Following on from their PA-28 series, C152 and Duchess Model 76, this highly detailed simulation of the Robin DR400-180 Regent has been developed by Just Flight's in-house team following comprehensive, hands-on research with a real-life DR400, G-BEUP, based at Goodwood Aerodrome with SportAir.
The DR400 is a wooden monoplane, first flown in 1972 and still in production in France as the latest DR401. This four-seat, piston-engine aircraft is equipped with fixed tricycle landing gear, a 180 HP four-cylinder engine and a large forward-sliding canopy.
The aircraft features a distinctive cranked wing design and sliding canopy, giving it a unique appearance among GA aircraft and excellent cruise performance. It is fitted with an auxiliary fuel tank for a total capacity of 240 litres, providing great range.
The DR400’s excellent visibility, payload capabilities and 130-knot cruise speed make it an ideal aircraft for touring and flight training.
Moving into the cockpit, the aircraft features a comprehensive suite of IFR-capable avionics including a GMA 340 audio selector, GNS 430 GPS unit, KY 97 COM 2 radio, KN 64 DME, GTX 330 transponder, KR 85 ADF and S-TEC 55 autopilot.
The model takes advantage of the latest technologies such as PBR to produce stunning visual fidelity. The DR400 is flown all around the world and our add-on reflects that global popularity. The package features liveries from the UK, USA, Europe and Australia.
Model
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Accurately modelled Robin DR400-180 Regent, built using real-world aircraft plans and comprehensive photography of the real aircraft
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Numerous animations including sliding canopy, luggage door and engine exhaust
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Realistic modelling and texturing of the distinctive cranked wings
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Ground equipment including chocks and tie-downs
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4096x4096 textures are used to produce the highest possible texture clarity
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Bump and specular mapping used throughout the aircraft to produce a truly 3D feel
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PBR materials (requires P3D v4.4 or later)
Cockpit
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A truly 3D virtual cockpit right down to accurately modelled seat belts and screw heads - every instrument is constructed fully in 3D with smooth animations
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Authentic fuel and RPM gauge needle ‘wobble’
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Dimmable instrument lighting (P3D v4+ only)
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Cockpit textures feature wear and tear based on reference photos taken in the real aircraft to produce an authentic environment
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Interactive checklists for every stage of flight, including engine start
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Panel state system which will automatically save the panel state whenever a flight is saved and reload the panel state whenever that flight is loaded
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Aircraft configuration system that will allow you to choose between 'cold & dark' or 'ready for take-off'
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Fully functional and comprehensive IFR-capable avionics fit:
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GMA 340 audio selector
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GNS 430 GPS unit
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KY 97 COM 2 radio with frequency database
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KN 64 DME which can display information from NAV 1 or its own inbuilt receiver (NAV 3)
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GTX 330 transponder with flight timers, altitude information and monitoring
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KR 85 ADF with ADF/ANT/BFO modes
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S-TEC 55 autopilot with lateral hold modes (HDG, NAV, APR, REV) and vertical modes (ALT, VS)
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Flight computer panel with useful information such as fuel burn, endurance, speed and wind speed/direction
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Flight1 GTN and GNS integration in the virtual cockpit (Flight1 GTN/GNS sold separately)
Aircraft Systems
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Custom-coded electrical system with functional circuit breakers for isolating instruments and systems
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Custom-coded fuel system with realistic reserve to main tank fuel transfer and automatic fuel selector option
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Failures including spark plug fouling, limited battery life, vapour lock and more
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Refill menu for quick and easy refilling of fuel and oil, and recharging of the battery
Liveries
The DR400 is supplied in the following ten paint schemes:
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G-BEUP (UK)
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G-CETB (UK)
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N74922 (USA)
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ZK-TZB (New Zealand)
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D-EFMD (Germany)
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C-LGET (Canada)
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F-GPAP (France)
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PH-EHW (Netherlands)
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VH-KMB (Australia)
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OE-DSE (Austria)
Other Features
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Realistic and accurate flight dynamics based on real-world performance and handling data, and input from pilots
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Authentic sound set recorded from a real DR400 with custom sounds for cockpit controls, canopy, wind noise and more
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Comprehensive manual with panel guide and performance data
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PSD Paint Kit included so you can create your own paint schemes
Requirements
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Flight Simulator X (Acceleration, Gold or Steam Edition required) or Prepar3D v1-v5
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2.0GHz or any Dual Core
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2GB RAM
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1GB graphics card
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Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP (32-bit or 64-bit)
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2GB hard drive space
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