This is a modification for the MSFS 2020 default Asobo Diamond DV20 aircraft and is primarily aimed at improving the aircraft flight model to make its overall performance more closely match the actual aircraft, providing a much closer experience to flying the real aircraft.  Multiple changes have been made to the flight model parameters, and the aircraft weight and balance, which are detailed in the Change Log file included with the download.

The Diamond DV20 is a small easy to fly 2-passenger low wing GA aircraft that provides remarkable performance from only a small 80 Hp Rotax engine.  Due to the highly efficient, low drag aerodynamic design of its wings and fuselage it has a top speed of over 120 knots, and a glide ratio of over 14 to 1.  It loves to fly, and getting it to slow down and come down again is one of the challenges of learning to operate it correctly.

This mod is easily installed by simply unzipping the download file and copying the mge-asobo-aircraft-dv20  folder to the MSFS Community folder.  It will then replace the existing default Diamond DV20 aircraft in the MSFS aircraft selection screen, and will also continue to utilize all of the existing available Liveries.  To uninstall the mod and return to using the MSFS default aircraft, simply remove it from the Community folder.  This aircraft and this mod are only for the MSFS Deluxe Edition and Premium Deluxe Edition.

STEERING:

This mod uses Free Castering Steering by default to match the real aircraft.  To improve the realism and performance of your Toe Brake Pedals, I highly recommend changing the SENSITIVITY settings on the CONTROLS OPTIONS screen to the following...
⦁    Set "SENSITIVITY -" to 33%, 
⦁    Set "SENSITIVITY +" to -33%, 
⦁    Set "DEAD ZONE" to 0%, 
⦁    Set "NEUTRAL" to 60%, 
⦁    Set "EXTREMITY DEAD ZONE" to -1%.
This will make the performance of the brakes much closer to the real-world, where the braking force is applied very gradually at first and then increases as the pedal is pressed further down. This will improve the smoothness and realism of braking for all aircraft in MSFS, and it will also make differential brake steering much easier and more precise.

Microsoft Flight Simulator © Microsoft Corporation.  Asobo DV20 Realism Mod was created under Microsoft's "Game Content Usage Rules" using assets from Microsoft Flight Simulator, and it is not endorsed by or affiliated with Microsoft.  

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Asobo DV20 Realism Mod

Enhance the realism of the Asobo Diamond DV20 in MSFS 2020 with this mod, adjusting the flight model to match the actual aircraft performance. Experience the characteristics of this 2-passenger GA aircraft, known for its efficient design and top speed of over 120 knots. Simply install the mod to replace the default aircraft, and enjoy improved steering dynamics for a more realistic flying experience. Compatible with the MSFS Deluxe Edition and Premium Deluxe Edition.

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