Just Fly Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 Hi there! I mostly fly GA bush planes, and I'm looking for a new plane to continue to explore PFJ and PNW (and perhaps SAK in near future ). I was thinking about getting Sibwings' Birddog. After seeing some screenshots, I'm not sure though. It seems to me that the VC lacks detail (blurry textures?) and that the external model is a bit simple. These are only impressions, though, and that's why I'm asking you folks if it's worth the money. What do you think about this plane? Thanks in anticipation, Just Fly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreeBird Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 Love the dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vora Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 After seeing some screenshots, I'm not sure though. It seems to me that the VC lacks detail (blurry textures?) and that the external model is a bit simple. These are only impressions, though, and that's why I'm asking you folks if it's worth the money. What do you think about this plane? Thanks in anticipation, Just Fly Uhm... blurry? Lacking detail? Simple? I suspect you only saw lowres pics of it. The plane is absolutely detailed and crisp like any of Sibwings birds. Being a military observation plane it's highly motorized (other than cub or C152 of the same size) and has a very good view from the (crisp and detailed) cockpit. You can explore the landscape with 130 kts all the way down to 60 kts. Also, it comes with skis and pontoons as well. In short, a wonderful plane for PNW PFJ TFJ SAK. I use it very often. My advice: absolutely go for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockliffe Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 It's a no brainer! Just buy this bird, she's great. Just as an opinion, but I prefer it to the A2A Cub. Great fun, with excellent soundest and FDE, and she flies at a good speed too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt Pugwash Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 Got it and love it, especially the amphibian version...I bagged it in one of their sales so it was a steal, also don't forget to grab their latest release the Antonov AN-2, now that has an awesome cockpit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Fly Posted June 23, 2013 Author Share Posted June 23, 2013 OK, thank you, chaps! I had doubts about it, probably because I saw pics only from the initial release. I had the impression it was an a bit outdated, low poly-model. For example I saw this: See the throttle lever? And the low-res texture on the "box" it's attached to? Or the low-res instrument? That's what I was referring to. I guess I'm spoilt by the HD airports and planes ORBX offers us! That being said, I know there's a major update that's been released in 2011, so they may have fixed that in the meantime without updating the screenshots. Of course, I'm not trying to be mean or to show all its flaws, I'd just like to know if you've experienced what can be seen above. It catched my eye, because I had a very positive impression at first thanks to Youtube videos, and I was surprised to see these litte details. And I'll sure be grabbing the AN-2, it looks amazingly stunning (can you say that? )! By the way, does anybody know where I can find this VC HD repaint: http://forum.sibwings.com/viewtopic.php?f=22&t=685&start=100#p5590 If I can find it, I sure won't be hesitating anymore! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnG Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 despite the fact I rarely fly the birddog, I think it has one of the most beautiful 3d cockpits I own. I have no doubts that if you zoom way in like those shots, that some of the textures are a little blurry. I don't think it's been "fixed" in other words. If those pics would keep you from buying this thing, I don't really know what to say, other than I think you would be missing out on a very fine aircraft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 Uhm... blurry? Lacking detail? Simple? I suspect you only saw lowres pics of it. The plane is absolutely detailed and crisp like any of Sibwings birds. Being a military observation plane it's highly motorized (other than cub or C152 of the same size) and has a very good view from the (crisp and detailed) cockpit. You can explore the landscape with 130 kts all the way down to 60 kts. Also, it comes with skis and pontoons as well. In short, a wonderful plane for PNW PFJ TFJ SAK. I use it very often. My advice: absolutely go for it! Vora, same size as a C152 or Cub? You are mistaken. It is way bigger and has more engine than those two. It has a 200hp Continental and weighs 1600 lbs, compared with the Cub (65hp and 700 lbs, the Super Cub at 150hp and 930 lbs, and the Cessna 152 at 110hp, 1100 lbs) The Sibwings BirdDog is excellent (after they fixed the air model in the patch). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rotrhed Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 Absolutely must have! It's a great bird and awesome in the bush. It's STOL capabilities make it able to get in and out of just about anywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spud Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 The O-1 was/is a military version of the C-170 introduced in 1950. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simnut Posted June 24, 2013 Share Posted June 24, 2013 Great little aircraft, I imagine you'll be quite happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Fly Posted June 24, 2013 Author Share Posted June 24, 2013 Aaaarrrgggg... I'm almost sold, guys! Still, anyone for that VC repaint? By the way, does anybody know where I can find this VC HD repaint: http://forum.sibwings.com/viewtopic.php?f=22&t=685&start=100#p5590 If I can find it, I sure won't be hesitating anymore! EDIT: found this web-page, seems to be the same guy. Still no download, though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shortspecialbus Posted June 24, 2013 Share Posted June 24, 2013 I really wish someone (A2A I'm looking at you) would make a really good super cub. -stefan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Rexbo47 Posted June 25, 2013 Share Posted June 25, 2013 I love the Bird Dog. I just wish there were more paints for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Fly Posted June 26, 2013 Author Share Posted June 26, 2013 Thanks for your advice, chaps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Fly Posted July 8, 2013 Author Share Posted July 8, 2013 Finally bought it, and I have to say, chaps, what a treat! It's definitely one of the most beautiful, realistic planes I have ever flown in FSX! Those pics on their product page really don't make it justice, it's so much better than that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockliffe Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Finally bought it, and I have to say, chaps, what a treat! It's definitely one of the most beautiful, realistic planes I have ever flown in FSX! Those pics on their product page really don't make it justice, it's so much better than that! See, we all told ya. Now you need to do yourself a favout and get the Antonov Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Fly Posted July 8, 2013 Author Share Posted July 8, 2013 See, we all told ya. Now you need to do yourself a favout and get the Antonov Done! Bought it right away with the BirdDog. Can't wait for the weekend to check it out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Capt Pugwash Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibidut Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Im also sold and/ or brought . After i brought the AN-2 and also read this thread, i also must have this plane for my Hanger. The Forum is also great and the developers is also very quick to correct items/problems or respond when necessary.(there is also updates for AN-2). LOVE Firms, that appreciate the costumers meanings and thourgths. Some of the BIG Firms dont, thats there problem, i would never spend i Dime again, on those Firms. I think you know who. Kind regards Henrik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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