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The Alphasim Enterprise source files were handed over by the originl designer, Carl Edwards, to the scenery group Team SDB Scenery. We have solicited the help of Sylvain Parouty or Clemenceau carrier fame to bring it into FSX Acceleration. We will also be re-releasing the FS9 version with updates from Robert Baum that Alphasim decided to to make avaliable. You can see screenshots on the Team SDB Scenery page on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TeamSDB.scenery . The model is being updated weekly so the pictures are not the latest. If you are on facebook "Like" the page and you'll be notified of updates.

Not even. Phil actually liked that the URL for the unofficial Alphasim forum ('virtual-avia') since it was similar to "virtavia" and even suggested that it might someday become the Virtavia unofficial site once more products went online. Sorry so late with this reply to set some things straight but the thread came up in a google search so I read it. Just had to reply to that last post.

This is very sad news indeed. I've seen Opa's name for many many years in this hobby and on many occasions made use of his contributions. He was always providing information and tutorials (Tips and Tricks) or creating cool things (navigation gauges and scenery) to help others. He is truly missed already.

I created the paint kit and default textures for the Alphasim (Virtavia) Neptune. I was going to say you could get it at the same place where you downloaded the aircraft but Virtavia doesn't do it that way anymore. So I checked and you can get it here: http://www.easyfly.c...r=/Paint%20Kits Have fun.

It does appear the fact they are clickable that was their intention to have them scrollable with the right mouse, but apparently no-one in testing picked up on it.Though if they don't fix it an basic XML gauge can be placed over the window to make it functional.I think those who keep the product will have to be prepared to do some customizations with this C-17 anyways. Again no argument that its priced too high for its features.Regards.Ernie.It failed to be mentioned in the manual but all of the AP controls work using the mousewheel. And they work very well.But that said, an update came out yesterday to make them also work using left and right mouse button clicks for those who fly using a mouse with no mousewheel. Who says Alphasim/Virtavia isn't Accessibility minded?The update also makes changes to the pilot's HUD and following input from Aussie C-17 pilots, adjusts fuel flow. (Backup your existing aircraft.cfg file if you have made any changes there (added textures, etc.).http://www.virtavia.com/?p=427

Admittedly not including the lighting options was an oversight. Panel lights and cabin lights are two separate variables so it was an easy fix.

Download a copy of the Virtavia C-17 from http://www.virtavia.com. Open a Support Ticket at Virtavia and provide your proof of purchase, your e-mail address and specify if you want FSX, FS9 or both. You will be sent an unlock key for it.

I just wanted to say a couple things in response to the above. I created the original textures for the old FS9 version for Alphasim and I also created the new FSX textures for Virtavia. Knowing both versions as well as I do -- and believe me, when you are the texture artist you know that aircraft as well if not better than anyone else involved -- I can say without hesitation that the differences are like night and day. It resembles the previous version in shape alone simple because it is a B-1B. It could have been better (more system depth) and I fought hard to get what is included there. In the end, it is the best (and not just because it is the only) version out there. OK, stepping off the soapbox. :(

Yes.Download a copy of the C-17 from http://www.virtavia.com. Open a Support Ticket at Virtavia and provide your proof of purchase, your e-mail address and specify if you want FSX, FS9 or both. You will be sent an unlock key for it. The included sound package is by Turbine Sound Studios. I've been up to March Field and have been able to go out on the ramp where these operate. I think it sounds pretty good.

The concerns about cockpit night lighting have been added to a bug/upgrade list so it is being looked into. In the meantime there is the option of simply commented out the VC lights as I did in my copy. Also the MFD's and some of the other instruments can be manually dimmed. [lights]//Types: 1=beacon, 2=strobe, 3=navigation, 4=cockpit, 5=landinglight.0 = 3, -84.50, 0.0, 13.14, fx_navwhih ; Nav taillight.1 = 3, -18.85, -84.50, 3.07, fx_navredh ; Nav redlight.2 = 3, -18.85, 84.50, 3.07, fx_navgreh ; Nav grnlight.3 = 1, -85.85, 0.0, 46.00, fx_beaconh ; Beacon toplight.4 = 1, 27.41, 0.0, -10.50, fx_beaconh ; Beacon lower// light.5 = 4, 60.00, -4.00, 2.00, fx_vclight ; Cockpit panel left// light.6 = 4, 60.00, 4.00, 2.00, fx_vclight ; Cockpit panel right// light.7 = 4, 60.00, 0.00, 2.00, fx_vclight ; Cockpit panel ctr// light.8 = 4, 58.00, 0.00, 4.00, fx_vclight ; Cockpit O'headlight.9 = 2, -18.52, -84.36, 3.09, fx_strobeh ; left wing fwd strobelight.10 = 2, -29.58, -84.23, 3.01, fx_strobeh ; left wing aft strobelight.11 = 2, -18.52, 84.36, 3.09, fx_strobeh ; right wing fwd strobelight.12 = 2, -29.58, 84.23, 3.01, fx_strobeh ; right wing aft strobe

Apparently simplanes.net is no longer working. I just get a typical domain name parking page when I follow your link. I was interested because you mentioned a Mirage F1 by Gmax Academy. To my knowledge they never made a Mirage F1 although I did arrange for Kirk Olsson to share his old FS2002 Mirage F1B source files with one of their modelers. So if they did get around to releasing one I am very interested in knowing more.But anyway, I was able to view the image of the canopy glass problem. Kirk sent me a fix for this some time agao. You can get it on the Mirage F1 page at my website (link below). Look for the "F1_Canopy_Texture_Fix". It will get you back in the cockpit with clear views.

The Skysim Mirage III/5 is the best thing out there and it was made specifically for FSX."12 external models, 14 texture sets, 3 cockpits (fighter, attack, reconnaissance), custom sounds, full range of external fuel tanks and weapons, 3D cockpit instrumentation... " More info on the www.skysim.co.uk website.

From the News page at Alphasim:

Should have been in the top half but,155. Mirage F1 by Kirk Olsson156. F-86 Sabre by Kirk Olsson and more recently,157. Mirage 2000 series (C, B, D, N, -5, -9, Export) by Gmax Academy

Sounds are also available at my Mirage website: http://www.mirage4fs.com