Airbrake Pitch Behavior
Previously, deploying the airbrake caused a strong nose-up reaction, almost like an extra elevator.
This happened because the aerodynamic effects behind the brake weren’t modeled correctly.
The drag values have been corrected for the actual brake angles, and the airflow behind the brake now properly affects the tail.
Result: The airbrake still feels strong, but it no longer forces the aircraft into a pitch-up.
Flaps & Excessive Floating
With full flaps and idle throttle, the aircraft tended to float for an unrealistically long time.
Induced drag was missing from the calculations, and the flap lift was too strong, which kept the aircraft from developing a normal descent rate.
Both issues have now been corrected.
Result: On approach, the aircraft settles into a proper sink rate instead of floating indefinitely.
HUD Additions
- Pitch Ladder – shows vertical attitude in degrees
- Bank Scale – indicates roll angle
- Slip/Skid Indicator – helps maintain coordinated flight
- Artificial Horizon – cleaner and easier to read