HiFlyer Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 So here's the story. A very generous and talented long time Aerofly content creator (all the way from the FS1 days) named krzysk is in the process of converting an extensive free library of aircraft to FS2. (Over 100) Be aware, these planes are in various stages of completion, from rough alpha to beta, and he has hosted them to github for users to try while he continues to work on them. Updates can be as often as every few hours, so be sure to check back often for the latest version! Downloading is simple: Download, unzip, and place the unzipped folder into the appropriate Aerofly aircraft folder. Be aware that the unzipped folder will have the Suffix -Master, which will need to be removed before the plane will appear correctly within Aerofly's aircraft selection screen. The currently available planes can be found here: https://github.com/krzysk1?tab=repositories The original thread regarding this subject, including pictures of some of the planes begins here: https://www.aerofly.com/community/forum/index.php?thread/14016-some-developments/&pageNo=1 Quote Hi,Lately I sorted out my projects and connected running versions of models to the GitHub platform. This allows me to share developed staff with others for testing. Most of models are still in the private domain as they are still in the early stage of development, but some of them are available in the public domain. You can find it here: https://github.com/krzysk1?tab=repositoriesYou can look at my repositories and see what is currently in the public domain, but also you can download models and test it! (use Clone or download green button). From time to time I will add new models there. If you create GitHub account, you can also cooperate with me to submit comments and issues, or develop these models yourself.One note: it is the platform for developers, so the models included there are Unfinished, they can have numerous errors that cause problems. I am dedicating this possibility to those who can deal with installing and testing models at their own risk (that's why I do not give instructions on how to use it )Enjoy itKrzysk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 1, 2019 Author Share Posted April 1, 2019 Latest: Piper PA-11 Cub Special for Aerofly FS2: Same Github Link: https://github.com/krzysk1?tab=repositories Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Mac Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 Hi Flyer, Looks amazing. One thing to do would be to publish a guide for newbies on how to install aircraft and sceneries etc. Some publishers provide a guide on how to install their stuff and others don't. Nothing worse than trying to figure out how to get things installed as the developer intended. Good stuff, John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Cooper Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 Hello, in this case it does seem to be very simple. 1. Download. 2. unzip. 3. remove the -Master suffix from the folder name. 4. place the unzipped folder into the Aerofly aircraft folder. 5.fly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Mac Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 Thanks Nick, I managed to get through it but some have no instructions at all. That's fine but it can turn newbies off. Will keep your little guide in a safe place and pass it on as needed. Kind regards, John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 2, 2019 Author Share Posted April 2, 2019 2 hours ago, John Mac said: Thanks Nick, I managed to get through it but some have no instructions at all. That's fine but it can turn newbies off. Will keep your little guide in a safe place and pass it on as needed. Kind regards, John. 17 hours ago, HiFlyer said: Downloading is simple: Download, unzip, and place the unzipped folder into the appropriate Aerofly aircraft folder. Be aware that the unzipped folder will have the Suffix -Master, which will need to be removed before the plane will appear correctly within Aerofly's aircraft selection screen. As a general rule, third party planes should be placed in Documents/Aerofly FS2/Aircraft or Documents/Aerofly FS2/addons/Aircraft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Cooper Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 Hello, my knowledge of Aerofly is marginal but I do wonder if the intention is to put addon aircraft on the C drive? As with P3D, most users don't want to fill their system drive with flight simulator files. Please advise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 2, 2019 Author Share Posted April 2, 2019 5 hours ago, Nick Cooper said: Hello, my knowledge of Aerofly is marginal but I do wonder if the intention is to put addon aircraft on the C drive? As with P3D, most users don't want to fill their system drive with flight simulator files. Please advise? Hmmmmmmm....... Essentially Ipacs created the Documents Aerofly folder specifically to store user created scenery, planes, and whatnot. That area is generally safe from deletion during updates, unlike the regular folders, that can be overwritten or are designed specifically for payware. (Orbx etc) There are some possibilities, however: There is an option for an "extra_user_folder" in the Aerofly main config file that allows you to specify another folder similar to C:\Users\[username]\Documents\Aerofly FS 2 (For example "D:\Aerofly FS 2") You can then put your scenery into D:\Aerofly FS 2\scenery which is what this option is designed for, and possibly it would work with aircraft as well. (I've never tried it!) To do this you would open the Aerofly Main.Mcf file (located in Documents/Aerofly FS2) and define a custom user folder by adding your location to the field: <[string8][extra_user_folder][]> Alternately, you could move the windows document folder to a new location Thirdly you could create a symbolic link. EDIT: Note that the MCF is occasionally overwritten by Ipacs updates, in which case you would have to add your custom folder location again. This is probably not the most stable option of the three I listed! EDIT2: After asking Ipacs directly, it appears that option 1 will work only with scenery, sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Mac Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 Hi Nick and HiFlyer, Thanks for your input on this. As a user I don't want to put stuff on the C drive. Especially if its a non dedicated sim pc. Having to add symbolic links or moving Win docs folder is a bit much for many users. Aircraft repaints or models are not that big but scenery is another story. One for Ipacs to think about. AFS2 is a wonderful sim in many respects and it needs to be super user friendly in this case for it to grow. Just my opinion. Thanks, John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 4 hours ago, John Mac said: Hi Nick and HiFlyer, Thanks for your input on this. As a user I don't want to put stuff on the C drive. Especially if its a non dedicated sim pc. Having to add symbolic links or moving Win docs folder is a bit much for many users. Aircraft repaints or models are not that big but scenery is another story. One for Ipacs to think about. AFS2 is a wonderful sim in many respects and it needs to be super user friendly in this case for it to grow. Just my opinion. Thanks, John. The first option I mentioned is specifically for scenery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 Grunau Baby IIb Released by Aerofly content creator kai503 : https://www.aerofly.com/community/forum/index.php?thread/14235-grunau-baby-iib-available-for-download/ A few words to the plane itself. The Grunau Baby was designed as an affordable, simple training plane. So, don't expect too much. - The gliding ratio is 1:17 at 60 km/h. With other words; don't believe to come very far.. - It can do some basic aerobatics, it's the best way to destroy a lot of altitude in shortest time. - Big ailerons, a short fuselage and a half flying rudder makes the handling a bit special. Must register to download: Great for soaring over Innsbruck!! https://flight-sim.org/filebase/index.php?file/250-grunau-baby-iib/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 From Aerofly user Argivo Quote Hi all You can download the Do27/CASA 127 from here: (Register to download ) https://flight-sim.org/filebas…/171-dornier-27-casa-127/ To install just unzip the file in your Aerofly fs2 aircraft directory Please keep in mind that I'm not a pilot so the flight model can be unreal. I tried to reflect the stol capabilities of the real airplane but I have no way to ensure that. Of course if any of you want to refine these defects you have my permission, I hope you enjoy the plane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 From Aerofly user Larrylynx (register to download) https://flight-sim.org/filebase/index.php?file/184-f104g-starfighter/ Quote Cold War era Lockheed Starfighter, 4 liveries and 14 TMD files to suit everyone. VR and 2D, VR Hands I have real ones sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 Dino Cattaneo (Indiafoxtecho) has released his beta SIAI Marchetti S-211 as freeware to the general public. https://indiafoxtecho.blogspot.com/2018/10/siai-marchetti-s-211-for-aerofly-fs2.html Thanks to him for this awesome plane!! To install the package you should drag and drop the S211 folder contained in the zip file to either the "addons/aircraft" or the "aircraft" subfolders of you Aerofly USER folder.By default your AFS2 user folder is the Documents folder - you can copy-paste this shortcut to get there.C:\Users\%USERNAME%\Documents\Aerofly FS 2You can download the S-211 for Aerofly FS2 by clicking HERE or from the FREEWARE section on the side bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Mac Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 Hi HiFlyer, Thanks for wonderful links and updates. Downloaded the Piper Cub and installed as per above. Good rendition for low and slow over Innsbruck and TE Netherlands. Spent the last hour having a blast. John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 6, 2019 Author Share Posted April 6, 2019 Piper PA-38 Tomahawk for Aerofly FS2: https://github.com/krzysk1/tomahawk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 6, 2019 Author Share Posted April 6, 2019 Edgley EA-7 Optica for Aerofly FS2: https://github.com/krzysk1/optica Detailed operating instructions in the readme included in the ZIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 6, 2019 Author Share Posted April 6, 2019 SZD-9 Bocian for Aerofly FS2: https://github.com/krzysk1/bocian Quote The SZD-9 Bocian (Polish: "Stork") is a multi-purpose two-seat sailplane that was designed and built in Poland at Szybowcowy Zakład Doświadczalny (Glider Experimental Works) in Bielsko-Biała, beginning in 1952. It was designed to be capable of fulfilling the needs of every area from training to competition flying. (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia) This is free add-on for AeroflyFS developed by Krzysztof Kaniewski, 2015 ver. 1.0 then for Aerofly FS2, February 2019 3D model by AJ MacLeod. https://github.com/FGMEMBERS/bocian Thanks to him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 6, 2019 Author Share Posted April 6, 2019 SG 38 Schulgleiter for Aerofly FS2: https://github.com/krzysk1/sorken What can I say? In VR, this thing is terrifying! Like riding a lawn chair perched on a 2 by 4 at 5000 feet. Quote Glider SG 38 was constructed by Flugzeugbau Schneider Grunau in Germany in the mid-1930s. In Sweden, the license plane was manufactured by Kockums Aerospace in Malmo, which was also selling kits to aero-clubs. The Air Force ordered their kits from AB Aerospace (AFI) in Halmstad. The Air Force called the SG-38 for G101. There’s no inside cockpit, but the ouside is nearly a copy of the one hanging inside Visby terminal airport. The name “Sorken” is equal to a “small boy” in Gotland. This is free add-on for Aerofly FS2 developed by Krzysztof Kaniewski. 3D model (for x-plane) made Mikael Åstrand, Visby 2010. Thanks to him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 11, 2019 Author Share Posted April 11, 2019 The DG-100 of 1974 is the first sailplane manufactured by Glaser-Dirks, developed from the Akaflieg Darmstadt D-38, the Standard class sailplane was designed by Wilhelm Dirks. Some DG-101 sailplanes were constructed by ELAN in Slovenia and are designed with a "G" suffix. https://github.com/krzysk1/dg101g Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 11, 2019 Author Share Posted April 11, 2019 The ASK 13 is a two-seater glider that was built by Alexander Schleicher. It was and still is widely used for ab-initio training of glider pilots. (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia) ASK13 by Simon Morley (Good ol' Simon from my Outerra days) This is free add-on for Aerofly FS, 2016 then for Aerofly FS2, 2019 developed by Krzysztof Kaniewski, Original 3D model (for FlightGear) by Patrice Poly. Thanks to him. https://github.com/FGMEMBERS/ASK13 Some features may not work as intended and this aircraft could crash your Aerofly FS2. Use it at your own risk! https://github.com/krzysk1/ask13 Installation: Unzip file and move the folder "ask13" to C:\Users~\Documents\Aerofly FS2\aircraft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 13, 2019 Author Share Posted April 13, 2019 Plane: Piper PA-11 Cub Special Float https://github.com/krzysk1/pa11f The Piper PA-11 Cub Special is a later production, two-place variant of the Piper J-3 Cub light propeller-driven aircraft, manufactured by Piper Aircraft. Original 3D design and original sound files: Adrian Fernandez Gomez (please visit www.alcala-sim.com). Original Aerofly FS 1 aircraft and Aerofly FS 2 adaptation: Krzysztof Kaniewski krzysk (at) wp.pl Aerofly FS 2 optimizations, flight physics, performance: Jan-Hendrik Hanuschik (IPACS) Tip: To start the engine grab the propeller blade and rotate the propeller. When using a mouse drag down instead of around the spinner for the best result. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 19, 2019 Author Share Posted April 19, 2019 e415 Ercoupe 415-Caddy The ERCO Ercoupe is a low-wing monoplane aircraft that was designed and built in the United States. It was first manufactured by the Engineering and Research Corporation (ERCO) shortly before World War II; Aerofly FS 2 aircraft made by Krzysztof Kaniewski. Flight Model, systems and animations by Arno54, 3D model by Khamsin (http://xpfr.org/). Some features may not work as intended and this aircraft could crash your Aerofly FS2. Use it at your own risk! Installation Unzip file and move the folder "e415" to C:\Users~\Documents\Aerofly FS2\aircraft. Note: there are no pedals = rudder is connected with ailerons https://github.com/krzysk1/e415 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 21, 2019 Author Share Posted April 21, 2019 e415 float and Skids models released, many other models updated:https://github.com/krzysk1/e415s https://github.com/krzysk1/e415f Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 24, 2019 Author Share Posted April 24, 2019 This is a Sherwood Ranger XP kit plane. Manufactured by the The Light Aircraft Company in the UK. A very cool project that lets students experience building a plane. The XP (CAT A(UK)) is a clipped wing version of the ST. Engine: D-motor LF2600 2690cc, liquid cooled, four cylinder, four stroke, 91.8hp, fuel injected, flathead Folding Wings for storage Level flight: approximately 70mph. The prime difference between the Sherwood Ranger ST (Microlight) and the Sherwood Ranger XP (Cat A) is one of wing span and wing loading. The ST has a wing span of 7.92 m and the XP 7 m, they both have the same MTOW the XP therefore has increased wing loading and a higher stall speed. Model for Aerofly FS2 made by Krzysztof Kaniewski. 3D Design by Jared Watson. https://github.com/krzysk1/rangerxp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 26, 2019 Author Share Posted April 26, 2019 Heads up!! Again, a reminder to check back often on these planes, as many are works in progress with constant updates. Currently many of these planes are having the first iteration of VR hands added, such as on the plane above: Its instructive to read the commits on these planes from time to time when there has been a recent update to see what has changed: https://github.com/krzysk1/rangerxp/commits/master Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 The Extra 330 SC is a Lycoming AEIO-580-powered single-seat aircraft with improved roll rate and easier roll stops, designed specifically for Unlimited category competition. It is actually the only single-seater aerobatic aircraft built by Extra. (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia) This is free add-on for Aerofly FS2 developed by Krzysztof Kaniewski, Original 3D model created by Martins Upitis; http://devlog-martinsh.blogspot.com/]>. Thanks to him. Flight dynamic model based on default Aerofly FS 330LX. Some features may not work as intended and this aircraft could crash your Aerofly FS2. Use it at your own risk! (Currently this aircraft has no sound) https://github.com/krzysk1/bgear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted May 1, 2019 Author Share Posted May 1, 2019 The BD-5 Micro is a series of small, single-seat homebuilt aircraft created in the late 1960s by US aircraft designer Jim Bede and introduced to the market primarily in "kit" form by the now-defunct Bede Aircraft Corporation in the early 1970s. The BD-5J version holds the record for the world's lightest single-engine jet aircraft, weighing only 358.8 lb (162.7 kg). Made by Krzysztof Kaniewski, 2015 (Aerofly FS); 2019 (Aerofly FS2) 3D model by Paul Jay Schrenker, 2007. http://www.sharecg.com/v/21677/browse/5/3D-Model/BD-5J-Model Download Here: https://github.com/krzysk1/bd5j Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted June 20, 2019 Author Share Posted June 20, 2019 SIAI Marchetti S-211 for Aerofly FS2 (Freeware) - UPDATE to version 1.05 http://indiafoxtecho.blogspot.com/2019/06/siai-marchetti-s-211-for-aerofly-fs2.html A recent update to Aerofly FS2 broke the compatibility of the freeware SIAI-Marchetti S-211 model I released for free some time ago.Here is an updated version that should fix the issue.To IPACS credit, they are now sending an email to developers to which the provide an "early warning" of possible incompatibilities, and once you get used to read the .log file of the simulator, it is relatively easy to apply the required changes. I wish I had more time to convert other planes to AFS2 - it is still far Beyond P3D or XP11 in some areas, but it is a respectable flight simulator on its own and it is still my go-to simulator whenever my friends want to try Virtual Reality at my place - performance is stellar, and even with the most complex Orbx sceneries it is super-smooth and provides a great sense of immersion.Anyway, change log is as follows:Version 1.0520/06/2019- Changed tmd code for compatibility with latest version of Aerofly FS2 And as usual it can either be downloaded by following the link on the side bar, or by clicking HERE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted June 22, 2019 Author Share Posted June 22, 2019 z526afs Zlin 526 AFS Akrobat Special is a Czech sports plane used in aerobatics. The Z-526 was originally designed by Zlin Aircraft in 1959. Made by Krzysztof Kaniewski. 3D Design: Ivan Smilauer. https://github.com/krzysk1/z526afs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted June 25, 2019 Author Share Posted June 25, 2019 Aerofly FS2 C152 freeware from Sylvain Delepierre 1.0.0 https://www.aerofly.com/community/f...another-c152-freeware/&postID=80083#post80083Hello dear Aerofly fans,I am aware that Just Flight will release a C152 soon and I'm sure it will be great.I have also been working on a C152 project for the last five month. It' certainly not as good as the Just Flight version will be but here it is.This is my very first aircraft ever. Please be indulgent with my errors.I hope you will enjoy flying it while you wait for the "full fat" version. https://flight-sim.org/filebase/index.php?file/516-c152-freeware-from-sylvain-delepierre/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted July 8, 2019 Author Share Posted July 8, 2019 Update released! Developer has uploaded a new version: -Improved flight dynamics -Added animated sun blockers -Pulling the carburetor lever now causes a slight rpm drop Please remove the old version before installing. https://flight-sim.org/filebas…-from-sylvain-delepierre/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFlyer Posted November 15, 2019 Author Share Posted November 15, 2019 Freeware Tecnam P2008 WIP: https://www.aerofly.com/community/forum/index.php?thread/14923-tecnam-p2008-project/&postID=86278#post86278 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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