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IRIS Flight Simulation Software is proud to announce the release of the
second IRIS Pro Series product range, the Pilatus PC-9!
Developed from the RAAF Pilot Manual for the PC-9/A flown by the Royal
Australian Air Force, this PC-9 product builds on the superb reputation forged
by our debut IRIS Pro Series Product, the T-6/A Texan II.
We have taken on board comments and wish list items provided by our customers on
what THEY would like to see from a Pro Series product, and with a lot of
feedback, a great deal of help and some very late nights, we believe we have a
product which leaves other Pro Series products standing!
Not only have the instruments and systems been faithfully modelled, we have also
implemented the use of droppable ordnance for those who like a bit of BANG for
your bucks... ;) In addition, we have added other new features such as
progressive icing and perishable aircrew. However these touches would be nothing
without a superb stable aircraft with which to work from. The IRIS Pro Series
product features crisp, clear textures rendered down from 2048x2048 pixel master
bitmaps to 1024x1024 bitmaps at 32 bit colour for Microsoft Flight Simulator
use. This provides a crisper and ultimately clearer texture than designing at
1024x1024 pixel originals and the quality does show.
The sound-set is an FSX custom sound-set by Chris Petersen at Turbine Sound
Studios and truly showcases the advanced audio capabilities of Microsoft Flight
Simulator X.
Flight modelling is of course a collaborative effort by Rick Piper, David Brice
and Pam Brooker, and together we've managed to come up with what many consider a
first class rendition of the PC-9 flight performance. We've even tested them
against real RAAF PC-9/A training videos! The general feedback so far is that
it's a superbly manoeuvrable aircraft which is a joy to fly for both beginner
and experienced pilots alike.
After providing the T-6 documentation in an on-line form, we have decided by
popular request to write a PDF manual for the PC-9 product. However at a massive
90 pages long it does cover every aspect you're likely to need to know on the
PC-9 and its operating procedures! We're confident that you'll be referring to
the manual on a regular basis as you learn to master the joy of the PC-9
trainer.
Still unsure? Why not take a look at some of the screenshots below or read some
feedback on the IRIS forums..
Product Features
- Numerous paintschemes in top quality 32 bit textures
- Backlit canopy gauges in a choice of three colours for accuate night-time
flying.
- Interactive Virtual Cockpit including a wide variety of custom interactive
objects.
- Appearing warning labels, prop restraints and intake covers plus more from a
pre-boarding checklist.
- Custom FSX soundpack designed by Christoffer Petersen from Turbine Sound
Studios.
- Custom designed simulation systems including progressive visual icing, engine
failures, fires and perishable aircrew.
- Enhanced flight dynamics from flight dynamics modeller Rick Piper complete
with accurate spin performance.
- A number of custom models covering the PC-9 and PC-9/A, with external fuel
tanks and other wing ordnance.
- Custom XML coded gauges throughout the Virtual Cockpit allow for an accurate
flight experience. - Shockwave 3D lights ready!
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