First available in 1977, the Turbo Arrow III was the first turbocharged variant of the PA-28R Arrow, retaining the conventional tail of the Arrow III and a new cowling which housed the six-cylinder turbocharged engine. The Turbo Arrow IV followed in 1979 and featured the distinctive T-tail which was common amongst other Piper aircraft.
The aircraft are flown all around the world and this add-on reflects that global popularity. The product features ten liveries from the USA, UK, Germany, Australia, Switzerland, Austria and the Czech Republic.
MODEL
- Accurately modeled PA-28R-201T Turbo Arrow III and PA-28RT-201T Turbo Arrow IV, built using real-world aircraft plans following comprehensive, hands-on research with a real-life Arrow III, G-BGKU, based at Conington Airfield
- Numerous animations, including multi-animation passenger door, cockpit window and sun visors
- 4096 x 4096 textures are used to produce the highest possible texture clarity
- Bump, specular, reflection and ambient occlusion mapping used throughout the aircraft for a truly 3D feel
COCKPIT
- A truly 3D virtual cockpit right down to accurately modeled seat belts and screw heads - every instrument is constructed fully in 3D with smooth animations
- Cockpit textures feature wear and tear based on reference photos taken in the real aircraft to produce an authentic environment
- Different colour schemes for the Turbo Arrow III (grey/blue) and Arrow IV (tan/brown)
- Functional and comprehensive IFR-capable avionics fit including:
- KMA 20 audio selector unit
- GNS 530 unit including COM 1 / NAV 1 function
- KN 62 DME unit which can display information from NAV 1, NAV 2 or its own inbuilt receiver (NAV 3)
- Piper Autocontrol IIIB autopilot unit with navigation, heading and roll hold (no vertical control as in real world)
- KT 76A transponder unit
- KR 85 ADF unit with ADF/ANT/BFO modes
- KX 175B COM 2 / NAV 2 radio - Yoke-mounted flight timer/clock
- Independently operated left and right (standby) altimeter
AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
- Custom-coded fuel system
- Custom-coded electrical system with functional circuit breakers
- Realistic landing gear system with emergency release
- Functioning alternate air and static source controls
LIVERIES
The Turbo Arrow III is supplied in the following five paint schemes:
- N48427 (USA)
- D-ERMT (Germany)
- G-OBAK (UK)
- HB-PMB (Switzerland)
- VH-LLA (Australia)
The Turbo Arrow IV is supplied in the following five paint schemes:
- D-EAIV (Germany)
- G-BOGM (UK)
- OE-KFT (Austria)
- OK-MAN (Czech Republic)
- N3023K (USA)
OTHER FEATURES
- Realistic flight dynamics based on real world performance and handling data
- Authentic sound set by Turbine Sound Studios (TSS)
- Custom sounds for switches, doors, gear warnings and more
- Comprehensive manual with panel guide and performance data
