Hey everyone, Happy holidays to all. Is anyone using the Tupolev 154?I have been drooling over this, but have not gotten it because it's all in Russian. How does it compare to the other top quality freeware? It looks amazing. It mentions a manual in english, but is it pretty detailed? How is the FPS? I did not want to install this if it was going to be to complicated, thats why I am asking here. I hope you say it is. I didn't seem to get too much info at the Tupolev forum. Thanks for your advice.All my best to everyone here at AVSIM for a healthy and happy holiday season. You guys/gals have made every moment here very enjoyable for me this year. Best regards, Jeff

Jeff - it IS!!True - the panel labels are indeed in russian, yet most non-russian speakers easily overcome that obstacle. Besides, there are toltips in english and to top it all, an excellent 160 page long english manual.It's very detailed and ranked at the very top amongst freeware and payware. Very FPS friendly (minimal, if any hit) BUT - there is a learning curve to be dealt with! The manual is long for a reason.I'm surprised you didn't get an answer on the PT forum, usualy the more experienced users are quick to respond to new posts and questions, though we might have dropped the ball in your case...why don't you try again...?happy holidays and a hapy new year!!all the best,//Michael

Hi Michael, Thanks for the reply. Actually, I did not post at your forum. I was reading the exsisting posts and didn't see what I was looking for. I quess I should have posted. I am going to get it now. Thank you! I will have to start using the tool tips. I haven't had that turned on since I got FS9. Best regards, JeffOh, I forgot, happy holidays and a happy new year to you also!

Jeff, there is also a picture file to assist you getting the engines started and the aircraft ready for take-off.I would say it is the best freeware package of the year.Dave T. .........On the Devon Riviera and active 'FlightSim User's Group' member at http://www.flightsimgrpuk.free-online.co.uk/