FSX/FS2004 Stingray

An add-on file for Microsoft Flight Simulator X, the FSX Stingray by Stonair is a fantastic Civil Aircraft that pushes the limits of Flight Simulator. The Stingray comes with the option for custom gauges and is a wonderfully difficult plane to fly.

The software used in the building of the Stingray prototype was the work of Mike Stone, who created it purely for enjoyment purposes. The top speed is around Mach 4.7 - a speed best attained at an altitude around 70,000 feet.

This aircraft was also designed with Flight Simulator 2004 in mind and may or may not work with other versions. The top speed of the aircraft was intentionally made to be the maximum that Flight Simulator would allow, and as such the auto pilot is tuned down at high speeds and high altitude.

The controls at such high speeds are therefore very delicate and must be handled appropriately. Sharp adjustments to the pitch of the plane will likely cause pilot to ultimately lose control of the Stingray and plummet to the earth.

In the words of the designer, Mike Stone, at Mach 4.7, one must understand the value of anticipation. In other words, it is ultimately necessary to plan ahead for when you want to level the plane off, otherwise the Stingray will overshoot its desired altitude by several thousand feet.

Finally, the top speed at 70,000 feet results in a ground speed of approximately 2600 knots. If you want to get from New York to London in 90 minutes, look no further than the Stoneair Stingray.