You need to pick up this route during the Iditarod sled dog races in March. The race starts in Anchorage and ends in Nome. I am sure there are lots of flights during that time 👍
@anbu9410 ай бұрын
what is the benefit of buying the G500 addon over the stock G1000? There is an addon aircraft I want to buy and it says it has the G500 in it but has to be purchased to use with the aircraft.
@virtualgeneralaviation10 ай бұрын
That's a good question. There are various reasons one might buy the G500 add-on. For me, it was the diversity of flying with a different avionics suite. However, the main reason, IMO, is that many sim pilots are also real-world pilots. If I had a G500 in my real-world aircraft, I'd certainly want one in my sim. I can't imagine that the G500 is required in the aircraft you're interested in. The G500 is usually an option. Double check. I'm reasonably sure the airplane comes with a built-in avionics suite: Analog gauges or the G1000.
@anbu9410 ай бұрын
@@virtualgeneralaviation that's a good point. This aircraft does have 2 variants, the steam gauges and the G500.
@jeffwells181011 ай бұрын
I understand why you named it a “POOP-SHOW”, but I think it is a great example of a pilot troubleshooting multiple problems under pressure. I could hear the stress in your voice (even a choice word or two) and it was a great example of the “fight or flight response”. I know you didn’t have much flight time in the King Air 350, but any aircraft system(s) could fail and an experienced pilot could be facing the same type of issues. I appreciate you talking us through your own check list as you were working keeping the plane flying. I sure one of those “spit and polished” creators would have thrown this one in the bit bucket. I am glad you uploaded this video as I learn and remember more from close calls then a perfect flight. Thanks for doing what you do.
@WR5RR11 ай бұрын
Back in the days when I worked on KC135 aircraft and we had to do a compass swing, we had to note the current magnetic deviation for our surveyed swing location. So the runways compass heading have to be updated.
@WR5RR11 ай бұрын
I am not familiar with this aircraft either. I just never fly a Beechcraft aircraft. I have been at a loss, a few times to select the CDU for GPS, with my favorite piper twin. If so I just select the heading mode and follow the GPS route.
@virtualgeneralaviation11 ай бұрын
Hi Ron, Thanks for the comments. The video was still processing when you viewed it. The resolution should get better soon.
@WR5RR11 ай бұрын
Ok I could only get 360 fpm, now I know why. Thanks for all.@@virtualgeneralaviation
@RonaldMcEachern-rc4wr Жыл бұрын
Iam glad you enjoyed that
@RonaldMcEachern-rc4wr Жыл бұрын
Iam glad you enjoyed that 😊
@VirtualAviationAviator Жыл бұрын
I did. Big time. You oughta try it.
@jeffwells1810 Жыл бұрын
I want to thank you for the honorable mention in your video. I enjoyed your video as always. I especially liked the “in flight” music. I am not a video person but I am sure it was a lot of work. It seemed to keep a nice tempo to the video yet not cover up your voice. A job well done. I am sure that I speak for your subscribers that if you need to take a break creating content we all understand. My great uncle once told me something like (it has been over 50 years ago), “A man can’t stand right with the world if he’s not right with his family and he can’t stand right with his family if he’s not right with the Lord.” If there is anything I can do or you just need someone to listen, please feel free to contact me. Take care and thanks again.
@jeffwells1810 Жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you both for sharing 👍
@VirtualAviationAviator Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jeff.
@MelvinLeroy Жыл бұрын
That smile said it all.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
yup. I suppose it did. Thanks!
@vincentwilliams2306 Жыл бұрын
Hi frank , i purchased X - Plane 12 Mu-2 and I can control the throttles and reverse with my mouse, due to I'm using an old joy stick for now. It works ok for me because at take-off, just set the throttles at 95% Torque and just leave it until you are ready to adjust the speed for landing. Landing is challenging using the mouse, but I can get full reverse.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. It's somewhat of a more squirrelly plane to fly, IMO.
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
Good information video Frank, Thanks! I don't use X-Aviation airplanes very much. When I load an X-Aviation plane I'm asked for the S/N too often even though I have used it before and entered the S/N. You can't copy and paste the lengthy s/n, type every character, blah-blah.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Hi Ron. I enjoy reading your comments. Anyhoo, I have had a different experience with X-Aviation aircraft. I get prompted for my email and S/N only when I add or update an aircraft. I've been hanging out (in the forums) with the guys at X-Aviation, and I can tell you they work hard to ensure their airplanes provide a higher level of immersion than some. They are a great bunch of guys, BTW. Also, a new version of the software that prompts for credentials is in beta and, I think it is more airplane specific.
@emiliofernandez7570 Жыл бұрын
Phenomenal!!
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@emiliofernandez7570 Жыл бұрын
Phenomenal!!
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@geofflawrence8995 Жыл бұрын
there may be a video here but the audio is so terrible I cannot listen to it and understand a word
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Hmmm.., while there may be some parts where I talked too low, I'm unable to reproduce your issue with the audio.
@CubPilot84 Жыл бұрын
I was one of the folks getting lit up in the MSFS forum just for trying to let people know what they could be doing on XP12. I believe one person actually called me a "shill" 😆
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
LOL - Just gotta sometimes laugh, right? I like to say, "Just don't call me late for dinner." It really is amazing how mean-spirited some folks can get once they retreat into their corners. I see the same thing in politics, unfortunately. Thanks for commenting, Travis.
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the nice flight Frank! Yes the 206 is still one of my favorite aircraft.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed it. I have an abbreviated version of the same flight going up (2/27/23) on my Frank White Channel. Thanks for your support.
@CristianCalhoun Жыл бұрын
Loved it! Turn off the instrument tips, they are huge and distracting, made for XBOX users.
@VirtualAviationAviator Жыл бұрын
Thanks for commenting. I finally turned off the tips and was able to fly the aircraft.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Noted!
@DarKVoid1_YT7 ай бұрын
hello, i got the same problem right now, i cant turn on the fuel, and i have instrument tips off, what can i do?
@JReuland Жыл бұрын
Why Sir you don't make a trial first alone before recording a video for the public? I can also try to discover what button does what! Fortunately I can understand and follow videos in 5 languages!😱
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
I could, but I make videos for the joy of it. I don't want it to become "work". Thanks for asking.
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
Love the 206, wish the interior lights were brighter. Turned all the way up and not so good, but I love the airplane. The C2006T has been updated for X12.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Ron, I can see why you love this plane. It's great.
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
@@virtualgeneralaviation I just wish the panel lighting was better, dark and not easy to read the instruments without zooming in.
@SmozzZy Жыл бұрын
Hey Frank! Just wanted to say… keep up the awesome content! I love x plane GA planes! Keep up the good work, and new subscriber!
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Thanks Smozzzy. We share our love of GA planes. Have holidays full of wonder.
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
Great flight, my favorite airplane in XP12. Many thanks Frank!!
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
The C206 was a treat to fly. I'll have to take it up again on a clear day. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
Have you tried this aircraft in XP12?
@VirtualAviationAviator Жыл бұрын
Hi Ron, No, I haven't tried the Caravan in XP12, yet. However, I flew the C206 today. Partly, because you'd commented on how well it flies. I really enjoyed flying the 206, and I believe it's fully supported in XP12. Most of my aircraft from XP11 can be flown in XP12. However, Laminar Research (LR) changed quite a bit of the underlying code in XP12. These changes, as I understand it, have quite an effort on stuff like engine power - either too much power or too little - among other stuff. The planes will fly but perhaps not as close to their real-life counterparts like they did in XP11. ( I watched all two hours of Hotstart chasing down the errors, in XP12 for the TBM 900, in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKuTh6mcmt-Bp9U) Now that XP12 is stable, I plan to make publish a bunch of videos flying everything from the Skyhawk C172 to the Challenger C650. I should be able to publish a video on the Citation X in a day or so. I plan to wait for the XP12 updates before I fly my old favorites from XP11. Thanks for asking about the Caravan.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
What @@VirtualAviationAviator said. 🙂
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
@@VirtualAviationAviator Thanks Frank, Yes I have logged lot's of time in the 206. XP12 is my go to sim. Most aircraft in 12, i haven't tried many of the native, don't have working external lights. The panels are very dark too. Best to and all your family,"Merry Christmas". Thanks for the videos you provide.
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
@@VirtualAviationAviator The C206 is a great plane to fly, I really enjoy it. Here is another one that works great in X12, Belanca Super Viking from X-Hangar. The works perfectly but astheticaly is a little lacking.
@jeffwells1810 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your video. This is my first time trying to fly a jet, only done GA. Your check list has been invaluable to me. I think LR has dropped the ball on documentation for this fine aircraft. If it wasn't for folk's like you on KZbin I would have just gave up. Do you know why the plane lost thrust. I noticed it looked like there was no oxygen pressure on the gauge but I don't think that would have caused the engine's not to have thrust, not sure, still learning. Thanks again
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Jeff, I'm happy the checklist is helping. I've found that there are many planes that I can't start without a checklist. The X does auto-start using Ctlr-E. I mistakenly referred to the environmental PACs as bleed-air in the video. The bleed-air is on the APU. I too, fly GA aircraft 100% and am recently working my way into business jets. Anyhoo, the X is a blast to fly. I really hope the community will begin modding this aircraft. I'd love to see 95% of the systems emulated, if not 100%. Stay safe and blue skies.
@MelvinLeroy Жыл бұрын
You stayed nice and calm throughout. I’m glad I’m not the only one who doesn’t always know things like fuel burn, best glide rate, etc. it’s an area of improvement for me to be sure.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Huh? fuel burn, best glide? Whatcha talking 'bout, Melvin? Not to mention "landing gear" hahaha....
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
Set the CDI to GPS for GPS flight.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
It took me awhile but I finally figured it out at 1:09:58.
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
Have not tried this aircraft. maybe I should, looks interesting. I have been flying the Thranda 206 in XP12. It's vey good.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
I've got the C206 also. Thranda does great work on their aircraft. I've been spending so much time learning to fly business jets, I've been neglecting my piston fleet. Perhaps, I'll record a flight or two it the 206.
@romantic340 Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite aircraft, I purchased the X-Plane 12, but going to stay with X-Plane 11, until its out of early access, new subscriber and here to learn.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Yeap, the Citation X and the Hotstart Challenger are my two favorite X-Plane aircraft. Staying with X-Plane 11 is a good idea at the moment. I've only been able to complete about 10% of any flight, over an hour, in XP12. At the time of this reply, it's at RC3 but it's still wonky.
@Doug4817 Жыл бұрын
Thank you a lovely calm exploration of a beautiful plane. really did enjoy it and learnt quite a bit.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Thanks Doug, for the kind words😀. If you really want to learn to fly this plane, check out my full checklist video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4OlnYFqrd6Ij7s. There's a link in the notes to download the checklist. I still can't believe this is a default aircraft.
@Doug4817 Жыл бұрын
Thanks I will check it out you are right how is this a default aircraft, things are really looking up
@user-bt2lx4gy7h Жыл бұрын
"aww-skill-ate" like oscillate? Have I been mispronouncing it my whole life?
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Hmmm... I've been speaking English my whole life and I struggle with a lot of words. Can you imagine me trying to speak a foreign language? I'll have to re-watch the video to hear how I butchered the word 😅
@stuartrutman4885 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great video. Any idea if the CH Throttle Quadrant will work with MSFS 2020 as well ? Thanks for your help.
@VirtualAviationAviator Жыл бұрын
I'm sure the CH Products Throttle Quadrant will work with MSFS. I made this video 2 days after the sim went public. At this point, I believe the sim contains profiles that will automatically recognize the rudder pedals and the yoke with the throttle quadrant. Of course, you can tweak the profiles using the information provided in this video. Hope this helps.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Yes it will
@andrewletaev2097 Жыл бұрын
Not bad for first flight ;) Citation Ten is really great plane and a lot of experience required to handle it. Nice to see below your comment about EagleSoft memories. I compared XP 12 version with Eagleasoft and see that GREAT JOB was done by XP 12 programmers and this "default" model has great flight dynamics and accurate modelled systems. Especially FMS with Lnav and Vnav functios. Nice to see that some bugs from first beta releases were fixed and now this bird can be compared with Payware ES model. If you have it you can use their documentation here. As I remember, the checklist was available from their website for free download. All the best to you in Jets Study !!!
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Apologies for the delay in responding. I thought I'd replied months ago. The X was my absolute favorite jet in FSX; ahh, the good old days, right? I liked the direction the Eaglesoft checklist was going. It seemed logical to me. So I used it as a template for developing one suited to the X. For those of you who don't know, the checklist can be found here: ewhitecap.com/files/Citation%20X%20checklist-v2.03.pdf
@andrewletaev2097 Жыл бұрын
@@virtualgeneralaviation Great Job. Thank you for the checklist. I also missed to check Laminar Research Citation X folder to check their documentation ;) Good Idea, Thanks. So, are you PPL holder or student in real life, as I understand from your stream ?
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
@@andrewletaev2097 I was a student pilot years ago. Never got my PPL. At this point, it's no matter 'cause I don't think I'd fly enough IRL to stay proficient.
@WR5RR Жыл бұрын
In XP12 I usually fly XP11 airplanes, mostly Piper Twins. Have flown the C172. I really like XP12, nice to see someone else using it.
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
I've been migrating to jets lately. Not the airliners, though. The Challenger has been a real challenge and I've spent a lot of time learning it. The Mitsubishi MU-2 is also a challenge and it too demands a lot of time. I've always loved flying the Citation X. I have fond memories of flying it back in my MS FSX days. I think Eaglesoft did a really great job and developing it for that sim. I've come full circle, almost. Back in the Citation X. I'll always jump back into my C172, the PA28, the DeHavilland Beaver, the PC-12, and the list goes on. Stay tuned for some great content in the Mitsubishi MU-2. I plan to get some sim training from a real-world MU-2 Pilot (kzbin.info/door/_x53AowsgBlXm0wkMgpQMg) and stream the content live. It's always nice hearing from you, Ron.
@MrWinstead2 жыл бұрын
Nice take off and landing, are you convinced now on FS2020, but I know your a big supporter of Xplane, but it’s all good no matter what anyone is flying, just as long as your flying! Great job!
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
MSFS is undoubtedly getting better. Love the graphics. There's a saying that says something about an old dog and new tricks. Maybe that has something to do with my reluctance to fully embrace MSFS, along with having to buy all new payware. However, since I'm finally ironing out some of the problems I've had with MSFS I'm sure to fly it more often. BTW: It'll be a hoot seeing "Boeing Captain" flying hops in an Airbus 🙂
@WR5RR2 жыл бұрын
I think you had a GPS, turn it on in tablet.
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm... I tried that. I can reproduce the issue. I can't seem to get power to the avionics - none of them. I'll try clicking on the "Options" button in the sim tablet tomorrow. The GPS button didn't help. Thanks for the feedback.
@RaspySquares2 жыл бұрын
I've yet to see anyone demonstrate a ground loop in msfs2020. Adding some power would have helped stop that sink, and keeping the tail up helps you maintain directional control on the ground.
@VirtualAviationAviator2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I've heard that it is tough to have a bad landing in MSFS. I'll try your suggestions. Thanks!
@romanjacob98072 жыл бұрын
I like that Garmin setup
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I think it's pretty cool too.
@romanjacob98072 жыл бұрын
I like ur videos
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Roman, Thank you. I really appreciate that comment.
@WR5RR2 жыл бұрын
Glad your flying Frank! I also use Simbrief. Haven't flown a jet in awhile. Enjoyable to watch you fly the Phenom.
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ron. I'm not really a jet guy. I wish I was 'cause I'd love to try the Challenger 650. I'm afraid it's way above my pay grade and would make simming too much like real-life work. When it comes to Jets, as long as it's rated single-pilot I guess I'd enjoy it. I'm trying to decide if I want to get back in the Beaver or the Turbo Otter for a flight. Stay tuned.
@oldmal602 жыл бұрын
So it does run in x plane 11 as the video title implies? Nice. I use x plane 11 and want the Beaver.
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Just in case you don't know and haven't got the DHC2, it's free now and available for download at forums.x-plane.org/index.php?/files/file/79609-dhc-2-beaver-by-soulmade-simulations/
@WR5RR2 жыл бұрын
I spent some time TDY just South of your beginning airport, at Grand Forks, which is on the Red River. That was when Grand Forks AFB had KC135 aircraft. Anyway I am flying from KYIP, In Michigan to CYWG, flight is 748 NM. The Kodiak has a range of 1300 NM.
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
All I can say is, Thank Goodness for autopilot. I suspect that's a 5+ hour flight.
@WR5RR2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Kodiak flight Frank, good flight! Makes me want to get my Kodiak in the air. Do you speed up the video sometime? Merry Christmas to you and your family!!
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ron. Happy Holidays to you and yours.
@Fco.Javier2 жыл бұрын
good video. Helllo. Do you know if is Cessna compatible with x-camera and track ir? Regards
@VirtualAviationAviator2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the compliment. In my case, I didn't get into the pilot seat until I disabled X-camera. I don't know about TrackIR. I haven't tried it with this aircraft. Happy Holidays.
@Gambler1-12 жыл бұрын
it does indeed work well with track ir
@virtualgeneralaviation Жыл бұрын
Thanks for asking.
@WR5RR2 жыл бұрын
In earlier videos you flew the Kodiak a few times and I have a question for you. I have the Carenado C208 old school instruments and was thinking about the getting the Carenado C208B GRAND CARAVAN EX G1000. After watching your videos on the Kodiak I thought I would ask you how you liked that plane. I know I am backtracking on the glass cockpit.
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Aviation is switching to glass panels before our eyes. I purchased a 32" monitor (up from my 27" monitor) and still glass isn't as easy as the steam gauges. Nevertheless, I'm hoping to create new muscle memory for finding things. As for the Kodiak, I never did fly it much because of the glass panels. Now that I'm becoming accustomed to glass I'll have to revisit it. When I first started simming I purchased a bunch of Carenado aircraft. As I became more involved in simming I realized most of Carenado's aircraft lack system depth. Therefore I (personally) refuse to buy anything by Carenado. While their aircraft is aesthetically beautiful, they refuse to circle back to fix broken system or offer real updates. I can do another video in the Kodiak if you like. Just let me know. Happy Holidays... --Frank
@WR5RR2 жыл бұрын
@@virtualgeneralaviation Yes I would like to see the Kodiak again, appreciate it. Hope all your family has a Merry Christmas!!
@WR5RR2 жыл бұрын
A lot to grasp with the glass and Pilot Edge. With the heat from the challenges you faced, the heat will make you stronger. I noticed the pilot door was vibrating. The Airfoil C172 without the glass causes failures to happen too often for me. I like some immersion but I want to enjoy the flight more then troubleshooting. I went through an episode of aircraft shutting down in flight, no matter what airplane I I was flying. The red warning light for battery was on. The start witch was stuck on and I couldn't turn it off with the mouse. It took a while to notice the start switch on my Logitech panel was on. All problems resolved finally. You go through a lot of real life detail to fly. Immersion!!
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Yep! I opened the pilot door to keep the aircraft from fogging up and forgot to close it. I finally closed it at 5500 feet somewhere before the Fellows VOR (LOL). That's an error that would have been immediately obvious in real life. ATC has always been a challenge for me. I tend to ponder what was said too much. I'm a poor listener and I tend to ponder too much on what I'm going to say - fearing that it won't come out right. That, in itself, makes me nervous when I speaking, sometimes. I do love PilotEdge. I wish it covered my neck of the woods.
@WR5RR2 жыл бұрын
Interesting looking aircraft, I'll check it out too.
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
It's a lot of fun to fly by hand. It's not a fast plane so you'll probably wanna do short hops.It comes with the G430.
@MelvinLeroy2 жыл бұрын
who needs a checklist? fun plans tho
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
I know, right? I enjoy your flights so much so that I mentioned you in a video, or two.
@xtek4652 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. How did you get the livery?
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment, xtek. The livery is one of several stock liveries that comes with the free plane.
@xtek4652 жыл бұрын
@@virtualgeneralaviation Thanks for the info. Unfortunately, I my version only shows one livery...N801P which is a black and silver one. I think I have a good download (it certainly took long enough) and it seems to be working other than just listing one livery.
@WR5RR3 жыл бұрын
Yes one of my favorite aircraft too. I worked for the USAF as an equipment specialist and I spent some time at Mohave during an avionics heat study on some avionics equipment mods. Hot place and we learned you should not wear short pants, rattle snakes.
@virtualgeneralaviation2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, short pants and rattlesnakes. My lesson for today is that it's not a good combination. Sounds like you've been deeply involved with aviation during your lifetime.