What a Beauty! | India Foxt Echo Tornado | Low-Level in Snowdonia | Full Flight Review | MSFS

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In this video, we a look at the India Foxt Echo Tornado - Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MCRA), within Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS).
We will be running through a full start up, departing out of RAF Valley (EGOV) and putting the Tornado through its paces over the hills of Snowdonia.
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PC Specs
ASUS Z790
Intel Core i9 13900K 5.8GHz
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
64GB DDR4 3600MHz
Hardware
Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog
Saitek Pro Flight rudder pedals
HP Reverb WMR headset
TrackIR5
Earthquake Shell Shoxx transducer
Enjoy the flight!

[@Jigsaw407]

Looks absolutely amazing. By the time the pilot is done with the checklists, the war is over, though ... 😄

[@Jim610]

with 17 years of Tornado maintenaance behind me I can assure you the APU is louder than the engine IRL. Also, the right engine was started 1st, at least in the RAF.

[@coxy5850]

There should also be a delay from APU start select to actual start to allow the APU intake door to motor open.

[@brecklander]

Agree 100%. APU was mounted on RH gearbox so to start the LH engine first meant engaging LH gearbox via the Xdrive clutch. 9 times out of 10 the APU couldn't handle this extra load and would shut down. The RH engine was always started first.

[@guiduz3469]

You could tell whenever the Tornado was on the base and taking off because of that thundering engine noise, unmistakable, unforgettable.

[@robertrussell7388]

​@@guiduz3469yes you could we had them at RAF lossie miss them

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thanks very much for the info, Jim! That’s very surprising (re the APU noise) but, you’d certainly know better than me haha. I was aware re the engine start however, according to the documentation at least, either engine can be started with the X-Drive open; whilst I gather starting the left engine 1st is still not preferable, it’s what I’m used to day-to-day so, I thought I’d run with it : ) Much appreciated and all the best!

[@wrightybw1]

Was a tornado instructor for over 10 years this brought back a lot of memories, love the Tonka still probably my favourite aircraft

[@dtrjones]

That's so funny when you said you were cruising at 7 miles per minute. I do a lot of running at 7 minites per mile. Great video and MSFS and the Tornado looking beautiful! 👌

[@alismith6353]

I used to be a liney on these jets and that apu start up noise took me right back!

[@jesterschameleon1862]

Fellow Tonka liney here too (16 Sqn Laar) 🤪👍

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Awesome, Ali! I’m really glad the video brought back some nice memories then : ) All the best!

[@davidh7280]

This is the best aircraft SIM in msfs! How it handles in turns, bleeding speed and acceleration in afterburner! If you memorise the startup it's a reward in itself. Lovely review.

[@mickthemardy]

The reverse thrust had a very unique sound when the buckets deployed, it did to me anyway.

[@sheraazrasool6008]

Many years ago I bought a standalone Tornado Sim for my then PC, the graphics and modelling available now are just incredible, this will definitely be on my list of sims to get. Great video!

[@graeabarth2227]

Always loved the Tonka and this is a fabulous rendering of this iconic aircraft. Great review and I really appreciate how much detail you go into. I always look forward to your reviews regardless of the aircraft type. Great work!

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Many thanks for the kind words, Grae! I’m very happy to hear that you’re enjoying the content : ) The Tonka is a classic and it’s great to see the aircraft in the sim. Much appreciated and all the best!

[@DosKumaks]

Really enjoyed this and glad that you went low and narrated the entire way. What a dream flight to take.

[@Ade2bee]

On the GR1 and GR4 on the ground you could only have the wings in that position, it was only the ADV that could Taxi with wings back in any configuration due to the long nose and equipment in there

[@axeman3d]

The visuals in this sim are stunning at times, it looked like a promo video from the 90's. I will definitely be buying this one.

[@adamditch5835]

Great vid.. As ever. Very smooth & positively silent to fly. Great graphics too. Needs a bit of work but overall excellent. Nice to hear Ops in the Gulf... Thanks again... Wibble..!!!

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Many thanks again, Adam! I’m really glad you enjoyed the video / Tonka! Much appreciated and all the best : )

[@davidhenderson4875]

Love your channel second to none.its great to have a real raf pilot in the cockpit thanks for your work Davie

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

I’m really glad you’re enjoying the content, David and thank you very much for the kind words! Sadly, I can’t claim to have been a pilot in the RAF (check out CG Aviator’s channel, if you haven’t done so already); I am a real-world commercial pilot but, I’ve never flown anything nearly as awesome as the Tonka haha ; ) Many thanks again and all the best!

[@ianbradshaw394]

I was absolutely blown away when I watched this. exciting and exhilarating, felt every turn when airborne. I subscribed straight away and will watch a lot more of your clips.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Many thanks for the kind words, Ian - I’m really glad you enjoyed the video! Cheers for the sub and welcome aboard : ) All the best!

[@Ade2bee]

Thanks for the video, excellent review. The textures are absolutely incredible

[@adrianbeadell9149]

The exterior textures are far from "excellent"

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

My absolute pleasure, Ade! I’m really glad you enjoyed the video (especially since it sounds like you worked with the Tornado previously : ) Cheers and all the best!

[@Ade2bee]

There was a reason why we used to do the initial checks for the pilots and re recruit members before they got there so they just fired her up after doing their seating checks

[@Siddich]

Is that not a bit dangerous? I mean...there is a reason, why usually pilots do that. ...not because groudn crew caould not do it, but because it is always dangerous, if two persons do something. ...could that not cause mistakes because one could think that the other has done something allready which he did not and the other might think that the other guy might do it... sorry english is not my first language O:-)

[@derekcoaker6579]

@@Siddich I know from interviews with SR-71 Pilots, the arrived to a nearly ready to go Bird as well. They said they really trusted the crews.

[@Rogue-7.62]

Ground crews are actually trained to perform this job specifically as part of their routine ​@Siddich

[@Ade2bee]

@@Rogue-7.62 yes, that started when I was in on the Buccaneers. Then continued after I moved onto Tornado F3, after being on Puma assault support helicopters… Previous to that the aircraft was dead when the air crew arrived and they did all initiations and your point is? Which Aircraft are you RAF Ground crew on?

[@Ade2bee]

@@Siddich do not apologise my friend, it is not dangerous because we were trying to do it. Ground crew I’ll trained to start at the aircraft and engine run them into full reheat. What happened? Was? We had a different inertial navigation fitted and it took time to warm up so we got the Aircraft ready up to the point but all the navigation systems and electronics were up and running therefore the pilot could just jump in double check them and then start up, after doing his checks which were a lot shorter

[@PERCYxyz]

I fly this area a lot, a beautiful part of the world. My house IRL is in shot @ 31:45 😁 We regularly get air traffic from Valley flying low overhead, along with Sikorsky S-92's SAR from EGCK, as we're on a direct flight path between Yr Wyddfa and the local hospital.

[@chrisstopher2277]

That's crazy you saw your house in this video. Are you subscribed to this channel? Or was it in your recommendations?

[@PERCYxyz]

@@chrisstopher2277 I'm a subscriber - this channel is great for in depth and honest reviews for add-ons.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Ah well, if I’d have known Percy, I’d have waved! : P A beautiful part of the world indeed - lucky you (all the more so, given the unofficial aerial displays you’re privy to haha)! Cheers and all the best : ) PS, many thanks for the kind words!

[@andrewadkins5567]

I have to say that the new graphics card that you installed in your computer is like night and day. The grapgics are just amazing. The aircraft look amazing.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Cheers Andrew, I’m glad you think so! MSFS already looks very pretty on “High-End” settings but, “Ultra” settings (although the changes are subtle), really just knock things over the edge. I primarily bought the new PC as an “investment” for the channel / content so, I’m glad the results are positive : ) Many thanks and all the best!

[@andyreynolds6194]

I’ve been looking forward to your review of this, with my finger hovering over the ‘buy it now, for the love of god take my money’ button.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Haha! Well, I do hope you enjoyed the video then, Andy and that you’re enjoying the Tonka also : ) Happy flying and all the best!

[@Fatknacker62]

Former IX & 12 Sqn plumber (armourer) This warms the cockles of my somewhat ancient heart. Tonka's rule. "Tail supported" 😉

[@freddielaker02]

I've just downloaded this, so I'm looking for a guide as to what its all about before I get into the VR seat. Thanks for the post.

[@stephgagnoulet3133]

Great video as always!!! Excellent aircraft inside out... and so enjoyable at (very) low level!!!

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Many thanks, Stéph! Yes, the IFE Tornado is an absolute blast - I’m really glad you’re enjoying the addon! Happy flying and all the best : )

[@sibzy1]

What a thumbnail, msfs doing all the work there, no need for anything fancy, just a beautiful jet in a hangar

[@ccrider3435]

The camera operator needs a raise!

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Haha! Thanks CC - I shall inform KZbin! : P Much appreciated and all the best to you : )

[@zombieapocalipse2020]

Always wait for your review prior to purchase. I will wait for the engine sounds to be fixed first, as immersion is my top priority for purchase. Thanks for another excellent review.

[@goochygoochoutdoors.1913]

Nothing wrong with the engine sound.

[@vlxxrd4866]

There’s nothing wrong with the engine sound. APU is louder than engine IRL.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Cheers, Zombie - very kind of you to say! Apparently / surprisingly, the APU is actually louder than the main engines IRL (confirmed by real-world, ex Tornado ground crews) however, personally, I do still feel that the external engine sounds need a bit more “ooomph” generally (hopefully, IFE will keep tweaking / updating the Tonka - I’m fairly sure that they will). Many thanks and all the best! : )

[@MrSunlander]

Back in the 80s, a theater in West LA, watching "Local Hero". They are chatting on the beach in Scotland about a land purchase for the oil company - two tornadoes roar over, turn and disappear behind the rolling hills. Boom, boom! "As long as they're bombing the beach they can't be bombing anywhere else," muses the Reverend. "It's kind of comforting." Perhaps, says Mac, but the jets and their roar "spoil a very nice area." That's when I fell in love with the Tornado..... Ah, my war-mongering youth.

[@ianhenry4046]

The aircraft in Local Hero aren't Tornado's, they are Sepcat Jaguars Gr3's.

[@MrSunlander]

@@ianhenry4046 Too late. in love by mistake.

[@ianhenry4046]

@@MrSunlander Easy mistake, the Tornado is an impressive aircraft (the ground used to shake when they revved the engine for takeoff). The Jaguar was a sweet aircraft but always overlooked in the Flight Sim world 🙂

[@MrSunlander]

@@ianhenry4046 I remember waiting for one to no avail in FSX/P3D. I seem to recall the Jaguar had a short career as well in real life. I'll probably get this puppy and buzz Ben's Beach anyway. Cheers!

[@ClipsByMatt]

Great job on this video; you earned a new subscriber :) Cheers.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Many thanks, Matt! I’m really glad you enjoyed the video. Welcome aboard : )

[@F15Aeagle]

Really nice video and the tornado will be updated from time to time

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thanks very much Wilco, I’m really glad you enjoyed it! All the best : )

[@donaldholman9070]

Whew!..great video. It looks like a lot to handle. Thank you

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thank you very much, Donald! I’m glad you enjoyed the flight : )

[@brohannmgcee]

man you're running some really nice scenery too

[@saintuk70]

stunning

[@Armygroupb]

Your channel’s legitimacy is UNMATCHED. such in depth knowledge. You literally add to the immersion of Flight Simulator with this channel!! KUDOS!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Many thanks for the very kind words, Mattie - hugely appreciated! I’m really glad you’re enjoying the content to such a degree : ) Cheers and all the best!

[@w1zardssleeve]

Ex 617 and 12 fairy 😁 This brought back some memories!

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

I’m really glad the video brought back some nice memories, Ian! Thanks for watching and all the best : )

[@4secsharkmr352]

❤thanks❤ Excellent review as always. A sudden buy for me. Brilliant tutorial to start that beast. I guess I have to watch it a lot💯 Have a wonderful weekend and take care.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thank you, sir! My pleasure. I’m glad the video was of use and I do hope you’re enjoying the Tonka : ) Happy flying and have a great weekend!

[@gunterschneider8944]

I may have missed something in your very good video, but I had no problem to rock the throttles outboard using the mouse and I found a pretty good description of the reversers in the manual. What are you missing here? I‘m glad to help.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thanks very much for the offer of help, FFV - much appreciated! I did go through the manual but, obviously missed a pertinent point, that hardware binds for rocking the throttles need to be enabled via the WSO menu. I did try for a throttle clickspot also, but somehow failed to figure that out haha. All good now though! Cheers again and all the best : )

[@footlaunch1]

Another great video thanks I just got the Tornado look forward to many hours flying it👍

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thanks very much, Footlaunch! I’m really glad you enjoyed the video and I do hope you’re enjoying the Tornado also : ) Happy flying and all the best!

[@Kris_T_]

Your Welsh pronunciation is better than most, but if you want to really nail it I'd be happy to help. I'm born and bred Snowdonia. pro tip for Dinorwic roll your 'R' and replace the C with a G.... Din oRR wiG. Welsh often mutates letters, it's complicated, but applies here.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Many thanks, Kris! I very much appreciate the offer but, “better than most” will have to suffice (I like to get place names correct where I can however, I can only dedicate limited time to such endeavours, given that I fly all over the place, here on the channel). Noted for Dinorwic though - I shall try and remember that one in future (although, I’ve just recorded another video in the area so, you might have to bear with me on that one haha). Lucky you, living in such a beautiful part of the world! Cheers again and all the best : )

[@mikeallen789]

Excellent video. I’m interested in purchasing this for msfs2020. Is the wingman part of the add on or a separate add on? Thanks

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hello Mike, Thanks very much, I'm really glad you enjoyed the video! The wingman was provided via a separate addon - Airshow Assistant. I can't recommend Airshow Assistant highly enough though; it's a very reasonably priced tool and can provide virtual wingmen, display smoke effects and air-to-air refueling capabilities, amongst other things. I hope that clarifies things. Cheers and all the best!

[@jimbo4377]

To enable the throttle rock the manual says you have to enable it through the jester menu initially then use water rudder keybind

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Ahhhh, thank you very much, Jimbo! Despite having looked 2-3 times, I somehow missed the Jester menu part (doh). Much appreciated! All the best : )

[@grahamthebaronhesketh.]

Graphics are really good.

[@hannosolo]

26:04 - The anti col’ light seems a wee bit out. Great video.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Good spot, HN. I’m sure IFE will fix up such details. I’m really glad you enjoyed the vid! Thanks very much for watching and all the best : )

[@liam-bo5qv]

Has there been an update to address the sounds and issues

[@mrjockt]

The airbrake indicator is showing the airbrakes in but not locked, when locked that white indicator moves almost out of sight.

[@mattgn39]

Your parking brakes are off, not on. The parking brake would be on if the parking brake handle was pulled out and rotated anti clockwise to about a 7 o'clock position. Looks good though :)

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Cheers for the info, Matt. So far as the sim is concerned, the parking brake was set so, a little bit of a modelling error perhaps : ) Cheers, all the best!

[@srednivashtar5432]

The single fin, swing wing, grey and green death machine.

[@rogerrees9845]

Another interesting review.... Thank you for all your time and effort....It really does make a difference.... Roger... Pembrokeshire..

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Super, Roger - I’m glad you enjoyed the video / found it useful! An absolute pleasure once again. Cheers : )

[@grantmiller6570]

Airplane looks nice in that camo livery.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

My favourite look for the Tornado! : )

[@Karibanu]

You're not the only one to note it's a bit pitchy, but what's new for a MSFS aircraft. Seems to have that tight, constrained feel ( vs more fluid but still controlled movement ) common to most of them too. Cockpit looks nice, sounds are good, not 100% on the external model, although despite seeing hundreds of these things they were usually going past at 450kts :D so slight issues probably wouldn't bother me much. Want to like it enough to get it but I don't know... How does it handle low level turbulence? it was built for low level with a fairly high wing loading so it shouldn't really get smashed about, but again this is MSFS.

[@cheshirepiper9254]

Superb!

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Many thanks, CP! Glad you enjoyed it : )

[@vbp101]

ITB, I’m always amazed at how you learn so many procedures for so many aircraft including the idiosyncrasies associated with them. What’s your secret?

[@alexsp7086]

Flight manuals ;) or discord

[@Panpl]

I believe he's a real life pilot? I guess after a few aircraft learned in real life and a million ones learned on the sim the things are in the end very much just different orderings of the same things.

[@julianhall2008]

Practice and more Practice 😅

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi VBP, Haha, there’s no “secret” per se; it is basically just a question of sitting down with the manual and running through a couple of flights, to get acquainted with the aircraft etc. The startup usually takes the most work and the rest follows (as by then, one tends to know their way around the cockpit a little bit better). As with most things, it’s just a question of practice really. One of the aspects of simming that I have always enjoyed, is sitting down with a new aircraft and figuring it out. As a result, I think I’ve gotten pretty good at figuring out a new addon pretty quickly (and in many cases, there will be a lot of systems commonality between one aircraft and the next). I hope that clarifies things a little. All the best! : )

[@vbp101]

@IntoTheBlueSimulations Thanks for the comprehensive reply! 👍🏼

[@BillyHill-f7w]

Hi. Did you ever take a look at the inibuild mitsubishi mu2?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Billy, I’ve yet to look at the MU-2. I do own the aircraft and did want to review it but, I was rather busy when the aircraft released. I may get around to a review at some point however, I’m afraid the addon isn’t a priority at this point (from what I have seen, the internal textures need some serious work). Sorry I can’t be of more help on that one. All the best! : )

[@ancientmonotheism5118]

Well presented as always. Five ⭐ review

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thank you very much, AM! Much appreciated and I’m really glad you enjoyed it : )

[@markcoyle5508]

I believe there is a fault with jester he says roger instead of woger ! Do you find this wissable?

[@Siddich]

is the wingman behaviour there realistic? i mean, following through roles and stuff... looks amazing!

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Siddich, If you’d like to see a little bit more detail regarding Airshow Assistant, this video should help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHOrZ5utfZmkkM0si=cr5Eduxa1aaqexK Airshow Assistant is a great little program overall : )

[@markscars1069]

I’ve been enjoying it since day one release, they certainly seem to have done the Tornado justice. That said I’d agree the startup sounds are less than ideal.

[@tomdringer985]

I think the radio chat is from Dessert Storm?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Correct, sir! : )

[@VmcgHD]

Wibble! 😉

[@MrMayaFx]

Does Microsoft still not allow attacks on ground or air targets in Microsoft Flight Simulator?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi MrMaya, Some addons do have visually modelled weapons however, implementation is usually pretty basic and you can’t shoot down other aircraft / destroy buildings etc. Any addons purchased within the sim(via the Marketplace), have a total ban on weapons. I hope that clarifies things a little. All the best!

[@Decent_GameplayBG]

Why don't have review in outside???

[@rolanddutton]

Tornado sounds absolutely ear-splitting outside IRL, I can't believe the APU is louder than the engines. Maybe the sound is simulating the inside of a flight helmet. Excellent review of an otherwise great addon.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Surprisingly Roland, a number of ex Tonka ground crew have stated (in the comments section), that the APU is indeed louder than the main engines. I still don’t see how that can be possible haha but, they would certainly know better than me! XD Either way, the main engines still need a bit more “ooomph”, they ought to be “ear-splitting”, as you say. A big thank you, as always! : )

[@KyleCowden]

I guess I've never noticed on the Tornado before but those mains look tiny.

[@indritdedia1691]

Beautiful video.I buy today’s but i have problems with configuration..

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thanks Indrit, I’m glad you enjoyed the flight! What problems have you been having? : ) All the best!

[@Lonsome1223]

How did you get that formation set up?. I assume with the flight recorder with AI playback.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hello Jeffrey, I was using “Airshow Assistant” - a great little tool, that allows you to do this sort of thing. I highly recommend the app; here’s a slightly more detailed breakdown of the functions available, if you’re interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHOrZ5utfZmkkM0si=RxxDxa6c-5XNORps I hope that clarifies things. All the best! : )

[@Lonsome1223]

Yes, I've since installed this. Very good.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Ah great. Glad you’re enjoying it : )

[@ronhoffmann6981]

Nice video, but with the spil not works on me..red light "FAIL" is on. its red and not green.. what can i do, or what for a test i had not testing? greetings

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hello Ron, Apologies for the slow reply, did you manage to get things figured out? I’ve had the same on occasion; I find turning the system off / on again and then carrying out another BITE test, usually does the trick. Do let me know. All the best!

[@Madeyes6]

Have they included CofG & weights & balances etc? We would never have the wings beyond 25° on the ground. Especially with tanks on & if the fin tank is in use you’d end up with your arse on the ground eventually. The GR4’s I worked on all had their fin tanks inhibited & the wings stayed put fully fwd.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Madeyes, Weight and balance has definitely been modelled to some degree however, I’ve no idea how accurately it’s been done. That’s very interesting re the wing sweep; both the IFE and Just Flight checklists call for 25 degrees on the wing sweep but, the IFE Tornado seems to load in with 45 degrees (or whatever the mid position equates to) on the sweep (perhaps this has been subsequently addressed, I’m not sure). For what it’s worth, you can sweep the wings fully aft in the sim and the aircraft won’t tip (so, weight and balance modelling presumably isn’t 100%). Thanks for the info! Much appreciated and all the best to you : )

[@Madeyes6]

@@IntotheBlueSimulations even in the hanger when we knew there was no fuel & no seats in the cockpit we wouldn’t sweep the wings without the jet on jacks or a trestle under the tail. There’s a picture somewhere of a tornado on its arse after the fun was left full of fuel. But I did only work on the IDS version. Not sure about the ADV as it was slightly longer.

[@Tomrah16]

hello great video, which program do you use to make your thumnails, they look really good

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi IceMan, Thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed it! For my thumbnails, I use “Paint.net”; it’s a freeware program that (given that my thumbnails aren’t particularly complex) does everything that I need it to do : ) I hope that helps. All the best!

[@stuarthendry5397]

The reverse thrust is missing the whiny hydraulic sound like the real thing in external view.

[@commander_shadow2444]

It does have it there’s multiple videos showcasing it it must be either a bug or you activated revere thrust wrong check boresights video on the tornado and any CG aviator video on the tornado they both show the reverse thrust working normally with the sound that comes with it

[@stuarthendry5397]

In the manual, after a quick scan, I'm sure I read 68 degrees sweep isn't used with the heavier tanks or when the aircraft is over a certin weight config or something like that .

[@stuarthendry5397]

@@commander_shadow2444 I didn't bother watching their videos as both never bothered with a cold and dark start up. The sound is present from the cockpit however you can't hear it externally unfortunately.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thanks very much for the info re wing sweep / loadout, Stuart - certainly makes sense potentially. Much appreciated! All the best : )

[@Joe091680]

What’s your default for the air brakes?

[@Mimiclobster]

First off, thank you for your superb videos. Just bought this beauty and was wondering if you know if it is possible to deploy the arrestor hook for carrier landings? Can't seem to find how. Same for the launch bar. Is it modelled? Love this aircraft.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hello Michel, Thanks very much for the kind words - I’m really glad you’re enjoying the content! Apologies for the slow reply: The Tornado is not a carrier capable aircraft so, there’s no launch bar installed and the tailhook is only there as an emergency backup, allowing the aircraft to recover (at a shore-based aerodrome) in the event of a brake failure etc (and I don’t believe the tailhook has been modelled by IFE). I hope that clarifies things a little. All the best! : )

[@philipfoster7269]

If you don't get the drag of the stores do you get the weight?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Philip, Yes, I’m pretty sure you do get the weight (the aircraft squats down on the gear, as you load it up). I hope that clarifies things a little. All the best : )

[@keysersoze1855]

Do you have that flight plan availble to download sir?

[@StanProModelsUK]

Well sadly so much potential but lack of sounds internally and externally

[@DavidCalver-nm1vj]

Hi folks, from a runway start I'm finding the engine keeps making a recurring noise like a small explosion and 'fireworks' type after sound. It persists after takeoff for the whole flight and is very annoying! I'm obviously doing something wrong. Any tips greatly appreciated. Has any other novice found something similar and solved it?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hello David, Did you manage to get things figured out? I’m afraid, off the top of my head, I can’t really think what might be causing that noise. . . All the best!

[@DavidCalver-nm1vj]

Hi, yes all sorted now thank you. Someone advised it could be a controller mapping issue which it was! So now happily enjoying my Tornado! Many thanks for asking

[@thatsbigdave]

Does anyone know why when I try to go vertical with the tornado it won't do it and only climbs at certain degrees and then if I try to pull up it rolls to the right?

[@christianrode2549]

That thing is way overpowered...no way doing 420kts with 84% Power...

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Christian, It might also be a bit of a “gauge error” - the gauges seem to sit at around 84%, throughout a wide range of EGT / TIT values. . . All the best : )

[@techstepman]

do you remember which filters you used for the image?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi TSM, For the thumbnail, or for the sim footage? I don’t use any filters for the sim although, I do adjust some of the external shots during editing (adding a little bit of contrast and vignette). Most of the visual “improvements”, come from being very selective with in-sim lighting / weather (both make a huge difference to visual fidelity). I hope that clarifies things a little? All the best : )

[@Collin_Meuller]

How do you make your camera move like that ?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Collin, I’m using a head-tracking device called "TrackIR" for the camera movements. It's great, although a little pricey. There are cheaper / freeware alternatives available though, should you wish to give it a go for yourself : ) I hope that helps. All the best!

[@lucadimarco1388]

when is it expected to be relidsed

[@jonathansims6062]

Great video, how do I get the after burners on, are there switches to select

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Many thanks, Jonathan! To engage the afterburners, you either need to set up a hardware keybind, or set up your throttle axis, such that max throttle is tied to said keybind. I’m afraid it’s a little bit tricky to explain here but, I believe there are tutorials available online. I hope that helps a little. All the best! : )

[@grahamthebaronhesketh.]

Good video thanks. I flew the older x plane version in vr. This is way better.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thanks very much Graham, I’m glad you enjoyed it! I’ve tried most virtual Tonka’s since the days of FSX but, funnily enough, I think the X-Plane one is just about the only exception (not for any particular reason). To my mind, this is the best virtual Tornado that I have come across to date but, it will be very interesting to see what Just Flight comes up with! Cheers, all the best : )

[@008juggy]

When is it being released?

[@MachX10]

Is it out yet?!

[@robertrussell7388]

What's the black handle below the throttle levers

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Apologies for the slow reply, Robert. Apparently, the unit in question allows the pilot to slew the boresight (when in the appropriate mode); looking at the unit, it essentially looks like a thumb-operated, track-ball mouse. I hope that helps. All the best : )

[@robertrussell7388]

@@IntotheBlueSimulations thank you for the info

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

You’re most welcome! : )

[@pat_mc_fly]

is this Tornado a mod or like a DLC which you have to buy?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Pat, The addon is a payware DLC, created by India Foxt Echo (and available from various websites). I hope that helps. All the best!

[@madbager1]

After the dismal f-111 ! I'll wait for other aircraft

[@Schwxrzritter]

Dismal? I find the F-111 pretty fun to fly

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Ah well, that’s a shame, Mark; I purchased the F-111 recently and I haven’t had a chance to try it yet haha (but am planning on reviewing it at some point). All the best!

[@parkerdenney7445]

What type of Anti Aliasing do you use iTB? Thanks!

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Parker, I use TAA : ) I hope that helps. All the best!

[@Ade2bee]

Is there a GR4 planned?

[@leew8812]

Probably difficult to get any working data on TARDIS now that there's no operational units

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Not to my knowledge, Ade; I believe Just Flight’s Tornado will be a GR1 also. All the best!

[@mikecoffee100]

ynow what we are waiting for JustFlight PA-38 Tomahawk for MSFS ynow you want to review it lol and of course this was a good video on the Tornado

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Haha, there will no doubt be a review of the PA-38 at some point, Mike; as usual, I’m playing catch-up haha ; ) I’m glad you enjoyed the Tonka vid. Cheers!

[@mikecoffee100]

@@IntotheBlueSimulations and The Duke in which I have the Piston and Grand very different compared to others .

[@duaneraymond4252]

What software is this?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Duane, It’s the India Foxt Techo Tornado IDS, in Microsoft Flight Simulator. I hope that clarifies things. All the best!

[@Siddich]

...at least in my relatively uneducated opinion... :-D yeah...of course Thanks for that great video!

[@markleith7348]

Lovely video! Am I the only one that’s really triggered by the way the front end looks? The nose, fuselage especially. It’s proportionally off compared to the real thing? The undercarriage also looks too small and different to the real thing? Maybe I’m being ridic but for £30 you’d expect it to at least look like the actual jet.

[@dondy6724]

It's a bit a hit and miss ... the upper fin is also wrong for most of the jets. The additional (I think it is an external light but I am not sure) stinger just bellow the aft RWR fairing is only correct for the italian version or for very early production jets for the other countries. I think they sadly used one of the prototypes for measuring as the engine intakes are also the old ones. You can clearly see this when looking from the side.

[@vlxxrd4866]

no, it isn’t.

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Thanks very much Mark, I’m glad you enjoyed it! I can’t say I noticed an issue with the front end but, then again, I’d always be the first to admit that I have a really bad eye for that sort of thing haha (could it be related to hangovers from the IDS model?). I didn’t notice the wheels at the time however, a few people have made mention of the same thing and I think you might be onto something (I now cant “un-see” it). Either way, I’m pretty sure that IFE will continue to adjust / improve the Tonka, they have been pretty tireless with their F-35. Cheers, all the best! : )

[@oc10121989]

If only x-plane had better world and cockpit feel graphics

[@Supercar_TV]

Mines broken when I turn it flips out and stalls

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi SCTV, Does this happen during any turn, or at low speeds / under high g? If it’s that latter, I suspect that’s a purposely programmed effect of the flight model (to what degree it’s accurate, I have no idea) - most non-FBW jets still require careful energy management. If it’s the former, make sure you have MSFS’ flight model set to “Modern” and not “Legacy”. Hopefully that’s of some help? All the best : )

[@Ade2bee]

If you put those wings back like that, you would’ve sunk the back of the plane and be doing a wheelie, quite an expensive mistake 😊

[@simondavies9350]

Seen it happen fortunately the tank racking stopped the wheelie but the port wing required some TLC

[@janusz4156]

50 years of Panavia PA-200 Tornado in 2024

[@TrueBlade-1889]

Takeoff at 24.00

[@THEGHOSTMAKER1]

Mfs scenery looks loads better than Dcs. Its almost photo realiatic. Is what im saying what you lot have experienced? I use Vr i assume it looks the same

[@nitwit4947]

This video is slightly out of focus. Low res?

[@IntotheBlueSimulations]

Hi Khold, I think it’s just the bitrate, video processing and KZbin compression all taking their toll. Everything was recorded / uploaded at 1080p. All the best : )

[@TrueBlade-1889]

Autopilot ? Nightlighting ? I honestky think most people are interested in these things... not going through 500 items on checklists.