A2A Simulations recently released version 1.0 of their Accu-Sim Aerostar 600 for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, marking the end of its early access cycle. Furthermore, they have also delineated their plans, including a version for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020.

Update v1.0 adds the Collins ANS-351 RNAV unit, engine electric heaters, addresses bugs, animation improvements, and much more. The complete changelog follows below:

- Added Collins ANS-351 RNAV unit

- Added engine electric heaters

- Cabin fresh air lever tooltip fixed

- Fixed VOR2 TO/FROM flags

- Fixed propeller rotation angle for LOD01+

- Fixed rare freeze when switching EDM modes

- Fixes to the oil on the dipstick

- Mapped fuel selectors to MSFS bindings (FUEL SELECTOR 1 OFF/LEFT MAIN/CROSSFEED, FEUL SELECTOR 2 OFF/RIGHT MAIN/CROSSFEED)

- Smoother oil, fuel caps and doors animation

- Tuned elevator authority

- [Tablet] Checklist correction

- [Tablet] Options rearranged

- Autopilot NAV mode does not disengage on signal loss

- Fixed bug with icing causing higher rumbling and shaking than it should

A2A has also shared their post-release work list for the Aerostar, which is comprised of: 

• Visible passengers in the cockpit (delayed due to MSFS2024 platform limitations)
• Flour cargo option for extra hauling fun
• Custom pushback UI
• Multiplayer display checks
• Xbox compatibility and Marketplace release

Due to popular demand, A2A has also decided to backport the Aerostar to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, albeit with some limitations: no walkaround and no dynamic wear/dirt visuals. Other than that, it will include the full Accu-Sim fidelity and systems depth. It will be included for free with the MSFS 2024 product download for all existing customers, and development is already underway. They might use a light early access model for this version, similar to what they did with the MSFS 2024 version.

Other plans include a livery pack for Xbox pilots and - maybe - a second Comanche Livery pack. Once the Aerostar is deemed complete, they will move on to their next aircraft. They hinted that they have never modeled it before for other platforms, meaning it’s a brand new project.

The add-on is available on their website for $49.99.

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