Daedalus BS214 for MSFS 2020 (Compatible with MSFS 2024)

Description

The Daedalus BS214 is a prototype experimental twin-engine aircraft. It features a tricycle high-wing design and accommodates two seats, boasting Bush STOL capabilities.
The aircraft was named in honor of Daedalus (Δαίδαλος), the famous ancient Greek architect and engineer who, according to Greek mythology, was the first man who build wings that he and his son Icarus used to escape from Crete.
Icarus (Ίκαρος) was the first man flew in the sky.

The aircraft requires just 100 meters of ground roll for takeoff and landing. It is powered by two Rotax 915iS engines, each producing 141 hp. These engines deliver excellent performance during cruising and particularly in climb rates. The right engine rotates counterclockwise, meaning the aircraft has no critical engine. Controlling the aircraft in the event of an engine failure (whether left or right) is straightforward.

The aircraft is capable of flying in FIKI (Flight Into Known Icing) conditions, thanks to its anti-ice protection system. The windshield, propellers, and leading edges of the wings and the tail are electrically heated to prevent ice buildup. A third external 70V 70A alternator, installed on the right engine, powers the (LPED) heated leading edges. The pitot tube and stall horn are also electrically heated.

The cockpit is designed for comfort, measuring 1.35 meters in width and 1.15 meters in height, making it spacious for both the pilot and co-pilot. An automatic A/C climate control system, installed on the left engine, ensures a comfortable and pleasant environment in all weather conditions. The large windshield, along with side and rear windows, provides excellent visibility for a high-wing aircraft. The design of the aircraft prioritizes safety, performance, comfort, and ergonomics.

It is important to note that this aircraft does not exist in reality. The reason is clear: the high production, maintenance, and operating costs associated with carrying just two people-especially since it can easily fly with a single engine, similar to a Cessna 152-make it unprofitable. However, there are some twin-engine experimental ultralights that do exist.

The Daedalus BS214 was designed and built for Microsoft Flight Simulator. It was created using NASA's OpenVSP software (for airfoils, wings, fuselage, calculations of areas, dimensions, lift polar, drag polar, etc.) and finalized in Blender. Real-world data and formulas were employed to calculate all necessary specifications, such as weight, surface areas, dimensions etc. The 3D model aligns precisely with the flight model, ensuring that what you see is accurately represented in MSFS.

Features

3D model

• 3D model matching the flight model
• Modern Propeller Model implementing propeller lift and drag
• Physically Based Rendering (PBR) materials for a perfect visual result
• Highly detailed textures for special clarity including decals
• Numerous animations, including:
  • Aircraft doors
  • Landing gear flex
  • All cockpit switches, buttons, knobs and circuit breakers
  • Fully animated seats (useful in VR) & armrest
  • Sunvisors
• Realistic backlighting and floodlighting
• Realistic exterior lighting
• Detailed checklist (non interactive, no preflight inspection)
• One livery in 5 colors (blue, red, green, yellow, white)
• Integration of native MSFS features such as icing and rain effects

Systems

• G3X Touch Avionics by Working Title (PFD & MFD)
• GTN750 by PMS50 or GTN750Xi by TDS Sim VC integration (replacing MFD)
  • PMS50 and TDS Sim GTN750 are 3d-party software (must be purchased and installed separately) – PMS50 offers Free GTN750 (must be installed separately)
• GMC307 autopilot with Yaw Damper
• Backup Attitude & Speed instrument
• Trim & Cabin temperature instrument
• Anti-Ice System
• Oxygen System
• Simulated circuit breakers
• Automatic A/C system & cabin temperature initialization
• Full PFD warning system

Sounds

• Default DA62 SDK sounds plus custom sounds

Effects

• Exhaust heat & smoke effect
• Engine fire smoke effect

Manual

• PDF detailed manual included
• PDF hardware key bindings

System Minimum Requirements:

Notes

The aircraft comes in two editions:

• Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020
• Compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (partially supports the default MSFS 2024 EFB, features such as preflight inspection, career mode, wear and tear, etc. could not be supported). The MSFS 2020 pilot and copilot avatars do not appear in MSFS 2024 due to a completely new avatar system. Lighting and graphics in MSFS 2024 are different from those in MSFS 2020, resulting in aesthetic differences.

A new native MSFS 2024 version of the aircraft may become available in the future as a separate product.