Inductotherm
New member
I am loving the new sim, however does anyone know if there is a DC-3 Coming? Its all I need to fully enjoy the sim. lol
Loving the new sim, but....
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bazzar
Charter Member 2018
Yes the DC3 is coming but nothing (dedicated that is) for MSFS is going to happen quickly. The software development kit and other aspects of the system are not finished. We have stated elsewhere that we will not release anything that is not truly dedicated for this sim and that cannot happen for any dev until the SDK and issues are resolved. 
manfredc3
SOH-CM-2022
Yes the DC3 is coming but nothing (dedicated that is) for MSFS is going to happen quickly. The software development kit and other aspects of the system are not finished. We have stated elsewhere that we will not release anything that is not truly dedicated for this sim and that cannot happen for any dev until the SDK and issues are resolved.
Even though far away, the message is promising. Can't wait for a "good" DC-3 in FS2020
gman5250
Charter Member
Seems a good time to let everyone know.
Manfred Jahn has asked me if I would master his C-47 Dakota for MSFS 2020. I accepted his offer, and we have negotiated a gentleman's agreement. Manfred provide me with the original GMAX files, which I have converted to a 3DStudio Max mastered model. This model is currently flying quite successfully in P3Dv5 in full PBR rendering. This was step one. The models I release for Prepar3D and Microsoft Flight 2020 will be the official Manfred Jahn Dakota.
I have spent the last couple of weeks immersed in the new MS platform, getting to know the sim and beginning to explore the SDK, as it is in its current state. I am in agreement with the other devs who feel that the SDK will need some refinement before attempting to release an official model, but that will give me a bit of time to see what we can improve upon or add to Manfred's model for MSFS 2020.
There is one hurdle for me to navigate. Microsoft only engineered the simulator to accept models created in 3D Studio Max 2016 or later. I own a perpetual 3D Studio Max 2015 license. Upgrading to a later version would require that I relinquish my perpetual license...at a seventy five percent depreciation, then purchase a limited license at a prohibitive price point. I paid full pop the first time, I'm not inclined nor able to pay full pop again for something I already own. I'm currently exploring a work around. So...that's the only niggle in the works at the moment. Also waiting to see what Arno might have in the works.
That said, my intention is to release all of my models along with Manfred's Dak and Boeing Strats for Microsoft Flight 2020 and Prepar3D, up to and including V5 PBR. I have recovered...well, actually...re-built the aircraft I lost in the storage drive format debacle, and have upgraded all to current development levels for the two platforms. That was a big nut, and took some time, but that's where I'm at presently. So...for everyone anxious for the DAK and a bunch of other good airplanes, they are at the top of my priority list. That is if we don't burn down or become asphyxiated by the current rounds of...errrr..."Climate Change" that are suddenly erupting out here on the formerly beautiful West Coast.
Manfred Jahn has asked me if I would master his C-47 Dakota for MSFS 2020. I accepted his offer, and we have negotiated a gentleman's agreement. Manfred provide me with the original GMAX files, which I have converted to a 3DStudio Max mastered model. This model is currently flying quite successfully in P3Dv5 in full PBR rendering. This was step one. The models I release for Prepar3D and Microsoft Flight 2020 will be the official Manfred Jahn Dakota.
I have spent the last couple of weeks immersed in the new MS platform, getting to know the sim and beginning to explore the SDK, as it is in its current state. I am in agreement with the other devs who feel that the SDK will need some refinement before attempting to release an official model, but that will give me a bit of time to see what we can improve upon or add to Manfred's model for MSFS 2020.
There is one hurdle for me to navigate. Microsoft only engineered the simulator to accept models created in 3D Studio Max 2016 or later. I own a perpetual 3D Studio Max 2015 license. Upgrading to a later version would require that I relinquish my perpetual license...at a seventy five percent depreciation, then purchase a limited license at a prohibitive price point. I paid full pop the first time, I'm not inclined nor able to pay full pop again for something I already own. I'm currently exploring a work around. So...that's the only niggle in the works at the moment. Also waiting to see what Arno might have in the works.
That said, my intention is to release all of my models along with Manfred's Dak and Boeing Strats for Microsoft Flight 2020 and Prepar3D, up to and including V5 PBR. I have recovered...well, actually...re-built the aircraft I lost in the storage drive format debacle, and have upgraded all to current development levels for the two platforms. That was a big nut, and took some time, but that's where I'm at presently. So...for everyone anxious for the DAK and a bunch of other good airplanes, they are at the top of my priority list. That is if we don't burn down or become asphyxiated by the current rounds of...errrr..."Climate Change" that are suddenly erupting out here on the formerly beautiful West Coast.
I'd love to see the Gooney Bird in the new platform, but what I really have my heart set on is a good Super Connie or even the Starliner. I know that Manfred's models are old tech and not feasible to convert, but I can still dream!
gman5250
Charter Member
That's awesome news about the models you've been working on. BTW, have you looked at Blender? IIRC, someone over at FS Developer wrote a program to export a Blender models to MSFS. Either way, great news.
Yep...definitely looking into Blender. Thanks
manfredc3
SOH-CM-2022
More great news. I'd better start putting some vacation time aside. FS2020 life can only get better with classics like the DC-3, Dak, Boeing Strats, and maybe even a Connie at some point.
TuFun
Charter Member
Fantastic news "G"! Provided we survive after November and beyond. The rapture is upon us!
