Modernized FMC with RNAV Procedures
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Loving the depth and realism of the Starship, but I'd like to request a feature or option for a modernized FMC upgrade that allows us to directly select and load RNAV SIDs and STARs into the flight plan.
While keeping the classic/period-accurate avionics intact as a default is awesome for retro flying, the real-world airspace system is rapidly evolving. Ground-based VORs are continuously being decommissioned, and standard airways are systematically being replaced by RNAV routes, T-routes, and Q-routes.
Because virtually all modern terminal airspace procedures now mandate RNAV 1 / RNAV 2 departures and arrivals with complex leg types, manually keying in fix-by-fix waypoints into the CDU isn't fully practical (and leaves out altitude constraints and procedures with non-fix leg types). Having a toggleable modernized FMC option—or expanded database support for procedural departures and arrivals—would dramatically improve quality of life when flying on VATSIM or in modern IFR environments.
Thanks for considering this, and appreciate all the fantastic work on the aircraft!
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Yes but it breaks immersion, like using a GNS 430 on a Boeing. Nick did such a good job with the modeling and sounds of the FMS, I’d prefer to use that than the GNS 430.
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Yes but it breaks immersion, like using a GNS 430 on a Boeing. Nick did such a good job with the modeling and sounds of the FMS, I’d prefer to use that than the GNS 430.
@intjmastermind said in Modernized FMC with RNAV Procedures:
Yes but it breaks immersion, like using a GNS 430 on a Boeing. Nick did such a good job with the modeling and sounds of the FMS, I’d prefer to use that than the GNS 430.
But a fake modernized FMC won't break immersion? The GNS was blessed as feasible by actual owners, I think it's the best solution.
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Yes but it breaks immersion, like using a GNS 430 on a Boeing. Nick did such a good job with the modeling and sounds of the FMS, I’d prefer to use that than the GNS 430.
@intjmastermind I agree with @Marionettework and @AvApollo. The avionics in the Starship are coded the way the plane is and currently flown IRL. It is technically still possible to fly it IFR utilizing RNAV as the primary Nav Source. the VNAV page can be utilized to help achieve the correct rate of climb or descent needed to avoid having to level off for an altitude restriction. Also manually keying in fix-by-fix waypoints for SIDS and STARs is how it's done on the GNS 430/530 and many other common GPS units commercially today. Though IRL turboprops and smaller aircraft usually don't fly on the same procedures as larger airliners at all and are commonly vectored in (*depends on the airport). I usually only ever file direct IFR in real life unless it's a longer route or a Mandatory/Preferred IFR Route in the flight supplement exists. *Note: Simbrief works best when used for airliners and will consistently provide you with a SID or STAR meant for turbojet aircraft only (Not turboprop). Sometimes turboprop SIDs and STARs exist, so it's best to look up the available procedures before starting the flight (if you're trying to be realistic). If none exist, then expect to be vectored and if planning to stay IFR, brief yourself on the minimum IFR altitudes to be sure of adequate terrain clearance.
