iniBuilds has updated its A350 Airliner to include the HUD, improved engine animations, fixed sound effects, and also news on when Xbox users will finally be able to fly the aircraft.
Starting with the HUD, iniBuilds has developed a fully functional Heads-Up Display for the aircraft. It features accurate FMA display, including AP, FD, A/THR & BTV, and the correct symbology for speed, altitude, and vertical speed. Furthermore, it has declutter logic depending on the phase of flight, plus a crosswind mode. It’s completely optional via the OIS equipment page.
Improved Exterior Modelling and Textures
Another key change with version 1.1.1 of the A350 Airliner is the new engine animation improvement. The video below gives you a great idea of how the engine start-up spool is now integrated.
Further changes to the exterior include visible window blinds from the cabin, tweaks to the metal material rendering and new weathering effects in MSFS 2024 that now include dents, taped areas on wings, and more visible wear and tear.
Other Improvements to Systems Logic and ECAM Memo
The hydraulic system logic governing flap behaviour has received a complete overhaul. Previously, the outer flaps failed to extend during hydraulic failures despite being indicated on the systems display. This has now been corrected, with both inner and outer flap animations following real-world logic. Asymmetry is now accurately modelled, including fault simulation via the OIS Failures page, with ECAM warnings reflecting differences in flap position. Additionally, outer flaps now correctly rely on the ADBG system during hydraulic loss.
Separately, feedback on ECAM Memo formatting has been acknowledged. While some improvements have been made using community input, certain elements—such as layout and item inclusion—are intentionally based on a specific airline configuration. This mirrors the MSN and software version that the development team used as a reference.
Xbox Version Coming Next Week
Good news for those of you waiting to fly the A350 Airliner on Xbox. iniBuilds has confirmed that next week, the plan is for the A350 to be released in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 for Xbox users. The Xbox build will feature the ULR variant of the A350, but the HUD will come in a future update.
iniBuilds confirmed that the Xbox users with MSFS 2020 will need to continue to wait as it’s still not quite in a “releasable state”. There are some platform-specific issues they are working on and will continue to work on a solution.
As a reminder, there are some differences for those buying it specifically for Xbox, as detailed in this chart.
You can download the update from the iniManager right now. Otherwise, you can pick up your copy from the iniBuilds Store for £59.99 (excluding VAT).
Changelog
🛠 Systems
- FIXED: GA phase stuck in engine-out condition in some cases
- FIXED: Derotation law now correctly disengages during go-around
- FIXED: Engine display no longer incorrectly shows TOGA during reverse
- FIXED: PACK/NAI/WAI indications corrected
- FIXED: Engine data on ECAM now disappears automatically when expected
- FIXED: “STALL” warning no longer triggered with no visual/caution indication
- FIXED: Incorrect AIR ENG2 BLEED FAULT no longer triggered when APU bleed turned on
- FIXED: CHECK MIN FUEL AT DEST message now behaves correctly with SEC DEST logic
- FIXED: SEC DEST button logic corrected
- FIXED: FMS no longer indicates FLS when FLS is deselected
- FIXED: Incorrect message shown regarding GA SOFT instead of THR MCT during engine-out go-around
- FIXED: Engine out after V1 now properly transitions through takeoff phase without triggering go-around
- FIXED: Clock, TAT, SAT, and ISA now show “XX” when IRS not aligned
- FIXED: Pilot stored waypoint clickspots no longer overlap
- FIXED: Not possible to add custom pilot waypoints on FIX INFO page — corrected
- FIXED: INSERT NEXT WAYPOINT from ND now correctly inserts waypoint without blanking the FPLN
- FIXED: V2 lower than Vls condition in edge case resolved
- FIXED: Heading preset on ground now functioning correctly
- FIXED: ND manually tuned M overlap corrected
- FIXED: NM unit now appears for ILS approaches on PFD
- FIXED: Improvements to authentication and Navigraph check code
- FIXED: WASM token request logic updated to only pass token when actively subscribed
- ADDED: OIS settings now show subscription status notice for Navigraph users
- ADDED: ETD IFE splash screen based on user feedback
- FIXED: Lav tank and water tank state now correctly retained after extended flight duration
- FIXED: Leftover elements from pilot stored waypoint remained on display
- FIXED: Brake temps begin decreasing during landing roll after overweight landing
- FIXED: Added time delay for brake temperatures to display on SD
- FIXED: PACK 1 and 2 can be operated without bleed incorrectly
- FIXED: Aircraft import airway from Navigraph reversed in direction
- FIXED: Arrival runway merged incorrectly into missed approach procedure
- FIXED: “REFUEL PNL DOOR OPEN” ECAM message shown twice
- FIXED: ADS-C status missing “ARMED” indication
- FIXED: OPEN light does not illuminate during fuel jettison
- TUNED: Brake cooling logic for overweight landings
- CHECKED: Speed calculations between LBS and KG units for accuracy
- FIXED: Pilot stored navaids not handled properly via WASM
- FIXED: Idle reverse should display ~27% N1
- FIXED: Message missing when unable to select BTV with BRK MED armed
- FIXED: Autopilot cannot be disengaged by sidestick due to AP disconnect protection
- FIXED: DME readout clipping on PFD
- FIXED: Numerous WASM crashes
🖥️ EFB / OIS
- FIXED: SD mailbox message pagination now updates correctly
- FIXED: APU FU now displays in correct unit when set to LBS
- FIXED: OIS unable to manually disarm slides — corrected
- FIXED: FO printouts now correctly display
- FIXED: HUD declutter button position corrected
- FIXED: HUD arm shape geometry corrected
- FIXED: HUD red breakaway indicator corrected and repositioned (CN config)
- FIXED: HUD position refinements based on user feedback
- FIXED: HUD size, scale, and placement adjusted from default POV
- ADDED: Option for fuel panel open/close if GSX bugged out
- ADDED: Ability to attach printout to CPT or FO side
- IMPROVED: GSX behavior now includes slide disarming to prevent automatic deployment
🎨 Art
- FIXED: Engine PERF mode visibility corrected when cowling open on right engine
- FIXED: Pilots no longer disappear at LOD0 from external view
- FIXED: Cargo door handle angle corrected
- FIXED: Reduced select texture sizes from 4K to 2K for performance optimization
- FIXED: A6-EXD livery issues resolved
- FIXED: Iberia livery — missing wing registration corrected
- FIXED: Cathay B-LXP — exit sign clipping into floor corrected
- FIXED: Qatar flag orientation corrected in FS2020 version
- FIXED: Emirates — winglet logo no longer extends into leading edge
- FIXED: D-AIXQ, D-AIXY and other livery .cfg file errors resolved
- FIXED: CX B-LXP — missing jettison GW in FMS and overhead switches
- FIXED: LH cabin pack – business class aisle floor covers overlapping
- FIXED: ULR Cabin (SQ) – Lights disappear from walls and ceiling while moving through cabin
- FIXED: ULR Cabin – Missing toilet door and flush clickspots (LOD issue)
- FIXED: Qsuite – reverse textures corrected
- FIXED: A350-1000 Default Cabin – PCUAs appear dark (potential code issue)
- FIXED: A350-1000 Default Cabin – Lights remain ON when they should be OFF
- FIXED: A350-900 Default Cabin – FWD galley emissives remain ON
- FIXED: Cathay livery – forward bulkhead low-res texture
- FIXED: Cabin rear right side LOD issues (final 3/4)
- FIXED: Zero-thickness cockpit element above 2nd jumpseat removed
- FIXED: Cabin ceiling lights remain ON after full cold and dark
- FIXED: Heavy snow visual clipping into fuselage on -1000
- FIXED: FO side pedal disc button animation now syncs with handle
- FIXED: Flap split animation
🔊 Sounds
- FIXED: Remix avionics power-on sound; variety in spool sound behaviour
- FIXED: Packs sound mixing toned down to be less overpowering
- FIXED: CTR TK feed sound fixed
- FIXED: Engine initial start and light-off aft volume bump
- FIXED: Engine external rumble on start bump
- FIXED: Engine whine level dropped during takeoff roll
- FIXED: Higher N1 ranges fade out less quickly
