PMDG has shared a fairly big update on their forums, including new product updates, sending the 777 to the in-sim Marketplace for ingestion, and much more. We have summarised it down below.
PMDG 777-300ER for MSFS Update
A new update just dropped for the PMDG 777-300ER for MSFS that improves stability, performance, and a bunch of other areas. New QR codes have been added to make finding 777 documentation easier, and now you can update your navdata from Navigraph (providing you have a subscription) via the Universal Flight Tablet.
The full changelog is down below.
PMDG 777F for MSFS Making Progress
The next big ticket item on the list was the fact that the 777F is currently the focus for the development team. Robert says that they are in the process of setting its ‘go-to-beta’ date and that we will be informed once it has made its way into the beta testing process. Robbert says that they anticipate it will be a “pretty quick process”.
At the same time, the team is also figuring out whether they will do the 77L or the 777-200ER after the 77F.
777 Coming to Marketplace Soon
The PMDG 777-300ER has been pushed into the in-sim Marketplace system for evaluation by the marketplace team. PMDG is estimating the process will take 2-4 weeks, but could happen quicker or slower depending on the ingestion process. However, it’s good to note that the plane has been submitted for both PC and Xbox owners as a dual release, so no massive wait for those looking to enjoy the 777 on consoles.
PMDG 737 and DC-6 for MSFS Updates
A number of updates for PMDG’s Microsoft aircraft fleet have been pushed to the Ops Center and also the in-sim Marketplace. Most of these fixes and changes were the result of improvements or bug fixing during the 777 development cycle. As for the DC-6, some cleanup of the panel and gauges has resulted in enhanced readability for the plane.
PMDG 747 First Details
It was confirmed that the 747 for MDFD started its development back in January and is “progressing apace”. Robert says that the 747 is traditionally PMDG’s flagship product and we should expect some “unexpected and very exciting things” for the product.
It could be a while before we see any progress on the 747 for MSFS, but it’s exciting to know that work has already been happening behind the scenes for the past 6-months.
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That sums up everything from the latest post, but be sure to keep tuned to FSElite for more when we get it.
PMDG 777 for MSFS – 2.00.0039 Changelog
- 14434: [FMS/AFDS – VNAV] ALTN Page rapid and modulated update scheme with frame rate OPT (emvaos)
- 14455: [FMS/AFDS – LNAV] RTE offset entry bank limit reduction (emvaos)
- 14483: [External Model – Liveries] Incorrect SELCAL code displayed on G-STBC (psterling)
- 14526: [FMS – Functionality Problems (General)] Updated forced turn direction algorithm for HDG SEL mode (emvaos)
- 14551: [Virtual Cockpit – Geometry/Textures] Gap between PFD and ND (vscimone)
- 14552: [FMS/AFDS – LNAV] Handling arc intercept via TF waypoint on arc TNCC/11 AMIPU1
- 14566: [FMS/AFDS – VNAV] CLB SPD Limit Handling (emvaos)
- 14567: [External Model – Liveries] BA Livery – Incorrect spelling of the Callsign in the aircraft.cfg file (psterling)
- 14318: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] A/P disconnect with 2 Press UNSILENCED not responding correctly. (emvaos)
- 14576: [Systems – IRUs/Navigation Controls] ADIRU Drift error at very low speeds or stationary on ground (emvaos)
- 14564: [External Model – Geometry] No Electronics Sign on cabin (jbrown)
- 14286: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] External wind ‘whistle/howl’ noise head in flight deck during cruise. > Adjustments are made to the volume (jdoorman)
- 14275: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] Loud and annoying wind sound with jetway connected > Adjustments are made to the volume (jdoorman)
- 14548: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] Windowshade sound not audible > Volume adjustments made to make them more noticeable (jdoorman)
- 14383: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] Wind sound in the flight deck with 1L Door open > Adjustments are made to the volume (jdoorman)
- 14563: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] APU sound in cabin > Volume adjusted to remove the high pitch (jdoorman)
- 14569: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] Engine Buzz too loud on cruise > Adjustments are made to the volume. (jdoorman)
- 14582: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] Engine sound volume in relation to Altitude and Speed > Added both the ALTITUDE and TAS for the engines (jdoorman)
- 14587: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] Fuel Pump Sounds Missing > Volume fixed for the outside and added the inside sounds (jdoorman)
- 14571: [External Model – Geometry] Releasing stairs 2L opens invisible door in MSFS (hvanrensburg)
- 14512: [Systems – Lighting – VC/2D] Aft Galley lighting inop (jbrown)
- 14518: [FMS – Route/Legs Pages] Severe FPS Loss related to ND in COmbo with Fixes (ETOPS Entries) (abashkatov)
- 14509: [Main Panel – ND] Etops Range Rings cause massive performance slowdown (abashkatov)
- 13384: [Systems – Air Conditioning/Heating] Overpressure relief inop at 9.42 psi (rsrandazzo)
- 14490: [Systems – Pressurization] over pressure remote ambient pressure sense port failing to dump cabin pressure at 8.95psi. (rsrandazzo)
- 14591: [General – Unsure] curtains near 00002 and 00003 doors Clipping wall (jbrown)
- 14574: [External Model – Geometry] Closed Cabin curtains missing backside (jbrown)
- 14418: [Virtual Cockpit – Geometry/Textures] Mesh holes in wiper hub edges (jbrown)
- 14592: [External Model – Geometry] outboard flap fairings top seals next to flaperons are clipping through flap panel (jbrown)
- 14581: [External Model – Geometry] GE90 intake and fan textures need improvment (jbrown)
- 14561: [External Model – Geometry] APU exhaust blur effect timing is off (jbrown)
- 14371: [External Model – Geometry] Strobe lights appearing dim during day and when zoomed out (jbrown)
- 14389: [Systems – Wheels & Brakes] Tire wear persistence per airframe is not working properly. (rsrandazzo)
- 14601: [Systems – Pressurization] Tailskid needs to provide greater protection from hull breach in event of a tail strike. (rsrandazzo)
- 14570: [Virtual Cockpit – Geometry/Textures] Glareshield goes beyond fuselage (vscimone)
- 14602: [Virtual Cockpit – Geometry/Textures] Windscreen sunvisor angle change to improve view in VR (vscimone)
- 14578: [Virtual Cockpit – Functionality/Click-Spots] VOR/ADF switch not operational with Mouse wheel (hvanrensburg)
- 14597: [Virtual Cockpit – Geometry/Textures] Font size too small for some panel writing (vscimone)
- 14327: [General – Unsure] Fuel temperature not changing during refueling operations. (rsrandazzo)
- 14573: [Virtual Cockpit – Geometry/Textures] Texture issue on F/O ND bazel (vscimone)
- 14577: [Sounds – Internal/Cockpit] 777-300ER IN/HPA BARO knob – FO no click sound (hvanrensburg)
- 14556: [General – Unsure] Load/Save last engine oil fix (emvaos)