Do you find it awkward trying to fly the MSFS helicopters? Benchmark Avionics has announced the release of its night-equipped VFR 2D panel replacement for the default Bell 206. BAC tells us that "The panel features BAC's new GaugeInput™ technology which allows you to easily assign any key or joystick button to key controls without dependence on the limits of FS's in-game assignments.
This means you can now start your helicopter using your mouse, keyboard, or joystick even though using add-on controls which do not exist in the default aircraft. You can use real world procedures for the first time with the controls you want to use. With GaugeInput™ if you have rudder pedals and your primary joystick has a twist grip you can use it to adjust throttle! Start with your hands on your throttle and starter where they belong, not on the mouse (unless you prefer). The highly configurable panel features accurate simulation of detailed avionics with high quality artwork and fully functional mult-level lighting, including a functional caution dimmer. Move your instrument or photo-realistic annuciators anywhere you want to match your real world helicopter's panel. Quality, crisp instruments with extras like an altimeter that will display either hPascal or mbars at the click of your mouse. Full cockpit tooltips throughout to help you quickly learn the cockpit, or just get a reading easily if you enable them. No special configuration that prevents you from switching aircraft easily is required. With BAC SmartPanel™ technology, the presence or absence of the optional warning horn mute button kit will result in an accurate change in functionality of related systems and require changes in procedures. If you want to fly helicopters realistically, this is the panel for you. A VC and model are planned in the near future."
