Attention all DC-3 fans !

**rdaniell** · December 23rd, 2013, 06:14

Jan, as another of the folks who had asked about a vintage virtual cockpit, I would like to add my thanks.

RD

**ViperPilot2** · December 23rd, 2013, 06:16

There's also excitement growing about this announcement over at DC-3 Airways, and I would like to ask a question from a Member there... will this Upgrade work in P3D?

Thanks for the (upcoming) reply!

Alan

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**txnetcop** · December 23rd, 2013, 06:39

YEEHAWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW! Thank you for undertaking this Jan.

Ted

***Ferry_vO*** · December 23rd, 2013, 06:39

Originally Posted by Javis

listen carefully to the enchanting idle sound of the engines and you might hear a repeating whisper : "DC3 needs VVC, DC3 needs VVC, DC3 needs VVC..."

Sounds like you finally found that 'little green bag', Jan!

Good looking VC, and even better to see you back at FS modelling!

***big-mike*** · December 23rd, 2013, 07:00

WOW---great work.Jan!

Can`t wait.
Mike

MM · December 23rd, 2013, 07:42

Jan and Hani,

What a wonderful contribution. It looks as though you will again produce an integral part of a Flight Sim milestone.

Many thanks for this and for all your work over the years. Our little world is so much better for what you have done.

Merry Christmas to all.
Mike
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**boxcar** · December 23rd, 2013, 08:20

.
.... Magnificent!

**DaveWG** · December 23rd, 2013, 09:02

I can only echo what has already been said, excellent work Jan.

This will make a superb aircraft even better.

**Milton Shupe** · December 23rd, 2013, 09:20

I will also echo the above, much deserved praise for the original model, all the enhancements, and to you Jan and Hansi for bringing this beautiful VVC to light. And a special recognition to Hans-Joerg Naegele for all his special behind-the-scenes efforts and contributions to so many projects, including mine. Jan, you are still my hero!

**FentiFlier1** · December 23rd, 2013, 10:46

I would like to join in the chorus of appreciation!

Can't wait!

**ce_zeta** · December 23rd, 2013, 14:37

Simply amazing. Great work dude.

Merry Christmas!

**Bjoern** · December 23rd, 2013, 14:44

Well ride me sideways and call me Shirley, if this ain't exciting news!

**TuFun** · December 23rd, 2013, 15:00

Originally Posted by Javis

Manfred's DC-3 gets authentic VVC !

As a retired FS aircraft designer myself my hands have been itching, believe me! ( i worked on several FS DC-3 iterations on and off just about trough my whole 'FS design career' ). After Manfred released v2 of his gorgeous DC-3 model and Ted (Tufun) released his amazing DC-3 sound suite on top of that ( listen carefully to the enchanting idle sound of the engines and you might hear a repeating whisper : "DC3 needs VVC, DC3 needs VVC, DC3 needs VVC..." ) it was just too much for me to hold off any longer, forget my retirement for a while and get to work.

Cheers,
Jan

Hey Jan... all the conversations we had and those little hints of maybe putting your talents (Y Pearl) to work for a little while and that little video adventure with Air France Dak and it finally came down to big radials a chugging! And of course Manfred's masterpiece!

Thanks so kindly, never thought a soundset would bring out so much emotions for some. I'm honored!

Ted "TuFun"

**ncooper** · December 23rd, 2013, 15:10

Originally Posted by TuFun

Thanks so kindly, never thought a soundset would bring out so much emotions for some. I'm honored!

Ted "TuFun"

You could have, the soundset is a masterpiece, just like the aircraft model is and the period VC will be.

Regards,
Nick.

**iwik** · December 23rd, 2013, 15:45

Just want to add Many thanks for this addition. My best xmas present, really did enjoy the Maam one inFS9.

Take Care and enjoy the season.

Les

**adi518** · December 23rd, 2013, 16:46

wow.. major respect for doing this.. manfred and team's dc-3 sure deserves it!

***greenie*** · December 23rd, 2013, 18:36

Many have thanked you and I feel it would be remiss of me not to ...Thank you ! . Excellent news and eagerly waiting .

**Javis** · December 23rd, 2013, 19:25

Thanks very much for the warm welcome to our DC-3 VVC project, gents ! Much appreciated and inspiring !

Happy Holidays everyone and see you next weekend. I've got some work to do...

Cheers,

Jan

**Javis** · December 23rd, 2013, 19:32

Originally Posted by ViperPilot2

There's also excitement growing about this announcement over at DC-3 Airways, and I would like to ask a question from a Member there... will this Upgrade work in P3D?

You bet !

Cheers,
Jan

**gman5250** · December 23rd, 2013, 19:37

This panel may be the last piece, but it is most certainly not the least. Having a vintage office for the DAK will make the plane a true masterpiece. Awesome and most greatly appreciated.

**ViperPilot2** · December 23rd, 2013, 20:02

Jan,

Thanks for the word regarding P3D! There will be some very happy Pilots over at DC-3 Airways, for sure!

Have a Happy Holiday, and Thanks Again!

Alan

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***modelr*** · December 24th, 2013, 07:22

Jan and Hani, I can only add my voice and join the chorus for the thanks for this VVC for this fantastic DC3 of Manfred's. With all the different people who have contributed to this masterpiece, it is definitely one of, if not the best piece of freeware, or for that matter payware quality pieces of work to come out yet.

Merry Christmas To ALL

**HighGround22** · December 24th, 2013, 13:54

.Marvelous work, Jan V, and most welcome to us ardent fans of "The Goon".

Many thanks for the nice Christmas present!

***manfredc3*** · December 25th, 2013, 08:49

I became a new member to SOH yesterday and my heart skipped several beats when I read this thread.

As an avid DC-2/3 fan, I know Jan Visser from his renowned DC-3 (and other!) designs for the flight simming community.
I was sad to read a while ago that he decided to retire, but understood and respected his decision.

After finishing my hybrid cockpit build, I finally got to the point of re-installing the well known Maam DC-3, and also have the Just Flight one.
Though aged, the Maam DC-3 has been the most realistic one.
The Just Flight DC-3 is a very good payware version, but looking at the VC I am missing the vintage/aged look and feeling you would expect from a graceful, piston pushing, O'l Lady.

A flight simming friend pointed me to Manfred Jahn's C47, and, as mentioned by Jan himself, it is craving for a VVC.

So it looks like we found an awesome freeware DC-3/C-47 that is about to reach high standard payware quality.
1) Manfred Jahn and his team created a great freeware DC-3/C-47,
2) Ted (TuFun) provided an outstanding soundpack (even though I am currently using the sounds from the excellent
DC-2 payware).
3) And now Jan and Hani are giving us the ultimate Christmas gift, by working on an Vintage VC that will make any
DC-3/C-47 fan plan for some looong and sleepless night, enjoying the greatest DC-3/C-47 add-on for FSX/P3D
ever made.

So Jan,
Thank you so much for returning from retirement, and giving us DC-3/C47 fan's the best Christmas since the release of FSX.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all,

Manfredc3