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FlorisGroeneveld

Specs to have

I have a: 2.8 GHz Intel pentium 4 512 mb ram 256 mb grafics card (G force FX5200) when I play FS2004 I have around 15fps/sec :'( What need to be upgraded, if I do the weater very high, (clouds, winds) then it is even slower then 15fps/sec...

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JVD on
cacalala2000

Is my computer spec any good??????????

Just a query really I have the following spec XP serv pack 2 sempron 3100+ 512 ram 64 mb graphic card Just had game before with same graphics card butter everything was a bit slower and game would run very very slow and jerky would this happen on t...

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felix2222

ActiveSky

hi all! I´m using ASV5 since a few weeks and i´m pretty satisfied with it. Also the performance is very good. Except you fly into a very cloudy area. Then my frames fall down to 5-8fps. And flying is not fun anymore especially when you´re on an ...

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nottobe on
freeindeed

FS9 manual.pdf

Just loaded FS for first time and can't find my #1 disk! I can't find the pdf file anywhere. Could anyone post a copy. I'm a pilot and want to do instrument flight and multiplayer with my instructor. Thanks...

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SoCalRick on
Guest

Explain How VATSIM Works

Can anyone explain to mo how VATSIM works and whats the best way to use it?...

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spuddi on
nottobe

Stupid AI trafic

I was on my ILS final at runway 25R KLAS(LA), two 737s over took me at outer marker, then around middle marker, another (god knows what it was) jet tailgated me and crashed right into my ass......i know the jet approach speed is much higher than me (Cessn...

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Andy2005 on
Fire_Emblem_Master

Best setting for joystick

In FS9, what is the best sensitivity settings for my Logitech Extreme3D Pro Joystick in terms of response and whatnot....

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SoCalRick on
fs2004kev

localizer & glideslope

My localizer & glideslope won't work in fs2004 correctly. Flightplan works. I can plan and fly courses correctly to destination using ATC. THe localizer & glideslope won't work in VOR & IFR on any aircraft. Any ideas?...

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ranald on
Habu

FS 2004 Patch

Hi, sorry to start a new topic for this. I searched and searched and cannot find the original.. Radarman, maybe you could move my question to the original post? But I was wondering what the concensus is regarding the patch? Is it worth it? Thnx, rob...

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Habu on
AJWatson2209

Does anyone else have/use Flight Deck III

Does any one else use or have FDIII? i downloaded it this morning and installed it, i can use the planes but i thought their were carries i could use too. I cant seemt o find them in the locations on create a flight and in the options their at the top of ...

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Habu on
freedspeak

Anyone have the Maam B-25?

If so, what do you think of it. Am thinking of buying it if I hear good reports. Have yet to get an airplane with accurate radial engine sounds. Hope the B-25 delivers....

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JEP550 on
-Jester-

Got the SHAKES

Hello, I have 2 questions, 1. When I went in to land my P-3C and I was in good position autopilot was off I was at 300FT then all of the sudden My Orion Went crazy it swayed to the left and to the right and I couldnt keep it on the runway :x what is g...

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-Jester- on
atreyu

how to use active camera?

hey i got the active camera demo and i wanna try it on my pmdg beech b1900c. i can't figure out how to move around the plane, all i can do is open the cockpit door....

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RadarMan on
RadarMan

Help Clean up Screenshot Forum

From a guest-moved. I just looked in the screenshotsgallery. And what is this ? This isn't normal anymore. What is all this ? I'm really confused! I should say delete the comments right away !!!! Your post has been edited by :radar: This ...

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RadarMan on
nottobe

joystick on A380, pilot left handed?

I saw the cockpit picture, the captain joystick is on the left side, the copilot joystick is on the right side, i think its kinda tough for the captain if he is right handed...........

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Jared on
kevin2003

Eurocontrol Zones

Hi, would anyone have a link to a chart with the various Eurocontrol zones displayed? I flew into one last night on Vatsim (Eurocontrol South)at FL330 and was blissfully unaware until I commenced my descent, whereupon I was "pinged" by the controller.S...

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kevin2003 on
tricky2070

Ok i give up!!!

I'm trying to land using autopilot but for some reason it won't work for me iv'e read FEM guide and followed steps 1-4 then click APPR button...well it says APP is this the right button? now a nice solution would be for someone to record a step by step gu...

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Fire_Emblem_Master on
twistedsucker

Music recommendation

I need someone to recommend me some music that will go along with a flight and aviation movie. I am on my second part of my full edtition movie and I need some music just like Sky, by Sonique. Does anyone have any recommendations?? 🙂...

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Chris102 on
Chris102

Precision Manuals (PMDG) 747-400

PMDG just released some wallpaper featuring the 747-400! http://forums.avsim.net/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=136&topic_id=85538&mesg_id=85538&page= Enjoy!...

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Chris102 on
Pro-Sim

North West Airlines - 727

Hey, I believe NWA still fly some Boeing 727s ..... Would anyone happen to know a route that they still oprate the 727s on ? Thanks in naff pants .... 😉...

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Jared on
lds_soldier

Virtual Airline

What Virtual Airline would you recommend. I don't want to have to pay any money for it, and I'm not sure how they work. Maybe just a simple one with few demands and just enough options to learn with. Thanks...

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lds_soldier on
Elkinallen

Contact points, explained and some fixes

This is part one of this thread. The reason for this thread is to explain and offer some user fixes and enhancements to the visuals as well as actual handling of the aircraft. The visual is: that you can see the aircraft wheels touching down exactly...

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Elkinallen on
Chris102

Callsigns

Is it possible to change your callsign via ATC?...

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michlin on
Jared

wheres the ADF guage???

i was looking at the Flight 1 Cessna Skyhawk 172R that i am getting and there is a place in the radio panel to tune to an ADF freq. and i looked at the panel and there is no ADF guage!!! can someone tell me if i am mistaken...

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Jared on
Andy2005

Yoke vs Pedals

Hi guys I'm looking into the possible purchase of either a yoke or pedals. Which would you guys think are more essential? I know they do different things. I hope to have both at a later stage but can only afford one piece of equipment right now. I alread...

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SoCalRick on
nolesfan0867

Auto rotations

I would like to be able to practice auto rotations on flight sim 06. Being a chopper pilot, my only dislike of the '04 series is that while the characteristics of flight are true, the only thing you can't do is auto rotate. You guys do a spectacular job...

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nolesfan0867 on
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oh no!

I can't make anymore posts with my user ID .Could anyone help me with this problem ❓...

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davec on
Bartholomew

Clickspot.

Please, tell me how to install clickspot when I download a panel....

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Guest on
Agus0404

High School's over for me!!!

Yes!!!! I finally finished High School ❗ ❗ ❗ No more school for me...and now it's vacactions, my Flight Simulator, and me!! :haha: It feels so good to finish school. All my brothers are still going to school. Too bad for them,...

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Agus0404 on
Gilanshah

Flying C-130/C-17

I am very new and trying to learn the FS2004. Can't believe how amazing it is. My questions: 1. When downloading these planes (Mike Stone's C-130) I don't seem to be getting virtual cockpit capability. Is that normal? When I "look" around in VC fo...

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mypilot on
kevin2003

Flightplans ......and my Kneeboard

Dear Fellow Simmers, Since I started flying online a couple of months ago I have started to compile my flightplans on a word document which I must refer to each time I want to fly. A thought occured to me tonight :idea: what if I could place my flightp...

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Av8r77 on
spuddi

logitech extreme 3d pro joystick

I haven't much money to spend but would like a joystick with with a hat switch (for the VC) and also a twist handle (for the rudders). I was thinking that the "logitech extreme 3d pro joystick" looks like my best bet for the cheapest I can get. Is t...

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SoCalRick on
CrashGordon

Recommended Joystick with Separate Rudder Control?

For a number of years, I've used a MS Sidewinder Freestyle Pro game controller because it can be slipped out of the way under the monitor riser when not in use. I'm thinking about switching to a joystick to gain separated rudder control. Recommendati...

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SoCalRick on
robbier

[ Poll ] Aircraft Poll

What is your favorite plane? ( am curious as i have all of those planes and i was wondering what the most preferable is around here🙂)...

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Pro-Sim on
Pro-Sim

Quiz Number 1

Quiz Number 1 : First to answer all correct in one single post wins the Pro-Sim Wings award! 1. What is the Transition Altitude in the UK ? 2. What does EFIS standard for in a modern cockpit ? 3. What is the difference between 17,000 feet a...

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CoasterXtreme

Landing properly....

I'm having a little trouble with landing still. I can get in line with the runway fine but i'm not sure about the power and speed. sometimes I come in and I don't make it to the runway and the plane lands before the runway. other times I come in and I hav...

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lds_soldier on
crosscheck9

life of a pilot

Hello, I'm a young 13 year old, and I keep bragging about how I plan to become a pilot. Everyone I know, however, keeps trying to talk me out of it, saying that the life of a pilot is boring and tiring, and your away from your family...etc..(it ...

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3balls on
n287s

Glider Question

Hey. If anyone knows the answer to these two questions I will worship them. I got a simulated winch launch for gliders from www.fszwever.com. Does anyone know how to install this program? Does it work with any glider? Second, The program seems to be orien...

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n287s on
robbier

I'm Joined!!

Hi, all!! I am officially joined here at flyawaysimulation! -robbier...

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SoCalRick on
nottobe

I got FS Global 2005 yesterday

now, the whole sim world is so different, landscape is real with much detail.... 12.6 GB of global mesh data, took me 2 hours to install...... its worth every penny i spent on...

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nottobe on
JarJarBinks

strange

ok this has been hapening for a while now when i set AP and alt. holder and wing leveler for 20 min. i have a steady alt. climb descent or cruise but then im in the cockpit and then BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP and it gets faster and faster and...

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JarJarBinks on
Fire_Emblem_Master

Looking for a Key-Generator.

Hello all. I'm searching for a Halo PC Key-Generator, or just a CD-key, bcause I lost mine, and I wanna play the stupid game again. If anyone knows where I can find one, let me know! I know about the No-CD crack we have here, but that's not what i'm l...

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Guest on
CP16

briefing

HI 2 questions: What’s “briefing” in the checklist? I have pss, and when I have the APP configured in the mcdu (on the perf button), and I active this app, the aircraft fly at very low speed, and sometimes, its going with 20º pitch up. After thi...

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PH on
Chrysalid

FS2004 + GeForce4 Mx-440 : Graphics settings don't work

Please help me... as i described in topic, the graphics settings sliders aren't working on me. I can't change the resolution, i can't do anything. I got Windows XP SP1 and newest NVidia drivers....

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twistedsucker on
Micah

Rudder pedals, the experience

Hi guys, Well i finally recieved my CH rudder pedals, and wanted to report back on them. I have to say that it really does make a difference. Taxiing is so much more enjoyable now, rather than turn my yoke, i have the real deal to see me round the ...

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horrgakx on
JarJarBinks

ya

hi its me again but before I get ultumite traffic i have a few questions>>>>>>>>> first does it give the pc a lag and the aircraft all the aircraft thet are in it will they be flyable so you can fly them without dowloading them...

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Habu on
crosscheck9

will be absent for the next month

well...summer just started for me..as of tommorow, I will be absent until July 19...I shall be travelling to Beirut, where I have no internet access. Its too bad..I'll be held back from aviation for 1 whole month!!!..I hope i can take it..anyways, After ...

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Pro-Sim on
Simon1991

Ai traffic problems

Hello! I've got a problem. Last time I installed approximately 200 airlines from PAI and MRAI. Everything is ok, but problems starts at final approach. At busiest airports it's possible to see few airplanes approaching one-by-one in distance of maybe h...

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Simon1991 on
crosscheck9

progressive taxi download?

Is there a download that makes progressive taxi a little more realistic in the sim..like a truck or ATC guiding you or something?...

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Micah on
crosscheck9

when do you fly each routing

i was wondering, when you would fly - Direct GPS - Low Altitude Airways - High Altitude Airways - VOR to VOR -///I always fly Direct GPS, and found it gets kinda boring...Thank you...

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