drwalker Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I am thinking seriously about moving into the world of eggbeaters. Can anyone recommend a good, detailed heli add-on? I am very happy to use payware. I currently use the Saitek yoke/throttle - would I be better off with my old joystick combo for heli flying? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ White Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 The EC135 from Nemeth designs is a very popular payware helicopter, however Aussiecop, Gizmo and Butch have been making a high definition paint scheme pack that totally transforms the default FSX Bell 206 helicopter, so theres some choice for you. Russ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aceshigh Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I'm waiting on Aerosofts new Bell UH-I http://www.forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?showtopic=18527&hl=bell+Uh-l These are on my shopping list as well. http://flightsimstore.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=2_82_83_89&products_id=621&osCsid=vctku1lv9p2bj0nf4cctqn88s4 http://www.pcaviator.com/shop/viewAProduct.php?pid=1009 There are a lot of members here into choppers. They can give you more detailed advise on the best freeware or payware versions than myself.. They will know whats good and whats bad.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Mason Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 .........enter rotorhead! I would have to agree and recommend the EC135 from Nemeth, the Blackhawk from Alphasim is also really good. It depends what you are wanting really. If you are learning helo's then you cant go past the default (of course with our HD upgrade, due out soon) as it has everything you need and as you get more comfortable you can up the realism. once you are comfortable with that and you want more of a challenge I would definately recommend the just flight Schwietzer 300CBi its handling is the most realistic compared to RL (I have flown this one in RL and the sim) and on the horizon dodo sim is hopefully within the next short time releasing an FSX native Realstart 206 which is the most realistic helicopter I have seen for the sim hands down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trans_1007 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 For me its the ND Ec-135, ND Bo-105, and the Aerosoft Jayhawk. I also have the Alphasim Seasprite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Rogers Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Another vote for the Just Flight Schweizer 300CBi - it's a lot of fun and a great model. The EC-135 is pretty good too - nice VC and gauges. I just wish it had autoflight like the real one (I'll be shot down for saying that). I bought the Aerosoft Jayhawk and personally found it useless - really bad on frames, stuttery, and shimmery gauges in the VC. .....but others love it. The Nemeth CH-53 is good fun too if you want a big, meaty helo ! But I also agree with the others - The default FSX Bell is actually pretty good for a default. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Emms Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Myself im just learning to fly these eggbeaters as you put it, But i would hang back a short while before spending cash as the default Bell 206 is coming soon with HD Paint i find this quite easy to control and dont think it will tax you to much and will look fantastic with the new paint, other than that i also like the 135 EC from Nemeth i find this another good aircraft but you have to buy this one. So i dont think you will go far amiss waiting for the Bell to roll out after all its already there in your FSX . Then if you want more the 135 or what ever you decide on is there for you to buy. cheers Iain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susto Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 After getting my helo wings completing the FSX missions I couldn't help buying the EC-135 from Nemeth Designs. It is beautifully done, includes different versions, plenty of repaints on the Net and you can do a cold start (I just love pushing its buttons!) On the downside, most of the navigational instruments are useless to me, they're just too small. That's not a big problem for me, I just use the 'copter for VFR, but keep it in mind if it's important to you. Regards, Juan Andrés Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dexter Dog Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I regard higly the freeware Piasecki H-21 "Flying Banana" from over at Hover Control; but also the default Robinson and Bell 206 are great (even better with the HD paints that are coming!) The Piasecki is special though, with the Vertol model able to float, and having wheels I found it forgiving on those landings where I still hadn't quite stopped in the hover first! Lots of detail! I'm interested in the advice of a payware helo though, as I'm also looking to purchase something! Also - great looking and functioning freeware BO-105 PAH from Sim Out-house too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drwalker Posted February 2, 2009 Author Share Posted February 2, 2009 Thanks for the input guys! Screenies coming soon when I manage to get in the air Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dukester Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Just saw this Hughes 269C on AVISM. Anyone checked it out yet? Seems it may be a bit simplistic but might also be a good starter into the world of rotorcraft... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobofat Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 I regard higly the freeware Piasecki H-21 "Flying Banana" from over at Hover Control; but also the default Robinson and Bell 206 are great (even better with the HD paints that are coming!) The Piasecki is special though, with the Vertol model able to float, and having wheels I found it forgiving on those landings where I still hadn't quite stopped in the hover first! Lots of detail! I'm interested in the advice of a payware helo though, as I'm also looking to purchase something! Also - great looking and functioning freeware BO-105 PAH from Sim Out-house too! This helo is absolutely fantastic! I can't comment on flight dynamics or anything as I'm no real world helo pilot, but the model and texturing on this is grade A for a freeware! It definitely appears to be a labor of love from its creator. A good variety of models as well, and fantastic views from the virtual cockpit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 does anyone know who does a good chinook model, or if anyone is making one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 a CH47 was done by mark adams and someone else over at Hovercontrol.com search in there file downloads section for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest victor Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 does anyone know who does a good chinook model, or if anyone is making one? the only fsx native is one by ukmil the 2 at hovercontrol are portovers and dont run too well in fsx as they havent been updated otherwise if you dont want gauges and want blade bleed throughs go the HC ones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 try them both and i'm not a fan, until a good paywere comes out i wont be trying anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxter Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 My vote is for the EC-135. I'm slowly getting to grips with it and it is really rewarding. Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwikat Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 and on the horizon dodo sim is hopefully within the next short time releasing an FSX native Realstart 206 which is the most realistic helicopter I have seen for the sim hands down. I had never heard of or seen that before. Looks really interesting to say the least. My only concern is the rotor texture... ugh they HAVE to do better than that for the release. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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