CowanSim CH-1 v1.0
Initial Release

This isn’t just another helicopter - this is the CowanSim CH-1, built from scratch to stand out and deliver something unforgettable.

Every nut, bolt, line of code, and sound was handcrafted for sim pilots tired of recycled content. No shortcuts. This is 100% CowanSim - made with care, refined by real pilot feedback, and tested until it felt right.

The CH-1 is light, smooth, and easy to fly. It’s stable, responsive, and full of character. It doesn’t just take off - it connects with you. From the moment the engine roars to life, you’ll know this isn’t like anything else. Whether you’re new or experienced, this one just feels right.

This is the kind of helicopter you buy because it was made with passion - not pushed out to check a box. It’s weird, rare, beautifully done, and once you fly it, you won’t want to go back.

Developed entirely within the MSFS SDK, it uses no third-party flight dynamics or external tools. It supports native bindings, a fully mappable throttle, and includes a persistence system that remembers your configuration and settings between flights. The startup procedure is authentic, and the checklist is available both in-cockpit and through the MSFS toolbar.

Creators can get involved with the included Blender paint kit, making it easy to develop custom liveries.

If you appreciate craftsmanship and a truly unique flying experience, this helicopter was made for you.

The user manual covers controls and systems and is located inside the aircraft’s install folder. For convenience - and Xbox users - a manual and checklist are also available online:
https://CowanSim.com/manuals-checklists/

Buy it. Fly it. You’ll know why it was worth it.
Your hangar won’t be complete without the CH-1.

Thanks for your continued support!

Features of the CowanSim CH-1

• Free Future Updates - Continuous improvements based on pilot feedback
• Fully Bindable Throttle - Compatible with your hardware
• Supports Default MSFS Bindings - Plug-and-play ready
• Bindings Explained - Manual walks through every control
• User Manual - Visuals, setup, and tips included
• Professional Paint Kit - Model and textures for livery creation
• Persistence System - Saves weight, balance, and config
• Real Pilot Input - Dynamics tested by real-world pilots
• Authentic Startup - Realistic checklist-driven start-up
• Animated Passengers - Adds subtle realism in flight
• Accurate Systems - Realistic avionics and interactive gauges
• Custom Animated Pilot - Modeled after CowanSim’s creator, Joshua Cowan
• 3D In-Cockpit Checklist - Visual checklist at your fingertips
• Default Sim Checklist - Also accessible via MSFS toolbar
• Removable Doors - Open or remove doors mid-flight or on ground
• Vibration Effects - Dynamic airframe feedback
• 20 Liveries - Hand-crafted paint jobs included
• Dynamic Weight Options - Add/remove objects in-flight
• Wwise Sound Pack - Fully spatialized and dynamic audio
• Full VR Compatibility - Smooth experience in virtual reality
• True-to-Life Flight Dynamics - Precision rotorcraft handling
• Custom Instruments - Smooth, detailed 3D gauges
• Night Lighting - Immersive, realistic lighting after dark
• Detailed Modeling - High-detail interior and exterior
• 4K PBR Textures - Crisp visuals with realistic shading