FS2004 / FSX (SP2/Acceleration compatible) SNECMA C-450 Coléoptère, complete package, with full moving parts, animations, custom panel and a full virtual cockpit. By Patrice Grange, February 2009.

The SNECMA C-450 Coléoptère was "tail-sitter" VTOL aircraft (Vertical Take Off and Landing) developed by the French Engine Manufacturer SNECMA in the 1950s. Using the concept of the "annular wing", it made its first flight on May 5th, 1959. Unfortunately, the test flights were stopped after an accident on 25 July 1959, even if the pilot was able to eject and to survive.

The model has full moving parts and animations, an original custom 2D panel (an original bitmap by me) and a full animated VC.

AS THE FLIGHT MODEL IS PARTICULARLY UNUSUAL ("TAILSITTER" FOR VERTICAL TAKE OFF AND LANDING, THEN A 90° ROTATION TO REACH THE CRUISE FLIGHT POSITION), PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE INSTRUCTIONS (DETAILED PDF INCLUDED), USING THE FLAPS AND GEAR CONTROLS A VERY SPECIAL WAY !!

Designed by Patrice Grange.

Contact patrice.grange@wanadoo.fr

This file is distributed as a Freeware. It must neither be sold nor used in any way to make money or profit.