[MSFS] FlyingIron Simulations – P-38L Lightning v1.1.1

Changelog

v1.1.1:

– Flight Model:

– Implementation of full CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) including tuned CFD ground effect

– Improved Adverse Yaw

– Rudder, aileron and elevator fine-tuning

– Tuned dive recovery flaps

– Tuned elevator trim

– Ground Handling:

– Free castering nosewheel steering, augmented with custom rudder/propwash code (steer with rudder/propwash, differential breaking and/or differential thrust)

– Suspension re-tuning (lower static compression)

– General ground handling fine-tuning

– Fixed tailstrike after pushback issue

– Cockpit:

– Ground roll and engine vibration animation for the Yoke, RPM needles and MP needles

– New yoke animation based on actual control surface deflections

– GPS on/off function using COM1 volume knob

– GPS dimmable using the Glareshield Instrument rheostat

– Modern pilot visibility during zoom fixed

– Engine and Propeller:

– Prop RPM at higher altitudes can reach much lower RPMs

– Fuel consumption tuned

– New Lean/Rich fuel consumption logic giving correct consumption at all configurations

– Carb icing now depends on cloud density

– Slightly increased thrust during take-off roll

– Tablet:

– Added Workshop tab

– Added Hobbs meters to the Live Data tab

– Others:

– Fixed MSFS Checklist highlight issues

Description

Unmistakeable. Terrifying. Master of the skies: The fork-tailed devil.

With over 10,000 built between 1941-1944 (and nearly 4000 of these as the P-38L), the P-38 Lightning is an iconic American Warbird, easily distinguished by its unique twin-boom and central nacelle design. The “Fork-tailed devil” inspired terror across Europe & the Pacific as not only a fighter, but a highly effective fighter-bomber, night fighter and long-range escort.

The Lightning is capable of speeds up to 414 mph and an excellent rate of climb, powered by its powerful twin Allison V-1710 Engines. The Allison engines drive a 3-bladed Curtiss Electric Constant-speed propeller, counter-rotating to eliminate yaw tendencies, generating up to 1600 HP in each engine at a 2:1 gear reduction ratio. Dogfight performance is improved drastically with the addition of innovative technology for its time, such as the hydraulically powered Aileron Boosters, Manoeuvre flaps and Dive Flaps.

Features:

• High-quality, extensively detailed and accurate 3D Model & texturing brings to life every rivet, screw & oil streak of the P-38L

• Immersive Wwise Sound design built from professional recordings of a real P-38 and Allison V-1710. Highly dynamic sound design captures each detail of flight in stereo; dynamic wind noise, drag & buffer sounds, high-g effects, airframe stress & so much more!

• 9 included liveries, including Richard Bong’s iconic livery. Professional quality nose art included in many liveries.

• Detailed & Extensive simulations of the Lightnings core systems, including accurate, code-driven replications of the Lightnings Fuel, Engine, Cooling and Electrical Systems.

• Incredibly realistic Flight Model created by our newest team member, the highly respected GotGravel!

• Custom code-driven heat & thermodynamics modelling, extensive engine management simulation

• Realistic Engine Start-up modelling (don’t forget your checklists!)

• Optional Drop Tanks

• Custom damage modelling & failures, including heat damage & operating limits

• 3D GNS 430 fully integrated into the cockpit (optional)

• Modern Radio / Transponder Unit

• Inclusion of FlyingIron’s UI Tablet (optional). The tablet incorporates many useful GUI features and puts them in an easily accessible and realistic in-cockpit Touchscreen Tablet.

• Interactive checklists available to guide you through start-up and flight procedures