Introducing the Avia 51

[Milton Shupe]

Since this is a Czech designed and built aircraft project, I have decided to provide both Metric and English panel versions for both aircraft.

Now, keep in mind I am not a panel designer but I have given this my best shot for the first version.

I welcome help from those more familiar with European ways of doing things for the 1930's era.

I have studied and gotten familiar with the KeDI gauge pack by Hauke Keitel and will also be able to use that for the Avia 51.

So, you will have both English and Metric versions available as aircraft selectable ready to fly.

Here is the first version of the panels with metric gauges. I have not yet found a cylinder head temp gauge yet but I will.

The popup 2D windows will also be from the same gauge collection.

Any feedback or input welcomed.

[Matt Wynn]

looks nice up front, great work Milton

[Hurricane91]

Here is the first version of the panels with metric gauges.

Milton, that is pretty much what I would expect to see in the 156 if photos were available. I like the dual gauge set up for english and metric, and appreciate the flexibility that would allow one to set up a custom panel if desired.

There may not have been much time for sightseeing for those who worked in the right hand seat of an Avia 51. They certainly would have earned their pay monitoring three engines, the radios, helping the pilot, and minding the passengers.

[Milton Shupe]

This is what I have settled on for now.

I'll send this to a few of you to check out the metric and non-metric panels, likely by Friday.

The first shot is the 2D panel, the second is the VC panels stepping back for a photo op.

[PeteHam]

The panel looks great Milton

Pete.

[Ferry_vO]

Nice work, Milton!

[Milton Shupe]

Thanks guys.

I have been working all day on the Avia 51 panels and so far, this is what I have.

I am ready to start the metric based gauges panel now.

Panel include pop ups for the 2D handy gauges and matching mini-panels.

[Moses03]

Nice Milton.

[Milton Shupe]

The metric based gauges are now done for the Avia 51.

We now have 4 panels, two for each aircraft, to share with you.

They will be easily modifiable.

[PeteHam]

Thanks Milton

Really looking forward to these, but especially the 51 .... just my love of radials.

Pete.

[Hurricane91]

That looks great Milton! You must be giving that panel utility a real workout.

[Milton Shupe]

That looks great Milton! You must be giving that panel utility a real workout.

You bet! FS Panel Studio is awesome! One of the best investments I have made in software ever.

I have managed to cobble together 4 panels since installation on Saturday.

[nigel richards]

Well, I'll vouch for the panels gentlemen...I spent half of last night flying them IFR.
Pushing levers, pressing buttons, changing settings.

I would love to have included some pics here, but didn't for one practical reason; they literally keep being improved by the
hour, so Milton's posts will keep you all better informed.


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So, as I needed a break, and a breath of mediterranean fresh air, I decided to get a few 'friends' together, and give you fair Aviators a taste of things to come. I wish to thank the hellenic Air Force for their kind gesture in the form of an honorary escort Gladiator. Infact they were so impressed with the Avias, they sent 2.

The day began with a chilly dawn engine warm-up at historical Sedes Air-base (LGSD), now thankfully undergoing a total restoration to its former 1920's - 30's glory.

[Milton Shupe]

LOL Nice shots Nigel I am happy that you are enjoying the fruits of your labours. It's great to have those awsome sounds complimenting the fresh morning dew and sunlight.

Working feverishly on the ECUs, seats, and pedals. Should have these wrapped up today for both aircraft.

[nigel richards]

LOL Nice shots Nigel I am happy that you are enjoying the fruits of your labours. It's great to have those awsome sounds complimenting the fresh morning dew and sunlight.

Working feverishly on the ECUs, seats, and pedals. Should have these wrapped up today for both aircraft.

Thankyou Milton,

I'm relishing the fruits of your craftsmanship, patience and inspiration, and the grand paint schemes of our worthy and talented painters, glittering as jewels as the day brings forth its first rays.