The release version of the MD-80v1.0 will include these features: Flight characteristics: Precise flight model. Fine tuned engine performance. Developed with the help of two MD-80 pilots. Custom systems. Engines: Engine starting and ignition system Thrust reversers Thrust Rating Panel Electrical system: APU power system with simulated start-up logic AC/DC two buses generating and...

We are pleased to announce that the Rotate MD-80 will be released in the next few days. The next pictures show the final result of the work.

Video showing the operation of the MD-80 from “cold & dark”. This first part will cover the cockpit preparation and engines start.

The MD-80 release will include ten liveries of the most popular companies that have used this aircraft in the real world. Of course Delta, AA (not ready yet) or Alitalia will be there. Check out how the first five of them are coming out!

We have incorporated several new pages of the FMS. With these aditions, navigation functionality is almost done. Here the screenshots:

We can now present you the updated feature list, as we promised some time ago. The list is not complete yet, as we are still working on it, and the features listed might still change. Flight characteristics: Precise flight model, developed with the help of two MD-80 pilots. Fine tuned engine performance. Custom systems....

The interior model and texture is also reaching a nice degree of detail. Here you can see the status of the cockpit and the passenger cabin.

While still working on it, polishing details and developing the plugin, we can already offer you some screenshots of the complete aircraft. If you look closely, I am sure you can still find flaws, but you can now fully appreciate where we are headed.