Previews

VSKYLABS posted on their Facebook that the Robinson R66 project for X-Plane 11 is expected to be releasing this week if all goes according to plan.

Included in the update is a preview of one of the features that this product. That is a 3D hand that is able to hold the VSL for the R66. They say that this is “very handy” in 2D and in VR, and that there is a good chance this feature will be included in V1.0 of the product.

The R66 first flew in 2007, and has since had over 760 units built and delivered. It is the slightly larger, faster, and smoother version of the R44. The R66 is designed to be a light utility and trainer helicopter, but is also used by the Nigerian Air Force.

Once more is posted on this project, we will be sure to update. Also keep a look on VSKYLABS feeds.

Just Flight has been showing off some more previews of some of their upcoming planes. In two preview posts, the team has been showing off the progress on the British Aerospace 146, and the Boeing 747 classic.

The previews of the BAe show off previews of nearly every aspect of the plane. From the wings, engines, and the gear to the cockpit, flaps and the iconic air brake on the tail section. The plane appears to be shaping up nicely, but still has some way to go.

As for the Boeing 747 classic, it seems to have progressed rather nicely since the last time we saw it as well. The previews are specifically focussed on close-up and details, such as the doors, interior design, the landing gear and the cockpit. The previews also show off some of the wear and tear on this plane, especially in the cockpit.