Pepelatz Yak-55M

'The flying performance, dynamics, flight characteristics are absolutely first rate. and tuned to X-Plane 12 dynamics. So it a perfect aircraft to learn to fly a taildragger, as it is very forgiving and it has the most amazing feel and handling. It is about as perfect an aircraft that you could want.'

The Pepelatz Studio team proudly presents its first aircraft model for X-Plane 12, the Yak-55M.

The Yak-55M is one of the most realistic aerobatic aircraft available in X-Plane. Real pilots assisted in the development and testing of the model. It was created from scratch with exceptional attention to detail. All systems are simulated with the highest possible accuracy, including realistic behavior in various weather conditions. Flight dynamics were fine-tuned with the help of an experienced aerobatic pilot who regularly flies the real aircraft. The sound package was created using professional recording of the engine, both in the cockpit and from external perspectives on a real Yak-55M.

The Yak-55 is a single-seat aerobatic aircraft developed by the A.S. Yakovlev Design Bureau in 1979 Its first flight took place in May 1981

FEATURES

Model

•     Highly accurate Yak-55M model created using photogrammetry
•     Numerous detailed animations
•     Ground support equipment for aircraft servicing
•     Static elements: wheel chocks, gust locks, pitot tube cover, tie-downs
•     Detailed textures with high-quality PBR for maximum realism
•     Fully interactive preflight inspection
•     Fully modeled M-14P engine
•     Realistic canopy fogging effect

Flight Dynamics

•     Flight model developed with assistance of a real pilot
•     Realistic advanced aerobatic maneuvers
•     Authentic takeoff, landing, taxiing, and braking behavior

Cockpit

•     Incredibly detailed and accurate cockpit model
•     Pedal and cable animations
•     Realistic animation for all switches and levers
•     Accurate instrument readings and animations
•     Vibrations of the instrument panel and canopy
•     Two engine starting methods: Cold Start and Automatic Sequential Start
•     Choice of altimeter: metric or imperial units
•     Choice of VHF radios: 8.33 kHz or 25 kHz channel spacing
•     Fully modeled and functional "Orlan" radio with all operational features
•     Fully modeled and functional mechanical aviation cockpit clock
•     Possibility to add English-language stickers to the cockpit

Systems

•   Preserving the state of the airplane  
•   Fully custom-modeled fuel system
•   Custom electrical system with realistic generator, battery, and ground power behavior
•   Fully custom pneumatic system
•   Oil system with possible failures
•   Realistic propeller speed governor behavior
•   Engine startup logic depending on weather conditions
•   Fully modeled smoke system with oil consumption affecting aircraft balance
•   Custom functional cockpit ventilation system

Tablet Interface

•     Aircraft load management
•     Preflight inspection mode
•     Ground equipment control
•     Aircraft configuration options (instruments, frames, cooling shutter, etc.)
•     Auto-start activation
•     In-sim sound configuration, including EQ adjustment
•     ...and much more!

Ground Equipment

•     MP-70 engine preheater
•     GPU (Ground Power Unit)
•     Aerodrome Power Supply Unit
•     Mobile fuel station
•     Compressed air cylinder

Liveries

•   7 high-quality liveries, including a full-white paint 

Sounds

•   All sounds recorded from a real Yak-55M using professional equipment by an experienced sound engineer
•   High-quality uncompressed FMOD sound system
•   Full 3D sound positioning, Doppler effects, and more

Miscellaneous

•   Comprehensive user manuals for aircraft and for tablet in two languages Russian and English
•   Full VR compatibility, including inspection viewpoints
•   Compatible with X-Camera

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