This will serve as an official announcement that we have released the version 2.5.0 update for the Beechcraft Sundowner v2. All customers who have purchased the Sundowner v2 up till now have been sent an e-mail by X-Aviation with complete instructions on how to obtain your update. We have made this a very simple process! For those that purchase the Sundowner v2 from today forward, your purchased download will already be updated to version 2.5.0 for you.
What if I didn't get the update e-mail?
If you did not receive your update e-mail don't fret! X-Aviation has updated our system to allow all customers to update with ease, regardless of whether you received an e-mail for the update! Here's what to do:
1. Login to your X-Aviation account here: https://www.x-aviation.com/catalog/account_history.php
2. Find your original Sundowner v2 download and re-download the file. It will download as the latest version!
The following is a list of improvements/fixes included:
Now four unique aircraft variants:
C23 original, with steam gauges
C23 G1000, with X-Plane 1000 avionics suite
C23 G5, with RealSimGear G5 Instruments
C23 G500, with RealSimGear G500 Avionics Suite
X-Plane 12 (only) compatible
X-Plane 12 Flight model integration
Flight model adjustments
New weight and balance model. Per seat loading through X-Plane UI, or the custom UI
Performance adjustments
Yaw trim tab adjustment for neautral rudder input at cruise
X-Plane 12 windscreen rain effects and defrost control
All circuit breakers are operational, and unique per aircraft
Custom UI for Options, Aircraft Loading, and Checklist. Quick access to remove chocks and tie-downs, through Aircraft's menu
Fully simulated AMR-350 TSO panel for the Original, G5, and G500 models
Fully* simulated GMA-1347 Audio panel for the G1000 model. (*Those function that exist in X-Plane)
Support for RealityXP GNS430 and GTN650 GPS units
New tablet location. Now is stored under the panel (copilot's side), and shown on pilot's yoke.
Online Manual
As always, thanks for being a customer with X-Aviation. We appreciate your feedback and support!
Enjoy these latest updates, and stay tuned to the forum as we continually announce the latest happenings.