Description
This is a modification to the MSFS 2020 default Asobo LS8-18 glider aircraft. This mod is primarily aimed at improving the overall flight dynamics of this aircraft, providing a more realistic flying experience that is much closer to the actual aircraft. Several changes have been made to the flight model which are all detailed in the Change Log file included under the Documentation folder, along with a PDF copy of the actual aircraft POH.
This mod is easily installed by simply unzipping the download file and copying the mge-asobo-aircraft-ls8 folder to the MSFS Community folder. It will then replace the existing default DG LS8-18 aircraft in the MSFS aircraft selection screen, and will also continue to utilize all existing aircraft Liveries. To uninstall the mod and return to using the MSFS default aircraft, simply remove it from the Community folder.
A new tow plane option is now available for launching this aircraft. The ASOBO SAVAGE CUB has been configured and enabled as a much more realistic Aerotow aircraft option, and will now appear in the LAUNCH METHOD menu for this glider. To use it you must first download and install the latest version of the Asobo Savage Cub Realism Mod:
https://flightsim.to/file/25791/asobo-savage-cub-realism-mod
I also highly recommend downloading this excellent set of Soaring Weather presets from the Sim Soaring Club... Using these weather presets will make flying this aircraft much more realistic and enjoyable.
Microsoft Flight Simulator © Microsoft Corporation. Asobo LS8-18 Realism Mod has been created under Microsoft's "Game Content Usage Rules" using assets from Microsoft Flight Simulator, and it is not endorsed by or affiliated with Microsoft.
Asobo LS8-18 Realism Mod
Improve the flight dynamics of the default Asobo LS8-18 glider with this mod, offering a more realistic flying experience. Changes to the flight model enhance the aircrafts performance to mirror its real-life counterpart. The mod includes detailed documentation and installation instructions for easy setup in MSFS 2020. Additionally, a new tow plane option using the ASOBO SAVAGE CUB is available for a more authentic Aerotow experience.
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Version 1.8.0 This release is primarily aimed at providing more realistic Weight and Balance, which significantly affects the overall aircraft performance and handling. The W&B has been completely recalculated in accordance with the POH guidelines and limits. The following changes are included in this release... ⦁ The Flight Model Wing Position and Center of Lift has been moved significantly further aft to more closely match the actual aircraft and 3-D model. This improves the overall performance and allows it to more closely match the POH Polar charts for speed, sink rate and glide ratio. It also improves both the Winch Launch and Aerotow Launch takeoff performance. ⦁ The Wing Vertical Position has been moved down slightly to the original default position. ⦁ The Empty Weight CG has been moved significantly further aft to more closely match the actual aircraft POH Weight and Balance, and the new wing position. ⦁ The Water Ballast Tank positions have all been updated to match the new wing position. ⦁ The Max Winch Launch Speed has been reduced to more closely match the POH limit of 140 km/h. This provides much more realistic winch launch performance. ⦁ A full PDF copy of the actual LX8030 GPS & Variometer Manual is now included under the Documentation folder. All of the features and functions detailed in the manual have not been fully implemented.
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