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There is a P-Factor that is determined by X-Plane as it runs - We are looking into making sure it is sufficient P-factor to represent the high torque of the aircraft.

Good to see the initial update. I like how you sneaked in a fix for the volume and beta control.

Yes sir! It will disregard the plugins you move into the folder named 000_Disabled, and there are probably many other ways to do it, but for me this is the easiest method. X-Plane will not start until it sees certain plugins and the TBM needs Gizmo so it will throw up messages unless you have the ones I listed in the last message I sent. If you get a message it requires a plugin when X-Plane is loading simply go to the 000_Disabled folder and move the missing plugin back to the plugins folder. Take your time, I'm retired and unless I'm out on my boat fishing, or working around the house, I like to play with this, and I enjoy helping if I can, when I can. Have a good day! Dwight

Hello Jack! I took a look at your files and also noted the fact that you had said the last flight was normal. I'm going to recommend that you delete the state file in the Output folder to begin with. I'm not 100% sure if this file is wiped and regenerated when you load a new version of the TBM, but it won't hurt to let the system rebuild the state file. Go to your X-Plane folder > then to the Output folder > then to the TBM900 folder. Inside the TBM900 folder select the folder named "state" and delete it. Also, please remove all plugins except Gizmo64.plugin, XPLM_64.dll, and XPWidgets_64.dll I personally create a folder in the plugins folder and name it 000_Disabled Restart X-Plane and the state folder will be regenerated. Fly the TBM, or if you want set everything up on the ground and try the inputs for a Direct TO command from the FMS panel on the TBM instrument panel. Lets give this a try, and if you fly and everything works, then one at a time start adding the plugins back in until you find the one that creates your problem. I personally will fly three or four trips from Cold and Dark to Cold and Dark, making sure I'm happy before adding the plugins back. Good luck and don't forget to resend the Log and TBM900_Log files if the condition persists. Regards, Dwight

Bug for KG FF is logged. No inertial separator annunciator is currently present, but that is a good idea for an addition.

Jack, I just took a quick look at your files, and of course nothing jumps out at me at the moment but if you can, please also post the TBM900_Log file. I will look it over in fine detail in the morning as I have to hit the sack now. BTW- the Gizmo plug in needs to be installed in order to have the aircraft function, license check, ect.

Jack, I will wait till you can up load the Log.txt and TBM900_Log.txt files, and then see if I can help figure this out, or perhaps someone out there will be able to ring in with an answer. It does seem that there was a issue similar to this in one of the early versions, but so far I haven't found a direct reference to what I'm thinking, and other than plug-ins, or me going crazy loading scenery files my TBM works great, and is the only aircraft I fly unless troubleshooting the G1000. I'll attach my files plus Gizmo, and if you want compare to what you have, and maybe something will jump out Let me know my friend! Dwight Log.txt TBM900_Log.txt GizmoLog.txt

Also a turboprop newbie here And I, too, would enjoy more info on the engine controls. @USierra A good way to see what those levers are doing is to display some values with the XP data option (prop pitch, prop RPM, fuel flow, etc.). You'll see live exactly what those controls change with the engine and prop. From what I've gathered and tested: it's kinda complicated but not so much. The "prop lever" is not a prop lever in the classic sense - it's more like a gear box with a feather function. Test it by displaying both the prop pitch angle and the prop RPM. The condition lever has basically three main functions: fuel cutoff -> obvious, low idle and high idle are set as specific regimes that changes both the fuel flow and prop RPM (at least that's how I understand it). The "throttle" should be called a "power lever" - it mainly changes the fuel flow but also alters the prop RPM and pitch angle (especially in the beta range and reverse). Display the prop pitch angle data to check where the lever sits when you actually reach the beta position (zero prop pitch angle). The "fourth lever" is the inertial separator control. Disengaged when pushed forward (default position) and engaged when pulled in the lower position. It's usually used during take-off and climb and in icing conditions. Here's a nice video from Daher about the inertial separator in the TBMs. Please "anyone knowledgeable about turboprops and the PR", do correct me if I'm wrong, and offer us more info . I'd be more than happy to know more about those specific controls in the Pocket Rocket.

i'd recommend loading up another airplane with the LR G1000 to just see what happens in terms of the CTDs. At the end of the day it's the same G1000.

I already love this plane....flying few hours. Congratulation and thank you for that fantastic product, you made a great work. There are some features I like very, e.g. MFDs to encapsulate in dedicated windows, e.g. to define your own tail identification etc. The handling of the plane is simple and the sounds especially listening from external view when the aircraft is flying overor staring the engine …. yesss, it sounds so real. Hope many pilots will love this aircraft to motivate you to continue with your products. BR Marco Schmidt

Hi JackSwyr, I'll be honest I hold Hot Start in high regard they have been relentless in their pursuit of perfection for this addon. That said they rightly tend to focus on the more disruptive issues like the CTD you're experiencing over quality of life issues like entering values in to the FMS. So whilst this issue might take a little longer to fix I suspect you'll see your CTD issue fixed quite quickly but you may need to work with them providing logs, removing other add-ons etc as requested. Please don't give up on this add-on you'll be missing out. Kind regards, BT

No, I think you have your sensitivity turned up. Try these curve adjustments.

Perspective is also important. How much did you spend on groceries last time you shopped? How much does it cost to fill your car? The amount of fuss people make about the cost of software products with free updates lasting years relative to the other expenses in life would be laughable if it wasn't so depressing.