We are releasing the Rotate MD-80 v1.51 for X-Plane 12. On this occasion we have focused on adding some features and adjustments to keep up with the latest X-Plane 12 developments.

This version includes Autoland mode, Terrain display and support for Apple Silicon architecture. It also includes tuned performance model and predictions to match the latest X-Plane changes, as well as a few fixes that were reported during the last iteration.

You can find the links to get the Rotate MD-80 here.

Here is the complete changelog:

• Added AUTO LAND mode to autopilot.
• Added AUTO LAND test.
• Added AUTO G/A mode and annunciators.
• Added MAP mode with terrain display to the WX instrument.
• Added compatibility with Apple Silicon architecture.
• Added PUSH position for altitude control in FGCP.
• Added compatibility of lights for NewSky and other third party addons.
• Added compatibility with improved X-Plane de-icing system.
• Improved outflow valve wheel behavior.
• Improved autobrake friction to match landing distances.
• Improved brake temperatures logic.
• Tuned engine performance and fuel burn.
• Tuned aerodynamics.
• Tuned localizer guidance.
• Improved FMC performance predictions.
• Fixed CTD when xPilot or other addons write to multiplayer plane’s datarefs.
• Fixed RTO triggered with aircraft stopped.
• Fixed transmission for MIC selection in Audio Control Panel.
• Fixed vertical speed control wheel actuator in VR.
• Fine tuned some sounds.
• Fixed pressurization loss when descending in idle.
• Fixed a bug in vertical deviation indication.
• Fixed a bug in VVI display.
• Fixed autopilot mode transition from FMS-EPR to EPR-LIM.
• Fixed geometry in IRS annunciator.
• Added commands to control lights.
• Fixed minor bug in OpenAL initialization.
• Fixed a memory leak in VR when floating windows are resized.
• Fixed a bug in navaids processing during initialization.