VSKYLABS Test-Pilot: Tensor 600X Project

The VSKYLABS Test-Pilot:  Tensor 600X Project

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A High Definition advanced Autogyro Simulation

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.

Development Notice: The development of the VSKYLABS Tensor 600X Project for X-Plane flight simulator was approved by 'TENSOR AG'. VSKYLABS is developing this addon project independently, with information from 'TENSOR AG' regarding development details of the Tensor 600X.

The VSKYLABS Test-Pilot: Tensor 600X Project Introduction

The Tensor 600X is an innovative German two-seat tandem configuration autogyro prototype, designed specifically for urban air mobility, transport and surveillance-efficient missions.

The VSKYLABS Tensor 600X is a high definition autogyro simulation of the
Tensor 600X, based on development information which was provided by
‘TENSOR AG.’. However, not all of the information, specifications and data,
system descriptions and flight instructions in this manual are necessarily
representing the real Tensor 600X specs and data, and should not be
considered as official information with regards to the Tensor 600X. The real
Tensor 600X is still under development and its complete specification and
performance figures will be available once ‘TENSOR AG.’ will release it in
public.

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

The project is setting up a highly defined Tensor 600X simulation along with full VR compatibility, within the default features of X-Plane, stretching it to its limits.

For further details regarding the real FA Tensor 600X Autogyro, it is highly recommended to visit the TENSOR AG website: https://www.tensor.aero/

Project Main Features

• VSKYLABS 'Test-Pilot' Project of a real world prototype.
• Advanced, robust Autogyro simulation in X-Plane.
• Highly defined flight model of the Tensor 600X Autogyro - tested by professional Autogyro pilots.
• Built around the powerful, native X-Plane flight model.
• Fully functional VR (Virtual Reality) compatibility.
• 3D Pilot and passenger visualization for increased VR immersion.
• Built-in LR G1000 avionics.
• Multi-Layer FMOD sound pack.
• 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).
• Easy-to-use paint-kit included.
• The project is under constant development.
• Highly responsive VSKYLABS support forums.

Pilot's Operating Handbook

<included in the package>

How to start and takeoff in the FA Tensor 600X - Video Tutorial

Update Log

VSKYLABS Test-Pilot: Tensor 600X Project
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XP12 - v3.1a (21st January 2024):

• 3-d HUD fix - power initiation on cold and dark.

XP12 - v3.1 (8th January 2024):

• 3-d HUD visualization was implemented:
  • Part of the additional 'Test-Pilot' instruments cluster (can be turned off by disabling the cluster).
• Minor graphics refinements. 

XP12 - v3.0 (16th April 2023):

• Flight dynamics model:
  • Complete flight dynamics re-engineering and validating in X-Plane 12, including drag refinements, updated pusher prop, main rotor system, flying and control surfaces.
  • Engine updated to Rotax 915iS.
  • Engine reduction gearbox adapation to the Rotax 915iS.
  • Semi-automatic Pre-rotation mechanism was added.
  • New landing gears physics.
• Systems:
  • G1000 autopilot is now inverter-dependent, with a safe mechanism for gound operations.
  • New interior lighting systems for the instrument gauges.
• Interaction:
  • Added option to hide the front stick (similar to 'hide-yoke').
• Graphics:
  • Extensive PBR update to fall in line with the latest XP12 lighting engine updates.
  • Pusher prop visualization update.
  • Liveries update.
  • Additional 2 liveries.
  • Enhanced windshields.
• Sounds:
  • New FMOD 2.0 sounds pack.

XP12 - v2.3a (27th December 2022):

• Speed markings on G1000 (knots) now matches the analog gauge (km/h).

XP12 - v2.3 (24th December 2022):

• G1000 tune-ups and autopilot adjustments.

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 released.

XP11 - v1.05a (18th November 2020):

• G1000 Autopilot fix for NAV/GPS course interception.

XP11 -  v1.05 (12th August 2020):

• Acceleration g-Meter instrument gauge was added to the cockpit.
• AOA aural indication cue is now biased with the AOA instrument visibility (when it is hidden, no sound will be induced). To note that the AOA aural cue volume can be set via the master radio audio volume knob, located on the G1000 audio panel (on the bottom).

XP11 - v1.0a (14th July 2020):

• Pusher propeller animation fixed.

XP11 - v1.0 (13th July 2020): Initial Version Release