TukanFlightSim is gearing up to make their debut for the MSFS market with the impending release of their Ford Trimotor. The developer has been working on this aircraft since early 2021. The Ford Trimotor (“Tin Goose”) first flew in 1926 after its introduction a year prior and was a popular passenger aircraft, with 199 aircraft having been produced.
Interestingly TukanFlightSim’s Trimotor does not mark the first of this type to make its way to MSFS, after Microsoft released their (4-AT) Trimotor last year during FSExpo. However, there are notable differences, as TukanFlightSim’s Trimotor features the 5-AT variant with more powerful 420 horsepower Pratt & Whitney Wasp engines.
TukanFlightSim promises a detailed and intricate rendition of the vintage aircraft, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the “Golden Age of Aviation”. It features a detailed 3D model with high quality textures and other features to ensure visual fidelity. Beyond the looks though, TukanFlightSim’s Trimotor will also feature era-authentic cockpit instruments, as well as a classic radio for navigation and communication.
Although TukanFlightSim states that the Trimotor is coming to MSFS soon, the developer has not given any indication of how soon that exactly will be. We’ll keep you up-to-date on any news regarding this classic vintage aircraft.
Features
- Highly detailed exterior and interior 3d models and textures.
- Inspired on multiple versions for a faithful representation of this historic aircraft.
- Clean optimized geometry to increase detail based on visibility.
- Careful balance of geometry and textures for a great VR experience.
- Textures UV mapped to improve space use and reduce memory cost.
- Authentic cockpit with period instruments.
- Aged texturing to enhance immersion.
- PBR materials for realistic variation between different surfaces.
- Accurate Normal map UV mapping and texturing for a realistic corrugated metal.
- Careful placement of rivet decal strips to perfectly match corrugated metal shape.
- Classic Radio for communication and navigation.
- Passenger and cargo versions.
- Fully animated and interactive cockpit instruments.
- Fully rigged cables and elastic bands for perfect deformation when animated.
- Interior lighting includes independent instrument lights, red and white lighting.
