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My wife and I flew BA business class from Heathrow to San Jose, Ca. on the 787. The ride didn't feel much different, but the mood lighting was nice and the windows were a nice added feature. The business class layout was a disappointment though. It's hard to explain the layout, but the seat closest to the exterior required that the occupant cross over your legs to get out to the aisle if you are stretched out to sleep. I had a young boy constantly getting up and down. Finally had to ask him to sit still. Talking to the flight attendant about the arrangement, she indicated that there would be a change in that. The 747 BC layout on BA was much better.

Gregg, I have KSJC for FS9 and it is very good. When they were developing this airport I was the building inspector for the new terminal and was able to provide them with architectural renderings for the new terminal. I feel that it is as accurate as possible. Since then, new taxiways have been added on the western side where corporate aircraft and some GA aircraft are positioned along with some new current construction which would not appear in the scenery. I recommend obtaining it. Jim D. KSJC

What is meant by "seeding"? Jim D.

I have 2 Saiteks and 1 CH TQ. They plug into the USB ports. If you don't have enough, add a USB card or module with several ports. FS will see them as well as FSUIPC (if you have it). Jim D.

Al, I guess I didn't explain what I meant clearly enough about panning and Trackir. In FS9 I changed views with a button on the yoke. So when I was in the VC mode with Trackir and I clicked the button to change views, say for example to the outside view, I could then pan without having to pause Trackir. Now with SE, view will not change at all. I now need to do as you mention pause Trackir. Then it is possible to change views and pan. Maybe this is different in FSX from FS9. Well, I'll adjust and thanks for the tip. Jim D.

Makes sense. That's where I parked. Thanks. Jim D.

I understand that FSX SE can be opted to run off line if desired. I don't see that option when running Steam. What I have done is to open Task Manager and end Steam there and then continue on with FSX SE. Is there another method? Thanks, Jim D.

Sorry, I didn't read my post very well before. I meant to say that after I put the sensors back in range, view change and panning is still not possible. This has also affected FS9 and I don't know why. Jim D.

I'm glad to see this thread as I just recently bought the Piper Cherokee as well. Haven't had time to read the manual completely yet. I have flown her and it's easy to set the trim and fly it without the AP. I have a little problem on landing as the craft seems to drift to the right just before touchdown. I need to work on that. One issue I had though, after parking and opening the door, it kept closing and opening continually and would not stop. I was not imputing the command, just was going on its own. I'll see if it happens again. Jim D.

Thanks for the answers Pete. I will retest with an aircraft where I was able to create a macro in FS9, such as the iFLY 737 and others. The other issue I have since using SE is with my Trackir. It works fine but does not allow me to change views or use the POV switch to use thepan view. If I remove the sensors from being 'seen' by tracker, view change works and so does panning. Put the sensors back in range, now view change or panning possible. Jim D.

Having recently installed FSX SE, I now have a number of issues that I did not have with FS9. I won't address everyone one of them at this moment but I need some direction on two of them. For the record, this is a clean install of SE. I never installed the original FSX. First is with FSUIPC. I downloaded the newest version 4.939e I think, now lack the ability to make a mouse macro k key or button assignments. Even though I set it up as previously in FS9, when I try to make a macro nothing appears on the screen when I mouse click a function. This has also affected my FS9 FSUIPC function as I cannot create a macro in that sim now. I am able to assign several functions via FSUIPC in the SE version but not able to create a macro but unable to assign other functions. Second issue. I use TrackIr. If I don't use the Trackir, the POV hat switch and the view change button work just fine. I can move the view ahead or back, raise the eye point or lower it, Once I engage Tracker I am unable to change the view or use the pan feature. This too has affected the FS9 version. If I remove the sensors from my hat, those buttons work just fine. Those are two of the most frustrating situations at the moment. I hope someone can help with these two issues. BTW, I'm getting 65+ FPS even though I set the limit to 30. Thanks, Jim D.

Directions could be clearer. When clicking on the Library tab, RIGHT click on Flightsimulator X and then it is no sweat to download the BETA. Just get the code from Steam Forum site. Jim D.

I'm attempting to install the BETA update but can't find it. Instructions are: Open Steam, Open library tab, FSX, Properties, etc. Problem is I open Steam which loads my FSX library page. After that I cannot find anything for selecting the BETA update. Please, I need better directions or a direct link to the update. Thanks, Jim D.

Thanks again Pete. I found it. I did originally install it to another drive and found it here: D:Steamlibrary\Steamapps\Common\FSX. I only have three folders there, common, downloading, temp and a appmanifest_314160.acf whatever that is. Headed off to work but will check back shortly. Jim D.

Thanks Pete for your reply. As to question 1, I have the Jan release version. Very difficult to see the number on the splash screen. How does one find the "beta" version and download it? Question 2; My FSX file @ Program files (x86)\Steam/SteamApps folder doesn't contain the 'COMMON' folder. Mine reads C:Steam\SteamApps\sourcemods and a 'libraryfolders.vdf Thanks for any more help. Jim D. p.s. I'll be getting FSUIPC as I have it for FS9 and couldn't do without it.

As never having installed FSX, even though I have owned the boxed version for some time, I decided to try out the SE version and downloaded it on Jan. 2 2015. Then after a few days I uninstalled it. Today I reinstalled SE and want to work with it. So I have a couple (for now) of questions. I'm aware that SE has been updated and I checked the cfg file and it shows an updated file as of todays date. So I believe that all the recent changes by STEAM are now included in this latest download. Correct? Since the FSX SE tree does not appear in my computer, is there a way to access the different folders as I was able to do with FS9? In some cases, some add-on effects in FS9 instructed me to add the folder or the effect into the 'effects' folder of FS, or in regard to modules, to install a module into the 'modules' folder of FS9. How is that to be done if required for SE? Or is that now obsolete? Does SE install everything to the proper location since there is no way that I am aware of to view those files in the FSX file folders? I may have more questions in a few days, but this is sufficient for a start. Thanks for the information. I did do a search here but couldn't find exactly what I was looking for, and most of the info posted was related to issues before the new updates were recently released. Jim D.

The above opinions are very helpful. Thanks. I'm going to start improving my default FSX SE. I love flying New Zealand/Australia and am considering the GEX version. Since GEX USA is used in conjunction with UTX USA, what additional package for terrain/vector should be used with GEX Au/NZ since there is no UTX for that region? Thanks for the suggestions, Jim D. P.S. I've looked at ORBIX and VLC but seem to be leaning toward GEX. Some of your thoughts are appreciated. Also looked at GODZONE Photo real but I like to have all the seasons. Again, opinions are welcome.

Thanks Jim for the suggestion on installing the files. I'll attempt thi tomorrow as it is late and time for bed. Jim D.

Dave, Are you sure FSUIPC doesn't work with STEAM? I just downloaded FSX STEAM as a clean install, that is, I did not have MS FSX installed at all on my computer. Then I went on to purchase FSUIPC for FSX and was able to install it and register it. Assignments are made on the default aircraft and functioning. I don't have any add-on aircraft, payware or freeware, so not sure if it will work with those. I like the idea of the developers posting on a separate thread or a dedicated form so we can be notified when their products become SE compatable. Jim D..

Thanks for the replies, but are you using Genesis with the STEAM version or with the MS version? Thanks for clarifying. Jim D.

Several years ago I purchased a lifetime membership with FS GENESIS at a reduced price which I know is no longer valid. At that time I purchased the mesh disks for both FS9 & FSX. I never installed X even though I owned it. I bought the STEAM version today for $5.00 & installed it. I now want to install mesh. So is the FS GENESIS mesh the best way to go or is there something better now. Also, what about LC? Any suggestions, or UT still top of the line. Thanks for your input. Jim D..

I had to hold the R key down to see the "other side". Jim D.

I just opened the link and the price quoted for the FSX/P3D bundle is $30.00. Posting this FYI. Jim D. OUCH!!! Just realized that this thread originated some time ago. My previous response was in regard to the original price a year or so ago. Pays to look at the posting date before jumping in. Jim D.

Here's one. they build different systems to fit your budget requirements www.jetlinesystems.com Jim D.