Reviews (by Robert)

Sorry to disagree with other reviews but I think this is a poor product for several reasons. There appears to be no configuration option, so that if for example you mix and match with another weather product you have to re-install the whole package again, or make laborious backups, if you wish to return to the same cloud types as before. Secondly there are not many cloud variations, and again, if you first install with the high res clouds you can't go back and use the medium res clouds without re-installing the package. I think this is rather lazy product development, and the documentation is also threadbare. The cloud textures themselves are ok but no better than ok. The hi res ones have a rather "painted" look that doesn't blend convincingly blend with the sky. They look too stark and contrasted. That said, they are better than the default clouds but there is simply not enough variation in the shape and depth even if you experiment with layers in FSX. This could have been a lot better if the developer had taken more trouble, both in the clouds themselves and in offering more options.

This is a magnificent and generous piece of software of extraordinary depth and breadth. The sheer scope of this programme is at first difficult to absorb, but the beautifully written and presented manual is so clear and precise that a thorough read helps you overcome any perceived anxieties about using it. Not only do you get a GPWS, Crew sounds, a moving map, a static larger map, a TCAS, flight planner, and a superb ACARS device which gives you instant access to a huge range of info, all this can be run either directly from your VC, 2d panel or on a second monitor. It's integration into your aircraft means you can optionally run the aircraft and software in full screen mode and the Flight Keeper map on a second monitor in windowed mode, or you can use Wideview. The only flaw I can find is the garbled ambient sounds which need reviewing. Apart from that, this is an almost flawless and genuinely useful triumph of a product.