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Online:


Avsim Review by Tom Dilbeck (Avsim Gold Star Award winner)


Ian Pearson & Nick Churchill's review


Kevin Glover's review (VFR Reviews Gold Award winner)


LockOn Files Review by real L-39 pilot & instructor Greg Morris



In Print:

Computer Pilot Magazine (Feb/Mar 2010) review, by David Wilson-Okamura





PC-Simulation Magazine (October 2009) review by Laurent Rabier (en Francais)



Thanks to all the reviewers for the great write ups!

-Mike]]>
Online:


Avsim Review by Tom Dilbeck (Avsim Gold Star Award winner)


Ian Pearson & Nick Churchill's review


Kevin Glover's review (VFR Reviews Gold Award winner)


LockOn Files Review by real L-39 pilot & instructor Greg Morris



In Print:

Computer Pilot Magazine (Feb/Mar 2010) review, by David Wilson-Okamura





PC-Simulation Magazine (October 2009) review by Laurent Rabier (en Francais)



Thanks to all the reviewers for the great write ups!

-Mike]]> http://www.lotussim.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=369 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:17:19 -0500 http://www.lotussim.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=369 NOTE: If you purchased the L-39 after November 20th, 2009, please disregard this post, you should have the lastest version already.

Lotussim is pleased to announce the release of version 1.3 of the L-39 Albatros. This update corrects a few remaining minor issues, improves performance for all models, includes 5 models with Reality XP GNS430 GPS integration in the VC, and adds some new paint schemes and small features.

Please note that the Reality XP GNS430 software itself is not included in this package, it simply adds automatic VC compatibility and integration for their GPS if you currently own it or plan to purchase it in the future.

To obtain this latest version please log into your account at the vendor you purchased the L-39 from, Simmarket or FS Pilot Shop, and simply re-download your installation package. You can use the original registration key number you were provided with at the time of purchase with the new installer. Please note, the installer you download may not appear any different at first but it has been confirmed to be updated. The actual .exe file you receive in the zip will say V1.3 in the filename, and in the installation program window when you run it. The installer size is 204 MB and requires 650 MB disc space.

Installation:

Note that V1.3 is a complete installation, not a patch. Please uninstall your previous version of the L-39 entirely before installing the new one. If you have repaints installed please make sure to back them up and their aircraft.cfg entries. After installing v1.3 you can copy and paste those entries back into the new aircraft.cfg files. Please do not replace the aircraft.cfg files with ones you had previously, items have changed in the new versions.

Below are the changes and improvements since version 1.2...


Corrections:

- Slovak AF roundels repositioned on wings of Biele Albatrosy model (pylons were stuck over them by mistake)

- Fixed a looping problem in the engine sound at full thrust

- Fixed a small bug in the AI traffic sounds; engines were not audible from other L-39s at idle in multiplayer when positioned behind them

- Minor specular map fixes

- Default GPS range buttons were backwards from Garmin standard


Improvements / Additions:

- Rain effects completely redone on all models to improve performance. They are now more speed sensitive and more adaptive to changing light conditions, and consume far less system resources. They generally look a lot more realistic, being more subtle in some cases and more noticeable in others. Rebuilding them resulted in a performance improvement of approximately 10% in the VC.

- Canopy scratch effects slightly altered to improve performance.

- LODs (levels of detail) added to all external models, increasing the distance L-39s can be seen in multiplayer from 1.2 to approx 3.6 NM.

- Increased resolution of external model landing light bulbs geometry.

- Minor external model performance improvements.

- Clarity of default GPS night illumination improved

- Reality XP GNS 430 integrated into the VC on 5 new models:

Czech AF dual cockpit
N39ED dual cockpit
C-GOZA dual cockpit LR
Pipsqueak
Vjazma Rus dual cockpit w/ IFR hood

Note: These models do not replace any of the originals, they are additional variants. Also you must already own the Reality XP GPS to use them, it is not included! These extra models will work without it, you'll just have a blank GPS display in the VC. They are indicated by a blue "RXP" logo in the aircraft selection screen icons. Also note that the RXP models do work in shared cockpit (provided both parties have the GNS430 installed) but the GPS is not designed for this, so it will not synchronize between systems in this mode. If you own or plan to purchase the RXP GNS430 please do not use the RXP setup tool to apply the GPS to the new models, they are already set up and ready to go and doing this may damage their panel configurations.

Please also note that WAAS approaches are not enabled, the GPS will not drive the HSI. The original default FSX gps is still available in these models as a 2D popup.

Current Reality XP GNS users: Please make sure you are using the latest edition of the GNS430 (July 2009). Without the latest version you may experience some issues using it in the Albatros.

- Landing gear warning sound added. This will activate if you deploy full flaps with the landing gear retracted. Raising flaps to half or lowering the gear will silence it. No more belly landings... unless they're intentional of course.

- Texture fallback paths simplified and paints duplicated where neccessary. They were becoming a real problem with multiple versions accessing the same paints. The install will now be a bit larger, around 650mb after extraction, but easier to deal with in the long term.

- Three new paint schemes/models added:

Former East German Air Force #187 (clean w/IFR hood) and #156 (long range)
Czech Air Force CLV (Pardubice) clean
Czech Air Force Namest Sqdrn w/rocket pods & IFR hood

- Manual updated to reflect changes.

If you do not own the Reality XP GNS430 and are interested in purchasing it to use with the new models, information can be found here:

http://www.reality-xp.com/flightsim/gns430/index.html

Thanks,

-Mike]]> NOTE: If you purchased the L-39 after November 20th, 2009, please disregard this post, you should have the lastest version already.

Lotussim is pleased to announce the release of version 1.3 of the L-39 Albatros. This update corrects a few remaining minor issues, improves performance for all models, includes 5 models with Reality XP GNS430 GPS integration in the VC, and adds some new paint schemes and small features.

Please note that the Reality XP GNS430 software itself is not included in this package, it simply adds automatic VC compatibility and integration for their GPS if you currently own it or plan to purchase it in the future.

To obtain this latest version please log into your account at the vendor you purchased the L-39 from, Simmarket or FS Pilot Shop, and simply re-download your installation package. You can use the original registration key number you were provided with at the time of purchase with the new installer. Please note, the installer you download may not appear any different at first but it has been confirmed to be updated. The actual .exe file you receive in the zip will say V1.3 in the filename, and in the installation program window when you run it. The installer size is 204 MB and requires 650 MB disc space.

Installation:

Note that V1.3 is a complete installation, not a patch. Please uninstall your previous version of the L-39 entirely before installing the new one. If you have repaints installed please make sure to back them up and their aircraft.cfg entries. After installing v1.3 you can copy and paste those entries back into the new aircraft.cfg files. Please do not replace the aircraft.cfg files with ones you had previously, items have changed in the new versions.

Below are the changes and improvements since version 1.2...


Corrections:

- Slovak AF roundels repositioned on wings of Biele Albatrosy model (pylons were stuck over them by mistake)

- Fixed a looping problem in the engine sound at full thrust

- Fixed a small bug in the AI traffic sounds; engines were not audible from other L-39s at idle in multiplayer when positioned behind them

- Minor specular map fixes

- Default GPS range buttons were backwards from Garmin standard


Improvements / Additions:

- Rain effects completely redone on all models to improve performance. They are now more speed sensitive and more adaptive to changing light conditions, and consume far less system resources. They generally look a lot more realistic, being more subtle in some cases and more noticeable in others. Rebuilding them resulted in a performance improvement of approximately 10% in the VC.

- Canopy scratch effects slightly altered to improve performance.

- LODs (levels of detail) added to all external models, increasing the distance L-39s can be seen in multiplayer from 1.2 to approx 3.6 NM.

- Increased resolution of external model landing light bulbs geometry.

- Minor external model performance improvements.

- Clarity of default GPS night illumination improved

- Reality XP GNS 430 integrated into the VC on 5 new models:

Czech AF dual cockpit
N39ED dual cockpit
C-GOZA dual cockpit LR
Pipsqueak
Vjazma Rus dual cockpit w/ IFR hood

Note: These models do not replace any of the originals, they are additional variants. Also you must already own the Reality XP GPS to use them, it is not included! These extra models will work without it, you'll just have a blank GPS display in the VC. They are indicated by a blue "RXP" logo in the aircraft selection screen icons. Also note that the RXP models do work in shared cockpit (provided both parties have the GNS430 installed) but the GPS is not designed for this, so it will not synchronize between systems in this mode. If you own or plan to purchase the RXP GNS430 please do not use the RXP setup tool to apply the GPS to the new models, they are already set up and ready to go and doing this may damage their panel configurations.

Please also note that WAAS approaches are not enabled, the GPS will not drive the HSI. The original default FSX gps is still available in these models as a 2D popup.

Current Reality XP GNS users: Please make sure you are using the latest edition of the GNS430 (July 2009). Without the latest version you may experience some issues using it in the Albatros.

- Landing gear warning sound added. This will activate if you deploy full flaps with the landing gear retracted. Raising flaps to half or lowering the gear will silence it. No more belly landings... unless they're intentional of course.

- Texture fallback paths simplified and paints duplicated where neccessary. They were becoming a real problem with multiple versions accessing the same paints. The install will now be a bit larger, around 650mb after extraction, but easier to deal with in the long term.

- Three new paint schemes/models added:

Former East German Air Force #187 (clean w/IFR hood) and #156 (long range)
Czech Air Force CLV (Pardubice) clean
Czech Air Force Namest Sqdrn w/rocket pods & IFR hood

- Manual updated to reflect changes.

If you do not own the Reality XP GNS430 and are interested in purchasing it to use with the new models, information can be found here:

http://www.reality-xp.com/flightsim/gns430/index.html

Thanks,

-Mike]]> http://www.lotussim.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=146 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 04:46:39 -0400 http://www.lotussim.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=146 The following is a list of all currently known remaining bugs and issues related to the Lotus Simulations L-39 Albatros V1.3 as of November 20, 2009.

Major issues:

- None remaining.


Minor issues:

- Landing lights may display a bit 'blocky' in very heavy fog during daytime and dusk (this is an FSX rendering bug with respect to its table fog model and cannot be fixed).]]> The following is a list of all currently known remaining bugs and issues related to the Lotus Simulations L-39 Albatros V1.3 as of November 20, 2009.

Major issues:

- None remaining.


Minor issues:

- Landing lights may display a bit 'blocky' in very heavy fog during daytime and dusk (this is an FSX rendering bug with respect to its table fog model and cannot be fixed).]]> http://www.lotussim.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=145 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 02:31:09 -0400 http://www.lotussim.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=145
To access these forums please first ensure your email spam filters are off temporarily, then register your user name on this forum and reply to your confirmation email. After that please log in, and send a private message to me (Lotus) with the following information:

- Your real name (or the name of the person who purchased the L-39 if not yourself)
- The vendor you purchased your L-39 from, ie: Simmarket, FS Pilotshop
- The email address you used during purchase with that vendor

After forum registration and confirmation you can send me a private message with this info by clicking the "PM" button at the bottom of this post.

After I receive this information you will be granted access to the support and member forums within 24 hours at most, but usually much less than that.

If you have any pre-purchase questions or comments at all please feel free to email me at lotus@lotussim.com and I will be more than happy to answer them.

If you have any difficulties registering on the forum, do not receive your registration email, or do not receive member status within 24 hours of providing confirmation, then please email me at the above address or private message me on this forum and I will get the issue sorted out as quickly as possible.

I offer my most sincere apologies for this inconvenience to honest customers and those curious about the L-39, but due to a great deal of disrespect from illegal users of my software it is necessary for me to confirm legitimate user purchase information before I can provide support. I truly wish this were not necessary.

In the interest of being totally forthright and honest with potential customers, you will find a regularly updated and publicly viewable post of all outstanding product issues and bugs in this forum, as well as the status of any pending fixes.

Thanks very much for your understanding and support.


-Mike Johnson, Lotus Simulations]]>
To access these forums please first ensure your email spam filters are off temporarily, then register your user name on this forum and reply to your confirmation email. After that please log in, and send a private message to me (Lotus) with the following information:

- Your real name (or the name of the person who purchased the L-39 if not yourself)
- The vendor you purchased your L-39 from, ie: Simmarket, FS Pilotshop
- The email address you used during purchase with that vendor

After forum registration and confirmation you can send me a private message with this info by clicking the "PM" button at the bottom of this post.

After I receive this information you will be granted access to the support and member forums within 24 hours at most, but usually much less than that.

If you have any pre-purchase questions or comments at all please feel free to email me at lotus@lotussim.com and I will be more than happy to answer them.

If you have any difficulties registering on the forum, do not receive your registration email, or do not receive member status within 24 hours of providing confirmation, then please email me at the above address or private message me on this forum and I will get the issue sorted out as quickly as possible.

I offer my most sincere apologies for this inconvenience to honest customers and those curious about the L-39, but due to a great deal of disrespect from illegal users of my software it is necessary for me to confirm legitimate user purchase information before I can provide support. I truly wish this were not necessary.

In the interest of being totally forthright and honest with potential customers, you will find a regularly updated and publicly viewable post of all outstanding product issues and bugs in this forum, as well as the status of any pending fixes.

Thanks very much for your understanding and support.


-Mike Johnson, Lotus Simulations]]>