I did exactly as instructed by Robert but now with the updated 747X I find that the flaps are'nt working only the mechanisms are lowering?And the spoilers are not visibly deploying?A small point here is the apperance in flight, even with the first download, the flap nearest the winglets is permanently lowered? any ideas guys please?

Dave,Please check "Advanced Animations" in the aircraft graphics options...

Tabs, you was right on it mate. Thanks a lot.Unfortunately, my freind Craig Read beat you to it :-) so thanks to both.