Flysimware announces its next airplane for MSFS: the Beechcraft Musketeer C24R Sierra
Editor’s note: the image above is an actual photo of a Beechcraft Sierra and does not represent Flysimware’s announced product in any way.
Flysimware may be enjoying the rollout of the excellent Cessna 414AW in the MSFS Marketplace, after months of continuous improvements and availability in select stores, but the team doesn’t seem to be resting on their laurels. A new airplane is now in the pipeline for the next release from the team, and it’s another general aviation classic: the Beechcraft Musketeer!
The announcement came through the dev’s Discord server, and states that the team decided to settle on the C24R Sierra for their next project because it’s the most documented aircraft they can get access to at this time. Remember that the C414 is a faithful recreation of a real-world airplane that is owned by a member of the development team, so they clearly like to have as many details as possible to start a new project!
Just like they did with the 414, Flightsimware is looking to build a study-level model of the C24R Sierra, so we should expect a comprehensive simulation of all the different systems, avionics, and flight model.
Flightsimware was sparse in details about this new aircraft, but they did reveal that the C24R will come with a configurable analog instrument panel with choices for G3X / G5 / GTN750 / GTN 650 combos and GFC600 autopilot.
That’s all there is to it at this moment. No images or previews of any kind, just the promise to bring to Microsoft Flight Simulator another classic GA airplane of the Beechcraft family. As always, we’ll bring you the first preview images of this promising new airplane from Flysimware, along with any additional information about features, release estimates, and more. Stay tuned!
Archer374
That’s a bit of an unfortunate choice if you ask me. Of course I understand that access to a suitable aircraft is paramount if you want to create a faithful model for MSFS and it’s a pity they couldn’t find something else.
I love the C414 and don’t doubt the Sierra will be great as well. But the Sierra – when it comes to layout, looks, specifications and even engine – is so close to the Arrow III that they could called be twins although the landing characteristics are supposed to be very different. Also since there’s already a fabulously detailed model of the Arrow (and Turbo Arrow) available from JustFlight, I don’t see the attraction in buying an aircraft that is so extremely similar.
Iván Santiago
I wish you can add the Bombardier Learjet 45 to MSFS 2020 to fly from VOR TO VOR.
André Carrier
Hello Friends! 🙂 I own an actual Beech Sierra C24R 1979 (C-FBOC.) This is a different aircraft than the Piper Arrow 😉 Way roomier and fun to fly 🙂 I am currently in the process of fully renovating it with WAAS Aerospace and Aviatech.ca in CYQB. The upgrade will include a brand new glass panel & and 3 axes Autopilots, a brand new paint scheme & leather interior: including:
* GARMIN G5 Electronic Flight Instrument for Certificated Aircraft
* GARMIN G3X TOUCH Certified
* uAvionics AV-20-S Multi-Function Display
* GUARDIAN SmartPanel for IPAD MINI 6 Mount
* GARMIN GFC 507 Digital Autopilot 2 Servo + Pitch Trim Servo + TO/GA button
* GARMIN GTN 650xi
* GARMIN GMA 245R
* Garmin GTR 20 Radio Remote Controlled via G3X Touch
* GARMIN GTX335DR ADS-B OUT TRANSPONDER (with Diversity)
* GARMIN GDL 52R REMOTE MOUNT ADS-B / SIRIUSXM / GPS RECEIVER
* GARMIN 2 x GSB 15 Dual Type-C Charger
* JUPITER AVIONICS JA73-001 Tray Mount Glove Box 3 Inches High
* KANNAD RC102 ELT Remote Switch
The aircraft has a 200 hp Lycoming IO-360 (Fuel injection) Engine which is really reliable.
If anyone ever needs help and input from an actual Beech Sierra C24R 1979 owner to build a new C24R in MSFS 2020 am all in!
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The Beech Sierra C24R is an Awesome and very cool Aircraft to fly! :slight_smile: Great Choice!!!
Cheers and Happy New Year 2023!
André :slight_smile: