AirfoilLabs has recently shared a development update on their upcoming Boeing 737 MAX for X-Plane. The update primarily focuses on exterior modelling, animation systems for future failure implementation, and progress on the display suite.

Exterior model

Both the tail and wings have undergone extensive modifications. AirfoilLabs reports that the work on the rudder and horizontal stabiliser is now complete, featuring fully animated systems, new textures with PBR, and added vibration effects.

The wings have also been improved. For instance, the geometry has been refined, and separate components such as the slats, flaps, and spoilers have received individual animations.

AirfoilLabs stated that the engines have undergone a complete overhaul, including animations for the engine cowling and cover, mesh enhancements, reverser animations and more.

Display Systems

The display systems have undergone significant improvements, and many are now complete. Below is a comprehensive list provided by AirfoilLabs:

• Primary Flight Display (PFD)
• Implemented ALT DISAGREE and IAS DISAGREE warnings
• Added Airspeed Caution functionality
• Preselected Vertical Speed magenta pointer now working
• Fixed graphics proportions for airspeed, altitude, and vertical speed tapes
• EFIS Control Panel
• Full baro and MINS functionality
• FPV, MTRS, and VSD switches operational
• Complete control panel logic implementation
• Navigation Display (ND)
• SYS and INFO pages now available
• Expanded and Centered map views implemented
• Various ND Map EFIS switches functional
• Engine Indications
• All primary engine parameters working: N1, N2, EGT, vibration, oil temperature and pressure
• Proper exceedance coloring for oil temp and pressure
• Correct element hiding when engines are off
• Detailed parameter display logic complete
• Display colors control system implemented
• Dataref access for eyebrow annunciators

No release date for the 737 MAX has been announced yet. AirfoilLabs states that the next steps include further work on the exterior model, animations, and avionics.

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For more details on the AirfoilLabs 737 MAX, check out the development update.

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