MSFS Aérospatiale SA 342 Gazelle

Introducing a meticulously crafted freeware mod for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, the MSFS Aérospatiale SA 342 Gazelle. This addition brings an authentic simulation experience of the renowned SA 342 Gazelle helicopter, renowned for its agility and performance. This mod reflects the helicopter’s real-world capabilities, providing a nuanced and immersive flight experience.

Key Features

• Authentic 3D model based on Cyril Pioffet's original design, offering a high level of detail and realism.
• Enhanced flight model, fine-tuned in collaboration with Siouxcopter, a real-life helicopter pilot, ensuring an authentic flight experience.
• Implementation of multiple load configurations, including HOT and MISTRAL, adjustable through the weight and balance menu for varied flight dynamics.
• Introduction of a functional Head-Up Display (HUD), enhancing situational awareness during flight.
• Regular updates and refinements to the exterior model, textures, and flight model, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Inclusion of a new cockpit design (work-in-progress) with the start of development on interactive buttons and gauges.
• Added night texture bug fix and new liveries, including a 4th RHFS texture from Pau.
• Comprehensive manual included for understanding and operating the complex systems and features.

About the Real-World Aérospatiale SA 342 Gazelle

The Aérospatiale SA 342 Gazelle is a light, five-seat helicopter, primarily used for light transport and attack missions. It's celebrated for its agility, speed, and the ability to handle a variety of missions. This flight sim mod captures the essence of the Gazelle's versatility and performance, making it an exciting addition for enthusiasts and virtual pilots.

Usage and Licensing

This add-on is strictly freeware. Users are encouraged to delve into the rich experience it offers, but redistribution or commercial use is not permitted. Always respect the creator's terms of use.

The MSFS Aérospatiale SA 342 Gazelle mod is a testament to the dedication of flight simulation enthusiasts. It not only enhances the MSFS 2020 experience but also pays homage to a remarkable real-world helicopter. The ongoing updates and improvements suggest a commitment to quality and realism that will undoubtedly enrich your virtual flying experience.

Installation

Simply extract the archive and copy the SA342_Gazelle_v0.85_NAYR8 folder into your MSFS community folder.  Starting with version 0.81, the necessity to download Airlandfs has been eliminated, streamlining the installation process.

About the Developer: fafa_2021

This mod was developed by fafa_2021.

An esteemed developer within the Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) 2020 community. Focused on modern military aircraft, fafa_2021 elevates flight simulation with precision-crafted mods. Operating from France, this developer skillfully converts legacy models from FS9 (FS2004) and FSX into immersive, high-quality enhancements.

fafa_2021 has generously granted Fly Away Simulation the privilege to showcase their mods, enriching our platform with top-tier flight simulation content. While currently without a donation link, any future options to support fafa_2021's work will be made available here.

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