Flight Simulator 2004: A Century of Flight: FS2004 General
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Fire_Emblem_MasterFire Emblem Master is now powered by an ATI X800T Platinum!
The day has finally come! My beutaful card has arrived, has been installed, and its flip-out time!!!!! In chicago O'haire, with all settings on ULTRA HIGH, except for the lights, and anti alaising, i got a astounding 26FPS while panning the airport! ...
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Guesttrim?
Hello, In de flying lesson of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 i constantly see the word "trim" or "trimming". Can someone explain to me what this means, i think it has something to do with the flaps but im not sure. thanks for the help ❗...
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new simmerLining up with the runway on final approach
I am new to this, I would really appreciate some help and pointers on how to line up the aircraft on final approach......... Thanks...
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tomthetankHey I flying again
Well my main beast of pc is still down,awaiting a new mobo :evil: So Ive been trying to entertain myself other ways(boy its tough with a old p2 pc)Anyway I have dug out fs6 :rofl: and all I can say is boy have we progressed Im sorry I just cant use it an...
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I_JUST_CANT_FLYREAL WORLD PILOTS
If anyone knows any real world pilots let me know.Pilots as in pilots who fly commercial ❗...
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JonsterFS2002 > FS2004 Is It Worth Buying?
Hi everyone, I have FS2002 on my PC, which runs like a dream as my PC is a bit of a monster 😀 Basically is FS2004 worth the money as I already have FS2002? What are the changes? Are they worth while? Also is the US version any differen...
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nicolodsother planes and IVAO
Hi, Just a little hello from France and a question. Is it possible to see the ohter planes when you are flying on fs 2004 and Ivao + squawbox + servinfo + blablabla ? I mean in fs not on the map of servinfo. Is there an add-on or something to...
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ElkinMy planes are grounded!!
Help!! Before I go re-installing, I cannot adjust the payload! I can adjust the fuel, but not the payload. I get a FS9 shutdown with the error: FS9.exe ..cfg.txt, ...cgf\dxdiag.xml and fs9.cfg\scenery.cfg Can someone help with this?...
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MapleSideWinder Force Feedback Pro
I installed FS2004 and SideWinder Force Feedback Pro but the performance is extremely slow. My PC requirements are ok and so are my drivers and DirectX. I am running XP. Microsoft suggested i update my joystick software to Version 4 as I am running Ver...
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Jetway1Reflection
Once in awhile if I look behind the aircraft, I see a reflection that almost looks like the sun but it is near the ground and follows the aircraft. I even see it at night. Does anyone know what it is and how to turn it off?...
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GuestDedicated to the technically disadvantaged!
Hello all! Just bought FS2004, as a great learning and enjoyment tool. My only problem (which is probably my biggest) is my old PC. Now, i am above box specs.... just. My PC: 500MHz Pentium 3 128MG SDRAM 64MG Nvidia GeForce MMX 400 "Complete Install...
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FoxProGTWhere is the aircraft carrier in fs 2004
topic...
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Guestron ground school
hello i currently have fs2002 out of interest i would like someone to send me ron's ground school handbook so i could read in my spare time i am still wondering whether i should get fs2004 or wait for fs2006...
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Alphonsdash 8 doesn't work
I downloaded the Canadian DeHavilland Dash8 102. All files seem to sit in the right place in FS9 but cannot find plane when choosing an aircraft. any ideas ?/ Thanks...
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guestCH flight yoke
i have both the CH flight yoke and the Saitek X45 stick/throttle set up and the question i have is this. The flight yoke is a more realist feeling of flying since that is what most GA aircraft use but my yoke won't center consistently. I mean when i pull ...
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tomthetankGames Tweaker
😀 Hi all While I was having lunch today I came upon a workmates pc mag and had a quick :read: and found an article about pc games and how to get the best out of your pc to improve the game Well most of it has been covered here in this very for...
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SteeevA solution to sound problems! Finally
😀 Sorry to keep harping on about sound guys, but I thought I'd share this with everybody, as it stopped me from enjoying this fine piece of software for a long time. Anyone who is having continuing sound problems, after following all other advi...
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RadarManNew ATI 4.8 Drivers
Here's what I get with these settings and the ATI Radeon 9800 128 Pro with the new 4.8 Catalyst drivers (try them). Not my imagination, the FPS improved over the 4.3 drivers by 3 fps...YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (My favorite aircraft) What settings are you u...
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GuestDisplay Problems: Scenery flickering (especially trees)
Hi. I hope someone might be able to solve a problem for me please. I am operating a 2.0GB/512 RAM/Windows XP system. A problem has developed on my FS2004. I have tried reloading but without success. The scenery flickers and in particular the trees. The ac...
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GuestGame play issues
I got FS9 to work. However, I can't get the game to run smoothly. I close down everything but the game and still get the jerky movements and flight control lags. Here is what I have. It's a laptop too, so don't know if that has anything to do with i...
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SeidericAOPA ASF Free Safety Seminars may be in your area.
AOPA ASF Free Safety Seminars The AOPA Air Safety Foundation (ASF) holds more than 200 safety seminars a year throughout the United States. These FREE seminars are held from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., and everybody's welcome. You do not have to be an AOPA ...
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guestjoystick assignments
I just bought the Saitek X45 stick and throttle set up yesterday, and obviously there are a few more buttons than the basic MS stick I had before. Does anyone have suggestions on what buttons to assign to what, and what do people use the rotating wheels ...
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GuestOpening menu just freezes
I installed FS2004 and when I dbl click the icon on the desktop the logo screen comes up and thats it. The game wont load. I have disc 4 in my cd-rom, but nothing. Anyone know why this may occur?...
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RadarManATI Radeon X800 XT Platinum Edition
ATI Radeon X800 XT Platinum Edition This is for anyone who is thinking of dropping a few extra $ or £ on a super new card. Be sure to read the specs on FS9. (They tested with now old drivers) http://reviews.cnet.com/ATI_Radeon_X800_XT_Platinum...
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skyeWhat we want to see in FS2006
Like many others I would like to see many new things and many improvements on existing things in FS, but to have all these things at a standard we would all like you would probably need a super computer to run it so most of it is wishfull thinking, so I w...
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Agus0404Airbus checklist
Hello everybody! I'm making my own FS2004 folder with a lot of stuff, like checklist, charts, pictures, manuals, etc, etc, etc. I've been looking for Airbus chechlist everywhere, but there are some checklist for other planes that I don't have. Does an...
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Guestms fs 2006
pleasemake more ai airplanes in the airports!!! 😀 and let it be refueling trucks and push back trucks....more aircrafts taxing to gates and for takeoff 😀 😀 😀 😀 ........much more trafic in the air and for landing....
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GuestWhy do my flights take so long
I fly for a virtual airline, but on some of my longer flights I arrive at my destination much too late. One such example is a recent flight from Boston to Heathrow, which is supposed to take only 6.5h and it took me about 14h. I use the flight plaaner to ...
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CaptainBlackadderAirport Charts
😀 Hi All, Can anyone point me in the direction of where i can get my hands on some Free Airport Charts. I would like to understand more about them plus download them from the net. CaptainBlackadder 😳...
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tomthetankLong haul
Ok so we all like fs9,but best of all we like taking off and landing,oh and perhaps watching a replay after 👍 Sometimes we may only have a 1/2 hour or so to spare,so next time you fly a full flight STOP(Alt/flights/save) and save your flight, sa...
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SteeevService Pack 2
Has anyone been bold enough to install Service Pack 2 for Windows XP yet? Does it mess with FS9? Do Microsoft care? No need to answer the last question , I already know....
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CyberStryderUrgent flight plan "conversion" needed....
Hello, This might seem like a very strange request. I represent a group which urgently (less than 24 hours!) needs to "decode" the flight plan listed below. We are not aviators and none of us know how to plot the course(s). From what we have discovere...
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jimimacNo left/right Pushback
i can get the pushback to work ok with the ms default planes shift +p then 1 or 2, but the 737ng just goes straight back theres no left or right turn does anyone know how to get the pushback to work ...
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XpilotMSFS 2004 add-on
Hi, Does anyone heaerd about new MSFS 2004 add-on which takes 13GB on hard disk,with more than 150 airlines and wjole world very close to reality scenery? 🙂...
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GuestProblem starting Flight Sim 2004?? CD4???
My father in law has purchased a copy of flight sim 2004 through ebay and when it arrived we installed it it had 4 discs......large program i thought. Must be well good. Istalation went smoothly but when we tried to run the program i heard cd4 spin up ...
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Xpilot737ng
Could you explain,what does mean Transition altitude in FMC?Where can I get it from?...
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XpilotJoining VATSIM!
Good day, I've registered at Vatsim,but there is nothing how to start for FS9,could you help me with what software I need and how to start to fly as pilot?And how can I connect to the server? I appreciate your help. ...
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GuestFORCE FEEDBACK
DOES FS9 (FS2004) SUPPORT FORCE FEEDBACK????...
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tricky2070GPS
Is there any way to show other surrounding aircraft on the GPS besides your own. Cheers....
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jetman35HURRICANE
Anybody out there flying into hurricane Charley? 😳 Jetman...
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jettamanHELP!!! Throttle /Combat Stick (assignments)
Can anyone tell me how to (set or download) throttle and stick assignments... Problem- is that i cant assign various hatch settings on my pro throttle ...it just says Hatch7 (need to assign Hatch 7 as something ) ..(like landing gear) ect HELP!!! PLEASE...
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InvisibleSurferAssistance with Missed approaches
Hi all, I was wondering if you could offer some assistance in missed approaches. During my Instrument Checkride, I am being asked to "turn around and perform a missed approach". I've searched for missed approach lessons but couldn't find any. I would real...
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ATPLWhat means GCSE in education?
Hi there, I am foreignerand in my country we don't have GCSE levels,could you explain what does it mean?I am interested in pilot training they require 5 GCSE at grade C or above,how to understand this? T...
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nottobefs2004 requires much better computer?
my 1.0 GHz cpu 512mb ram computer works fine with 2002. but doesn't seem to be working for 2004, jerky all the way. do I need a 3.4 GHz computer for 2004? and what is good about 2004? thanks in advance...
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yahiavankampenFS9 viewing and aerodynamics
😂 Hi guys, Tweaking the F117 for FS9 I came across a phenomenon that took me about 24 hours to figure out. Using an aliassed Mig panel I noticed breaking out of the F117 (that jet-motorized lifting body) in turns, when changing view from outside...
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elkinallen2A Good St. Maarten Scenery Add-on
Can someone help me with finding the St. Maarten scenery add on? It is the one that has the approach end fence. you know the chain link fence that Air France smacks occasionaly?...
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mrnosliwcommercial speed
whats the fastest commercial plane? link for dl please? 🙂...
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GuestScreenshots Keyboard Command
What do I press to take a screenshot while flying flight simulator and where do I go to view it?...
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dliggettkeyboard chart in 2004 kneeboard gone?
Help does anyone know what files I might have deleted to lose the keyboard charts in all my planes. where I can get them or someone send me the files. or will I have to reinstall fs9 to get it back? :cry:...
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Tom.Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004
hi folks. i want to buy microsoft flight simulator 2004 because i like sim games like this one. i want to know if the games comes with an strategy guide or something like that to help me doing landings, take offs, etc etc etc. i read that the game has a ...
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