VSKYLABS Aeroprakt A22-LS Project

The VSKYLABS Aeroprakt A22-LS Project

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The development of the VSKYLABS Aeroprakt A22-LS Project for X Plane was approved by 'Aeroprakt Aircraft'. However, it is an independent VSKYLABS project which is not affiliated with 'Aeroprakt Aircraft'.

Separate native products for X-PLANE 12 and X-PLANE 11, for your selection.

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.

Project Introduction

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

The Aeroprakt A22-LS is a versatile and modern light sport aircraft that offers exceptional performance and capabilities. Manufactured by Aeroprakt, a leading Ukrainian aircraft manufacturer, the A22-LS is designed for pilots who seek a reliable and efficient aircraft for recreational flying, flight training, and aerial photography.

The A22-LS features a high-wing configuration, tricycle landing gear, and a spacious cockpit that provides excellent visibility. It is powered by a Rotax 912 ULS engine, known for its fuel efficiency and reliability, and offers a comfortable cruising speed and a range that makes it suitable for cross-country flights.

The A22-LS also boasts outstanding short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities, allowing it to operate from short and unpaved runways, making it ideal for exploring remote locations. With its durable construction, advanced avionics, and impressive performance, the Aeroprakt A22-LS is a popular choice among aviation enthusiasts and flight schools around the world.

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.
• Built for VR: development was tailored specifically for VR, and optimized for 2D usage.
• Engineered and designed as a default X-Plane aircraft (Like all VSKYLABS projects). The VSKYLABS projects are practically show-casing X-Plane, as they are stretching X-Plane default features, systems and flight model to its limits without any dependencies on complementary plugins or software...delivering a very robust simulation model, having maximum compatibility with the ever evolving X-Plane flight simulator.
• Perfect fit for beginner and expert pilots:  The VSL A22-LS features the standard, basic analog cockpit suitable for VFR + night flying. The simple and clear analog gauges layout is perfect for beginner pilots. It also features an optional experimental LSA-grade autopilot.
• Alpha System AOA indicator included! Fly like a pro with an authentic angle of attack indicator.
• Built-in Avitab Plugin Compatibility (AviTab plugin is not 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.
• The project is under constant maintenance and development.

Pilot's Operating Handbook

<Included in the package>

The VSKYLABS Aeroprakt A22-LS was designed to follow the real A22-LS aircraft POH, within reasonable accuracy margins that are derived from various simulation-related limitations and project’s development status.

Complete information regarding the A22-LS, how to operate it and how to fly it can be found at the Aeroprakt Aircraft company website: https://aeroprakt.eu/

Additional source for manuals and other useful information is the Foxbat UK website: http://www.foxbataircraft.com/

Here is a link to the Aeroprakt A22-LS Manual/POH, brought here *for information only*, and as a reference for operating the VSKYLABS Aerorprakt A22-LS Project in a flight simulation environment: Aeroprakt A22-LS Manual - POH

DISCLAIMER

The links above are provided here *as is*. VSKYLABS is not responsible for its content. VSKYLABS is not affiliated with and/or endorsed by ‘Aeroprakt Aircraft company’, Foxbat UK, or any other entity. The links are brought here for the purpose of sharing common and public information resources for all Aeroprakt A22-LS enthusiasts.

Update Log

VSKYLABS Aeroprakt A22-LS Project
JetManHuss - VSKYLABS (c) 2023 All Rights Reserved.

XP12 - v3.0 (3rd May 2023):

• Flight dynamics model:
  • Compete overhaul and perfromance verification.
  • Rotax 912ULS engine tuneups (power, power gradients and fuel consumption).
  • Update and tuneups for XP12 latest landing gears physics.
• Systems:
  • Implemented the Alpha Systems AOA indicator.
•  Sounds:
  • New FMOD 2.0 sound pack.
• Graphics:
  • Remodeled 3-d cockpit panel.
  • Remodeled 3-d gauges bezeles, compass case, AP case, yokes.
  • Improved PBR and textures all-around, in and out.
  • Remodeled 3-d landing gears.
  • Paint-Kit update.
• Interactions:
  • Replaced 3-d checklist element (paper only, placed in a dedicated placeholder instead of being above the main panel).

XP12 - v2.2a (24th December 2022):

• Minor fix to faulty fuel tanks names in X-Plane GUI.

XP12 - v2.2 (4th December 2022):

• Interior lighting system reset and retuned to comply with the modified X-Plane 12.00r1+ lighting engine.

XP12 - v2.1 (23th November 2022):

• Updater software replaced - from STMA to SkunkCrafts. 

XP12 - v2.0 (September 2022):

• X-Plane 12 - Initial version release.

XP11 - v1.07c - (29th December 2021):

• Airspeed indicator Kilometer Per-Hour scale was added.
• Manual/POH was updated with instructions for toggling between Knots/Mph and Kph scales.

XP11 - v1.07 - (6th July 2021):

• Interactions update:
  • Brakes lever now can be assigned to the 'wing-sweep' axis, to allow binding of hardware axis to the lever.
  • GNS430 missing pop-up interaction zone was fixed.

XP11 - v1.05c (14th June 2021):

• Flight Model Refinement:
  • Engine operational envelope tune-up for sub-zero / 30-50 degrees C outside air temperature. 

XP11 - v1.05 (1st May 2021):

• Flight Model Refinement:
  • Flaps, rudder and aerodynamic tuneup to simulate slide-slipping with enhanced realism. 

XP11 - v1.0 (29th April 2021):

• Initial version release.