>

I was, bought it within the first few moments it went on sale!! Busy day, lots happening, haven't had time to fly.

[Snaker]

OMG I'm soooooooooooooo in love! Just listen to those engines!!!! 353835393540<INPUT id=gwProxy type=hidden><!--Session data--><INPUT id=jsProxy onclick=jsCall(); type=hidden><INPUT id=gwProxy type=hidden><!--Session data--><INPUT id=jsProxy onclick=jsCall(); type=hidden> Hi Txnetcop - does this come with the a2a 3d lights and if so can you use the textures on other planes ?

[Kiwikat]

does this come with the a2a 3d lights and if so can you use the textures on other planes ?

It does come with a2a's 3D lights. What do you mean about the textures though? :kilroy:

[gajit]

I love dropping the bomb load - well done A2A

[Snaker]

It does come with a2a's 3D lights. What do you mean about the textures though? :kilroy:

I thought the lights were just replacement textures but I see that you need to actually "install" them on other planes. I guess the question would be better put - If you purchase the b-17 can you install the lights on other planes ?

[Kiwikat]

I thought the lights were just replacement textures but I see that you need to actually "install" them on other planes. I guess the question would be better put - If you purchase the b-17 can you install the lights on other planes ?

Nope, I am sure that is against the EULA. You would need the separate A2A 3D lights redux package to install them on other planes.

[tigisfat]

Nope, I am sure that is against the EULA. You would need the separate A2A 3D lights redux package to install them on other planes.

I'm sure noone would care if you didn't talk about it or distribute the mods.

[TeiscoDelRay]

How does it fly compared to their other B17? Does the crew movements repeat often or are they varied?

[Shylock]

All I can say is "WoW"

[AussieMan]

Bloody hell ..... CC burning a hole in my wallet but have to wait until I finish my deployment with the flood relief here. Will be home tonight and will depend on how tired I am as to whether I get it tonight or let the cc smoulder another couple of days.

Cheers
Pat

[Scratch]

It even comes with foggers that you can adjust with the mixture control! I just flew over jmigs house and killed all the mosquitos in his backyard. Smoke 'em if you got 'em.:wavey:

My engineer is not amused:kilroy:

This is the best a/c I've ever bought by far. Of course I am partial to the B-17, but dang this sucker is beautiful. The exterior is just plain gorgeous! I've never had so much fun switch flippin and button mashin'.:salute:

[Snuffy]

Now if we can just get a B-24 with Accu-sim :)

[Shylock]

Damn you Snuffy lol. Now I want the B-24 as well. We can hope.

[OleBoy]

I'd like nothing better than to be enjoying the B-17 with everyone that's been flying it. I don't have the actual B-17. But I got the Accusim Expansion!!! Whoopie!!! I was so anxious I just started going through checkout. When I got it downloaded I was all pimply. Problem was, I have to buy the actual B-17 to use it. HAHAHAHA!!!!!!

Oh well. The 15th will get here eventually :rolleyes:

[CG_1976]

Err a B-29 Accu-sim would make me very happy pilot.

[CodyValkyrie]

Err a B-29 Accu-sim would make me very happy pilot.
There's the Stratocruiser 377. It's one and a half B-29's :D. Literally. They fused two and a half B-29 fuselages together to make those planes.

[Snaker]

I'm sure noone would care if you didn't talk about it or distribute the mods.

Just wondering.... will probably have to get this one. It looks like a great plane! Thanks for the replys.

:ernae:

[MudMarine]

What would be cool: MudMarine opinion. Voice activated checklists, pilot (me) says, "Engine start checklist", the co-copilot responds "Check" then begins to read off the procedures you need to follow it get her fired up. I think it would make life in the pit much better so I can concentrate on getting bombs on the target!

[Roadburner440]

You know Mudmarine it's funny you mention that. If you look at the FS2Crew site (might not be you thing commercial liners I don't know) but they are coming out with a package for the PMDG J41 that is totally voice activated. http://www.fs2crew.com/cart/news/43/PMDG-Jetstream-Edition-of-FS2Crew-is-getting-closer-to-Arrival%21.html So people are actively working on this technology for FSX. I myself might feel a little embarassed talking to a computer though, so I myself am not so sure about it. It is a cool feature though.

[MudMarine]

I'm NOT a fan of tube-liners at all, but any move forward in simming is great! I've used voice activation before (IL-2). It is strange talking to your computer (computer on) but i got used to it. I just think it would be cool to have all your stations on the B-17 report in when you asked "All stations report". They could report damage etc....just some thoughts! To me it's about REALSIM and real pilots do communicate with their crews.

[papab]

Anyone else having a problem connecting with A2A forums?

Rick

[Ian Warren]

Most are going to say yeah yeah :sheep: Have a lot off these in New Zealand ... not sure they can skip .. Accisim B17 ... Hmmm im very impressed , current just the simple low alt stuff .. really getting a feel for the aircraft , Im running a DX10 system , the detail ,least to make sure you don't cut yourself on the metal stampings .. course the cowl flaps have been off interest , prop dynamics also equal here .... just loving it
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[Snuffy]

Anyone else having a problem connecting with A2A forums?

Rick

Nope, works fine for me ... sorry

[txnetcop]

Nope I'm on there right now. Clear your cookies on your browser and see what happens
Ted
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[Kowalski65]

What would be cool: MudMarine opinion. Voice activated checklists,

I have "VoiceBuddy" and although I cant get the damn thing to work at the moment(spends all day just "initialising" :( I think that you can set it up for this sort of thing if there is a keyboard key for each checklist (not sure it will work if you cant use a key,but use mouseclicks instead)


Andy

[trisager]

You know Mudmarine it's funny you mention that. If you look at the FS2Crew site (might not be you thing commercial liners I don't know) but they are coming out with a package for the PMDG J41 that is totally voice activated. http://www.fs2crew.com/cart/news/43/PMDG-Jetstream-Edition-of-FS2Crew-is-getting-closer-to-Arrival%21.html So people are actively working on this technology for FSX. I myself might feel a little embarassed talking to a computer though, so I myself am not so sure about it. It is a cool feature though.

Voice-command versions of FS2Crew are already available for various 737s and for the Leonardo Maddog. It works very well - feels strange at first, but quickly becomes as natural as talking to a Vatsim controller. Very immersive.

[TeiscoDelRay]

how are framerates on the average pc? Over cities,,over water, over forest?

[Kiwikat]

how are framerates on the average pc? Over cities,,over water, over forest?

I'm not sure what you consider an average PC but with my Q9550 & DDR2 system I get 60 fps (FPS unlocked w/VSYNC enabled) even over downtown Chicago. Over FTX Australia I averaged 50-55 FPS in the VC.

Put it this way- you would have to be running a P4 or older to get poor performance with this plane. I'm sure any decent Core 2 Duo would run it with ease.

[TeiscoDelRay]

Thanks very much,,yes the average pc today is yesterday's dream machine.
I am running a core duo at 3.33 and two 275 cards in sli. I use fs9 but have fx. I tried fx and found it ran slow so went back to 9 but willing to give it another good try for this plane.

[jankees]

downloading now....

[HercFan]

downloading now....

That's good news... Me feels we'll see some of your masterpieces soon! Well, once the paint kit is out.

I won't beg, but still hoping to see one day a PB-1G repaint (even if it comes with guns!)

http://www.uscg.mil/History/webaircraft/Boeing_PB1.pdf

[jankees]

so far, so good, first flight without too many mishaps, even made a very nice landing...wonderful stuff, I love the crew comments!

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1373.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1377.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1390.jpg

[daytonite_andy]

downloading now....

Good man!



Flew her for the first time tonight and was task saturated trying to get all four engines started...I had steamed up the cockpit windows by the time I made it to the runway (no really). Engines 3 and 4 are showing signs of detonation....oops :icon_lol:

Can't wait for the next flight...going to take her to 30,000ft

She is one graceful bird. Well done A2A :ernae:

Andrew

[GypsyBaron]

Good man!



Flew her for the first time tonight and was task saturated trying to get all four engines started...I had steamed up the cockpit windows by the time I made it to the runway (no really). Engines 3 and 4 are showing signs of detonation....oops :icon_lol:

Can't wait for the next flight...going to take her to 30,000ft

She is one graceful bird. Well done A2A :ernae:
Andrew

Those cockpit windows do slide open :) As a matter of fact you need them
open to be able to hear the "Clear Prop!" call before engaging the starter "mesh".

And on your way to 30K, be sure to slip the oxygen mask on or you will
"go to sleep" before reaching 20K or so :)

Paul

[daytonite_andy]

Those cockpit windows do slide open :) As a matter of fact you need them
open to be able to hear the "Clear Prop!" call before engaging the starter "mesh".

And on your way to 30K, be sure to slip the oxygen mask on or you will
"go to sleep" before reaching 20K or so :)

Paul

I knew about the windows but I must admit I forgot to check any oxygen was loaded on the first flight. I'm writing a checklist for myself right now so that doesn't happen again :icon_eek:.

Andrew

[OleBoy]

Jankees those shots are amazing!!!

[Roadburner440]

There is a regular checklist in the Accu-sim manual you can print out so you don't have to write one up by hand. It comes in very handy.. I print the whole manuals just in case I need to look something up while I am in flight. Having them for the 377 & P-47 have come in handy in some pretty bad situations for me.

[Gibbage]

Gratz on the release! Also nice work on the props ;) :salute:

[flaviossa]

Hello!
Is the new b17 model in accusim package imcompatible with the old repaints released for the wopII b17 before?
Just for clarification.


Thanks!

[EgoR64]

Very emersive indeed, step above, super kalifragilistic......................

Currently I'm sitting on the Tarmac, beating engines 1 & 4 with a baseball bat - LOL !!

Hooyaaa, to another great Product -

Many Cheers !! :ernae:

[IanP]

Hello!
Is the new b17 model in accusim package imcompatible with the old repaints released for the wopII b17 before?
Just for clarification.


Thanks!

Miss Lace would like to say otherwise. ;)

The new paints are more detailed, but old paints will work. A new paint kit is due out s**n, apparently.

Ian P.

[daytonite_andy]

There is a regular checklist in the Accu-sim manual you can print out so you don't have to write one up by hand.

..but my memory isn't regular :isadizzy:

I've used the manuals checklist as a start and added some extras (check oxygen, oil, hydraulic load, shutdown procedure etc...). . It's even got little tabs on to remind me to turn the page

I spent a lot on this bird and I don't intend to keep bending it.....:jump:

Andrew

[flaviossa]

Thanks for the clarification IanP! :salute:

I bought it, intalled it and evething worked fine. But i´m having one problem:
When the flight loads in FSX i get 30-40 of smooth FPS in the VC. When i start to play with the accusim menus, my FPS drops to 6-8 FPS and stays there, even if i close all the accusim´s menus. The only way to get my FPS back is to reset the fligt. I tested this in a default airport without AI, only with REX 2 running. :gameoff:

I have the accumsim cub too, and it works fine. And of course, pmdg, leveld, DA fokker etc ....
I started a topic in the A2A forum to see if someone can give me some help. Anybody in here is facing this too?

My spec is in my signature (With updated drives of course)
Thanks and good bombing!!! :ernae:

[txnetcop]

Thanks for the clarification IanP! :salute:

I bought it, intalled it and evething worked fine. But i´m having one problem:
When the flight loads in FSX i get 30-40 of smooth FPS in the VC. When i start to play with the accusim menus, my FPS drops to 6-8 FPS and stays there, even if i close all the accusim´s menus. The only way to get my FPS back is to reset the fligt. I tested this in a default airport without AI, only with REX 2 running. :gameoff:

I have the accumsim cub too, and it works fine. And of course, pmdg, leveld, DA fokker etc ....
I started a topic in the A2A forum to see if someone can give me some help. Anybody in here is facing this too?

My spec is in my signature (With updated drives of course)
Thanks and good bombing!!! :ernae:
I had that happen once and I think I kept shifting to various positions in the cockpit by depressing the "A" key and it went away. You may try that and see if that helps
Ted



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[flaviossa]

Thanks Ted! I´ll try that! :salute:

[CodyValkyrie]

Thanks Ted! I´ll try that! :salute:
If you have multiple monitors, I noticed if I use NHancer, popup windows that are undocked cause a big FPS drop. This happens in every plane for me. Solution is not to undock windows, OR do not run in windowed mode.

[Roadburner440]

I was just messing around with it today taxiing around the airfield and such trying to get a feel for it. Shut it down and went to the maintenance hangar, and had detonation on all 4 engines. Was one of those face palm moments. Back into the manual to study some more, and adhere a little better to the checklist next time. At least there was no real bad engine damage that they noted.

[Blade124]

Roadburner,

The B17 has quite a lot of get up and go, and you really don't need to push the engines hard. For example, while you can takeoff with a setting of 8 (46"), you can takeoff with much lower settings.

Just keep the following in mind top avoid over heating or over stressing an engine:
- avoid high power with low RPM (when pulling power back, throttle first, then RPM)
- keep your intercoolers opened (high carb temp with high power is trouble)

For the most part, if you hand over control to your co-pilot, it is almost impossible to hurt these engines.

Scott.

[Roadburner440]

Thanks Scott. All I can say is this one is a bit more touchy than the 377 & P-47 (I don't mean that in a bad way). I am sure she will be fine. I can't count how many times I have blown motors on the 377, and crashed the P-47 learning things the hard way, but now that you have given us help in the pit I don't think I have to worry as much anymore. I look forward to getting a lot of hours in on it. At least we have 1,000 hours per motor cycle now instead of 100.

[txnetcop]

By the way, for you guys that want the checklist- by hitting(shift+ 2 key) and then looking to the bottom of that pop-up you will notice arrows that allow paging left to right- page 2 is the beginning of your checklist for start-up. Taxi, take-off and landing on subsequent pages. you don't have to print your checklist. By following your checklist you will have many more hours of trouble-free flight.

I also recommend looking at Scott's videos. Yes, it takes time to look at a video, but they are very concise and easy to follow. Whoever of heard of getting into a real airplane and just starting it up and taking off-it just isn't done that way? With Accu-sim, we purists are getting a dose of the reality we have been clamoring for.
Happy Landings
Ted
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[daytonite_andy]

Anyone notice the information presented to you as you start your descent?


3709

No excuse for missing the field now...:jump:

Andrew

[jankees]

Oh boy, I am enjoying this baby!
Just did my fourth flight, and had my first problem: the main gear motor broke...
Luckily my crew managed to crank everything down by hand, just in time.

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1437.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1439.jpg
Did I mention I think she looks great?

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1442.jpg
One wheel down, on to the next one!

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1443.jpg
and both down, just in time...

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1445.jpg
..and they fixed it immediately in the hangar.

I love those rotating turrets and the crew comments (was this guy asking about his socks??), but how do I listen to the music the radioman keeps finding?

All we need now is a paintkit...

[bruce448]

but how do I listen to the music the radioman keeps finding?

All we need now is a paintkit...

Tut Tut, Obviously not watched all the vid's on the A2A site, on your left handside there's a switch near the heater control, move it 2 clicks left (aft).

and I concur

[daytonite_andy]

but how do I listen to the music the radioman keeps finding?

All we need now is a paintkit...

bruce448 is right...I believe it's marked "Liason"

Andrew

[dougal]

A2A has my utter admiration & respect:salute: I'm loving this bird.

What magnification are you guys using in the VC (those without Track IR that is)? I like to keep it high, so I can actually see the runway on approach. Trouble is, then I have to back away too far and end up in or behind the seat:isadizzy:

[jankees]

did I mention i looks great in green as well?

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1446.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1478.jpg

love the way the bombs fall, and the turrets rotate...

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1485.jpg

it even jumps up when the bombs fall..

[OleBoy]

The more I see your shots, the more I feel as if a John Wayne movie is about to unfold.

Great shots!!

[Rezabrya]

I am doing my best to fly this thing in between my BSOD's, but here are a few shots from my last flight.

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/1.jpg

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/2.jpg

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/3.jpg

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/4.jpg

[txnetcop]

Rezabrya just curious did you try wiping the fsx.cfg to see if the new build would solve the issue? Great pics by the way!!!
Ted
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[Snuffy]

Yep.

I knew it ...

I bought and added tonight ...

I gotta learn to fly this bird all over again from scratch. :banghead:

[dvj]

380738063805

Just adding to what everyone has been saying. REX, PNW, and A2A - what a combination :salute:

[daytonite_andy]

Wow dvj,

That is one excellent shot of your flight deck :ernae:

Andrew

[daytonite_andy]

Love this plane...

I took a flight from RAF Thorpe Abbotts yesterday and took her to 20,000ft over the Norfolk coast. She is easy to fly, responsive but you definitely get the feeling you are flying a big bird. As I approached the target alitude the co-pilot told me the crew in the back were getting cold....I'd forgot to turn the heating on......:mixedsmi:

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btw..the new paintkit is here!!

http://a2asimulations.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=21453

Andrew

[jankees]

aha, the paintkit!

First one is an old friend:

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1513.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1504.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1515.jpg

[gajit]

Great work Jankees :jump::jump::jump:

[Roadburner440]

Very nice screens everyone. Making me wish I was at home this weekend so I could fly it. Daytonite-Andy all Accu-sim aircraft have displayed distance to sea level. All you have to do is start your decent and it pops up in the pilot notes panel. I have been using that to my advantage for quite awhile when flying their aircraft. Definately helps with decent planning. The moving maps available inside the aircraft are a huge help too.

[MudMarine]

Only one thing to say.......FUDDY, FUDDY, FUDDY, FUDDY!! Ok, that was four things?

[txnetcop]

My first night mission taken from my Kodak Brownie B/W...3855385638573858<input id="gwProxy" type="hidden"><!--Session data--><input onclick="jsCall();" id="jsProxy" type="hidden">
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[MudMarine]

Very nice Ted!! I love the B&W!!

[jankees]

Ice Cold Katy:

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1538.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1543.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1552.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1558.jpg

[txnetcop]

Jankees you are a master painter buddy!!! Outstanding! Looking forward to them
Ted
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[Kiwikat]

Jankees could you please please please please paint aluminum overcast? :jump:

Huge thanks! :salute:


Your paints are going to make this addon priceless!

[Wittpilot]

Okay Jankees.... Now you must do this... The force is strong with you... and it is telling you to do this one..

The profiles were taken off WIX and were done by Christopher Sheppard. His website is: http://shepartstudio.com/illustration/
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[IanHenry]

Bit-O-Lace re-paint available over at Nath's site:<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p>
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http://nathansfsxrepaints.webeden.co.uk/#/home/4537255975<o:p></o:p>
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In the past he has been a prolific painter of the WOP2 B-17. I think it's inevitable that we are going to get a fantastic selection of paints for this aircraft, were going to be spoiled for choice! I'm really looking forward to them, B-17 have had some of the most spectacular colour schemes of any aircraft ever.<o:p></o:p>
<o:p> </o:p>
Regards,<o:p></o:p>
Ian.<o:p></o:p>
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[EgoR64]

:salute: Fantastic Pics, I'm still learning how to start here up, almost there, LOL - I think -

[VFR Reviews]

Does anybody know of a Sentimental Journey paint for this beautiful lady?

[Quicksand]

I've just taken my first short hop in this plane.... I'm still at a loss for words. I've never flown with a virtual crew before, and the realism is really something to behold... WOW! Thanks to all at A2A who have brought the B-17 to life, literally:salute:... Jankees, your paint brush is like a magic wand, friend.:jump:

[Shylock]

This week I'm going to get started painting all the 401st I had for the first version of the 17. I want to say thanks to everybody over at A2A for this amazing add-on. When I was a little Shylock my uncle had given me his B-17 flight manual and I studied that book ever since I was a kid. So after getting the pack I was able to jump right in, set her to cold and get everything up and running first time. I love being able to do the proper engine run ups. Thank you A2A!!!!!

[MudMarine]

FUDDY DUDDY, FUDDY DUDDY, FUDDY DUDDY.........:d:salute:

[txnetcop]

All this realism put Mud's brain in a loop LOL...OK what the heck FUDDY DUDDY!
Ted
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[stiz]

Needless to say i'm enjoying the heck outa this!! any chance of getting the co pilot/engy guy in the 337 to manage the same systems? :)

However ... is anyone else getting a frame rate hit in the vc when on the ground?? with accusim on i get about a 10fps hit, with it off i get 30fps, yet when i'm in spot plane view or when i'm off the ground its fine :isadizzy:

[flaviossa]

I´m getting this too Stiz. The only way o get rid of the fps loss is reseting the flight. I´m getting 40FPS solid from this accusim b17. As soon as i open any accusim menu, it goes to 6-8 fps ....

In A2A forum there are some people saying about this too. Let´s hope someone can help us!

[EgoR64]

:jump::jump:

Yea Finally, Well, I have to put my dummy card on the table, For the life of me Engines 1 & 4 would not stay lite, so just happened to open up the Mechanic shop and all me Cyclinders where in the Red for 1 & 4- did a complete overhaul and life is good, followed the startup sequence and ya baby, Gonna have tons of fun in this puppy !! :wavey:


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See you on the Bomb Missions -

Sweeeeet !! :ernae:

[TeiscoDelRay]

Do all the switches and knobs work? I have the original WOP B17 and most work but some are just dummies.

[TeiscoDelRay]

It would be of great help to those of us on the fence if you guys would post your pc specs (duo 2 or quad,,video card or cards, ram, ect) and frame rates in vc on ground at a medium sized airport.
Thanks,
Paul
Fence sitter

[stiz]

well mine is:-

win xp
E8600 3.33
4GB ram
GF9800GT 512mb

and the only hit i get is the one mentioned above which seems to be accusim releated, however once i'm in the air i dont get any frame rate hit at all when compared to the defult maule (30fps locked in case your wondering) :)

[txnetcop]

Win 7
Intel Q9550 at 4.2Ghz
Gigabyte X48 DQ6 motherboard
MSI FROZEN OC 260GTX 448bit 896MB VRAM
4GB Corsair Dominator RAM PC29600

All locked at 35fps solid inside and outside the cockpit in all the airports in FTX's new North America addon-lowest 34.8 large and medium airports. All English airports are FSX default 35 solid. I did initially get a 16fps in the cockpit when opening pop-ups but cycled the "A" key and it went back to normal. It has not occurred again- no accounting for why just glad it all works.
Ted

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[Roadburner440]

I have my FPS locked at 20 and have no issues with it on the ground or when opening Accu-sim menu's. That was at Fort Worth, Texas.. I imagine it might be different in higher hit FPS areas. To me it runs the same as the other 3 birds so far though.

[Rezabrya]

Jankees, please make sure to tell us where you will be uploading all of your B-17 paints. I don't want to miss any!

[Nick C]

Loving this girl!!

Only slightly damaged my landing gear so far, mainly because I have a very experienced co-pilot. :salute:

http://www.screenshotartist.co.uk/images/a2a/b17/a2a_b17_accusim_01.jpg

http://www.screenshotartist.co.uk/images/a2a/b17/a2a_b17_accusim_02.jpg

http://www.screenshotartist.co.uk/images/a2a/b17/a2a_b17_accusim_03.jpg

http://www.screenshotartist.co.uk/images/a2a/b17/a2a_b17_accusim_04.jpg

http://www.screenshotartist.co.uk/images/a2a/b17/a2a_b17_accusim_05.jpg

[txnetcop]

Outstanding shots Nick. Thanks for the wallpaper Amigo
Ted
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[dvj]

Do all the switches and knobs work? I have the original WOP B17 and most work but some are just dummies.

Yes. It's worth downloading the manual to see all the functions capable with this sim.

[dvj]

:jump:Just can't get enough of this. Wow!3892

[Quicksand]

To put things in perspective, I am running a LAPTOP and I have no performance issues whatsoever..:jump::ernae:

[daytonite_andy]

Hi,

I took a bit of time to work this out and I thought maybe others might enjoy this. I've studied the real life Flying Fortress checklist and decided to try something out. I took off from RAF Thorpe Abbotts and levelled off at 9000ft over Great Yarmouth. Turned the autopilot on and went through the feathering and unfeathering procedures.....IT WORKS PERFECTLY!! How about that!

Copy and print out the checklist and try them for yourself.

FEATHERING

1. Throttle back engine to be feathered
2. Press feather button
3. Mixture “CUTOFF”
4. Fuel Boost “OFF”
5. Propellor “LOW RPM”
6. Magneto “OFF”
7. Generator “OFF”
8. Fuel shut off valve “OFF”

UNFEATHERING

1. Fuel shut off valve “ON”
2. Magneto “ON”
3. Propellor “LOW RPM”
4. Throttle cracked
5. Supercharger “OFF”
6. Depress feather button
7. Mixture “AUTO-RICH”
8. Select START, wait 12 seconds
9. While in START position, give one shot of primer if needed then select MESH
10. When the engine is meshed (turning), continue to prime until engine fires
11. After engine starts, idle at 1,000 RPM, check oil pressure
12. Warm up engine >40 deg oil temperature
13. Generator “ON”
14. Propellor rpm as required

If there is anything I've missed just holler. Video to follow...just to prove it :jump:

Andrew

[Rezabrya]

Scott and the team did some great work and I think they have got my problems fixed! Here is a couple shots from my most recent flight from a slightly unusual perspective.

I am a bit hesitant to post screenshots after seeing Jankees and Nick's shots but oh well.

"Oh man, this doesn't look good. Send up the fighters!"

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/Flight%20Simulator%20X/utoh.jpg

"Screw the fighters, everybody run for the bomb shelter!"

http://i460.photobucket.com/albums/qq322/Rezabrya/Flight%20Simulator%20X/bombsaway.jpg

[txnetcop]

Great shots! I can't believe I tried to duck!!!
Ted
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[bruce448]

B-17G-50-DL of the 550th Bomb Squadron / 385th Bomb Group based at Great Ashford, England in the spring of 1945. This was a brand new B-17G that was named “Ruby’s Raiders” in honor of Corporal Ruby Newell of the 3rd Bomb Division staff. She had been voted as the most beautiful WAC in the ETO in a Stars & Stripes readers’ poll.

http://www.simviation.com/yabbuploads/Rubys_raider01.jpg (http://www.simviation.com/yabbuploads/Rubys_raider01.jpg)

http://www.simviation.com/yabbuploads/Rubys_raider02.jpg (http://www.simviation.com/yabbuploads/Rubys_raider02.jpg)

http://www.simviation.com/yabbuploads/Rubys_raider03.jpg (http://www.simviation.com/yabbuploads/Rubys_raider03.jpg)

http://www.simviation.com/yabbuploads/Rubys_raider04.jpg (http://www.simviation.com/yabbuploads/Rubys_raider04.jpg)

Bruce

[Snuffy]

Ice Cold Katy:

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1538.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1543.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1552.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1558.jpg

Nice looking paint Jan ...

If I may though, the "The Mighty Eighth, Warpaint and Heraldry" by Roger Freeman says of the 401st BG tail painting, that the black lines on the yellow slash are at least 4 inches wide and the slash is 48 inches. I think you need more on both the black bands. :)

This publication is highly recommended for all painters of this bird ...

Where do I download this baby?

[dswo]

Scott and the team did some great work and I think they have got my problems fixed!

Ryan, what was the fix? I read your thread on the A2A forum but couldn't find a conclusion.

[Wittpilot]

Hey Snuffy... Yeah those black bands could be a bit bigger, but if you look at several photos from the 401st, they were done several different ways. As a matter of fact, I bet no two were exactly alike... There was a photo somewhere of a line of them parked and every tail was painted in a diff. arrangement.

[stiz]

the more i fly this, the more i wish the whole interior was modeled, it'd be great to "walk" from the tail to the nose :engel016:

[jankees]

Nice looking paint Jan ...

If I may though, the "The Mighty Eighth, Warpaint and Heraldry" by Roger Freeman says of the 401st BG tail painting, that the black lines on the yellow slash are at least 4 inches wide and the slash is 48 inches. I think you need more on both the black bands. :)

This publication is highly recommended for all painters of this bird ...

Where do I download this baby?

Is this better?

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1566.jpg

you can't download it yet, I'm still working on it, so patience.....

[jankees]

and here is "Maude an Maria":

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1561.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1563.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1574.jpg

[daytonite_andy]

Jankees & Bruce448.....lovely paints!

:applause:

[wiltzei]

the more i fly this, the more i wish the whole interior was modeled, it'd be great to "walk" from the tail to the nose :engel016:
Yeah, I wish such nextgen sims will make it possible.

I think that a separate model, which would have featured full cabin could have been provided, but it´d have had much worse performance and higher price.

I don´t know about the polygen count of this plane, but apparently it´s very reasonable, as people can use laptops to fly it.

[Rezabrya]

The fix is in a PM Scott sent me. I would send it to you, but I think it may be personalized to my computer. You should PM Scott on the A2A forum and see what he says.

[flaviossa]

Hello Rezabrya
Can you say if the FPS loss problem in the accusim menus disapeared after your fix?

Thanks!

[sundance70]

and here is "Maude an Maria":


Thank you Jankees for your great work and I can't wait to show Cpl. Percy Paget (Tail Gunner) with Hancock's Crew - 602nd Squadron a few screens of this aircraft which he flew during WW2.

Regards,

David

[crashaz]

Jankees, you are the man!! :jump:

We get great planes and then you and others bring these planes to life! Just can't say enough about the quality of paints we are getting with the FSX aircraft.... really incredible like I can reach out and touch it.

Have enjoyed your work over the years... like I am buying multiple aircraft for the price of one!

Thanks again for sharing your talents with us! :wavey:

[Snuffy]

Is this better?

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1566.jpg

you can't download it yet, I'm still working on it, so patience.....

Personal opinion, but I'm thinking at least twice more wide each ...

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[jankees]

FUDDY DUDDY, FUDDY DUDDY, FUDDY DUDDY.........:d:salute:

I don't know, but I do get the feeling Mud is trying to say something here....or is this some Marine expression that I do not understand?












there is a striking similarity between his rant and my latest paint though, funny that...






http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1603.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1605.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1607.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1612.jpg

still wip, if you spot errors (and I know there's still a few), please report them, Mud!

[Lewis-A2A]

Hey jan, nath on our forums has done fuddy and Sentimenal journey, just a headsup.

[Panther_99FS]

First one to Panther with a runaway turbo wins! :ernae:
:bump:

Congratulations you guys! :)

[Ian Warren]

Jan , :salute: Let us no when your posting these wicked paints , this 17 deserves those :salute:
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[Lewis-A2A]

A few shots using the Bloom mod

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v471/Madaboutsims/b8.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v471/Madaboutsims/b7.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v471/Madaboutsims/b6.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v471/Madaboutsims/b5.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v471/Madaboutsims/b4.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v471/Madaboutsims/b3.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v471/Madaboutsims/b2.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v471/Madaboutsims/b1.jpg

[lawdawg]

Nice work Jan!

@ Lewis...nice shots man.

[Lewis-A2A]

Taken in Default FSX with just the bloom mod and the accu-sim B-17.

[txnetcop]

Yep that is real nice Lewis! You guys did such a superb job on this B-17. Amazing doesn't even begin to describe it
Ted
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[MudMarine]

I don't know, but I do get the feeling Mud is trying to say something here....or is this some Marine expression that I do not understand?

She looks outstanding to me!!:jump:












there is a striking similarity between his rant and my latest paint though, funny that...






http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1603.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1605.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1607.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1612.jpg

still wip, if you spot errors (and I know there's still a few), please report them, Mud!

[daytonite_andy]

That feathering procedure as promised. Try it :jump:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xArK9dyuMVU

FEATHERING

1. Throttle back engine to be feathered
2. Press feather button
3. Mixture “CUTOFF”
4. Fuel Boost “OFF”
5. Propellor “LOW RPM”
6. Magneto “OFF”
7. Generator “OFF”
8. Fuel shut off valve “OFF”

UNFEATHERING

1. Fuel shut off valve “ON”
2. Magneto “ON”
3. Propellor “LOW RPM”
4. Throttle cracked
5. Supercharger “OFF”
6. Depress feather button
7. Mixture “AUTO-RICH”
8. Select START, wait 12 seconds
9. While in START position, give one shot of primer if needed then select MESH
10. When the engine is meshed (turning), continue to prime until engine fires
11. After engine starts, idle at 1,000 RPM, check oil pressure
12. Warm up engine >40 deg oil temperature
13. Generator “ON”
14. Propellor rpm as required

Anything I forgot? :mixedsmi:

[daytonite_andy]

I've heard a few are having problems with seeing over the nose on landing. The view is limited somewhat but not enough to hinder the landing on a clear day...I haven't experienced it in bad weather yet.

There was a 5kt crosswind on final so using differential power was vital. I dug out my CH throttle and mapped it to the four engines to help out in this. She was very smooth and stable as she settled.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTsdjoqfsl4

...my crew love me.....give it time :icon_lol:

[jankees]

an update on Fuddy:

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1630.jpg

Lewis, it's fine if Nath did this one already, you'll just have more choice, and you can compare the two.


Okay Jankees.... Now you must do this... The force is strong with you... and it is telling you to do this one..

Yes, I feel the force, it is strong, it is very strong...

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1642.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1632.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1643.jpg

but the force does not tell me if the girl is on both sides, or if you want missions markers and stuff like that....

[Snuffy]

That looks a lot better Jan! I like that tail! Those stripes look perfect!!!

Good Job. I'm ready to download ... :)

[txnetcop]

Jan that is just absolutely SWEEEEEEEET!!!!!! Great paint my friend!
Ted
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[Bomber_12th]

Jan Kees, as you asked, the nose art on Champaign Lady is to be on both sides of the nose. You can see some very good pictures of the exact location of the nose art on both sides within the photos in this thread:

http://warbirdinformationexchange.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=33341&hilit=Champaign+Lady

About mission markers, Witt would be much more knowledgeable about it than I, but I have found in at least one piece of artwork in their hangar, that there are "black-bomb" marks painted, as seen in this photo:

http://www.b17project.com/index.php/v/B17Rebuild/album03/album11/Apr230001.jpg.html?option=com_gallery2&Itemid=52

And this photo and the one attached, show the tail markings very clearly:

http://www.b17project.com/index.php/v/B17Rebuild/2009/December/c-Ribs+are+in+place+and+ready+for+the+skin+_9_.JPG.h tml?option=com_gallery2&Itemid=52

[WAD3]

I really like the wartime OD green paints. There are alot of the baremetal liveries made. Dont get me wrong they look great I just like the dirty war paints.

Andrew

[jankees]

Thanks John, I based myself on the pic Witt supplied, but I'll go back to the drawing board.

Andrew, don't worry, the old ones will come too.

Meanwhile, here's a mix of the two:

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1648.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1657.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1658.jpg

[dogfish]

the detail on this aircraft is amazing, very glad they updated the crew, they look much more realistic, love the sheepskin jacket, the headphones, even the oxygen mask is correct with the little bladder, and the crew moving really adds to a great looking aircraft, the only thing missing, at least from the screenshots i've seen is a mae west.

[EgoR64]

:salute:

Great Paints !!

The flak effect is fantastic, I dropped the bombs, this was super fun, A night raid Mission with the flak effect would be super - I look forward to it -

Do the bombs explode when they hit the ground ?

Many Cheers - :ernae:

[daytonite_andy]

That feathering procedure as promised. Try it :jump:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xArK9dyuMVU

FEATHERING

1. Throttle back engine to be feathered
2. Press feather button
3. Mixture “CUTOFF”
4. Fuel Boost “OFF”
5. Propellor “LOW RPM”
6. Magneto “OFF”
7. Generator “OFF”
8. Fuel shut off valve “OFF”

UNFEATHERING

1. Fuel shut off valve “ON”
2. Magneto “ON”
3. Propellor “LOW RPM”
4. Throttle cracked
5. Supercharger “OFF”
6. Depress feather button
7. Mixture “AUTO-RICH”
8. Select START, wait 12 seconds
9. While in START position, give one shot of primer if needed then select MESH
10. When the engine is meshed (turning), continue to prime until engine fires
11. After engine starts, idle at 1,000 RPM, check oil pressure
12. Warm up engine >40 deg oil temperature
13. Generator “ON”
14. Propellor rpm as required

Anything I forgot? :mixedsmi:

Sorry....YouTube seems to have swallowed the video I uploaded :mix-smi:

Try this one instead...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqATOuRhjxE

[Kiwikat]

Jankees can you please paint Aluminum Overcast?

Your paints are excellent so far!!! :ernae:

[Wittpilot]

Yes, I feel the force, it is strong, it is very strong...

but the force does not tell me if the girl is on both sides, or if you want missions markers and stuff like that....


Sorry about that Jankees.... Yeah, it's on both sides, however, that being said, it doesn't have to be... As a matter of fact, my dad said if he knew how difficult the paint was going to be that we used, he would have just done the one side. And I don't think it really matters with the mission count. Our aircraft is fictional so feel free to use some artistic license!

It looks great by the way! Absolutely Fantastic.... Keep cracking them out! At this rate, you should have a paint for every flyer out there left... that's only like 14... so you're almost there!

[Wittpilot]

FYI,

This is how our "Lady" looked as of last week...

[guzler]

I notice the paints on the accusim seem to have sharper textures than on the no accusim which I have. Are the repaints for the accusim usable on the non acusim version and if so will they appear as crisp ?

Cheers

[jankees]

I notice the paints on the accusim seem to have sharper textures than on the no accusim which I have. Are the repaints for the accusim usable on the non acusim version and if so will they appear as crisp ?

Cheers

I think so, but as I upgraded, I'm not sure...you will miss the new, improved bumpmaps of course...

[jojohnson9]

I notice the paints on the accusim seem to have sharper textures than on the no accusim which I have. Are the repaints for the accusim usable on the non acusim version and if so will they appear as crisp ?

Cheers
I just tried the new "Fuddy Duddy" with my B-17G without accusim and it works fine. The textures are much sharper than my old "Fuddy Duddy" repaint. Now I'm off to download more of the new repaints.

[jankees]

I just uploaded and approved three new paints on OZx: Lady Jane, Fuddy Duddy and Ice Cold Katy.
Give them a try, and let me know if you like them (or not).
More to follow soon(ish)

JanKees

p.s. aluminium overcast: any good pics of the noseart?

[bruce448]

I just uploaded and approved three new paints on OZx: Lady Jane, Fuddy Duddy and Ice Cold Katy.
Give them a try, and let me know if you like them (or not).
More to follow soon(ish)

JanKees

p.s. aluminium overcast: any good pics of the noseart?

Here's one
<a href="http://s458.photobucket.com/albums/qq305/WAFU448/?action=view&current=gmdsj7b1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i458.photobucket.com/albums/qq305/WAFU448/th_gmdsj7b1.jpg" border="0" alt="" ></a>

Bruce

[VCN-1]

Here is a straight on image.

http://pixdaus.com/single.php?id=84596

VCN-1

[RyanJames170]

where dose one find the USAF stincle fonts??

[Lewis-A2A]

http://www.simmerspaintshop.com/ has numerous fonts for download :ernae:

[Skywolf]

I'm having problems with this pack. Are My engines supposed to smoke a lot, even when the co-pilot has control, and why are the engines always starting? Please help!

[Lewis-A2A]

Hey skywolf sounds like your auto mixture is turned ON or is set to ON in your controller configs etc, FSCUIP thingy mejig ?

[Skywolf]

That was the problem. Thanks! Am enjoying this great aircraft immensely!

[GypsyBaron]

Hey skywolf sounds like your auto mixture is turned ON or is set to ON in your controller configs etc, FSCUIP thingy mejig ?

Is that techie talk Lewis? :) :)

Paul

[Lewis-A2A]

I can never remember the name of that app Paul :redface:

[tpet]

Any chance for a "Thunderbird" paint
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbird_(B-17)

[hammer353]

does any body know how to get the ladders and wheel chocks to show up after shutdown?
michael

[glennc]

Michael,

Reset the simulation to "cold and dark" on the controls pop-up, before that, sure everything is off and the parking brake set.

Glen

[tigisfat]

I'm seeing screenshots where portions of the external textures are very dark, and other portions aren't on very clear lines. Has this been addressed? I haven't seen that many that look like that here, but there are enough to make me worry about buying it.

[jankees]

I uploaded two more paints on OZx, "Kwiturbitchin II" and "Maude an Maria".
Please note that at first I uploaded a wrong version of kwiturbitchin and 20 people downloaded it. Make sure you get the right one!

@Tigisfat: what do you mean?

[IanHenry]

Thanks for all your hard work on those great paints Jan.

Regards,
Ian.

[Lewis-A2A]

I'm seeing screenshots where portions of the external textures are very dark, and other portions aren't on very clear lines. Has this been addressed? I haven't seen that many that look like that here, but there are enough to make me worry about buying it.

Yes tig, it was an error witht he apint kit on the alpha layer so Martin changed the opacity shading so users can use the new kit without having to fiddle. Those that didnt fiddle had the two tone effect, but the new aci-sim paints should be good.

[EgoR64]

Fun Stuff !! :jump::jump:


4150414941484147

:ernae:

[jankees]

I reworked "Champaign Lady", based on John's info. How is this?

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1673.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1669.jpg
Yes, I added a few mission markers..

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1671.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1694.jpg

[VCN-1]

Jankees

That looks great.

I don't have the B-17 yet. With you textures my resistance is weakening.

VCN-1

[wiltzei]

Do you guys think that a FSPassengers playload model is impossible to do for this bird just like it seems to have been with the B377?

An another question. It´d be nice, if the radio operator´s transmission would be played though the voice device, which is set in the FSX's sound options.

[RyanJames170]

stupid question but is it posible to change or add more stuff to the radieo transmissions??

[tigisfat]

Where are all these repaints posted for download? I don't see them here or at flightsim.com. Has anyone done any freight, spraying or firefighting paints?

[AussieMan]

Hey Jankees, what has happened to your A2A B-17 repaints over at OZx?

Fortunately I was able to download them yesterday but when I checked today they are gone.

Cheers
Pat

[limjack]

You guys are killing me with all the awesome screenies...quit it! I have got three new planes I havn't touched in the hanger and now the temptation of the B-17 accusim. Hope you all are enjoying it and I am sure some day I will give in and purchase. Nice job A2A!!!!

Jim

[gajit]

My two favourite wartime multi engine aircraft..

http://i439.photobucket.com/albums/qq119/GAJIT/catandb17.jpg

[Tylerb59]

@ gajit -- Holy crap! That is a sweet screengrab.

[jankees]

Hey Jankees, what has happened to your A2A B-17 repaints over at OZx?

Fortunately I was able to download them yesterday but when I checked today they are gone.

Cheers
Pat

I have no idea, and am waiting for a reply from JayKae...oops, everything disappeared in a server change...I'll need to reupload.
I'll see if I can upload here as well

update: uploaded, I can see them under "What's new" in the library

Gajit: I love 'em too!

[FLighT01]

Just made my first hop in the Accu-Sim'd B17, amazing, I turned over the RPM levers and cowl flaps to the co-pilot to simplify things first time, flew about 30 minutes around the Las Vegas area, returned to the start point at Nellis and landed it without a hitch, I've still got a big grin on my face.

[Shylock]

Tell ya it gets mighty lonely being up at 20,000 ft. Not to offend Cody or anything but we all know his voice is great and all but you get that "Missing home" feeling. So I figured why not go ahead and do what every bomber pilot did during WWII and tape up a picture of his love back home. Heres mine:

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd171/scottyboy39/Untitled-1copy-1.jpg

PS: If she finds out I posted this I'll be hit with a lot of flak lol

[gajit]

Sorry - can we have a closer shot of "panel" :jump::jump:

[Shylock]

Lol sure here ya go ;P

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd171/scottyboy39/Untitled-2copy.jpg

[limjack]

Lol sure here ya go ;P

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd171/scottyboy39/Untitled-2copy.jpg


Hypoxia is setting in.....LOL

[Snuffy]

4234
Lol sure here ya go ;P

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd171/scottyboy39/Untitled-2copy.jpg



4233

[TeiscoDelRay]

Hey,,thats my girl,,,cheating on me,,,and with a truck driver?

[txnetcop]

NOW THAT's FUNNY you got stuck with picture of my EX HEHEHE
Ted
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[jankees]

Cool addition (that first cockpit image)!

I believe someone asked for OD aircraft?

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1738.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1752.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1753.jpg

how's this for a start? I still need to do some work on the wings, but I'm getting there I feel...

[BOOM]

WOW!!! Beautiful shots jankees!!!:salute:

[Lewis-A2A]

Great lookign paints being cranked out there Jan Kees :ernae:

[Lewis-A2A]

stupid question but is it posible to change or add more stuff to the radieo transmissions??

Hello Ryan, this isnt currently possible

[RyanJames170]

Hello Ryan, this isnt currently possible


ok well if it dose let me know becuse i would like to add a few things i have found and think would be cool to add into there such as some maybe 2-3 minute combat radio stuff.. and or maybe some more modern airshow airtrafic or 1940s air trafic

[Akatsuki]

I finally bought the accusim pack for the B-17, and that is really something i don't regret.:jump:

So far i did 3 short flights and after the 3rd landing one of the crewman told me: "captain, i think you should take some rest.", not sure of the real meaning of that sentence. lol

[MudMarine]

I finally bought the accusim pack for the B-17, and that is really something i don't regret.:jump:

So far i did 3 short flights and after the 3rd landing one of the crewman told me: "captain, i think you should take some rest.", not sure of the real meaning of that sentence. lol

Means you scared the crap out of him!!

[MenendezDiego]

Wow...

4250

[EgoR64]

Having lots of fun, but I think my bombs are broken, when I drop them they disappear - :confused:


4256

[tigisfat]

Any memphis belle repaints yet? As the former crew chief of the modern one, I'd really appreciate it.

[Shylock]

Nathan did one I know its on his site. But I believe is still down...

http://nathansfsxrepaints.webeden.co.uk/#/wings-of-power-2-b-17/4537268129

[WAD3]

I believe someone asked for OD aircraft?

That would be me. I love it Jankees. Can't wait to get my hands on it.

By the way accusim has ruined my simulation. I can't fly with out it. What a terriffic addition.:salute:
A B-17 with accusim will I ever fly another airplane?

[jankees]

of course, you can fly the p-47 with accusim...

on another note, how does the new library work?
I uploaded my B-17's, but they are not in the library itself, only under "what's new?".
It says they fall under FSX skins, but can't find them there, nor in the archive (reserved for older paints only?).
Are they in limbo? Can othes (i.e. you guys) download them now?

[guzler]

I just tried the new "Fuddy Duddy" with my B-17G without accusim and it works fine. The textures are much sharper than my old "Fuddy Duddy" repaint. Now I'm off to download more of the new repaints.

Great stuff, looking forwards to these, thanks

[Snuffy]

Skins have nothing to do with the use of Accu-sim.

Its the same model.

[Kowalski65]

Can othes (i.e. you guys) download them now?
Jan Kees, I just downloaded the 3 I didnt get from Aussiex with no problems

[wiltzei]

Jankees' repaints seem to be available at OZx.

[jankees]

They are indeed, I just uploaded them again, with two new ones (which are now also at the outhouse):

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/Mercy1759.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1694.jpg

[jankees]

Here's a simple paint, but with a fun story:

During World War II movie star Edward G. Robinson was asked to name a B-17. He responded that he’d like to name it after his wife, Gladys. That sounded harmless enough but then Robinson went on to explain that it should be called “Happy Bottom” because he called his wife “Glad-Ass!” Whether or not that story is true, is hard to say. But there was a B-17 that flew combat missions in the 532nd BS/381st BGomb Group with that name, and Robinson did name it, on 2 july 1944. Unfortunately, it was lost when it had to ditch in the channel on 16 july...



http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1780.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1787.jpg

[EgoR64]

Lol sure here ya go ;P

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd171/scottyboy39/Untitled-2copy.jpg

LMAO -

Hehehehe, I hope you did not show Her the new dooo !! LOL !!

[JamesChams]

Keep it coming, Boys!!! :salute:

When she's all patched-up and painted, I'm going to sing God's praises and give you all the thanks in the world for making this model enjoyable in FSX.:wiggle:
Thanks a bunch; I'm plenty excited about her.:jump:
:wavey:


Hebrews 11:6 "But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him." (http://www.lionheartcreations.com/Spiritual_Journey.html)

Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
From,
James F. Chams

[stovall]

Jan, this happened to me once before but I do not see you new uploads here at the Outhouse. I checked new items and FSX repaints. Your previous paints are there but not the new ones above. I will keep my eyes open. You are a true artist. I plan to collect them all. Should be great with Matthias FS Recorder.

[jankees]

mmm, that's odd, I do see them?

But try OZx, they are there as well

[stovall]

Thanks, I went right over there and redownloaded them all. I suspect these are updates with the art work on the right side as well. Thanks again.

[jankees]

? why do you suspect such a thing? 'cos they are the same as previously, they were accidentily deleted, so I uploaded again...
were you missing something in one of my paints?

Meanwhile, not all aircraft had names. Here is 44-6542, which flew with the 429th BS/ 2nd BG from Amendola, Italy, with just the serial 542 on the nose. It started life with the 2nd BG in october 1944, and was scrapped at Kingman in december 1945. In the mean time, it had received a replacement tail from a OD 301st B-17, and had made an emergency landing in Yogoslavia on 1 april 1945, after three engines failed. The aircraft was repaired and rejoined the group.

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1795.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1812.jpg

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww230/jcblom60/FX1803.jpg

[stovall]

I had seen a somewhere I believe in this thread you were putting the nose art on both sides so I just wanted to be sure I had your latest versions. Looking forward to your future work. Thanks!!

[tigisfat]

still no memphis belle with all the latest accusim texture features?:wiggle:

[IanHenry]

Tigisfat,
try here:
http://nathansfsxrepaints.webeden.co.uk/#/wop-ii-b-17-accusim-repaints/4539711606

Ian

[tigisfat]

Tigisfat,
try here:
http://nathansfsxrepaints.webeden.co.uk/#/wop-ii-b-17-accusim-repaints/4539711606

Ian
thanks a ton!! Those look great.

How about 'chucky', the one in Ft Worth?

[Gdavis101]

Best add-on ever!! Thank you!:salute::salute::salute:

[stiz]

one thing thats been puzzeling me, why are the tips of the chin turret guns red??

[Quicksand]

I suppose the flash suppressors were painted red, but I've no idea why, other than to give the crewman manning the nose turret a quick reference to which way the guns were pointed.... Just a WAG on my part..

[stiz]

if they are flash suppressers (not only do they look totaly different to what the raf used!) why arnt they on every gun?? not nit picking just curious :)

[Wittpilot]

still no memphis belle with all the latest accusim texture features?:wiggle:
The Memphis Belle was a B-17F.

[tigisfat]

The Memphis Belle was a B-17F.

The memphis belle was a lot of planes, chief.:salute:

[deathfromafar]

Not a G model!

[tigisfat]

Not a G model!


Yup. Not only a G model B-17, but a G model B-52.