425: X-Plane FIP Gauges Updated

| Tom Tsui

The partly released X-Plane C172SP gauges have just been updated to version R2.  Apart from minor bug fixes, codes of gauges have been revised and optimized to better simulate the response on the aircraft.

In addition, the wet compass is split into two versions to allow users to choose to include or to exclude the OMI markers and NAV/GPS indicators.

Furthermore, the ADF gauge is now added to the list, which counts to 5 gauges in total.

Regarding the remaining six gauges for the X-Plane C172SP, Continue reading →

424: My Cockpit Rev #02 – Hold Short

| Tom Tsui

Even though many of the new hardware I ordered, such as the MFG Crosswind Rudders, are arriving these days, the progress of my rebuilding, unfortunately, has come to a halt due to the waiting for the outside racks.

Out of expectation, the same happens to my new computer installation as well even on the software side.

Nevertheless, I can’t help getting a grin on my face as the performance of it right out of the box is already double Continue reading →

423: My Cockpit Rev #01 – New Hardware

| Tom Tsui

Just received  the new computer solely for flight simulation today with some revisions to the spec listed in my last post originally.    The full spec now is:

  • CPU: Intel i7-6850K
  • Motherboard: Asus X99 Deluxe-II
  • RAM: Corsair 32GB Dominator 3200MHz DDR4
  • SSD: Samsung 960 EVO M.2 256GB for Windows System
  • CPU Cooler: Corsair Hydro Series H115i
  • Power Supply: Corsair AX1200i
  • Case: Corsair Graphite 760T
  • OS: Windows 10 Home

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422: Time to get Moving

| Tom Tsui

I’ve been talking about rebuilding my home cockpit and a computer dedicated to flight simulation…er… for quite a long time.   I really get moving now.

Followings are some of the gears I already purchased for the new cockpit. And in
general, it will be somewhat resemblance to what the guy ON THE GLIDESLOPE (OTG) does — a 3-monitor setup, one in the front and two on both sides.

But I am planning to use Continue reading →

Misc: Nothing about Flight Simulation

| Tom Tsui

I am a music lover since my very young age and had become an audiophile when I could afford to get some decent high-fidelity (hifi) equipment about 20 years ago.   This hasn’t changed much even after flightsimming has gained the number one position on top of my limited pastimes.

Do we audiophiles live for music or gear?  It’s a classic question and my answer is a definite both.

Whether you’re an audiophile and whether you agree with me or not, here’s a great BBC archive film produced in 1959 on this subject a friend sent to me a few days ago.  Continue reading →

Cockpit: Cor Radmaker (EHAM, Netherlands)

| Tom Tsui

Followings are the Cessna cockpit by Cor Radmaker in The Netherlands, who designed the panel himself.   The panel is made of metal, with flexible plywood and foam and imitation leather put together as the glare shield.

Edit:  Cor has submitted additional pictures for the building of his panel, plus drawing files to share with those who are interested.

Builder: Cor Rademaker
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
ICAO: EHAM – Amsterdam Schiphol

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421: Cockpit, cockpit

| Tom Tsui

A few days ago I received an email from Michael Basler who told me that he was scratching his head about the placement of the Generic PFD because, “You know, I have that X-Top panel with the sixpack where it belongs plus three additional FIPS at the right hand side…I just can’t map this onto my fixed X-Top panel.”

Just in case there are others who have similar bewilderment, here’s my suggestion to him that Continue reading →

420: Dual-Cue PFD Released

| Tom Tsui

The Dual-Cue version of the generic PFD is ready and is being sent to all who purchased the Single-Cue Version for free.

The free offer is valid until the end of Easter on 18th, the next Tuesday.

Then it will be sold separately or in bundle with the Single-Cue version. Continue reading →

Cockpit: Mario Cote (CCZ3, Canada)

| Tom Tsui

Followings are updated cockpit photos from Mario Cote in Canada Newfoundland after getting a new PCs and multiple screens.

Builder: Mario Cote
Location: Newfoundland, Canada
ICAO: CCZ3, Clarenville Airport


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