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    Take-off trim

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    Hi, 

    Thanks for your post. At heavy weights on the A310 slats only takeoff can be quite heavy. If you are regularly doing heavy take-offs please try using 15/15 or 15/20 this will give lighter rotation forces at higher weights. 

    Also, one thing to note, please make sure you have exactly the correct trim set as it can be very easy to leave the default trim setting of 1 UP in and this can give strange rotation forces. 

    Finally, make sure you load the aircraft first and then do the takeoff performance calculation otherwise the takeoff figures will be based on the default loaded weight. 

    Many thanks,


     

    iniManager v2.1.9 Released

    in iniManager Announcements

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    v2.1.9 of the iniManager has been released (For Windows & MacOS). This update contains general fixes & a lot of new features!

    This update will be downloaded automatically when you launch the app or you can manually download it here.

    v2.1.9
    Added sidebar entry for sale event system
    Fixed catalog banner scaling
    Toggle for owned products display in catalog
    Reduced number of inibuilds items on display on catalog homepage
    Some performance improvements with checkout
    Added "By IniBuilds"
    Added News section that pulls latest announcements from forum
    Reordered the sidebar
    Added fix for sale items

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    Announcing iniBuilds Ponta Delgada for Microsoft Flight Simulator & iniBuilds Summer Surprises!

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    Hello everyone, and we hope you have been enjoying the summer time!

    Today, we are thrilled to announce iniBuilds Ponta Delgada LPPD for Microsoft Flight Simulator! 🌴 🌊 Welcome to the Azores - your gateway to the mid-Atlantic!

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    Ponta Delgada - João Paulo II Airport named after Pope John Paul II, is an international airport located on the island of São Miguel, in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores. Situated 2 km (1.2 mi) west of the city centre of Ponta Delgada, it is the primary (and busiest) airport in the Azores.

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    At 2,497m long its the perfect airport for hops from Europe and the United States, with many large carriers flying to the island such as British Airways and United Airlines. The airport also serves as a base for Azores Airlines who fly to many destinations to North America and Europe such as Boston to Barcelona! The airport served nearly 2 million passengers, and is the perfect airport for those looking to fly somewhere in between the US and Europe!

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    At iniBuilds, we take pride in offering an exceptional level of detail and immersion, ensuring that every aspect of your virtual flying experience is as realistic as possible taking things to the next level. This scenery is no exception, with full interiors, POI's and much more for you to enjoy!

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    Get ready to be amazed by the array of cool features that bring this stunning location to life. Our commitment to realism is evident in the enhanced coastline cliffs that mirror the rugged beauty of Ponta Delgada's shores. 🌊 As you soar over the azure waters, you'll be captivated by the intricate custom statues and water features that dot the landscape, adding a touch of local charm to your flying experience. 🗿

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    Venture into the heart of the city, and you'll encounter the meticulously recreated Fort of São Brás, an architectural marvel that stands as a testament to the island's history. ⛪ Our dedication to authenticity extends to the enhanced port area and landside of the airport!

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    Get ready to explore this enchanting location like never before and experience the magic of Ponta Delgada in Microsoft Flight Simulator. 🪂🌄 We will be launching in the next few days, but in the meantime, I leave you with our official trailer for the product! 🥳

    Before we leave you, we have one more announcement to make which is our summer event - iniBuilds Summer Surprises! 🌞 🎉

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    Starting later this month, we have a week of fantastic deals and new product launches from scenery to aircraft & some new announcements with some fantastic new vendors from around the world! It's going to be a very exciting week, so be sure to follow us on our socials & join our Discord. 🥳

    Join our Discord: https://inib.uk/discord
    Check out our forum: https://forum.inibuilds.com/
    Facebook: https://facebook.com/iniBuilds
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/iniBuilds
    Instagram: https://instagram.com/inibuildsofficial

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    VDGS?

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    To clarify management position 🙂 We will commission a Nool VDGS profile. Please give some time and we will put it on the forum. 

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    Announcing iniBuilds Stansted EGSS for Microsoft Flight Simulator! - FSExpo Houston 2023

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    Hello everyone! 

    Thank you for all the support at FSExpo Houston 2023, and the iniBuilds A300-600 Airliner development update! 🙂

    As just showcased at FSExpo Houston 2023, we are thrilled to announce iniBuilds Stansted EGSS for Microsoft Flight Simulator! Get ready to experience the ultimate level of realism and immersion as you explore one of the busiest and most iconic airports in the United Kingdom! 

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    London Stansted serves over 160 destinations across Europe, Asia and Africa! Stansted is a base for a number of major European low-cost carriers. This includes being the largest base for low-cost airline Ryanair, with over 100 destinations served by the airline. As of 2022, it is the fourth-busiest airport in the United Kingdom after Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester.

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    At iniBuilds, we take pride in offering an exceptional level of detail and immersion, ensuring that every aspect of your virtual flying experience is as realistic as possible taking things to the next level. 

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    One of the standout features of our scenery is the incredible ground poly, meticulously crafted to reflect the real-life textures and markings of London Stansted Airport. From the tarmac to the taxiways, you'll find yourself navigating a highly accurate and visually stunning airport environment.

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    Step inside the terminals, and you'll discover detailed interiors that bring the bustling atmosphere of EGSS to life. Immerse yourself in the vibrant ambiance of passenger areas, complete with seating, signage, and the hustle and bustle of travelers going about their journeys. Our commitment to realism extends beyond the aircraft and runways, enveloping you in a truly authentic airport experience - and don't worry! The use of the iniManager tool will allow those users on less intensive PC's to use this scenery seamlessly by toggling the additional features off. 

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    What sets iniBuilds EGSS apart is our dedication to capturing the surrounding infrastructure. We have gone the extra mile to model train stations in and around the airport, ensuring that the virtual landscape is a faithful representation of its real-world counterpart. As you taxi or take off, you'll catch glimpses of these intricately crafted train stations, hotels, airport entrances and custom GSE adding a touch of authenticity and further enhancing the immersion of your flight experience.

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    From ground poly perfection to detailed interiors and meticulously modeled surroundings, iniBuilds Stansted EGSS for Microsoft Flight Simulator delivers a level of detail that will astound even the most discerning pilots. Prepare to be transported to the heart of London Stansted Airport, where every element has been carefully crafted to provide an unforgettable aviation adventure! 

    We will be launching before the end of the month and content creators will be showcasing this scenery this week! 🥳

    For now, we wrap up in true iniBuilds fashion with the official trailer! ❤️ Have a lovely weekend folks, and happy flying! 
     

     

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    iniBuilds A300-600 for Microsoft Flight Simulator Development Update - FSExpo Houston 2023!

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    Hello everyone, and we have some very exciting news for you today! 🥳

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    As announced back in November 2022 in our roadmap post, and teased last week on social media, we are ecstatic to showcase some of our work on the iniBuilds A300-600 Airliner for Microsoft Flight Simulator! 

    Those at FSExpo Houston 2023, will be experiencing this product first-hand in the 'iniBuilds Experience Planetarium' (follow our socials here to see this live!). However, we thought for those of you not attending, we would do our first official blog post on this fantastic product, providing you information on the work completed thus far, and some of the features you can expect.

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    The past few months has been spent on completely re-creating the exterior model of our flagship aircraft; taking the visual experience you can expect to the next level. The aircraft uses a combination of 8K and 4K PBR textures, providing a spectacular experience akin to the real life counterpart; realistic decals, wear & tear and dirt carefully placed across the aircraft. From accurate liveries to precise textures, you can expect an aircraft model that truly captures the essence of the iconic A300.

    Here are some images focused on some of the key areas.

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    This superb attention to detail transcends into the interior of the aircraft with a fully modelled cockpit & cargo interior that you can see below.

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    With our extensive range of cargo loads, you can embark on exhilarating journeys to various destinations, each offering unique opportunities. Picture yourself transporting an F1 car to a thrilling race in Bahrain or taking precious cargo for an important client. The iniBuilds A300-600 Airliner provides you with an ultimate airliner experience embarking on extraordinary adventures, where the sky is no longer the limit. 

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    But that's not all! We're also building something truly remarkable in the iniManager, taking your cargo hauling adventures to the next level. Our innovative tool will enhance your experience and become your trusted companion. But that deserves its own post, and once we have completed this element of the product, we will showcase this! 

    This leads in nicely to talk about the next steps for the iniBuilds A300-600 & what features are going to be included!

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    This is a true-to-life complex airliner, with hundreds of features but we outline some of the key features below:

    • Comprehensive systems simulation alongside an authentic flight-model in line with all iniBuilds airliner products. The A300 for Microsoft Flight Simulator will feature an incredibly realistic flight model, meticulously designed to replicate the handling, performance, and behavior of the real-life aircraft. Get ready to experience the thrill of flying the A300 as if you were in the captain's seat! 
    • Full ACARS/CPDLC simulation (including SimBrief) with the option for classic and modern pedestal options (like the X-Plane version)
    • Navigraph charts compatibility in a feature-rich EFB including comprehensive cargo operation simulation. 
    • Numerous realistic and fictional liveries for free via iniManager
    • Custom WWise sound set including authentic sound recordings from the real aircraft, dynamically balanced within a 3D environment. 
    • A fully modelled Freighter (release version) & passenger version (post-release) of the A300-600 airliner. The passenger version will include a fully modelled cabin. 

    I leave you with a final piece of content on the iniBuilds A300-600 airliner which is a teaser of the aircraft, that we showcased in the 'iniBuilds Experience' at FSExpo Houston 2023! 🙂

    We're thrilled about the progress we've made so far, and we can't wait to share the A300 with the Microsoft Flight Simulator community. Rest assured, our team is dedicated to delivering a high-quality aircraft that meets and exceeds your expectations.

    I am also pleased to announce that we will be developing the 'Epic' modification, for those seeking a retro-modern combi experience! How this will be structured alongside the modern product is currently unclear and as always, we appreciate your support and patience throughout this development journey. We'll continue to provide updates as we make further strides towards completion. 

    For those seeking an even more modern experience; do join our Discord and follow us on social media as work progresses on the 'iniBuilds secret project' will surely provide you with a modern long-haul airliner experience. 😉 We hope to make an official unveiling to the end of 2023! 

    Many thanks for reading & have a lovely rest of your weekend! To those of you attending FSExpo, please do drop by to the iniBuilds stand and say Hello! 👋

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    iniBuilds Official Liveries & FSExpo 2023 Houston!

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    Hello everyone!

    If you remember a few weeks ago we ran a livery competition. Today, I am super proud to announce that livery painter 'Jviation' was the winner and produced a fantastic set of renders and schemes for the iniBuilds brand.

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    These liveries are available in the following schemes and the following aircraft:


    To add to the release off our official company liveries we have produced our official iniBuilds FSExpo Houston 2023 trailer, and invite all of you to please come to the iniBuilds stand at the event and take part in the 'iniBuilds Experience' - we have something 'BIG' to show off, and can't wait to engage with you all in person.

    If you can't attend not to worry! Please do ensure you are following us on our social medias, to keep up to date with all our news & releases!
     

    Hope you all enjoy the trailer, and have a lovely weekend!
     

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    May Mayhem Day 6 - iniBuilds Airbus XP Updates - XP12

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    Hello everyone!

    We are super glad to be providing a fantastic offer on our X-Plane Airbus products as part of Day 6 of May Mayhem! Both the iniSimulations A300 and Beluga ST available for £9.99 GBP each for only 24 hrs for XP11.

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     We also have the pleasure of announcing the iniSimulations A300-600R(F) & the iniSimulations Beluga ST are going to be provided with beta compatibility for X-Plane 12!

    These planes now have updates available via the iniManager to allow customers to have these aircraft functional in X-Plane 12 for free!

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    Changelog:

    A300 & Beluga ST XP12:

    Flight model:
    •    Adjusted aerofoils to better reflect supercritical aerofoils MCRIT.  Fuse body area rule adjusted on A300 F and PAX to reduce drag and better reflect performance.
    •    Weight and balance system changed to new XP12 payload system. This allows for better CG in A300 PAX and F along with payloads that now dynamically adjust vertically for the Beluga ST
    •    Adjust engine performance to better reflect thrust output during climb and CRZ phase in XP12
    •    Adjust drag profile of A300 PAX and F to better reflect flag drag.
    •    Adjusted Beluga ST fuel burn profile using XP12s more fine FF adjustments
    •    Adjusted empty weight CG position for A300F PAX and Beluga

    Systems: 
    •    Change flap system to work in XP12 for A300 and Beluga 
    •    Custom fuel flow adjusted to work in XP12 for the A300 and Beluga
    •    Change EFB CG slider to work with XP 12 weight and balance.
    •    Adjusted start times to work with XP12 engine model. 
    •    Updated Airac reading to work with XP12. 

    Art/ lights:
    •    Updated A300 and Beluga to use XP12 lights in both the flight deck and exterior.
    •    Adjusted elements of flight deck to work better in XP12s lighting environment.

    We have also pushed small updates to the BelugaST adding back in some cargo options (for both X-Plane 11 & X-Plane 12).

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    Some known things to be aware about:
    - Due to weather system changes in XP12, the METAR/ATIS request functions will no longer work. 
    - Upon first load you may receive an error prompt regarding sounds. Dismiss this, and activate the aircraft and reload the sim. The error message will no longer appear. 
    - Due to the significant changes in the lighting system, lights will look different to XP11. 
    - Please note Mac&Linux testing has not been conducted on the XP12 updates. 
    - More issues may be present, but this is an open beta, and there are no current timelines in place to resolve items (Please bear this in mind!). 

    We hope you enjoy this sale, and the XP12 compatibility! Please do remember to fully re-load XP after activation. 

    Please note the A310 is no longer on sale, and will not be receiving XP12 compatibility. 
     

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    iniBuilds EFB Feedback

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    Thanks... the reason for those quick functions of sending between EFB and FMS is that in XP both FMS and EFB is written in the same programme. In MSFS its two different coders, and there are limitations in sending HTML requests to the WASM API... we will do what we can though, and trust me it would be great to get that automation back in! 

    8 minutes ago, Skynut55 said:

    Here are my thoughts on the ini EFB's

    I am going to compare the Last XP efb from the A300v2 to the Microsoft A310

    Both EFB's have excellent ground handling pages that are easy to use and also great general weather pages.

    However I think the MSFS A310 iteration falls flat with its performance calculator and weight & balance page. The XP efb had a great flow. Load sheet -> Set Weights -> Send to T.O Perf -> directs to T.O Perf Page -> complete T.O Performance. This was an excellent way to get a lot of the behind the cockpit work done. The T.O. Perf page itself was also incredibly intuitive. All the weights were set from the previous load sheet page and all the user had to do was set departure airport and pull metar. This is where I think the MSFS A310 is the most disappointing. Weights needed to be reentered, grab the metar (if the refresh metar feature didnt break, sometimes it lingers on old airports when full reset isnt pressed) and also runway data (length/heading) had to be entered manually or through a hidden autofill feature. Feel like this was a big fall compared to the XP user experience in that regard. 

    The MSFS A310 UI itself is actually really good to look at and navigate, the front end did a really good job designing it. I just hope some of the backend design choices can take a page from the XP version. I will counter and say there could have been some limitations due to trying to make it compatible on serval different platforms but I hope with the coming A300F a lot of the features that made the XP version so good can be reimplemented in the future. Like weights being sent to other pages, perf sent to FMS, etc and I really look forward to the next EFB to come to the ini family!

     

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    iniBuilds EFB Feedback

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    Hey guys,

    As we make more fantastic products for you all, we want to ask you for your feedback on our EFB's...

    What do you like?
    What do you not like?
    What features would you like to see within them..

    Many thanks

    iniBuilds Aircraft team ❤️ 

    iBlueYonder Dallas Love Field (KDAL) Releasing Monday 3 April!

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    Hello everyone,

    We are pleased to announce our partner iBlueYonder will be releasing Dallas Love Field (KDAL) on Monday 3 April. 

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    Dallas Love Field (KDAL) is located 6 miles north of downtown Dallas and is the home airport and HQ of Southwest Airlines – perfect for your 737 operations within Microsoft Flight Simulator!

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    Features List:

    • Dallas cityscape, including many notable downtown landmarks and helipads
    • Accurate, current rendition of Dallas Love Field
    • Ground textures and airport layout that are much more up-to-date than default
    • Terminal interior modeling
    • Hand-crafted and placed airport signage
    • Custom night lighting
    • Custom runway approach lighting
    • Includes Southwest Airlines operations center, HQ, and maintenance facility
    • Many immersive details, such as sculptures, fountain, and JFK memorial plaque
       

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    We attach some pictures from the final product above, and leave you with the trailer here:


     

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    Announcing iniBuilds New York-JFK International Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator!

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    6 minutes ago, FlightZ5 said:

    How about PAX walking throughout the terminal. The product looks awesome but without PAX filling the space it lacks that finishing touch. I own all your MSFS airports... Adding Animated Pax is all 5that is missing.

    I certainly think this would be a good addition for our smaller sceneries, but might not be best for the bigger ones. But we will certainly note down this feedback 😄 

    Announcing iniBuilds New York-JFK International Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator!

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    Hello everyone!

    From the title you can tell this is going to be a very exciting post!

    Welcome to New York! 🏙️🥳

    We are super super excited to announce our next mega-hub: iniBuilds New York-JFK International Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator! 

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    New York-JFK is the main international airport serving New York City, and is the busiest international air passenger gateway to North America. With five active terminals, containing over 130 gates, you will be able to fly airlines (both cargo and commercial) from all across the world to this mega-hub! 😉 

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    As with most mega-hubs in the USA, JFK is also under construction over the next ten years or so... but rest assured, as we have committed to with LAX and all our airports, you can expect updates post-release, to address these as the IRL counterparts complete significant milestones in their production. 🚧

    To kick this announcement post off you can watch the trailer here 🥳 : 


    Features list:

    Hand crafted ground poly, textures with crisp, bespoke texture sets (Runways, aprons, paths, roads)
    True-to-life airport land side recreation with custom ground decals, signposts, vegetation, parking barriers and more
    Accurately modelled and positioned dynamic airport lighting
    Highly detailed models of all airport buildings, objects and surroundings
    Bespoke taxi signage as it is in the real world
    Up to date airport layout reflecting the current, real-world location
    Custom built jetways with realistic variations using PBR texturing and animations, including gate number toppers
    Fully animated JFK AirTrain between each terminals
    Accurate representation of the famous Canarsie approach
    Level of Detail (LOD) optimisation for every model to encourage the best performance possible
    Use of the latest MSFS SDK features to allow for the best optimisation and performance possible
    Custom static aircraft
    Full iniManager compatibility to configure your scenery for the best possible performance for your system 


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    You can see the full features list above, but in this announcement post, we would like to take you through some of the hero pieces within the airport. Starting off with the infamous TWA Hotel! Orginally the TWA Flight Center Building, this $265 million hotel has been beautifully recreated within the simulator, with its intricate details in the interior including the 10,000 square foot observation deck with an infinity pool! Of course, including the Constellation aircraft in the landmark TWA colours resting in the courtyard of the hotel.

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    A subtle but super important detail for us is the use of over 10 custom jetway types across the airport. We feel focusing on critical details like these, is what makes your experience at our airports immersive, and at JFK we have done just that. Over the 130 different gate types, you will find many different types of custom jetways in different configurations and schemes! 

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    We have fully modelled and animated the AirTrain JFK train system, including interiors of the stations! Construction of the AirTrain JFK system began in 1998, and is the airport's dedicated rail network with stops at each passenger terminal - a fundamental piece to the airport and its operation! A great way to explore your newly purchased upcoming iniBuilds scenery! 😉 🚋

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    As with all iniBuilds sceneries, we make great efforts to re-create all aspects of the airport, and you can see above some fantastic landside details, providing an immersive experience in all areas of your product!

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    We leave you with some more images of the product, and hope you are excited as we are for this one!

    We are currently testing the scenery, and in the next week or so, you should see media taking a look at this scenery first hand, followed by release! 

    Please let us know your comments here what you think, and hope you have a fantastic rest of your week! 🙂 🎈

    Many thanks!
    iniBuilds Team ❤️ 

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    iniBuilds P-40F & BF108 Updates and plan for the next few weeks ;)

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    Hello all,

    I hope you are all well. We have some exciting updates on our small planes aircraft development following the P-40F and BF108 releases.

    One of the biggest feedback points has been autopilots, and we have added numerous functionality to both planes for those wanting a more modern experience when flying these aircraft.

    We have made a video demoing these updates and new features in both aircraft! 🔥 ✈️

    The full changelog for both aircraft can be seen below:

    Bf-108 v1.0.2 Changelog
    GMC305 Autopilot control panel added
    EFB map page autopilot status panel added
    Flight manual updated for new features
    Fixed gauge set option in EFB that was reversed with last patch

    P-40F v1.0.6 Changelog 
    GTX330 Transponder panel added
    KX155 Radio panel added
    EFB Radio/XPDR page removed
    EFB map page autopilot pop-up control panel added
    EFB map page autopilot status panel added
    Flight manual updated for new features
    Fixed cowlings showing off on multiplayer aircraft 

    These updates will be out in the next 24 hrs on iniStore (via iniManager) and SimMarket. Marketplace will take a few weeks. Do let us know what you think of these updates, and hope that you enjoy the enhanced support these aircraft are receiving. 🥳

    We have some exciting few weeks coming up at iniBuilds, updating you all on the iniBuilds A300 for Microsoft Flight Simulator, including some scenery action 🍎😉 , where all your flight sim dreams are made of! 😉 

    Have an awesome weekend 🥳

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