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Having bought DC-3 HOW DO i NOW INSTALL IT
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DC-3
Aug 20, 2017 15:19:57 GMT
Post by cey on Aug 20, 2017 15:19:57 GMT
Having downloaded DC-3 into my video's folder, I now need to install it , How do I do that? crikeyikey
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DC-3
Aug 20, 2017 15:23:26 GMT
via mobile
Post by VSL-Admin on Aug 20, 2017 15:23:26 GMT
Having downloaded DC-3 into my video's folder, I now need to install it , How do I do that? crikeyikey Hi ! Extract the zip file. Copy the folder into X-Plane's 'aircraft' folder. Make sure you are using the right X-Plane version 11 or 10.51.
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DC-3
Sept 11, 2017 23:22:14 GMT
Post by wolf0624 on Sept 11, 2017 23:22:14 GMT
Good day folks... I'm a newbie to Skylabs and I purchased the DC-3... when trying to taxi and take-off the plane goes into a tyrade of unending circular patterns.... how do you get the plane to taxi and take-off normally... Is there a Pilots Manual (other than the old C-47 manuals listed?) for use with this plane... I am familiar with the DC-3 as I have been flying various models with DC-3 Airways for many years and cannot remember a more difficult model to get off the ground as this one.... any help will be appreciated... I am probably just missing one tiny bit of information needed to make this plane work.
Wolf0624
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DC-3
Sept 11, 2017 23:44:07 GMT
via mobile
Post by VSL-Admin on Sept 11, 2017 23:44:07 GMT
Hi Ok...taxiing the DC-3 requires some learning curve, but it is quite simple. The VSKYLABS DC-3/C-47 is featuring several tail wheel modes, and you need to use them while taxi, takeoff etc... First, make sure that the tail wheel is unlocked (switch is in the lower portion of the pedestal panel). Correct taxiing of the aircraft requires ease and differential power management. Taxi slowly while trying to anticipate the rate of turn, and manage it with the use of your rudder input. The rudder will act as differential brakes when using extreme inputs. Before takeoff, you should lock the tailwheel, and, click on the tailwheel lock indicator. You will see the letters "ex" on it, indicating that you are now using it in expert mode. In this mode, the tailwheel is totally locked, and the aircraft is being steered by rudder inputs (that becomes also into differential brakes). I recommend visiting the projects page at the user manual section, and reading all about the tailwheel modes of operations. There are also illustrations to clear things up. A stand alone manual is under development and will be available down the road. Here is the link for the current, online manual: www.vskylabs.com/2017/06/vskylabs-dc-3-c-47-flying-lab-manual.html?m=1If you have further questions, feel free to ask! JetManHuss
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DC-3
Sept 12, 2017 13:08:33 GMT
Post by wolf0624 on Sept 12, 2017 13:08:33 GMT
JetMan... Many thanks for you rapid response... will follow your instructions as forwarded... one more question, "How do I reduce the size of my panel, I cannot visualize the full panel and work from there as I cannot reduce it from full size even using the scroll wheel on the mouse... it reduces the size a little bit but not enough to be effective... many thanks for your help above.
Wolf0624
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DC-3
Sept 12, 2017 13:28:13 GMT
via mobile
Post by VSL-Admin on Sept 12, 2017 13:28:13 GMT
Hi "Reducing" the panel size: Ok...in large to huge cockpits, the panel is also large (mostly wide), and in real aircraft, you cannot see all of it when looking outside, or even when looking in a certain part of it. In many real aircraft, we are actually surrounded by the cockpit, having some switches and gauges located above our heads or behind or back... When flying in a desktop simulator...it is getting worse, because we don't even have peripheral vision, with our relatively small flat screens... So, what our options are? In X-Plane rendering settings screen, you will find a horizontal bar, for setting the lateral field of view. When flying "wide cockpit" aircraft, make sure to set it up to at least 75 degrees. Some cockpits will require even 95 degrees, although you will have a distorted, "fish eye" visuals, as this value is rising. So, try to set it to 75, 85, 95 degrees, and find your comfortable settings. In addition, make sure that your view is setup to "virtual cockpit view", so when clicking on the mouse (left click) and moving it, you will practically "move your head", and will be able to point your head to the left/right/up/down...all around the cockpit, to reach your desired switch or gauge to look at. Use the mouse wheel for zooming in to it if you like. That's it! Simple, and when you get used to it, it becomes a second-nature Please let me know if you are having trouble with it. I will help you if needed. Thanks for reaching out! JetManHuss
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DC-3
Sept 13, 2017 16:34:54 GMT
Post by wolf0624 on Sept 13, 2017 16:34:54 GMT
JetMan: Thanks again for your help... really appreciated. Wolf0624
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DC-3
Sept 14, 2017 10:54:38 GMT
Post by VSL-Admin on Sept 14, 2017 10:54:38 GMT
JetMan: Thanks again for your help... really appreciated. Wolf0624 Your'e welcome
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