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Tom Clayton

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Released today:

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simMarket: SKYSIMULATIONS DC-9 MSFS2020

MCDONNELL DOUGLAS DC-9 Series V3 1 for MSFS2020 only nbsp MSFS 2020 NATIVE nbsp The version for MSFS2024 is available here nbsp 3 1 Version HIGHLIGHTS nbsp -Flight dynamics adjustment and refinement -Completely revamped Autopilot fixing Pitch and Altitude Hold issues -Fixed engine performance...
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I have since bought it, installed it in MSFS 2020, and flown it from Cape Girardeau, MO to KSTL...I'm pretty happy with it. I'll be happier when repaints start appearing (would like a -10 Bonanza, -10 and -30 Air West (pre-Hughes Airwest), and -10 and -30 Northeast "Yellowbirds"...but I don't see a paintkit yet). Long overdue...but loving it.
 
keithb77 said:
Chances of me buying it just increased significantly...
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Just Flight - Sky Simulations McDonnell Douglas DC-9 (MSFS)

Sky Simulations' DC-9 add-on for MSFS 2020/2024, featuring passenger and freight variants of the dc-9-10 and dc-9-30 - on sale from Just Flight!
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Well..I just did it again...took off from KSTL in the Ozark DC-9-10, and flew to KORD as the sun rose. Nice. Has that good "old school" feel, and seems to fly well (in 2020...haven't tried it in 2024 yet).
 
TiAr said:
Hey Tom,

its not released - but it´s coming soon.

Thomas
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It was showing released on my screen when I posted it - maybe it was a staggered release according to location? Either way, looks like it's in full release now.
 
Hmm, well, I just bought it on Simmarket. Have not imstalled yet. I messaged Skysimulations, asking when the C-9 version would be released, because months ago, on Facebook, they said they would be releasing it as well. NC
 
Aaargh, why are all the DC-9s/MD-80s so expensive? Guessing they're insanely study level. Hopefully it'll go on sale sometime. (Unlike the Mad Dog.)

I mean, there is the inexpensive 717, but last time I checked CS was using Airbus fly-by-wire systems for it, which is just so wrong.

(So I kinda answered my own question... This is great for folks who want to focus on a single super-detailed plane, not throwing any shade over them doing a high-end add-on. But when it comes to flying airliners, I'm a "filthy casual" who really doesn't need the air conditioning system fully simulated.)
 
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Skysimulations responded to me about the C-9 version, saying that it is planned for Phase 3. I then replied, saying ok.....so what is in Phase 2?
 
I'm trying to ascertain how these models actually look/feel in FS2020 compared to previous iterations. I remember my disappointment paying a lot for the upgrade to FSX from FS9 and the level of detail was still FS9 standard at that time but the screenshots looked way better than they actually were. I eventually bought the Coolsky DC-9 which was incredible and so far, the Skysimulations looks like a new build on par with the Coolsky. Going to wait a bit to get more opinions before jumping on this.
 
I watched a couple review youtube videos. Overall, I believe the impressions are favorable. Definitely nothing like the quality of, say PMDG; but did not expect it either. Somewhat overpriced, but I don't care. I have wanted a DC-9 ever since 2020 was released. I am NOT a purist by any means. For one thing, the majority of my flying is take off, fly around some, and land. Same thing with military, but I do mostly touch and goes, plus carrier ops. Does not take much to satisfy my needs. NC
 
Well, here's my .02 cents. I remember being completely REALLY irritated/disappointed after buying their earlier DC-9 iterations. I don't feel that way this time. Chief is correct...it's not PMDG quality...but the quality (to me, at least...and I consider myself a bit picky) is acceptable...and it seems to scratch my itch for this classic twinjet.

Kent

P.S. Chief - I think you are going to have a TOUGH time getting the DC-9 to catch a wire on the carrier! (Strangely enough, Douglas did propose a -10 variant for COD ops back in the 60's however...)
 

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ColoKent said:
Well, here's my .02 cents. I remember being completely REALLY irritated/disappointed after buying their earlier DC-9 iterations. I don't feel that way this time. Chief is correct...it's not PMDG quality...but the quality (to me, at least...and I consider myself a bit picky) is acceptable...and it seems to scratch my itch for this classic twinjet.

Kent

P.S. Chief - I think you are going to have a TOUGH time getting the DC-9 to catch a wire on the carrier! (Strangely enough, Douglas did propose a -10 variant for COD ops back in the 60's however...)
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I did NOT know about the 1960s carrier variant proposal! I am imagining the test pilot's first approach for the first trap (had the proposal resulted in actual trials🤣). Talk about a test of one's nerves!!!!!

I have not even flown this model yet, but am guessing there is no paint kit yet? If and when there IS, I will be asking a friend of mine who does paints (Er, Benoen, hi there!) to please do a C-9 paint, since it will be a while before Skysimulations releases that version. NC
 
"JF have removed it from their website due to bugs and issues..."

MAN...I must have LOW standards! Didn't seem that messed up in 2020. I haven't tried it in 2024...

Kent
 
Personally, I find the price somewhat steep. Not that I would buy a tubeliner, I just find it a bit expensive.

Priller
 
Priller said:
Personally, I find the price somewhat steep. Not that I would buy a tubeliner, I just find it a bit expensive.

Priller
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Same here. When I first saw the price, I thought WHOAA! Not this month! I am a very casual flyer, mostly short hops, like Chief, but I have always liked the DC-9 and B-727s, for their looks, and have ridden in both. As for piloting them, I haven't even figured out the proper management of the turboprop engines, yet. Always either blow them up or shut them down in flight, just by touching a control. Iwant one, but not that bad. Maybe when there is a 50% sale in a few years.
 
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