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v9C models under v8 install

Posted: 09 Apr 2020 21:55
by Grant_Edwards
I downloaded 9C the other day and was pleased to see a couple new plane models.

Purely out of curiosity, I copied two of them (Alphajet and Extra330SC) to the appropriate directory in my Version 8 installation. I didn't really expect them to work, but they almost do. The Alphajet works except you can't raise/lower flaps, so when you throttle-up it just plows into the cornfield. I don't remember if I tried raising/lowering the landing gear. On the Extra330SC, the control surfaces appear to work but the throttle doesn't.

Now you know and don't have to try it yourself.

I'm looking forward to V9!

Re: v9C models under v8 install

Posted: 26 Feb 2026 08:28
by NicolRange
Interesting experiment! It's always fun to see what you can get working outside the intended scope. Sounds like you’ve almost cracked the code. Perhaps some tweaking of config files is in order? While you're troubleshooting, have you tried your hand at Pips NYT today? It might offer a nice mental break before diving back into those virtual cockpits!

Re: v9C models under v8 install

Posted: 25 Mar 2026 08:16
by BeatriceMorillo
Hey, that's interesting! Reminds me of experimenting with mods in the old days. The Alphajet incident sounds like a classic game over screen. It's like trying to play Snake Game but the snake only moves in one direction, inevitable doom! Good to know about the compatibility issues.