AKar wrote:Years back, Beech 18 by Milton Shupe was one of my absolute favorites in FS. I wouldn't mind at all having one in my Accu-Sim hangar, it has just the right kind of utility to rise my in-simulator interest.
I understand it was well-regarded by at least some of its pilots - the only real complaint by one was that it was incredibly loud inside.
-Esa
Milton Shupe's lineup was one of my favorite collections of airplanes ever done for FS. Dash 7, Howard 500, Aero Commander, Beech 18, Spartan Exec...all fantastic choices...they are all unique, yet practical designs. Each one would also be a fantastic choice for an accusim project, particularly the B18. I think an accusim B18 project would be a perfect 'twin' companion to the T-6.
The B18 truly is a Jack of All Trades plane, Executive aircraft, small airliner, bush plane, cargo plane, military trainer, utility aircraft, camera plane, aerobatic performer, skydive ship. It really does everything and looks great doing it lol. This picture really shows engine out performance lol....All those skydivers on the engine out side...including a guy hanging on the prop...all on the critical engine side.
Anyway, I would be overjoyed if A2A announced a Beech 18, tho to be honest I would prefer they get their accusim twin dynamics worked out on something else first ie Seminole, Aerostar, Baron or whatver so by the time the B18 was ready, the dynamics would be perfect.
Oh well whatever A2A makes will be exciting regardless.
As for what Scott could fly after the Aerostar, I could see him in a Mu-2. You notice he doesn't go for a plane because it is popular, he picks one that suits his needs. The Mu is very fast, has fantastic STOL ability, can do things you wouldn't dare do with a King Air, lots of cargo hauling room, and like the Aerostar requires a very proficient pilot, but will provide great rewards for the proficient pilot. The Mu has quite a loyal following. Also Mitsubishi has stated that they will fully support the aircraft until the last Mu is done flying. A Turbo Twin Commander might also be a great choice.
Cheers
TJ