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MSFS Dornier Do 335 (Pfeil) and (Ameisenbär)

Unveiling a comprehensive addition to the Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) 2020, the Dornier Do 335, in both its iconic Pfeil and trainer Ameisenbär variants, offers a unique blend of historical aviation and modern flight simulation experience. Let's delve into the technicalities and enhancement...

4 star rating 4/5 (2) 465 downloads Flight Simulator 2020 Compatible
  • Type:Complete with Base Model
  • File: msfs-do335-fsadni.zip
  • Size:588.18 MB
  • Scan: Clean (18d) Verified clean
  • Access:Freeware
  • Content:Everyone
Adam McEnroe

Expert Overview

This add-on seamlessly recreates the Dornier Do 335’s signature push-pull engine configuration within Microsoft Flight Simulator, delivering an exhilarating high-speed flight experience. By boosting its top speed from 180 to 260 knots and incorporating an authentic alarm system that warns against overspeed, the mod faithfully captures the fighter’s WWII-era performance. Both the Pfeil single-seater and the two-seat Ameisenbär trainer include refined flaps functionality and accurate naming, ensuring a polished look and feel in-game.

Pilots will appreciate how the mod balances historical fidelity with modern simulation standards, all while hinting at future updates such as improved camera angles and lighting enhancements. Having tested it extensively, I find it offers an immersive, technically rich journey into aviation history, perfect for flight sim enthusiasts seeking a distinctive piston-driven challenge in their virtual hangar.

This mod was installed, tested and reviewed by Adam McEnroe for Fly Away Simulation. Adam is an FS mod expert. Read his bio here.

Unveiling a comprehensive addition to the Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) 2020, the Dornier Do 335, in both its iconic Pfeil and trainer Ameisenbär variants, offers a unique blend of historical aviation and modern flight simulation experience. Let's delve into the technicalities and enhancements this freeware mod brings to your virtual skies.

Do 335 in flight in MSFS (2020 release) after installing this freeware add-on.Technical Overview

The Dornier Do 335 stands out with its push-pull configuration, a distinctive feature that sets it apart from other twin-engine designs. This layout, with one engine at the front and another at the rear, drastically reduces aerodynamic drag, lending to the aircraft's high-speed capabilities.

Enhancements and Features

  • Performance Tweaks: Originally maxing at 180 knots, the mod elevates the Do 335's speed capabilities to a formidable 260 knots, pushing the boundaries of its historical prowess.
  • Alarm System: A realistic alarm feature activates when exceeding 260 knots, reinforcing the importance of speed management in this high-performance aircraft.
  • Updated Flaps Mechanism: The single-seater Pfeil variant sees an enhancement in its flaps functionality, improving its aerodynamic control and realism.
  • CFG Title Edit: Both aircraft now appear accurately titled in-game, enhancing the user interface and selection experience.

Historical Context

As a heavy fighter developed by Dornier for WWII, the Do 335 was remarkable for its era. Its speed, attributed to its innovative engine layout, was unmatched by other piston-engined aircraft of the time. The two-seater trainer version, the Ameisenbär, mirrors this performance while offering a dual-pilot experience.

Future Updates

The developer hints at forthcoming enhancements, including potential improvements in camera functionality and lighting. These updates are poised to augment the realism and immersion for virtual pilots.

For enthusiasts of historical aircraft and fans of high-speed flight, the MSFS Dornier Do 335 mod offers an engaging and technically rich experience. Its unique design and enhanced features promise to bring a new level of authenticity and challenge to the Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 platform.

Installation

Simply extract the archive and copy the Dornier Do 335 Ameisenbär and Dornier DO335 Pfeil into your MSFS community folder.

Images & Screenshots

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A green World War II-era aircraft with extended landing gear flies over a forested area approaching a distant airport runway.A World War II-era fighter aircraft with a green mottled camouflage pattern flies above a landscape of towns, fields, and winding rivers.A green World War II-era military aircraft with German markings flies above a large airport and patchwork fields under a cloudy sky.A World War II-era military aircraft with a green mottled camouflage pattern and yellow number 12 flies above patchwork fields and rolling hills.A single-propeller military aircraft flies above patchwork fields and forests with a large airport and runways visible below.A vintage aircraft cockpit features numerous analog gauges, toggle switches, control yokes, and a scenic landscape visible through the windshield.A green military aircraft with German markings is parked on a runway under a cloudy sky, with airport buildings and hangars in the background.A twin-engine military aircraft with a mottled camouflage pattern flies over green fields and a small cluster of farm buildings.A camouflaged twin-seat military aircraft with the number 12 flies low over a helipad at a grassy airfield under scattered clouds.Two pilots wearing vintage flight gear sit in tandem cockpits of a camouflaged aircraft marked with the yellow number 12.A vintage aircraft cockpit features analog gauges, a gunsight, green metal framing, and a view of patchwork fields below.A vintage military aircraft with green camouflage flies above an airport apron, with dark storm clouds looming in the background.A World War II-era twin-engine jet with camouflage paint and extended landing gear flies above a rural landscape under scattered clouds.A green military aircraft with a German cross insignia and eagle emblem flies above a rural landscape with scattered buildings and fields.A green World War II-era twin-engine aircraft with German markings flies above a patchwork of fields and a large lake.A twin-seat, camouflaged World War II-era aircraft with radar antennae flies above a patchwork of fields and winding rivers at sunset.A twin-seat military aircraft with a yellow number 12 on its fuselage shows two crew members wearing flight gear and oxygen masks.A green World War II-era military aircraft marked with the number 335 flies over patchwork fields under a clear sky with the moon visible.A twin-engine military aircraft with radar antennas flies over patchwork fields at sunset, with a lit runway visible in the distance.A green World War II-era military aircraft with German markings flies above patchwork farmland under a clear sky with the sun low on the horizon.A single-engine military aircraft flies above patchwork farmland under a clear sky with the sun low on the horizon.A taildragger aircraft sits on a runway at sunrise with the sun low on the horizon and airport buildings in the distance.A twin-seat, camouflaged World War II-era aircraft with radar antennas and yellow number 12 is shown with its landing gear extended.
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About the Developer: Fsadni

This mod was developed by Fsadni.

Based in the heart of the UK, Fsadni stands as a pivotal figure in the MSFS 2020 modding community. With a keen eye for detail and a deep passion for aviation history, Fsadni specializes in crafting meticulously accurate mods of historic and vintage aircraft, particularly those from the wartime era. These creations not only enhance the realism in Microsoft Flight Simulator but also serve as a digital preservation of aviation heritage.

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Installation Instructions

Most of the freeware add-on aircraft and scenery packages in our file library come with easy installation instructions which you can read above in the file description. For further installation help, please see our Flight School for our full range of tutorials or view the README file contained within the download. If in doubt, you may also ask a question or view existing answers in our dedicated Q&A forum.

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ghostrider1956Fri, 22 Dec 2023 05:31:06 GMT

Keep it up. Handles well and looks realistic.

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