| The sleek, fast flying turboprop Epic LT |
New from the studios of Lionheart Creations comes another rare exotic, the Epic LT /
Dynasty. This is an actual 'new' aircraft produced in the United States, an advanced design
that features a complete Carbon Fiber airframe and the high performance version of the
PT6, the radical PT6-67A. This 6 passenger executive turboprop can carry people at over
350 knots GS at altitudes of up to 31,000 feet.
This flight simulation model package comes with 9 different aircraft registries with
variations of interiors, animated pilots, full detail and animated VC and cabin, which also
sports a brilliant 'soft lit' interior for great night flights. Also featured is a new Garmin G900X
glass panel instrument system with ultra friendly management for beginners of the Garmin
panel systems. The Garmin system features a complete PFD and MFD with 'Direct-To'
capabilities.
To top off the list, this complete, new package also comes in full FSX with the dual FSX
created model sets, new FSX technology textures/materials that feature bloom, reflection
qualities, new soft glare and countless other new material capabilities. All textures in the
FSX installer are full DDS format for flights in DirectX-10. This means, you get two installers
in one, for both FS2004 and FSX.
For those that eye Ferraris and Lamborghini's, for those that love the fast lane, for those
that like to own something new that no one else has yet, then maybe the Epic LT is for you.
Dynasty. This is an actual 'new' aircraft produced in the United States, an advanced design
that features a complete Carbon Fiber airframe and the high performance version of the
PT6, the radical PT6-67A. This 6 passenger executive turboprop can carry people at over
350 knots GS at altitudes of up to 31,000 feet.
This flight simulation model package comes with 9 different aircraft registries with
variations of interiors, animated pilots, full detail and animated VC and cabin, which also
sports a brilliant 'soft lit' interior for great night flights. Also featured is a new Garmin G900X
glass panel instrument system with ultra friendly management for beginners of the Garmin
panel systems. The Garmin system features a complete PFD and MFD with 'Direct-To'
capabilities.
To top off the list, this complete, new package also comes in full FSX with the dual FSX
created model sets, new FSX technology textures/materials that feature bloom, reflection
qualities, new soft glare and countless other new material capabilities. All textures in the
FSX installer are full DDS format for flights in DirectX-10. This means, you get two installers
in one, for both FS2004 and FSX.
For those that eye Ferraris and Lamborghini's, for those that love the fast lane, for those
that like to own something new that no one else has yet, then maybe the Epic LT is for you.
Tips, Tricks, and Fixes
Known Bugs and Updates
These screenshots reveal the sophistication of the model level created, from the sculpted sleek lines of
the airframe to the the hundreds of parts within its interior. Each part is 'made' and then mapped with
textures to give it a high realism appearance.
the airframe to the the hundreds of parts within its interior. Each part is 'made' and then mapped with
textures to give it a high realism appearance.
This is the sporty interior of the Epic LT and Dynasty. Note the laquered wooden table which deploys
when the landing gear is raised. Note also the modern styling of the interior with a wave shaped arm
rest shelf that flows throughout the interior as well as the trim strip, giving the Epic a first class look like
that of a prestigious Range Rover.
when the landing gear is raised. Note also the modern styling of the interior with a wave shaped arm
rest shelf that flows throughout the interior as well as the trim strip, giving the Epic a first class look like
that of a prestigious Range Rover.
Interior Cabin Area
Virtual Cockpit and Instrument Panel
This is the instrument panel of the Epic LT. Note the elaborate trim and modern styling of the cockpit,
outfitted with laquered wood appointments. The glass panel system shown is the Garmin G900x.
Note the bottom left screenshot, depicting the 'boot-up' system screens on the Garmins which
appear for 20 seconds upon system startup.
The PFD and MFD (left and right respectively) feature built in Avionics (COM1, COM2, NAV1,
NAV2, Transponder, and ADF), as well as a Mini-GPS map on the left PFD screen, full GPS
software on the right MFD screen, and both a Engine EICAS popup window and Fuel Management
popup window as well. (See center and top right hand screenshot for EICAS engine readouts, on
the left side of the MFD panel. The EICAS is on both the PFD and MFD panels for ease of multiple
situations.
outfitted with laquered wood appointments. The glass panel system shown is the Garmin G900x.
Note the bottom left screenshot, depicting the 'boot-up' system screens on the Garmins which
appear for 20 seconds upon system startup.
The PFD and MFD (left and right respectively) feature built in Avionics (COM1, COM2, NAV1,
NAV2, Transponder, and ADF), as well as a Mini-GPS map on the left PFD screen, full GPS
software on the right MFD screen, and both a Engine EICAS popup window and Fuel Management
popup window as well. (See center and top right hand screenshot for EICAS engine readouts, on
the left side of the MFD panel. The EICAS is on both the PFD and MFD panels for ease of multiple
situations.
This is the sleek, aerodynamic, high performance turboprop Epic LT. Built of pure Carbon Fiber,
yielding an incredibly low weight, thus allowing the aircraft to attain very high airspeed cruise
capabilities.
All textures are complete high resolution textures featuring dynamic shine, reflection, etc. The FSX
package version is in DDS format for higher frame rate performance.
Note that the Red and White plane, N4688, and the Silver D-LION aircraft feature 'metallic paint
schemes', a very rare, very new technology in Flight Simulator paint technologies.
The Epic includes 10 different exterior paint schemes with roughly 4 versions of interiors.
yielding an incredibly low weight, thus allowing the aircraft to attain very high airspeed cruise
capabilities.
All textures are complete high resolution textures featuring dynamic shine, reflection, etc. The FSX
package version is in DDS format for higher frame rate performance.
Note that the Red and White plane, N4688, and the Silver D-LION aircraft feature 'metallic paint
schemes', a very rare, very new technology in Flight Simulator paint technologies.
The Epic includes 10 different exterior paint schemes with roughly 4 versions of interiors.
Purchase Center
The Epic LT / Dynasty pacakge comes in both Flight Simulator FS2004 version, as well as
Flight Simulator X. The FSX version is a 'pure' FSX model package featuring DDS texture
technologies, enabling the virutual pilot to fly in DirectX 10 mode.
The package, (both FS9 and FSX) feature a 2D panel and a number of animations and visibility
condition parts, such as luggage and tie-down mode features. The sound package also
features a nice 'turbine' soundmix in the cabin sound mode, as well as new hydraulics and
servo sounds.
The airfile of the Epic LT / Dynasty is quite polished and well tuned, having been given input by
the Chief test pilot and VP of sales at Epic Aircraft Corporation, Mr. Peter Stiles. His direction
also helped in the tuning of the PT6-67A Turbine output characteristics, such as temperatures,
torque values, prop RPM, etc.
The Garmin glass panel system that feature 2 PFD's and a center MFD full screen GPS, feature
a new 'easy to manage' feature where one will not require to navigate the system through
various menu's. This enables a new Garmin system user to become aquainted with the system
first. Later, the Epic virtual pilot can purchase a more elaborate system from sim groups such
as MindStar so that the panel system traning can be more thorough and 'extreme'.
To purchase this package, simply click on one of the two buttons below, 'PayPal' or 'Flight1'.
The PayPal purchase system will take you to a standard PayPal sales page, then redirect you
to the download link. The Flight1 system has a built in purchase program. You download the
entire package, then run the purchase program built into it.
Flight Simulator X. The FSX version is a 'pure' FSX model package featuring DDS texture
technologies, enabling the virutual pilot to fly in DirectX 10 mode.
The package, (both FS9 and FSX) feature a 2D panel and a number of animations and visibility
condition parts, such as luggage and tie-down mode features. The sound package also
features a nice 'turbine' soundmix in the cabin sound mode, as well as new hydraulics and
servo sounds.
The airfile of the Epic LT / Dynasty is quite polished and well tuned, having been given input by
the Chief test pilot and VP of sales at Epic Aircraft Corporation, Mr. Peter Stiles. His direction
also helped in the tuning of the PT6-67A Turbine output characteristics, such as temperatures,
torque values, prop RPM, etc.
The Garmin glass panel system that feature 2 PFD's and a center MFD full screen GPS, feature
a new 'easy to manage' feature where one will not require to navigate the system through
various menu's. This enables a new Garmin system user to become aquainted with the system
first. Later, the Epic virtual pilot can purchase a more elaborate system from sim groups such
as MindStar so that the panel system traning can be more thorough and 'extreme'.
To purchase this package, simply click on one of the two buttons below, 'PayPal' or 'Flight1'.
The PayPal purchase system will take you to a standard PayPal sales page, then redirect you
to the download link. The Flight1 system has a built in purchase program. You download the
entire package, then run the purchase program built into it.
You can now download the manual for the Epic LT to see all the details
of the package and get an idea of how the Epic is flown. This manual
includes details on managing the Garmin system, navigation controls,
management of the PT6-67A Turbine, and actual flying procedures.
of the package and get an idea of how the Epic is flown. This manual
includes details on managing the Garmin system, navigation controls,
management of the PT6-67A Turbine, and actual flying procedures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the FSX version of the Epic LT a 'port over' that uses FS2004 models and DXT bitmap textures?
Negative. The FSX version of the Epic LT is 'pure' FSX, featuring the new model file technologies that use
various forms of new texture systems such as Blume, high and deep reflection, soft shine, etc. The
textures are also in the new FSX DDS format so that the aircraft can be flown in DirectX 10.
Is there a 2D panel included? Or is this a Virtual Cockpit only plane?
Yes. There is a 2D panel included with both the FSX and FS2004 versions.
Does this glass screen panel system take alot of memory and will it cause the package to run slow on my
computer?
No. This Garmin system is very Sim friendly, using far less inner-systems, thus lowering the amount of ram
required to run it. As a matter of fact, alot of the inner systems are early FS2004 system based.
What might cause this package to run slow on my computer?
The textures of the Epic LT that are 'high detail' are all in extreme 32bit resolution, in both FS9 and
FSX-DDS formats. These textures are the exterior fuselage, and 4 interior textures. This is done so that the
resolution is as photographic as possible. However, one can convert the textures to standard (lower)
resolutions quite easily. We intend to release a 'low resolution' package also that will enable a person to
retrofit-install the lower rez packs easily.
If I purchase through PayPal, can I get updates or reloads later in the future?
Yes. PayPal allows you to fill out a Reload form. That is submitted and a new link is emailed to you. Go
'here' to look up your past orders, select the one you wish to reload, and fill out the form.
http://payloadz.com/d1/lookup.asp
Is there any scenery included with this package as like other Lionheart Creations packages?
No. Unfortunately, there is not a scenery addition to the Epic package, (at least not presently). ;)
How do we get updates? Are they seperate downloads?
One would redownload their package from where they purchased the Epic LT at. The updates would be in
the newest download package. This would then reload 'all' updates automatically for you. Just remember
to save any package additions such as repaints of new planes.
What if I purchase all of my Sim software from SimFlight or Computer Pilot?
These websites also handle the Lionheart Creations sim packages and will allow you to purchase the Epic
there, as well as future reloads when needed.
There isnt a Passenger in the FS2004 model?
True. This option is only available in the FSX version.
The Epic LT seems to powerful and taxis too fast!
Nope. The Epic LT is a powerful aircraft. For taxiing the plane, ensure that you have the 'Condition' lever
(red) pulled back to 40%. Use very little throttle, and wait 5 seconds before ground roll. Another words, do
not give it half throttle, or it will rocket forward. Takeoff throttle is just over 50%, not 100%. This is covered
in detail in the Epic Manual.
In FS9, when I switch on Strobes or Nav lights, three buttons come on; Nav, Strobes, and Panel lights.
This is true. The Strobes run on the Nav circuit, and the Instrument lights run on the Nav circuit also. So
when you need 'instrument lights, strobes, or Navs', they will all be on at once.
Negative. The FSX version of the Epic LT is 'pure' FSX, featuring the new model file technologies that use
various forms of new texture systems such as Blume, high and deep reflection, soft shine, etc. The
textures are also in the new FSX DDS format so that the aircraft can be flown in DirectX 10.
Is there a 2D panel included? Or is this a Virtual Cockpit only plane?
Yes. There is a 2D panel included with both the FSX and FS2004 versions.
Does this glass screen panel system take alot of memory and will it cause the package to run slow on my
computer?
No. This Garmin system is very Sim friendly, using far less inner-systems, thus lowering the amount of ram
required to run it. As a matter of fact, alot of the inner systems are early FS2004 system based.
What might cause this package to run slow on my computer?
The textures of the Epic LT that are 'high detail' are all in extreme 32bit resolution, in both FS9 and
FSX-DDS formats. These textures are the exterior fuselage, and 4 interior textures. This is done so that the
resolution is as photographic as possible. However, one can convert the textures to standard (lower)
resolutions quite easily. We intend to release a 'low resolution' package also that will enable a person to
retrofit-install the lower rez packs easily.
If I purchase through PayPal, can I get updates or reloads later in the future?
Yes. PayPal allows you to fill out a Reload form. That is submitted and a new link is emailed to you. Go
'here' to look up your past orders, select the one you wish to reload, and fill out the form.
http://payloadz.com/d1/lookup.asp
Is there any scenery included with this package as like other Lionheart Creations packages?
No. Unfortunately, there is not a scenery addition to the Epic package, (at least not presently). ;)
How do we get updates? Are they seperate downloads?
One would redownload their package from where they purchased the Epic LT at. The updates would be in
the newest download package. This would then reload 'all' updates automatically for you. Just remember
to save any package additions such as repaints of new planes.
What if I purchase all of my Sim software from SimFlight or Computer Pilot?
These websites also handle the Lionheart Creations sim packages and will allow you to purchase the Epic
there, as well as future reloads when needed.
There isnt a Passenger in the FS2004 model?
True. This option is only available in the FSX version.
The Epic LT seems to powerful and taxis too fast!
Nope. The Epic LT is a powerful aircraft. For taxiing the plane, ensure that you have the 'Condition' lever
(red) pulled back to 40%. Use very little throttle, and wait 5 seconds before ground roll. Another words, do
not give it half throttle, or it will rocket forward. Takeoff throttle is just over 50%, not 100%. This is covered
in detail in the Epic Manual.
In FS9, when I switch on Strobes or Nav lights, three buttons come on; Nav, Strobes, and Panel lights.
This is true. The Strobes run on the Nav circuit, and the Instrument lights run on the Nav circuit also. So
when you need 'instrument lights, strobes, or Navs', they will all be on at once.
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The Epic LT package presently features the following;
* Both FS2004 and FSX 'pure' models and textures for both simulators
* Fully animated control surfaces
* Fully animated prop blades with full feather capabilities
* Garmin G900X glass panel system with a TruTrak AutoPilot. The Garmin system features;
***Maximize Full View PopUp
***Pilots PFD Mini GPS Window in the LH Screen
***Engine Popup
***Fuel Management Popup
***Chronometer
***Zoomable full screen MFD GPS
***Direct To flight programming
***Lockable Altitude as well as Preselect Altitude. Same for Heading
***On Screen Simplicity clickable area's such as frequencies, heading, CRS, Transponder
* Soft glow interior cabin/cockpit illumination, mimicking soft lit overhead lighting
* Rear lit illumination of the instrumentation and Garmin gauge panel system.
* Popup rear cabin table when landing gear is retracted.
* Smooth cabin modelling
* High resolution textures for extreme detail of interior, panel, and fuselage
* Animated pilot and copilot that feature 'roaming sight'
* Customised sound package with focus to turbine sounds, hydraulics, and servos
* High realism airfiles that create a realistic Epic LT 'feel', derived from feedback from actual
Epic LT pilots.
* 10 Different paint schemes, some featuring different interior textures which match the exterior
themes.
* A popup panel that 'manages' features such as wheel chauks, co-pilot, luggage, etc.
* Hideable control Yokes allow better access to switches panel (click wood trim at bast of Yokes)
* Optional 'Wide Screen' panel, easily adaptable into your favorite paint schemes, included.
* High detail, 'screenshot' based Manual, shows you how to work the various functions in the
Epic Dynasty, including Direct-To flights, Autopilot management, and the basics of Garmin
'glass panel' systems.
* Both FS2004 and FSX 'pure' models and textures for both simulators
* Fully animated control surfaces
* Fully animated prop blades with full feather capabilities
* Garmin G900X glass panel system with a TruTrak AutoPilot. The Garmin system features;
***Maximize Full View PopUp
***Pilots PFD Mini GPS Window in the LH Screen
***Engine Popup
***Fuel Management Popup
***Chronometer
***Zoomable full screen MFD GPS
***Direct To flight programming
***Lockable Altitude as well as Preselect Altitude. Same for Heading
***On Screen Simplicity clickable area's such as frequencies, heading, CRS, Transponder
* Soft glow interior cabin/cockpit illumination, mimicking soft lit overhead lighting
* Rear lit illumination of the instrumentation and Garmin gauge panel system.
* Popup rear cabin table when landing gear is retracted.
* Smooth cabin modelling
* High resolution textures for extreme detail of interior, panel, and fuselage
* Animated pilot and copilot that feature 'roaming sight'
* Customised sound package with focus to turbine sounds, hydraulics, and servos
* High realism airfiles that create a realistic Epic LT 'feel', derived from feedback from actual
Epic LT pilots.
* 10 Different paint schemes, some featuring different interior textures which match the exterior
themes.
* A popup panel that 'manages' features such as wheel chauks, co-pilot, luggage, etc.
* Hideable control Yokes allow better access to switches panel (click wood trim at bast of Yokes)
* Optional 'Wide Screen' panel, easily adaptable into your favorite paint schemes, included.
* High detail, 'screenshot' based Manual, shows you how to work the various functions in the
Epic Dynasty, including Direct-To flights, Autopilot management, and the basics of Garmin
'glass panel' systems.
Exterior Screen Shots
The Epic LT / Dynasty are also available at Simflight.com and at PC Pilot
If you have dreamed of owning an Epic LT and would like to see one in your
own choice of colors and registry, right down to the interior trim and color
selections, then here is a chance to get closer and at least 'virtually' see what
it would appear like. Even the 'reflective' qualities can be dialed in.
This is a comprehensive paint kit for the Epic LT. It is in PSD format and in
layers with each layer separated and labeled. The textures are double size
(2048 pixels square) for maximum resolution and will require to be resized to
1024 pixels square. The package is quite large due to its moderate amount
of layers. Format is PSD per Adobe Photoshop.
own choice of colors and registry, right down to the interior trim and color
selections, then here is a chance to get closer and at least 'virtually' see what
it would appear like. Even the 'reflective' qualities can be dialed in.
This is a comprehensive paint kit for the Epic LT. It is in PSD format and in
layers with each layer separated and labeled. The textures are double size
(2048 pixels square) for maximum resolution and will require to be resized to
1024 pixels square. The package is quite large due to its moderate amount
of layers. Format is PSD per Adobe Photoshop.
Paint Kit
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UPDATE:
Build 1.6 is now released; Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) Tuesday, 25th October 2008 02:00:36 (a.m.)
This newest Build series is now up and ready for download. This was 'just' released and may not yet
be ready for reload from SimFlight.com and PC Aviator.com.
The following issues have been met:
* Throttle-down-decelleration while in flight is now reduced and barely perceptable
* Fonts on MFD menu screens are modified and no longer appear 'compressed'
* 'Menu' selection in MFD has been revised
* Blue fabric interior added to blue striped planes
* Original brown panel now fitted to N3XF
* Red fabric interior fitted to the red metallic aircraft
* Graphics improvements on cabin carried out around windows and front center pillar
* GPSV switch on the Auto-Pilot now properly shows illuminated when Approach mode is on
* Strobes and tail beacon now working on FS9 model with NAV and Strobes light switches
* Door Seal Switch in 2D panel is now working properly
Known bugs in this build
** FSX 2D panel Door Seal Switch, not showing animation
** FS9 Strobe Lights outside are not functioning, but can be edited to work, see below in Tips, Tricks,
and Fixes.
UDPATE:
Build 1.4 is now released; Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) Thursday, 7 August 2008 04:15:28 (a.m.)
This Build is now on both Lionheart Creations installers (PayLoadz and Flight1) and will soon be
ready at SimFlight (SimMarket) and at PC Aviator.
This Build presently rectifies the following issues;
* ADF is now clickable tuned 'on screen' over the digital font
* Battery switches working now in FS9 2D switch panel
* Fuel Switch Working in popup FS9 2D switch panel
* AP PANEL black zone is brightened up
* FS9 model prop blades were reveresed, now rectified.
* Landing and Taxi lights now properly aimed and working per their switches in both FSX and FS9
* FUEL FLOW, DOWN TO 70'S. PRESENTLY AROUND 90...........................................FIXED
* Red Flight Director Course Bars are removed form PFD
* WHISKEY COMPASS IN VC FOR FSX MODEL REFITTED
* Wood Popup switch manager is edited for all popup options
* Tutorials on Taxiing the Epic, as well as throttle usage added to Manual
* THROTTLE CONSOLE Added to the popup options
* SWITCH PANEL, (newly added) now revised with 3 versions of interior VC lighting added (see
operators flight manual on Interior Lighting).
Many additions have been added to the Epic LT PDF Manual which include Turbine management,
updated avionics management, new options and popups, etc.
EXISTING BUGS
These are bugs that have not just been found or have not been solved yet in their issue.
* Missing texture zone in 'N3XF' for wheel chocks, causing the blocks to show over the wing. Fix;
Copy/Paste the texture file 'Epic_Accessories_T.DDS (or BMP)' from texture folder 'N111DY' to folder
'N3XF'.
* Nose gear in FSX is noticeably over-damped and causes moderate travel when applying brakes.
We are still trying to negate this and hope to have a fix out soon.
NOTE: The FS2004 version of the Epic LT package 'does not have' the co-pilot feature. Due to the
model's moderate size, the Microsoft compiler was unable to produce the sophisticated mesh model.
Look for repaints by accredited painter Sean Doran. His repaints for the Epic can be found at the
Sim-Outhouse.com, AVSIM.com, and Flightsim.com.
Build 1.6 is now released; Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) Tuesday, 25th October 2008 02:00:36 (a.m.)
This newest Build series is now up and ready for download. This was 'just' released and may not yet
be ready for reload from SimFlight.com and PC Aviator.com.
The following issues have been met:
* Throttle-down-decelleration while in flight is now reduced and barely perceptable
* Fonts on MFD menu screens are modified and no longer appear 'compressed'
* 'Menu' selection in MFD has been revised
* Blue fabric interior added to blue striped planes
* Original brown panel now fitted to N3XF
* Red fabric interior fitted to the red metallic aircraft
* Graphics improvements on cabin carried out around windows and front center pillar
* GPSV switch on the Auto-Pilot now properly shows illuminated when Approach mode is on
* Strobes and tail beacon now working on FS9 model with NAV and Strobes light switches
* Door Seal Switch in 2D panel is now working properly
Known bugs in this build
** FSX 2D panel Door Seal Switch, not showing animation
** FS9 Strobe Lights outside are not functioning, but can be edited to work, see below in Tips, Tricks,
and Fixes.
UDPATE:
Build 1.4 is now released; Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) Thursday, 7 August 2008 04:15:28 (a.m.)
This Build is now on both Lionheart Creations installers (PayLoadz and Flight1) and will soon be
ready at SimFlight (SimMarket) and at PC Aviator.
This Build presently rectifies the following issues;
* ADF is now clickable tuned 'on screen' over the digital font
* Battery switches working now in FS9 2D switch panel
* Fuel Switch Working in popup FS9 2D switch panel
* AP PANEL black zone is brightened up
* FS9 model prop blades were reveresed, now rectified.
* Landing and Taxi lights now properly aimed and working per their switches in both FSX and FS9
* FUEL FLOW, DOWN TO 70'S. PRESENTLY AROUND 90...........................................FIXED
* Red Flight Director Course Bars are removed form PFD
* WHISKEY COMPASS IN VC FOR FSX MODEL REFITTED
* Wood Popup switch manager is edited for all popup options
* Tutorials on Taxiing the Epic, as well as throttle usage added to Manual
* THROTTLE CONSOLE Added to the popup options
* SWITCH PANEL, (newly added) now revised with 3 versions of interior VC lighting added (see
operators flight manual on Interior Lighting).
Many additions have been added to the Epic LT PDF Manual which include Turbine management,
updated avionics management, new options and popups, etc.
EXISTING BUGS
These are bugs that have not just been found or have not been solved yet in their issue.
* Missing texture zone in 'N3XF' for wheel chocks, causing the blocks to show over the wing. Fix;
Copy/Paste the texture file 'Epic_Accessories_T.DDS (or BMP)' from texture folder 'N111DY' to folder
'N3XF'.
* Nose gear in FSX is noticeably over-damped and causes moderate travel when applying brakes.
We are still trying to negate this and hope to have a fix out soon.
NOTE: The FS2004 version of the Epic LT package 'does not have' the co-pilot feature. Due to the
model's moderate size, the Microsoft compiler was unable to produce the sophisticated mesh model.
Look for repaints by accredited painter Sean Doran. His repaints for the Epic can be found at the
Sim-Outhouse.com, AVSIM.com, and Flightsim.com.
Click here to go to Epic Aircrafts website. There you can read through their
many model releases as well as download some extremely well done
screenshots from their gallery section. These make brilliant computer
wallpaper.
many model releases as well as download some extremely well done
screenshots from their gallery section. These make brilliant computer
wallpaper.
BUILD 1.6 is NOW OUT
Please remember to always come back to see if there are updates.
Lionheart Creations continuously release updates and will occasionally
add new additions to packages, ranging from instrumentation to
paintschemes to mesh improvements.
Lionheart Creations continuously release updates and will occasionally
add new additions to packages, ranging from instrumentation to
paintschemes to mesh improvements.
PDF MANUAL EXCERPTS
Build 1.7 temporarily
delayed
delayed
Package Features
These are some screenshots taken at night. Note the soft glow illumination that runs on Nav lights.
This illuminates the instruments, panel lights, and interior of the cabin throughout, duplicating soft glow
resination from the overhead dome lights. Then note that there are screenshots with the 'standard'
bright lighting 'dome light' FS effects (brighter effect). Thus you have 2 versions of lights. Control the
brighter dome lights with 'Oh' key (strobes).
This illuminates the instruments, panel lights, and interior of the cabin throughout, duplicating soft glow
resination from the overhead dome lights. Then note that there are screenshots with the 'standard'
bright lighting 'dome light' FS effects (brighter effect). Thus you have 2 versions of lights. Control the
brighter dome lights with 'Oh' key (strobes).
Shown with dome lights on and off, and with
instrumentation illumination and soft glow on.
instrumentation illumination and soft glow on.
There are several interior color schemes that come with the Epic LT package, from
sporty versions to very contemporary, plush, richly accented interior trim.
sporty versions to very contemporary, plush, richly accented interior trim.
Note on the top four screenshots, that the left two are with teh down light on, and the right two are
with 'soft glow' instrumentation on and dome lights off. The soft glow is triggered by Nav lights,
and the Dome lights (brighter) is triggered by Strobe lights. (The actual strobe lights are wired
into the Nav lights. Use 'Oh' key on keyboard to turn on brighter dome lights. Use 'Shift/L' key to
trigger soft glow illumination/instrumentation as well as exterior Nav lights systems.
with 'soft glow' instrumentation on and dome lights off. The soft glow is triggered by Nav lights,
and the Dome lights (brighter) is triggered by Strobe lights. (The actual strobe lights are wired
into the Nav lights. Use 'Oh' key on keyboard to turn on brighter dome lights. Use 'Shift/L' key to
trigger soft glow illumination/instrumentation as well as exterior Nav lights systems.
Epic Addon Upgrades Shop
* Wide Screen Monitors; The Epic LT comes with a 'wide screen' 2D view panel for those with
wide screen monitors. To activate the wide screen system, navigate to your Epic LT folder in
your sim, locate 'aircraft.cfg' file and right click and choose 'Open With' and select 'Notepad'.
Browse down the aircraft registries at the top and locate your favorite planes, and on line that
says 'Panel=' enter a 'ws' at the end. Example; 'panel=ws'. This enables wide screen 2D panel
mode.
* Registry N3XF in FSX has a missing texture zone on its wheel chaulks, causing a wierd effect
of black boxes showing up. Simply copy/paste the file 'Epic_Accessories_T' from N111DY
texture folder to the N3XF texture folder. This will repair the missing texture zone and the black
cubes will disappear.
* Did you know you can backup in the Epic LT? To reverse out of a parking spot, simply press
F2, or you can go to VC view and push the throttle to full down (out) which will also cause 'FS
reverse thruster mode'. Have your breaks ready when you leave reverse thruster mode, as the
turbine will be spooled up. :)
* Bobbing Nose Gear: The Epic LT for FS has had an issue with its nose gear bobbing up and
dow at least 2 to three times, where it should 'bob' one time. This has now been illiminated and
will be out in the next update. However, you can update yours right now. Navigate to the
Epic_LT folder in Flight Simulator. Locate the 'aircraft.cfg' file and open it by right clicking on it
and selecting 'Open With' and choose 'Notepad'. Then, scroll down to [contract points] section
and on the first contact string, copy/paste the following, overlaying this one on the old string;
point.0 = 1, 8.0263, 0, -5.50, 1181, 0, 0.67, 39.9, 0.296, 2.9, 2.000, 4.8, 4.8, 0, 184.0, 184.0
Then Save and exit out of Notepad. Your plane should now 'bob' one time, and this fix will work
in FSX as well, so if you have dual sims installations, simply do this for each Epic Installation.
Note, this is no longer an issue with Build 1.5
* Missing Strobe Lights in FS2004; In Build 1.5, an Editing accidentally caused the Strobe lights
to be non-functioning. This is easily edited out however by simply going into the 'Aircraft.cfg' file
(with Windows Notepad) and editing the following script in the 'Lights' section;
light.3 = 1, -2.25, -21.41, 0.03, fx_strobe
light.4 = 1, -2.25, 21.44, 0.05, fx_strobe
Change the 1 to a 3 so they will run on the Nav lights circuit, as like this;
light.3 = 3, -2.25, -21.41, 0.03, fx_strobe
light.4 = 3, -2.25, 21.44, 0.05, fx_strobe
* Optional Blue and White Interior; There is now a factory (FS Virtual Factory only) blue and
white cloth interior available for aircraft that have blue or blue accents (such as stripes) on the
exterior paint schemes, such as N77691, N011L, and N11LH. This package is available here;
http://lionheartcreationsworld.com/BlueClothInterior.zip
wide screen monitors. To activate the wide screen system, navigate to your Epic LT folder in
your sim, locate 'aircraft.cfg' file and right click and choose 'Open With' and select 'Notepad'.
Browse down the aircraft registries at the top and locate your favorite planes, and on line that
says 'Panel=' enter a 'ws' at the end. Example; 'panel=ws'. This enables wide screen 2D panel
mode.
* Registry N3XF in FSX has a missing texture zone on its wheel chaulks, causing a wierd effect
of black boxes showing up. Simply copy/paste the file 'Epic_Accessories_T' from N111DY
texture folder to the N3XF texture folder. This will repair the missing texture zone and the black
cubes will disappear.
* Did you know you can backup in the Epic LT? To reverse out of a parking spot, simply press
F2, or you can go to VC view and push the throttle to full down (out) which will also cause 'FS
reverse thruster mode'. Have your breaks ready when you leave reverse thruster mode, as the
turbine will be spooled up. :)
* Bobbing Nose Gear: The Epic LT for FS has had an issue with its nose gear bobbing up and
dow at least 2 to three times, where it should 'bob' one time. This has now been illiminated and
will be out in the next update. However, you can update yours right now. Navigate to the
Epic_LT folder in Flight Simulator. Locate the 'aircraft.cfg' file and open it by right clicking on it
and selecting 'Open With' and choose 'Notepad'. Then, scroll down to [contract points] section
and on the first contact string, copy/paste the following, overlaying this one on the old string;
point.0 = 1, 8.0263, 0, -5.50, 1181, 0, 0.67, 39.9, 0.296, 2.9, 2.000, 4.8, 4.8, 0, 184.0, 184.0
Then Save and exit out of Notepad. Your plane should now 'bob' one time, and this fix will work
in FSX as well, so if you have dual sims installations, simply do this for each Epic Installation.
Note, this is no longer an issue with Build 1.5
* Missing Strobe Lights in FS2004; In Build 1.5, an Editing accidentally caused the Strobe lights
to be non-functioning. This is easily edited out however by simply going into the 'Aircraft.cfg' file
(with Windows Notepad) and editing the following script in the 'Lights' section;
light.3 = 1, -2.25, -21.41, 0.03, fx_strobe
light.4 = 1, -2.25, 21.44, 0.05, fx_strobe
Change the 1 to a 3 so they will run on the Nav lights circuit, as like this;
light.3 = 3, -2.25, -21.41, 0.03, fx_strobe
light.4 = 3, -2.25, 21.44, 0.05, fx_strobe
* Optional Blue and White Interior; There is now a factory (FS Virtual Factory only) blue and
white cloth interior available for aircraft that have blue or blue accents (such as stripes) on the
exterior paint schemes, such as N77691, N011L, and N11LH. This package is available here;
http://lionheartcreationsworld.com/BlueClothInterior.zip
Please note; If you do not read manuals, then I suggest that you do not
purchase the Epic LT. It has specifics that you will need to know. This aircraft
also has many textures that are high resolution. If your computer cannot run
high resolution textures, there is a 'Low Resolution' addon option you can
download that will enable lower memory computers to run the Epic more easily.
purchase the Epic LT. It has specifics that you will need to know. This aircraft
also has many textures that are high resolution. If your computer cannot run
high resolution textures, there is a 'Low Resolution' addon option you can
download that will enable lower memory computers to run the Epic more easily.
| This is a new idea born from interest of 'Virtual' Epic owners. This is a section where you can get special Addons and Upgrades for your Epic LT / Dynasty aircraft, everything from repaints to landing lights, to alternative instrument panel systems. * A2A / Shockwave's famous 'Lewis' Landing Lights This is a really nice addon that is inexpensive and can work on your other sim planes as well. these are highly advanced '3D like' high illumination Halogen lights that are brilliant to see at night. A must for the Simmer that loves those extra touches to detail and realism. Click Here to view the Landing Lights webpage at A2A / Shockwave * MindStar Garmin G1000 System This is a very advanced version of the Garmin G1000 glass panel system. MindStar has gone to the 'outer most' limits to bring you this incredibly detailed system. At this present time, it is still in Beta for Turboprops, but will soon be available. For those that wish a high detail, high accuracy Avionics package, such as for training, you may wish to purchase this for your Epic LT. To visit the MindStar website and view their details, Click Here * Sean Doran Paint Schemes Sean Doran is an amazing and gifted paint scheme artist who was attracted to the lines of the Epic LT / Dynasty. He has created approximately 30 paintschemes or more for this aircraft. Several of his paint schemes were used in the production of the Epic LT, and many others flood the FS Addon sites. Key sites that Sean uploads to are AVSIM.com, Flightsim.com, and Sim-Outhouse.com. * Blue Cloth Interior Optional Upgrade Addon Lionheart Creations has created a new Addon interior in blue and white cloth that is accented with Cherry wood veneer trim. This is available here and at many popular FS download sites; http://lionheartcreationsworld.com/BlueClothInterior.zip * High Performance Textures for Epic LT If your computer has low memory issues, or cannot run high resolution textures, Lionheart Creations feature a downloadable 'Low Resolution' texture pack that has an 'auto-installer'. This will load up all textures to 'standard resolution', such as DXT3 for FS2004, and DXT5-DDS for FSX. This will enable frame rates, and texture refreshing to maximize and possibly even bring up frame rates in issues of RAM memory high use. Download Here. * Track IR 3-Dimensional Sight Movement This is a radical improvement to Flight Simulation. If you do not have Track IR for your FS installation, you have no idea what you are missing. For getting the utter most enjoyment out of the Epic LT and other popular sim aircraft, purchase the Track IR system and 'really' check out what you have been missing. Enjoy things like being able to look behind you, look down at the throttle console, look down and left 'even with the fuse panel. Look back to see that the door is latched. Keeping your head level with the horizon while you are in a 40 degree banked turn, looking down under the cieling for the runway ahead and to the side as you turn about onto final approach. It is one awesome, radical improvement to flight simulation.... Click Here * FS Training Movie of the Epic LT This is a tutorial movie that shows how the various systems work in the Epic LT / Dynasty, showing you have the systems are booted up, the turbine is started, taxiing the Epic, take-off, setting up the Autopilot for Altitude, Heading, and then a Direct-To entry, then landing and shut-down. The low quality (low resolution) version is at YouTube Here. The HD (High Definition) movie is downloaded from Here. (Warning, the HD version is over 400 Megs but shows the details of the MFD and PFD screens well) * Quick Mini Movie of a Twilight Night Flight This small mini movie shows you the lighting system of the Epic LT for Flight Simulator. In this, you get an idea how the forward cabin dome light, and rear cabin dome light are switched on, as well as how the soft glow 'normal night mode' appears at night with instrumentation illumination running and cascade night graphics which are built into the textures of the Epics interior. You can view the movie at YouTube Here. |
The Actual Epic LT / Dynasty
These are actual photographs of actual Epic LT's. They are incredibly beautiful aircraft with very
flowing lines. Even their interiors incorporate a design of flowing lines, such as the arm rest structure
that has a wave that follows through to the front cabin area. The unique and simplistic, 'high tech'
Garmin panel system allows for a beautifully simple and uncluttered instrument panel. Topping off the
design theme are appointments of burled wood trim throughout the aircrafts cabin, like that of a
Mercedes Benz or Rolls Royce.
flowing lines. Even their interiors incorporate a design of flowing lines, such as the arm rest structure
that has a wave that follows through to the front cabin area. The unique and simplistic, 'high tech'
Garmin panel system allows for a beautifully simple and uncluttered instrument panel. Topping off the
design theme are appointments of burled wood trim throughout the aircrafts cabin, like that of a
Mercedes Benz or Rolls Royce.
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