NZAA (MSFS) v1.1 Released with VDGS Systems

Available via Contrail right now is the first major update to NZAA (MSFS) which includes the newly-developed custom VDGS systems present in both the International and Domestic terminals.

The update will automatically install the VDGS module, so you're set to explore them right away without extra work.

There is also no need to do anything special to activate the devices. Simply taxi towards a gate and it will automatically detect your current position and aircraft type. Approach carefully and precision guidance will begin!

Tip: Taxi speed for precision guidance is quite slow, we recommend something close to a brisk walking speed as you approach the stop markers. As a general guideline in real aviation, you are going too fast if you see all your ground crew running away from your gate.

A final note: VDGS is still optional. If you wish to disable the module, simply open Contrail, select NZAA and click the Configuration tab, then uninstall the VDGS module.

Happy flying! (and taxiing)

NZAA VDGS Beta - sign up

We're accepting a (very) small number of customers to participate in the NZAA VDGS beta. If you are interested and meeting the below requirements, please send us an email

Be sure to include your Flightbeam account email, your NZAA order number (Flightbeam shop only) and full name.

Requirements:

- Must have purchased NZAA MSFS from Flightbeam directly

- Must provide feedback promptly

- Must have experience with previous VDGS (such as SODE VDGS).. or have knowledge/understanding of VDGS systems

New Forums

After 11+ years of PHPBB forums, we finally let go and have moved on to a cleaner, more secure and future-friendly forum tech.

Unfortunately, it was not possible to merge all the all PHPBB posts and accounts, we must start from a clean slate.

Due to the number of total products we now have, it no longer makes sense to create a forum for each product. So in the product support forum, you will see only Sim Categories.

A HUGE number of features are present in these new forums. Some highlights:

- It's now MUCH easier to attach files and images

- Hashtags are supported and displayed in the title if used

- Say hello to a huge number of emojis

- Did you say Gifs? Yes, we even have those.

- Fully integrated with our website, use the same account to comment in our Blog.

- A huge number of settings and features in your profile

- Fully compatible with various Login accounts: Google, Facebook. No more cumbersome and long PHPBB account creation process, with activation emails getting lost.

- Follow specific categories or topics, receive notifications.

- Coming soon: Custom selectable badges for our members.

Check out the new forum now, and be sure to make a post to introduce yourself!

If you have any feedback, please let me know!

Final note: I'm currently looking out for a volunteer to help manage the forums. If you are interested please send me a message through here, or the general contact page. Please note due to the volume of emails received, I will not be able to respond to each email.