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Generating an updated fs10.AircraftTypes.csv

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pjk

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Hi,

I have over 3700 aircraft in my FSX and would like to generate random traffic using TDBB. However, when I use the SDK function, I generate only default aircraft (You know, World Travel, Orbit, Pacifica, etc...). That is because my aircraft list (the csv file) is the default one that came with the SDK.

I have used AIFP, but find it extremely time consuming when trying to "busy-up" a custom airport. A lot of that is due to having to manually parse through that massive list of aircraft, trying to discern which ones are appropriate for the route I am creating.

I would like to know if there is any way to generate a comprehensive AircraftTypes file without hand writing all 3700 new aircraft into the default file; something equivalent to the SDK tool, "Dump Airport List" but for aircraft.

Any suggestions?
 
DaveW

DaveW

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FSX Aircraft CSV Creator

Hi,

I have created a utility for my own use to generate new fs10.AircraftType.csv files. The list is based on the content of your \Simobjects\Airplanes directory. Once the listing is created you have the option of editing the list before the .csv file is created. If you'd like to try it email me directly at dwestbury@rogers.com and I'll send you a copy. No guarantees, it does the job for me and it may be what you're looking for.

Cheers,

Dave W
 
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bobbyjack

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A few thoughts;

Are all your 3700 planes AI? As you, know user planes don't always make good AI.

Someone here developed a random FP generator for FS9 that works. Sfrenchie was his handle. Doesn't work for FSX because of different file structures. I think you should go that route; develope an FP generator for FSX. The TDBB has limitations.

Bob
 
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