The ATC has 2 control data, 1 or 2. For the purpose of the pinouts only the first control data has been used (the second one is redundant for a simulator). All pinouts are mapped to the J1 plug. 115 VAC is required for operation. Pinouts Panel Light (5 VDC) – 1,2PWR 115VAC IN – … Continue reading
WorldFlight 2017 is about to begin. We spent a few hours at WorldFlight Australia Sydney HQ (Matt Sheil 747 Sim, callsign QFA 25) to observe the preparations for this annual charity event. Continue reading
We have a group of very smart enthusiasts working on Airbus avionics. Today I received some help from Christoph and James to get the ATC transponder and Radio Management Panel turned on. Christoph is the founder of Cockpit Concept and manufactures Airbus panels, ARINC interface boards, and other electronics. In addition, Christoph developed the CPDLC client … Continue reading
The Flight Sound X aviation headset adapter came in today; completely plug and play and was working with the flight simulator and headset within a few seconds. With the headset you can use real aviation headset equipment with your PC. I am using genuine Telex 750 headsets without a hitch, and are they comfortable! I … Continue reading
1 hour before the official WorldFlight kickoff and Sydney Airport already looks busy. If you want to participate grab a headset and the vpilot software and you are set. Of course it helps if you know ATC phraseology 🙂 Watch this space for updates. Continue reading
Virtual RMP allows you to interface with simconnect and control the radios of the flight sim. FMGS does not yet have a native RMP so this is an excellent program for those that do not have a hardware based RMP. Mycockpit forum for more information. Continue reading
Starting in a few days (November 5th) WorldFlight is an around the world flight starting in Sydney and continues for a duration of one week What you have is full continuous ATC coverage and busy skies which will be a challenge for both controllers and pilots! The bigger picture of course is the charity aspect … Continue reading
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