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Karlwsamian design yak-42 help
the read me file says ➡ Model, Panel & Aircraft files and gauges should not be altered and cannot be incorporated into other shareware or freeware programs or published on any electronic or mechanical media anywhere without permission. Th...
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Bran09Installshield Unable to load runtime scripting FSX
when i try to install fsx it says install sheild unable to load runtime scripting...
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NSXSpot view trouble, help please
Hi all, I'm still having trouble with spot view. Sometimes it zoomes in so far it's making the plane look silly and the view is un-flyable. I made a screenie so you can see for yourself, this is made after zooming out as far as it would go. ...
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Chris102Deluxe and Standard
I got my DVD drive, so I'm almost ready for FSX (need a graphics card!) I noticed that FSX Deluxe has 21 detailed airports, 38 detailed cities. And, FSX Standard has 16 detailed airports, 28 detailed cities. Would someone be able to give me a lis...
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chlorinekidsome help needed to find a website...
ok, so i ain't been around these parts for a while but im back like the leech i am to ask for some help!! many months ago i used to use a website that generated 'missions' for the user to use within flight simulator (was fs2004 at the time) you firs...
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737FLIERConfiguring a new PC with sp1 out
I was in the middle of making a decision on a new computer when sp1 came out. With Sp1 making things run FSX faster should I change some things. FSX is the only High detail game I will run on it. Remeber if I have to change some things I also have to subt...
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Bran09Error 1172 on re-install?
okay when i try to reinstall fsx it shows error 1722,there is a problem with this windows installer package.A program run as part of setup dod not finish as expacted please help me...
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oldsamerArchiving fsx_sp1_ENU.exe problem
After downloading FSX Service Pack 1, My 1st action was to attempt to copy it onto a CD using winXp "send to" drive D. That didn't work, Got a "fsx_sp1_ENU.exe contains extra info attached to it that might to lost" . Tried Windows explorer copy/paste, sam...
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mpf858Cannot Download Scenery File from flyawaysimulation.com
I’ve been trying to download the file “FSX/FS2004 Lost Angeles South East Scenery Package”, SLI_FX.zip at https://flyawaysimulation.com/downloads/files/1406/fsx-fs2004-lost-angeles-south-east-scenery-package/ This is a 60Mb file, and it quits down...
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GuestFSX Exits itself
Hi, I just bought a new pc and FSX running win vista. for some reason when in the program and I am changing an option, downloading real weather the whole program exits out.... anyone knows why that could be? thanks...
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mpan3FSX SP1 'Later this week': Promises 40% performance Increase
FSX SP1 News:AMD quote Today AMD announced their new Phenom™ processor here. As part of this press release, Aces Studio participated with a quote about our improved multi-core support in SP1. The quote stated “Like AMD, we too envision quad-...
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benbastockvirtual airlines entrance exam
can anybody tell me where to get help with this va entrance exam if you know any of the answers here are the questions 8. You are on final approach to runway 26, whose magnetic heading is 264. The correct OBS setting should be... Choices: ...
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GuestMotherboard?
Hey everybody I'm pretty new in this forum , but I've heard a lot of good things about it. Here's my question: What does the motherboard do. I mean, I have just spent a lot of money buying a new computer, which I constructed on my own. The specs ar...
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MavixATi or Nvidia?
I have narrowed my graphics card choice down to the Ati Radeon X1600 and the Geforce 7600GS. The X1600 has 256Mb DDR3, and according to the Palit website the core clock speed up to 575Mhz and the memory clock speed up to 1000Mhz. According to Toms Hardwar...
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Sno0zeFuel Burn Calculation
Is there an easy way? lol...
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BHortonAP13"Lisa Marie" Elvis Jet
I was wondering if someone could make a replica of Elvis' "Lisa Marie" Jet for FSX. If someone knows of it being made already, please let me know... I'm not sure even what type of jet it was... Any information when the download is available please send m...
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TailhookWeary of YouTube?
Beat the YouTube Blues and head straight to where it's happening: http://www.simtube.com// 😎...
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Guest" fsx was unable to load some program files and will no
i have a problem when running fsx, when i click on the .exe icon on the desktop a message appear to me saying" fsx was unable to load some program files and will now exit, please try to re-install or repair the installation" and actually i did that ...
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Gazz22wyorksFSX start
Hi I was flying the african safari mission when I suffered a spike of some kind. System shut down and ever since then FSX has developed a habit of auto loading in a tike mid air over friday harbor. Any ideas how to disable this and just load the pro...
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luigi_m_Just getting into FSX, help needed
I've just got my new computer which consists of 3.6ghz processor, 2Gb RAM and a 256 BIT nvidia nforce 6100 IGP, and just ordered FSX, but I want to get the best looks at possible, so I need a shopping list for: 1. Best scenery addons for UK & Europe. M...
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k_camacho11Help...FSX Running Slow On My Comp.
I have a HP Pavilion dv6000 Labtop with Windows Vista. It has a AMD Turiom 64 with 1.60 GHz, 1982 RAM, and 105 GB hardrive. For some reason, FSX isn't running that good. The frames per second are real slow and it lags a lot. Can someone help me out? T...
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Smailey112Longest Flight
Hi, just got the idea, of hearing how far people have been flying on FSX... My record is Houston (KIAH) to Amsterdam (EHAM) that took me 10 hours and 30 min... Lets see how far people acctually have gone😛 And people, dont lie😀...
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VinnyTS3What is G-MAX ?
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millertimetweaking display settings for optimal fps
hey there, i had looked for about a half hour trying to find a thread that had tweaking tips for display settings, such as what to increase, what sucks up alot of fps, etc... i know it depends on what system but this is what i got and i get decent fps but...
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lionlickerLongs and Latts from GPS?
I am trying to get away from using the cheat line (Shift Z - brings up the red text on the top of the screen) Does anybody know how to use the GPS to get the longtitude and lattitude of your current position? Or is it not possible. Would have though...
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bobrobnew computer: can I set up FSX again?
I had bought and installed FSX on my old and inadequate PC.It didn't perform well. Now I've just built a first rate gaming computer and want to try FSX again. I certainly don't want to buy a new copy, but I've heard that I have to. I've also heard that yo...
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GuestSpaceShipOne
When do we get to fly this ? ...
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Sam FisherFuel Truck?
I can't seem to find any airports that support getting a fuel truck. Is there a way to find out? I'm finding many of them don't have one....
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ivan08detailed airports
does anyone know if kbos is one of the detailed airprots.. :o...
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mattconnWhat role does L2 cache be with fsx, or 2004 for that matter
I see a lot of info relating to graphics cards and processor speed, but with AMD cutting back on L2 cache and I don't really know where Intel is, how critical is it to flight sims, such as fsx/20004. For now I am going to upgrade to a simple athlon for...
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mike20022has anyone seen any wildlife in FSX ?
Hi all Well since I brought FSX I just can't stop playing, It's great. Just a thought, has anyone seen any wildlife, and where did you see it? as I have only seen dolphin's and seagull's at Lihue and have never come across any of these anywhere ...
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GuestFire Trucks ???
is there Fire Trucks at the airport ???...
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XxEastwoodxXHow to get wildlife in FSX
Does anybody know how to have Birds, Dolphins, Giraffes etc in FSX. I can't seem to see them. Regards, -XxEastwoodxX...
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MavixAMD Sempron 3000+
Being on a rather limited budget I'm thinking of getting a computer with a AMD Sempron 3000+ CPU on an Nvidia NF6100 motherboard. Will I get good FSX performance from this CPU? Thanks...
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cthigginBest Controller for Helicopters
Ready to do the helicopter missions and learn how to fly these rascals - The SimYoke does not get it with a chopper - What is the "best" controller you folks have found to use? - Thanks in advance. cthiggin ❓...
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Mavix64-bit or 32-bit
Which would be better for FSX? 64-bit dual core AMD or 32-bit dual core Intel?...
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Guest2D panel crashes my computer
if I bring up a 2D instrument (50% trans), and I move the cursor over it, the computer will hang. To be exact, the graphic card hung. It is an ATI R9200 I have all the latest drivers and patches. Do you know why it hangs?...
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GuestFlight sim x wont run
Hi. i have just bought and installed flight sim x. i also bought a sapphire x1950 pro agp. when i try to run flight sim x i get the following error "flight simulator is not working with your video card. verify latest drivers..." i have the latest c...
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KarlwIs sp1 out yet
If not where can I check on it?...
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millertimewill these specs run fsx with efficient enjoyable fps?
I know the big issue is fps and i know these specs can run fsx i just wanted to know if i will be able to experience a good frame rate and run the game pretty fast. Windows Vista Ultimate 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo processor E6700 (2.66GHz) 4GB DDR2-667...
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GuestMS FSX REALISM
Someone in here a Pilot? Could someone please give me some info on how realistic MS Flight Simulator really is?...
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jeffb57gpws
does anyone know if fs X will have a built in gpws in aircraft with retractable gears and flaps?...
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Guestwhich notebook computer is powerful enough to play FSX ?
which notebook computer is powerful enough to play FSX ?...
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Drewbobhow do you get the cargo doors to open?
There are a few things that the computer can do that I have not figured out how to do it. 1. opening cargo doors 2. the conveyor belt vehicle that loads the cargo and any other airport vehicles that you guys can think of. thanks a lot....
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Taylorsea rescue help
hello everyone. i was on the mission where you have to rescue passengers on a sinking sailboat. first you get the captain but after that it says to head west to get his friend. i did that and went for 20 miles and it said to turn around and head back to t...
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oakley26Jet Truck Race
Hi all I was wondering if the jet truck race comes in the deluxe version, the normal one or is it a download? ive got the normal version 🙂 thanks 😀...
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maxhessFSX very slow; what can help?
Hi! I have the FSX Deluxe and am currently running it on a Dell e521. I am not sure what graphics card etc i have right now, but it is the standard one from Dell. What do I need to buy to make it run more effecient and make the graphics better? I ...
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airikLanding bug at Carlisle PA - Rwy 28?
I was hoping that someone else could help be confirm a bug that makes it difficult (or nearly impossible) to land on runway 28 at the Carlisle, Pennsylvania Airport (N94). It is very difficult for me to enter a standard glide slope. The plane just will no...
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737FLIERFlight Around The World
I am about to begin a fligth around teh world. I am trying to decide what aircraft to fly> iam debating between The A340-300 or The Boeing 747-400. Do you have any Idea which one would be better. Here is my flight plan: Williamson Count Regional(H...
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bnjgray87Flight Sim X view Mode Probs
Am having a whole new problem wif flight sim , if any 1could help that would be great. I am un able to have any other view mode in freeflight and on missions Only view i seem to be able to choose is cockpit and the rest are not there. any 1 have any in...
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