VSKYLABS Scheibe SF-28A Project

The VSKYLABS Scheibe SF-28A Tandem-Falke Project
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A highly Realistic Flight Performance and Handling Simulation of the
Scheibe SF-28A Tandem-Falke

Only for X-PLANE 12

MINIMUM HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS FOR X-PLANE 12

Disk Space: 25GB
CPU: Intel Core i3, i5, i7, or i9 CPU with 4 or more cores, or AMD Ryzen 3, 5, 7 or 9.
(Those with other CPUs should try the demo before purchasing.)
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Video Card: a Vulkan 1.3-capable video card from NVIDIA or AMD with at least 2 GB VRAM
Note: Intel GPUs are not supported by X-Plane 12.

The VSKYLABS Scheibe SF-28A Project was developed for X-Plane flight simulator with the acknowledgement/approval of the 'Scheibe Aircraft GMBH’ company. However it is an independent project which is not affiliated with ‘Scheibe Aircraft GMBH’.

Project Introduction

This project is part of the VSKYLABS 'Test-Pilot' series, designed specifically for use with X-Plane cutting edge Experimental Flight Model.

TRAINING - GLIDE - TRAVEL - PERFORMANCE

The Tandem Falke, with seats one behind the other, offers a new alternative amongst two seat motor gliders. The front pilot sits ahead of the wing, and the rear pilot over the main spar of the wing. In conjunction with the one-piece perspex canopy this results in exceptional visibility. The seats are close together which ensures excellent communication in flight.

High performance in its operating range, easy handling, robust construction, reliability of airframe and engine and exceptional low operating costs are the main features of the Tandem Falke.

The Tandem Falke has a very good gliding performance due to the increased wing span, special wing section, the door which may be closed to reduce engine cooling drag, and the use of a feathering propeller. This results in a gliding angle of about 26/27 to 1.

The Tandem Falke is easy and pleasant to fly. Take off and landing is straightforward. It is docile when taken to extremes. The outrigger wheels on the wings are supported on nylon legs, and the tail wheel is linked to the rudder making it equally maneuverable on the ground. In flight the Tandem Falke is very quiet. This is important in localities where the inhabitants are sensitive to noise.

The Tandem Falke is a high performance yet robust aircraft, based on considerable experience with the Bergfalke two seat sailplane, and the Falke. It is suitable for club operation for training and practice flying, as well as for performance flying.

The 60 hp Limbach SL 1700 EA engine develops its maximum at 3,400 rpm, and is based on well proven Volkswagen components. A 12 volt electric starter and alternator are fitted as standard.

The Tandem Falke can be easily rigged or de-rigged by 3-4 people in 10 minutes, and can be loaded on a normal glider trailer with minor modifications.

Project Highlights

• VSKYLABS 'Test-Pilot' Project: designed for use with X-Plane cutting edge flight model environment, featuring superb flight dynamics with authentic performance and flight handling characteristics.
• Superb Flight dynamics: The VSKYLABS SF-28A simulation was developed to follow the real SF-28A handling and performance characteristics. It is a highly engineered, robust motor-glider simulation model which makes use of X-Plane 12 sophisticated flight dynamics and physics simulation, extracting it to its limits.
• Simulated systems: The VSKYLABS SF-28A features X-Plane 12 latest native features, systems and physics. This assures a 'high airworthiness' in X-Plane, throughout its update process. Some systems may be restricted to X-Plane default systems algorithms.
• General cockpit configuration: VSKYLABS chose to design the SF-28A cockpit with a touch of a modern conversion. A simplified NESIS digital avionics package is included with an emulation of the NESIS engine-monitoring screen. Built-in AviTab compatibility is included, and the main NESIS display can be used for displaying the AviTab, in a toggle mechanism.
• The aircraft is fully functional from the back-seat (with some limitations which are derived from the real-world SF-28A backseat operations).
• Built for VR: development was tailored specifically for VR, and optimized for 2D usage.
• Perfect fit for beginner and expert pilots: With its superb handling qualities and docile behavior, the SF-28A Tandem-Falke will serve as a safe training platform for powered flight, as well as for gliding. It is a motor-glider, so it's perfect for thermal-hunting and cross-country flights as well.
• Wonderful FMOD sound package that includes authentic Limbach engine recordings and an interactive set of dynamic sound layers that will "wrap" your flight perfectly, setting a whole new level of flying experience!
• Built-in Avitab Plugin Compatibility (AviTab plugin is not included).
• Detailed manual is included.
• Paint-Kit is included.
• Autoupdater based on the SkunkCrafts autoupdater (XP12 only) - all updates are being pushed smoothly without the need to re-download the entire base package (base package will be updated every once in a while to minimize the gap).
• Highly responsive VSKYLABS support forums: VSKYLABS is offering continuous professional support from aircraft related aspects (operating and flying) to X-Plane technical support. 

Pilot's Operating Handbook

<Included in the package>

Update Log
VSKYLABS Scheibe SF-28A Tandem-Falke Project
JetManHuss - VSKYLABS (c) 2024 All Rights Reserved

XP12 - v1.0c (18th January 2025):

• Carburetor heat handle (virtual cockpit) fixed - it is now affecting the actual carburetor heat ratio effectively.
• Gyro sounds tuneup for more quite environment when the engine is off.

XP12 - v1.0 (28th February 2024): Initial version release.