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The iniBuilds A380 Airliner comes with a number of liveries made by our in-house artists for you to faithfully re-create your preferred Airlines experience. These liveries are available for download via the iniManager directly into your sim's Community folder. IniManager - Installation & Setup New UsersDownload the latest version of iniManager from here. Log in using your iniBuilds Store account. Set your MSFS 2024 Community Packages Folder paths: a. Default Location: Press the 'Scan Now' button to run an automatic scan for the default Community folder path. b. Custom Location: Press the '...' button to manually navigate to your custom Community folder path. Done…

In MSFS 2024, 'Preflight Walkaround' is the default first phase of a flight when you start 'cold and dark' from a parking spot / ramp. Your pilot character spawns close to the currently selected aircraft, and it is possible to walk around and interact with various doors, panels and hatches. Exiting WalkaroundYou may exit the pre-flight walkaround at any time by clicking on the door handle or using the user-defined key bind for 'TAKE CONTROL OF CHARACTER' (Default: Shift+C). Control Settings - Keybind for Entering/Exiting 'Preflight' mode Walkaround InteractionsOn the iniBuilds A380 Airliner for MSFS 2024 there are a few doors, hatches or service door panels that open con…

On the iniBuilds A380 Airliner you can run Take-off and Landing Performance calculations directly on the On-board Information Terminal (OIT) via the T.O PERF and LDG PERF pages, accessible while it is in FLT OPS mode. (Click to enlarge image) ACCESSING PERFORMANCE PAGESFrom the OIT Side Console Switch, ensure you are in FLT OPS mode. Use the MENU drop-down at the top left corner of the screen to select either T.O PERF or LDG PERF. Use the tab bar at the bottom of the screen to switch between open pages. (Click to enlarge image) UNIT OPTIONSLocated in the bottom-left corner of both the T.O PERF and LDG PERF pages, the OPTIONS panel allows you to customize the unit of me…

Keep your aircraft in top condition between flights. The Maintenance page allows you to monitor and service key aircraft systems directly from the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) without leaving the flight deck. How to AccessOpen the EFB and navigate to Ground Operations. Select the Maintenance tab. (Click to enlarge image) Available Maintenance ActionsHydraulicsDisplays current hydraulic fluid quantity against MIN/MAX thresholds. Refill Hydraulic Fluid: Tops up the hydraulic reservoir to full. Engine OilDisplays oil quantity for each of the four engines against the minimum threshold. Refill Engine Oil: Tops up oil quantity across all engines. BatteriesDisplays charge perc…

The iniBuilds A380 Airliner allows for in-sim CPDLC connections for use with online networks such as Vatsim/IVAO as well as popular 3rd-party ATC programs via a connection to the HOPPIE network. These connections are seamlessly integrated into the Multi-Function Display (MFD) ATC Communications (ATC COM) pages and functions to allow users to conduct the following tasks: Request Digital ATIS (D-ATIS) or METAR Communicate with ATC via CPDLC Setup - EFBTo set up your connection: Open the EFB and navigate to Settings > 3rd Party. Enter your - Hoppie Callsign in the designated field (this is your Hoppie Logon Code) or - Say Intentions ID in the corresponding field. These f…

The iniBuilds A380 features two distinct onboard computer systems used for flight operations management: the OIT (Onboard Information Terminal) for FLT OPS functions, and the NSS AVNCS (Network Server System Avionics) for company communications and ground operations. This guide covers login, navigation, and operation of both systems. The use of these systems is entirely optional and not a pre-requisite to flight initialization. However the functions simulated add additional resources (e.g. Charts) and depth to the flight deck operational environment and flows. (Click to enlarge image) OIT ControlsOIT BRT Knob: Found on both the Captain and First Officer sides, this kno…

Changing the Display Refresh Rate on your iniBuilds A380 Airliner helps your simulator performance and stability by adjusting how frequently the aircraft's system displays and cursor update on CPU-limited systems. (Click to enlarge image) How to Change the Display Refresh RateNavigate to Settings: Select Settings from the home page Select the Simulation Page: From the left-hand sidebar, choose Simulation. Locate Display Refresh Rate: Find the Display Refresh Rate drop-down selector in the settings list. Choose Your Preferred Rate: Click the drop-down and select from the three available options: 20 FPS - CPU-limited systems experiencing stutters or frame drops, where maxi…

By popular demand, the iniBuilds A380 supports individual pop-out displays for the MFDs, EFB, and OIT screens. Each popped-out display remains fully interactive, allowing you to click, scroll, and operate them just as you would in the main cockpit view - perfect for multi-monitor or home cockpit setups. (Click to enlarge image) How to Pop-out a Screen?To pop out displays in MSFS 2024, hold the Right Alt key (or AltGr) and left-click directly on the center of any supported glass cockpit screen. (Click to enlarge image) The instrument opens in a separate, movable window that you can drag to a second monitor or resize. (Click to enlarge image)

Customize your A380 to match your preferred operator configuration, from software batch selection to optional hardware equipment and airframe variations. All of these settings can be found on the EFB. How to AccessOpen the EFB home page. Select Settings. Choose the Aircraft tab from the left-hand sidebar. (Click to enlarge image) Equipment OptionsVSD Plan ModeToggle to enable or disable Vertical Situation Display Plan Mode functionality when the ND is in Plan Mode. (Click to enlarge image) Software BatchSelect between BATCH 2 or BATCH 7 software standards to match your preferred operator or era-specific configuration. Each configuration changes more than a handful of l…

The iniBuilds A380 Airliner offers customizable GSX integration through the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB), enabling you to control and set the level of service automation provided by GSX. (Click to enlarge image) Pre-RequisitesDownload the official GSX profile here. Add your Simbrief User ID (numbers only) on the EFB 3rd Party Settings Page (Click to enlarge image) Add your Simbrief User ID (username) within the settings of GSX itself. (Click to enlarge image) Enable Remote Control Server within settings of GSX Itself. Note: this option is only available on the toolbar GSX Settings. It will not show on the EFB GSX settings. (Click to enlarge image) Setup - GSX Optio…

Fuel, Payload & Water Management (EFB)Before you fly, you must set your Passenger and Cargo Loads (PAYLOAD), Fuel Load (FUEL) and Potable Water load (WATER) via the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) - Ground Operations app on the Weight & Balance page. You can set these values manually or import them through SimBrief for Progressive (Real Time/Fast) or Instant loading onto the aircraft. Both methods are explained below. For loading with GSX, please refer to the 'How to - GSX Integration - Setup & Operation' page instead. (Click to enlarge image) (Click to enlarge image) Overview - Side PanelDedicated buttons and text fields on the side panel function as follows:…

Changing Weight Measurement Units (LBS / KGS) Note: Changing units clears FMS weights and affects VNAV. Switching units will clear all weight entries from the FMS and can affect VNAV performance. Only make this change while on the ground or when it's safe to do so. Select your preferred weight units on the EFB Simulation Settings page: METRIC: Kilograms (KG) IMPERIAL: Pounds (LBS) The selected units apply to: FMS and other aircraft systems EFB Weight & Balance EFB Flight Planner weights OIT Takeoff and Landing Performance (TO/LDG PERF) (Click to enlarge image)

The iniBuilds A380 supports direct SimBrief flight plan import into: FMS (INIT page): Load route, winds, and performance data. Onboard Information Terminal (OIT): View the full Operational Flight Plan (OFP), run Takeoff and Landing Performance calculations and view Charts. Electronic Flight Bag (EFB): Load fuel & payload and view the full OFP, Flight Information Summary and Charts. Follow the steps below to configure and use this feature. Setting Up SimBrief ImportEnsure your SimBrief Pilot ID is entered in the EFB: Navigate to SETTINGS > 3RD PARTY. Click on the SIMBRIEF USER ID text field. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter your Pilot ID (numbers only). (Cl…

The iniBuilds A380 Airliner EFB allows you to plan your entire flight, from departure to arrival, right from the cockpit using the EFB Flight Planner page. Accessing the Flight PlannerThe new planner has its own dedicated page which can be found on the EFB Flight Info section. (Click to enlarge image) Creating a SimBrief Flightplan via the PlannerIn order to create your flight plan, only the following fields are mandatory FROM* - Input your Departure airport's 4-letter ICAO code here (e.g. LPFR) TO* - Input your Arrival airport's 4-letter ICAO code here (e.g. EGLL) Then, press the GENERATE PLAN button to create a SimBrief Flightplan using the default "AUTO" values. …

The iniBuilds A380 features integrated Electronic Checklists accessible directly from the aircraft's avionics system. These will vary depending on the software batch chosen in the EFB Batch 2 - Earlier standard checklist format and procedures Batch 7- Updated checklist format with revised procedures and automation (sensed items) (Click to enlarge image) Batch 2 (Left) vs Batch 7 (Right) (Click to enlarge image) Accessing the Checklist MenuYou can access and display the checklist menu on the Engine Warning Display (EWD) at any time by pressing the Checklist Menu (C/L) pushbutton on the ECAM Control Panel (ECP) on the center pedestal. A blue box appears below the last c…

The Keyboard and Cursor Control Unit (KCCU) is part of the Control and Display System. They are directly connected to all the display units for normal operations and for reconfiguration purposes. There are two identical Keyboard and Cursor Control Units (KCCUs) on the pedestal: ‐ One KCCU for the Captain (CAPT) side FMS/ND ‐ One KCCU for the First Officer (F/O) side FMS/ND You can use the KCCUs to: ‐ Display the various FMS pages on the MFD ‐ Enter and modify data on the MFD FMS pages ‐ Perform some flight plan revisions on the ND. - Interact with the MAILBOX (Click to enlarge image) The important KCCU controls for the MFD are: (A) The ESC key Cancels the current fiel…

The iniBuilds A380 EFB and OIT Charts app support both sim default LIDO and Navigraph charts in MSFS 2024. Switch between the two via the EFB 3rd Party Settings page. (Click to enlarge image) CHANGING CHART PROVIDERSOpen Settings > 3rd Party Settings > Toggle USE NAVIGRAPH CHARTS between ON or OFF. ON = Navigraph Charts OFF = LIDO Charts (Click to enlarge image) Note: Use of Navigraph Charts requires an active Navigraph Ultimate subscription. CONNECT TO NAVIGRAPHI (Click to enlarge image) Complete the authentication process on the EFB 3rd Party Settings page by Scanning the shown QR Code, OR Pressing the OPEN BROWSER button to open your default web browser After y…

Before your first flight, you must set your preferred navigation database (Navdata) via the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) third-party settings page. (Click to enlarge image) Navdata OptionsOption Source Updates Notes Sim Default Microsoft (built-in) Automatic May conflict with scenery/3rd-party packages to cause - Missing or incomplete SIDs / STARs / Approaches - Outdated or misaligned runway data Navigraph External (subscription) Manual (via EFB 3rd Party Settings Page) Independent Changing Navdata SourceYou can swap between 'SIM DEFAULT' and 'NAVIGRAPH' navdata by simply clicking on its respective option from the dropdown. This can ONLY be done on the ground without t…

The Brake To Vacate (BTV) function optimizes the autobrake deceleration on landing in order to reach the selected runway exit point/ manually entered landing distance. The system takes into account the selected runway condition/braking action in its calculations. Once armed, the system works autonomously to delay braking in order to reduce brake wear, optimize the runway occupancy time (ROT) and improve passenger comfort. SETTING UP BTVIn order for BTV to function, it needs information such as your target stopping distance. This information can be provided by Runway and Runway Exit Selection on the On-board Airport Navigation System (OANS) on the ND. Note: This feature re…

The On-board Airport Navigation System (OANS) on the iniBuilds A380 Airliner provides an Airport Moving Map (AMM) directly on your Navigation Display (ND) and Multi-Function Display (MFD). It enhances situational awareness by displaying your real-time position, airport layout, runway hold points, and custom markers. The AMM is accessed by setting the ND Range Selector Knob to 'ZOOM' on the EFIS Control Panel while in ROSE NAV, ARC or PLAN modes. The Keyboard and Cursor Control Unit (KCCU) is used to interact with the airport navigation display. (Click to enlarge image) CONNECT TO NAVIGRAPHConnect your Navigraph account via the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) third-party set…

The iniBuilds A380 Airliner for FS2024 comes with both Rolls-Royce Trent 900 and Engine Alliance GP7200 engine variants that each have their own external geometry, sound profile, start and shutdown behaviour, spool dynamics, thrust response and relevant cockpit indications and system behaviour. Additionally, both engine variants can be paired with either a 4-class (Emirates-style) or 3-class (generic) passenger cabin. You can choose your preferred configuration to use with any compatible livery of your choice via the Aircraft Selection Menu. Changing Engine or Cabin Variants Open the Aircraft Selection Menu Find from the list or Search for the 'A380' Choose the 'A380-8…

SYSTEM OVERVIEW The Surveillance (SURV) system consists of the following system that perform surveillance functions: Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) Transponder (XPDR) Weather Radar (WXR) system Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS) This FAQ will cover the WXR and TAWS features of the SURV system. For TCAS, and XPDR systems, see the How to - Change Transponder / TCAS Modes via the Surveillance (SURV) MFD Page guide instead. SURV - CONTROLS AND INDICATORSThe SURV system functions can be controlled via SURV Panel on the Pedestal SURV Page on the on the MFD (Click to enlarge image) 1. SURV Panel on the PedestalFor the purpose of this guide, we are only inte…

The iniBuilds A380 Airliner comes with many variants - RR or EA Engines with Basic or Airliner Cabin. For ease of use, you can create custom camera configs (Cameras.cfg) on one variant, and then manually copy them over to other variants. Locate your Presets folder at the path listed below: There will be up to 4 folders. Your saved Camera config is stored in the '/config' folder within a variant. Copy the Cameras.cfg from the '/config' folder of your loaded variant to the to the desired variant's '/config' folder respectively.

Close the simulator if it is running. Navigate to your your FS24 WASM Folder: Delete all the contents of this folder. This folder and its contents will be re-generated next time you load into a flight with the aircraft.

The iniBuilds A380 Airliner for MSFS 2024 uses Web-Assembly Module (WASM) to run its code in the simulator environment. As with all other WASM aircraft, the simulator needs to compile the necessary WASM files on first launch. However it will be much faster to load on subsequent launches. In case your sim crashes or you exit to menu during this initial WASM compile, please see the guide below to clear your WASM folder and try again: