Flying Fries has just released its latest aircraft for Microsoft Flight Simulator: the Gabriel BK160-TR. Originally introduced in 2017, the Gabriel is a modern general aviation trainer designed by the Italian company Blackshape. Known for its sleek carbon fiber airframe and advanced Garmin avionics, it is powered by a Lycoming IO-320 engine delivering 160 horsepower. The aircraft offers a cruise speed of 150 knots, a maximum altitude of 11,500 feet, and an impressive range of 400 nautical miles, making it an appealing choice for both training and leisure flying.
This virtual rendition of the Gabriel BK160-TR is the third release from Flying Fries and represents over a year of detailed development. The aircraft is modeled and textured with high fidelity, featuring 4K visuals and a carefully tuned flight model to match the real-world specifications. The cockpit is equipped with the full Garmin suite and offers excellent visibility through its bubble canopy.
The aircraft add-on allows for extensive customization available through the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB). You can manage your payload configurations directly from the EFB without using the default simulator menus. The aircraft can be flown from either the front or rear seat, with or without passengers, and features multiple pilot and passenger options.
Flying Fries has included a range of dynamic visual effects, such as engine smoke, heat blur, dust, and rain spray, along with realistic vibration effects in the cockpit to simulate engine and ground roll. A custom sound pack adds to the sense of realism, while a failure system introduces the possibility of broken components like the propeller and canopy. In multiplayer, performance is optimized with five levels of detail (LODs). Additionally, the add-on includes 10 unique liveries, some of which are inspired by real-world counterparts.
Priced at $22.99 USD (excluding VAT), the Gabriel BK160-TR is available for purchase on Flightsim.to. The aircraft is sure to appeal to virtual pilots looking to experience a modern trainer with advanced features and customization options.