FlightSim Studio has recently released a big update for their Boeing 727-200 Freighter for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Focusing on the highlights, this new v1.0.8 update introduces the Sperry-150 autopilot developed by Sperry Flight Systems, which was a key system used in the Boeing 727, providing essential flight control automation in a time before modern digital avionics. FlightSim Studio have carefully recreated its functionality to provide an authentic experience, including the option to assign hardware buttons, especially for those with dedicated hardware setups.
The team has also updated their GNS-XLS to support Airway entry, making the manual input of longer routes much more manageable and more closely reflecting real-world operations. The forward pedestal panel has also been overhauled and includes a WX & Terrain radar dummy screen.
FlightSim Studio has made several improvements to the sound design, including a more distinct Pratt & Whitney JT8D sound set with adjusted volume levels and improvements to the sound positioning within the B727F. Rattle sounds have now been added, and several sound bugs have been fixed.
Moving on, the team have also taken a deeper dive into the Boeing 727F’s fuel system, working closely with real B727 flight engineers to fine tune the behavior and eliminate existing shortcomings. FlightSim Studio hopes these improvements will ensure a more accurate and reliable simulation of fuel management within the aircraft.
Finally, thanks to a dedicated community member, a new flight plan clipboard is now at users’ disposal, which can load your SimBrief OFP directly onto it. This can now be moved from the engineer’s table or to the forward pedestal, which will be handy for CIVA INS users as it allows you to keep all your waypoint coordinates right next to the INS system for easy reference.
The v1.0.8 update also includes a list of fixes, changes and enhancements. The full changelog can be found below.
Existing FlightSim Studio Boeing 727 Freighter owners can download the update directly from Aerosoft One or the Contrail App.
You can purchase the FlightSim Studio Boeing 727-200 Freighter from Contrail for £28.74 (Excluding VAT).
FlightSim Studio B727F Changelog
Bug Fixes
- 784 – The Radio Altimeter dials bug has been fixed
- 731 – ADI Deflection logic updated
- 1252 – Fixed Fuel cross-feed logic
- 1254 – TAT logic on C&D spawn fixed
- 1213 – Fixed fuel feeding while pumps off
- 1052 – Tank 3 isolated from rest of fuel system
- 1213 – Fuel feeding while pumps off has returned
- 1227 – Window & Pitot Heat logic fixed
- 1028 – CIVA INS – DME updating issue reworked
- 1132 – Bleed Switches and Pneumatic system instrument value reworked
- 1185 – Lights flicker on ENG GEN fixed
- 1228 – Ground roll sounds incorrect; trigger fixed
- 1285 – GNS-XLS – Fixed wrong WPT selection on duplicates
- 1282 – CC Fuel Feeding constantly flipping boost pumps
- 1232 – Initial thrust to get the 727 rolling is too high [Breakaway thrust]
- 1276 – Spawn in Air – Electrical AC buses are not connected
- 1270 – EPR calculation not correct for takeoff
- 752 – Clipboard – Setting EPR, Trim, Speeds when doing a turn uses last settings
- 1224 – GNS-XLS: HSI Needle jumping/snapping
- 1210 – GNS-XLS: Distance not updated
- 1217 – GNS-XLS: No Navigraph Flightplan Import
- 1228 – Ground roll wrong trigger
- 1132 – Bleed Switches and the Pneumatic System were fixed for various issues
- 1028 – CIVA INS: DME updating issues
- 1230 – EFB Descent and Landing page is sometimes inoperational
- 772 – Gear Door Lights on the ground
- 1185 – Lights flickering on Engines generators
- 728 – Lighting – FO instruments are off in many spawn state updated
- 747 – Engine/Generator oil temps drop instantly fixed
- 536 – Duct pressure readings updated
- 791 – Flap animation snapping fixed
- 763 – Clock hand logic updated
- 486 – Window heat functionality updated
- 616 – Alternate flaps indication updated
- 886 – Clock relation to EFB selection fixed
- 1186 – Fixed Engine Start/Shutdown sounds missing on external view
- 1130 – Bleed Air switches behavior reworked
- 1174 – Rudder sys test logic fixed
- 1135 – Flap retraction indication fixed
- 1170 – EGT indication incorrect behavior fixed
Improvements
- 1209 – GNS-XLS: Navigraph navdata will automatically be used if available
- 1269 – Automatically set Speed and EPR bugs on runway spawning
- 1270 – Tuned EPR calculation in EFB to better match original charts
- 179 – Flap stress animation added
- 1054 – Engine phasing effects improved
- 1165 – FE – Vocal confirmation of checklist start added
- 1168 – Engine sounds overhauled
Features
- 974 – Sperry 150 – New AP panel with VS wheel
- 1193 – GNS-XLS: Added Airway Selection Flightplan
- 1290 – SimBrief Clipboard by K Hofmann
- 907 – Safety Vest can now be hidden by clickspot
- 779 – Single Clickspot for Multiple Light Switches
- 1271 – Added terrain radar (no function, just a dummy)
- 1269 – Automatically set Speed and EPR bugs on runway spawning
- 1284 – VHF1+2 should be enabled by default
- 831 – Added option to disable exhaust smoke effect
