Fenix Simulations has issued a hotfix for their newly released “Big Fenix Update” for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and 2024. The update brings improvements to the VRAM usage in MSFS 24, multiple fixes, and more.

Update 2.4.0.2070 is the first update since the advent of the Big Fenix Update, which was their biggest patch to date, with over half a petabyte of download traffic (including livery downloads). The hotfix aims to lower the VRAM usage in 2024 by a significant margin, allowing a bit of breathing room so that stutters don’t happen.

Furthermore, the update resolves several CTDs and freezes, brings multiple sound fixes reported by the community, improves differential braking, improves overall stability, adjusts cabin and cockpit wind, and more. The complete changelog follows below:

Avionics and Systems

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• Added support for BeyondATC CPDLC service
• Improved differential braking
• Improved rendering pipeline and stability fixes
• Fixed offsets entry/exits, general offsets overhaul
• Fixed MCDU input error messages clearing the scratchpad
• Fixed intercell transfer valves not closed when refuelling after they have been opened
• Fixed power refuel bus when not on ground
• Possible fix to direct law after takeoff

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Art and Sound

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• [2024] VRAM reduction by up to 1.5GB (especially on medium or low graphics settings)
• [2024] Added microscratches to cabin windows
• General rework of all volume levels across BFU to boost combined output levels back to .553 (more sound improvements to come in later patches)
• Adjusted IAEs based on recordings & feedback
• Adjusted cabin and cockpit wind
• [2024] Fixed double flight recorder decal on A319 Fenix livery
• [2024] Fixed ACP knob toggle in Lock mode with certain mouse bindings
• [2024] Fixed missing refuel panel and ACP tooltips
• [2024] Fixed extended collision out further from top of stairs
• [2024] Fixed 319 forward cabin seats not hiding when cabin hidden
• [2024] Fixed pilots not visible in interior and exterior views
• [2024] Fixed LED Runway Turnoff lights flickering
• [2024] Fixed cabin not visible in avatar mode when hidden via EFB
• [2024] Fixed rear door frame collisions
• [2024] Fixed missing flap sounds on 320WF
• [2024] Fixed refuelling panel door interaction not disabling when fuelling with GSX
• [2024] Fixed various cockpit clickspot precision issues
• Fixed A319 rear cargo bay texture issue
• Fixed A321 CFM cockpit bass too strong
• Fixed CFM N2 too loud in certain conditions
• Fixed CFM buzzsaw high-pass/wrong tonality
• Fixed missing sounds under some conditions (if the soundbuffer is overwhelmed there will still be a chance of missing audio)
• Fixed A319 custom cabins not working
• Fixed right side engine exhaust effect placed incorrectly

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EFB

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• Fixed potential errors when processing PDFs
• Fixed potential issue with EFB brightness being saved with very low values

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Launcher

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• Display options are renamed to reflect their appropriate use. USE ALTERNATIVE DISPLAY RENDERER → USE DISPLAY SAFE MODE. PREFER CPU RENDERING → FORCE SAFE MODE CPU RENDERING
• One time reset of display options to recommended defaults

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Fenix’s A320 lineup is available on their website for $120.90 (full bundle), or $67.17 (A320 only) + $53.73 (A319+A321). 

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