Any Update on PMDG 747-8?

[Woozie 732]

Hi Bryan

Not sure if it helps, but unlike the 777, the 747-8 allows ECL controls to be mapped to keys (scroll up, scroll down, click), so i'd assume there are LVARs for those controls as well. I'm not an expert so i dont know if that would be helpful for you 

[byork 2,258]

Hi Lars,

Thanks, but I've looked at it closely.  The key mapping could work and it would not be an EULA SDK violation to use that system, but the problem is "reading" the ECL.  That's not possible.  The FO would be acting "blind", and unless the user did things exactly right and never touched the ECL, things could go to pot very easily.

 

We're porting the 400 version into the 8 model.  Users will be getting it for free, so you'll still have your paper checklists, etc.

I'm looking for more FSX testers.

If you have FSX, please contact me.

Thanks,

 

[Woozie 732]

7 hours ago, byork said:

Hi Lars,

Thanks, but I've looked at it closely.  The key mapping could work and it would not be an EULA SDK violation to use that system, but the problem is "reading" the ECL.  That's not possible.  The FO would be acting "blind", and unless the user did things exactly right and never touched the ECL, things could go to pot very easily.

Understood, thanks Bryan

[Ephedrin 418]

Hi Bryan,

I can't say anything on the development stuff.. But the 747-8 complains on the EICAS if the ECL isn't properly worked through. It's not designed to be flown with paper checklists.

Edited November 16, 2018 by Ephedrin

[byork 2,258]

You'll just need to manually run through the ECL.

 

[Stormenson 1]

Hello to everyone. I got fs2crew for pmdg 747-400   but i dont know where to find the update to move it over 747-8. Can you link instructions? I am gonna run my pc today after few months and i want to fly the new  747-8 with co pilot even with manual ecl

Thanks 

[Sunny Andonov 4]

3 hours ago, kwstakis1312 said:

Hello to everyone. I got fs2crew for pmdg 747-400   but i dont know where to find the update to move it over 747-8. Can you link instructions? I am gonna run my pc today after few months and i want to fly the new  747-8 with co pilot even with manual ecl

Thanks 

This is because the update is not yet released. Some more patience I guess...

Cheers

Edited November 26, 2018 by Sunny Andonov

[byork 2,258]

We have a lot of updates coming out at this time as you've noticed from our Facebook page.

We're still testing the 747 update.  So far there are a couple little things we need to fix.

Note that there's no ECL support.

[Stormenson 1]

thanks alot.

[Jayceick Dames 0]

Hey Bryan,

If you need another tester for P3D, I’m available.  I dont have the -8 on my FSX though.

Edited November 27, 2018 by Jayceick Dames

[Jayceick Dames 0]

Hey Bryan.  Hows the testing going on the P3D -8?  Any idea when the update will be here?  Cant wait to fly this bird with FS2Crew.  With or without ECL control!  Lol.....I'm a pretty avid user of your products and am quite familiar with them so I can even help test if needed!  Any update on the status would be appreceiated!  Happy Holidays to you and your family !

[byork 2,258]

We're still working on the update.  There's more to the 8 model than we originally thought wth respect to differences.

So it's taking more time than expected.

[Jayceick Dames 0]

Cool, thanks for the update.  Can't wait to have it on this bird!

[Jayceick Dames 0]

Hey Bryan,

Hope to get my hands on the -8 update during the holidays since im off work and have time to fly!  Wishing you a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season!!

Jay

[byork 2,258]

47 minutes ago, Jayceick Dames said:

Hey Bryan,

Hope to get my hands on the -8 update during the holidays since im off work and have time to fly!  Wishing you a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season!!

Jay

 

Hi Jay,

The 747 update is done.  But I'd like a few more people to give it a spin before I release it to the public.

If you'd like early access, please send me a support ticket via: www.fs2crew.com

 

Cheers,