Bluebird’s Boeing 757 for Microsoft Flight Simulator is progressing ‘nicely’
Months after revealing that it’s working on the illustrious Boeing 757 for Microsoft Flight Simulator, Bluebird Simulations has finally provided an update on its progress. The team has been hard at work getting the bird together, and is happy to say that it’s “coming along nicely.”
The Boeing 757 is occupies an interesting space in its class as a narrow-body jet, due to its powerful performance in addition to its lengthy aisle providing ample seating. It’s more roomy than a Boeing 737, while still being smaller than a 767 or 777.
It’s been out of real-world production for quite a few years. However, the craft is still being used extensively by many major carriers. Its powerful Rolls Royce engine have proven to be both reliable and a joy for pilots to operate. Now in virtual form, Bluebird Simulations is working to ensure that all of its intricate details are carried over into Microsoft Flight Simulator.
In a recent development update from July 22, the team shows off quite a number of interior shots of the plane’s virtual cockpit. Animation work for the cockpit is “90% complete,” and the team is continuing to work on that along with the jet’s various avionics and other systems. Modules such as the FMS and FMC, autopilot, and PFD are all “functioning” already. The team is still working on the textures.
The same is true for the 757’s flight model. Bluebird has an interesting plan for this, in particular. The team is planning two models: one for more casual players, and another for veterans more to sink their teeth into. This is a rather unconventional approach. Usually, complex add-ons are released as one package with some togglable assists to help with altering its level of realism. PMDG’s products for Microsoft Flight
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