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Post by thomas on Jul 27, 2021 10:18:25 GMT -5
The PMDG DC-6 for P3D v4.5 has an option to do away with the GPS and it's likely the the MSFS version will also have that option. The same goes for the A2A Connie. As enticing as MSFS looks visually, the above classic add-on will be few and far between. Compared to something like what’s available for FS9. Looking at screenshots and videos of users in their DC-6 flying over modern cities and in and out of current airports really losers the appeal. And whoever at PMDG decided to put a iPad checklist, and a modern gps in the cockpit should be horse whipped! Out….rageous.
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Post by Pacific SMX on Jul 27, 2021 13:18:02 GMT -5
I have to admit that I too have succumbed to having just purchased the PMDG Dc-6 for MSFS. I haven't really had much of a chance to fly it but must say I'm impressed in that I was actually able to take off and land on my first flight. The cockpit is a real standout, especially if one is lucky enough to have a VR headset (I have the Quest 2). The vast majority of the gauges work and having to visualize in VR and release the throttle lock is a nice touch. PMDG put a lot of time and effort into both the model and the documentation and it shows. I agree that having a GPS unit is a drawback and I'm also hopeful that PMDG gives us an option to delete. The I-pad as well is out of place, but, at present, it's the only way to operate doors, etc.., at least in VR. The only real drawback and what will be a deal breaker for most folks is that your only option is to fly it in the present. That, unfortunately, is a big issue and I'm not sure that we'll ever see that change, at least for the foreseeable future. I'm glad I purchased it as I can fly it in VR. I think though I'm just as happy flying our CalClassic DC-6 in FS9 and FSX because of the authenticity of the scenery if anything else. Well, that's my two cents, for what it's worth.
Regards, Phil
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