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Royal Aircraft Factory SE5A

An SE5a entry shows one model with four visual variants and a panel with gauges; animations let pilot on/off through ctrl-W, and starting the aircraft uses ctrl-E due to a technical limitation. The release is freeware and unsupported.

: 29.98 MB
: 1.8K
: 8

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Douglas C-47 Dakota

The DC-3 becomes the C-47 Dakota, a military troop transport variant, shown in WW2-era woodland camo. Mark Rooks of RDG and Mary Moo credit the design, a folder named C-47 Dakota holds the files, and they exclude the DC-3 sound to reduce size.

: 10.21 MB
: 1.7K
: 5/5
: 1

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Fokker FVIIa

An Fokker F.VIIa bears markings for KLM, DDL (Danish Airlines), Balair and Swissair, reflecting its inter-war airliner heritage across several historic routes. Version 2.1, by Jens B. Kristensen, is tied to the image fviiav21.gif, documenting this F.VIIa's presentation.

: 18.45 MB
: 1.6K
: 4/5
: 4

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Luftwaffe DFS-230 Assault Glider

Five DFS230 gliders (types A, B and C) join a JU52 tow aircraft, images converted to DDS by Henry Rastouil and Ross McLennan. Types B and C carry drag chutes, and doors or canopy open via shift+E, while scenarios DFS230_00, DFS230_01, and DFS230_02 map Eben-Emael operations.

: 25.24 MB
: 1.5K

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1917 Zepplin Staaken R.VI

By James Banks, this Staaken R.VI variant arrives as a multi-res model with extensive keyframe animation and a virtual cockpit where control cables animate in the cockpit area. The craft carries an early bomb bay door design activated by spoiler, gauges based on scarce period references, used for night bombing raids on London, Staaken_RVI.zip included.

: 4.62 MB
: 1.5K
: 8

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Martin MB-2 Bomber

An MB-2 bomber model marks the first mass-produced design, shows a 1920 flight record, and remains in service until Keystone types replace it in the late 1920s. The cockpit follows a real photo with animated controls and a right-side pilot, gauges default, and the VC uses 3D switches with fuselage markings for Langley Field, DXT5.dds.

: 8.04 MB
: 1.4K
: 4/5
: 2

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P-40 Warhawk

David 'Tex' Hill's Curtiss P-40 Warhawk, tied to the AVG Flying Tigers, features a refreshed panel and revised flight dynamics. Tex Hill commands the Panda Bears' 2nd Squadron in March 1942, later earns induction into the U.S. Army and leads the 75th Fighter Squadron.

: 17.07 MB
: 1.4K
: 5/5
: 1

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Vought SBU-1

An authentic, acceleration-era model of the SBU-1, it includes cowl flaps, animated flight controls, and back-lit gauges for night operations. Three variants, serviceable on USS Lexington CV-2, USS Saratoga CV-3, and USS Ranger CV-4 arrive with textures in DXT5.dds and are credited to Paul Clawson.

: 2.36 MB
: 1.4K
: 5

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Updated Alphasim Freeware Arado Ar196

The freeware Arado Ar 196 uses the DXT3 format for its assets to preserve visual clarity, and the gauges operate fully. The model centers on the Ar 196 designation with a straightforward, compact presentation for enthusiasts.

: 1.15 MB
: 1.3K

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Boeing 314 Update

An update by Mike Stone enhances the Boeing 314 Clipper with a basic autopilot activated by the compass icon, requiring the original SB314.ZIP as a base. Bob Chicilo distributes the modification and notes the nav/GPS switch functions but does not illuminate to indicate GPS mode.

: 45.52 KB
: 1.3K
: 1

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SP-2 Acceleration Mitsubishi J2M3

Two paint schemes accompany the Mitsubishi J2M3 Raiden Type 21 (Jack), an Imperial Japanese Navy land-based interceptor; Tim Conrad credits the author, and the j2m3.cab file is listed for gauges, reflecting a two-variant presentation format.

: 33.63 MB
: 1.3K
: 3

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Junkers Ju52 IWC

Registration HB-HOS accompanies a Ju52 variant updated with a standard cockpit view and an option to convert to PICR operation. The model climbs and flies safely at 12,500 feet and offers full autopilot control including speed and Nav hold.

: 8.09 MB
: 1.3K
: 5/5

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Swiss Mosquito MKIV B-5

Swiss-captured DH98 Mosquito from World War II appears in this variant, carrying the atc ID DK296. The configuration includes a BMkIV_B-5 variation and UI details that reference DH98 Mosquito, with Aeroplane Heaven credited as the creator.

: 27.39 MB
: 1.3K

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US Navy Douglas SBD Dauntless

Two variants, EFM and IFM, reflect 41-S_9 from VS-41, USN, associated with USS Ranger during Operation Torch circa 1942. The entry is by Bruce Martin, and notes the SBD model carries the 41-S_9 designation across both variants.

: 17.09 MB
: 1.2K
: 2

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Consolidated Commodore

Derives from the PY-1 flying boat, the Commodore first flies in 1930. Pan American Airways buys several for U.S. East Coast to Caribbean routes, carrying 22 passengers, while the virtual cockpit, modeled on an early PBY Catalina, features working gauges and animated flight controls, with no 2D panel.

: 4.22 MB
: 1.2K
: 4/5
: 2

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P-38 Lightning "Fear The Reaper"

This model faithfully recreates Lockheed’s twin-boom fighter, preserving its distinctive silhouette and era-inspired cockpit presentation. Early production variants carry the designation P-38D, and Mel Mutter’s WWII-era cockpit panel adds period gauges, delivering an authentic flight-deck feel while maintaining a historically informed exterior concept.

: 13.72 MB
: 1.1K
: 1

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Short Hythe

Civil conversion of the Short Sunderland III, the Hythe enters service after BOAC and later Aquila Airways operate the type into the 1950s, with 22 aircraft converted for airline use in 1946. Jens B. Kristensen provides the model, panel, and virtual cockpit, while Hythe_V10.zip remains available for older simulators.

: 7.08 MB
: 1.1K
: 5/5
: 3

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The Last Sopwith Camel B6291

Original model by David Eckert, this Sopwith Camel carries tail number B6291 and served with Squadron 10 on the western front during World War I. Mark Rooks provides modifications and gauges, with a panel included.

: 7.85 MB
: 1.1K
: 1

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Corben Baby Ace With Spats

Craig Richardson depicts a faithful, freeware rendition of an early single-seat parasol-wing homebuilt, with wheel spats for a vintage silhouette. Steel-tube fuselage and fabric-covered wings are modeled, and Robert Kerr’s gauge set from Pete is integrated to recreate essential cockpit readouts in the simulated environment.

: 71.86 MB
: 1K
: 14

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Spitfire MK19 Seagreen

The Spitfire Pr XIX variant marks the last Spitfire in operational service, using a Mk XIV airframe and a Rolls-Royce Griffon 65 or 66 engine delivering 2375 hp. A Rotol five-bladed propeller drives a 452 mph ceiling, while a sea green color marks its appearance and Mark Rooks refines flight dynamics.

: 18.55 MB
: 1K
: 3/5
: 1