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HercFan 
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 Posted: July-25-2011 at 1:23pm |
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Nice video. Looking forward to at least trying it in the virtual skies...
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ryanbATC
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Posted: July-25-2011 at 4:29pm |
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Ick $100?
I thought it would be like a 152 - I spose all the glass and the "new factor" adds to the expense though. Here in Duluth you can rent a C172 (it's clearly a rental lol, circa 1970's) for about $80/wet. A 152 for $65/wet and if you go to the FBO at Duluth it's $170/wet for a Cirrus SR20. |
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NismoRR
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Posted: July-26-2011 at 10:03am |
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Well, the market here in southern California is a little different. At my school and most elsewhere in the area, a 172N (1979) goes for $125 or so per hour. A 2008 172SP with G1000 goes for about $160. As far as the C162, it cost the school ~$130,000. A 152 could be had for 25-30K, so I would expect higher prices for a 162, or any newer plane, LSA or otherwise.
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Posted: October-02-2011 at 8:14pm |
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I figure it's been awhile and i can bump up this thread.
Just wondering if any news were worthy to share about the 162? I got just the perfect spot to park it next to my 182 
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Posted: October-02-2011 at 8:34pm |
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Herc,
We should be in advanced beta testing anytime soon...
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Posted: October-05-2011 at 11:33pm |
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I can't wait to get this one I will be flying this one a lot
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Posted: October-09-2011 at 7:40pm |
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Thanks for helping me keep this thread alive Awash!
I am one of the few really waiting for this one. And hoping it will be THE one! At least for me... |
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Posted: October-09-2011 at 7:42pm |
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Keep in mind... its a 162!
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Posted: October-10-2011 at 9:15pm |
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Looks pretty sweet! Local flight school just got one, I hope to review this one, it looks fun! It will be a nice little thing to put around in, I'm sure.
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Posted: December-06-2011 at 8:24pm |
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Just realized now would be a good time for my usual bump of this thread. You know, for those of us waiting for release, and to show Jim a few "will be" buyers have interest.
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Posted: December-06-2011 at 8:32pm |
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Patience... we are on short final...
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Posted: December-06-2011 at 8:59pm |
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That's all i was hoping for Jim.
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Posted: December-06-2011 at 9:13pm |
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Jim gave us permission to post screenshots. Here are a few to get your juices flowing. I am loving this aircraft.
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Posted: December-06-2011 at 9:41pm |
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Hope this is not pushing it, but.... Vc shots please?!
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Posted: December-06-2011 at 9:45pm |
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The VC is a real gem. Even as low tech as the real life 162 is, the level of detail in the VC is remarkable. I'll see what I can get but it will be tomorrow before I can post any pics. Unless someone beats me to it.
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Posted: December-07-2011 at 9:21pm |
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WOW!! What a Beauty!
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Posted: December-07-2011 at 9:36pm |
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It certainly is. I predict that even the rivet counters will love it.
I didn't get a chance to get any VC shots tonight. I forgot we had church. I'll try again tomorrow.
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Posted: December-08-2011 at 7:20pm |
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Checking the low tech fuel gauge. There's one on the port wing root and one on the starboard wing root. You gotta love it!
 Check out the real big side windows. Perfect for VFR flying:
 You want detail. Check out the tread on the tires.
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Posted: December-08-2011 at 8:19pm |
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Thanks for the vc porn shots! I wont beg for more. Although.... If any of the testers feel like it...
Looking forward to find out about the features and what made it in the final release. |
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Posted: December-08-2011 at 8:22pm |
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2 things Herc...
1. It is not a Garmin trainer. If you think it should be, avoid this.
2. It is a fun LSA VFR aircraft meant to be a modern day Cub or similar.
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Posted: December-08-2011 at 8:25pm |
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Emphasis on the word "fun". If the real 162 is as much fun to fly as this sim is, I want a real one.
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Posted: December-08-2011 at 9:22pm |
Actually Jim, this is music to my ears, since it's exactly what i hope it would be... And what i am looking for (for a long time that is). |
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Posted: December-09-2011 at 12:49am |
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It's about as much fun as I have had in FSX in a LONG time, I'll say that much. If you like short, treelined and challenging.... this is it, you won't find many more addons that feel right at home. It brings back a lot of memories from my SEL training days.
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Posted: December-09-2011 at 12:30pm |
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Yep. What Paul said.
One more while reboot my old computer. I want to know who left their coffee cup in my aircraft.
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Posted: December-09-2011 at 12:31pm |
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Let me add one more thing. Any lack of detail you don't see that you think you should see, blame it on my end. I have a low end computer that needs upgrading badly.
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Posted: December-09-2011 at 12:34pm |
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Also nobody mentioned, but the cables and pulleys are animated.
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Posted: December-09-2011 at 1:01pm |
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Like these cables. The aileron and elevator cables for two of them.  |
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Posted: December-09-2011 at 1:40pm |
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I can see my house AND the MFD from here:
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Posted: December-09-2011 at 4:00pm |
LOL!
It's looking great guys, looking forward to this one!
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Posted: December-10-2011 at 7:43pm |
Jim, I must say, the SkyCatcher looks very impressive. Simeon Richardson |
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Posted: December-10-2011 at 10:23pm |
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This model comes with an autopilot. But don't be surprised if you leave it off from time to time and just have fun flying by hand. The 162 makes "puddle jumper" a good thing.
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Posted: December-11-2011 at 1:58pm |
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Okay, I will admit it... I am hitting "refresh" quite often since the "short finals" coms. ments and the testers screenie
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Posted: December-11-2011 at 3:00pm |
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Bear with us as we iron out some late issues. Good things come to those who wait. But I've been where you are and know how hard it is.
"Us" being the developers. I just fly 'em. I don't know what makes 'em tick.
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