Upcoming Race Event

I plan on using the A2A Stratocruiser with Accu-sim enabled. :d

In my opinion, if you don't fly the A2A Stratocruiser with the Accu-Sim ON, you will be missing much of what makes this one of the best flightsim aircraft ever. It is very satisfying to finish a very long flight with 4 working engines and 4 working turbos. What could be more fun than checking turbo bearing temps evey 2 minutes or so on the climb to cruise.

Jeff W
 
I'm glad to see folks flying a Stratocruiser in this event. It was one of my early choices, before I decided to just go for the fun and good times with the Stratoliner.

We're still working on the aircraft list with a couple of last minute possibilities.
 
Jeff, delighted to have you on this event!

IMHO, those who complete the event with Accu-Sim deserve props from the rest of us...if you report the number of engines that you manage to keep running. ;)



Mike
 
Willy said:
I'm glad to see folks flying a Stratocruiser in this event. It was one of my early choices, before I decided to just go for the fun and good times with the Stratoliner.

We're still working on the aircraft list with a couple of last minute possibilities.
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Hey Willy,

Just like to say thanks to you guys for all the work and efforts it takes put these events together for all of us.

Mostly the time it takes for the research and testing and what all.

I'm sure these thoughts will be echoed amongst the group.

Appreciate it!,
 
Hi all,

Here is a tentative list of the eligible aircraft. You should take a look and see if you have a favorite that we've not included. (Might or might be eligible.)

Mike
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Aircraft

The Argentine race sponsors are eager to see the new pressurized “trio” of the Lockheed Constellation, Douglas Skymaster, and Boeing Stratocruiser. (Lockheed L-049/L-749, Douglas DC-6, and Boeing B377.) Those charismatic aircraft are certainly available. Pilots may also choose another contemporary passenger aircraft. The intent here is to allow pilots to fly the airliners that they like. (Military entries are not eligible. Understandably, the Argentines insist on civilian carriers, rather than another nation's military, as their connection with the rest of the world.)

Beyond the glamorous "big three", also available are these contemporary aircraft: Avro Lancastrian, Avro Tudor, Avro York, Boeing 307, Breguet BR.763 Provence, Canadair North Star/Argonaut, Douglas C-54/DC-4-1009, Handley-Page Halton, and Handley-Page Hermes. In addition, the British have asked permission to run the single Bristol Brabazon prototype as a test flight (approval pending).

Further, pilots may choose to fly one of the following "Regional" airliners. However, these entrants are not eligible for the event's prize as they do not suit the goal of uniting the Northern and Southern hemispheres in luxury and style. These include the Douglas DC-2, C-47/R4D and DC-3, Curtiss C-46, Convair 240, FIAT G.12, and Vickers Viking. Pilots may fly them and hope to attract world-wide attention and possible investment in a startup regional airline.

In practical terms, the following FS models are eligible. Note that we allow minor historical inaccuracies with the Breguet BR.763, DC-6B, and Lockheed L-1049. Pilots who wish to operate other aircraft should send nominations to the committee for consideration. (Please do so early enough so that testing may be conducted.)

Unless otherwise indicated, a "substantial load" consists of 40 passengers for a total of 8,000 pounds in payload. Each aircraft must carry that payload on each leg.
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Avro Lancastrian: Manfred Jahn; Plane Design (Eligible but under further review)
[Substantial load: 8,000 pounds of passengers and mail]
Avro Tudor: Jens Kristensen
[Substantial load: 21 passengers, 4,200 pounds]
Avro York 4: Manfred Jahn

Boeing B307: Jens Kristensen
[Substantial load: 21 passengers or 4,200 pounds]
Boeing B377: California Classics; A2A Simulations (FSX only)

Breguet 763: Barney Bigard

Bristol Type 167 Brabazon: Jens Kristensen

Canadair Northstar/Argonaut: Jens Kristensen

Douglas DC-4: Jens Kristensen
Douglas DC-6 CA-15 Early: Jens Kristensen
Douglas DC-6 CB-16 Late: California Classics
Douglas DC-6B CB-16: California Classics.

Handley-Page H.P. 70 Halton: Alpha Simulations
Handley-Page H.P. 81 Hermes: Jens Kristensen

Lockheed L-049: FSDZigns; AlphaSim (Probably not eligible)
Lockheed L-1049G: Manfred Jahn. Use the snub-nosed version without wing tanks to simulate the early L-1049. The L-1049H is not eligible.

The following "regional" airliners are available but are not eligible for the prize.

Douglas DC-2: Ouiver Team
[Substantial load: 9 passengers or 1,800 pounds]
Douglas DC-3: MSFS Default (F9 & FSX); MAAM-SIM DC-3, C-47, RD4
[Substantial load: 14 passengers or 2,800 pounds]
Convair 240: California Classics
[Substantial load: 26 passengers or 5,200 pounds]
Curtiss C-46: Tom Gibson and Libardo Guzman
Vickers Viking: Rick Piper
[Substantial load: 16 passengers or 3,200 pounds]

In all cases, pilots must fly the latest simulation model. (Numbers of older versions of these models have less realistic flight dynamics.) Those flying California Classic aircraft should check the website for the very latest base models and then download and install the new versions. (The separate FDE flight dynamics posted on the site are not always sufficiently new.)
 
There are a lot to choose from, but I can't help feeling lucky to have an opportunity to try my A2A Stratocruiser, and somehow I don't think I'll be alone feeling that. What a nice bird!
 
MM said:
Lockheed L-1049G: Manfred Jahn. Use the snub-nosed version without wing tanks to simulate the early L-1049. The L-1049H is not eligible.
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For those of you who have not been paying attention to the fast and furious release of Connies here lately you need to get the latest update to have the Snub-nosed version without the tip tanks to show. It also fixes a hand full of other problems.

l1049g_u.zip at flightsim

Base pack l1049g.zip

Come to think of it this version is not even in the base pack you need to install a paint for the 1049vc_s.mdl model.

There is this one FS2004 KLM L-1049E Super Constellation This repaint is of an L1049E but it is still the G model.

And this one l1049hre.zip This is a ten pack of repaints only one is for the snub nose model without tip tanks.

Now who said what about point and fly aircraft and turning off Accusim?

These Connies have engine damage modeled in and you better hold it by the numbers or Boom.

Come to think of it the DC-6B has some surprises in store for the person who runs it flat out.
 
Well, I've gotten offers from several U.S. airlines, but I rather like the offer I've gotten from a certain airline based in Miami. It seems they've already established service to Havana (I'm going to have to invest in some property down there, it's becoming the new Las Vegas!) and they're looking to expand further down in Latin America.

They've sent me a copy of one of their advertisements and a record containing a theme song they've recorded for themselves. I must admit the song is rather catchy!

http://www.nationalsundowners.com/watch_us_shine.mp3

I think I've found the right airline to provide my services for. :jump:
 
Calclassic Propliners are nice! I picked up the DC-6B in United Colors. I think I might have already fouled the engines up as I am only getting 32" hg Manifold Pressure at FL220. I think I need to go back and read the takeoff procedures again, as I think I should be able to get 36" and a higher True airspeed (currently 239.
 
No that sounds about right

CA for the 6B-C16 engine is 7500'

@ 20,000 I was using almost full throttle to maintain 34" of MAP
 
Well I was really planning to fly Jens DH-91 Albatross

but I see a repaint posted today on FlightSim of US Navy C-121J TE-00 b/n 131654

Since I have about 750 hours on that specific aircraft, though it was PR-50 when I flew on it 72-74, that's going to be my ride.
 
That is so cool Reggie! To have a sim version of a plane that you logged so many hours in! One of the neatest aspects of our hobby.

WH
 
Better results with the DC-6B following the documentation for climb and cruise. It fly 's real nice.

Need to try and get some experience with the Cal Classics Strato Cruiser, but in my initial opinion, I kind of favor the DC-6.

Lots to take into consideration here.
 
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Reggie might have to slap a TWA or BOAC logo somewhere on his Connie, otherwise the Peron regime might not be so accommodating...:173go1:


MM said:
...(Military entries are not eligible. Understandably, the Argentines insist on civilian carriers, rather than another nation's military, as their connection with the rest of the world.)
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Well folks, I've started my new job down in Miami, and I must say it's been quite enjoyable thus far. (Of course, the fact that the airline is based in South Florida is a definite plus. :wiggle:)

After several days of company orientation and familiarization with the newfangled DC-6B (and yes, being fitted for a snazzy looking uniform!) the company has decided to put me through my paces with some short haul passenger flights. First up was Miami to Havana. Had a great view of the Florida Keys on the way over. Some low clouds had made their way into Cuba by the time I arrived. My approach wasn't the best, but overall it was good first commercial flight.

Now to find a ritzy nightclub to hang out at...:jump:
 
I've been practising my instrument approaches in the Boeing Stratocruiser down under in Australia because, as you will have gathered, it will be winter in Argentina for the duration of the race, and Australian winters can be just as nasty.

But I've encountered some anomalies in the Stratocruiser's ILS compared with other instruments I've experienced. I've consulted the cruiser's documentation, but so far I have been unable to find an answer to my question. It seems that the needles on the instrument are centred when the bird is on runway heading and on the glideslope, and they indicate these conditions reliably, but I am unable to interpret the deflection of the needles when I am on either side of the runway or above and below the glideslope!

Perhaps a more seasoned veteran of such ground breaking technology could provide me with some useful information.
 
ILS? Outside of North America, we have neither VOR nor ILS in 1949...nor GPS of course. Who needs those futuristic things when you have a good ADF and an accurate clock? (And perhaps Glenn Copeland's Wind Drift gauge [twidgau.zip at FlightSim.com].) ;)

(That said, any additional knowledge about the A2A Stratocruiser would be a boon!)
 
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