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Airbus OEM Design Files

Airbus OEM Design Files

Francesco Talotta provided several design files (thank you!) for the Airbus canon plugs and the trim wheel motorisation system. Sample screenshots of one of the plugs and the plate: # Airbus OEM TRIM MOTOR ## Components: * Maxon Motor 144650 * Huco 273.25.2828 clutch, 6mm hole diameter (RS) * Vishay 534 10kΩ potentiometer, 6mm shaft … Continue reading

Jeehell FMGS B58.0.0 – First Step Towards MSFS Support

Jeehell FMGS B58.0.0 – First Step Towards MSFS Support

FMGS B58.0.0 has now been released with significant changes, most likely in preparation for MSFS support. Download — PLEASE:This new version reworked many things internally in terms of aerodynamics and engines.You should delete the old c:\A320FMGS\aircraft content (except for the engine sounds) before installing the new version.It will install a SINGLE NEW vehicle (FMGS A320) … Continue reading

End of an Era (2017-2023)

End of an Era (2017-2023)

The Soarbywire Simulator will now be disassembled and retired in its current form, with future plans to possibly relaunch in a public accessible space, where it is will be more useful to serve as a professional trainer. The Simulator has proven its resilience and durability due to the use of Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM, Airbus) … Continue reading

Flight Warning Computer (FWC) redundancy

Flight Warning Computer (FWC) redundancy

The Airbus aircraft has built-in multiple redundancy and alert systems in case of a catastrophic failure. The Flight Warning Computers (FWC) presents failures to the pilots in the upper and lower ECAM displays and also the glare annunciators. Three annunciators – Master Warning, Master Caution, Autoland are available on each pilots side (six in total). … Continue reading

CAVOK Simulations FCU Interface Board

CAVOK Simulations FCU Interface Board

CAVOK Simulations have now launched their FCU AIRINC Interface Board ARC-FCU-217. The board interfaces with an OEM A320 series Flight Control Unit (PN K217) and is compatible with X-Plane (Flight Factor A320 Ultimate and ToLiss). There are plans for future Prepar3D avionics support. The board has built in QuickConnect Plug and Play system using custom … Continue reading