ICON-A5 - VSKYLABS Test-Pilot

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Both X-Plane 12 and X-Plane 11 versions available . New Version 3.5

This project is part of the VSKYLABS 'Test-Pilot' series, designed specifically for use with X-Plane cutting edge Experimental Flight Model.

The ICON-A5 is an American Light Sport Aircraft Single Engine amphibious aircraft. It is constructed mostly from composites materials (carbon fibre) and powered by the electronically fuel injected Rotax 921iS engine.

It was designed to allow a close and intimate interaction with the world, in the form of an amphibious aircraft with folding wings. This combination is allowing the A5 to be operated to and from almost every spot on the planet, from smooth short runways, dirt or beach strips...parked in a home-garage!

The ICON-A5 concept is an accessible and safe design for aviation new-comers and beginner pilots. Featuring a straight forward, car-like cockpit and display, it also has various safety systems and safety oriented flying characteristics such as the Anti-Spin aerodynamic design. The A5 is taking advantage of an Angle of Attack Gauge (AoA) which is “summing up” the aircraft’s current aerodynamic situation at any speed load and maneuver. The A5 is also designed to be a spin-resistant aircraft, which will allow continuous control during stall. The A5 is equipped with a ballistic parachute system.

The project is setting up a highly detailed and highly accurate ICON-A5 simulation along with full VR compatibility.

Project Main Features:

The most comprehensive VSKYLABS Project up to date.
VSKYLABS 'Test-Pilot' Project.
Highly defined flight dynamics model of the ICON-A5, built around the powerful, native X-Plane 11 'Experimental Flight Model' environment.
'Designed for VR' - Virtual Reality Ready (of course it is a joy to fly in 2D...).
Unique aspects of the ICON-A5 are simulated and are part of the flying experience along with the unique and authentic systems, cockpit panels and display systems:

Highly detailed, fully animated aircraft exterior and interior 3D model.
Fully functional, authentic A5 Angle of Attack display system.
Unique and authentic iconography and embedded into the display systems in the cockpit.
CAP system (Ballistic Parachute system) modeled along with automatic gear retraction upon activation.
Bilge water build-up and purge system are modeled.
Removable cockpit windows.
The A5's unique custom designed, authentic Landing and Taxi lights.

Fully animated wing-fold mechanism, embedded into the flight dynamics model/physics.
Fully functional LR G1000 Avionics - Incorporating an innovative solution of a single display with dual PFD/MFD modes!
Fully functional G1000 autopilot modes.
Custom built PFD Companion and a fully functional Autopilot system included.
High quality, animated pilot figure for highly immersive experience in 2D/VR modes.
Built-in Avitab Plugin compatibility (AviTab plugin is not included).
FMOD Sounds.
The project is under constant maintenance and development - updates are free.
Skunkcraft Updater is included - all updates are being pushed smoothly without the need to re-download the entire base package (base package will be updated every once in a while to minimize the gap).
Highly responsive VSKYLABS support forums.

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Version 3.5 (March 27th 2023)

XP12 update

Fix to dark/missing landing gears state indicator.
Avionics lighting tune-ups.
Cockpit instruments lighting tune-ups.
FMOD update: Upgrade to FMOD 2.0 + new engine sounds and various refinements.
Several fixes to interior 3-d modeling (seats, switches).
Several PBR refinements (cockpit interior).

Version 3.4 (December 24th 2022)

Minor fix - faulty fuel tank name in X-Plane GUI.

Version 3.2 (November 23rd 2022)

Added the Skunkcraft Updater

Version XP12 (September 5th 2022)

Link for XP12 version added

Version v2.0 (19th November 2020)

Major Update Release:

FMOD Sounds:

Updated FMOD sound-pack - complete overhaul!

Systems:

Addition of LR G1000 avionics configuration (PFD+MFD with a single screen functionality).
Improved VSL Companion (Tablet based LSA avionics - changed to rev 2.0).
Addition of fully functional AutoPilot system.
Updated radio digits (COM1).
Bilge switch re-wired, pump can be operated when there is no water in the bilge.
Lighting system - instrument lighting system updated.

Interaction:

Improved cockpit interactions for 2D/VR operations.
Added external touch-zones for wing-fold operations.
VR config file includes fine-tuning configuration of G1000/Other switches.

Flight Dynamics:

BSR - Parachute envelope remodeled.

POH - Manual:

Updated to rev 003!

General 3D aspects:

Various fixes and improvements.

Version v1.2 (28th November 2019):

Flight Dynamics Model:

Flight dynamics model tuneup for X-Plane 11.40+ experimental flight model environment.
Stall characteristics tuneup.
Note: due to the new prop-wash simulation, and due to the fact that the propeller of the ICON-A5 is blowing air in close proximity to the tail section - nose attitude during takeoff, when the engine is working at high RPM, must be managed to avoid tail strike.

Bug fixes:

Water rudder switch operation was fixed.

Version v1.1 (24th March 2019):

Systems:

Electrical system tuneup - Alternator algorithm fixed.
Oil system algorithm tuneup + engine damage algorithm was added in case of exceeding oil temperature limit.

3D modeling and textures fixes:

inner canopy reflections reduced.
overhead panel 3D model bug was fixed.
COM1 power button textures were fixed.
'OFF' placard was added to main power switch button in the 'off' position.

STMA Autoupdater plugin was added to the project. Future updates will be pushed smoothly without the need to re-download the entire base package (base package will be updated every once in a while to minimize the gap).

version v1.01 (16th March 2019)

Minor FIX - Alternator light always "on" issue when starting cold and dark was fixed.

version 1.0 (March 15th 2019)

Initial Release

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