X-Crafts has recently published a development update covering what they have been working on recently, which includes a brand-new aircraft, an upcoming e-Jets update, and a surprise project.

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The Lineage 1000, the highlight of the dev update, has gotten new WIP previews, showcasing the work on the cabin, which has now reached “1.0”, meaning they have finished creating and UV mapping all the parts, with texturing work being the next step ahead.

The E-Jets Update 1.1.0 will bring many new features, including FMS Speed, meaning the speeds will change automatically based on the phase of the flight without any user input. It will also include the steep approach system for the E170 and E190, allowing simmers to fly into airports such as London City accurately. 

It also brings new pop-up screens for the PFD, MFD, and EICAS, working like the FMS and EFB, with the possibility to lock, unlock, resize, and interact by scrolling over the numbers on the screen.

X-Plane 12 E-Jet pilots will also get a flight model update, which aims to bring the performance figures closer to real life, along with autopilot and autothrottle adjustments.

They have also mentioned a free surprise project, which is yet to be announced (within weeks).

The E-Jets are available on their website for $74.95/$134.95 (single variant and complete package, respectively).

Stay tuned to Threshold for more flight simulation news!

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