Tinmouse 737-200

The news this weekend that Captain Sim are working on and are shortly to release a Boeing 737-100, which is no doubt going to be a corker judging by their previous creations, leads me to highlight the Tinmouse 737-200.

The Captain Sim model I believe will only be available for FSX, so for those that want a really superb rendition of this classic 737 and want it for FS2004 then look no further than this baby.

It has lovely exterior modelling, an equally superb panel coupled with its own sounds and a good flight model, so really - whats not to like!

Oh and did I forget to mention.... carrying on with the theme of this months posts, its freeware!

You can find the Tinmouse 737-200 by searching for 'tinmouse' in 'Flight Simulator 2004 - Original Aircraft' in the Avsim files library which will lead you to the download file: tinmouse_ii_v1.31_update.zip.

Have fun!

UK2000 Scenery Free!

UK2000 Scenery produce some awesome airport scenery for loads of UK airports and airfields. They blend seamlessly with the Horizon VFR scenery too.

If you head over to the UK2000 website: http://www.uk2000scenery.com/free/My_Homepage_Files/Page1.html
you can find free versions to download for: Manchester, Glasgow, Gatwick, Stansted, Edinburgh and Bristol Airports.

These free versions are designed for users on a budget or with slower systems who still want something much nicer than the MSFS default. The screenshots are shown alongside the Extreme payware versions of the airports so you can see exactly what you are getting and also how brilliant the Extreme versions are should you wish to upgrade to these.

I started with one of these free versions some years back which was streets ahead of the default and when I was able to upgrade to a graphics adapter more suitable to the demands of MSFS, I got hold of Gatwick Extreme which is a truly stunning representation of the real thing.

The free versions are a real treat though so thanks UK2000!

Cessna C150L Fabulous Freeware for FS2004

There is a really nice Cessna C150L for FS2004 that you can get as freeware. In my opinion it is the same quality as that of a payware model and should definately be part of your virtual hanger if you are in any way interested in GA aircraft.

You can find it here: http://www.fs-tutorials.com/en/down_planes.php

Go and download it, it's freeware so a no brainer really, then enjoy this real little gem....

Hello World!

This is my first post, Gate7 flight simulation is up and running! Over the coming weeks I aim to post lots of  stuff I have learned about flight sim over the years including reviews on software I have purchased and recommendations on freeware I have come accross. I hope to reach out to fellow flight sim community members in discussion and share experiences in all things related to this engaging hobby!