FlightSim Studio AG, also known as FSS has updated their well-known E-Jets series for Microsoft Flight Simulator, bringing many anticipated changes to their Embraer 190/195 and 170/175. The information about this update was shared via their Discord server.
New Autopilot Logic
Carson from FlightSim Studio starts with their new so-called Autopilot 2.0. This follows the success of the previous update of ILS logic in the aircraft. These four planes now include the new GO AROUND mode not previously featured with the default Microsoft Flight Simulator autopilot.
The planes now also simulate Overspeed mode correctly, and autopilot and auto thrust will automatically adjust pitch and thrust to prevent the Embraers from going Overspeed. Embraer planes are also known for their TCS feature, which allows pilots to hold a button on the yoke, temporarily disabling autopilot and re-engaging afterwards. However, FlightSim Studio decided to make this automatic. If you move your physical hardware, the autopilot will be temporarily disabled.
The team also replaced the default flight simulator’s pitch and trim logic in their aircraft. This should ultimately result in better pitch on glideslope for example. Unfortunately, FlightSim Studio’s new autopilot logic can’t yet follow the LNAV path, thus for this part of the flight it is still managed by the default autopilot. This should change with the implementation of their custom FMS later this year.
Direct on SID/STARs Now Possible
A huge and highly anticipated change for the Embraer aircraft is now available. The team has found a workaround in the default FMS system to allow directs on Standard Instrument Departures or on Standard Terminal Arrivals. This will especially make online network flying much easier for both you as a pilot and for controllers.
Other Improvements FlightSim Studio Made
Not only did the 190/195 and 170/175 receive new autopilot logic and SID/STARs direct possibility, but the developer also made changes to the PFD. The team added the approach status annunciations on the third line of the FMAs. This will now display the approach type and whether it is active while performing an approach.
If you would like to learn more about the FlightSim Studio’s Embraers, make sure to read our article here.
