Q&A Forum

Other Simulation Packages: Prepar3D

Our forum for discussing anything related to Lockheed Martin's Prepar3D flight simulation package.

Read more Show less

Latest Questions

Sorted by recent activity

Prepar3D v4.5 CTDs when AI ship traffic is enabled (the C ships)

OK, I narrowed it down. I set ships and ferries at 50%. I removed all boats from sim objects starting from A to C. Restarted the TNCM replay and it worked fine. I even saw the freighter pass behind me that seemed like it was a trigger for a couple of the ...

Last answer Eric S.

Prepar3D v4.5 CTDs when AI ship traffic is enabled (BugSplat64.dll at TNCM)

Hey Ian, I’m back—sorry for the delay. I went back to TNCM and tested different ship/ferry traffic settings: 100% = crash when setting up the wing view 50% = crash when setting up the wing view 25% = crash when going to the actual airport 0% ...

Last answer ianstephens

Prepar3D v4.5 CTDs when AI ship traffic is enabled (ai_ship_and_ai_ship_traffic)

I’m running Prepar3D v4.5 and downloaded ai_ship_and_ai_ship_traffic from Fly Away about two weeks ago. At first I didn’t check whether it was working properly, but I did notice some additional ship traffic flying high over coastal areas. Last week...

Last answer ianstephens

Installing The FreeMeshX Pack

Whew! Just D/L'd the 45GB FreeMeshX-Global-2.0.zip file. There are no instructions on where to put all of these files. Here are the folders inside the zip: FreeMeshX - Africa FreeMeshX - Antarctica FreeMeshX - Asia FreeMeshX - Australia and Oceania F...

Last answer Nthabiseng

SR22- GTS Turbo G3 download install problem P3D

Aircraft doesn't have wheels and inside cockpit no instruments flys ok prop doesn't spin.. Downloaded several times same results. Even used admen. to install....

Asked 8thavnco

Robert Armstrong

MD-11 panels

I take it that this mans MD11 panel, Alain Capt will not work in P3D? ...

Asked Robert Armstrong

Installing Lukla scenery pkg in P3D

I want to install the FSX Lukla V2 scenery into P3D v3 and V5. The included installer only works for FSX. How to install into P3D?...

Asked DONALD WHYTE

Enhancing Menu Readability in Prepar3D: Options for Increasing Font Size

Is there any way to increase the default menu font size in P3d 4 or 5? MSFS permits this, but I can't run it even on a very fast gaming laptop because of my internet connection. Thanks, Cathy Howat ...

Last answer ianstephens

Where can I find a download of the Honeycomb configurations

Trying to find a download for the Beech Baron configuration for Honeycomb Alpha and Bravo hardware. Are they available anywhere on this site? Thanks. D...

Last answer David Wilkinson

Enhancing Compatibility of TrackIR5 with Prepar3D v5 on Advanced Computer Systems

TrackIR5 has always worked properly for me on multiple computer builds since it was released. It functions properly in Microsoft Flight Sim 2020 in all respects on my new rig (Verbose details below) until I play Prepar3D at which time it is simply inact...

Last answer ianstephens

Troubleshooting Drifting Eyepoint Issue in P3D with Honeycomb Alpha Yoke

In both P3D v5 and v6, when I go into an aircraft, the virtual cockpit view (eyepoint) slowly drifts down until it eventually stops below the plane. Or maybe the aircraft is slowly rising up with the eyepoint actually fixed? Actually, this might be th...

Last answer ianstephens

Troubleshooting Run-time Error 9 in FS Realtime with Prepar3D v4.5

Hello Today I want to start FS Realtime as usual, but I get this error message. Run-time error 9 Subscript out of range I started as an Admin, I also pay for this software. I have P3Dv4.5, Windows 10 Thank you for your help. Kind regards, St...

Last answer ianstephens

Troubleshooting Permissions Issue with Scenery.Cfg in Prepar3D V5

Today I have the message when I start P3DV5: YOU DO NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED PERMISSIONS TO CREATE A BACKUP COPY OF SCENERY.CFG; What, can I do to remediate this? ...

Last answer ianstephens

Resolving Carrier Tuning Issues in Prepar3D's F-14 Final Cruises

I have the final cruises installed and the RFN gauge installed in my f-14. The gauge says the carrier is tuned and identifies the Enterprise and the distance in miles to the ship, but when I try to use the go-to function I get a message that says there is...

Last answer ianstephens

RFN gauge: zone not active?

I have the Enterprise Final cruises installed. I includes the RFN carrier gauge already tuned to the Enterprise. When I go to the tools selection to try and move my aircraft to the ship, it says "The tuned zone is not active.This function cannot be use...

Last answer ianstephens

Optimizing Investment in Flight Sim Scenery: Prepar3D v6 Upgrade Dilemma

I am debating the purchase of Ver 6...I would not hesitate except that I have several hyndreds of dollars invested in Orbx sceneries and, so far, Orbx has resisted giving us a Ver 6 installer. I would welcome any of your opinions as to the smartest route ...

Last answer ianstephens

Compatibility of Prepar3D v4/v5 Add-ons with Prepar3D v6: A Comprehensive Guide

I am curious to know, Do Prepar3D v4 and v5 add-ons/mods work in Prepar3D v6? I know since the 64-bit conversion with Prepar3Dv4 that essentially anything that works with v4 should work with v5 and v6 but can you provide more guidance? I am hoping a...

Last answer ianstephens

Issues with Grand Caravan 208B Installation in Prepar3D v5 - Exceeded Serial Number Installs

Hi there, I had a lot of trouble installing my SIMSHACK Grand Caravan 208B. I have tried to reinstall it more times. Whatever I tried, when sitting in the cockpit, the fuselage is missing, Because of trying it several times, I was blocked by the server...

Last answer Ed Koorevaar

Enhancing IFR Training: Prepar3D's Flight Dynamics vs. FSX

Hi all, I've been struggling with FSX for a while trying to use it to polish my IFR skills. Sadly the flight dynamics of the aircraft are so poor it really doesn't cut it. Does anyone know how good or not Prepar3d is in this area? Many thanks....

Last answer ianstephens

Landing on Water

Does anyone know any ways or tricks allowing landing on water with Prepar3D-V4? Thanks!...

Last answer BirdyBirdy

SimWorks Studios & Landing Hook Issue

Does anyone know what is happening with SimWorks Studios? They are not responding to support questions regarding issues with any of their SWS Carrier programs. Specifically I am unable to calibrate the landing hook to any compatible plane sims in P3DV4, e...

Last answer ianstephens

FreeMeshX USA LOD12 Mesh Scenery Add-on

Is this mesh an improvement on the P3Dv5 default scenery. Thanks....

Last answer ianstephens

Preferred VR headsets for Prepar3D V4 and FSX

Hi I am using the Prepar3D v4 flight sim. I am looking at getting a VR headset, I have been looking at the Oculus Quest 2. Any thoughts on this headset? I would be interested in any feedback on other headsets being used. Hope VR Headset is the right ...

Last answer ianstephens

AI Live Traffic - Is it still active

I recently paid a monthly subscription fee for AI Live Traffic and was to get an activation code via email. Two days and no activation code. Does anyone know if AILT is still a functional service? Thanks Golfacce...

Last answer ianstephens

FreeMesh USA LOD 12

Is the FreeMesh USA LOD 12 an improvement on P3Dv5 default scenery. Thankyou...

Last answer ianstephens

Star size in P3D - stars.dat file

Hi everybody, I`m using P3dv5.3 and I would like to know how you can adjust the stars in P3d. I found a file for download where the stars are reuced to 2900 instead of 9000+, but: I`m using a 210 Degree Screen with 5m Diameter and a height of 2,50m. W...

Last answer ianstephens

TCA Captain Pack Airbus Edition Throttle Quadrant "cont

PAN PAN PAN . I have followed the instructions to calibrate the controls but the assignments are all helter skelter. throttles control the ailerons, engine start buttons contrl the flaps and on and on and on. ...

Asked Captainrick

B777 - 300 MegaPack (Luxton) Operating very poorly

I am disappointed with this package as it has so many tics? I am using P3Dv4.5 on a highly capable rig. 1. The mouse pointer stutters terribly inside the virtual cockpit making intrument settings difficult to execute. 2. The 2D panel ( Shift+1) is...

Asked paulrunge

A380 für P 3Dv5 installieren

Ich versuche schon einige Zeit, den A380 zum fliegen zu bringen. Die Dateien entzippt, im Simobjekt Airplane eingefügt, Effekte, Gauge und Sound im entsprechenden Ordner sortiert, dann war es das. Im Flugzeug - Ordner ist da natürlich der Flieger vorh...

Asked txrace

F-35 DINO, MANUAL?

DINO's Planes are excellent and they have many unknown features. Now they are all free for P3d, but almost no manuals are around. Anybody there, who knows, from which still alive source one can get them?...

Asked qaywert

Installing Liverpool 0n P3Dv4.5

Hello! I have installed EGGP Liverpool as instructed. I see in the P3D Scenery that Liverpool is installed and active. However the scenery does not change and it stays as the default scenery. What might be wrong with my installation? Regards, Dom...

Asked dnunes

Can't install Logitech's panels and instraments into P3Dv5.2

Logitech's panels and instruments work fine in P3D v4.5( No 1 SIM). My No. 2 SIM P3D v5.2 panels and instruments do not work. Logitech's responses:...it works, we are working on, reinstal, etc. One suggested on the Web that I modify one of Logite...

Last answer Johan991

USS Nimitz display

Having downloaded the USS Nimitz into P3Dv5. the AI Ships did not appear in the Addon Menu. I also did not see an AI Carriers folder which, I believe , is needed. Please advise....

Asked Pedrosi

Fix visual model for FSX aircraft

I downloaded the CL215 water bommer freeware here, and it claims that it works in P2D. I have P3Dv4. The visual model does not show up in P3D. I can fly the plaine, but you cannot see the pain from the outside. I have found this issue with other ...

Asked Finnfit

Carrier ops - no ILS

Socher@mailbox.org

Hallo Together, I am trying to use Javier's carriers for an ILS landing using the T-45 Goshawk from Dino on my P3D v4.5 (Win10). All worked well under FSX but under the new configuration I just can't get the ILS signal. Is there an enthusiast who at leas...

Asked Carrier ops - no ILS

Where do I put add on extracted files for Prepar3D

I have downloaded several planes for Prepar3D but do not know where they go. I have not fould anything in there description files. PLEASE HELP...

Last answer RadarMan

Sound on P3D

I loaded the Viscount folders on to P3D and it works but no plane sound. ATC sound is OK and other aircraft types sounds are OK. The Viscount sounds are OK on FSX. I just copied the FSX install folders to P3D. Mayb that was wrong. But the Fly Aw...

Last answer RadarMan

How do I get P3D

I have recently been watching a load of videos on twitch about flight sim X, it looked really good and graphically, awesome, So I decided to download the steam version. I have started to use it and it isnt anywhere near as good as the videos, for ...

Last answer RadarMan

AI Formation Toys V4 (HELP!!!)

Hello P3DV4.5, W1064bt, GTX10710 AI Formation Toys V4 does not install. Why? How to solve? Error message : "The application could not start because its side-by-side configuration is incorrect ....." Thank you for your answers Bonjour P3DV4.5,...

Last answer RadarMan

what to do to make the switchgear panels of aircraft gabines

what to do to make the switchgear panels of aircraft gabines more realistic plis...

Last answer RadarMan

Oxz Complete in P3d V5

Hi Does Ozx complete download work in P3D v5 via installers, I used to add the scenery in via scenery in P3Dv4 but now when I do that that all the scenery is black Thanks Wayne...

Last answer RadarMan

P3D v5 locks up

I recently installed P3D v5 on my Win 10 desktop. I am having a problem getting it to work with my Radeon R7 video card. The program locks up or gives me the error DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG when I load a flight. I have checked the directX version, it is ...

Last answer RadarMan

Ants Tiger Moth no installer

I downloaded Ants Tiger Moth V1.1.. The instructions say to run AntTMV11.exe, which I don't have. Did another download and it's still not there. I can't install it. Thank you for any assistance you can offer....

Last answer RadarMan

navaneethgireesh

Flyaway sim a380

Just downloaded this product, but the FMC does not seem to work any help?...

Last answer RadarMan

tom721-727 for FSX and P3d

I just installed this in P3d according to the directions, and it runs well, only there is no sound. Is there something else I need to do?...

Last answer RadarMan

Can FreeMeshX 2.0 be install AFTER photo realistic?

I have a few freeware photorealistic airports and areas about the airports installed. Can I install FreeMesh without removing those areas and if I do, will there be a problem?...

Last answer Flyaway

OZx Complete install

Do I need to install every exe file 3.0 and all the way to 3.5? Or does 3.5 cover everything? Thanks in Advanced, Milo...

Last answer RadarMan

how to use submarine in preapr3d

i cant use the controls in prepar 3d for the submarine, do you know waht they are default set to?...

Last answer RadarMan

Autogen for photoscenery

Hello! Where to find autogen for photoscenery? (Montenegro, Serbia, Albania....)...

Last answer BMW969

Serbia photoreal

Hi, I downloaded the photorealscenery of Serbia, there are 4 files, 0.50 m and 1 m. I understand the difference. There are two other files, North and South. Are these instead of the other files or do they have to be added on top of one of the others? Th...

Last answer BMW969

AI Assistant · New

Didn’t find your answer above?

Ask Fly Away, our AI flight sim & aviation assistant, for an instant answer — or start a new topic below and a real simmer will help.

Ask Fly Away Browse all 1 Prepar3D answers

Prepar3D — recently answered

Prepar3DPrepar3D vs FSX: what are the differences?Compare Prepar3D vs FSX: 64-bit support, graphics, performance, licensing and add-on…Read answer →

Browse by topic

MSFS FSX X-Plane Prepar3D DCS World FlightGear Train Sims Aviation General

2 pages with 63 questions.

previous12 next

Page 1 of 2