The CH-47D is a multi-mission tandem rotor, heavy-lift helicopter for the U.S. Army and international defense forces. It is the most proficient and recognized transport helicopter in the world with application for the U.S. Army and numerous international customers. It's is a true multi-role, vertical-lift platform used on six continents in all climates and conditions. Chinooks can fly more than 150 mph at full load more than 330 nautical miles with long-range fuel tanks. With a crew of three, the CH-47s can transport 44 seated troops or 24 casualty litters. Capable of handling loads up to 24,000 lbs. with a maximum gross weight of 50,000 lbs. Its tandem rotor configuration also provides exceptional handling qualities that enable the CH-47 to operate in climatic, altitude and crosswind conditions that typically keep other helicopters from flying. The large external- and internal –load capabilities and high airspeeds allow the CH-47D to do the work of three utility helicopters, and give it the lowest cost-per-ton-nautical-mile of any U.S. Army helicopter.
This addon represents the CH-47D variant.
Some of the features:
High definition exterior and interior textures
Three different exterior paint themes
Bump and specual maps for both the exterior and interior
Detailed and accurate 3D models
Custom exterior animations
Hundreds of animated 3D gauges for smooth gauge operations
Glass reflection and dust maps
Working AFCS (automatic flight control system)
Fully interactive virtual cockpit, perfectly flyable form the VC view
Different closeup VC camera views for better instrument and panel access
I’m loving this version of the famous Chinook. I’ve had a couple free wares which stunk, and I have the Virtavia version as well which is OK for the small price I paid years ago. This ND version is very good! Excellent detail, and cockpit lighting. For some reason getting the cargo door and ramp to open the way I expect is proving to be surprisingly confusing. Maybe I need more coffee, but so far it’s been a little frustrating to open.
The basic auto pilot-like function is very wonky and so far doesn’t hold any heading I choose.
My only other complaint is that there is no night lighting in the cargo hold area.
As far as flying this beast it’s fun and easy compared to other helicopters. It’s the best CH47 I’ve had so far and I’m pleased with my purchase.
Ding is mooi!! gisteren de heledag mee gevlogen. op gestart , uitgezet. zonder dat ik een nieuwe vlucht in flightsim hoefde te starten. geen framerate los of hit.. ik kon niks vinden dat mischien verbeterd kon worden. ik vind hem goed.