Ash624 Posted March 31, 2023 Share Posted March 31, 2023 I have quite a few Orbx scenery addons and love the extra immersion they bring. Is there anyway of asking for airports to be updated to reflect layout changes? Is there an assigned part of the forum for this? I refer specifically to EGLC, London City, a very detailed airport, great job Orbx. The airport has significantly changed since the Orbx scenery was developed as there is now a long taxiway parallel with the runway (Tango), and an additional "East Apron". There used to be a requirement to have to "back track" if landing on runway 09, now no longer required. As I do all of my flying on Vatsim, I can no longer use the Orbx scenery as I cannot follow instructions, which is a shame. I would be more than happy to pay for an update. The Orbx EGLC is now out of date and does not reflect the real world. Ian 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greybeard Posted March 31, 2023 Share Posted March 31, 2023 On your knees with your hands clasped in front may help. The request for an update has been requested by many before you and the answer has been a resounding no. Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bvdboomen Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 (edited) Orbx has stated in the past that the airports they make are snapshots in time. They do not intent to keep them updated until some developer, being independent or Orbx's feels like it could use the update like they did with Brisbane and Stockholm. Sometimes another developer makes a new version of an airport like Canberra for instance. When Orbx made the airport, there was a large construction site. Now, there is a new version, not by Orbx, where the site is finished. Edited April 2, 2023 by bvdboomen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Cooper Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 Hello Ian, in the specific case of EGLC, which flight simulator do you use when flying with Vatsim and do you know what version of EGLC that the controllers and your fellow Vatsim pilots are using that does include the new taxiway and apron that you mention? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash624 Posted April 3, 2023 Author Share Posted April 3, 2023 On 4/2/2023 at 8:31 AM, Nick Cooper said: Hello Ian, in the specific case of EGLC, which flight simulator do you use when flying with Vatsim and do you know what version of EGLC that the controllers and your fellow Vatsim pilots are using that does include the new taxiway and apron that you mention? Hello Nick, Thanks for your response. I use MSFS. There appear to be some people using Orbx and doing runway turn arounds/backtracks, others like me now using the scenery addon from flightsim.to. Sadly, the addon scenery is not Orbx standard, but at least its updated to reflect the real world. If true as per above comments, shame if Orbx ignore requests to update an airport, that's a poor business stance in my opinion. I prefer using the addon scenery that's accurate (but less detailed) than Orbx out of date scenery, I know that's my choice. I also appreciate that airports change quite a lot, and it must be challenging to continually update every airport in Orbx's catalogue. But, many flight simmers want accuracy, not out of date. EGLC is out of date. Thanks again for taking the time to reply. Ian https://flightsim.to/file/7838/new-london-city-airport-eglc-expansion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Cooper Posted April 3, 2023 Share Posted April 3, 2023 Hello, In this case, Orbx EGLC is acknowledged to be well and truly due an update and I have been told that one is scheduled. I have not been told when it might be complete, or whether it might be free of charge or not. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash624 Posted April 4, 2023 Author Share Posted April 4, 2023 15 hours ago, Nick Cooper said: Hello, In this case, Orbx EGLC is acknowledged to be well and truly due an update and I have been told that one is scheduled. I have not been told when it might be complete, or whether it might be free of charge or not. Thanks Nick, that's nice to hear. In reality, we all have to accept that as a business, Orbx has to make money, so any additions/updates has to be financially viable too. Amending scenery must take a fair bit of time, and this I assume is targeted at "popular products" that sell well. I do hope that EGLC is one of them. Thanks for taking the time to respond again. Ian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Hannant Posted April 22, 2023 Share Posted April 22, 2023 (edited) In terms of VATSIM, UK controllers should take into account scenery differences - in fact the aerodrome manual for VATSIM UK controllers states: Quote Note: London City has undergone multiple expansions and pilots may be operating with scenery that does not match current charts. The initial eastern apron extension (stands 21-24 and holds D and E) are available in most sceneries, although some pilots using default scenery will only have stands 1-14, the GA apron, and holds A, B and C. The 2020 eastern apron extension including stands 25 and above, the parallel taxi-lane extension, and hold F are not reflected in the vast majority of sceneries and should not be used unless the pilot confirms they are available. So while it's not ideal that there isn't updated fidelity scenery, you should still be accommodated on the network flying in/out of there. Edited April 22, 2023 by Trevor Hannant 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skystar Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Visiting ABBA VOYAGE in London I've been flying in and out EGLC the last 2 days. While trying to simulate the same flights in MSFS I also noticed the slightly outdated "Time Snapshot" of the Orbx Version. OK, hoping there might be an update incl. the new Taxiway parallel to the RWY sometime, I'd like to mention those lovely signs, posted twice at all Holdingpoints to the RWY in front of the Terminal Building: CAUTION YOUR BLAST 😃 Cheers Ralf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Hannant Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 While Orbx ponders in the background, UK2000 have announced they will be releasing an updated version on 4th May. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Hannant Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 Looks like our wishes will soon be granted - but paid update or free...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wain71 Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 I just read paid on FSELITE.... 4 hours ago, Trevor Hannant said: but paid update or free...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stiletto2 Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 At the end of Threshold's upcoming Orbx EGLC teaser article, it reads, "...previous owners will be able to get their hands on it for a small upgrade fee." Click here for the Threshold release. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pilot100 Posted May 3, 2023 Share Posted May 3, 2023 (edited) ON Elite Website - but not here apparently as yet....... orbx Announces EGLC London City Airport v2 for MSFS A brand new version of London City will be soon released from Orbx, bringing it… MSFS Comments (12) Posted: 02-May-2023 @ 08:34z Listen to this article 0:00 / 1:24 1X BeyondWords Orbx has today announced that they will soon be releasing a brand new version of their London City Airport (EGLC) for Microsoft Flight Simulator. Edited May 3, 2023 by pilot100 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfko Posted May 3, 2023 Share Posted May 3, 2023 (edited) Also here in the announcement forum, upgrade costs are USD 5.00. Edited May 3, 2023 by wolfko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pilot100 Posted May 4, 2023 Share Posted May 4, 2023 so that'll be 0.5 of an ORB as well!!!! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LCYCowboy Posted May 19, 2023 Share Posted May 19, 2023 I bought Orbx EGLC v1 on the Aerosoft store (can't remember why I didn't use the Orbx store, think I had a voucher left for Aerosoft). How do I go about upgrading to V2? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Correia Posted May 19, 2023 Share Posted May 19, 2023 15 hours ago, LCYCowboy said: I bought Orbx EGLC v1 on the Aerosoft store (can't remember why I didn't use the Orbx store, think I had a voucher left for Aerosoft). How do I go about upgrading to V2? Aerosoft will be replicating the upgrade discount in their store. This should be available this coming Monday/Tuesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kodiak73 Posted May 20, 2023 Share Posted May 20, 2023 These days it seems that quantity(profit)is more important than quality!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riorlann32 Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 Hi Ian, I share your passion for Orbx scenery addons and the added immersion they provide during flights. It's disappointing when airport layouts change, leaving the scenery outdated. Fortunately, Orbx has a forum where you can request updates and improvements for specific airports. I encourage you to visit their forum and look for the section dedicated to scenery updates or airport requests. By voicing your feedback and willingness to pay for an update, you increase the chances of seeing the changes you desire. Happy flying! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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