iniBuilds has released its F406 Caravan II for both Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. The F406 Caravan II is a rugged twin-engine turboprop, trusted worldwide for roles like cargo, patrol, and regional transport since its debut in the 1980s.
The aircraft has been developed following direct access to a real-world example operated by RVL Group in the UK. iniBuilds visited East Midlands Airport multiple times to gather 3D scan data, interview pilots, and document operational procedures. In appreciation of the access provided, iniBuilds made a £1,000 donation to the Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance.
Several variants are included, such as passenger, cargo, surveillance, coastguard, and environmental response configurations. Each variant comes with its own 3D model and system logic. Notable features include a fully integrated camera system with gyroscopic stabilisation, a maritime surveillance radar, dynamic payload loading, and photo capture functionality. Mission-specific details, such as animated cargo loading and environmental sensors, are also represented.
The sound package for the F406 was created by Echo 19 Audio using real recordings from the actual aircraft. This includes turbine startup sequences, propeller transitions, cockpit switches, and system sounds. These audio elements have been integrated to respond dynamically based on in-sim actions and engine state. The flight model has been tuned based on pilot feedback and performance documentation, with STOL capability and mission performance considered a priority.
Features
- Exterior realism including a high-fidelity model based on 3D scans, custom fowler flaps, exhaust effects, propeller blur and more!
- Authentic sound suite for cockpit and external curated by Echo 19 Audio Productions, including authentic PT6A turbine and McCauley 3 blade propeller sounds.
- Authentic mission support for MSFS 2024 career modes
- Passenger & VIP transport
- Cargo Operations
- Fully integrated GTN 650 avionics
- Compatible with Asobo, PMS & TDS
- Hot swappable GTN models for flexible navigation
- Modern EFB with Navigraph charts and map support
- Multiple aircraft variants with tailored interiors, exteriors, and mission-specific systems:
- Passenger Transport
- Cargo/Utility
- Surveillance
- Maritime Patrol
- Environmental Response
- Dynamic loading systems based on sim or EFB payload inputs
- Functional surveillance systems
- Animated, gyro-stabilised camera
- Aerial survey mode with GPS line tracking
- Coastguard SLAR and AIS ship detection systems
- Interior surveillance ops station with photo capture support
- Custom autopilot system, designed for realistic single-pilot operations and advanced nav support
- Detailed lighting system, with individually adjustable cockpit lighting and rotatable light stalks
- Accurate electrical systems simulation with selected circuit breakers being operational
