The latest update v1.0.4 for B727 Freighter MSFS by Aerosoft and FlightSim Studio, brings a range of improvements and fixes. Key enhancements include cockpit updates such as new decals, a gear lever, and the removal of the copilot tiller. Exterior metallic effects have been corrected for better compatibility with third-party liveries, while a new flight model improves takeoff ease, as well as roll and yaw behavior, bringing it closer to real-world performance. Additionally, the parking brake and EGT simulation during startup have been refined for more realistic behavior.
The update also includes numerous bug fixes, addressing issues like DC Meter voltage behavior, engine shutdown glitches, and transponder control. Flight model improvements include more stable pitch during approach, heavier roll and yaw, and increased drag. Other notable improvements involve enhanced hydraulic simulation, better parking brake logic, and improved external lighting and engine smoke effects. This update sets the stage for upcoming features, including the GNS-XLS flight management system, which is now in internal testing.
V1.0.4 changelog
Bug Fixes:
- #593 – Remove co-pilot tiller
- #879 – Fixed DC Meter and Voltage behavior when on BAT only
- #1089 – Fixed engine 1 not shutting down
- #1079 – Fixed nav light direction
- #1081 – Moved FLT switch operation to before takeoff flow
- #1084 – Removed cabin altitude setting from preflight flow
- #1072 – Fixed transponder can’t be controlled externally
- #1066 – Fixed heading decrease/increase events not working
- #615 – Fixed ground prox light remains on in testing dim position
- #890 – Fixed glitchy takeoff performance table texture
- #1080 – Fixed autobrake not working
- #1019 – Corrected fuel spawning across all spawning situations
- #1056 – Implement EFB check param on window handle template
- #364 – Hide friction lever object, readjust throttle quadrant object
- #1086 – Fixed power loss with CC flow when spawning with APU on
- #300 – Fixed wrong slip indication behavior
- #1099 – Fixed alt select issues when using TDS GTNXi
Improvements:
- #1039 – New flightmodel: Pitch behavior in approach is more stable
- #1039 – New flightmodel: Rotation is again improved
- #1039 – New flightmodel: Roll and yaw feels more heavy
- #1039 – New flightmodel: Increased drag
- #565 – Added main deck smoke detector panel
- #1087 – Added hydraulic reservoir quantity variation
- #892 – Enhanced standby hydraulic pressure simulation
- #1108 – Removed ground objects in Before Start Flow
- #535 – Enhanced engine EGT simulation on startup
- #581 – Enhanced parking brake logic (brake input required)
- #859 – Improved sync light / external power light 3D object
- #1033 – Improved engine smoke effect
- #702 – Landing gear “wheel” now translucent
- #682 – Improved main fire handle textures/decals
- #1108 – Remove Ground Objects in Before Start Flow