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  • Please see the most recent updates in the "Where did the .com name go?" thread. Posts number 16 and 17.

    Post 16 Update

    Post 17 Warning

DC-3 - Legends of Flight is released!

Hi Guys

Because I've pretty much maxed out with addons recently, I had changed my mind about getting this, and thought I'd skip it.

However, seeing the level of willingness and interaction from the developers, has changed my mind once again. I'd MUCH rather have this kind of support from developers than worry about getting systems to 100% etc. Well done guys!

Wife won't be happy, but here comes yet another DC3:wavey::wiggle:
 
Thanks for the interesting posts from users, I will get it soon. About sound, for engines there is an addon, if anyone has it and has tried it, can you say its better than the original???...The DC-3 is 75 years old this year, I hope I get to that and pass it......:jump:
 
Sound for DC-3

I just bought the sonic solutions sound pack for the DC-3.I put the sound file into the DC-3 PW sound file.I myself Think is outstanding sound .Bought it over at www.flightsim.com. I seen aolt of DC-3s During screw worm program.In douglas az.They drop fly boxes that broke open when it hit the ground.This was back in the early 70s.I worked on a ranch, and They would fly over our heads and drop the flys.Chet Two Wolves:wavey:
 
@ Chet Twowolves - thanks for the heads-up re: the Sonic Solutions soundpack. Just to clarify - much as I like Accusim, I wasn't expecting an Accusim aircraft here. Improved sound would help a lot with the atmosphere and if a third party soundpack provides that, that's great. Is it effective inside the cockpit as well as outside?

@ oldpropfan - Ah! Looks like I mistook the cylinder temp gauge for the oil temp gauge, and misread the scale, too (like I said, these were quick flights). That would explain the pegged gauges. Quick question - is the Buffalo repaint Wright-equipped or P&W-equipped. Sorry, I should know this but I don't have my manual handy. If Wright, that might explain why the cowl flaps seemed to have no effect. Or it might be that they did, but didn't bring the temperature below 150.

Will explore further. I'd like to like this a/c, and I'm happy to work with it.
 
Sound for DC-3

Hi Alan-A.
Yes you can here great sound outside as well as inside.I do like this sound package.For DC-3.:salute:.Chet Two Wolves
 
chet twowolves said:
I just bought the sonic solutions sound pack for the DC-3.I put the sound file into the DC-3 PW sound file.I myself Think is outstanding sound .Bought it over at www.flightsim.com. I seen aolt of DC-3s During screw worm program.In douglas az.They drop fly boxes that broke open when it hit the ground.This was back in the early 70s.I worked on a ranch, and They would fly over our heads and drop the flys.Chet Two Wolves:wavey:
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That's good, but it does then mean, if you want an aircraft with a more immersive soundset, it's not what you'd call a great price once having bought both.
 
Thanks guys for considering my DC3 soundpack. It was on sale for 6 bucks last week at one of the sim shops. I just asked FS Pilot shop to put it on sale at 50% off for all of December so it'll be 6 bux. Hopefully that helps out those that fancy having both without spending a ton. Cheers and Happy Holidays!

Edit: Well I'm sorry to say I can't put just one sound pack on sale according to FS Pilot Shop. They say they can't "because it would be too cheap to sell individually. The processing fees take up too much of the commission to make it worthwhile. One product just isn't valuable enough"

I tried.
 
Hi all,

Thank you for your feedback regarding the sound-set included with this aircraft. We have taken onboard your criticisms and are currently looking into the possibility of upgrading the existing sound-set.


@dougal95 : Thank you for the kind words! We (JF and AH) are very passionate about the aircraft that we develop. We spent considerable time getting the aircraft as close to perfect as possible, taking into account the time-frame and commercial realities that face all developers and publishers. I really believe this is an excellent aircraft and we will endeavour to fix any issues and improve those areas which people feel have fallen short of their exceptions.

Thanks
Martyn
http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/member.php?u=16809
 
DC-3

Hi.I just want to say how much i enjoy justflights DC-3.Its well done.And the C-47s also outstanding.I hope to see some outstanding repaints.Outstanding job.Chet Two Wolves.:salute:
 
I installed the Sonic Solutions soundset last night and I have to say it makes a huge difference. I finally felt like I was at the controls of an old, ill-tempered, rattling machine. Much more satisfying this way. I'm even thinking about adding it to the Wright versions - not strictly accurate, I know (and that risks opening an old debate, which isn't my intention), but until there's a Wright set availalable, the P&W sounds might add atmosphere if not realism.

@Martyn - that's great news about your considering a sound upgrade. As noted, a Wright set would be nice if that's achievable (I don't know how many Wright Cyclones are in circulation). So would some additional brake and ground sounds.

Re: other issues - on further review, it turns out I have the same issue with the cylinder head temp gauges pegged at 150 no matter what I do with cowl flaps. Noted for the record. But...

...updated bottom line - it's not Accusim and it's not going to be, but it's turning out to be a much more enjoyable experience.
 
Martyn said:
Hi all,

Thank you for your feedback regarding the sound-set included with this aircraft. We have taken onboard your criticisms and are currently looking into the possibility of upgrading the existing sound-set.


@dougal95 : Thank you for the kind words! We (JF and AH) are very passionate about the aircraft that we develop. We spent considerable time getting the aircraft as close to perfect as possible, taking into account the time-frame and commercial realities that face all developers and publishers. I really believe this is an excellent aircraft and we will endeavour to fix any issues and improve those areas which people feel have fallen short of their exceptions.

Thanks
Martyn
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Good for you guys - way to go!

Shame more payware developers don't do this.
 
I am pleased to announce that we will be releasing the Sonic Solutions DC-3 75th anniversary sound pack as a free upgrade for all DC-3 Legends of Flight users.

We hope to have this ready and available from our website after the weekend.

Once again, thank you for your constructive criticisms and feedback. I hope that the new sound pack brings the aircraft to life :salute:

Thanks
Martyn
 
I'll wait until the promises are made manifest. These are not the times to be an early adopter and hand over money for a sub-standard product.
 
Having finally purchased and installed, it seems I have a problem.

The Sounds!

In the VC, I can only JUST hear the engines, even with volume high. If I pan left or right, I can hear each engine, but only very quiet. When center in the VC, I can only just hear the engines.

In the 2D cockpit, there's no sound at all unless I 'look' left or right.

Exterier sounds seem okay.

I've tried a reinstall but it didn't help.

I have a brand new Windows7x64 and FSX installation. Not even finished installing my addons yet.
 
dougal95 said:
Having finally purchased and installed, it seems I have a problem.

The Sounds!

In the VC, I can only JUST hear the engines, even with volume high. If I pan left or right, I can hear each engine, but only very quiet. When center in the VC, I can only just hear the engines.

In the 2D cockpit, there's no sound at all unless I 'look' left or right.

Exterier sounds seem okay.

I've tried a reinstall but it didn't help.

I have a brand new Windows7x64 and FSX installation. Not even finished installing my addons yet.
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Do you mean the audio that came with the Just Flight version or the Sonic Solutions sound pack. If it's the Sonic Solutions one head over to http://www.sonicsolutions.info/support and I'll take care of ya there.
 
dougal95 said:
Having finally purchased and installed, it seems I have a problem.

The Sounds!

In the VC, I can only JUST hear the engines, even with volume high. If I pan left or right, I can hear each engine, but only very quiet. When center in the VC, I can only just hear the engines.

In the 2D cockpit, there's no sound at all unless I 'look' left or right.

Exterier sounds seem okay.

I've tried a reinstall but it didn't help.

I have a brand new Windows7x64 and FSX installation. Not even finished installing my addons yet.
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SORRY GUYS!

Scratch that! All is well

Problem was MY end
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Martyn said:
I am pleased to announce that we will be releasing the Sonic Solutions DC-3 75th anniversary sound pack as a free upgrade for all DC-3 Legends of Flight users.

We hope to have this ready and available from our website after the weekend.

Once again, thank you for your constructive criticisms and feedback. I hope that the new sound pack brings the aircraft to life :salute:

Thanks
Martyn
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Very very classy move.

Jim
 
Hi

I have made 2 more observations on this otherwise fine model.

The exterior visual models are beautiful, BUT they all (as far as I remember) have the same error at the tail. They have this square part that doesn't look at all like the much sharper edge on the real thing:

JF_DC-3_tail.jpg




Real_DC-3_tail.jpg



My second problem is with the speed of the landing gear animation. I have found that it extends in about 7 seconds and retracts in about 9 seconds. I think that this is a bit too fast. According to the manual found here: http://pcmuseum.tripod.com/dc3/dc3designfeature.pdf the time to retract during a normal take-off is 11½ seconds. I haven't found any documentation for the extension time, and this will propably be a bit faster as the function is being helped by gravity, but 7 seconds???

Regards
Kim
 
I would love to buy this, but the "BS" runaround I'm getting at just flight to reset my password is driving me to the point of just keep it!!!!
 
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