This sim has big time mega potential, will be following its progress with much interest.

The devs said an update soon will add support for Saitek panels.  Nice!

I noticed that after I deleted the lensflare texture that it made it's way back.

New Aerofly FS 2 Update Version 2.0.1EA3.30

 

AUGUST 25 - IPACS AEROFLY

 

Dear Aerofly users, 

Here is another update for Aerofly FS 2. 

Just to be on the safe side we have published this update to the Beta channel, in case we have overlooked a critical bug. If you want to try this update, please opt into the Beta channel for Aerofly FS 2. 

This update added some commonly requested small features and might also improve performance when in cockpit view. We strongly recommend to update your 3D drivers. Here is a list of changes: 
 

• Improved Rendering speed of up to 25% in cockpit view on modern 3D graphic cards (Please install the latest 3D driver! You also need an OpenGL 4.5 compatible graphic card) 
• Added Landmarks can be turned on/off during simulation. Assign a function in the Controls menu 
• Fixed route starting airborne 
• Added right double click support 
• Added more flight state messages to SDK output / wrt to body system 
• Added support for Saitek Multi Panel 
• Added support for Saitek Radio Panel 
• Added support for Saitek Switch Panel 
• Added Frequency select and swap assignable in controller menu 
• Added support for Saitek TPM 
• Added more autopilot functions assignable in controller menu 
• Added mouse cursor fades in simulation 
• Added light controls assignable in controller menu 
• Fixed view rotation doesn't tilt view when looking left/right 
• Changed default view tilt removed for VR 
• Added a single control device can be reset to its default 
• Added all assignments for one device can be removed 
• Added screenshot function can be assigned to key or button 
• Added variometer volume can be adjusted using buttons/keys 
• Added A320 more ECAM pages, updates to flight displays (WIP) 
• Added ASG29 flight computer (WIP)

We hope you enjoy this update.

I noticed that after I deleted the lensflare texture that it made it's way back.

 

Aerofly has been updated today. Texture was probably reinstalled.

More great progress!  I Love this SIM !!!!

Keep up the superb work!

Keeps getting better!  :smile:  If they add a decent weather system, more functional aircraft systems, and VC rain effects I would use this sim exclusively. 

UPDATED CESSNA 172 COLD & DARK MOD

 

Cessna 172 dark and cold mod

 

(From Modder, Jet-Pack)

 

Hey everyone,

since we just got a new version for the Aerofly FS 2, I also updated my own Cessna 172 mod and reuploaded it: 

>> http://www.aerofly-sim.de/download/download-aeroflyfs2/af2_c172_download

If you have never heard of this mod before here is an outline of what it adds to your Cessna 172 aircraft when installed:

- adds engine on/off feature
- mixture lever can now be moved, only used for mixture cut off so far
- parking brake added
- yokes can be hidden to show the switches underneath
- changed the flight model
- doors and windows can be opened and create drag in flight (if you really need to descent fast LOL)
- sun shades can be rotated

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Changes since last version of this mod:

- used fuel simulation and electical system to its fullest, a lot of code could be simplified because the simulation is now taking care of most of the logic needed.
- redid the engine starting with more modern techniques that became available with the last version
- added multiple ways to change the state of switches (left and rightclick as well as scroll wheel)
- fuel empty should now kill the engine
- gyro compass adjust added
- improved the starter key auto-return to both magnetos
- added parking brake

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What I know does not work yet:

- engine data isn't accurate
- mixture leaning does not work
- magneto check not working yet
- parking brake can't hold the airplane, sadly
- refuelling needs a reload of the airplane...
- GPS approach can be armed but autopilot does not react to it at all. I don't have the right hooks to do such a thing...
- intercom not simulated
- tow bar is not implemented (buhh)
- tablet can not be thrown out of the window yet... also does not fly up to the ceiling when I push forward on the controls... someone must have spilled super glue or something LOL

Thanks for the link. Is a great mod.

Fantastic mod! Thanks!!

ipacs aerofly  [developer] 5 hours ago

 

Aerofly FS 2 Beta Update Version 2.0.1EA3.32

 

Dear Aerofly users,

We just published a small update to Aerofly that should result in a higher frame rate and might improve your experience when using VR. As this version might not be stable, we have only publish it in our Beta channel. Here is whats new:

As usual, we strongly recommend to update your 3D driver before trying this update as we are using a few new OpenGL features that require up to date drivers.

As some VR users reported, they experience a better image quality when rendering with a higher pixel density. With this update you may know set this directly from within Aerofly FS 2. Keep in mind however that increasing the pixel density ( we can this factor the Render Scale Factor in Aerofly ), has a strong impact on the performance. Please only use it if you have a Geforce 1070 GTX or faster.
 

• Improved Rendering speed of up to 25% compared to the last update with version 2.0.1 EA3.30
• Added new VR option that allows you to set the pixel density. Please use this option with care, it has a strong impact on the performance.
• Fixed camera rotation resulted in oddly looking clouds especially while using VR
• Improved Longer flight recording of 10 minutes

Please report back any issues you encounter with this update.

SEPTEMBER 16 - IPACS AEROFLY

 

Aerofly FS 2 Update Version 2.0.1EA3.36

 

Dear Aerofly users,

Here is another update for Aerofly FS 2. With this update we mainly addressed some graphic issue and improve the Saitek devices support. As a reference we have also included changes from previous updates. 

For HTC Vive users: To get the best experience with your HTC Vive we recommend to turn on 'Allow reprojection' as well as 'Perf Heuristic Active' in the SteamVR performance settings window. If enabled, please disable 'Enable Always-On Reprojection' in the developer window of SteamVR. We also strongly recommend to reduce cumulus clouds to a minimum for better performance. 

Here is the list of changes in this update 

2016-09-16 

• Fixed rendering issues with landmarks, clouds and shadows since last update 
• Fixed creating screenshots while in VR 
• Fixed transponder code can be set with Saitek Radio Panel and buttons/keys 
• Changed head tracking with HTC Vive ( To get the best experience with your HTC Vive we recommend to turn on 'Allow reprojection' as well as 'Perf Heuristic Active' in the SteamVR performance settings window! ) 
• Added default assignments for Saitek Radio Panel for COM and transponder 
• Added F18 autopilot controllable via Upper Front Control (WIP) 
• Changed A320 small improvements/fixes to displays 
• Fixed A320 flap / slat sequence 
• Changed ASG29 flight computer improvements

 

2016-09-09 

• Improved depth buffer rendering for less flickering of distant objects

UPDATE

 

Informational:

 

http://www.ipacs.de/forum/showthread.php/7386-Cessna-172-quot-cold-and-dark-quot-mod?p=35035#post35035

 

From Jet Pack: (Aka Jan)

 

The Cessna 172 cold and dark mod has been updated to support today's beta version of the Aerofly FS 2: http://www.aerofly-sim.de/download/d..._c172_download

ipacs aerofly [developer] 5 hours ago

[Official] Aerofly FS 2 Update Version 2.0.1EA3.38

Dear Aerofly users,

here is a small update that fixes the following:
 

• Fixed performance regression when using Oculus Rift with the native Oculus drivers
• Improved cloud billboard rendering less sensitive to view direction changes
• Added Numpad +-*/. as keys idependently assignable in control settings
• Fixed key assigments with keys like [];',./ are saved correctly now

Almost there featurewise for a purchase from me. Just need to be able to save a flight and continue from where I last saved cold and dark like you can in FSX and P3D as fell as Saitek FIP support.This could be my main flight simulator. Like so many have said previously. This product has great potential!

 

Mike