Cessna C152 II for X-Plane

Adding yet more to the wide range of add-ons available for X-Plane, Carenado have produced another stunning package, this time of the Cessna 152. If you've been looking for a new general aviation aircraft to spend some quality time in, or just looking to get in some practice, you would have a hard time finding anything better; Carenado have done some really great things with this add-on. Made to be compatible with both 32 and 64 bit versions to ensure everyone can get the most out of it.

One of the best features in this package is the truly sensational exterior lighting effects. At night, the various lights including navigation lights, beacons and evening the landing lights, illuminate the body of the aircraft in such a way that chances are, you will only ever want to fly at night. Highlighting the well crafted and polygon optimized model, the lights are incredibly realistic and a massive boost to your visual experience. During the day, natural shines and reflections roll over the aircraft as you bank through clouds and interact with the simulated environment around you. The model is detailed to the point where you can clearly see panels and rivets, and no imperfections.

This aesthetic appeal of this American made two seater, with its fixed tricycle landing gear is played to very well with Carenado's unique liveries. Each of the four available liveries demonstrate striking colors and lines that accent the shape of the C152. As the nose of the aircraft can be glimpsed from inside the 3D modeled cockpit area, those liveries that add a splash of color to the nose allow you to stay connected to the external aspects of the aircraft, even while utilizing the cockpit views. The cockpit itself, has some very nice features. From panel lights that can be adjusted manually from dim to bright, and a host of moving parts that flesh out the interactivity of the cockpit experience. While stylish reflections can be found on the windows and gauges, adding realism and depth to the interior environment.

The fantastic visuals of Carenado's C152 are balanced by a realistic feel that has been achieved through careful tuning of the flight dynamics. For an aircraft that feels truly authentic with regards to both visuals, performance and handling, you need look no further. 

Released by flight sim developer Carenado is another one of their aircraft for X-Plane, the Cessna 152 II. This is just another aircraft you can add to your X-Plane hangar! The X-Plane models are just as detailed and feature packed as their FSX or FS2004 counterparts. With four different paints with maximum details and realistic textures, polygon optimized model and many more features, this add-on for X-Plane will not disappoint.

Includes

• Interactive virtual cockpit
• Full moving parts: Ailerons, elevators, rudders, flaps, rolling wheels
• Animated sections such as: doors, pilot and copilot’s window, ashtray, copilot seat, glove compartment, sun visor, fresh air control
• realistic lights: Navigation lights, beacons, landing lights
• 3D modeled pilot and cockpit area
• Real Propeller

Features

• Version 2.1
• pitot pressure chamber, antennas, chocks, pitot tube cover
• Realistic textures and original paint designs
• Custom panel and gauges
• Realistic light effects on gauges
• Nightlight effects on panel
• Full checklist
• Similar behavior compared to the real airplane
• Real weight and balance
• PDF document with information
• 1 person on board

Review

The exterior textures on this file are equally as good as the ones found on the Saratoga released last month, but what might not be too apparent is the exterior lighting. No awkwardly smeary port and starboard lights, no weird looking landing light, and a rotating beacon that does just that… and all these little things begin to add up to some really sweet music. - Xplane10