Dodosim Bell 206 released!!!

Can't believe its almost 55 dollars.:173go1:

I was really eager for this one to be released, but at that price, I'm not really sure. Some other planes in that price range are the P-47 and Level-D 767, both of which are incredible simulations. I don't know if a chopper merits that kind of money from me.
 
From what I`ve read about Dodosim, it`s at least on par with those aircraft, but it`s a big chunk of change so enjoyment of helo flight is a must for this to be considered, on the other hand it might just be what changes a ridiculous default flight model into something much more enjoyable.
 
Great news, now they can get back to work on the Huey which was originally slated to be released first.

I sure wish this had a default startup mode as well. I like systems to a degree, but sometimes I just want to get in and fly and this model has some nice variations.

Hope this does well for them, we need more FSX heli developers
 
I think this is a great release. Wish I had the $$ to afford it right now. I salute the developers for creating such a helo with these complex additions such as wear, and the ability to change individual models, etc. This is something that perhaps was desperately needed for a helicopter in FS.

Cheers. I'll certainly be getting this when I have a little extra $$ to spare.
 
Agreed Michael. Not to get too carried away, but I am tired of seeing the same aircraft over and over again (tubeliners, not that I fly them anyways). As I see it, there are airplanes over helicopters for FSX at the moment. If I knew the inner works of gmax or MAX, that would change in a heart beat:monkies:
 
When I was using FS9 and I wanted to fly a helo, unless there was a very specific reason for picking the one I wanted, I always ended up in the Dodo - or more precisely one of the repaints of the model.

This one is certainly on my shopping list, but as others have said, it'll certainly have to wait until payday or I get an unexpected windfall (or Mrs. P. isn't looking. ;))
 
Possibly against my better judgment, I got it. I'll let you guys know how she flies. I don't claim to be an expert with choppers. Maybe it'll teach me. :engel016:
 
MCDesigns said:
I sure wish this had a default startup mode as well. I like systems to a degree, but sometimes I just want to get in and fly and this model has some nice variations.
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Check out the 'modes' section of the website, it has automatic start-up, 5 levels of 'difficulty' as well as the ability to turn off the engine wear/damage modes.

It sounds like (though someone who owns the product will have to confirm) that you can have your cake anyway you want it!
 
It's pretty good. Nice startup procedures, and is way better than the default 206 (needless to say). Only had a few minutes with it (at level 5 difficulty - the hardest), and aside from wishing the VC modeling was just a hair more sophisticated (ok, so I'm spoiled by the PBY), and the fact that I can't turn the throttle with the mouse in the VC (have to use the 2D panel - and even then, it's touchy) it's great to have a helo with this level of flight and system accuracy.

Lots to explore in this package, and a challenging sim aircraft. :)

Mike

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Mike - could you show how exterior looks like? I'm curious how they did rotor.

I wonder, why there is no high resolution screenshots on their website.

EDIT - I was too slow ;)
 
Wow! What a chopper! :isadizzy:

My first landing was... well... :blind:

Something about a Ring Vortex. Doesn't sound too good to me. :icon_lol:
 
Kiwikat said:
Something about a Ring Vortex. Doesn't sound too good to me. :icon_lol:
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Sounds like something that I'd suffer from after a belly full of :icon29: :isadizzy:


I'm definitely going to get this addon...it's a little pricey...but think of it as Accusim for heli's and it softens the blow.:wavey:
 
I will keep the review simple. This is the definitive helicopter for FSX. Period. There is not another helicopter model out that has the complete package like this one. It has top notch artwork, sounds, accurate systems, and flight dynamics. If you are not flying this helicopter in FSX, then you are not simulating helicopter flight, you're just playing a game. It's that good.

If you buy only one add-on for FSX this year, this needs to be it.

As far as easy flight is concerend, rotate the heater knob to 1, do a crtl-e, and once you are up and running rotate the knob back to 5 for the fun stuff.
 
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