Douglas X-3 Stiletto FSX Native

[WarHorse47]

Got mine, but got FSX fatal errors when attempting to load in FSXA.

[falcon409]

Doesn't like having to load XMLTools in FSX/Accel. First time I tried it crashed, the second time it simply wouldn't proceed with the loading process until I selected "No" to the use of XMLTools.

[MrZippy]

Got mine, but got FSX fatal errors when attempting to load in FSXA.

I did get one fatal error while sitting on the runway. I don't have Acceleration.

[Milton Shupe]

I have been running xml tools for two years in FSXA, no issues that I recall.

Did you check the log file in the installation folder of xmltools 2.0?

"To run the installer, copy XMLTools_20 Installer.exe to any folder and execute it, preferable as Administrator. Besides the on screen log, XMLToolsInstallerLog.txt file is created also in the same folder."

[WarHorse47]

Doesn't like having to load XMLTools in FSX/Accel. First time I tried it crashed, the second time it simply wouldn't proceed with the loading process until I selected "No" to the use of XMLTools.

Yep. Just figured that out. Is XMLTools necessary? I edited my panel.cfg and removed [Window08] just to load and get airborne.

I checked my version (and log files) of XMLTools and am running 2.0. It's located in my root directory of FSX, not in the gauge directory.

[Milton Shupe]

Me too! Putting on my bubblewrap flight suit Better use a VERY long runway and don't do nuttin' stupid once it's up. You will lose all flight capabilities and plunge to your ultimate destruction! This is gonna take some practice

Be sure to follow the ref and checklist flap speeds for takeoff, climb out, cruise and approach.

See the Docs folder for additional help.

[Milton Shupe]

Yep. Just figured that out. Is XMLTools necessary? I edited my panel.cfg and removed [Window08] just to load and get airborne.

I checked my version (and log files) of XMLTools and am running 2.0. It's located in my root directory of FSX, not in the gauge directory.

As stated in the installation instructions, optional.

It provides Afterburner sounds, some rumbling and VC shaking in certain G and AoA situations.
But, you can ignore it altogether.

EDIT: Indeed, [Window08] in the panel.cfg is unnecessary.

[WarHorse47]

If it's of any help, my error report indicated a conflict with the panels.dll when attempting to load the aircraft with XMLTools active.

[Milton Shupe]

If it's of any help, my error report indicated a conflict with the panels.dll when attempting to load the aircraft with XMLTools active.

Does this still happen after removing Window08?

Have you restarted the sim since?

EDIT: Did you check the log in the XMLTools installation folder?

[Milton Shupe]

Just curious; is anyone flying this without issues who are using xmltools? and who are NOT using xmltools?

[WarHorse47]

Does this still happen after removing Window08? No.

Have you restarted the sim since? Yes.

Did you check the log in the XMLTools installation folder? Yes. No change.

[wellis]

Just curious; is anyone flying this without issues who are using xmltools? and who are NOT using xmltools?

Flying in P3Dv4.3 with XMLTools specific to the sim with NO problems, here. Haven't tried it with FSXA but will shortly.

UPDATE: Just checked it out in FSXA using XMLTools2.0 and all is working as advertised. no problems.

[Milton Shupe]

Does this still happen after removing Window08? No.

Have you restarted the sim since? Yes.

Did you check the log in the XMLTools installation folder? Yes. No change.

To clarify then, you are running without xmltools with no issues?

If not sure if xmltools are active, if you hear a "bang" when the afterburner kicks in, it is active.

[Switchblade408]

I attempted to fly it with XML on, but it just froze my sim for 2 hours. Now trying to do it without XML

[Priller]

No problems in P3Dv4.3 with xml tools.

Well, maybe one problem: she's damn near impossible to fly right!! or should I say, way above my abilities to fly right...

Priller

[WarHorse47]

To clarify then, you are running without xmltools with no issues?

If not sure if xmltools are active, if you hear a "bang" when the afterburner kicks in, it is active.

Without xmltools - no issues, and yes I hear a "bang" when the afterburner kicks in.

[Milton Shupe]

I attempted to fly it with XML on, but it just froze my sim for 2 hours. Now trying to do it without XML

Thanks.

It would be helpful to know which sim, and if you installed v2.0 (FSX and P3D not v4) or v3.0 (P3Dv4) of the xmltools.

Did you remove [Window08] from the panel.cfg?

[WarHorse47]

Just a hunch, but I think I know what's happening.

Looking at my FSX.cfg file, it appears that XMLTools is loading when I load the sim.

I suspect that when the X-3 tries to load, it [Window08] is trying to load XMLTools a second time?

[Dev One]

Just a quick first flight - if one can call it that - seems quite underpowered, found it difficult to get more than 350 kias clean. Lost it though - have full sensitivity & crash resistance - when applying any rudder - seems very, very sensitive there.
Using FSX SP2 but not XMLtools. Not sure if I'm getting afterburner.
Superb modelling, external rivet & panel lines nicely subdued, & the virtual cockpit....I haven't sufficient words to commend it!
I will persevere tomorrow to fly it better - after the bruises have healed!
Keith

P.S. Sorry to hear Pam in Hospital, wishing her a speedy recovery.

[Switchblade408]

Sorry I didn't clarify. FSX Steam Edition.

[Switchblade408]

and I didn't remove that part from the cfg

[Seahawk72s]

Does this still happen after removing Window08? No.

Have you restarted the sim since? Yes.

Did you check the log in the XMLTools installation folder? Yes. No change.

I too have the same issue and needed to remove Window08.
With so much to learn in flying and instrumentation functionality, I am not feeling as though I am missing out.
Truly some nice work on the aircraft and panels, many thanks..

[MrZippy]

Almost greased my first landing. More practice tomorrow!

[Milton Shupe]

I ask everyone to remove [window08] from the panel.cfg.

Not sure why I left that in although it doesn't cause issues for me.

I will reload the file without it to prevent further issues.

[Milton Shupe]

Almost greased my first landing. More practice tomorrow!

Landings are a challenge. Use a long stable approach at no less than 225 kias, full flaps with/without speed brake (depends on descent rate). Touch down around 190, go very easy on flair and drop rate; that is .. grease it.