1. Fixed a problem with the Main Attitude Gyro that would cause it to occasionally freeze.

2. Fixed the power to the Main Attitude Gyro that correctly controls it from the Avionics Master Switch rather than the Battery Switch.

3. Fixed a problem that would inhibit engine start if using the Avidyne EX500 and the Carenado GNS530.

4. Updated the autopilot*

* Note: There are still issues with the autopilot.  I am resolving those issues while developing a mod for the Carenado Cheyenne III.  This update has some interim corrections but is not the final product.  The final version will be provided along with the Cheyenne III/IIIA.

Update in your emails.

1. Updated engine parameters to work with P3D v4.4.

2. Completely rebuilt the KFC 300 autopilot to operate in accordance with its pilot guide (included).

3. Corrected engine deicing to comply with the Cheyenne II POH (included).

4. Corrected surface deicing to comply with the POH.

5. Corrected the secondary low pitch stop test to comply with the POH.

6. Corrected the prop overspeed governor test to comply with the POH.

7. Corrected the interior lights master.  It now works.

8. Added repercussions for overtemp and overtorque.

9. Adjusted gas generator RPM and ITT to more closely emulate the real aircraft.

10. No reverse without right main and nose gear on ground in accordance with POH.

11. Modeled the electrical system and loads.  (You must follow the checklist when starting or you may run into some of the aforementioned repercussions.)

12. Provisions for the Flight1 GTN, Flight1 GNS, and the Carenado GNS.  RXP versions can easily be inserted using their utility.  Also provisions for MILVIZ/REX Wx Radar. 

13. Folded both the normal and LITE versions into a single folder.

14. Probably some other things I have already forgotten. 

Things I couldn't find a way to fix"

1. The stupid ignition switches.  The strangest implementation I've seen.  And they were somehow able to do it using simulation variables not present in the P3D SDK.  Oh, well......

2. The animation of the fuel selector indication.  It just isn't there in the model.  Always says "OFF" even when it's on. 

If you are on the mailing list you will get the update through email.  If you are not on the mailing list and would like to try the mod, send a PM request with your email address included.

As usual, this mod should be considered a Beta release.  Feedback is greatly encouraged and welcome. 

Because of the similarities between the two aircraft, the Cheyenne III will likely be next. 

Regards,

Bill

Thanks for any help, guys.

Stew

Anybody know what powerplants are strapped to the Carenado Cheyenne II ??

Dave

Hi All,

I've had some trouble installing the recently purchased Cheyenne II,

It's the first time I've had this issue as I have just about all Carenado and alabeo have produced.

I am running Windows10 with latest service pack.

I am Running P3dv4.5 without Hotfix 2.

I ran installer as administrator.

I've tried turning a lot of the windows security settings down or off, although after the service pack there seem to be a few settings I'm not totally familiar with yet.

just wondering if any of the regular gurus might have any insight to this issue or suggestions as to how I may be able to resolve this.

Regards,

T

I have the recently released X-Plane version of this plane and absolutely love it, but I would really like to get the P3D version as that is quickly becoming my main sim. Does anyone have both version and how does the P3D version compare as I know its a few years old now? 

Thanks!

David

Thanks, Stew

I have acquired the Cheyenne II and send an e-mail to  whamil77 (Bill) to request his mods for this plane, that was some time ago.

Have not heard from him since, was wondering if anyone knows about his whereabouts???

Thanks

But....the number they used as maximum torque is 1484 ft-lbs which is not the torque limit of the gearboxes.  The RW performance charts include power settings up to 1628 ft-lbs and include a note stating the gearbox limit is 1628 ft-lbs.  The 1484 ft-lb limit is only associated with Vmc testing at 2200 propeller RPM.  It is not a mechanical limit.  If you want to roll the dice and blow off Vmc in this airplane and use 1628 ft-lbs and 2200 RPM to takeoff and climb like a rocket, that's fine.  The hardware is perfectly capable of doing that.

The fix is relatively easy.  In the "Gauge_UPDATE_DIG.xml" file simply replace the 1484 torque limit with 1628.

Stew

The only problem I encounter with it is to try to keep the RW centerline during TO.

Using the rudder pedals, I generally cannot control correctly the central axis and go outside the RW before take off

Is it a way to get a better stabilization using FSUIPC 5?

Thanks for your help

Sammy

Please PM me for a download link.  

Thanks,

Stew

Sounds promising - we have any more true show stoppers here ? Granted - we’re never going to see an externally modeled turboprop simulation from Carenado...

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Carenado Support, Nov 23, 10:59 -03:Greetings,
Thanks for your feedback, those issues are being corrected and will be fixed in the next package for the aircraft.
Regards

Carenado.

Scott Brunner, Nov 22, 14:35 -03:

Hi Folks,

Just following up on (2) Bug Reports:
1) The "Trim Indicator" spins backwards incorrectly...
2) There is no way in P3D to operate the engine "Ignition Switches" independently. This is incorrect as well...

These are most definitely bugs that need to be fixed - has any progress been made ?

Thanks.

Scott

Regards,

Scott

Just bought the PA31 and installed Bill's mods. However, after doing so, the aircraft does not show up in the selection menu (P3D43/Win10). It seems that something gets altered where the aircraft is no longer seen (or read) by P3D.

Anyone run into this?

Thanks!

Mark

Anytime I try to use this plane, I am victim of engine failure 2 and 3 minutes after take-off. I have read in a previous post that this is due to over-torque engine failure.

I have tried several scenarios such as reducing torque under 1480 shortly after take off without any effect???

Can anyone explain to me the proper way for take-off.

Is it possible to deactivate this programmed engine failure?

Moreover, I have many difficulties to maintain the runway heading during takeoff. The plane is going right and left with difficulties maintaining axes with the rudders?

I had anticipated to wait for the Carenado sale (if any) before buying the Cheyenne II, but I gave in 
Today my first flight, incl the mods of whamil77/Bill, and I'm very pleased. I really like the aircraft and specifically the panel.

Now my question: Does anyone use the sounds of Aerozone? How are they?
http://secure.simmarket.com/arezone-piper-pa31t-cheyenne-ii-hq-soundset-fsx-p3d.phtml

Egbert

Can anyone speak to the engine ignition sounds we have on the Cheyenne ? I watched a couple videos and I can't hear anything other than the click of the switch to on... For realism - should I edit that clicking sound wav to a MUCH lower volume ?

Thanks,
Scott

There now is a choice of models - original and LITE..

The size of the interior model file for the LITE version is half of the original..

looks just fine to me, so that is going to be my choice.

Two of my pet peeves have been addressed:

- the altitude preselector in the VC is now fully functional (!)

- a visual "gap" in the left corner of the cockpit panel has been eliminated.

Smaller issues are still unchanged.. the trim wheel animation looks like the wheel is going backwards, and the autopilot clickspots still disappear when one of the overhead light sliders is activated.

These I can live with, if necessary..

I'll have to fly it a bit to see what else may be below the surface, but first impressions:

Great!

- RPM percentage indicator adjusted.
- Elevator trim wheel animation fixed.
- Fixes a problem that was causing the altitude selector hard to engage.
- DME reflection adjusted.
- Annunciator lights conditions improved.
- Fixes an issue that causes the tail flood light was depending on wing light.
- VSI indication fixed.
- Throttle levers can be managed independently now.
- NAV 2 frequency tuning fixed.
- Minor bugs fixes.

Customers should download the package again from the link provided. Downloads and installations were increased.
You should uninstall the aircraft before installing this new version.

can someone confirm that v4.1 has broken the NavMode Annunciator in GPS Mode?  I'm using the GTN 750 and after reinstalling version 2.04 and deleting the file C:\ProgramData\Flight One Software\F1GPSGeneral.dat as proposed in the GTN-Forum the Cheyenne follows the magenta line as expected. But the Modes "Nav arm" and "Nav cpld" are not shown whereas they work when setting the OBS to NAV. Ihave not tried an LPV approach yet.