Hello, Eastern used to fly "Shuttle" service using Electra aircraft, but their schedule (mid-1970's) doesn't show any flight numbers - just departure times. Can anyone tell me how they used to number these flights? I'm trying to program them as <acronym title="Air India">AI</acronym> aircraft in FS2...
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Thanks, I was thinking they had DC-9's and 720's and wasn't sure whether 707's had already been phased out when the DC-10's came in.
Does anyone have any information about the number of these aircraft that were operating in their fleet at the time?
Thanks,
Kurt
How many of each type of aircraft were in Continental's fleet during the second half of 1974? Were they still flying 707's?
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Kurt
Hi,
As far as I know, the yellowing is permanent. It got worse after they took lead out of paints. But if anyone does have a solution, I'd also be interested.
Take care,
Kurt
Hi, Richard, Our new computer has Windows XP, but I haven't seen the problem you described. Sorry I can't help, but at least I can tell you it probably isn't a Windows XP problem. But I don't tend to leave the map open for very long, so maybe I'll try that next time to see what happens. Best wishes,...
Jump to postHi, I have had FS98, but it didn't run very well on my old computer and about all I ever used was ATP. The new computer runs FS98 and FS2002 fine, but I am using 2002 since I never did much with 98. One thing I really like about FS2002 is being able to download weather and having it reproduced so ni...
Jump to postInteresting... I have Windows XP and didn't realize the unzipping function would be harder for another version. It seemed simple enough...
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Kurt
If you are talking FS2002, you simply place them in the "Aircraft" directory.
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Kurt
Hi, Does anyone know how often the "real-world" weather site for FS2002 is updated? I've noticed the weather report pulled off of the National Weather Service site and the weather coming down to FS2002 are different; at least winds are by quite a bit. Also, does anyone know the address of FS's weath...
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I, too, noticed this type of problem last night. The strange thing is that it doesn't always behave that way; I've been using this 737-200 for about two weeks. So if there is something in the .AIR file to fix, I'd be glad to try.
Thanks,
Kurt
OK, I thought Station 0 was the center of the aircraft. That would certainly explain why I can't get the nose up! (I even lowered the flaps farther than normal as we crossed 200 kts).
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Kurt
Hi, Has anyone experienced the following problem from using Microsoft's Aircraft Editor to load an airplane: For example, after loading 30,000 lbs onto Station 0 of the 767, things seem normal as you begin takeoff. When you reach rotation speed and try to lift the nose, there is little or no respons...
Jump to postHi, That sounds similar to something I noticed flying around the United States. Mostly the weather was overcast, but suddenly the clouds would disappear so you could see everywhere. Then, they'd reappear again. I think it had to do with the weather being reported at various stations, and FS sets eve...
Jump to postThanks -- I'll check those out!
Kurt
Hi,
I'd like to get a copy of European SimCharts in Version 1.5, but haven't been able to find them. Anyone know where they can be purchased on the Net?
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Kurt
Hi,
Is there a way to check your aircraft weight as you fly? The gross weight is used to determine rotation speed during takeoff and also speed for landing. But how do you figure out the aircraft weight?
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Kurt
Hi, Gr325,
I only got FS2002 about two weeks ago. My previous computer could barely run FS98 (it was 166). I'm not sure I'd go out and buy a computer just for FS2002, but if you were upgrading for other reasons, it sure is a neat simulator!
Take care,
Kurt
Hi, Could somebody please help me with a couple of questions about downloaded weather in FS2002? 1. After you've downloaded real-world weather (works very well -- I like it!), is there a way to check the winds aloft so you can select your optimum cruise altitude? 2. Is there a way to check the weath...
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Thanks for the info. I'm very new to FS2002, so I also missed the first "473,303,021" times.
Take care,
Kurt
Hi, The glideslope guides your altitude during the approach and the localizer guides your alignment with the runway. ATC will put you on a course that intersects the localizer. When your ILS needle shows you are about lined up, you turn the aircraft toward the runway (you learn to time the turn so y...
Jump to postInspired by Ryanb741, I tried reinstalling FS2002. One other thing I noticed is that the icon was blank instead of Microsoft-looking. For whatever reason, it now works fine! I didn't even have to remove Windows Mediaplayer (although that was going to be my next step). I thank you all for your replie...
Jump to postLH423 and EasyJet737, are either of you running with an NVIDIA GeForce2 card?
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Kurt
Hi, Has anyone had trouble running FS2002 on a new Dell computer? The program does not start, but simply flashes a box and remains at the Windows screen. It seemed to install normally. This computer has Windows XP, a NVIDIA GeForce2 graphics card, an SB Live soundcard, 256MB RAM. Thanks for any advi...
Jump to postI recently did a space shuttle using flat coat and it looked fine, even right over the windows. Gloss coat over cockpit (or passenger) windows does just fine, too. Actually gloss is better because then the windows are shiny like they're supposed to be.
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Kurt
The scenery for most of these simulators is older, so if I could get a set of charts from that timeframe it would do a better job matching.
Thanks,
Kurt
Does anyone know who sells expired high-altitude navigational charts for flight simulator use? I'm looking particularly for Europe in the 1999-2000 timeframe.
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Kurt
Hi, Long ago I built their L-1011, but never go to do a 747. The L-1011's assembly was much like any other kit except for the landing gear being made up of many parts (wheels, hubs, brakes, strut pieces) -- I don't recall the gear being particularly hard, but if there were 18 wheels I could see wher...
Jump to postThere's an idea... You never know what they might have in the storeroom somewhere.
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Kurt
Hi,
Does anyone know where I might be able to buy a 1976 JP Airline Fleets book? 1975 would do, too.
Thanks,
Kurt
I'm thinking it started with a 727, but I also picture a DC-9 in my mind, so maybe this switching between aircraft is the reason why?
Thanks for your help,
Kurt
Hi,
Air Canada began scheduled service to SFO in the mid-to-late 1970's. Does anyone know which type of aircraft was used? Was it a DC-9 or a 727?
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Kurt
"Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel." - Isaiah 7:14 "But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, Though you are little among the thousands of Judah, Yet out of you shall come forth to Me The One to be ruler in Israel,...
Jump to postIf there is an organization that wants to keep a CV 880, for example, as a museum piece, I'm sure the company that currently owns the airframe would be glad to hand it over to them -- provided they are paid at least the same amount as spare parts and recycling would have made. Personally, I'd like v...
Jump to postAviation history only matters to the people on this forum; not to the average businessmen. Their decisions are based on "the bottom line" -- what provides the most profit? If the aircraft are beyond economic use and nobody wants to buy them intact, all they will do is rot in storage. Rotting aircraf...
Jump to postThe E-8 JSTARS aircraft at Robins AFB are refurbished and modified 707-300C's. Many of them are ex-QANTAS. They are supposed to be around for 20 more years. The USAF E-3 and Navy E-6 are modified 707-300B airframes. Unlike the E-8, they were bought new off of the Boeing production line instead of fi...
Jump to postAs Qantasman said, the Gemini Jets are excellent. They have more detail than a lot of the larger 1/200 scale models.
I can't comment on other companies because my 1/400 collection is liveries from the 1970's, and Gemini produces more of those than any other company.
Boeing uses the first digit as the basic series of the aircraft, and then the last two digits are the customer code. Sometimes the older aircraft had different series within a series, and those aircraft will have a fourth letter at the end. For example: 707-338C A series 300 707, customer code "38" ...
Jump to postThere is good information at: www.sunairexpress.com
Best wishes,
BigGiraffe
If, by "drilling out", you are talking about what we've done on several aircraft, you are enlarging the holes to remove very tiny cracks. Usually you go about 1/64" larger if you planned the job correctly. By removing the hairline cracks, you are basically starting over with a clean hole. The larger...
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Do you guys have anything neat happening (parked) Saturday (8/19)? There is an airline hobby convention at the Atlanta Convention Center by the airport, and it wouldn't be too hard to swing around and have a look...
Thanks,
BigGiraffe
I'd be curious to see what they look like behind the wall paneling and insulation, and especially down in the bilge area. They are probably in pretty good shape, but not as good as the outside. It is hard to keep them that way for 30 years and multiple operators.
Jump to postI miss PSA, too. They were (are) my favorite airline. All of my PSA flights were 727-200's except for one on an Electra. Never got to ride the 1011's, but watched them operate into San Jose. So MetroJet does the smiles? I didn't know that... We tried to get Eastern to paint smiles when I was there, ...
Jump to postPSA carried the smiles for quite a while on their older red scheme. About the time the L1011's were to be delivered, they changed to the pink and orange colors and named their aircraft "Grinningbirds". The L1011 was "Mother Grinningbird". Later they changed away from the pink because it was fading t...
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The two-man cockpit and the complexity of the wiring redesign delayed delivery of the first -400, as I recall.
They also found a new, improved engine for the -400. They have a larger diameter and significantly more thrust than those on the earlier 747's.
Sounds like I'd better be more specific... I flew PSA frequently up to 1980, and Air California a couple of times during the same period. After I left the California area, Air California changed management and was renamed AirCal. Now that you've brought it up, I may have a vague recollection that th...
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Education time: What do you mean by "position"? Those numbers sound too short to be seat rows, so are you talking about cargo container locations?
Thanks,
BigGiraffe
I hadn't realized they were "bitter rivals". Everything was still regulated when they were in their prime. PSA served LAX, but Air California went into Long Beach. They had a lot of other cities in common, but served them with different routes. Most of my travel was on PSA, but I can't say I noticed...
Jump to postThe original DC-8-10 was turbojet. The basic fuselage and wings stayed the same up thru the Series 50 (which is turbofan). The -61 was a stretched -50 and had the same wings and engines. The -62 was stretched a little bit beyond the -50, but didn't get near the length of the -61. But the wings and e...
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Boeing was able to do a lot of development work on the -300 and get some of it paid for by selling -300's, which allowed a lower price on the -400's. They always knew it wasn't the end of the 747 line, but just a gap filler.
So I'll throw in with Prebennorholm.