Bell 206

[euroastar350]

Work in progress, about 80% complete. FSX native Bell 206 originally designed for FS2004 by Owen Hewitt, FSX conversion by me. No release set and not soon either:wiggle:

[jeansy]

its about time this model was upgraded

many thanks G

[Daube]

Nice to see a 206 with floats :)

One question though: was it possible to extend the default 206 instead of upgrading a 2004 model ? I ask this because some default planes were modified like this:
- the default DC-3 was extended to several versions, and called "Awesome 4 some"
- the default Comet from FS9 was converted to native FSX
- the default Jenny was converted to native FSX

So *if* the default 206 were editable as well, it would be an easier base for you, wouldn't it ?

[skyhawka4m]

very cool!!!

[Hughes-MDflyer4]

Nice to see a 206 with floats :)

One question though: was it possible to extend the default 206 instead of upgrading a 2004 model ? I ask this because some default planes were modified like this:
- the default DC-3 was extended to several versions, and called "Awesome 4 some"
- the default Comet from FS9 was converted to native FSX
- the default Jenny was converted to native FSX

So *if* the default 206 were editable as well, it would be an easier base for you, wouldn't it ?

The DC-3 and Jenny were different in that the source files were available for them. The Comet was converted by using a tricky method of converting the MDL file into a 3ds file. The animations were lost, but the mapping stayed. We could do this with the default 206, but the animations would have to be redone, and not everyone is a fan of seeing default aircraft modified in such a way and rereleased. We're converting Owen's 206 to FSX because he gave us the source files for it. And it already has animations and doesn't need much to convert it to FSX. It may not be as high poly as the default FSX 206, but the shape is much more accurate. In the future, we plan to either making a scratch built 206, or add to Owen's mesh and take it further. It would be cool to extend the default 206, but it's debatable as to whether or not that would be "right."

[skyhawka4m]

sure wish we could get a 427 or maybe a new 429?

http://i.pbase.com/o6/01/755801/1/136348085.7ennsf28.256_2833a2CGWRD.jpg

[euroastar350]

sure wish we could get a 427 or maybe a new 429?

http://i.pbase.com/o6/01/755801/1/136348085.7ennsf28.256_2833a2CGWRD.jpg

On the cards as future projects, leaning towards the 429 more.

[euroastar350]

Nice to see a 206 with floats :)

One question though: was it possible to extend the default 206 instead of upgrading a 2004 model ? I ask this because some default planes were modified like this:
- the default DC-3 was extended to several versions, and called "Awesome 4 some"
- the default Comet from FS9 was converted to native FSX
- the default Jenny was converted to native FSX

So *if* the default 206 were editable as well, it would be an easier base for you, wouldn't it ?

As Brandon mentioned, we have Owen's 206 as a base for future models....no need to rehash a default aircraft mesh to add additional models unless microsoft themselves would release the source files which is highly not possible:guinness:

[spatialpro]

Great to see this being upgraded to FSX. Well done. Keep up the good work.

Will it have bump maps, VC self-shadowing and VC reflective glass??? In the case of VC glass it would be great to use very high resolution textures, so that subtle scratches and bits of dirt could be added for amazing realism.

Andy

[euroastar350]

Great to see this being upgraded to FSX. Well done. Keep up the good work.

Will it have bump maps, VC self-shadowing and VC reflective glass??? In the case of VC glass it would be great to use very high resolution textures, so that subtle scratches and bits of dirt could be added for amazing realism.

Andy

You bet it will have FSX features and materials:applause:

[N2056]

"We could do this with the default 206"

No, you could not. The other meshes were made available by Microsoft. Unless they did that again with the 206 any modifications would be in violation of the EULA.

[heywooood]

this looks to be a very fine job - looking forward to it :salute:

[N2056]

Agreed. These guys have been doing some good work lately! :salute:

[euroastar350]

Well the models have grown from 5 to 12 models now...and they are in the paintshop as I type this. More info and shots soon.

PS...Robert (N2056) check your PM

[Hughes-MDflyer4]

The base model is pretty much done. The only things left to do on it are fix the landing lights (directional issue) and get the sliding window vent animation codes converted from FS9 to FSX, which must be done by hand in XML. Other than that, this is what the model will look like. After this variant is done, all the others (low skid, news, floats, etc) will be done and the paint schemes added.

http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/403/2011718132458743.png

http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/5738/2011718132517679.png

http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/3299/2011718132527221.png

http://img233.imageshack.us/img233/9323/201171813292473.png

http://img713.imageshack.us/img713/9682/2011718132941957.png

Unofficial model configuration list:

High Skid
High Skid (No Doors)
Low Skid
Low Skid (No Doors)
Floats
Floats (No Doors)
TV News 1
TV News 2
Wirecutters - High Skid
Wirecutters - High Skid (No Doors)
Wirecutters - Low Skid
Wirecutters - Low Skid (No Doors)

[Killbilly]

That looks fantastic! I loved Owen's Jetrangers in FS9, and this conversion will be just that much better. Thanks in advance! :wavey:

[Walter]

Sorry if this is asking a lot, but will there be a repaint kit? I'm asking because I have always wanted to see my news channel's helicopter in my flight sim... plus it looks darn right awesome! :icon_lol:

http://www.airliners.net/photo/LIN-Television-Corp./Bell-206L-3-LongRanger/1826599/L/&sid=f73508b4754ae66895c018837934783e

Thank you,

Walter

[euroastar350]

Repaint kit already on Hovercontrol and Avsim, Owen released it when he released his 206 for FS9....and older repaints will work with the FSX models, just got to convert to DDS and add the matching spec maps. I am adding the texture sheet for the floats, low skid gear and remapped wire cutters.

[euroastar350]

And we are going to model the B206L LongRanger as shown in the A.net link:ernae:

[Hughes-MDflyer4]

Hi guys,

Sorry of the lack of updates. It's been a busy last few weeks for us. On top of that, the guy that was going to do all 16 liveries had a computer crash, so now we have to take on that challenge, plus finish off all of the model variants. OY!!!!!!!!!!! LOL!!!!

Until we can get some more updates out, here is a screenshot of the first livery we've done...an official ERS paint scheme.

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/5264/b206erslivery.jpg

[Killbilly]

Looks fantastic. I'm really looking forward to this project. Thanks for the update. :icon29:

[Walter]

About five minutes before the update was posted, I was on the website trying to see if I had missed an update. I must have sensed it.... :mixedsmi:

[euroastar350]

And I have been hard at work trying to get this, the Enstrom for FS9, the Bell 222 done, on top of other projects we have and are working on including the SOH Grumman E1 project slated for later this year and/or next. OY!!!!!!!!!!

[Hughes-MDflyer4]

Currently exporting the rest of the Bell 206 exterior configuration models for FSX. After this is done, we just need to organize all the exterior models and put them with the correct VCs, as well as finish off liveries and documentation.

http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/5029/b206floatssm.jpg
Fresh off the assembly line -- 206 on Floats. Testing out the float contact points in this shot. Next, she'll be sent to the paint shop.

[doublecool]

Hi guys,

Sorry of the lack of updates. It's been a busy last few weeks for us. On top of that, the guy that was going to do all 16 liveries had a computer crash, so now we have to take on that challenge, plus finish off all of the model variants. OY!!!!!!!!!!! LOL!!!!

Until we can get some more updates out, here is a screenshot of the first livery we've done...an official ERS paint scheme.

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/5264/b206erslivery.jpg


Nice panit job too:jump::applause:

[AusWilko]

Looks realy well done.

I suck badly flying these things but still have a heap of fun trying to :jump:

[Hughes-MDflyer4]

Hi guys,

Sorry for the lack of updates. We've been busy not only with FS development, but real life stuff. We've still been working on the 206, though. We're finishing up the liveries, as well as exporting the virtual cockpits for all 16 exterior models. Shouldn't be too much longer until she's all done!

Here's one of the liveries we've been working on:

http://www.eaglerotorcraftsimulations.com/images/b206_redbull_preview.jpg

[Killbilly]

Nice to see an update. It looks like you all are doing great work.

Anxiously awaiting . . .