Spitfire Mk IXc

FlyingIron Sims

WARBIRDPROPFIGHTER

4.3/5 (1990)

A timeless legend, an icon, a hero and arguably one of the most beautiful aircraft to have ever existed.

Designed by Supermarine to be a short-range, high-performance interceptor, the Spitfire is most famous for it's pivotal role in World War II & The Battle of Britain where it was a key weapon against Axis forces. Instantly recognizable by it's iconic elliptical wing, the Spitfire needs little introduction from us.

Key Features:

3D Cockpit Model built from Heritage Flight Simulations incredibly detailed CAD Model

The model is a perfect replica of the Spitfire Mk IX cockpit, down to the smallest detail, and is used for the production of HFS's amazing cockpit replica.

This is of course backed up by our usual ultra-high Artwork standards across the entire aircraft - the in-game screenshots say more here than we ever could! Combined with the gorgeous scenery of MSFS, prepare to be blown away by just how good an old legend can look inside a modern simulator.



Professional Wwise Sound Design by an experienced Sound Engineer

This release marks our greatest achievement in sound design so far, by a long mile, thanks to the power of Wwise (the industry leader in game audio-engineering). All sounds have been professionally recorded from a real Spitfire Mk IX. We have splashed out here to obtain an exhaustive Spitfire sound pack, professionally recorded by an Audio studio for the purpose of simulation & game development. It has been worth it! The audio experience is incredibly immersive and enhances the experience significantly!



Extensively researched, detailed and realistic Flight Model

Asobo has developed an enormously complex, detailed and realistic set of Flight Modelling tools that we have fully implemented to build our Spitfire FM from the ground up. Our experience in developing our Spitfire Mk IX for X-plane 11, as well as our recent experience developing Flight Models inside 3 different simulation platforms, has allowed us to quickly build a highly accurate Flight Model that not only flies 'by the numbers', but just feels good.



Realistic Start-up Procedures, Failures and Flight Systems

Simulated to function as faithfully as possible to the real aircraft; you will need to start-up, operate and fly the aircraft just as a real Spitfire pilot would have all those years ago. Custom failures enforce this realism – exceeding operating limits or incorrectly operating the aircraft will result in appropriate failures.



Multiple Variants

Our Spitfire package includes both the Spitfire Mk IXc , as well as the unique clipped wing variant of the airframe, infamous for its unique look, significantly improved roll rate and slight speed increase.

Note: Cannons are not modelled in the Marketplace edition of the Spitfire. Weapons are completely non-functional in both versions.

The Spitfire LF Mk IXc is a single-seat high-performance combat aircraft built by the British aerospace company Supermarine. One of many variants of the legendary Spitfire family, the LF Mk IXc was designed for and successfully implemented to perform the missions of high-speed interceptor, ground attack, and bomber.

The evolution of the Spitfire LF Mk IXc began in August of 1941 with the arrival of the German Focke-Wulf FW 190A in the skies over western Europe. Unable to match the performance of the FW 190A at that time, the British created a number of related iterations of the “Spit” to counter the devastating threat, including the LF Mk IXc, which exceeded the German fighter in capability.

The key to the success of this version of the Spitfire is its Rolls-Royce Merlin 66 engine. The liquid-cooled, piston V-12 engine features a dual-stage supercharger and intercooler capable of delivering up to 2,000 horsepower to the Spitfire’s four-bladed propeller. Optimized for low to medium altitude operations, the LF Mk IXc has a top speed of 408 mph at sea level, a range of 434 miles, and a climb rate of over 3,000 feet per minute.

Engineered to squeeze every drop of velocity out of one of the most storied powerplants ever developed, the Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk IXc offers an eye-popping flight experience for any pilot. Aviators can blast along at treetop level with air-searing speed, and then put its famed wing to work with precisely-executed rolls, loops, wingovers, dives, and climbs.

VERSION 1.4.1 RELEASED JUNE 7, 2023

FM

Sound

Misc

VERSION 1.0.0 RELEASED MARCH 5, 2021

VERSION 1.0.1 RELEASED MARCH 13, 2021

This update is our first update since release, and aims to address some remaining bugs & issues pointed out by our users, prioritizing improving the user experience, adding missing sounds & features and further improving the flight model. Overall, the flight dynamics have been made more realistic and therefore the Spitfire is now slightly more difficult to fly (especially on takeoff). You will need to use your rudder trim more effectively, and manage your engine power more carefully.

Art

External LODs improved, icing LODs fixed Clipped Wing icing issues fixed Animated oxygen valve, external tank lever Windshield Fluid Port textures added

Sound

Touchdown Sounds added Additional cockpit sounds added (wobble pump, primer, various switches) Systems & Flight Model Parking Brake made clickable

Flight Model improvements (thanks to Raimond aka GotGravel for pitching in and making several contributions here)

Stall speeds increased slightly Stall behavior adjusted P-factor increased (you will notice a much stronger tendency to swing left on takeoff. Counter this with some right rudder trim) Torque/Propwash dynamics adjusted Roll inertia, stability adjusted Control sensitivity at various airspeeds adjusted General control & trim sensitivity adjusted Prop Inertia reduced Engine throttle response speed increased ATC Power now tied to Radio Unit – to be able to contact ATC, select any preset channel on the radio (A-D) to power it on Oxygen Flow now requires oxygen flow valve on the starboard side of the cockpit to be opened Negative G’s starve engine of fuel (WIP, needs additional work) Engine Temperature model adjusted slightly (still WIP)

VERSION 1.0.2 RELEASED MAY 24, 2021

Art

VERSION 1.0.3 RELEASED JULY 29, 2021

Update 1.0.3 focuses on updating the Spitfire for MSFS’s July Update, which includes Xbox integration and a new interaction system. We’ve also included some particle FX and a few other goodies for you. - Implementation of the new UI and Interaction system – including improved tooltips and controls (primer and door controls fixed) - Integration of Garmin 430 GPS in the cockpit – gunsight can now be toggled between gunsight and GPS via the Gunsight Reticule switch - Addition of basic Visual FX – engine smoke, contrails, tyre particles etc. More to come in future updates! - Integrated engine block vibrations - Numerous Flight Model and Ground Handling refinements and improvements (By GotGravel) - Refined and improved Oxygen system realism - Engine Damage now optional – can be toggled ON/OFF via Radio Preset Button D - Improved Prop Animation - Fixed lighting knob controls - Fixed temperature gauge dropouts and bugs - Numerous bugfixes and miscellaneous improvements to Art and systems

VERSION 1.0.4 RELEASED OCTOBER 26, 2021

This update includes temporary fixes for the Xbox version of the Spitfire.

VERSION 1.1.0 RELEASED DECEMBER 17, 2021

VERSION 1.2.0 RELEASED JUNE 5, 2022

Systems:

Flight Model:

Art:

Sound:

VERSION 1.2.1 RELEASED JUNE 10, 2022

Systems

Flight Model

Sound

Art

VERSION 1.3.0 RELEASED JANUARY 27, 2023

Flight Model

Ground Handling

Sounds

and much much more that won't fit here!!

VERSION 1.3.1 RELEASED FEBRUARY 6, 2023

VERSION 1.4.0 RELEASED MAY 15, 2023

Flight Model

Flying under a bridge detected, now prevents destroying the prop Increased rudder authority in flight Tuned prop drag Adjusted static height Adjusted MP power at 2000RPM to meet RAF target Increased flap deploy pitch down effect Increased yaw forces

Ground Handling

Added authentic rudder-controlled differential braking Increased wheel brake power Improved gear suspension

Sound

Complete overhaul of exterior engine sounds Complete overhaul of flyby sounds Remade pitch curves and transitions for all engine tracks to be smoother and all in sync Added new attenuation models Rebalanced & improved wind Sounds Corrected wing creaking volume spike Fixed fuel pump attenuation

Systems

Added optional accelerometer Increased coolant temp rise Added oil & coolant initial temperatures for hot starts Updated Instrument Cam #9

Visual Model

Redesigned cockpit spot lighting Low Fuel Pressure and Gear Indicator lights now emit a subtle ambient light Redesigned exterior lighting Fixed oil temperature gauge face Added throttle lever vibrations Widened ASI needle

Tablet

Added ASI MPH/KTS toggle option Added accelerometer gauge toggle option