Airbus A330/A340 Family for FS2004
If, like many other flight simulation fans you are still using Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004, you might want some new blood added in to your experience. Thanks to the detail, control and style of the AFS-design crew you can finally add the Airbus A330/340 Family of aircraft into your flight simulation experience, adding something entirely fresh and engaging that transforms the entire prospect of flying with these models. Read more...
- Compatibility
- Microsoft Flight Simulator X 2004
- File size
- 50 MB
- Developer
- AFS-Design
Thanks to an incredible attention to detail and a precision that ensures flight dynamics and the overall control and format of the flight has been captured, this really does make it easier than ever to have the kind of flight that you would have been hoping for.
Without any further delays, then, spice up your FS2004 experience with this!
Key Features
In a bid to ensure you get the most authentic presence possible, this modification includes;
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Within this package, you will gain access to a completely re-worked and professionally managed internal and external model. Designed to carry the image of the aircraft it’s based on at all times, regardless of the model or livery selected, this model does a great job of progressing your aircrafts progression.
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External and internal models are added in, as well as the Virtual Cockpit being totally reworked and improved with ease. Also, you will have a friendly co-pilot sitting in the cockpit now to add another layer of realism and life to the flights you undertake.
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Animations are also added in which help to promote and improve the external model – with flaps, slats, spoilers and three cabin doors all made to look the best that they can. This is improved further by the addition of two hatches and an animated gear for the greatest animation possible.
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Extensive lighting effects of windows and also exterior lighting makes it easier than ever to enjoy the flight and have a clear and easy flight! The exterior lighting includes beacons, strobes, navigation, landing and taxi lighting to really capture your attention and make flights far less hazardous to fly through.
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The virtual cockpit has been through extensive change and improvement with pane lighting, window reflections and highly detailed minor additions to help bring the whole thing together in the most authentic manner. More importantly, though, the virtual cockpit has avionics for radio navigation included to help change the entire dynamic of the flight.
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The flight management computer has been included to help improve flight control, but the GPS systems are now included to help you improve flight accuracy. Avoid ending up in any kind of negative scenario or losing your bearings with the help of the GPS systems which are implemented.
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Make use of a solid engine thrust reverser which includes animations and authentic flight dynamics – this really does improve the control you have over your flights. This extra comfort when dictating the terms of your flight will ensure you can have a flight that really is by your terms.
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All models come with an ATC-ID sign have been included alongside exterior models to help you see the extra detail and class which has gone into the presentations side of things here.
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New textures are included for a specular shine and night lighting effect, making use of alpha tech for the finest possible output. 1024 x 1024 pixel textures are being used to help make the whole thing come together and provide a more illuminating and stylish format to the design
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Recorded sounds of the real Rolls Royce Trent 900 engine being used in the cockpit has been faithfully included.
Special Additions
A major part of any good aircraft today is the fact that it comes with a charming and effective range of tools to make controlling and managing the flight as easy as it possibly can be. To help you manage your aircraft, each model provided in here comes with a charming and effective range of additions which help to make FS2004 still feel relatively modern and upbeat. Some of the major changes included are in the cockpit – these include the following;
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Two major factors of any good and safe flight in a modern aircraft – the Primary Flight Display, and the Multi-Function Flight Display. These are vital to any flight going as well as it possibly should.
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These also come with a fully switchable set of EICAS displays, which can give you all the help that you need in making the displays work to your advantage in analyzing a flights potential outcome.
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Thanks to the major changes and improvements brought in by these features, you can make use of information on everything that you need to succeed. FUEL, ENGINE, DOORs and MAP features are all used in your EICAS displays for analysis.
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Centre consoles with an FMC are a huge benefit to your long-term improvement and change, with radio controls that come with transponders, trim wheels, throttle and engine control features all accessible to your when you decide to start moving forward.
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Upper panels with around 100 real and deposited switches are included which make a massive difference to your overall comprehension and control of your aircraft. If you are ever struggling to make full use of the cockpit, then all of these features are more than likely just what you need to do that!
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Seatbelt and no smoking signs are both included for another layer of authenticity. Both signs also come with that trademark acoustic sound that add to the atmosphere of the cockpit even more.
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Many of the most important features of a cockpit come from how you utilize your auto-pilot – and Airbus have you covered. They provide access to various features and additions that you can use to make the flight a bit simpler to manage, including ILD, FD, ALT, VS, HDG, NAV, SPeeD, Mach, Loc, Auto-throttle and QNH – each of these can be absolutely vital in helping you make the very most of your aircraft, helping you fly with far more precision and car than you may have in the past.
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Another major benefit of this aircraft mod comes from the 3D panels that use a 1024 x 1024 pixel texture set to make them look the best that they can. Likewise, 1280 X 720 pixel textures are included in the 2D panels to make it look pristine.
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However, that’s not all! This modification package also includes a fully operational Flight Management Computer. This will make a telling difference to how you manage and co-ordinate your flights, dictating how successful you’ll be by giving you access to;
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15 different menus that all have the varying information, details and analysis that you need to become a far more effective and progressive pilot moving forward. Everything in each menu will ensure that you are learning and continually improving flight information.
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Keep yourself on the right track with your aircraft by having access to miscellaneous flight parameters – this might not sound like much, but these gauges can play a massive use in your overall flight planning.
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The use of flight plans also help to that effect, ensuring that you can keep making progressive changes and moving forward with improved flight accuracy.
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Calculations of courses can be managed by using analogical winds, high level and aerodrome of destinations to bring the whole system together and give you a fresh, effective system to follow.
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You can also follow on to waypoints relatively easily by using the FMC as it greatly expands the way that you can follow waypoints, making sure you greatly minimize the risk of losing track of your destination or how to reach that location on the map.
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Coursegauge and auto pilot control has been added in, as well. This makes sure that your FMC can play a critical role in your overall flight progression and format.
Models Included
- AIRBUS A330 - 200
- AIRBUS A330 - 300
- AIRBUS A340 - 200
- AIRBUS A340 - 300
- AIRBUS A340 - 500
- AIRBUS A340 - 600
- Also includes the Airbus A330 cabin interior model
Liveries Included
- Industrie House A330-200/300 A340-200/300/500/600
- Air Berlin A330-300 A340-300
- Lufthansa A330-300 A340-300/500/600
- Swiss International A330-300 A340-300/500/600
- Air France A330-200 A340-200/500/600
- LAN Airlines A330-300 A340-300
- United Airlines A330-200 A340-200
- US Airways A330-300 A340-300
- China Airlines A330-300 A340-300
- British Airways A330-200 A340-300/500/600
- Qantas A330-300 A340-300/500/600
- Emirates Airline A330-300 A340-300/500/600
- Virgin Atlantic A330-300 A340-300/500/600
- Korean Air A330-200 A340-200
- Malaysia A330-200 A340-200
- Quatar Airways A330-200 A340-200
- Thai Tailand A330-200/300 A340-200/300/500/600
- Singapore Airlines A330-200 A340-200
- Ground paint A330-200 A340-200
- Repaint-textures A330-200/300 A340-200/300/500/600
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