FSX Lockheed Martin C-130J-30

Lockheed Martin C-130J-30. The C-130J is the newest version of the Hercules and the only model still in production. Externally similar to the classic Hercules in general appearance, the J model is a very different aircraft. These differences include new Rolls-Royce AE 2100 D3 turboprops with Dowty R391 composite scimitar propellers, digital avionics (including Head-Up Displays (HUDs) for each pilot) and reduced crew requirements, two pilots, one load master, and one crew chief. The C-130J flies faster, higher and further than all previous C-130 models. Full package for FSX/SP2 (DX9 graphics), custom 2D and VC panels with HUD and Garmin avionics. Custom sound, fully animated parts, realistic flight model. Four liveries included - USAF, USCG, RAF and U.S. Marines Blue Angels support aircraft. By Jean-Pierre Brisard and Bob May - Premier Aircraft Design.

PREMIER AIRCRAFT DESIGN

LOCKHEED MARTIN C-130J-30 FOR FSX/SP2
Aircraft, panel and sound package.
including dynamic VC with custom gauges.

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The Super Hercules transports 33 percent more payload, using half the crew, while burning less fuel and flying faster, farther and higher than its predecessors.

Faster: The C-130J is faster and climbs more quickly, offers 21% more speed. Time-to-climb is slashed by 50% over earlier model C-130s.
Higher: The C-130J flies higher, climbs over the weather and has a 40% greater cruising altitude than the C-130H.
Farther: The C-130J flies much farther with less fuel, provides up to 40% greater range than the C-130H.
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For more information look inside the MANUALS folder.

Cockpit check list and reference speeds on the FS kneeboard.

MAIN CREDITS

Model & Master Textures: Jean-Pierre Brisard
Panel design and XML gauge programming Jean-Pierre Brisard
Flight Dynamics Bob May
Livery Paint Bob May
Additional paint (Blue Angels livery) Markus Hellwig
Pushback/taxi speed gauge Rob Barendregt
Sound Folder Victor N Merculief Jr & Aaron Lestenkof
Garmin Avionics Don Kuhn
Gauges Doug Dawson
Gauges Davtron

We may have missed someone, so thanks to all freeware gauge designers who allow us to use their work.

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PACKAGE INSTALLATION:

Extract ALL (Repeat ...*ALL*) the files into the FSX MAIN Folder using
WINZIP in Classic Mode...Do not use the Wizard...
Make sure the "Use Folder names" BOX is checked in WINZIP.

(Other unzipper programs may work as well but we have not tried them)

New folders will be created and all files automatically installed.

Vista users may need to temporarily disable the UAC (User Account Control) to enable automatic creation of new folders.

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Here's how by the numbers...

1. Navigate to where you downloaded the zip file

2. Double click with your mouse on the zip file.

3. WINZIP should open and show all the files inside the zip.

4. Use keyboard shortcut 'CTRL-A' and this will select ALL the files.

5. Click on upper 'Extract' Button in the Main Tool Bar above.

6. Type in your path in the dialog box, the default location is C:\program files\microsoft games\microsoft flight simulator X
or Browse to your FSX Location...Open the FSX main folder.

7. Now Click on the 'Extract' button in the upper right.....you're done...go flying.

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QUICK OPERATING TIPS & KEYBOARD COMMANDS

*Check list and reference list available from the cockpit kneeboard command.

1. Turn on Tool Tips....Lots of panel information available.
(Go to Options - Settings - General....Click the "Show Tool Tips" box.)

2. SHIFT-E opens/closes the ramp. Opens to floor level in flight, fully open when on the ground.

3. SHIFT-E-2 opens/closes the side crew doors and airstair.

4. Head Up Display (HUD) opens with icon on the panel. Drag right hand edge with mouse to position for best viewing.

5. Wing Tank icon on the main panel shows/hides external wing tanks and, on the RAF model, also the in-flight refuelling probe.
NOTE: This is a visual effect only and has no affect on the fuel quantity or aircraft weight & performance.

6. To raise your seat higher press SHIFT-ENTER (VC only)

7. In the VC, Ctrl-W key toggles yoke on/off. There is also a yoke icon on the VC panel

8. The Garmin displays are blank when the model is initialized in FSX. Each display must be switched on individually.
Hover your mouse over the knob marked "C"

LAST, AND MOST IMPORTANT ... TO GET THE BEST FROM THE GARMIN AVIONICS AND THE PANEL READ THE DOCS IN THE MANUALS FOLDER
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MOVING AROUND IN THE COCKPIT
Quick Reference - VC EYEPOINT KEY COMMANDS :

Move eyepoint back into passenger cabin
CTRL+ENTER (press and hold)

Move Eyepoint Down
SHIFT+BACKSPACE

Move Eyepoint Forward
CTRL+BACKSPACE

Move Eyepoint Left
CTRL+SHIFT+BACKSPACE

Move Eyepoint Right
CTRL+SHIFT+ENTER

Move Eyepoint Up
SHIFT+ENTER

Reset Eyepoint
SPACE

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Premier Aircraft Design

Adam McEnroe

Adam McEnroe is a flight sim enthusiast who has been simming since the days of FS95. Adam writes all of the download section editorials after testing each of the files. Adam has extensive knowledge using various flight simulator packages and thoroughly tests the files before writing about them. Adam also like to fly real-world aircraft in his spare time and is training for his PPL.

Should you wish, you can contact Adam via email at adam@flyawaysimulation.com.

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