An important point is that for the very first time, it is not possible to buy the aircraft alone, the Accusim extension is built inside so you can only buy the full package, at approx. 50 dollars, which is more or less the same price as the older packages plane+Accusim extension for that plane.
I bought it yesterday and quickly made a first flight. As expected, A2A has once again set a new definition for realism and immersion. If you look at the official videos showing the features of that plane, you will immediately understand what I'm speaking about. For a short summary:
- the plane has a fantastic level of details, both for the external model and the virtual cockpit
- a payload manager will allow you to select the amount of fuel, as well as number and position of passengers (you decide who goes where, only visible in external model)
- the sounds are fantastic, and just like previous warbirds, you can also activate headphones which filter the engine/wind noise (also visible in external model)
- the Accusim module has been pushed far over anything done until now. You can now perform the pre-flight checks, with predefined external views and a convenient set of 2D popups which let you take a glance at the fuel, oil, various organs etc... and their status.
- just like ealier Accusim modules, your engine will get wear and damage based on what you do, not randomly.
- unlike earlier Accusim modules, your plane will age EVEN IF YOU DON'T USE IT ! Accusim considers your plane to be in the hangar. If you don't use it for several weeks/months, the fuel and oil will get old, and the oil might cause corrosion inside the engine.
- many other features I forgot.
Enjoy
