Official Changelog:
DISCUS-2C UPDATE:
- Updated Coding for Entire Project and Removed Legacy Components
- Updated 3D Model, Added New Elements and Improved Animations
- Added New LX Family Avionics Suite v2.1.8 (See Changelog Below)
- Added New WWISE Soundpack with Headphone Mode Support
- Added New Flight Model and FES Motor Dynamics
- Added New FCU Functionality, Messages and Recharging Systems
- Added New Electrical System with Circuits for Avionics
- Added New Aircraft Settings Page to Support Customization Options
- Added New Yawstring and Animations
- Added New VR Controller Support for Dashboard and Flight Stick
- Added New Wing Flex Animations and GForce Coding Logic
- Added New Tooltips System and Updated Aircraft Descriptions
- Added New Multi-Function Tow Release Cable (Native and 3rd Party)
- Added New Persistence to Customization Options
- Added New Hangar Chocks, Covers and Pitot Tube Components
- Added New Automated Yoke Hide Feature with Camera Selection
- Added New Messages to LX Nav for Ballast, Tow Cable and Emergency Warnings
- Added New Sim Polar, STF Curves and Speed Values to Panel.xml
- Added New Hotkey Support to LX Family and Various Aircraft Controls
- Added New Variotone Sounds with Baseline Frequency of 700 Hz
- Added New Flight Manual and LX Family Suite Users Manuals to Documentation
- Added New Wilga 35A Tow Plane to Package for Native Launch Support
- Added New CyberWinch Tow Truck Vehicle to Package for Native Launch Support
- Improved Ford F-150 Tow Truck Vehicle in Package for Native Launch Support
- Improved Variometer Smoothing for Real-Time Weather Support
- Improved Adverse Yaw Physics and Added Adjustable Slider
- Improved Quick Winch Display with Auto-Change to LX Navigation on Disconnect
- Improved Stall Characteristics with Improved Realism
- Improved Elevator Authority with Improved Realism
- Improved Air Brakes Effectiveness with Improved Realism
- Improved FES Startup and Shutdown slightly for Smoother Response
- Improved Default Camera and Added Additional Views
- Improved Aircraft Spawn States and Menu Category for Glider Options
- Improved Propeller Animation and added Additional Side Blur Visuals
- Improved File Fallbacks for FES Variant (Saving Disk Space)
- Improved Got Friends Glider Club (ICAO: GTFD) for MSFS 2024 Compatibility
- Fixed Compass Animations for Magnetic Heading
- Fixed Cable Release Behavior and Associated Sound
- Fixed Wing to Ground Contact Points
- Fixed Excessive Wind Noise in Cockpit
- Removed Ability to Press "L" for All Lights (Due to Custom Usage)
- Removed Sound Dependencies with Asobo's Variometer and Glider Settings
LX FAMILY SUITE UPDATE:
- 2.1.8: Added Leaflet Maps Integration (Google, NatGeo, TopoMap, Satellite, Bing)
- 2.1.8: Added B21 Logger Support for External Flight Plans
- 2.1.8: Added Additional Map Sources, Images and Airports for Cache Support
- 2.1.8: Added PLN Change Support to the Navigation Engine
- 2.1.8: Added New Startup Logo for Got Friends and B21 Avionics
- 2.1.8: Added Hotkey Support for the Entire LX Family Suite
- 2.1.8: Added Variotone Sound Smoothing with new Local Variable
- 2.1.8: Added Pop-Up Message "Map Options Limited - Bing Only" when 3rd Party Maps are Disabled
- 2.1.8: Added Custom Pop-Up Messages for Developers
- 2.1.8: Added New Grid Overlay Options for Map Display
- 2.1.8: Added Aircraft Settings, Dashboard Settings and Global Settings Pages
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