Posted on Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:50:37 GMT by Ian Stephens
The C172 is a four-seat, single-engine, high-wing airplane,
capable of cruising at 131 knots. Original models shipped with 0-300,
145 horsepower, 6-cylinder engines. The Skyhawk is considered the
most popular flight training airplane in the world and is still being
produced today. More than 35,000 aircraft have been built.
Features
First professionally produced classic 172 (straight tail)
Now for FS 2004
Working, highly detailed virtual cockpit, GPS and localizer with
glideslope
Doors, windows and engine compartment open (for oil check)
Full 2D and 3D panels-IFR ready (day and night)
High resolution, photo-realistic textures (interior/exterior), red
dome light
Optimized for smooth frame rate
Realistic shadows, lighting and reflection mapping
Includes checklist and performance information
Available in 4 paint schemes
Real manual flaps handle
Click chart for map screen/mike button for ATC window
Animated key chain
Don't forget... We have a huge selection (over 24,000 files) of free mods and add-ons for MSFS, FSX, P3D & X-Plane in the file library. Files include aircraft, scenery, and utilities All are free-to-download and use - you don't even need to register. Browse on down to the file library here.
Ian Stephens is a flight simulation industry expert with over 20 years of experience and also has a keen interest in aviation and technology. Ian spends a lot of his time experimenting with various simulator packages but has a love for Microsoft Flight Simulator X because of the huge selection of add-ons available. However, Ian also has copies of Prepar3D and X-Plane installed.
Ian has been writing for Fly Away Simulation for over 9 years. Should you wish, you can contact Ian via email at ian.stephens@flyawaysimulation.com.
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