Airbus Sharklet Preview Thread

Post by **Tavers** » 24 Aug 2014, 11:39

Hi Folks,

I want to state a few things from the get-go. Project Airbus is a group of people who spend their free time working to release stuff to you FOR FREE. Please understand that it isn't a simple process to make changes to the models, or work on textures. We only ask that you bear this in mind and that you leave your expectations at the door. This isn't a product, we're not selling anything.

Each of the team members either work, study or both. You need to understand that sometimes working on flightsim projects isn't always a priority for us. Thankfully most people are patient and understanding. Unfortunately some feel it's their right to come on here and criticise us for the time it's taking and even suggesting us posting previews is a "tease" and that we get some sort of pleasure out of it. This is not the case. We can appreciate you're keen to get your hands on them, and we're keen to let you have them. when they're finished

Please do NOT request paints in this thread.

Onto the previews..

Stian's:

Dickson:

Mine

Flusimmer · Post by **Flusimmer** » 24 Aug 2014, 12:17

Lovely models

Good lookin shots!

KillerK · Post by **KillerK** » 24 Aug 2014, 12:19

All of those are fabulous looking. Eagerly (and patiently!) awaiting release.

I don't know about others, but I've been waiting many years for a decent A330/A340 model for FS9 and I know in the end the PA models will be very well worth it. What's a bit more waiting on my part? No harm done and plenty other things to do in the mean time. The idea of patience being a virtue appears to have become long lost unfortunately.

itrobb · Post by **itrobb** » 24 Aug 2014, 13:52

That's really disappointing to hear that the thread was deleted because of the pestering. Of course we all look forward to it, I personally can't wait to see the final result. It's a shame that people can't keep themselves from posting the 'Hi wondering if you could get round to painting X if you have the time no hurry thanks'. Being nice won't change anything. It's not going to make anyone here do the paint. No paint requests means exactly that

By the way, could someone change the link on the homepage to the new thread?

The320Pilot · Post by **The320Pilot** » 24 Aug 2014, 15:02

Are you guys going to imorove the wing textures and make them HD? It would be a nice touch for the new models.

Post by **esg** » 24 Aug 2014, 16:14

The320Pilot wrote:Are you guys going to imorove the wing textures and make them HD? It would be a nice touch for the new models.

There was a guy in the old thread who made the wings HD. I dunno if anyone's been in touch with him, but that'd be an idea.

The320Pilot · Post by **The320Pilot** » 24 Aug 2014, 16:47

esg wrote:There was a guy in the old thread who made the wings HD. I dunno if anyone's been in touch with him, but that'd be an idea.

Nice, then.

Alex_94 · Post by **Alex_94** » 24 Aug 2014, 23:26

awesome stuff guys!

bkircher · Post by **bkircher** » 25 Aug 2014, 01:18

esg wrote:
The320Pilot wrote:Are you guys going to imorove the wing textures and make them HD? It would be a nice touch for the new models.
There was a guy in the old thread who made the wings HD. I dunno if anyone's been in touch with him, but that'd be an idea.

I talked to him a few weeks ago and hes still working on them.

YosafatPKYVS · Post by **YosafatPKYVS** » 25 Aug 2014, 23:39

Hey this is very nice.If i can, can you bring me a "sample" of this aircraft and paintkit cause in my country not only AirAsia have this.But Citilink,so i want to make the repaint of it and upload it to PAirbus website

Philz · Post by **Philz** » 26 Aug 2014, 16:14

I think I'm in love

Post by **Tavers** » 27 Aug 2014, 01:51

YosafatPKYVS wrote:Hey this is very nice.If i can, can you bring me a "sample" of this aircraft and paintkit cause in my country not only AirAsia have this.But Citilink,so i want to make the repaint of it and upload it to PAirbus website

The paint kit is the same. The only difference is the addition of the sharklet, so you can start painting now.

markm24 · Post by **markm24** » 27 Aug 2014, 02:01

Is that true that the engines are toothed in airbus a320 sharkleted aircraft? (similar to boeing 787 engine) [can be seen at the latter part of the engine]

Post by **Tavers** » 27 Aug 2014, 03:59

markm24 wrote:Is that true that the engines are toothed in airbus a320 sharkleted aircraft? (similar to boeing 787 engine) [can be seen at the latter part of the engine]

Only on the Chevron engine model.. only a few operators use them I believe.

The320Pilot · Post by **The320Pilot** » 27 Aug 2014, 04:44

So there will be different models? (Chevrons and not-chevrons)

Post by **Tavers** » 27 Aug 2014, 07:13

The320Pilot wrote:So there will be different models? (Chevrons and not-chevrons)

Yes

markm24 · Post by **markm24** » 27 Aug 2014, 14:46

Awesome, Travers!

BTW, why isn't there A320 family virtual cockpit? The A380 has it (although it's a downer for FSX user), and the upcoming A330 and A340 wil have it.
Why there isn't any for A320?

(Please don't criticize this comment. I maybe not aware of what's going on regarding this VC)

M@rco · Post by **M@rco** » 27 Aug 2014, 15:25

There was a VC, but only for A321 (title of the thread said it), WIP. Just search after this thread. But this project is still frozen.

YosafatPKYVS · Post by **YosafatPKYVS** » 28 Aug 2014, 06:11

Okay tx travers

Kurosaki · Post by **Kurosaki** » 29 Aug 2014, 05:12

Really great work guys. Totally awesome work and skill put into such a great gem of the FS community.

DennisR · Post by **DennisR** » 02 Sep 2014, 18:48

Is there any news?
(sorry for my english )

Flusimmer · Post by **Flusimmer** » 02 Sep 2014, 20:45

Give those guys a break! The bird in these shots already looks kinda perfect and done, what else do you want to see on newer ones? Other angles and repaints maybe.. Grabe a cup of tea, lean back, relax and wait for it, i presume its 100% worth!

lukasgv1 · Post by **lukasgv1** » 02 Sep 2014, 20:46

DennisR wrote:Is there any news?
(sorry for my english )

No posts = No news. (As always...)

The320Pilot · Post by **The320Pilot** » 03 Sep 2014, 00:20

Flusimmer wrote:Give those guys a break! The bird in these shots already looks kinda perfect and done, what else do you want to see on newer ones? Other angles and repaints maybe.. Grabe a cup of tea, lean back, relax and wait for it, i presume its 100% worth!

+1

Post by **Tavers** » 03 Sep 2014, 07:18

Nothing new to report, sorry guys.

jesusvaron · Post by **jesusvaron** » 05 Sep 2014, 14:04

I´ll be waiting impatiently this excellent model, i love PA, it's the best free add on for Flight Simulator X. Excellent work.

Santiago Narayana · Post by **Santiago Narayana** » 07 Sep 2014, 04:16

This is dead.
Same with the A330/340.

M@rco · Post by **M@rco** » 07 Sep 2014, 05:55

Santiago Narayana wrote:This is dead.
Same with the A330/340.

Nope! They post updates, if there are updates. So be patient otherwise this thread will be closed, too, I think.

Post by **esg** » 07 Sep 2014, 16:57

We're preparing the FS9 release.

bkircher · Post by **bkircher** » 07 Sep 2014, 18:20

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet! Best news in weeks!

Airlineer · Post by **Airlineer** » 07 Sep 2014, 18:24

Nice news guys! Great work!! For FSX model is there a way to open doors 3 and 4 so AES guys don't look like there floating through the plane?

jesusvaron · Post by **jesusvaron** » 07 Sep 2014, 20:20

esg wrote:We're preparing the FS9 release.

Excellent and very soon FSX release. Thanks Project Airbus - The best team. Regards

KVSmith72 · Post by **KVSmith72** » 08 Sep 2014, 06:39

Hope the server doesn't explode when it is released.

Post by **Tavers** » 08 Sep 2014, 07:41

Santiago Narayana wrote:This is dead.
Same with the A330/340.

Nice first post...

vinitavares · Post by **vinitavares** » 08 Sep 2014, 08:09

This is a very good news!!!! I'm very excited with this update!!! The model is amazing!! Congrats for the hole PA Staff!!!

gmidy · Post by **gmidy** » 08 Sep 2014, 11:39

Not an FS9 user but great news either way!

Elmar · Post by **Elmar** » 08 Sep 2014, 16:38

That's just amazing! I never thought that I like the sharklets so much, but the more I see them, the better I like them. I'm gladly looking forward to the release!

Best regards,
Elmar

YosafatPKYVS · Post by **YosafatPKYVS** » 09 Sep 2014, 01:13

sorry but something wrong with the url of dropbox it said 404 error file not found on the update hope help to reupload the link plz?

bkircher · Post by **bkircher** » 09 Sep 2014, 04:47

Drop box link? Where??

YosafatPKYVS · Post by **YosafatPKYVS** » 09 Sep 2014, 09:57

oh sorry it's my fault i think it's the update for PA32X,but it's a old update for it for about 4 years ago

Post by **LN-OSS** » 09 Sep 2014, 14:19

Just another sneaky

Soon guys.... Sooon

Stian

LiamNCL · Post by **LiamNCL** » 09 Sep 2014, 16:58

The sharklets are stunning ! Is there anyway to make the leading edge of the engine cowling dull amd not so shiny so it gives it that metal feel ?

Aldaron47 · Post by **Aldaron47** » 09 Sep 2014, 23:24

Fantastic work guys... thank you for the fantastic planes so far and can wait for the ones that are being developed

Cant wait for this beauty

SX-AKO

thealaskanmike · Post by **thealaskanmike** » 10 Sep 2014, 00:29

I hope one of the editers see this. I know I'm late, but will the cheveron cfms be an ad on too? I have a fanticy airline and would like to see the cheverons on the A320 and A319

Post by **Tavers** » 10 Sep 2014, 00:36

thealaskanmike wrote:I hope one of the editers see this. I know I'm late, but will the cheveron cfms be an ad on too? I have a fanticy airline and would like to see the cheverons on the A320 and A319

Chevron is only an option on the A321

bkircher · Post by **bkircher** » 10 Sep 2014, 07:58

Thanks for the update!

jesusvaron · Post by **jesusvaron** » 10 Sep 2014, 14:01

LN-OSS wrote:Just another sneaky

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/970 ... arknew.jpg

Soon guys.... Sooon

Stian

So nice, i can't wait, excellent work.

itrobb · Post by **itrobb** » 10 Sep 2014, 15:31

LN-OSS wrote:Just another sneaky

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/970 ... arknew.jpg

Soon guys.... Sooon

thealaskanmike · Post by **thealaskanmike** » 11 Sep 2014, 21:00

Tavers wrote:
thealaskanmike wrote:I hope one of the editers see this. I know I'm late, but will the cheveron cfms be an ad on too? I have a fanticy airline and would like to see the cheverons on the A320 and A319
Chevron is only an option on the A321

Darn, here I am looking silly. Another question, are the planes also going to have simulated better fuel efficiency? Or is it just added sharklets with no difference in fuel burn?

Post by **esg** » 11 Sep 2014, 21:44

The FDE hasn't been modified (except for removing light fx from aircraft.cfg's). I've packed all the files for release now, they just need to be checked.