FSX: Steam Edition - Granville Gee Bee Model Z Add-On PC

The Gee Bee Model Z air racer, built by Granville Brothers to claim the 1931 Thomson Trophy, packs a 535-horsepower radial engine that later upgraded to 750 horsepower for record-breaking speeds over 300 mph. This simulation add-on captures its demanding flight traits, from aileron stalls on takeoff to tricky sideslip landings due to the oversized nose. Brakes demand caution on touchdown to avoid flipping the nose forward. Pilots master a realistic flight model with custom aerobatic smoke, high-quality 3D cockpit gauges, and tailored sounds. Two liveries plus a blank texture allow personal designs, while superb reflective textures enhance the detailed model. Aviation sim enthusiasts who crave hands-on challenges with quirky, high-speed handling will relish taming this lively machine.

The Gee Bee Model Z was an air racer built specifically to win the 1931 Thomson Trophy in Cleveland, Ohio.

Designed and constructed by Granville Brothers (‘Gee Bee’) Aircraft, it proved to be a very capable aircraft with a 535-horsepower radial engine, and went on to win the trophy.

Later fitted with a 750-horsepower engine, the Model Z beat the official speed record for land aircraft and unofficially achieved more than 300mph, but was destroyed in a crash shortly afterwards.

Being a unique aircraft, the Gee Bee Model Z serves a healthy dose of thrills and spills during all aspects of flight. It is surprisingly easy to stall the ailerons during take-off, and when landing, a sideslip approach is recommended because the aircraft’s extraordinary nose makes it almost impossible to see the runway.

Even when you’ve touched down, the excitement is still not over, as applying the brakes carelessly will stand the Model Z on its nose. A flying tips sheet is included to help you learn the aircraft’s quirks and get to grips with this lively racer.

Features

• Superb reflective textures
  
• Two liveries and a blank texture for creating your own designs
  
• Custom aerobatic smoke effect
  
• Realistic flight model that reproduces the challenging handling characteristics
  
• High quality 3D model, textures and sounds
  
• 3D cockpit gauges
  
• Custom sound set