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Lol! It sure feels that way! I kept both P3D and X-Plane for about two weeks and decided "screw it" and have been 100% X-Plane since. I miss somethings about P3D and FSX but, mostly it's the ORBX scenery, Aerosoft and PMDG add-ons I enjoyed not the actual platforms. After close to 20 years of FSX then periods of dabbling in P3D, X-Plane seemed to be a natural progression for me. I guess it is for others as well... I think what X-Plane is lacking in can only be resolved by more people converting to the platform. That will get the attention of developers. They will then go where the potential revenue resides, naturally...

Just Do It! And, don't look back - you won't be disappointed. I'd bet most of the X-Planers out there followed the same path you did spending hundreds (and even thousands) along the way. But, like you, have decided to stop contributing to money pit known as FSX. Prepar3D is not as bad but, how many people move over because it's compatibility with FSX? Settling in X-Planeville is a smart choice given the other options. Not a perfect community but a helpful and extremely giving one - you won't believe how many users share their developed add-ons for free (donate when you can). Some of these complimentary add-ons are better than stuff you paid top $$$ in FSX and P3D (check out Mister X's KBOS). Indeed, there is a learning curve but it's short and before you know it you'll be messing around in WED customizing your own FS world! AND - 10.50 hasn't even been released yet! I don't know how you can go wrong with XP

Agreed! Not perfect yet but, it's very well modeled and I don't regret spending the $$$ on it. Graphics, interior and exterior, are better than most and systems seem true to the FSX MD-80 from Feel There. FMC and some issues with flight plans have come up but, nothing sim pilot with some experience can't handle.

Just converted to Prepar3D v3 and I have to kick myself for not doing it sooner! Has/will cost me some $$$ but well worth it. Nonetheless, the only real problem I'm having in Prepar3D is the sound(s). The noise from other planes on the tarmac AND in the air is so loud that becomes difficult to hear the ATC. I tried to adjust the "sound" settings in the Settings menu but they control every sound other than the issue I'm having. No issues with cockpit/interior sounds and ATC volume is fine. By process of elimination I thought the environmental slider would reduce external sound affects but it doesn't affect this issue. Added Traffic 360 and starting to think that has something to to with it. If so, I'm not sure how to adjust volume there - is there a way? Again, it's just the external jet engine sound that is distracting. Only happens at the gate (as other planes fire their engines) and on the runways as planes take off and land. Today, while flying into New York City area there was a military helo far enough away that I didn't get a proximity warning but I could hear the chopper engines as we passed as fit i were on it... Strange... Has anyone heard of this problem? Is there a fix?

Good point, I wasn't aware that could be done! Even better... Thanks

Thanks for the insight! Unfortunately, I'm not sure there are additional cable to install new drive without having to remove the old. Hopefully there is (on vacation not home to open the cpu). If so, I will follow you advice! Yeah, haven't spent as much on vacation as planned, hence the new SSD plan. However, 1TB SSD is a bit over the budget even still. Maybe I can skip a few rum punches and make it happen. We'll see?!?! Thanks

I need to upgrade my SSD drive as my add-ons are quickly out growing the 120 GB I'm looking to go with 500 GB drive (or close to) but have a question about transferring data; I plan to transfer the contents of my existing SSD to a folder on my Desktop HD. Then I will install the new, larger SSD ensuring the replacement takes on the same drive name as the previous. Then I will transfer the folder back to the new drive. Will this work? I'm thinking FSX won't have any problems recognizing the data on the new drive as long as the drive name stays the same? Or, is there something or some step I'm missing that will complicate the change? Any advice would be appreciated.

I think it looks pretty good! With no scenery adds it looks smoother than my beast of a computer with medium FSX settings. Looking forward to their other product later this year!

Absolutely amazing! Makes me strongly consider the X-Plane platform in my imminent departure from FSX

Found this on another part of the site. X-plane http://www.avsim.com/topic/484136-kbos-boston-logan-international-wip/

I think this is sound advice! I'm a long time FSX guy and have the same dilemma with the want to move on to Prepar3D but the process and the $$$ hit is causing me to hesitate. Instead, I'm going to purchase another SD (prices keep dropping) for Prepar3D and slowly purchase add-ons that are dual compatible. Obviously, not all will be but by having both sims I can still play FSX when I want to dig deep into the hangar. In the end, it seems pretty smart to move over to Prepar as FSX is an orphan at this point. Indeed, lots of people will feed him but he still doesn't have a home :Shame On You: Things aren't going to turn out well for him...

No EZDok expertise here but if you have FSUIPC installed, I would check the setting there as my previous problem (which seemed to come out of nowhere) was due to a change in FSUIPC setting. If not FSUIPC (probably isn't), have you cleared the button layout in your simulator to ensure there aren't any conflicts? Finally, you may want to do a quick Google search on the problem - there will surely be a bunch listings that may give you an idea on how to resolve. Trust, there is a resolution out there... Good luck.

Couldn't agree more! FS without EZdok is almost unplayable for me as I found out recently when FSUIPC setting was causing EZDok issues. I've tried TrackIR and like it but, my default is EZDok. Only problem with EZ is that it can be difficult to set-up exactly how you want it. However, it's not impossible just takes some investigation and patience (or, perseverance). I'd suggest really taking some time to create the perfect settings for yourself by reviewing the MANY forum post and Youtube videos that detail processes. Hang in there, I to wanted to give up on EZDok a few times but now that it's working the way I want it's indispensable!

Haha - Neal you must be a Silverback, we speak the same language!

Cool. How crazy would it be to see a flight attendant climb up and into an overhead luggage rack and disappear...

Nice! What scenery add-on(s) is that? And, what platform are you using? Beautiful shots...

I'm sorry, Pete is actually correct, the problems I had were actually with Rex Essential Plus OD - NOT REX4! Sorry for the mistake guys! Carry on....

After using REX4 for almost a year, I migrated to ASN as it was more stable and reliable. Kept having flight dynamic issues with REX4 that forced me to have to purchase FSUIPC. That program (the full version) is probably good to have for FSX anyway but, I didn't like finding out that REX4 wouldn't work correctly without it. Now I have the benefit of REX textures and ASN engine but I would have rather not had to go through the ups and downs with REX. JMHO.

+1 Not a real life pilot but seems the Airbus "fly-by-wire" setup makes flying a good deal "easier" than say the PMDG 737 (or, the real life 737 I'd imagine). That in mind, this version of the A320 will need to be quite a bit more realistic than the Aerosoft offerings to a sim pilot. Price will be the decider. Then again, I will probably buy it because that is what I do - buy add-ons like my wife buys shoes...

Good looking! What add-ons did you use?

Question; Does Prepar3d not have the OOM issue that FSX has? That looks amazing and with all the add-on scenery I don't see this happening on FSX

Simply beautiful! Both the graphics and the landing!

That's a good question. I have wondered the same; do real life pilots have to change codes during flight? If so, it makes sense as the ATC system seems to be an intricate puzzle of radio centers and pathways with each center dealing with it's own traffic patterns and efficiencies. It would seem logical that ATC centers would assign squawk codes to aircraft as they enter controlled space so they can manage their existence (movements). Very much like a parking garage valet tickets a car when it enters; it may be a lime green Mustang with Alaska plates and all. Still, the valet has his own system on how to manage, store and recognize it's your car so it and you get a unique ticket with a number assigned to it. Real world pilots or controllers?

+1 P3D is the way of the future (at least until DT Flight SIm is released) but I have too much invested in FSX:SE to be able to sim the way I want in Prepar. I have actually tried P3D twice in the past and each time decided to return to FSX. Partly because I am a creature of habit but also because I kept thinking the transition would be easier each time, I was wrong. Further, I really didn't like having to shell out $$$ for items I already purchased in FSX - I just had a fundamental objection to the expense. Finally, FSX:SE is like that old Mustang your pop left you, it's exciting to take her out for a spin but, it's also fun tinkering around the garage trying to make her better (which is the reason I'm constantly on this forum).

It's definitely a warning as it only occurs during decent but, the panels don't show warnings at all - that's the problem. Going to reinstall and see what happens, the Phenom 300 doesn't do it.