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    Posted: December-11-2011 at 3:00pm
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.LOL
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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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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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Originally posted by Jim Rhoads Jim Rhoads wrote:

Patience... we are on short final...


Jim,

I must say, the SkyCatcher looks very impressive.

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Originally posted by cal2177 cal2177 wrote:

I can see my house AND the MFD from here:
 
LOL!
 
It's looking great guys, looking forward to this one!
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I can see my house AND the MFD from here:
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Like these cables. The aileron and elevator cables for two of them.
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Also nobody mentioned, but the cables and pulleys are animated.
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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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Yep. What Paul said.
 
One more while reboot my old computer. I want to know who left their coffee cup in my aircraft.Wink
 
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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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Originally posted by Jim Rhoads Jim Rhoads wrote:

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.

 


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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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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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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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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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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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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WOW!! What a Beauty!Smile

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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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Hope this is not pushing it, but.... Vc shots please?!
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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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That's all i was hoping for Jim.
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Patience... we are on short final...
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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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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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Keep in mind... its a 162! 
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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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I can't wait to get this one I will be flying this one a lot
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Herc,
 
We should be in advanced beta testing anytime soon...
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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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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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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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Nice video. Looking forward to at least trying it in the virtual skies...
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Thanks Jeff. First flight (as pilot) is Wednesday. Tongue
 
Yes, that is blue hair on my CFI. It's now RED. California people...lol  But seriously, an awesome guy and great instructor! And the SkyCatcher rents for $125/hr wet(It was $110 when I started in January). There's another C162 that came to the area and it goes for $100.
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Nice Vid NismoRR.   I so want to get back up in the air! Need to drop some weight first though.

Congrats on passing the checkride!
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Does that guy have blue hair lol?

How much does it cost you for 1 hr of flight?
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Funny this post just got updated recently. I've been away since March and am happy to say I passed my Sport Pilot checkride this week!! Clap  And yes, it was in the SkyCatcher. I have ~32 hours logged and have really enjoyed learning to fly in this plane. Was looking to see what's going on with this model as of course I'll be getting her ASAP. I'll be looking to add my Airspace Endorsement in October or so, and was hoping the C162 would be out by then and I could practice on Vatsim.  Crossing Fingers... 
  
 
BTW, I got this video last week from inside the cockpit from my CFI if you want to take a look.
 
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Its coming... we have had some snags, but we should be rounding it out soon...
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My heart skipped a beat when i saw this thread got updated... But alas :(

Jim, feel free to update us when ever you feel like it!
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According to Garmin's website, it does contain an SD-card slot:
 
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