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So that's why things are moving forward so slowly

Even a vanilla (not aircraft specific) vasFMC embedded would be a leap forward over the default FMC. Although of course, an aircraft specific solution would be even better.

My opinion is that the props look quite weird when running, especially from certain angles and would prefer them to look more like props on other planes when spinning. I can't comment that this would look better or worse as obviously the devs have done this already. That said, it doesn't ruin a great plane.

The quote I added is neither mine nor my opinion. I am more than prepared to support payware producers in x-plane, the quote was to illustrate what others were thinking, and therefore what would prevent them from buying. That chap bought the STMA PC-12, which for me doesn't have enough eye candy to lure me in. For him, he absolutely loves it (while being aware of the candy deficiency). I like the Q400, like most x-plane offerings, it's not quite finished and I hope will evolve over time, but for me, is a very good aircraft; because I put quite a lot of value on eye candy, and the flight model is nice (I like the feel of the Dash). As an aside, I own Aerosoft's A320 for FSX which has excellent eye candy and enough systems to keep me happy, but the flight model is garbage to the point you can't hand fly the plane. The choice of aircraft plays a large role too - if the Dash 8 wasn't in my VA's fleet, I probably wouldn't have bought it (at the price - the ERJ isn't in our fleet, but I bought that). The issue isn't price per se, it's perceived value. If the Dash had a non default FMC and perhaps a little more systems simulated, then there wouldn't be as much debate like there was with the A380. Armchair aviation should set a price that they are happy with, and maybe down the line have a price drop to regenerate sales. I think they've done a great job on the plane and will enjoy it for some time no doubt. It's a shame because I think at a slightly lower price point, they would have had a better reception, but I do want them to earn enough off the aircraft to keep developing it and make more of them.

I enjoyed the review and I agree that the price is still a little high. I do disagree with the comparison with the ERJ (which I also like). I find that the 3d work is considerably better in the Q400 than the ERJ - no marching ants etc, displays much clearer, beautiful reflections. In addition, while the flight model may or may not be spot on (like you I cannot make a call), handling is much better than the v2 ERJ which has the tail upside down until you modify the file. I also think that the enormous Gizmo splash screen is more than enough homage to Ben. In fact I think that for the price, a deal should have been worked out to get this payware aircraft to not require a code. Freeware, yes, but payware? (Note: I already have my own code). Like FSUIPC payware paying and being exempt from a 'full' user license to work. In that case, then a nod in the manual would be more appropriate. Where I do think there needs to be an improvement is the 'ghetto' FMS. Hopefully vasFMC embedded will be swapped in to replace the default in an update as well as further developing systems. It's a 'lite' plane and as such I do think it should be in the $30-$35 range rather than where it is, where a proper FMC would equate it better with MSFS aircraft in that price range. It's still one of the best looking aircraft in x-plane though, so here's hoping that if they don't drop the price a bit more, that they develop it further to be worthy of the price tag. I really bought this to repaint it, but think that another price drop would be overall a better move to pull in more customers/revenue overall. A pilot at my VA who I think would enjoy the plane stated "He is asking way too much for that aircraft in my opinion. It may look and fly lovely but that is approaching PMDG money with full blown FMS etc-and that's just being greedy." Their call.

I kept the legs close to 1000nm for our hub hop event: Easy. You can do it much more directly with closer to 2k legs.

Don't forget the law of diminishing returns. May be best to not go all out, and then replace earlier.

I run x-plane on a core i7 (first generation) oc'd at 3.8GHz, 8Gig of RAM, GTX 570 For the money either the top or bottom ones will give you a better performance return for your money than the mac pro, although if you're using the computer for other stuff, you may want to get the mac (but it won't run x-plane faster than the other two, and possibly slower) If it's just for x-plane, then you could get one of the pc's and use your current macbook for mac stuff. I'd probably save the money and get the Alienware as it's branded, although the unbranded is clocked higher. Maybe wait until Xplane 10 is released before buying, you'll prob get the same stuff cheaper or better stuff at the same price then.

@Nova there are two versions the ER and the LR with different ranges. @Javier. Excellent news. We just announced our Propilot event using the CRJ, and your model (the preferred vehicle for our pilots on x-plane) can handle all the legs http://www.fly-euroharmony.com/forum/index.php/topic,6530.msg49766.html

Javier, what range does this sim CRJ-200 aircraft have in nm for mfuel?

The right price now shows on the purchase confirmation page, but when I select paypal and click next the price jumps from $40 to $48 on paypal ... Ah. When selecting credit card it's clear that this $8 is VAT That could be clearer.

The first store page states $40.00 as price, but after clicking on the buy button the price is listed at $50.00 and the equivalent in other currencies. Code no longer works to drop price on that page to $40.00. Just to let you know.

Looks like the plane is released as well

As part of the celebrations to mark 10 years since EuroHarmony VA began operations on 29th April 2001, we are having a special fly-in on Friday 29th April 2011, starting at 1800 Zulu (which is 1900 British Summer Time). We will be recreating the very first EHM flight which was from LSZH (Zurich) to LSZB (Bern) using a special commemorative B1900D in a livery based on our VA's first paint scheme. We will then have a second leg (as the first is a quite short hop) from LSZB to EGLC (London City) with its exciting steep approach Repaints will be available for FS9, FSX and X-plane including the PMDG model. More details, such as preferred routes and charts, will appear shortly. Participants may fly online on IVAO or VATSIM as you prefer. Further information will be available in our forum thread: http://www.fly-euroharmony.com/forum/index.php/topic,6540.html

Awesome! ;D

LOL

*rubs hands with glee and primes debit card*

Likely distance to release now the aircraft is 'finished' imminent | hours | days (delete as applicable). Or is feature creep the new enemy? I know it'll be ready when it's ready, but it's ready... and I need to repaint it

Nice video Nout.

Yep, we operate this in our fleet at www.fly-euroharmony.com as well, albeit as the Challenger 850. Ready to repaint this one as soon as she goes on sale. Tick tock

The plausible world shots are looking good for xp10 though. Just need to wait and see I guess

Flightsimstore has Orbx PNW FTX and airports on sale at the moment (sale extended) and yesterday I knocked up this video of our wild division Twin Otter (which is Aerosoft's). X-planes payware aircraft can be better looking than this, but equally the view out the window doesn't come close to orbx in XP9 yet. Thanks to my GTX 570 (don't forget to clear all preferences when changing GPU).

http://www.fly-euroharmony.com/ I started work on the replacement site back in mid 2009 and finally, we've switched over. As with all big projects, the 'final stretch' went on for months, probably half a year or so. Recently I've been working with our application developer to get our flight logger (windows only but works with FS9, FSX and X-plane 9) to work with the new site and support the new flight dispatch log. But, we're there and now I can continue adding features in a more leisurely manner. ;D Most of the site you can't appreciate as a non-member, but a guest browse gives a flavour. Now I need to get some more x-plane repaints done and upload some of the older ones I did as a temporary gap filler. I might have to grab the Bell 407 to repaint at some point too. First I need to finish planning the propilot event for our 10 year anniversary at the end of this month...

does right arrow on the keyboard move you over?

Just posted the happy news on my VA boards - If you get it out in the next couple of weeks we'll be able to use it in an event towards the end of the month. I'll assume it's coming later though and hope for a happy surprise. Please supply a paintkit