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Flight Simulator X Add-on planes not working (black screen o

To make gliding a little more realistic in FSX I installed WinchX and CumulusX, and added a few gliders to fly with. Now only the DG-808S is working, while any other add-on aircraft will just result in a black screen that loads forever. They are installed...

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Guest

add on planes missing

Hello, I have a problem that I don't know why is happening. I downloaded a Airbus 320 Air Canada, I then installed in my FSX airplane folder, I started FSX the plane is there, beautiful, then I download an Airbus like a 319 another plane from a d...

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EdwardReynoso

BMP textures files on FSX

Hi budies! I need to know what to do to have textures shown on FSX, for those freewares airplanes I download with BMPs texture files. Some say they fly with no difficulties, and have textures on the airplanes. Some other say I need to turn off DirectX...

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Mattjaz

German --> English

I was wondering if there is a laguage pack to download because I have a German version and everything is sychronised :cry: I know German , but it sucks to be unable to learn for multiplayer. Please Help !!!...

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Last answer KYLEPILOT DDT

veshagoo

fsx sp2 not installing

hi i reinstalled my fsx till 0430 last night..i got the info on how to uninstall and install from pmdgs website, so im sure i did it correct..i installed fsx, then installed sp1, everything great sofar, but when i went to install sp2, i keep getting this ...

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RS61565

HELP! Cannot make changes to aircraft.cfg file...

Hey all, I've set all my permissions to where they need to be for changing said files. Tried opening them with Adobe, and it tells me that it's either not a "supported file type" or that the file has been damaged. Tried again using MS Notepad, and when I ...

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Last answer Guest

XEAL

Dolphin Airlines ( Airways )

Hello again. Not sure if I am in the right forum but I am looking for a EMB 110 @ 1983 in Dolphin Airlines livery. If anyone has seen this aircraft somewhere would like to add to my FSX EMB 110 collection. While working for EASTERN at KPBI saw them every ...

FSX crashes if I select a military aircraft

I've download the Lockheed Martin F35-A..C and tried to install it, means I put the files in the privided folder. In the moment I choose the aircraft in the selection dialog, FSX tried to load it and after a short while it crash. I also bought the Phantom...

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ErikFromSweden

Virtual Cockpit problem

Hi! First I must say that I'm quite new to Flight Simulator X Steam Edition. I have just dowloaded the Embraer erj package with a lot of paintings and so on. In the description of the download it stood that all aircraft have a Virtual Cockpit. But wh...

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Archangelmj12

Ive lost all visual signs of ai in my fsx

I have a fsx only Toshiba with 800 gigs . Ive worked with this since its release in 2007 2008, over the years with different add ons fsps etc and the very best in payware ive run into a severe problem. Im receiving up to 20 messages a day from tacpac tha...

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Last answer LT.COL.Lupas

belgeode

Challenge for your FSX scenery makers- KPIT

For years I have used Mach-1 Designs, KPIT for fs9... Works like a charm, looks perfect, all the gates are correct... except one minor detail.... it is only for FS9. Now that I have graduated to the world of FSX... I am in dire need of a DECENT KPIT ag...

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Last answer RadarMan

noelanderson

Problem after installation of Project Airbus Qantas 380 view

Problem after installation of Project Airbus Qantas 380. The download and installation in the indicated FSX folder went w/o problem. The Fuselage and cockpit doesn't not show up in Virtual Cockpit Panel. The wings and engines show but not the fuselage i...

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Last answer noelanderson

Challenger 350 add on...?

Any one know of any computer flight simulator that has the Challenger 350 add on? Such as microsoft flight sim, wingx etc. Thanks!...

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Last answer Thanks!

Guest

Editing Mission Captions

I have FSX Gold Edition. Is there a way I can edit the Captioning for a mission that came with acceleration? Like Missing coworker, the voice speaks and reads the captions, I want to change what the voice says? Thanks Murr777...

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earldanehart

Can't find the missions I added with addit pro

Hope some one can help me find the missions I downloaded from here and be able to use them :cry:...

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zavijahva

Don't see any change after adding scenery file

Added scenery file JAC_FSX.zip which is around Jackson Hole Wy. I used Addit software and it put the files into the Microsoft Flight Simulator/Scenery folder. They are not in any separate folder. If you scroll down thru the Scenery folder they are just fi...

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guest 100

AI Carriers problem?

Hi, I have downloaded AI Carriers2 and Javier Fernandez's Nimitz and Eisenhower version 2 about a year ago and had nothing but long, wonderful hours of simming heaven. I wish to thank them for their excellent work. 🙂 About 2 weeks ago I installed...

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W3CPR

Aerosoft PBY 5 cockpit

I have installed the Aerosoft PBY 5 into fsx on windows 7 and the installation went just fine. However, when I looked at the plane, the only thing showing in the cockpit is the checklist with nothing else appearing. I have tried all day to find the prob...

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donn18

FSX-SE and Cessna Citation X 750

Panel gauges for "Cessna Citation X 750 2.0", display on FSX-MS OK, but are blank/black on main panel in FSX-SE??? Would appreciate any help. Thanks...

Iris Eurosoft A10 problems

I have installed the Iris Eurosoft A10 warthog in FSX windows 7 and am having multiple problems. When looking at the main panel and switching to another view using the S key, a large portion of the main panel is still visible at the bottom of the screen....

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Guest

How todownload the Hughes XF11A into FSX.? Can't load it.

How to download the Hughes XF11A into FSX.? Can't load it....

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Last answer ianstephens

Dudds

VFR Scenery - XP / Vista DVDs -> Windows 7

Hi. I have upgraded to Windows 7 and my VFR scenery (FSX) DVD(s) will no longer install beyond the initial setup program screens - it errors with, "Please insert the correct DVD-ROM, select OK and restart application". (I have repeated the error on anot...

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richlfleming

Addit! Pro for Flight Simulator X - aircraft not installed

I installed Addit Pro. Placed an aircraft add-on download in a folder labeled FSX Downloads, which contains a folder for the aircraft . Addit Pro Wizard was supposed to install the aircraft in FSX. I don't know what I would have done wrong, but the aircra...

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PRamos89

Doubts Traffic 360 (Just Flight Add-on)

Hi guys. I'm not new to the FS world (been playing since FS9😎 but only now I've finally decided to take my simulation to the next level and been thinking about buying some paid add-ons. I have done some searching and I found the Traffic 360 fro...

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Fly In CO

No airplane file in Sim Objects file

I dont have an Airplane file in my Sim Objects file. Thanks for any help....

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Moolaman

No engine sounds on F-111 FSX downoaded

I have noises in correct volume for flaps and gear but no engine souds just a silent taleoff from the active runway when flying the F-111 I recently installed in FSX. Can sombody suggest why and recommend a fix Thanks 😕...

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Guest

aicarriers 2 problem

Hi, I have recently downloaded the Nimitz and Ike ver2 and aicarriers 2. I believe I have un-zipped aicarriers 2 properly and installed it properly but when I went to run the program I came up with an error window that pointed to problems with Java or rel...

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Last answer Liam.h

jonp

Fernandez USS-Nimitz_Ike_ version 2

I have Fernandez' Nimitz carrier saved in my downloads. When I try to install it into FSX I get the message in a dialog box stating "Cannot create C:\Program Files9(x86)\Microsoft Games\ Microsoft Flight Simulator X\Effects\fx_beaconb_cvn.fx". I tried man...

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Calvin Holcomb

Can't download FSX Boeing 747-400 Complete Package

I am trying to download the FSX Boeing 747-400 Complete Package-Fly away Simulation . When clicking on Download, the only thing that happens is it keeps buffering and won't download. I'm using the free download option. I've used Fly Away many times an...

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FlyingLG

cockpit glass is not transparent

I downloaded F-16 on my windows7, 64 bit computer. Then I followed the instructions and placed downloaded folders and files in the required locations. I started FSX and tried to fly in Virtual Cockpit Mode, but the cockpit glass is not transparent, so I c...

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Someone33

How do I get default keyboard commands with addon aircraft?

I recently installed a S-64 Skycrane addon helicopter in FSX, and I can't seem to set any new key mappings to lower the water tank snorkels (firefighting model) or to lower the logging claw (every other model). I need to find out how to get the key comman...

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ALCATRAZ1967

FSX Air Tractor 802A COULDN'T BE INSTALLED ON FSX

After Downloading the File FSX Air Tractor 802A File size: 706.08 kB and following the next instructions, INSTALLATION: 1.) Copy and paste (or drag and drop) the 4 enclosed "fx" files into your FSX "Effects" folder. (They are probably there...

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vic holtzinger

Beech 18 exterior of plane invisible,seats and frame visible

used installer for beech 18,installed but exterior of plane is invisible,interior 2d panel and seats,windows perfect.tryed to upload screenshot,don't seem to be able....

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Guest

missing flight plans, South France shuttle mission for FSX

subject line pretty much says it all... does anyone know where to acquire them? I loaded included .pln and .wx and .xml in proper locations, but can't find the associated flight plan......

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RogueDefector

Looking for FSX SDK

Hi guys I'm in need of your help. I've got the standard edition of FSX and I'm in need of the SDK that comes with the deluxe edition. Anyone know where I can get it from? I'd like to use it straight away rather than buy the deluxe edition and wai...

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Last answer Morgan Thomas

André Ludick

FSX auto generated Flight Logbook

Can anyone inform me directly to my e-mail address what am I to do, as FSX has stopped adding entries to my logbook? It's very annoying - it caused me to keep track of my flights manually and after flights I then have to add this info in an MS Excel sprea...

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jstockton882

Captain Sim F/A-18D

just bought this plane and it doesn't work... Nothing controls the aircraft except for the throttle. Landing gear aren't visible. Can someone please give me a little tech support? I'm pretty angry and I feel like I just got ripped off....

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Arjun Bendre

WOAI Installer Odd problem

Hi all, I know that most people will say that you should have looked at the FAQs, but I couldn't find anything of help to me. I am running Windows 8, with a PC meeting the recommended requirements for my flight simulator which is FSX. I have a bu...

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W3CPR

Waypoint generation

I have been searching high and low for a little program where I could type in the name of the waypoint and then have the program search for it and display the latitude and longitude. I have tried Skyvector but that is not what I am looking for. I origin...

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Last answer W3CPR

EdFishy

Any way to allow ATC and AI Traffic on LAN?

I tried the Widetraffic application, but I'm not seeing any other traffic on either PC on the LAN. I've gone over the manual, followed the settings instructions, etc but no dice. Is there any other app out there that enables AI Traffic on the LAN? ...

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Last answer mrfoxik

flychem

PMDG BaE Jetstream 4100

greetings: I just downloaded the J41 and tried to load it and FSX CTD'd. I looked for the fix and found varoius approaches. First I will try the most simple and that is to set the default freeflight airplane to the glider. I will keep posting inform...

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jose pablo morales

fsx aircraft takeoff speed

I have an airbus a340-300 in my fsx, but the problem is that the minimum speed for vrotate is lmost 230 KNOTS!!!!! and the runway is not long enough for the aircraft to takeoff. I compared with another a340 that I had but that one was ok in the vrotate...

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Andrew Evans

FSX AI TRAFFIC EDITOR ISSUES HOW TO FIX???

😞 Um Hey guys !!! I wanted to get the FSX AI Traffic Editor and It says I need an SDK pack. But when I went to the FSX Website it said to not install an SDK if you have Acceleration, which I do!!! How do I fix this, and where can I download one ...

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DCGuest

Mike Stone L1011-500

I was wondering if there is a way to install an autoland function to the autopilot in this otherwise flawless simulator. I have buttons that indicate approach, localizer and backcourse, but no A/L for AP. Thank you. P.S. This is the download with Air Ca...

Aircraft request,

Does anybody know a good 707, Dc-8 or Boeing 747-100, 200 or SP. I would really apppreciate the fact, that the plane has a VC....

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Last answer Hutch47

oldave

Landing sound effects program...???

I fly small general aviation aircraft with FSX... I was reading some time ago about a program or download that gave you realistic landing sounds on FSX...??? I have searched around a bit and can`t seem to find what I`m looking for, so if anyone knows of...

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Last answer RadarMan

W3CPR

GPS, Radar, Rwyinfo and Map for PMDG MD-11

I have been successful in working with the PMDG MD-11 and adding some additions that I know other people have asked for. I have been successful in adding GPS, Radar, Rwyinfo and Map for the MD-11. I have been testing it for several weeks now and it seem...

Aircraft is not showing up in game!!

Hi, I have downloaded several airplanes for my FSX ACCLERATION. I have installed it also. But when i open the game to select the aircraft i have installed/downloaded, i am not able to see it, i.e., it is not showing up in the airplanes' list!! Pl...

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Zooman77

Meyers 200D

I have downloaded the Meyers 200D https://flyawaysimulation.com/downloads/files/4774/fsx-aero-commander-meyers-200d/, however the only thing that is visible in the virtual cockpit are the gauges, radios, and GPS. In the external view of the aircraft the ...

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cavalierjan