Concorde X - FSX

Flight Sim Labs

$91.38

Media Format: CD-ROM
Compatibility: Microsoft Flight Simulator X SP2

This is one of the most anticipated aircraft releases for Microsoft Flight Simulator X. The Flight Sim Labs Concorde X package brings one of the most highly detailed and advanced Concorde aircraft add-ons to your copy of FSX. This add-on will not disappoint with amazing detail, textures and features.

The sleek curves of Concorde are expertly modeled to allow the Pilot to experience the visual beauty of this most unique of all aircraft within FSX. All the systems are there for an immersive experience in operating Concorde X like the pro`s. Along with the true-to life sounds, in the VC the Virtual Pilot can have the experience of virtually "being there".

Details

With realistic flight dynamics, learning to fly Concorde has never been as complex or as enjoyable within MSFS. Even the novice can enjoy learning on this aircraft due to the helpful Virtual Flight Engineer. Concorde-X is a must for all Virtual Pilots.

Offering the `easiest-to-fly` but also `most complete` Concorde aircraft simulation ever to be produced for a desktop flight simulator, the Concorde-X has arrived to set new standards with its amazingly accurate systems, stunning photo-realistic graphics, vigorously detailed external model and virtual cockpit, and a fully immersive three-dimensional sound experience!

Features

Variant 2D flood and instrument lighting
3D analog instruments on Virtual Cockpit
External models built for FSX features, including new animations for doors, cargo bays, pilots, control surfaces, gear bogies and much more!
Engine flames up on hot start
Improved and refined reheat effects
Engineer’s panel simulation including: Fuel, Hydraulics, Engine Control, Intake Control, Cabin Pressurization, and brake temperature logic
Complete engine start & shutdown logic
Ground Services for air and electrics
Realistic reaction of aircraft systems to exterior temperature (hydraulic level, TCA temp, bleed air duct temperature)
Ramps and spill doors manual management affect engine damage and performance
and much more

Recommended minimum requirements

Internet Connection
Microsoft Flight Simulator X with SP2 or Acceleration
Dual Core CPU
2GB RAM
256MB Graphics card
Win XP SP2, Vista or Windows 7 (32 or 64bit)

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Reviews

This add on was never going to fail to impress. The development team is one of the best out there and no stone was left unturned in their quest for absolute realism. Apart from the use of the autopilot it is easily the easiest and most complex Concorde simulation to date. For an airliner as complex as Concorde, this is a huge achievement. I've loved every minute of reviewing Concorde X and thank FSLabs for allowing me to do so. - Mutleys Hangar

I really like this. The fuselage looks very good, in both model and textures. The landing gear however, could be better. The struts lack some nice dirt here and there, and signs of usage. The modeling of the landing gear, however, is very good. What I like most of all, is the accurate texturing: very, very clean fuselage, but signs of use, dirt and wear on the engine pods. The real Concordes were always very clean, as they needed to be to make it to mach 2+ without heating up too much. I have to add that I didn’t try the normal definition textures, only the high definition (as selected in the installation). I can only say that this bird looks great, and it’s amazing to see it soar through the sky at mach 2 in FSX. - FSX World

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Customer Reviews

Rated 5.0/5.0 based on 1 customer reviews

Stuart Ball - 11/01/2010

5/5

This is an absolutely fantastic product! I bought it just after it was released, and I must say that I am very impressed. The quality and detail level are unmatched, leading to a wonderful experience. The documentation is great, including a very detailed tutorial that takes you step-by-step through a typical British Airways flight from London's Heathrow Airport to New York's Kennedy Airport.

There are a few warnings, however, that I must make.

1. This is not an aircraft for the novice. You should have experience with some of the more demanding add-on aircraft before you attempt the Concorde X. Frustration will inevitably result if you think you can just hop in and take off. Even experienced flight simmers should expect a steep learning curve. (But that's the fun part, isn't it?) Luckily, the detailed tutorial flight will introduce you to everything you will need to know. And it can be broken down into flight segments so you don't need to learn everything in one or two sessions.

2. In keeping with the real world aircraft, Concorde X does not have a modern FMS/FMC that allows you to enter a flight plan and then let the aircraft fly itself. Instead it uses the CIVA Inertial Navigation System, which requires an entirely different type of navigation. The necessary files for most real-world British Airways and Air France Concorde flights are provided. And a couple of user-written programs allow you to convert other flight plans into INS-friendly files, which simplifies the process. Also, while Concorde X does have autopilot/autothrottle capability, those systems do not behave the way newer systems do. There is some re-learning that must occur there, too.

3. Pay close attention to the hardware limitations that are listed on the Flight Labs web site! This is an extremely resource-intensive aircraft. If you have a system that is close to the minimum, you may need to sacrifice somewhere (AI traffic, FSX slider settings, etc.), but you will still have a very satisfying result.

The best thing about Concorde X is the challenge involved in learning to fly the most unique passenger aircraft ever built. The worst thing is that it makes you miss the real thing so much. I heartily recommend it.

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This product was added to our catalog on Saturday 30 October, 2010.

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