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The RUSSAIR collection of planes for Microsoft Flight Simulator 4.0b.
Documentation
(Updated November 7, 1993)
Copyright 1992-1993 by Russell Mueller
Member of the Association of Shareware Professionals
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"AAF version of Sky King's Cessna 310, the Songbird"
(1st Edition) by Russell Mueller 1992
An add-on aircraft for Microsoft Flight Simulator 4.0b.
Created with Mallard's Aircraft & Adventure Factory
(AAF not required to fly)
Description:
Model 310
Cessna Aircraft Company
Wichita, Kansas
AAF Design by Russell Mueller
Files:
C310.DOC This file
C310____. Copy this file to your \FS4 subdirectory
C310____.SIM Copy this file to your \FS4 subdirectory
Description:
The Cessna 310 is probably most remembered as being
the plane used in the popular '50's (?) TV series, Sky King.
The plane was nicknamed "Songbird", and the name was painted
on the nose of the plane. Some will also remember that
Sky King had a Beech 18 in very early episodes. Most of
those who remember the show probably remember few details,
myself included, except for Sky King's niece, Penny.
Ah, but I digress.
The reference I used for this model was excerpted from
a 1966 model 310K Owner's Manual, so details may vary from the
vintage of the plane used in the TV program. For the 1966
model, some performance specs are as follows:
Maximum Take-off Weight 5200 LBS.
Maximum Landing Weight 5200 LBS.
Maximum Structural Cruising Speed 210 MPH
(Level flight or climb)
Maximum Speed
Flaps Extended 15 degrees 180 MPH
Flaps Extended 15-35 degrees 140 MPH
Gear Extended 140 MPH
Never Exceed Speed 257 MPH
Normal Speed Range 85 - 210 MPH
Engine Maximum Power 260 BHP at 2625 RPM
Fuel Flow 0 to 23 GPH
Twin Engine Climb at 5200 LBS
(Maximum Performance)
Sea Level (59 F) 125 MPH (IAS), 1542 FT/MIN
10,000 FT (23 F) 122 MPH (IAS), 818 FT/MIN
Single Engine Climb at 5200 LBS
Sea Level (59 F) 119 MPH (IAS), 330 FT/MIN
10,000 FT (23 F) 113 MPH (IAS), -80 FT/MIN
Flying:
Start the engine using the FS4 command 'M5', and then
increase the throttle to maximum. At about 95 knots,
pull back on the stick. You can use partial flaps for an
earlier liftoff. The plane will lift off by itself with
partial or full flaps.
The 310 is a moderately easy flying plane. Take-off
run may seem a little long, but is fairly accurate
compared to the over-performing planes we usually fly in
FS4. The AAF model SIM is based on the Experimental Prop
Plane in FS4/ASD. I did take poetic license and increase
the power to 600 HP to achieve the desired performance.
The stall is variable dependent on attitude and power
setting. I have experienced everything from a mush to a
snap roll over the top. This plane will bite if mishandled.
Watch for that snap roll: it is beautiful.
Landing:
No special requirements here. You can easily make a
powered landing at partial or zero throttle setting. If
using flaps, then you will need to carry some power all
the way through to the landing flare.
I like to fly with a ThrustMaster FCS or FCS Pro
joystick, and set the sensitivity to maximum
(4-E-B-8-ESC-ESC) for most planes. It is a good technique
to learn to handle planes gently without over-controlling.
It is *NOT* a good means to get more control authority
for any particular plane in FS4.
Max Cruise:
My methodology for checking top speed is to use the
autopilot, set an altitude, usually 10,000 feet, and then
let the plane settle in level flight. The model Cessna 310
attained 175 knots using 600 hp in the SIM model. This compares
to a top speed of 210 MPH (181 knots) listed in the Owner's
Manual, so I feel I got pretty close on this one.
Notes:
The dimensions of the plane were taken from 3-view
drawings and information in the 1966 Cessna Model 310K
Owner's Manual, provided to me by Doug Peterson.
Like others, I experienced some difficulty in the
bleed-through of parts, and disappearance of certain parts at
some angles. I think this is a minor distraction compared to
the fun of flying these unique planes in FS4.
I took the liberty of adding a crown to the side of the
plane to add a little nostalgia in reminiscing about Sky King.
Because I reached the max parts limit in AAF, I was not able to
add further detail such as paint stripes, props, and no prop
circles. And I was not able to make the front windscreen two
panels as would have been proper. I think it is a beautiful
bird anyway.
This model is not multi-player compatible (MP=151%),
as the AAF part count is max'ed out at 182.
DEFINITION OF SHAREWARE
Shareware distribution gives users a chance to try software
before buying it. If you try a Shareware program and continue
using it, you are expected to register. Individual programs
differ on details -- some request registration while others
require it, some specify a maximum trial period. With
registration of RUSSAIR, you get the most recent revision of
the airplane files for use with Microsoft Flight Simulator 4.0b,
and source code for use with Mallard's Aircraft and Adventure Factory.
Copyright laws apply to both Shareware and commercial software,
and the copyright holder retains all rights, with a few specific
exceptions as stated below. Shareware authors are accomplished
programmers, just like commercial authors, and the programs are
of comparable quality. (In both cases, there are good programs
and bad ones!) The main difference is in the method of
distribution. The author specifically grants the right to copy
and distribute the software, either to all and sundry or to a
specific group. For example, some authors require written
permission before a commercial disk vendor may copy their
Shareware.
Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of software. You
should find software that suits your needs and pocketbook,
whether it's commercial or Shareware. The Shareware system makes
fitting your needs easier, because you can try before you buy.
And because the overhead is low, prices are low also. Shareware
has the ultimate money-back guarantee -- if you don't use the
product, you don't pay for it.
DISCLAIMER - AGREEMENT
Users of RUSSAIR planes must accept this disclaimer of warranty:
"RUSSAIR planes are supplied as is. The author disclaims all
warranties, expressed or implied, including, without limitation,
the warranties of merchantability and of fitness for any purpose.
The author assumes no liability for damages, direct or conse-
quential, which may result from the use of RUSSAIR planes."
RUSSAIR is a "shareware program" and is provided at no charge
to the user for evaluation. Feel free to share it with your
friends, but please do not give it away altered or as part of
another system. The essence of "user-supported" software is to
provide personal computer users with quality software without
high prices, and yet to provide incentive for programmers to
continue to develop new products. If you find these program files
useful and find that you are using RUSSAIR planes and continue to use
RUSSAIR after a reasonable trial period, you must make a reg-
istration payment to Russell Mueller for each RUSSAIR set.
The registration fee will license one copy of the collection for use
on any one computer at any one time. You must treat this software just
like a book. An example is that this software may be used by any
number of people and may be freely moved from one computer
location to another, so long as there is no possibility of it
being used at one location while it's being used at another.
Just as a book cannot be read by two different persons at the
same time.
Anyone distributing RUSSAIR planes for any kind of remuneration must
first contact Russell Mueller at the address below for authorization
and licensing agreement.
You are encouraged to pass a copy of RUSSAIR along to your
friends for evaluation. Please encourage them to register their
copy if they find that they can use it. All registered users
will receive a copy of the latest version of the RUSSAIR
system, software support via mail for 3 months
from date of registration, and the source code for use with
Mallard's Aircraft and Adventure Factory for modifying the
planes for your own personal use. The planes may not be used
in a commercial, shareware, or other retail program without
a license from the author.
***ASP Ombudsman Policy********************************************
"This program is produced by a member of the Association of Shareware
Professionals (ASP). ASP wants to make sure that the shareware principle
works for you. If you are unable to resolve a shareware-related problem with
an ASP member by contacting the member directly, ASP may be able to help.
The ASP Ombudsman can help you resolve a dispute or problem with an ASP
member, but does not provide technical support for members' products.
Please write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442
or send a Compuserve message via Compuserve Mail to ASP Ombudsman
70007,3536.
The OMB may be contacted by FAX by sending to the ASP FAX number:
(616) 788-2765. In communication with the OMB, please include a
telephone number and/or FAX if available."
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INSTALLATION of the RUSSAIR collection of planes:
1. You must first have installed Microsoft Flight Simulator 4.0b on your hard drive.
If you do not have Microsoft Flight Simulator 4.0b, contact Microsoft for an
upgrade to 4.0b.
2. Copy all the files from the floppy and unarchive them if necesssary.
3. Copy the files for each plane to your \FS4 subdirectory.
4. Start Flight Simulator 4 and select a new plane from the menus using
"1, E" and scroll through the planes listed using the "6" key.
Information on each plane can be viewed using the "7" key.
For further information on using different planes in Microsoft Flight Simulator,
consult the manual from the game.
All my AAF creations are original works and not modifications of another's
AAF work. They are copyright by Russell Mueller and may not be resold
or used in any commercial, retail, or shareware program without arrangement
with the author.
BBS sysops may not charge for the distribution of this file. Free access type
BBS's may include the RUSSAIR collection in their libraries for distribution.
The following is a list of planes that are available on the Flight Simulator forum
on Compuserve. GO FSFORUM and browse in Library 5.
They are available directly from the author/creator in three sets:
Each set is $ 5 U.S.
Two sets for $ 8.00 U.S.
All 3 sets for $10.00 U.S.
RUSSAIR SET #1
1. GLASRG.ZIP Glasair Retractable
2. GLASFT.ZIP Glasair Fixed Trigear
3. GLASTD.ZIP Glasair Tail Dragger
4. VARVIG.ZIP Rutan VariViggen
5. SOLITR.ZIP Rutan Solitaire
6. VOYAGR.ZIP Rutan Voyager
7. QUICKI.ZIP Quickie Homebuilt
8. X-29.ZIP Grumman/NASA X-29 FSW
9. LONGEZ.ZIP Rutan LongEZ
10. XF5U-1.ZIP Vought Flying Pancake
RUSSAIR SET #2
11. B100.ZIP Beech King Air B100
12. P3.ZIP P-3 Orion Anti-sub/recon
13. SKIPPR.ZIP Beechcraft Skipper
14. XP55.ZIP Curtiss-Wright experimental canard (WWII)
15. SHINDN.ZIP Shinden, Japanese Experimental canard (WWII)
16. BD-5J.ZIP Bede 5 Jet
17. BD-5.ZIP Bede 5 Prop version
18. C310.ZIP Cessna 310 twin
19. STRSHP.ZIP Beechcraft Starship
20. STAGGR.ZIP Beechcraft G17S Staggerwing
RUSSAIR SET #3
21. POND.ZIP Rutan/Pond Unlimited Racer
22. MOONEY.ZIP 1961 Mooney Mark 21 M(20B)
23. FOKDRI.ZIP 1917 Fokker Dr.I Triplane
24. HOOVER.ZIP Bob Hoover's yellow P-51D/Rockwell
25. STS.ZIP The Space Shuttle Orbiter
26. P-51B.ZIP North American P-51 B/C model
27. BD-10.ZIP Jim Bede's BD-10 Supersonic Homebuilt
28. P51DRM.ZIP North American P-51D Mustang
29. JN4DRM.ZIP Curtiss JN-4D Jenny biplane trainer
30. HK-1RM.ZIP Hughes HK-1 Flying Boat, "Spruce Goose"
BONUS PLANES (When ordering all 3 sets)
31. C205RM.ZIP Cessna 205
32. PORTER.ZIP Pilatus Turbo Porter
If you wish to have these sets of my AAF models, including the AFX source
file and flight reference SIM files, then just send a check
or International Money Order or International Postal Money Order
(payable in U.S. dollars) plus shipping and handling charges for shipping
outside the USA to:
Russell Mueller
507 Washington Gdns
Washington, NJ 07882-9205
If ordering from outside the U.S., then please use an International
Money Order (payable in U.S. dollars) available at most banks and
post offices around the world. Include $3.00 U.S. for postage and
handling.
Specify disk size desired, and which set of RUSSAIR planes that you would like.
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