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My first impressions:
I was searching through the Avsim file library, when a file caught my eye. It was a Piper Warrior II! This really excited me because I fly the Piper Warrior II in real life (i only have 8 hours, but I am only 15). So when I downloaded it and unzipped it, i was happy again because there was I didn't have to use ResViewer (just extract the .res file into your plnpile directory). I couldnt wait to fly it...
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Aircraft Information: 1980 Warrior PA28-161 TT Airframe Only 2510 (Fleet Average is 6660 TT) 40 Hours SMOH 2001 by Lycoming Factory in Williamsport, PA No Damage History
Exterior:
White/Maroon with Gold Trim - New 2001
Interior:
Beige Leather - New 2001
Avionics:
Dual Collins 251/351 Nav/Com 720 Ch KMA 24 Audio Collins Glideslope King KDI 572 DME Dave Clark Intercom 4 Place King KT-76A Transponder w/Encoder King KAP-150 Autopilot Electric Elevator Trim
Specifications:
Lycoming 0-320-D3G 160 HP Max Speed: 117 Kts 75% Power Cruise: 119 Kts
Current Market Value: $50-65,000
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Exterior Visuals:
The Visuals are great. It is extremely accurate, looks as it does in real life, and the wheels are right on target. The paintjob was great, it looked like somebody just put a new coat on (which costs thousands of dollers in real life). I have no complaints except one minor one. There is no landing light. The real warrior has one, but its not that huge a mistake.
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Interior Visiuals:
The cockpit is where this bird really shines. The interrior This is one of the best IFR single-engine cockpits I have ever seen. The main panel is so large and detailed, it gives me flashbacks of the cockpit in the real warrior. The 3 warning gauges are exactly the same as in real life, same with the instrument plugs. The IFR view(f3) is a nightmare if you want to see out the window though, but hey, thats why its called the IFR view. for the VFR view, its roughly the size of a deafult aircraft's IFR view. The perspective of the views are also realistic, because a deafult aircraft's IFR view is what you would be looking at if you were trying to look over the dashboard. I also saw something very creative. in the VFR view. When your engine is turned off, you can see the propeller in the window, but when its on, it disappears! what a nice touch!!
IFR view
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VFR View
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Conclusion:
I recommend the Piper Warrior II to anybody who loves single engine planes, looking for a good aircraft to practice IFR in, or an alternative to the Mooney TLS Bravo. IT EVEN COMES WITH A CHECKLIST! I wish more people would make a checklist to make flying more realistic. The people who like IFR flying will love this aircraft more than the people who fly VFR. I loved my flight with the Warrior, I highly suggest you download it now!
I give the Piper Warrior a 91%
If you feel curious about this aircraft after reading this review you can download it from here
Credits:
3D Model - Jeremie Vidal Exterior Textures - Originals by Jeremie Vidal, repainted by Wayne Russell Flight Model - Wayne Russell Panels - Wayne Russell
Thank you guys for making a GREAT airplane to fly!!
E-mail Tom at:
tomz182@yahoo.com