VSKYLABS NISUS Gyroplane Project

The VSKYLABS NISUS Gyroplane Project
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A highly engineered, highly realistic simulation model of the NISUS Gyroplane.

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 development of the VSKYLABS Gyroplane NISUS simulation model for X-Plane was approved by JOKERTRIKE s r.o. However, it is an independent VSKYLABS development effort which is not affiliated with JOKERTRIKE s r.o.

The NISUS Gyroplane is an *innovative* Slovakian Gyroplane developed by JOKERTRIKE s.r.o.

More information can be found here: https://www.nisus-aero.com/

VSKYLABS specializes in autogyro simulation engineering. The VSKYLABS NISUS Gyroplane was developed exclusively in X-Plane 12 using scientifically-based aerodynamics, propulsion, and autogyro physics. The aircraft includes a simulation of all on-board systems and control aspects of the NISUS gyroplane. Development is also focused on full-VR capability (optimized for non-VR flying).

The real NISUS Gyroplane vs. the VSKYLABS NISUS Gyroplane:

VSKYLABS developed the virtual NISUS Gyroplane using detailed first-hand references and information, as well as official information published by NISUS AERO. 

The VSKYLABS NISUS Gyroplane is a highly engineered, robust autogyro aircraft simulation that makes use of X-Plane 12's sophisticated flight dynamics and physics simulation, pushing it to its limits.

The VSKYLABS NISUS Gyroplane's core development focus is simulating the NISUS Gyroplane's performance and flight handling characteristics. The simulated model demonstrates the real-world behavior of the NISUS Gyroplane with high precision. Differences between the flight dynamics simulation and real-world performance fall within very close margins.

Due to certain limitations and other considerations, various aspects of the aircraft (mainly regarding its systems and avionics) may be presented with various differences when compared to the real NISUS Gyroplane aircraft.

For example, avionics—one of the real-world NISUS Gyroplane cockpit configurations includes the NESIS III, a complete navigation, flight, and engine display system. The VSKYLABS NISUS Gyroplane features a simplified version of the NESIS III display, which includes only an engine monitoring screen, and a separate built-in AviTab display for VFR navigation.

Other differences may be noticeable in the various systems; however, all fall within the reasonable margins of a flight simulation perspective.

*Version v1.0 includes the 'Comfort' variant, which is powered by the Rotax 915 iS (141 hp) engine.

Project Highlights

• VSKYLABS 'Test-Pilot' Project.
• Superb Flight dynamics: The VSKYLABS NISUS Gyroplane simulation is a highly engineered, robust Auto-gyro simulation model which makes use of X-Plane 12 sophisticated flight dynamics and physics simulation, extracting it to its limits.
• Simulated systems: The VSKYLABS NISUS Gyroplane 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: Equipped with a simplified NESIS III digital avionics package with a simplified emulation of the NESIS III 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.
• 3-d HUD:  The optional 3-d HUD is optimized for VR (and 2-d mode as well), providing useful flight-data and accurate velocity-vector references. This allows beginner pilots a safe familiarization with the NISUS Gyroplane nose attitude during all phases of flight, and the expert pilots to focus on 'pushing the envelope' especially in STOL operations in X-Plane 12.
• 3D Pilot and passenger visualization for increased VR and 2-d  immersion (this feature is optional and can be toggled on/off).
• Perfect fit for beginner and expert pilots: The NISUS Gyroplane is a very stable, predictable and docile aircraft, a perfect fit for any beginner gyroplane pilot. Being flown by expert pilots, it can turn into a highly maneuverable, STOL capable aircraft. 
• Multi-layer FMOD sound package.
• 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 NISUS Gyroplane Project
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v1.0.2 (26th August 2024):

• FMOD sound package - refinements for engine sounds (external view only).
• Virtual pilot visualization - reverted (temporarily) to non-dynamic head-hide in 1st person view, eliminating head-less pilot when switching to replay mode directly from 1st person view. 

v1.0.1 (30th April 2024):

• Pneumatic valve includes now a relief valve which relives the pneumatic pressure to zero when setting the pneumatic valve from 'FLIGHT' to 'BRAKE' modes, and vice-versa.
• Manual POH - updated to re.003 to include the information above. 

v1.0e (29th April 2024):

• 1.0e - Minor visual bug - RH door locking latch was fixed.
• 1.0e - Manual POH - updated to rev.002:
  • Added notices to pre-flight checklists regarding the rotor brake mechanism.
  • Compressed in size with high quality setup.
• 1.0c - Alternator initiation threshold issue was fixed.

v1.0a (27th April 2024):

• Minor fix to fuel level indication bug

v1.0 (27th April 2024): Initial version release.