Stillwater Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 Today I´ll take you on a little longer tour to some sights of the city and beyond. Sure we start at YSSY again, ... ... head towards the city center, ... ... and cross Sydney cove. After disabling FT´s landclass, the double Harbour Bridge comes up in my p3d again, even though I had disabled highways, primary and secondary roads in Vector. No good look, but I won´t care much. Taronga Zoo. Well, in real life it is there, not in FTX AU, unfortunately. In 2002 this inhabitant was looking at me... and I was faster in those days! Back to the south over Darling Harbour. Cityscape, I miss you! The area of the Olympic Games 2000. Following the motorway towards the Blue Mountains. A pleasure to see what p3d, a good landclass area and AS16 can show us. Crossing the plateau... ... to Wentworth falls. The structure of the region is much more impressive in motion. Or in real. Katoomba city to the right, the 3 sisters below. And this is the famous view towards the 3 sisters from Echo Point. Katoomba airstrip ahead... ... and below. OZx was is so great. A lovely piece of work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradB Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Mouth watering shots Gerold ...... Cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodger Pettichord Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Hey Gerold. Fine outing! I specially appreciated being introduced to Katoomba Airstrip. That looks like a must-visit. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flsm (Frank) Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 25 minutes ago, Rodger Pettichord said: Hey Gerold. Fine outing! I specially appreciated being introduced to Katoomba Airstrip. That looks like a must-visit. Thanks! It is a beaut little challenging airstrip but currently closed to fixed wing aircraft because considered unsafe. Quite a bit of political debate at the moment about possible re-opening. Magnificent surrounding scenery. So, Rodger, careful when you go in! Read more here: https://www.bluemountainsgazette.com.au/story/4760654/call-to-reopen-airfield/ Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodger Pettichord Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 8 minutes ago, flsm (Frank) said: It is a beaut little challenging airstrip but currently closed to fixed wing aircraft because considered unsafe. Quite a bit of political debate at the moment about possible re-opening. Magnificent surrounding scenery. So, Rodger, careful when you go in! Read more here: https://www.bluemountainsgazette.com.au/story/4760654/call-to-reopen-airfield/ Cheers. Thanks, Frank.The article highlights a real sadness when a man dies and the bureaucracy overreacts to such a degree as to cause his family further grief. I'll join you in staying tuned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flsm (Frank) Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 1 minute ago, Rodger Pettichord said: Thanks, Frank.The article highlights a real sadness when a man dies and the bureaucracy overreacts to such a degree as to cause his family further grief. I'll join you in staying tuned. Thanks Rodger. Chart attached to help your safety if you decide to fly in! Cheers. Flightplan_YKAT-YKAT_250108.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Harris Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Nice shots!, I was just there the other day at YKAT, looking at the possibility of capturing the photoreal imagery with my drone in some insane resolution (2cm?), need to seek permission I guess... and figure out how to avoid all the powerlines Its a bit overrun with scrub and not being maintained since Rod Hay (whom I used to do some flight training with a few years ago) had a tragic accident when his Jabiru microlight plunged into the dense forest about 300m off the end of the runway, it took 3 or 4 days to locate it due to the thickness of the bush, we call it 'tigercountry' as its so hard to get into and it swallows everything, filled with leaches, snakes and spiders. There is a new leaser now who plans to maintain it again, build a few new hangars and operate heli-tours out to Mudgee and the Wolgan valley, hopefully this comes to fruition, as the airport is invaluable for basing firebombing helicoptors during bushfire crisis... which seem to be every year now Some shots at YKAT from a few years ago And Rod (RIP mate) showing off the Jabiru to my brother And a couple from the surrounding area... the Grose valley And one from the Jamison valley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flsm (Frank) Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 5 minutes ago, Tim Harris said: Nice shots!, I was just there the other day at YKAT, looking at the possibility of capturing the photoreal imagery with my drone in some insane resolution (2cm?), need to seek permission I guess... and figure out how to avoid all the powerlines Its a bit overrun with scrub and not being maintained since Rod Hay (whom I used to do some flight training with a few years ago) had a tragic accident when his Jabiru microlight plunged into the dense forest about 300m off the end of the runway, it took 3 or 4 days to locate it due to the thickness of the bush, we call it 'tigercountry' as its so hard to get into and it swallows everything, filled with leaches, snakes and spiders. There is a new leaser now who plans to maintain it again, build a few new hangars and operate heli-tours out to Mudgee and the Wolgan valley, hopefully this comes to fruition, as the airport is invaluable for basing firebombing helicoptors during bushfire crisis... which seem to be every year now Some shots at YKAT from a few years ago ....... Nice post fellow Aussie Tim. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifejogger Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Great flight Gerold!!!!! I really enjoyed your screenshots and comments!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adambar Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Outstanding flight and shots Gerold! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chunk Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Terrific shots Gerold! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulb Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Thank you for the guided tour Gerold! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillwater Posted November 25, 2018 Author Share Posted November 25, 2018 4 hours ago, paulb said: Thank you for the guided tour Gerold! You´re welcome, Paul! 5 hours ago, Chunk said: Terrific shots Gerold! Thank you Chunk. 6 hours ago, adambar said: Outstanding flight and shots Gerold! Thanks Adam. OZx is just so good... 10 hours ago, BradB said: Mouth watering shots Gerold ...... Cheers John Take it as a teaser, John, and re-start planning for your Australia tour. Wouldn´t you have enough time to go down by ship, in case you´re not going business class? 10 hours ago, Rodger Pettichord said: Hey Gerold. Fine outing! I specially appreciated being introduced to Katoomba Airstrip. That looks like a must-visit. Thanks! Thanks for you comment Rodger. As we´ve seen you acted as a catalyst in the best possible way! 9 hours ago, flsm (Frank) said: It is a beaut little challenging airstrip but currently closed to fixed wing aircraft because considered unsafe. Quite a bit of political debate at the moment about possible re-opening. Magnificent surrounding scenery. So, Rodger, careful when you go in! Read more here: https://www.bluemountainsgazette.com.au/story/4760654/call-to-reopen-airfield/ Cheers. I did not know that, Frank. This forum is better than some "newspapers". 7 hours ago, lifejogger said: Great flight Gerold!!!!! I really enjoyed your screenshots and comments!!!!!!!! Thanks John. The comments are a constant highlight of our community. 9 hours ago, Tim Harris said: Nice shots!, I was just there the other day at YKAT, looking at the possibility of capturing the photoreal imagery with my drone in some insane resolution (2cm?), need to seek permission I guess... and figure out how to avoid all the powerlines Its a bit overrun with scrub and not being maintained since Rod Hay (whom I used to do some flight training with a few years ago) had a tragic accident when his Jabiru microlight plunged into the dense forest about 300m off the end of the runway, it took 3 or 4 days to locate it due to the thickness of the bush, we call it 'tigercountry' as its so hard to get into and it swallows everything, filled with leaches, snakes and spiders. There is a new leaser now who plans to maintain it again, build a few new hangars and operate heli-tours out to Mudgee and the Wolgan valley, hopefully this comes to fruition, as the airport is invaluable for basing firebombing helicoptors during bushfire crisis... which seem to be every year now When you, Tim, are doing aerial photos and asking for permissions my fantasy goes off... Great update with current facts, but even better are all these real shots. I am fascinated by the terminal building, which shoes how good OZx was made. Thank you so much for sharing these! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Emms Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Grand post indeed. cheers Iain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillwater Posted November 25, 2018 Author Share Posted November 25, 2018 10 minutes ago, Iain Emms said: Grand post indeed. cheers Iain Thank you Iain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Sawyer Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 All wonderful shots Gerold and Tim. I love the mix of real and sim. Sorry about you losing your friend Tim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillwater Posted November 25, 2018 Author Share Posted November 25, 2018 18 minutes ago, Jack Sawyer said: All wonderful shots Gerold and Tim. I love the mix of real and sim. Thank you Jack. A substantial part of the reals was surprising to me, and I like them as much as you do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bermuda425 Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Ultra set of shots! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillwater Posted November 25, 2018 Author Share Posted November 25, 2018 1 hour ago, Bermuda425 said: Ultra set of shots! Welcome to the Blue Mountains, Erik! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Great post and fabulous illustrations mate.. Still one of my favorite places.. The fact that it is closed to RL pilots is sad, but that is one of the beauties of simming, we can still fly into the older places that no longer exist in RL. Terry. Sorry, forgot to thank Tim Harris for his beautiful "Memories" of a great little strip, and the gorgeous Jabiru.. T. PS.. I am wondering what treasures might be coming with the update of Aus.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlosqr Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Slependit shots Gerold Number 3 my fav I wish Sydney would be upgraded as a cityscape The Katoomba airstrip looks challenging and very interesting, I was not aware of its existence, thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VH-KDK Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 An excellent post both from Gerold and Tim. It will be interesting to see how the new edition of AUS pans out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie123 Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Nice series of shots Gerold and a good choice of aircraft. I eventually purchased/installed FT Sydney to complement Orbx AU YSSY. I'm now very happy with the airfield, terminals, Botany and approaches. I have not turned off any files. (I'm pretty sure I only have one Bridge.) What files do people suggest I turn off to get the best blending of the city features? Aussie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillwater Posted November 25, 2018 Author Share Posted November 25, 2018 3 hours ago, teecee said: Great post and fabulous illustrations mate.. Still one of my favorite places.. The fact that it is closed to RL pilots is sad, but that is one of the beauties of simming, we can still fly into the older places that no longer exist in RL. Terry. Sorry, forgot to thank Tim Harris for his beautiful "Memories" of a great little strip, and the gorgeous Jabiru.. T. PS.. I am wondering what treasures might be coming with the update of Aus.. Thank you for commenting, Terry. Isn´t good to see what ideas can be created by following this simple "screenshot forum"? 2 hours ago, carlosqr said: Slependit shots Gerold Number 3 my fav I wish Sydney would be upgraded as a cityscape The Katoomba airstrip looks challenging and very interesting, I was not aware of its existence, thank you I´d be with you with such a cityscape, Carlos. Katoomba was upgraded in OZx, I think in the 3.2 edition. 9 minutes ago, VH-KDK said: An excellent post both from Gerold and Tim. It will be interesting to see how the new edition of AUS pans out. Indeed we all have some tension regarding this edition. Will we require or be able to add OZx as current? Do we have to discover the virtual continent again (yes...!)? Let´s share our hopes ans ideas! 8 minutes ago, Aussie123 said: Nice series of shots Gerold and a good choice of aircraft. I eventually purchased/installed FT Sydney to complement Orbx AU YSSY. I'm now very happy with the airfield, terminals, Botany and approaches. I have not turned off any files. (I'm pretty sure I only have one Bridge.) What files do people suggest I turn off to get the best blending of the city features? Aussie Thanks for youor comment, Aussie. The FT airport is great, but it comes with a "landclass" file which interacts with Orbx. When you deactivate this FT-Sydney-LC, you get proper ground in the city. But in parallel the double bridges come up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodger Pettichord Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 Hey stillwater. Took my flight Sydney to Katoomba today and am sorry to report that the Katoomba strip does not appear in FSX. I flew the map coordinates just to be sure, but no joy. On the other hand, the ORBx Global does a halfway decent job with the Blue Mountains valley. I also spotted two clearings close to the KAT radio point. I think I'll go back with a bush plane and see what they might offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillwater Posted November 26, 2018 Author Share Posted November 26, 2018 11 hours ago, Rodger Pettichord said: Hey stillwater. Took my flight Sydney to Katoomba today and am sorry to report that the Katoomba strip does not appear in FSX. I flew the map coordinates just to be sure, but no joy. On the other hand, the ORBx Global does a halfway decent job with the Blue Mountains valley. I also spotted two clearings close to the KAT radio point. I think I'll go back with a bush plane and see what they might offer. Bad news Rodger, seems your FSX reflects the current official status. Jokes aside: Do you have OZx installed? Ideally 3.0-3.4 with the libraries? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 You will miss many small port in Aus without Ozx.. Terry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Lars Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 Great posting, Gerold. Sydney is awesome and my favourite airport in flight sim. The location and the whole layout is just unique. Your landscape shots are great. I know what you mean, it looks fantastic in motion, you make a screenshot, then look at it and you wonder why you took it in the first place. However, this is not the case with the screens you presented us here. On 11/25/2018 at 2:14 AM, Tim Harris said: Some shots at YKAT from a few years ago Thank you a lot for showing these, Tim! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillwater Posted November 26, 2018 Author Share Posted November 26, 2018 2 hours ago, Captain Lars said: Great posting, Gerold. Sydney is awesome and my favourite airport in flight sim. The location and the whole layout is just unique. Your landscape shots are great. I know what you mean, it looks fantastic in motion, you make a screenshot, then look at it and you wonder why you took it in the first place. However, this is not the case with the screens you presented us here. Thank you Lars. Yes it is a pleasure to fly around Sydney. It fits well into FTX and OZx... Sure one could overcome the effect of the disappointing screenshot by making a video. But I´ll stay with the shots and the memories! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodger Pettichord Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 5 hours ago, Stillwater said: Bad news Rodger, seems your FSX reflects the current official status. Jokes aside: Do you have OZx installed? Ideally 3.0-3.4 with the libraries? If the Australia package is he same as OZx, then yes I have it. Libraries are up to date. Am I missing something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee Posted November 27, 2018 Share Posted November 27, 2018 LOL I just tried to fly YKAT, and I appeared to have lost the file, In fact I had failed at sometime to reinstall it..Talk about a panic Teecee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillwater Posted November 27, 2018 Author Share Posted November 27, 2018 17 hours ago, Rodger Pettichord said: If the Australia package is he same as OZx, then yes I have it. Libraries are up to date. Am I missing something? 15 hours ago, teecee said: LOL I just tried to fly YKAT, and I appeared to have lost the file, In fact I had failed at sometime to reinstall it..Talk about a panic Teecee. Dear both, I have just checked which files I have installed in my p3d. There is no special YKAT Katoomba file, it must be included in one of the standard OZx packages. Maybe @Tim Harris knows which package does contain YKAT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Harris Posted November 28, 2018 Share Posted November 28, 2018 Its been so long since I worked on YKAT, probably the earliest one in your list...3.0? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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