Flight Sim Labs Concorde - Now released!

[Lefteris Kalamaras]

We are thrilled to introduce our latest offering, Flight Sim Labs Concorde, exclusively for Prepar3D v5. This release marks the culmination of three decades of relentless dedication. Drawing upon a wealth of acquired resources, we present not only the most comprehensive and intricate Concorde desktop simulation but arguably one of the most sophisticated airliner simulations to date.

Our objective with this title has been to transport our customers to a golden era of aviation, devoid of electronic flight aids, datalinks and moving map displays. Instead, the experience revolves around copious paperwork and meticulous planning, supporting a three-person flight crew. Immerse yourself in this bygone era, where precision and preparation were paramount in flying the world’s only supersonic commercial airliner.

With the Flight Sim Labs Concorde, we have faithfully recreated the reliance on paper-based materials in our simulation by authentically depicting the resources and tools Concorde crews had available to them during this era, even down to the palm-top hand-held computers that were used for various Concorde performance calculations. By faithfully simulating this aspect of the aircraft's operations, we have captured the essence of what it was like to fly Concorde and transport users back in time to experience the thrill of navigating with traditional, yet precise, means.

Flight Sim Labs Concorde features brand new visual models, utilising cutting-edge PBR texturing and graphics technology to meticulously render the aircraft's every detail. Every switch, lever and dial has been faithfully modelled based on 3D scans captured from the real aircraft cockpit. Step into the aircraft cabin and take your seat in front of Concorde's captivating flight information displays. Witness the mesmerising sight of the ‘Distance To Go’ displays rapidly ticking away as you soar through the skies at an astonishing speed of over 20 miles per minute.

At the heart of this simulation lies our revolutionary Virtual Crew System (VCS), an innovation that meticulously recreates the roles of the First Officer and Flight Engineer. The VCS breathes life into the cockpit with an authenticity that's second to none. Each virtual crew member performs exact cockpit flows and checklist items, placing you (the Captain!) in the heart of a dynamic three-person crew. Drawing from the experiences of both British Airways and Air France crews, you'll feel like an integral part of Concorde's legendary legacy.

Our brand-new Concorde sound set captures the unique nuances of the four Olympus 593 MKII engines, incorporating authentic recordings from the aircraft's final year of service. Immerse yourself in a truly unique soundscape, from the rhythmic hum of gyroscopes and the constant whir of cooling fans, to the subtle undertones of electronic equipment powering a mass of 1960's technology on the flight deck. Experience our new sound-cone simulation as the aircraft flies faster than the speed of sound, dropping the iconic double-boom in its wake.

With over 100 individually crafted Concorde routes to choose from, each based on real-world data, you can embark on a journey that's both thrilling and educational. Load any flight plan into our planning system to generate a comprehensive flight briefing. The generated briefing includes essential paperwork that all flight crews' took onboard with them, from loadsheets to navigation logs, tactical planning materials to refuelling sheets, and everything in between. Experience the thrill of navigating without electronic aids, and marvel at how pilots conquered the skies in a time before digital advancements.

Flight Sim Labs Concorde isn't just a simulation; this is a living embodiment of the Concorde legacy, meticulously crafted to surpass anything that has come before. Every rivet, every control surface, every nuance of flight behaviour has been scrutinised and fine-tuned to mirror Concorde's essence with unmatched precision.

Welcome aboard to the most authentic Concorde simulation experience ever conceived!

 

 

 

 

And lastly - we cannot wait to start showing more previews on what we've also been working on  For anyone waiting for that version - we are going to be offering a discount to all our loyal P3Dv5 Concorde customers once that product is available in the future!