Aerosoft Aerosoft Team [Inactive Account] 51562 Posted August 3, 2008 Author Aerosoft Share Posted August 3, 2008 Catalina PBY-5 (on beaching gear) in better textures nowCatalina PBY-5A ready for take-offOne of the weirdest aircraft around, but I just love this viewDetail... lot's of detail.And the FSX effects with bumps and aircraft self-shadowing really work on this older types of aircraft, FS2004 would show this aircraft not nearly as crisp and 3d like.One more for the road.Project 100% on schedule, release in September. Next model to to be done the PBY-6 before we do the civil versions. Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115637 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Private-Cowboy 3 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Oh goodness, the detail is insane. Those are some mighty impressive shots. How is the VC coming along? Besides, how many models will be there? I counted quite a few. This looks like a new must have package indeed. Keep up the great work! Don'g forget the gliders though Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115639 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JorisVdB 0 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Oh goodness, the detail is insane. Those are some mighty impressive shots. How is the VC coming along? Besides, how many models will be there? I counted quite a few. This looks like a new must have package indeed. Keep up the great work!Holy...I'll second that! This will become one of the 'classic' packages of Aerosoft - that's what I'm thinking - comparable to the Beaver, Twin Otter, Do-27,... Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115640 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosoft Aerosoft Team [Inactive Account] 51562 Posted August 3, 2008 Author Aerosoft Share Posted August 3, 2008 Oh goodness, the detail is insane. Those are some mighty impressive shots. How is the VC coming along? Besides, how many models will be there? I counted quite a few. This looks like a new must have package indeed. Keep up the great work! Don'g forget the gliders though The gliders (like the F-16, A-10 etc) are not from the same development team, so don't worry. There will be:PBY-5 (mil)PBY-5A (mil)PBY-5A (civil)PBY-6 (mil)PBY-6 (civil)Work on the VC has bearly started, but it will be like the H-1 (not like the F-16 as FPS is very important in this project). There will be 2 VC, one period and one 'modern'. Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115641 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Private-Cowboy 3 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Wow, the H-1 has one of the best VCs I've ever seen. If the Cat receives the same magic this package will set new standards. The exterior looks already stunning. There are no bump maps in place yet are they? Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115642 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosoft Aerosoft Team [Inactive Account] 51562 Posted August 3, 2008 Author Aerosoft Share Posted August 3, 2008 Holy...I'll second that! This will become one of the 'classic' packages of Aerosoft - that's what I'm thinking - comparable to the Beaver, Twin Otter, Do-27,...Yes same idea as the Twin Otter and the Beaver, not really the DO-27, that one is less 'wide' but more in depth and aimed at near total realism. With the huge variety of Cats out there we are looking for a project that is highly realistic without actually being a simulation of any existing aircraft (just like the Twin Otter and the Beaver done). Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115643 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Private-Cowboy 3 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Are there any Cats still active these days? I've seen a firebomber version years ago but I don't know if that one still flies. Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115644 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosoft Aerosoft Team [Inactive Account] 51562 Posted August 3, 2008 Author Aerosoft Share Posted August 3, 2008 Wow, the H-1 has one of the best VCs I've ever seen. If the Cat receives the same magic this package will set new standards. The exterior looks already stunning. There are no bump maps in place yet are they?Well, it's a big aircraft so you would not see it easy on the overview images, but bumps are there, here you see the same bit of fuselage in different times of day and a different angle. Some bits still need some tweaking (and my screenshots are pretty #####ty on AA as you can see in the antenna wires) but it sure shows why our aircraft developers love FSX.Edit.... images replaced after Nick helped me with AA settings. Not his standard, but sure it's better. Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115645 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosoft Aerosoft Team [Inactive Account] 51562 Posted August 3, 2008 Author Aerosoft Share Posted August 3, 2008 Are there any Cats still active these days? I've seen a firebomber version years ago but I don't know if that one still flies.There are at least 50 that still fly! Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115647 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimdahl 0 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Hi MathijsThe progress looks great! I hope that I will recieve a copy of the PBY-6 model when it is ready for beta testing?RegardsKim Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115649 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosoft Aerosoft Team [Inactive Account] 51562 Posted August 3, 2008 Author Aerosoft Share Posted August 3, 2008 Hi MathijsThe progress looks great! I hope that I will recieve a copy of the PBY-6 model when it is ready for beta testing?RegardsKimIf you are part of the beta, yep... Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115651 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C 110 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Now aint she just looking pretty! Nice work Mathijs, mind if I add to the collection too? Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115660 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mithrin 0 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Man Nick, that first and third shot are absolutely great! Last one too but there's one funny looking cloud hehe. But really, can't wait to fly these beauties! Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115661 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Private-Cowboy 3 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Oh god, I guess my blood pressure just went though the roof. The fourth pic is now my desktop background. Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115666 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C 110 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Oh god, I guess my blood pressure just went though the roof. The fourth pic is now my desktop background. What dimensions are your desktop? Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115670 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Private-Cowboy 3 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Mine is 1280x800 - 13.3 inch subnotebook. Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115675 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C 110 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Mine is 1280x800 - 13.3 inch subnotebook.Ok, so it doesn't stretch too much? If it does, use the one attached. Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115677 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Private-Cowboy 3 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Lovely, thank you! Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115681 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesChams 108 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Gentlemen,These screenshots look great... I hope this one; like the F-16; is out by Sept. in time for my birthday. Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115682 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimdahl 0 Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 If you are part of the beta, yep...Hi MathijsI was a member of the original (almost prehistoric... ) beta team, and you have stated earlier that the PBY-6 model will partly be based on the information I have sent you, so I think it would be natural, don't you?RegardsKim Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115684 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosoft Aerosoft Team [Inactive Account] 51562 Posted August 4, 2008 Author Aerosoft Share Posted August 4, 2008 Hi MathijsI was a member of the original (almost prehistoric... ) beta team, and you have stated earlier that the PBY-6 model will partly be based on the information I have sent you, so I think it would be natural, don't you?RegardsKimYou should see the beta forum now. Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115716 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosoft Aerosoft Team [Inactive Account] 51562 Posted August 4, 2008 Author Aerosoft Share Posted August 4, 2008 Hi, That PBY-5A model looks superb.... can't wait to do a Glossy Sea Blue one BestDagHey you should be on holiday! Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115799 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bin801 0 Posted August 4, 2008 Share Posted August 4, 2008 No after F-16, but close after it. The F-16 is going into a beta cycle right now and Tim will start on the A-10 this monday while that's done.Thank you. that means I need to read many pages of menus in a pretty short time. That will be a arduous task but I am very very happy to face this one .beautiful screenshots Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-115817 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aerosoft Aerosoft Team [Inactive Account] 51562 Posted August 7, 2008 Author Aerosoft Share Posted August 7, 2008 Today the PBY-6A tail was done and this model was send to the pain shop, full pictures tomorrow or soon after. Fully on schedule! Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-116076 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-17 1 Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 Today the PBY-6A tail was done and this model was send to the pain shop, full pictures tomorrow or soon after. Fully on schedule!The pain shop...!?...is this a place where the aircraft add-ons will be crucified and tortured... ...I don't hope so.The Catalina screenshots are really wonderfull, I can't wait to see the first pictures from the VC...Regards Bernd Link to comment https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/18150-catalina/page/5/#findComment-116104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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