Details
Current Version:
For Microsoft Flight Simulator
CowanSim 500E v3.3 (10/03/25)
Compatibility Notice:
This product is designed for MSFS2020 but is compatible with MSFS2024. If starting cold & dark (engine/s off), use Shift + C to enter the cockpit on PC and if you’re on Xbox use LB + B. The EFB (tablet) can be used to adjust options, though some overlap issues persist. An official version tailored specifically for MSFS2024 will be released following the completion of its development. The MSFS2024 version will include new features exclusive to the 2024 release.
ATTENTION PMS GTN650/750 USERS (PC)
DELETE the OLD PMS CowanSim packages from your Community folder (if used)
INSTALL the NEW PMS CowanSim packages (required)
(already included in your product download)
❌ Old PMS CowanSim packages = REMOVE THEM
✅ New PMS CowanSim packages = USE THESE
CowanSim 500E – Agile. Iconic. Refined.
Fly one of the most recognizable light helicopters ever built with the CowanSim 500E for Microsoft Flight Simulator. The 500E is known for its agility, precision, and iconic design – perfect for utility missions, training, and low-level fun.
The CowanSim 500E is the result of extensive development, real-world pilot input, and careful refinement. Every detail – from startup sequences to rotor dynamics – has been tuned to provide an authentic, seamless experience. This version introduces support for the CowanSim SAS Autopilot System for smoother, smarter control and reduced workload in all phases of flight.
For detailed setup instructions and hardware binding explanations, refer to the included manual located in the package folder. An online manual and checklist are also available for PC and Xbox users: https://cowansim.com/manuals-checklists/
Advanced SAS Autopilot System
Take advantage of the CowanSim Stability Augmentation System (SAS) with integrated autopilot modes designed to improve handling and precision:
-Force Trim Release (FTR) and trim hat support
-Attitude hold with proportional trim adjustment
-Heading hold (HDG)
-Navigation modes (VLOC & GPS)
-Speed hold (SPD)
-Altitude hold (ALT)
-Vertical mode (VRT) for ILS and GPS approaches
-Quick autopilot disconnect for immediate manual control
Interactive Cabin and Options
-Pilot, copilot, and passenger visibility toggles
-Optional accessories: spray kit, spotlight, Cineflex camera
-Functional windshield visors
-Persistence system saves weight, balance, and loadout between flights
-Removable front and rear doors
-Animated floats with realistic floating behavior
-Realistic rotor blur and downwash effects
-Vibration animations for added immersion
-In-cockpit interactive checklist
Realistic Flight and Systems Simulation
-Cold-and-dark or ready-to-fly starts
-Accurate startup and shutdown procedures
-Fully functional circuit breakers
-Custom bindable throttle and idle stop
-Complete MSFS hardware binding compatibility
-Dynamic weight and balance options
Avionics and Panels
-Multiple panel layouts: G530, G430, GTN, GX3, and analog
-PMS GTN 650/750 integration (PC)
-TDS GTNXi 650/750 integration (PC)
Audio and Immersion
-Wwise fully dynamic sound pack
-Rotor slap, blade speed, and environmental effects
-3D spatial cockpit and external audio
-Exhaust blur FX
-Working rain effects
-Night lighting throughout cockpit and cabin
Visual Detail and Customization
-63 included liveries
-High-detail 4K PBR textures
-Custom 3D instruments and accurate modeling
-Professional paint kit (Photoshop & GIMP)
-Blender model provided for 3D artists
-VR-ready for complete immersion
Built with passion. Tuned for realism. Ready for your mission.
The CowanSim 500E combines legendary agility with modern flight simulation technology – now enhanced with the CowanSim SAS Autopilot System and improved persistence features. From utility work to pure fun, this is the 500E brought to life for the next generation of sim pilots.
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This product features our simInstaller technology and is available after purchase via our APP only.
Requirements
Intel i5-4460 or Ryzen 3 1200 or better
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 Radeon RX 590 or better (4 GB minimum)
16GB of system memory (8 GB minimum)
Disk Space: 2.54 GB (extracted)
Download Size: 710 MB
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