146 Professional (download version)

Product Information:

Following on from their popular Hawk T1/A Advanced Trainer and PA-28 family of aircraft for MSFS, Just Flight's in-house team has developed this highly detailed simulation of the 146 regional jet following comprehensive, hands-on research with a real-world aircraft, G-JEAO, which retired from service with British European Airways in 2000 and is now preserved at the de Havilland Aircraft Museum, and the CC.Mk2 and C.Mk3 aircraft of Royal Air Force, 32 (The Royal) Squadron.

Just Flight are excited to bring you the 146 'Whisper Jet' – featuring the 100, 200 and 300 series of this classic British airliner. The design process of what was to become the 146-100 began under Hawker Siddeley in 1973, when the iconic high T-tail, short undercarriage, four engines and distinctive airbrake were chosen to produce a regional airliner with short-field performance and quiet operation. The 146-100 first flew in 1981, followed by the stretched 200 series in 1982 and the 300 series in 1988.

The Royal Air Force purchased three 146-100s in 1986 and these were operated by The Queen's Flight, designated the CC.Mk2 'Statesman' and equipped with VIP cabins. The aircraft were used to transport the British royal family and senior members of the UK military and government.

The 146 was also popular with cargo operators due to its excellent capacity and low engine noise, allowing for night flights into city airports. Two cargo variants were developed: the convertible passenger and freight variant (QC) and the freight-only Quiet Trader (QT). The Royal Air Force also operated two 200QC aircraft, designated the C.Mk3.

Eight variants of the 146 are included in this product – the 100 to 300 passenger variants, the 200QC and QT, 300 QT, RAF CC.Mk2 'Statesman' and C.Mk3 – offering a wide variety of configurations, ranges and flight operations across the globe.

The exterior models are stunningly detailed, featuring 8K and 4K textures for incredible clarity and the latest Physical Based Rendering (PBR) material technology to produce realistic metallic, plastic and glass surfaces. Realistic animations include trailing-edge flap mechanisms, spoilers, large tail-mounted airbrake and all passenger and cargo doors.

The Captain and First Officer positions in the cockpit are modelled with hundreds of functional switches, knobs and controls. The aircraft features complex custom-coded systems based on real-world FCOMs, including hydraulic, electrical, fuel and pressurisation, and the cockpit is also fitted with a functional Thrust Management System (TMS) and comprehensive navigation equipment which includes an FMS.

The aircraft are brought to life with immersive dynamic lighting and 3D Wwise sounds, with unique flight dynamics for each variant and custom effects from condensation and contrails to realistic exterior lighting.

The 146 was flown all around the world and over 30 airline liveries from the UK, USA, Europe and Australia are included, bringing you many iconic airlines and paint schemes.

Aircraft systems:

146 Professional features custom-coded aircraft systems with a high degree of complexity and depth, including:

Air-conditioning and pressurisation system

Automatic and manual pressurisation modes with control of outflow valves, barometric and cabin rate settings, indications and cabin altitude warnings Cabin altitude and differential values based on real-world data Automatic and manual flight deck and cabin temperature control – takes account of ambient temperature, air supply from the engines and/or APU, fresh or recirculated air and even whether the doors are open!

Auto-flight system

Autopilot and flight director system with multiple modes:  - Pitch - altitude arm and hold, vertical speed, IAS, Mach, glideslope and go-around  - Roll – VLOC, BLOC, LNAV (FMC) and HDG  - Turbulence mode  - Pitch and bank selection and hold  - Sync mode for quick changes to aircraft attitude Fully-functional mode annunciations, engagement and disengagement criteria (including roll and pitch rate cut-out and stall cut-out) and integration with ADI and HSI Simulated CAT 2 approach monitoring system

Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) The aircraft is equipped with a tablet EFB for controlling various aircraft options and payloads, including:

Set fuel quantity in individual tanks (including total fuel weight, automatically split between tanks) Set payloads in passenger cabin and cargo holds (including Zero Fuel Weight) Control the pilot and cabin announcements Quickly select aircraft states (Ready for Take-off, Turnaround and Cold-and-Dark) Toggle ground power unit (GPU) and chocks Monitor CG position and automatically set take-off trim based on CG Aircraft configuration menu with many options, including altimeter sync, traditional/TCAS VSI, state saving, cabin lighting, model options and much more

The EFB can also be used for flight planning and monitoring:

Import your SimBrief flight and view a summary or scrollable full OFP Monitor your position in real time using a map view with tracking, zoom and pan options Explore and view your Navigraph charts Use a notepad for making notes during the flight, particularly useful for noting down clearances and taxi instructions

Flight Management System

Fully functional FMS for lateral navigation (LNAV), based on the popular Working Title FMS, allowing for realistic modern-day flight planning and operations Up-to-date AIRAC cycles (via the Navigraph MSFS database) Lateral navigation integration with LNAV autopilot mode and HSI Ability to create full flight plans or import the default MSFS flight plan SimBrief import function SID and STAR support Holding pattern support

Communication system

Dual VHF COMM, NAV and ADF radios, with 8.33kHz spacing support Cockpit voice recorder test and indication systems Functioning audio selector and PA chime 

Electrical system

Independent engine, APU and external power (AC and DC) sources Generator and TRU loading, and automatic load switching Standby generator and inverter power sources for non-normal procedures Independent AC channels, including normal, essential and emergency busbars, and bus-ties facilities

Fire protection system

Engine, APU and fuselage fire detection and warning systems Engine fire extinguishing system  Fully simulated test functionality 

Flight controls

Servo-tab simulation – the position of elevator and aileron surfaces is dependent on servo-tab control inputs and airflow over the surface Iconic tail-mounted airbrakes, roll and lift spoilers with independent hydraulic sources, realistic deployment times and custom AC and PTU pump sounds Flight control disconnect and yoke control lock functionality Accurately simulated flap system with hydraulic and electrical power sources, baulk override, fault testing and iconic howl when deployed in the air Stall identification and warning systems, including stick shaker and pusher, and inhibit mode Simulated configuration warning system Flap Trim Compensation (FTC) system on the 146-300

Fuel system

Realistic fuel load and burn based on real-world data Simulated electrical normal and hydraulic standby fuel pumps, centre and wing tanks with feed tanks for each engine, and LP and HP fuel cocks Fully functional centre-to-wing fuel transfer, cross-feed and common-feed valves Auxiliary fuel tanks fitted (can be toggled via the EFB) to provide additional range - great for bizjet operations

Hydraulic system

Independent yellow and green hydraulic systems with realistic pressure, quantity and supply to other systems Simulated AC- and DC-driven back-up pumps and power transfer unit (PTU)  Functional standby generator for supplying AC and DC electrical power in non-normal situations

Ice and rain protection system

Ice detection and accumulation simulation, anti-icing and de-icing functionality for exterior surfaces, warning systems for in-flight monitoring Simulation of separate inner and outer wing anti-icing, and windscreen overheating 

Indicating and recording systems

A vast array of annunciators, including accurately simulated Master Warning System (MWS) with amber and red cautions, audible warnings and ground testing for all systems Flight Data Entry Panel (FDEP) for entering flight details (date, flight leg and number) 

Landing gear

Normal and emergency gear extension, including gear down-lock override  Gear configuration indication and warning systems Simulated brake accumulators supplied via the hydraulic power sources (yellow or green), anti-skid and brake temperature indicator with cooling down periods that are affected by ambient temperature, brake usage and brake fans Captain and First Officer tillers for realistic nose-wheel steering 

Navigation systems

Transponder with TCAS (integrated with VSI TCAS display) and flight ID input functionality Dual RMI/DBI and HSI navigation instruments, fed by two NAV and ADF radios, including DME hold function Instrument source selector for NAV 1, NAV 2 or dual navigation via the ADI, HSI and auto-flight system Choice of traditional or TCAS VSI Fully functioning test modes on navigation instruments (e.g. HSI, radio altimeter and ADI) Custom-coded GPWS with modes 1-6, steep approach mode, flap warning override and test functionality 

Oxygen system

Flight crew and passenger oxygen systems with valve and mask deployment controls 

Pneumatic system

Realistic bleed air demand from engines and APU, and pneumatic supply to air-conditioning and ice protection systems 

APU

Realistic APU start and shutdown procedures, and bleed air and electrical power supply RPM, TGT and fuel burn values based on real-world data 

Doors and stairs

Animations panel for controlling passenger and service doors, lower cargo doors and fuselage cargo door  Deployable airstairs, powered by the Yellow hydraulic system 

Power plant

N1, N2, TGT, oil pressures and temperatures will all differ subtly between engines Accurately simulated Thrust Modulation System (TMS) with take-off (full or flexible), maximum continuous thrust, TGT and descent modes. Takes account of engine bleed air requirements, e.g. for air conditioning and ice protection systems.  Realistic engine start procedures with external, APU or cross-start sources Simulation of ground and flight idle baulks Take-off and landing speed card which automatically displays reference speeds depending on current aircraft weight, and settable airspeed indicator and engine instrument bugs 

Lighting

Independent lighting controls for Captain and First Officer Dimmable integral lighting for each panel Dimmable dynamic flood and storm lighting for a highly immersive and customisable night environment (more than 10 individual light sources, including entry, lap, sill and flight kit) Freely moveable lap and sill lighting Accurately simulated exterior lighting, including wing, logo and runway exit lights, and taxi/landing and navigation lights with different intensities 

Sounds

MSFS-native (Wwise) sound package taking full advantage of the new MSFS capabilities Studio quality Lycoming ALF-502 engine noise recorded from RAF C.Mk3 ZE708  Over 450 flight deck sound effects recorded from RAF CC.Mk2 ZE701 Detailed equipment audio such as the APU, brake fans, electrical circuits, hydraulic equipment and many more Distinctive flap retraction/extension airflow 'howling' sound Detailed physics-based effects on engine and wind noise Accurately positioned 3D sound sources (best enjoyed in VR!) Custom crash and scraping effects 

FDE and effects

Realistic and accurate performance in the air and on the ground, using unique flight models for all variants based on real-world performance and handling data, and input from real-world 146 pilots Custom effects for enhanced immersion, including engine, GPU and APU exhaust haze Complete exterior lights package as seen on the real 146, including landing, wing, runway, logo and taxi lights that illuminate objects and the ground, for ease of operation during the hours of darkness

Other features:

258-page PDF manual with flight tutorial, systems guide, procedures, limitations and handling notes Multiple interior and exterior camera presets, including wing views PSD paint kit (1.4GB) available included so you can create your own paint schemes Full support for MSFS checklists (manual and Automatic/Co-pilot modes) Support for numerous control assignments for compatibility with controllers and hardware

Liveries:

The 146 comes with a variety of airline liveries from the UK, USA, Australia, Europe and more.

System Requirements:

Microsoft Flight Simulator (i.e. the 2020 Standard, Deluxe or Premium Deluxe edition - NOT FSX or any previous edition) Processor: Intel i5-4460 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 (Intel i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X recommended) RAM: 8GB (16GB recommended) Graphics card: nVidia GTX 770 / AMD Radeon RX 570 (nVidia GTX 970 / AMD Radeon RX 590 recommended) Operating System: Windows 10/11 Sound: Sound card, speakers, or headset Peripherals: Joystick or compatible game controller (e.g. Xbox One Controller for Windows) 1.6GB hard drive space.

Note: Ensure you set the Flight Model option to 'MODERN' in the MSFS Options (OPTIONS > GENERAL > FLIGHT MODEL).

Note: This add-on is NOT compatible with the Xbox edition of MSFS

Version:
1.0.1.8