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brownbox

FS Cargo

tried this today, and its pretty cool. Gives a change from flying with passengers 😕 Just wondering if anyone else has this, and if you couuld tell me how i get it to work with any other aircraft except the default cessnas. Thanks...

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Solotwo on
nottobe

My Citation X falls down like a rock when approaching runway

anybody here flying Eaglesoft Citation X? I have beening practising closed traffic for hours, smooth landing is rare, most of times its rocky, quite a few times the jet floats at the ground effect then when I push down it falls like a rock, noway to rec...

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leachus2002

Using Stars to set up an approach

Hi Peeps I was just wondering if there is an easy way to work out which Star to use when you are planning your route and entering it into the FMC? I have just flown EGBB to EHAM and thought I had my route sorted, until I entered a Star to work out m...

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mossy

Cargo Pilot Problem AGAIN!!!!!!

Well, seing as everyone here was so kind and helpful with my last two problems, i hoped someone might be able to help me with this one: Having had the demo for two days, i have decided that i like the game and want to get the full version, but i want to ...

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mossy on
leachus2002

757 Engine Start Sequence

Hey Peeps, I was just wondering what the correct start sequence is for the B757? Its just that I have just purchased the PSS 757 and having a few probs. I have checked the manuals, but no joy.......I shall explain what I am doing. 1. Set the fuel cu...

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CRJCapt on
ashepherd

Interactive Air Traffic Control

there is an add on for flight simulator 2004 where you speak through the microphone to the air traffic control and they answer back can anybody tell me what its called thanks....

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Guest

Help FSweb folder

hi, i bought "Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004" about a week ago, because i have been told for my birthday next year i will be getting a set of 24 lessons (real lessons) ive been trying to get information to read up on the lessons in game and help me ...

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DennisUK01 on
dannyboy2005

Joystick Problem

Hello. I started to playFS04 the other day and then i relised that my joystick was unpluged, i pluged it back in, wated for the ding nioise that m/s makes tosay its installed then carried on flying. It was all ok untill the following day the throttles sae...

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dannyboy2005 on
mikebl

elevator trim for P-51D

I recently downloaded a P-51D to FS2004. Everything works great but I'm having trouble flying straight and level. Since there is no trim tab on the panel I have to use my 3 and 4 buttons on my Logitech 3D Pro. I can't seem to find that 'happy meduim' and ...

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CRJCapt on
pilotwannabe

Uninstalling

Hey, I'd like to get rid of a couple of payware add-ons that I no longer use and would like to get rid of to free up space. The problem is it wont let me do this from the add/remove list...it gives some lame error message :x What is the best way to ...

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Greekman72 on
M15A

Another Cessna question :)

Hello all, I read the basic tut to FS here http://www.4p8.com/eric.brasseur/flight_simulator_tutorial.html#landing. They mention that you have to lift the front wheel of a Cessna at 40 knots when taking off, otherwise it will shimmy. But I took t...

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PIC1stOfficer on
Phoebe

Favorite Airports

Hello folks! Newcomer here, so please forgive me if this is a topic which has already been covered seven ways from Sunday. Anyway, what are some of your favorite airports for scenic or other reasons? Thanks in advance for some suggestions. Reg...

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PIC1stOfficer on
stack

Cessna radio stack

How can I change the red numerals on the Cessna radio stack to a diff color like yellow or aqua...

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Tailhook on
Djanvk

Is there a way to print out a Keymap?

Hi all, I'm new to FS 2004 and MS FS in general but always wanted to give it a go. I got it from barterbee online and didnt come with directions, so I'm going through the lessons. now what I'm wondering is there a way to print out a keyboard map i...

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Djanvk on
DanM

Extra Long Expidition

I am going to fly from O'Hare airport, making multiple stops, landinmg at McMurdo Base and doing the same back! I'll keep you updated and I'll do it in multiplayer....

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DanM on
Phoebe

FS9?

Would someone please let me know what "FS9" is? I'm new here, see all the references, but have no idea what it is! Thanks in advance! Phoebe...

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Phoebe on
UAL8495

Fs2Crew Level D help

when i click the clock button it says that their is a problem with my license file?? but i got it installed ok?? any ideas thx...

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GoneGolfing on
vickysokhi

FMC NOT IN DATABASE Error

Hi Guys How’s every body out here… Guys I have downloaded the Advanced Operations Tutorial for PMDG 747 which have tutorial flight DLH454 from EDDF to KSFO I really enjoyed following all the instructions given in the tutorial and flying for 11 hrs...

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Bindolaf on
Pappy55

ILS Frequency?

Just a quick dumb question.. 2 of my addons have auto-land Where do i get the ILS frequency from to put into the nav radio to use the auto land?...

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PIC1stOfficer on
Pappy55

Flight Planner has gone crazy

I dont know why the flight planner has gone crazy but when I plan a flight from London Heathrow (EGLL) - Kennedy Int NYC (KJFK) useing IFR and High Altitude it gives me really stupid flight plans. It gives me a route up across greenand over the north p...

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CrashGordon on
UAL8495

Fs2Crew Level D help

i load the demo flight and when i click the clock button everything goes black and fs crashes. i installed everything correctly. is there something i can do different. i have the update 1.2 installed and went through the config manager so. if someone coul...

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Guest on
MrSifter

Ultimate Terrain Europe

Hi I recently purchased Ultimate Terrain Europe, I've followed the instructions however the buildings on my FS still look like they have been planked in the middle of nowhere! Does anyone have this and can assist me so that my FS looks like it does on...

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RadarMan on
Brook

Aircraft Downloads...?

I click download, files are downloaded and unzipped, I copy them to my Aircraft folder in FS... Aircraft don't appear in my FlightSim aircraft directory.. What am I forgetting?...

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PIC1stOfficer on
Guest

Question on fs passengers

Hey every1, wats best to buy, the game or just the code to unlock it? and once i bought it it wil work at any airports then? i just downloaded the demo version and its cooooool 😀...

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RadarMan on
hammerdag

Screen Shot

Just wondering, I have been trying to post some screenshots for FS 04 for weeks now and they never appear even though I get a message back saying that we have recieved your media?? So annoying! Has anyone else had a problem posting shots on this site? Doe...

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Greekman72 on
mossy

roads and rivers of europe

I want to get this add on, but i want to know if it is any good, and if it will just kill my machine becuase of too much detail. im quite tempted to get it, but i dont want to waste my money, so if anyone knows where i can find a demo thier help will be m...

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mossy on
Greekman72

EGDP(Portland UK)...Have a look...

Flying from EGKK to EGDP (without checking first the airport of EGDP) i was surprised by seeing this ➡ Is this the smallest or there are more?At the beginning i thought it was my scenery fault(And i take as prove the Tower in the sea... ㈸...

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Greekman72 on
adood

damn reboot

hey guys. well everytime i try and play FS2002 or CFS3 my PC just restarts. and it kinda sucks 😂 anyone know what this could be? im not to good with computers mind....

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ARD_DC on
jgehret2

bermuda to philly near miss and disaster !!!!!

was flying from bermuda to philly nice flight. i get cleareance to land on 27l. i program the ils. set up th plane. turn on final. intercept the localiuzer. then another 737 turn right in front of me. a near miss !!!!! so i follow him and i execut...

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spitfiresrule on
Bandit29

CTRL Key combinations

hi folks, so heres' the problem. i'm running FS2004 (US) on a Vaio laptop with an AZERTY keyboard layout(french). i know,i know, lousy set up you all say, but in France thats all i got for the time being. everthing works brilliantly......except for 1 thi...

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Chutzpah on
beerbadger

Kneeboard with internet

How does this work where can i find it? Thanks for the help as always 😀 IF this is unclear i mean when i open kneeboard i can open a internet browser IN FLIGHT....

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beerbadger on
RichT

Memory leak

My simulator is constantly crashing to a black screen, followed by a Microsoft message saying it has encountered an error and needs to close. This will happen at any point from before take-off to having landed and taxiing to gates. Microsoft have been ...

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RichT on
to_coolguys

error installing real environment pro 1.0

Hi, I am trying to install the Real Environment Pro but i constantly get an error saying some .ocx file is not registered properly....I use windows xp 64 bit edition and have even formatted my machine and done a clean install of FS 9.0 and updated it t...

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Tailhook on
bocboc

trackir for fs9

wow look at this video amazing isnt it LOL http://media.naturalpoint.com/video/gamedemo/kmiaktpavsim-compressed2.wmv you can find more a t this url http://www.naturalpoint.com/trackir/03-enhanced-games/game-flight-simulator-2004.html...

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RadarMan on
snakebite6x6x6

Need some help with fs2004

I cannot change teh display settings in fs2004...any of them..and there isnt a hardware tab on the display settings screen..so i am also stuck with the default resolution.... this really sucks....cause i love the game..but it looks like shit my syst...

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RadarMan on
Adrian-BS

Keyboard reference card - FS2004

I'm keen to download a comprehensive and 'easy to reference' keyboard diagram or chart that I can print and display within close proximity to my monitor and keyboard. (FS2004) Any suggestions as to where I can access one? Thanks...

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Adrian-BS on
Doyley

Custom Paint Jobs

What is the easiest software to use for paint jobs? Preferably free 😀 Cheers...

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99jolegg on
Goose212

Visual Approach

Hi, Newbie just done my first Visual Approach flight. Flew from Chicago O'Hare to Chicago Meigs. I followed an online tutorial and think that if I had to plan this trip myself I would REALLY struggle. I did this without any navigation aid at all a...

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Goose5454 on
RavenholmAlpha

I need help opening secondary cargo doors!

Hi guys! I need help opening the cargo doors. I tried doing the combination shift+E+2 but that shows the aircraft panel instead of opening the other doors! I need help on this....

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CRJCapt on
Karlw

question about the captain sim c-130 please help

There is a little screen in this screen shot how do you turn that screen on I never have been able to turn it on thanks 😀 ➡ https://flyawaysimulation.com/images/10/microsoft-flight-simulator-2004/...

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Greekman72 on
mypilot

first movie production

First movie production. Don't be afraid to critisize it. www.myspace.com/soapeyshope or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ou90kuvXb4I&eurl=...

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earthqu8kes on
dailyflier

PMDG Fliers...help!

for those who fly PMDG's 737NG, please help me. When I'm flying, I understand the FMC will calculate my TOD and descend down the right path. However, how do I know what to set my MCP altitude to, and at which waypoints I should be at which altitudes. ...

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Solotwo on
BB27

HELP Flare with B 767-200

A little help... I am flying an opensky 767-200 and can't seem to nail the landing. I either flare to early or to late which ruins my fspax scores. Any tips that anyone could give? I have mastered the 747 and 737 and can nail those every time. ...

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Tailhook on
meylan

best add on

i've ran fs2004 for about 5 months now, totally default apart from a few planes .what would be the best add on (freeware) for changing the way the sim looks , for the better . thanks...

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meylan on
Welshflyer

Aircraft speed in FS9

I really am going to have to become a member of this site it really is addictive(no doubt due to the quality and friendliness of its members). I'll take my tongue out now.Could anyone tell me please why is it i can cruise easilly in a Handley Page Victo...

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Greekman72 on
FASTJET

FS 2004 CRASHES AFTER ADD ONS TORNADO, VULCAN ARE INSTALLED

CAN ANY ONE HELP :cry: FLIGHT SIM 2004 WORKS OK, AFTER VULCAN AND TORNADO ARE INSTALLED, FS2004 CRASHES READS LIKE THIS. THE VERSION OF FS2004 DETACTED IS NOT COMPATIBLE ,WITH THIS VERSION OF FSUIPC.IT IS BUIL 9.01.40901.YOU NEED THE CORRECT VERSION CHECK...

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CrashGordon on
David M

FS9 Configurator by Ken Salter

Hi I'm looking to download this tool however can't seem to get it. Has anyone got a link for it? Regards David...

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SteveT on
Guest

Which Joystick for flight simulator 2004 is beter?

I am new to joysticks so i want something simple that can play MS flight simulator 2004. I Just bought a Logitech Attack 3 Joystick and want to return it because theres no twist function. so should I get the Logitech Extreme 3D Pro Joystick Saitek C...

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CrashGordon on
Speedbird895

ILS landings and ADF?

Hello, I just have som questions 1. Do real world pilots land using the ILS or do they land manually? And is autolanding and landing with ILS the same thing? 2. Where can I get ADF frequencies for different airports? /thx...

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earthqu8kes on
Guest

FS2004 Crashes to Blue Screen

Hi all! Was wondering if anyone can thro some light on a problem I am having with FS2004. When I have selected a flight with a default aircraft, (with it sitting on the end of a runway) once I start my take off run the program crashes to a blue screen wit...

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