After being in beta for over six months, Flight Procedures Simulation released its SSG B747-8 update version 2.8 for X-Plane 12. The main improvements include flight dynamics, manual and automatic flight guidance, flight performance, fuel consumption, and MCDU features, among others.
SSG B747-8 Main Improvements
In the changelog, the developer elaborates on the main improvements included in this “huge update,” which has been extensively tested by many beta users. The key updates include, but are not limited to:
- New algorithm for fuel/time prediction and improved step climb, considering cost index
- Improved SIDs magenta lines (track)
- Improved vertical navigation (VNAV)
- Improved auto-thrust functionality
- Better speed and altitude restrictions
- Faster flight plan loading
- Support for latitudinal and longitudinal waypoints
Additional Notes
In summary, Flight Procedures Simulation has continued to refine its Boeing 747-8, the only aircraft of its type available for Laminar Research’s flight simulator. This update will be exclusive to X-Plane 12, as the developer has announced it will no longer update this aircraft for X-Plane 11.
Known within the aviation community as the “Queen of the Skies,” the plane currently retails at X-Plane’s Store with a 27% discount, bringing the final price to $43.00. More information about the changelog and installation instructions can be found on X-Plane’s forum. If you would like to read more about X-Plane, check out our latest article on the X-Plane 12 ATC Update.
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