SimWorks Studios – Pilatus PC–12/47 Legacy v1.7.16

v1.7.16:
– Systems:
– Fixed inoperative passenger oxygen switch

– Visuals:
– Corrected mislabeled CP466 button, now reading “Lightning” instead of “Swap”

– Manual
– Added CP466 and WX Radar section

– Tablet:
– Fixed bug causing GPS setting not to save persistently

v1.7.14:
– Tablet:
– General:
– Activated SWS tablet
– Fixes to tablet code
– Modified custom switch interactions

– Visuals:
– Interior:
– Tablet tilted to be more easily viewable when on the window

– Avionics:
– EFIS50:
– Added WX RADAR
– Modified custom switch interactions

– Cockpit:
– Modified custom switch interactions

– Air Conditioning:
– Modified custom switch interactions

– Pressurization:
– Modified custom switch interactions

– FLT Files: All: Added initialisation for WX RADAR switches
– Configuration Files: Systems.cfg: WXR RADAR Tilt and Gain made persistent

– Flight Dynamics:
– flight_model.cfg: Modified contact points to alleviate ground vibrations

Aiming to be the most detailed simulation of the fabled PC-12 to date, the SWS team have put together their most advanced turboprop aircraft yet. Featuring a highly detailed model, authentic sounds, custom avionics and smooth handling, this is the aircraft to fly in Microsoft Flight Simulator!

Powered by a 1200hp engine and a 4 or 5-bladed propeller, the PC-12 can easily operate out of short, unprepared strips as well as paved runways, while Its superb engineering ensures a smooth flight even in adverse weather conditions. Versatile by design, the PC-12 can be configured for use an executive transport, commuter, cargo carrier or even air ambulance.

Developed with the help of Pilatus Aircraft and Fly7 Executive Aviation, the SWS PC-12/47 aspires to be our best and most varied turboprop rendition in Microsoft Flight Simulator to date!

Visuals: The SWS PC-12 utilises the best techniques available in Microsoft Flight Simulator, delivering exceptional detail while retaining good performance:

• High quality model of the aircraft’s exterior with many custom animations:
• 4 and 5-bladed propeller
• Trailing link landing gear
• Nose wheel steering with free castering
• Engine bypass flap and springs (connecting to landing gear)
• Custom flap and actuator animations
• Trim tabs
• Animated de-icing boots
• Prop beta/reverse
• Propeller vortices
• Preflight: engine cowling, fuel filter compartment, tail compartment
• Horizontal stabilator trim
• Covers with strips reacting to wind speed, direction and inclined parking

• High quality cockpit interior modelling using detail textures to retain detail while reducing texture size. Numerous custom animations, including:
• Stick shaker & pusher
• Sun visors
• Sun shade
• Gust lock
• Armrests
• Movable lights and AC vents

• Three different cabin configurations with -again- many custom animations:
• Exits
• Window shades
• Tray tables (executive cabin)
• Seat armrests and tilting
• Toilet door, light, flushing (executive cabin)
• Drawers -gravity affected (executive cabin)
• Passengers & luggage (executive and commuter cabin)
• Cargo crates (cargo cabin)
• Operator-specific items

• Custom liveries from the fleets of Fly7 and Tradewind, including authentic interiors
• Two custom, SWS-created liveries
• White livery for repainters

• Flight Model:

• Realistic flight model created by the developers after experiencing the real aircraft and training in the PC-12 simulators.
• Verified with the help of real PC-12 pilots in the testing team.
• Realistic engine: performance, beta, ITT and other parameters were created as closely as MSFS allows.

• Aircraft Systems & Avionics: Many custom systems were created to ensure an authentic experience, while also featuring the first fully custom avionics created by our team. Some of the custom systems modelled:

• EFIS50
• Engine Instrument System
• Thommen DC20 Chronometer
• Aileron-rudder interconnect
• Custom yaw damper
• Stick shaker & pusher
• Environmental Control System
• Cabin Pressure Control System
• Ready for Integration with PMS50 and TDS GTN Systems
• Full interior and exterior lighting

• Sounds: The SWS PC-12 comes with a rich soundset, containing more than 2800 authentic sounds recorded from multiple real aircraft! The sounds feature:

• Different sounds for 4 and 5-bladed propellers
• Authentic engine sounds
• Gear & flap actuators
• Aural warnings and avionic sounds
• Audible switches, levers, doors, windows – if it moves, it can be heard!
• Many ambient sounds

• Manual: PDF manual included in add-on folder