Realair Lancair Legacy out

[ryanbatc]

http://www.realairsimulations.com/legacy_buynow.php?page=legacyfsx_buynow

[pilottj]

YAY! off to download! :salute::mixedsmi: Luckily I had a $20 coupon for the P-51 so this week wont hurt quite so much LOL

[bushpilot]

Sooo... judging by the feature list, this is like the accusim of GA kit aircraft. Looks classy.

[JIMJAM]

Just as I was getting to know the A2A Stang, Realair drops the Lancair.:mixedsmi:

Life is good.


Just finished my first flight and all I can say is..... Wow

More options,settings and realism thats onece again going to raise the bar and make even the best of the best seem weak.

[crashaz]

ROFL!! I was just answering the other thread!!


I'm on the way!!
:running:

[Felixthreeone]

AWESOME!!!!!

[pilottj]

It flies great. :)
http://fsfiles.org/flightsimshots/images/324legacy.jpg
http://fsfiles.org/flightsimshots/images/456legacyvc.jpg

[JIMJAM]

Yeah it flies great. Other than set the initial settings to my liking ,I never even looked at the POH and I feel totally confortable flying it.
I do not know what their special sauce is but nobody can make a plane spin like Realair. I initiated a accelerated stall at about 5000 agl and ateup alot of sky to get out of it. Pulled out about 2500. Thing is the spin felt totally natural,fluid and I was in total control.
Frames on my aging I7,2.9ghz,Vista 64 maxed out settings are good. I am noticing some slower scenery draws and popping but even low and fast the fps is good and smooth. Cannot wait to see the nightime vr pit lighting.

[ryanbatc]

Here's a few more pics... it's easily my favorite plane to date.

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r43/ryanbatc/Untitled6-1.jpg


http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r43/ryanbatc/delicious7.jpg


http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r43/ryanbatc/delicious4.jpg


http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r43/ryanbatc/delicious5.jpg


http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r43/ryanbatc/delicious3.jpg

[Bomber_12th]

A brilliant product!

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y282/Bomber_12th/Cripes%20A%20Mighty%20Photos/lanc_1.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y282/Bomber_12th/Cripes%20A%20Mighty%20Photos/lanc_2.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y282/Bomber_12th/Cripes%20A%20Mighty%20Photos/lanc_3.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y282/Bomber_12th/Cripes%20A%20Mighty%20Photos/lanc_4.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y282/Bomber_12th/Cripes%20A%20Mighty%20Photos/lanc_5.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y282/Bomber_12th/Cripes%20A%20Mighty%20Photos/lanc_7.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y282/Bomber_12th/Cripes%20A%20Mighty%20Photos/lanc_8.jpg

[Phantom88]

Ahhh,Very hard to resist this one.Looks Sweet!!:salute:

[skyhawka4m]

Me thinks its needs 357th paint!!! John!?? :salute:

[Dain Arns]

I like that you can change the VC textures by simply editing the first line texture.cfg file, in the texture folder of the paint you want to alter, to a different VC texture folder. That's handy.
Was hoping for a Paint Kit included with the download, but maybe 'soon'... :kilroy:

[SirBenn21]

I'm tempted. :wiggle:

I have the rest of RealAir's birds. looks really good.

Ben

[Dain Arns]

Okay. I was really hesitant to buy it, since I just invested in the A2A P-51D.

No regrets after flying it for a couple hours.
Like many others have already posted here, It really flies great.
Did some basic aerobatic maneuvers, rolls and a few loops, and they seemed spot on.
The sideslipping was so realistic, I never even gave it a second thought on an approach to HI01.
It felt just right, especially the controlling decent rate. Least to me anyway.

The detailing is incredible.
Right down to the minor scratches in the plexi canopy, the ones they get from being in the slipstream, and the way they reflect at certain angles to the sun.
I noted how well the LCD panels looked just right, like they were backlit, including the default GPS.
Instrument faces have great reflections.
The instrument and panel lighting is wonderful, very immersive.

Sounds are top notch as usual, everything sounded great.
If this is how a Lancair Legacy handles in the real world, I can see why so many pilots like them.
Definitely worth the price. Already made this my default 'go to' plane for quick hops.

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[mohawk3]

It looks 'realai(r)stic' from any angle.
I have just a question: does the pilot wear those sunglasses all the time, including when flying at night?

[thunder100]

Hi

Could anybody compare to the ORBX Lancair?

Thanks

Roland

[Felixthreeone]

Hi

Could anybody compare to the ORBX Lancair?

Thanks

Roland

..To be honest, I am not sure that it can be compared to the ORBX Lancair...Two totally different aircraft versions modelled here.

The Orbx model is good, but not great. The RealityXP integration (which is of utmost importance to me, but may not matter to other people) in the Orbx aircraft isn't nearly as complete and seamless as it is in the Realair Legacy. Realair went over and above to make sure that their RXP integration gave users of the Unlimited GPS pack full customization.

The flight dynamics are no comparison. The Realair takes it by miles. They both offer HD textures, custom night lighting, but there is something about the realir Legacy that just makes it...well....One of the best single-engine GA aircraft ever made for any iteration of flightsim, ever. Total package is a work of art. If you have FSX, and fly GA, or even if you don't, this plane is a must-buy!

[yankeeromeo]

Hey Folks,

yes, totally agree, a nice, kind and not vicious, almost a dream machine.
one day maybe, when winning the lotery...
Have a look at the attached file, some painting ideas from Lancair.
ENjoy & :icon29:

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[Ty89m]

Great package! The start-up and shutdown prop effects are truly unreal! Never before have they been so realistic, truly happy with the purchase. It's a shame that the real POH's are hard to come by, and change from kit to kit, as I'd really love more detail on weight/balance and other performance figures. But there's certainly enough in the included manual to fly it in a realistic manner. Great job RealAir!

[Lionheart]

My goodness, its beautiful...

:applause:

[flyingip]

It's amazing! The airplane rumbles, makes noises, ... It's actually the first airplane where I have turned OFF my accu-feel!!

Great stuff Realair!

[JIMJAM]

Great package! The start-up and shutdown prop effects are truly unreal! Never before have they been so realistic, truly happy with the purchase. It's a shame that the real POH's are hard to come by, and change from kit to kit, as I'd really love more detail on weight/balance and other performance figures. But there's certainly enough in the included manual to fly it in a realistic manner. Great job RealAir!


I have known and flown with a Doc who just bought his second Lancair for many years. I have not flown with him in his new pocket rocket in a few months but if I run across him I will see about maybe getting either some copies or find out where to get the current poh. I have maybe 30 hrs in the Lancair and find the real one more lively but that may have to do with FSX's thick air as I call it. I also know that ATC loses you just like the LongEz if you do not have the transponder on. Mini stealth plane!
Also its kinda a kick in the pants when ATC tells you to slow up for a airliner thats ahead of you on approach. Heck his winglet is larger than your wingspan.

Edit- Btw the Lancair I am talking about is a 300 model that I am pretty sure has close to 350 horses. I have not even looked to see which one the Realair is modelled after.

[doublecool]

After this release it really make me wish for the Siai Marchetti SF260 in this latest and greatest Quality

Well done REALAIR :applause::applause::applause:

Man just when ya think they have out done themselves with their Dukes...BAM :wavey:

Thank you

[ryanbatc]

Hi

Could anybody compare to the ORBX Lancair?



I own that one too... it was one of my favorites... until now hehe!

At lower level the Legacy is a bit faster, and can slow down a little easier. The IV-P takes the cake for higher altitude cruising.

[CHBTheDoctor]

Is there a forum that is used by RealAir ?

I know they have none by themselves, so maybe there is one they prefer.

Couldn't resist their newest offer and it's some nice little hotty...

Only one little quirk so far, I have mapped aileron trim to one of my cooli hats, works fine in all other planes...
...but in the Lancair it's inverted :icon_eek:

Not a big problem but I would like to let them know without bugging them with an email.

[Felixthreeone]

Rob Young (Realair developer) seems to be at avsim quite a bit...not sure if he has stopped in here or not?

[IanHenry]

Has anyone else experienceda strange jumping and "chirping" of the wheels when the aircraft is stationeryon the runway, or is it just a problem that I have?<o:p></o:p>
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Regards, <o:p></o:p>
Ian.<o:p></o:p>

[ryanbatc]

I've not seen that yet. On occasion you might get a repeating sound, it's a glitch with that sound dll gauge... I wonder if that's what's happening...

Is this after a flight or just when you start up FSX?

[IanHenry]

I've not seen that yet. On occasion you might get a repeating sound, it's a glitch with that sound dll gauge... I wonder if that's what's happening...

Is this after a flight or just when you start up FSX?

Thanks for your reply Ryanbatc,
The problem starts as soon as you load a flight and before you take off. I havn't landed and seen if it continues after landing yet, but it is irritating, it's making me feel sea sick!


Regards,
Ian.

[pilottj]

If this Legacy is an indication and measurment of RealAir's 'stuff' now.....their 172 will be nothing short of excellent. :salute:

[ryanbatc]

Thanks for your reply Ryanbatc,
The problem starts as soon as you load a flight and before you take off. I havn't landed and seen if it continues after landing yet, but it is irritating, it's making me feel sea sick!



Have you tried cycling the sounds by pressing "Q" ?

Other than that I'm stumped... perhaps shoot an email over to Rob and see if he's got any suggestions?

[Barnes]

Well - i tried to resist rushing to buy this but as its a realair product which stands for great quality i gave in and am predictably delighted with my investment - well done Rob and team :applause::applause::applause:

[ronvking]

I have to agree with all thats been said, great plane and pushes Realairs standards even higher.

However if I was really critical I would say that some of the instruments look dated, for example the altimeter. They are the same as were in the Duke and don't look right in the Lancair. If possible I would like to have seen one similar to the SF260 instead.

Right now to take her for a spin again. This time with more recovery height than I did yesterday. Took too long to fill in that hole.

[ryanbatc]

I think they look great - it's an experimental plane so you'll find a wide variety of panels in the real world. Plus I prefer big analogue gauges because for IFR flight.

[yankeeromeo]

Hello Folks,

Anybody using A2A Shockwave light ? just need the settings for the landing lights.
Thanks in advance.
Cheers.

[SGTMAJOR]

Hello Folks,

Anybody using A2A Shockwave light ? just need the settings for the landing lights.
Thanks in advance.
Cheers.

YR - These are the settings I used, however, I never could get them working correctly. (too bright) Also.....for some odd reason, my GPS wouldn't work with the lights......Weird. Anyway, if you get it working, let me know.


light.10 = 5, -2.40, -3.75, -0.80, fx_Shockwave_landing_light // Shockwave light
light.11 = 5, -2.40, 3.75, -0.80, fx_Shockwave_landing_light // Shockwave light

Cheers,

[SGTMAJOR]

I saw in RealAir's FAQ's page that a Paint Kit will be released at a later date........but couldn't resist slinging some paint around this weekend. What a wonderful little plane...........just like all the other RealAir Aircraft!!!! (smile)

In my humble opinion...........they are the best in the GA department!!!!!!

I think it was Another developer that had a Lancair called "Plum Crazy" or something like that..............here's my take on the RealAir Version, since I'm plum crazy about this plane!!!!! (smile)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a142/1SGTMAJOR/300CBi/Lancair/2012-6-9_6-11-29-976.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a142/1SGTMAJOR/300CBi/Lancair/2012-6-8_17-43-25-960.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a142/1SGTMAJOR/300CBi/Lancair/2012-6-11_6-41-50-875.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a142/1SGTMAJOR/300CBi/Lancair/2012-6-11_6-40-58-618.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a142/1SGTMAJOR/300CBi/Lancair/2012-6-11_6-41-22-561.jpg

Just finishing up with this one, however, still tweaking here and there.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a142/1SGTMAJOR/300CBi/Lancair/2012-6-11_6-42-43-430.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a142/1SGTMAJOR/300CBi/Lancair/2012-6-11_6-42-22-575.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a142/1SGTMAJOR/300CBi/Lancair/2012-6-11_6-42-58-596.jpg

Cheers,

[skyhawka4m]

Will these two repaints be available for download?

[ryanbatc]

Wow those are sharp! The purple one is interesting lol!

I really like the 2nd paint. Well done.

[SGTMAJOR]

Will these two repaints be available for download?

SH - Eventually......however, I'm still tweaking here and there.

I post my repaints over at OZx download areas, however, I won't post anything until after RealAir Simulations releases their paintkit. I may have painted things that will not be part of the paintkit; i.e., interior stuff..... and that can't be released as the painted version until I get approval from RealAir........or I decide to leave it out. Hope you understand.

If I start putting stuff out there that's not part of the "Official" paintkit........then when folks have problems etc., RealAir catchs all the junk from my screw-up. (smile)

Once I post, I'll add a note here also........by then, I may have a couple more ready.

Cheers,

[Sundog]

I think the original "Plum Crazy" paint scheme was on an Eaglesoft Product. I think it was on their Lancair Columbia 400. Of course, that airplane, the real one, is now a Cessna product.

[Skyhawk_310R]

Me thinks its needs 357th paint!!! John!?? :salute:

You have my curiosity piqued! What 357th do you mean? I flew for the 357th AS years ago so I am certain you mean back from the World War II era when they flew among other aircraft the P-51D, correct?

Just wanting to see if you have some other personal connection to that unit?

Ken

[Skyhawk_310R]

Back in the day, I always thought this aircraft was one of the most beautiful ever designed, and perhaps is the most beautiful designed for general aviation. It is a single engine speed demon! I am currently downloading this aircraft and am very much looking forward to giving it a go.

If RealAir captures the look, feel, sounds, and flying performance of the real aircraft, then this will be an enviable experience in FSX!

Ken

[Skyhawk_310R]

Wow! Very well done RealAir and Robert Young! I am very impressed by this airplane. The look and feel of it are truly special. The FDE has given me a highly realistic and positive experience. Little nuances like the dynamics of the vibrations inside the cockpit and the stall shudders are most well done! Stall characteristics are very realistic. The amount of p-effect and torque on takeoff roll requires a very realistic degree of rudder input in a manner that strikes me as fully realistic with a single engine high performance aircraft. It is not as much as with a high performance piston twin such as I am familiar with, but certainly more than I need for my Skyhawk and that seems like a plumb nailed result to me!

I am curious whether RealAir had the luxury of an actual Lancair Legacy owner to test the FDE and systems? Because it would not surprise me at all that they did and that having such a valuable input they truly listened and sweated the details to get it all right!

The integration of any Reality XP GNS 530 or 430 which you may have onhand is seemless and highly effective using the RealAir menu interface which pops up after initial installation to give you a chance to customize your aircraft. I chose all the most realistic settings except for castoring nosewheel as I find that many builder might opt for a direct linkage for nosewheel steering anyway and directional braking in FSX has always been way too twitchy compared to the real world.

If anyone is sitting on the fence then I highly recommend you get off the fence and purchase this aircraft. In my view it is well worth the price and well worth your time.

This is again a very well designed and crafted virtual aircraft for FSX!

Ken Stallings

[skyhawka4m]

357th FS/FG from WW2

[griphos]

A couple of friends talked me into getting this one. Never been that enamored of the little glass rockets, but I have to say that this plane has become a favorite in just a few short days. The cockpit and externals are superb. The extra features such as aircraft shake, especially during startup and shutdown, really add to the immersion factor. And the flight model is really very good. I find I need to hold right rudder on climb and left rudder on descent, just as I should, to keep the ball centered. It does a wicked accelerated stall! It's fast and a real pleasure to land. Exceptionally well done aircraft. I've always found that the A2A aircraft spoil me for most other addons, unless they bring something different (even quirky) to the game. This one is state of the art GA mainstream, but it is done so well it is hard not to just keep clicking on it in the aircraft selection screen.

Not many of my addons are still in my hangar, but this one will stay there for a long time. Very well done.

[mohawk3]

Directly from Lancair's website:

[mohawk3]

The only difference that I've spotted at a glance is the two blade propeller.But that's very nice , I didn't knew there's a military version of the Legacy.
They might have a verrryy consistent POH

[mohawk3]

Lancair Mexican Navy livery can now be downloaded from Realair's website.
Thank you, Realair

[clmooring]

I just want to add my "me too" to the list of satisfied customers. What a great add on. Even on my old 2.4ghz dual core, i am very happy with the purchase. Realair is not prolific in their releases, but they are magnificent! The legacy is true to form. seems like fsx is a whole experience.

[clmooring]

Dear Sean and Rob

I bought the Lancair when it came out. But I was running FSX on my old desktop with a dual core 2.4 ghz processor and a 500mb video card.

On a lark I loaded up up FSX on my Dell XPS lap top with an i5 process and and 8 gigs of ram. Wow, now I know just how great the Lancair really is. In fact, FSX is a whole new experience for me.

With that said and with the Hurricane Sandy rolling in, I have real weather selected... and how do I enjoy those raindrops on the Duke. The Lancair would be better that perfect with those little raindrops rolling around on that beautiful canopy.

I hope you will consider them for the upcoming 172.

big time fan!

[Obie311]

Does the ammeter deflect on the Legacy when the electrical system is loaded?

Obie

[clmooring]

Does the ammeter deflect on the Legacy when the electrical system is loaded?

Obie


yes it does

[flaminghotsauce]

DANG IT! YOU GUYS convinced me to spend $42 on an airplane. Downloading as I type this RealAir Lancair. My first RealAir purchase, althought I drooled over the Duke for a LONG LONG time, I never pulled the trigger. I did see a real life Duke this week at my local airport. Watched it fly over my head on final, saw it upclose and personal on the ramp,and got to watch it launch a few minutes later.

But I bought the Lancair! Go figure.

[flaminghotsauce]

So here's my experience:

Frame hog heavy pig-dog. My Carenado 172 sits on the runway 40 FPS. Change to the Lancair, 17 FPS. Wow. That's the low-res LOD whatever it's called. I started out with the hi-res version and was low teens to single digits .I do NOT have a hot rod computer, AMD quad-core at 2.5ghz, 6 meg ram, all settings on medium high. But I can fly it. I took a quick run to an airport 100 or so miles away, and it's really nice. It took me a bit to figure HOW to click and drag the radio knobs, but now I think it's a nice way to adjust 'em.

I am having difficulty with my rudder pedals in that I can't get the brakes to not be applied. I always have some braking going on. The squealing and squawling on the take-off run really emphatically points out my problem!

Bottom line is I love this airplane but it reveals the inadequecies of my old computer. I've been eyeing some p7 system, but it's over a grand, so maybe in the future I'll be able to fully roll this airplane out properly. For now, I back off settings.

[ryanbatc]

Yeah but it looks so smooth. Your system is fairly dated now but yes the Legacy does drop fps... and you'll notice it with your system.

[clmooring]

I have two questions:

1. does the real world legacy have a heater? I cant find one in realair version.

2. is there an automatic internal cowling in the realworld legacy.... another thing i cant find.

[Mach3DS]

Just picked this one up, and it's fast becoming my favorite GA aircraft next to the Duke B60. I have a couple of items I had some questions about:

Before I send a message to the RealAir guys I thought I'd ask here first so as to not waste their time on things that are potentially known issues:

1. When pushing the rudder pedals to mid-full deflection, the heel of the pilots foot bleeds through the model and becomes visible from the exterior.

2. Any chance to get a pilot model wearing a helmet, as many of these are used in racing?


Fabulous aircraft, and fantastic job. I've only had a chance to fly it for about an hour, but it's the most fun I've had in an GA aircraft for a while. Wish I could afford one in RL! I'd be all over this one! Great job RealAir :jump:

[ryanbatc]

Sounds like you found a little bug nice work hehe. I tested this one and thought I squashed all of them.

This is my favorite GA plane (even over the duke 2.0 which is top 5).

[Mach3DS]

ryanbatc,

yeah, it's all the other testing on the side now...lol...it creeps into my fun flying too now! HA! Ok, sounds good, I'll send off a little note to the RealAir guys. Thanks for the timely response, this was an old thread!