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by Dave Blake
Mon Oct 30, 2006 11:36 am
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: Microsoft's System Requirements for FSX
Replies: 1
Views: 2346

Microsoft's System Requirements for FSX

This is from the Microsoft Help and Support web page: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927286 Computer games push the limits of the computer's processing capabilities. Flight Simulator X is no different. A 3-D graphics card is required to run Flight Simulator X. The other minimum system requirements ...
by Dave Blake
Sun Oct 29, 2006 10:42 am
Forum: Announcements
Topic: SunAir Express Announces New Cargo Service
Replies: 2
Views: 5622

SunAir Express Announces New Cargo Service

TAMPA, Florida: October 29, 2006 /Newswire/ -- SunAir Express, the world’s first virtual airline, announced today it is launching cargo service in the Alaska region. These cargo flights use the new B737-700C aircraft which pilots can acquire from the SunAir Express File Library. There are over 30 ne...
by Dave Blake
Sat Oct 28, 2006 7:09 pm
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: I Have FSX - First Impressions
Replies: 13
Views: 11865

Dave: Have you been successful at getting AS6.5 to work with FS9 and FSX? Supposely, one doesn't have to install AS6.5 another time to work with FSX. One install works for both, with a minor tweak. I don't fully understand it yet and wondering if you have it working with both. All I did was upgrade...
by Dave Blake
Sun Oct 22, 2006 9:49 am
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: I Have FSX - First Impressions
Replies: 13
Views: 11865

Here's another FSX preformance Tweak web site:

http://www.fsstation.com/articles/fligh ... weaks.html
by Dave Blake
Sat Oct 21, 2006 3:53 pm
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: FSUIPC 4x for FSX is Released
Replies: 3
Views: 2952

I am also pleased to report that after installing FSUIPC 4.01 on FSX I was able to get FSACARS to work with FSX. FSACARS was able to recorded and send my test log to the POC without any problems. I did not have to do anything different with setting up FSACARS to work with FSX. I just started FSX the...
by Dave Blake
Mon Oct 16, 2006 7:26 pm
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: I Have FSX - First Impressions
Replies: 13
Views: 11865

[quote="Marty_Becker"]The performance tweaks are already starting to appear: I checked my hard drive after installing FSX and it definitely needed to be defragged. And that was after installing FSX to a newly formated drive all its own! I will have to go over more of the tips that are star...
by Dave Blake
Sun Oct 15, 2006 5:36 pm
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: FSUIPC 4x for FSX is Released
Replies: 3
Views: 2952

I am pleased to report that after installing FSUIPC 4.01 on FSX I was able to get Active Sky to work with FSX. But I understand Active Sky is planning on a new version down the road that is designed for FSX.

Looks like FSUIPC 4.01 is only for FSX, not FS9.
by Dave Blake
Sun Oct 15, 2006 12:02 pm
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: FSUIPC 4x for FSX is Released
Replies: 3
Views: 2952

FSUIPC 4x for FSX is Released

Peter Dowson NEW Full release of FSUIPC4 (incorporating WideFS7) for use with FSX was released October 14th 2006 (1.55 MB).

http://www.schiratti.com/dowson.html
by Dave Blake
Sun Oct 15, 2006 11:54 am
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: I Have FSX - First Impressions
Replies: 13
Views: 11865

Good news for Active Sky users. Looks like AS will be compatible with FSX.

Read this post for more info: http://forums.avsim.net/dcboard.php?az= ... 9243&page=
by Dave Blake
Sun Oct 15, 2006 11:49 am
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: I Have FSX - First Impressions
Replies: 13
Views: 11865

If you currently have FSNavigator it looks like the current version will NOT be compatible with FSX. I just read this post on the the FSNAv web site: http://www.fsnavigator.com/ FLIGHT SIMULATOR X 2006-10-12 The present version 4.7 of FSNavigator is for now the endpoint of a development that started...
by Dave Blake
Sun Oct 08, 2006 11:48 am
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: I Have FSX - First Impressions
Replies: 13
Views: 11865

So far no luck getting Active Sky to work with FSX. But from what I have read AS needs FSUIPC 4 to work and this has not been released yet by Pete Dowson. Here is a post from his support forum: http://forums.simflight.com/viewtopic.php?t=56252&sid=13ba30100e2feb50ea68ddad96357bb3 No luck getting...
by Dave Blake
Thu Oct 05, 2006 6:53 pm
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: I Have FSX - First Impressions
Replies: 13
Views: 11865

I've had a chance to do more testing with FSX. I am please to say that with some help from aircraft guru Dave Vega, we were able to get 2 SAX livery FS9 aircraft to load after adjusting the panel settings for missing panel graphics. Most likely the rest of the SAX FS9 aircraft should work with FSX. ...
by Dave Blake
Wed Oct 04, 2006 9:38 am
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: I Have FSX - First Impressions
Replies: 13
Views: 11865

I Have FSX - First Impressions

If you have FSX please post your own comments, too. Following a tip from a friend, last night I found FSX Deluxe and Standard versions on the shelf for sale at my local Best Buy store. I picked up the last copy of the Deluxe version (at list price $69.99) and high-tailed it home to install it. Firs...
by Dave Blake
Mon Oct 02, 2006 7:24 pm
Forum: Check Rides & Promotions
Topic: Nate Remynse Promoted to Type A320 Rating
Replies: 3
Views: 5086

Nate Remynse Promoted to Type A320 Rating

Captain Nate Remynse SAX747 has successfully passed a SunAir Express check ride and is now left seat rated for the A320. Please congratulate Captain Remynse on his achievement.

Well done Nate and keep 'em flying!
by Dave Blake
Mon Sep 11, 2006 10:55 am
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Which flight Sim Do You Use for SunAir Express Flights?
Replies: 0
Views: 3204

Which flight Sim Do You Use for SunAir Express Flights?

Just a poll to see which flight sim you are using to fly your SunAir Express flights with.
by Dave Blake
Thu Sep 07, 2006 4:47 pm
Forum: Frequently Asked Questions & Helpful Information
Topic: My First Across the Big Pond Flight
Replies: 5
Views: 4147

As suggested on the SAX flight plan route field, I used the web address listed and went to Route Finder. I then entered the departure and destination codes, set a target enroute altitude range, enabled NATS, then pressed Find Route and there is your route for your big pond crossing for today. NATS r...
by Dave Blake
Wed Sep 06, 2006 9:25 am
Forum: Announcements
Topic: SunAir Express Launches New Service: "Jim"
Replies: 2
Views: 4361

View the route map for the Jim flights here:
http://www.sunairexpress.com/map_jim.html


Download the BBJ in Jim livery from the SAX file library:
http://www.sunairexpress.com/files.html
by Dave Blake
Tue Sep 05, 2006 11:52 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: SunAir Express Launches New Service: "Jim"
Replies: 2
Views: 4361

SunAir Express Launches New Service: "Jim"

TAMPA, Florida: September 05, 2006 /Newswire/ -- SunAir Express, the world’s first virtual airline, announced today it is launching service with “ Jim ”, an all business class service between the U.S. and European markets. The U.S. / Europe cities served by Jim are: • Frankfurt / Newark • Frankfurt ...
by Dave Blake
Tue Aug 22, 2006 3:13 pm
Forum: Frequently Asked Questions & Helpful Information
Topic: How can I Make a Smooth Landing?
Replies: 12
Views: 35569

JohnnyT wrote:
"During flight test one MD-81 made a touch down with 900 ft/min and they lost the tail (broke behind the engines)."
The nose gear collapsed, too.
by Dave Blake
Sun Aug 13, 2006 10:45 am
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: Are you Ready for the FSX Free Demo?
Replies: 5
Views: 3937

And here is another link to a download site for the FSX demo without a signin:
http://www.flightsim.com/cgi/kds?$=main ... xframe.htm
by Dave Blake
Mon Jul 31, 2006 3:14 pm
Forum: SunAir Express Feedback
Topic: Comments or suggestions about SunAir Express
Replies: 14
Views: 25414

Re: Feed back

Secondly it is frustrating when you get to an airport on time and are penalized as a late arrival as a result of the ATC not spacing the aircraft properly and you are forced to go around once or twice........Other than that, great job with the airline!!! Jim Tilley... Jim, as you have found out, th...
by Dave Blake
Sat Jul 22, 2006 7:57 pm
Forum: Flight Simulator & Computer Tips, Problems & Questions
Topic: The Bloody Beginner's Guide to Realistic Flight Simulation
Replies: 0
Views: 12108

The Bloody Beginner's Guide to Realistic Flight Simulation

Looking for a great guide on how to make flight simulator on your PC look more realistic? Check out this excellent guide on http://www.avsim.com file name bbgrfs_217231.zip (A file search using The Bloody Beginner's Guide should locate the file) The PDF file is a guide on how to make flight simulati...
by Dave Blake
Wed Jul 19, 2006 9:14 pm
Forum: Frequently Asked Questions & Helpful Information
Topic: How do people fly 8-9 hr blocks?
Replies: 11
Views: 17544

Brian F. wrote:I saw a NM option to pause a certain distance, but it was greyed out. Maybe you have to be in the air to use it, I only tried on the ground I think.
The FSACARS Pause option will become active (not greyed out) after you start the log.
by Dave Blake
Mon Jul 17, 2006 6:56 pm
Forum: Frequently Asked Questions & Helpful Information
Topic: Is it really that bad to come in early?
Replies: 10
Views: 17865

You hit one of the reasons right on the nose, the gate is not open yet. One of the other reasons is the ATC scheduleing. ATC has to handle thousands of flights every day. They expect flights to be at a certain place to keep everything moving smoothly. If you show up early then that may mess up the A...
by Dave Blake
Sun Jul 16, 2006 6:09 pm
Forum: Flight Sim 2006 (FSX) and Add-ons
Topic: Info & Screenshots for MS Flight Simulator X (FS10)
Replies: 3
Views: 3211

Here's the latest video for FSX. It's about 3 minutes long. This one is pretty good.
http://www.projectmagenta.com/video/SharedSkies.wmv