Horizon Simulations set to Release B787-9 on October 27th
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Horizon Simulations - creators of the popular Freeware Kuro 787-8 mod - is pleased to announce the imminent release of their Boeing 787-9 enhancement for Microsoft Flight Simulator. This highly anticipated aircraft is scheduled for public release on October 27, 2023 as freeware. The Boeing 787-9 will be available for download right here on Flightsim.to. You can also access it through the Headwind Simulations Installer.
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The Horizon Simulations team has poured their expertise and dedication into this project, resulting in a host of remarkable enhancements for the Boeing 787-9. The release will include a compilation of approx. 30 liveries as well.
EFB Enhancements:
- Addition of EFB performance calculations for the -9 and both engine types.
- Inclusion of a doors page in the EFB.
Model Enhancements:
- Enhanced exterior model with grime, dirt, markings, and more.
- Integration of SATCOM into the model.
- New default wing textures.
- Separate listing of RR and GE engines in the MSFS menu.
- Improved appearance of engine cowlings.
- Enhanced engine fan blades animations.
- Fine-tuning of wingflex and engine vibrations.
- Recolored engine spinners.
- Fresh Hublot/ Parallax window textures.
- Realistic gear compression simulation.
Lighting Enhancements:
- Comprehensive overhaul of exterior lighting.
- Cabin lighting now incorporates "mood lighting" in the external view, tailored to the livery type.
Cockpit Enhancements:
- Introduction of new cockpit textures (Optional download).
- Integration of correct engine displays based on engine type.
- Addition of Vbar option.
Sound Enhancements:
- Inclusion of a new GEnx sound package.
Flight Model Enhancements:
- Reworked flight model to align with -9 tables.
- Adjusted fuel flow to match -9 figures.
- Revamped taxi model to match -9 specifications.
- Tweaked idle thrust settings.
- Overhauled flap configuration.
- Adjusted drag/lift values.
- Ensured model matching (Wing area, aircraft length, fuselage width).
Miscellaneous Enhancements:
- Integration of GSX profiles.
- Provision of a -9 Paintkit.
- Offering a choice of over 30 meticulously crafted liveries.
- Inclusion of -9 tooltips.
- Correction of -9 description.
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Horizon Simulations extends its sincere appreciation to the dedicated individuals who have contributed their expertise and commitment to make the Boeing 787-9 a standout addition to the virtual aircraft lineup. The Boeing 787-9 will be released just prior to VATSIM’s annual Cross the Pond event. Like other 787 variants, the Horizon Simulations Boeing 787-9 will require the Premium Deluxe edition of Microsoft Flight Simulator for full functionality. This edition is necessary to harness the advanced systems logic present in the game.