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Friday, May 12, 2008 |
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PMDG has released Service Pack 1.2 for the PMDG 747-400 for FS9, and Service Pack 2.10 for the PMDG 747-400 for FSX.
The service Packs can be downloaded here. |
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Changes for the PMDG 747-400 for Flight Simulator 2004 (FS9) |
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- GPWS Altitude callouts now heard irrespective of gear position
- Fuel entry box now editable by hand to enter values manually
- Improved engine spool inertial delta to improve autothrottle handling of high energy changes.
- Corrected flaw in outboard aileron lockout system logic.
- Improved LNAV propensity to correct XTRK errors.
- Improved LNAV handling of course tracking in various scenarios.
- Corrected logic for CWT L/R and STAB L/R pump switch PRESS lights.
- Corrected EGT Limit bar behavior during engine start.
- Corrected Fuel On index bar behavior during engine start.
- Corrected incorrect logic preventing VREF election for return to field prior to climb/cruise.
- PROG page opens to 1/3 correctly .
- Tightened autopilot roll logic to improve lateral tracking behavior in turbulence.
- XTRK error correctly populates rather than remaining blank.
- Updated EPR modeling on PW/RR engines to reflect more accurate values.
- PW/RR EPR less than 1.00 ram effect model based on dynamic pressure and throttle position.
- CLB thrust reduction now correctly senses flap lever position rather than flap angle.
- Modified EGT behavior during shutdown to incorporate more realistic temps/behaviors.
- PMDG Options "TCAS Show All Traffic" setting now ignores Above/N/Below switch in order to show all traffic. (Above/N/Below switch still functions correctly if "all traffic" is not selected.
- Corrected behavior of GPWS Gear Override Switch.
- Considerable changes to handling of soft constraints in VNAV climb/descent. (Should fix occasional problems with UNABLE NEXT ALT logic and calcualtion of ToD when the first waypoint after ToD is soft.
- Improved Direct-To maneuvering algorithm with LNAV engaged.
- Changed sequencing criteris for flyover-type waypoints to improve flyover performance
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Changes for the PMDG 747-400X Flight SimulatorX (FSX) |
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- Fixed Crash-To-Desktop when exiting from 747-400X Freighter version
- Significantly improved Save/Load state for saved flights / start situations
- Fixed case where ILS radio frequency did not reload after load saved state
- Fixed rare Crash-To-Desktop under certain CDU window resize scenario
- Fixed erroneous brake temp indication when SimConnect Brake Indication values
were erroneously returned for fractional brake pressure settings.
- Updated Virtual Cockpits to include a clickable TOGA hotspot on the MCP. (mouseover screw)
- Corrected right main landing gear brake assignment.
- Improved speedbrake logic to prevent accidental trip of autobrakes if FSX erroneously
- reads the spoiler handle as DOWN. (Handle DOWN will correctly disconnect autobrakes)
- Improved engine spool inertial delta to improve autothrottle handling of high energy changes.
- Corrected flaw in outboard aileron lockout system logic.
- Improved LNAV propensity to correct XTRK errors.
- Improved LNAV handling of course tracking in various scenarios.
- General cleanup of some animations in the VC (window shades, etc)
- Corrected static knob settings for Air Data, FMC, Flight Director knobs on F/O side of cockpit.
- Corrected logic for CWT L/R and STAB L/R pump switch PRESS lights.
- Corrected EGT Limit bar behavior during engine start.
- Corrected Fuel On index bar behavior during engine start.
- Corrected incorrect logic preventing VREF election for return to field prior to climb/cruise.
- PROG page opens to 1/3 correctly .
- Tightened autopilot roll logic to improve lateral tracking behavior in turbulence.
- XTRK error correctly populates rather than remaining blank.
- Corrected 400 Passenger model SPEC mapping texture.
- Updated EPR modeling on PW/RR engines to reflect more accurate values.
- PW/RR EPR less than 1.00 ram effect model based on dynamic pressure and throttle position.
- CLB thrust reduction now correctly senses flap lever position rather than flap angle.
- Modified EGT behavior during shutdown to incorporate more realistic temps/behaviors.
- PMDG Options "TCAS Show All Traffic" setting now ignores Above/N/Below switch in order to show
all traffic. (Above/N/Below switch still functions correctly if "all traffic" is not selected.)
- Corrected behavior of GPWS Gear Override Switch.
- Eliminated silly FSX tire vapor animations in rain/snow
- Changed the way FMS reads SID/STAR files to ensure soft constraints (A/B) are properly read.
- Considerable changes to handling of soft constraints in VNAV climb/descent. (Should fix occasional
problems with UNABLE NEXT ALT logic and calcualtion of ToD when the first waypoint after ToD is soft.)
- Improved Direct-To maneuvering algorithm with LNAV engaged.
- Changed sequencing criteria for flyover-type waypoints to improve flyover performance.
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Friday, May 16, 2008 |
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PMDG is pleased to announce the launch of the PMDG MD11 YouTube Channel featuring the PMDG MD11.
Here we will be posting videos showcasing the MD11 in action! Please drop by, enjoy the videos, and subscribe for notifications of future PMDG MD11 video additions!
You can find the PMDG MD11 YouTube Channel here. |
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Wednesday, January 23 |
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Information published by PC Pilot related to PMDG's half-off promotional program on the 400X went to press after the two-month long promotional program had already expired. PMDG regrets the inconvenience.
Customers who wish to be kept aprised of future promotional programs should elect to receive email from PMDG in their eCommerce account settings. |
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Sunday, October 28 |
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| Iit is a pleasure for PMDG to announce the release of its first airliner simulation for the new Flight Sim platform. Now, FSX users can enjoy our innovative and highly popular 747-400 series in a breath-taking visual environment. The product includes the passenger as well as cargo version. Previous owners of our FS2004 747-400 Queen of the Skies product are entitled to a 50% discount if it was purchased through PMDG eCommerce. The discount coupon is available through the PMDG Shop. |
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Friday, August 17 |
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| PMDG is pleased to announce NAVData's release of the latest AIRAC cycle that includes a complete set of procedures for our 737NG and 747-400 products. Richard Steffan of NAVData states that "the file contains over 2160 different airport and includes SIDs, STARs, IAPs (incl. missed approach procedures) and where available the gates." NAVData Homepage |
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Thursday, May 17 |
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Welcome to the PMDG Homepage!
As PMDG is close to releasing its first FSX product, it is entering a new era in its 8 year history and to celebrate this, we have launched a new look and webpage. The modern design reflects PMDG's continued commitment to professional flight simulation.
The webpage has been split into two sections: one is PMDG Simulations, which is all about our products for flight simulation, and the other is PMDG Company, which acts as a company portal to provide details on PMDG members, PMDG events, etc. |
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Thursday, May 17 |
The highly anticipated 747-400X for FSX has entered the beta testing phase and an approximate release date will be available shortly. Taking advantage of FSX' new features and capabilities, as well as the greatly improved performance provided by SP1, PMDG is looking foward to providing the avid jetliner enthusiast with their favorite 747-400 Passenger and Cargo simulation.
To visit the 747-400X Product Page, please click here. |
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Thursday, May 17 |
| PMDG and Angle of Attack Productions Announce Coorperation |
Angle of Attack Productions, in cooperation with the Precision Manuals Development Group, are pleased to announce the newest of their training products: Angle of Attack- Queen of the Skies Training.
For detailed information regarding the Angle of Attack-Queen of the Skies Training DVD, please visit AoA’s website here.
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