RealFlight version 3.50.060 is now available on the public server as an online update. To obtain it, simply run the RealFlight Launcher, click Additional Options, then click Registration/Updates. You may need to complete the online registration, so make sure you do that first. This may be required even if you've registered previously--for example, after switching between different servers. Make sure to use the same password you've used to register in the past (if applicable). Then, click Update to Latest Version, or Update to Specific Version if you prefer, and follow the instructions.
You will not need to download the update again if you have previously obtained it from the public beta server. To manually disconnect from the public beta server (an optional step), go to the technical support dialog and enter the tech support code UCBK.
Note that this update is cumulative. As long as you obtain the update via the Launcher, you do not need to update to any earlier versions first.
Here is a list of the new features and bug fixes for 3.50.060:
NEW FEATURES:
RPM Sensor electronics component added to aircraft editor
Servo Mixer electronics component has new "Multiply Inputs" logic
Gear doors can be children of other gear doors
Support for RealFlight Expansion Pack 3
FIXED BUGS:
Animated objects with a path-based component (e.g., roller coaster) detect collisions with their moving parts
Roller coaster-type objects are animated smoothly
Collision files that need to be regenerated on the user's disk because of content changes included in an update are always detected and recreated
Resting contact forces are applied when the aircraft is on an object
Center of gravity is calculated properly for wings after they break off
"Breakoff Together" advanced property for wings works consistently
Switching to a night-flying airport within MultiMode after entering using a daytime airport does not display numerous graphical artifacts
Import/Export: Imported colorschemes are immediately added to the list of available schemes
Import/Export: Cancelling a raw panoramic image import operation leaves no pieces behind
Import/Export: Some error messages are improved and/or include more information
Some resources (motors, rotor blades, etc.) that were previously restricted to Add-Ons and Expansion Packs are now available in RealFlight
VFI: Frank Noll's Elevator lesson description is correct
Heli Orientation Trainer: Ghost location always changes after starting a new level
Multiplayer: IPv6 addresses are filtered out of the list of possible addresses
Propeller-based and turbine engine components can be selected as the RPM component for a governor
Keyboard shortcuts to change wind speed, wind direction, sun inclination, and sun azimuth adhere to the Windows keyboard repeat rate and delay settings
Misc. user interface improvements and corrections
Launcher: A specific type of download error which made it possible for the online update to leave some files updated and some not, thereby corrupting the installation, is now properly detected. If the error occurs, the update process will abort as expected and leave RealFlight in its uncorrupted pre-update state
AIRCRAFT CHANGES:
Albatros DVa (AO4): Tail rests normally on the ground without bouncing
Bell 222 (both versions): Retracts are located on the 3-position switch instead of the knob. Gear is down in normal flight mode and up in Idle Up 1 or 2
ElectroStreak: Tail rests normally on the ground without bouncing
Extra 330 (AO3): Physics and visual rudder are properly aligned, and elevator is properly trimmed
FlyZone SkyFly: Saving the color scheme to disk for editing is allowed
Lancair ES (AO5): Decreased flap-elevator mix prevents nose from dropping when flaps are deployed
Osprey (AO5): Overall flight behavior is improved, model is more responsive, and handling at low engine output is more realistic
P-6E Hawk (EP2): Flying wires are colored black
Schweizer: CG adjustment eliminates the tendency to pitch forward
Simple Flier: Location and size of ruddervators in physics corresponds more closely to the graphical mesh. Trim is also slightly improved
Slinger: Aircraft no longer enters unrecoverable tumble
WildRC's Mini IFO: Properly trimmed
You will not need to download the update again if you have previously obtained it from the public beta server. To manually disconnect from the public beta server (an optional step), go to the technical support dialog and enter the tech support code UCBK.
Note that this update is cumulative. As long as you obtain the update via the Launcher, you do not need to update to any earlier versions first.
Here is a list of the new features and bug fixes for 3.50.060:
NEW FEATURES:
RPM Sensor electronics component added to aircraft editor
Servo Mixer electronics component has new "Multiply Inputs" logic
Gear doors can be children of other gear doors
Support for RealFlight Expansion Pack 3
FIXED BUGS:
Animated objects with a path-based component (e.g., roller coaster) detect collisions with their moving parts
Roller coaster-type objects are animated smoothly
Collision files that need to be regenerated on the user's disk because of content changes included in an update are always detected and recreated
Resting contact forces are applied when the aircraft is on an object
Center of gravity is calculated properly for wings after they break off
"Breakoff Together" advanced property for wings works consistently
Switching to a night-flying airport within MultiMode after entering using a daytime airport does not display numerous graphical artifacts
Import/Export: Imported colorschemes are immediately added to the list of available schemes
Import/Export: Cancelling a raw panoramic image import operation leaves no pieces behind
Import/Export: Some error messages are improved and/or include more information
Some resources (motors, rotor blades, etc.) that were previously restricted to Add-Ons and Expansion Packs are now available in RealFlight
VFI: Frank Noll's Elevator lesson description is correct
Heli Orientation Trainer: Ghost location always changes after starting a new level
Multiplayer: IPv6 addresses are filtered out of the list of possible addresses
Propeller-based and turbine engine components can be selected as the RPM component for a governor
Keyboard shortcuts to change wind speed, wind direction, sun inclination, and sun azimuth adhere to the Windows keyboard repeat rate and delay settings
Misc. user interface improvements and corrections
Launcher: A specific type of download error which made it possible for the online update to leave some files updated and some not, thereby corrupting the installation, is now properly detected. If the error occurs, the update process will abort as expected and leave RealFlight in its uncorrupted pre-update state
AIRCRAFT CHANGES:
Albatros DVa (AO4): Tail rests normally on the ground without bouncing
Bell 222 (both versions): Retracts are located on the 3-position switch instead of the knob. Gear is down in normal flight mode and up in Idle Up 1 or 2
ElectroStreak: Tail rests normally on the ground without bouncing
Extra 330 (AO3): Physics and visual rudder are properly aligned, and elevator is properly trimmed
FlyZone SkyFly: Saving the color scheme to disk for editing is allowed
Lancair ES (AO5): Decreased flap-elevator mix prevents nose from dropping when flaps are deployed
Osprey (AO5): Overall flight behavior is improved, model is more responsive, and handling at low engine output is more realistic
P-6E Hawk (EP2): Flying wires are colored black
Schweizer: CG adjustment eliminates the tendency to pitch forward
Simple Flier: Location and size of ruddervators in physics corresponds more closely to the graphical mesh. Trim is also slightly improved
Slinger: Aircraft no longer enters unrecoverable tumble
WildRC's Mini IFO: Properly trimmed