Sikorsky S76

[euroastar350]

Hi guys,

Since I am almost done with the base model for my Bell 222, I decided to take a break and work on something even more complex. Say hello to the Sikorsky S76. This model started out as payware from Nemeth Designs and has since been released as freeware, I was able to obtain the gmax files from Tamas Nemeth for conversion to FSX, but it's going to be quite more challenging as it did not come with FS9 makemdl parts dictionary with the custom animation XML, so I am taking the liberty of rewriting all the animations or use what I have from my Bell 222. This one won't come quick as I have obligations with other projects including the Commander 520, C1A Trader which is nearly completed and a new project I just picked recently. Texture mapping will remain the same as the FS2004 models, so not to worry about anything changing on the models. Tamas has graciously allowed me to add any kind of modifications to the base, so any mods are under consideration

 

[Montie]

Yes! One of my FS9 favorites

 

[tankerguy72]

Nice! Thatll be a great addition to FSX. I just have a question, you said youre doing the C-1A were you also going to S-2A Tanker conversions also?

 

[TiAr]

Really good news for the chopper community. An updated S-76 is a dream. Take it.

Thomas

 

[jmbiii]

Super news ! One of my favorite helis.

 

[SeanTK]

Absolutely excellent! I really hope this one is seen to completion!

 

[Wings of Gold]

Best looking helo ever. Really looking forward to your FSX version!

Bill

 

[pilto von pilto]

Oh so very sweet. Will find space in my hangar for sure.

 

[euroastar350]

What I can do in a day. Approximately 70% of materials have been carried over with some left to do, animations are about 60% complete, also with some left to do and this is only the exterior and the executive variant, EMS variant to be completed once this one is done. Once this is completed, I can then tackle the VC and yet I have run into issues. No makemdl parts dictionary + no custom animations = writing my own animations or use what I have from my Bell 222 since the current engine gauges and systems are no good in FSX, although they did work fine FS2004. Lots more to get done.

 

[euroastar350]

 

[MDIvey]

Looking great George

Matt

 

[Killbilly]

Fantastic! The S-76 looks a little weird to me with it's retractable gear, but it's got really nice lines -- and it's nice and fast.

Now, we just need someone to do the S-97. That thing makes me feel like I'm in a sci-fi film.

 

[Stefano Zibell]

Looking great, much anticipation for the 222 and this.

 

[Shane Strong CYHZ]

looking great cant wait my fav helicopter
if you need any cockpit pictures i have lots here from our EHS Helicopter

 

[euroastar350]

VIP exterior finished with some some minor things to fix. Virtual cockpit about 65% complete with little materials and animations to carry over, will need a new sound system as the real bird doesn't sound like a Bell 412, now does it . Good news is that I have a functional 2 engine setup, but not using the horrible EH101 FDE. Once I get the VIP model completed, I can move over to the EMS variant. Now, who would like to do some paints for this bird while I finish her off? I really don't want to use what is out right now, so I would like to see something fresh. Send me a PM if interested.

 

[Cirrus N210MS]

Thank you!

 

[Wings of Gold]

Fantastic!

 

[Stefano Zibell]

This is great, don't take it the wrong way, but are we getting the 222 for christmas? Pretty please?

 

[euroastar350]

S76 medical version in the workshop, now that most of the engine systems are in place. I can't show the VC yet because it is not fully converted over with the proper FSX material settings, but it is identical to the VIP VC, but with medical equipment in the back.

 

[Killbilly]

Looking great! Very nice color scheme.