DeHavilland DHC6-300 Twin Otter Amphibian Water Bomber Package for FSX All new FSDS2/3 design as of 24 Jan, 2007 Copyright 2007 by Premier Aircraft Design Barry Blaisdell Jean-Pierre Brisard Bob May Kevin Pardy This Twin Otter is a Full Package Package for FSX. XDH6FOPI.ZIP Not backward compatible for FS2004 ================================================ Install the XDH6FOPI.ZIP file per the Instructions Below. ALSO SEE THE DH6_Install_Help.jpg IN THIS FOLDER. ================================================ XDH6FOPI.ZIP INSTALLATION: Extract all files into the FSX MAIN Folder using WINZIP Make sure the " Use Folder Names " BOX is checked IN WINZIP. New folders will be created and all files installed. 1. Navigate to the XDH6FOPI.ZIP file (I use the "My Computer Icon" on the Desk Top. 2. Double click with your mouse on the XDH6FOPI.ZIP file. 3. WINZIP should Open and show all the files inside the zip. 4. Press CTRL A and this will select all the files. 5. Click on Extract in the Main Tool Bar above. ( Make sure the "Use folder names" box is checked) 6. type in your path in the dialoge box....Mine is C:\FSX (Yours may be different). Or Browse to your FSX Location… 7. Now Click on the Exract Button in the upper right (If it askes to overwrite...Say YES to all).....Your Done. ============================================================= NOTAMS: * Open the Panel_Docs folder for information on operating this aircraft. * For Twin Otter Flight Data...See the Dhc6_ref.txt file or press F10 or click on the "Check" Icon on the panel while in FS2004. * Use Shift E to open the Pax Doors or there is a switch on the Overhead Popup * Use Shift E +2 to open the Pilot Doors * Use Shift X (Tail Hook) to open/close the Water Bombay Doors (You may have to assign this key in FS2004) * Press the "I" key to drop the water To hear the Exit Door sounds....It has to be quiet in the cockpit Do it before starting engines or after Engine Shutdown. * The spinning propellers display best when the prop pitch is reduced a little * To Raise your seat higher in the VC press SHIFT-ENTER * For Best Frame Rates...Keep Windows Closed * Use of Elevator trim is recommended in FSX... * If using AUTOSTART.... Check to make sure the Generators are switched to ON in the Overhead Panel. * Since PAD expects many models & varients of the Twin Otter, we have moved the panel gauges to the FSX gauges folder. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DHC6 Wheel ver Aircraft Data: Wingspan: 65 ft - 3 in Length : 51 ft - 9in Height : 19 ft - 6 in Weight (Wheel ver) : Empty: 7,415 lbs / Maximum Take off 12,500 lbs Weight (Float ver) : Empty: 7,645 lbs / Maximum Take off 11,600 lbs Speeds : Normal Cruise 150-160 Kts KIAS ). Stall Speed : Clean - 74 Kts Dirty - 58 Kts ( with full Flaps ) Power : Two 652 SHP P&W Canada PT6-A27 Turboshaft Engines driving Hartzell 3 blade 8'-4" Dia Propellers. Fuel : 400 Gal Max Range : 500-700 Nautical Miles approx. Rate of Climb: 800-1,000 FPM normal Ceiling : Approx. 21,000 ft (Oxygen required above 10,000 ft) Normal Cruise Altitude: 5,000-8,000 feet -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LEGAL NOTICE 1. These files are for free use and enjoyment of individual hobby flightsimmers but the copyright remains with me and any other persons who have contributed to the work. 2. The Panel files and gauges should not be altered and cannot be incorporated into other shareware or freeware programs or published on any electronic or mechanical media anywhere in the world without my written permission. This includes CD's or other media offered free, whether as part of a commercial or non-commercial transaction. 3. REPAINTING. You may repaint this aircraft FOR YOUR OWN EXCLUSIVE use without seeking permission, but if you intend to upload the repainted aircraft to any web site or bulletin board, including a Virtual Airline site, then contact me first for permission. I reserve the right to check the files and documentation before publication. Barry Blaisdell Contact me by email at: barrywb@snet.net or support@premaircraft.com Jan, 2007