Piper_Cherokee_N7TRC1 was created using FSDS2.24 and uses standard MS gauges for high frame rate. My goal for this project was to create a very flyable plane with good cockpit viewability and easy to read VC gauges. A dynamic virtual cockpit, animated parts and a reflective blue metallic texture are implemented.

My thanks to Matt Watkins (pastyman_1999@hotmail.com) who made the initial .fsc model available as a starting point. (It can be found on www.simviation.com/adoptfsc.htm [FSDS Piper PA-28 Cherokee FSC]. For best visual, enable "Reflections" (Check Box) in OPTIONS | SETTINGS | DISPLAY | AIRCRAFT. The following keyboard commands will be useful:

1. To start the engine , if it is off: CTL + E
2. Landing Lights (toggle): CTL + L
3. Cabin light (toggle); Shift + L
4. Lights on/off (toggle): L
5. Cabin door open/close (toggle): Shift + E

There is no 2D panel, this is intended to be flown in DVC mode. I use Asus 3D, a Percision Flight Controls Cirrus II control panel and CH Pedals rudder pedals. Use the 2D panel for easier radio tuning (Shift + 2) and for the GPS (Shift +3). The mini-panel standard gauges are useful in the 2D mode as well (cycle views in 2D panel using the W key on the keyboard).

I would appreciate your feedback; Tom Conrad (Connie) conradtrtpa@juno.com