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Version 1.3.3 Update

An update (version 1.3.3)  has just been rolled out for SimControlX Server. This update is a server-only update and is recommended for all users.

All existing users should use the installer from this website to install/update their server application. The SimControlX Server installer may be downloaded from the downloads page.

List of changes in this version –

• Fix for real weather download error.
• Airport data corrections for ELITE XTS.
• Fix for issues with aircraft repositioning in P3D with crash detection enabled.
• Improvements to prevent licensing errors in certain conditions.

We’ve just rolled out an update (version 1.3.2) for the SimControlX app and SimControlX Server. This update is recommended for all users.

All existing users should look out for an update on their iPad app, and then use the installer from this website to install/update their server application and simulator plugins. Please make sure you update both the iPad app and the server application/plugins on your computer, before you try to use the app. Updating one but not the other, may lead to breakages. The latest details on the install process and app usage can be found in our manual. The SimControlX Server installer may be downloaded from our downloads page. The iPad app can be installed/updated from the App Store.

With this update, we’re adding a convenience feature for our SimControlX Pro users to reposition the aircraft directly from the map page. Pro version users can long press on a map location during flight and confirm to move the aircraft to that location. The aircraft will move to the new location maintaining approximately the same MSL altitude and heading and some nominal airspeed. Airspeed, altitude and heading can be adjusted individually as per usual after repositioning completes, to ensure you’re in stable flight. Scenery reloading may occur occasionally based on the sim in question.

To learn more about SimControlX Pro and all it has to offer click here.

List of changes in this version –

• Added in-air repositioning from map page (Pro users only).
• Other minor bug fixes and enhancements.

Version 1.3.1 Update

An update (version 1.3.1)  has just been rolled out for SimControlX Server. This update is a server-only update and is recommended for all users.

All existing users should use the installer from this website to install/update their server application. The SimControlX Server installer may be downloaded from the downloads page.

This version adds support for new buying options for SimControlX Pro! You can now buy 1-month or 3-month access licenses for SimControlX Pro from its web store. These licenses give you all the latest and greatest features of SimControlX Pro for the designated period of time.

At the end of the license period, your software will simply revert back to a Home license. These license purchases are non-recurring and the license period begins after you first activate a license. You may choose to get a perpetual SimControlX Pro license or extend your use by purchasing from the Pro store again.

List of changes in this version –

• Added more airports for ELITE XTS.
• Added support for SimControlX Pro limited-term licenses.

We’ve just rolled out an update (version 1.3.0) for the SimControlX app and SimControlX Server. This update is a major feature & quality-of-life update and is recommended for all users.

All existing users should look out for an update on their iPad app, and then use the installer from this website to install/update their server application and simulator plugins. Please make sure you update both the iPad app and the server application/plugins on your computer, before you try to use the app. Updating one but not the other, may lead to breakages. The latest details on the install process and app usage can be found in our manual. The SimControlX Server installer may be downloaded from our downloads page. The iPad app can be installed/updated from the App Store.

This version introduces compatibility with the newly released Prepar3D version 5! We have experienced great performance improvements with this new simulator version on our machines and think SimControlX will be the perfect flight companion to pair with the sim for anyone looking to make upgrade to the new version. We’ve even included an updated airport directory to take advantage of the long overdue database updates made in the simulator!

Also introduced with this version is an ATC clearance electronic scratchpad, for users who want to work with live ATC (like PilotEdge) or in-sim ATC. The form provides a convenient way to practice noting down clearance details received from your simulated ATC and mimics what you might use with popular EFBs in the real world.

Detailed list of changes in this version –

• Added P3D v5 compatibility.
• Updated airport directory for use with P3D v5.
• Added option to change date in simulator.
• Added a form to practice noting down ATC clearances.
• Adjusted approach distance presets for repositioning.
• Added option to attach/detach jetways for pushback in P3D.
• Added option to quit simulator. (Pro users only)
• Bugfix for visibility setting for Elite users with P3D visuals.
• Improvement to repositioning logic in P3D to prevent occasional “snap to ground”.
• Improvement to METAR injection logic for P3D.
• Other minor enhancements.

Version 1.2.5 Update

We’ve just rolled out an update (version 1.2.5) for the SimControlX app and SimControlX Server. This update is a maintenance update and is recommended for all users.

All existing users should look out for an update on their iPad app, and then use the installer from this website to install/update their server application and simulator plugins. Please make sure you update both the iPad app and the server application/plugins on your computer, before you try to use the app. Updating one but not the other, may lead to breakages. The latest details on the install process and app usage can be found in our manual.

The SimControlX Server installer may be downloaded from our downloads page. The iPad app can be installed/updated from the App Store.

List of changes in this version –

• Added more radio failures for X-Plane
• Added helicopter failures for default helos in X-Plane
• Improvements to ownship tracking via ForeFlight
• Added custom support for Elite TH-22 simulator
• Bugfix for error when loading certain ELITE aircrafts
• Other minor bug fixes and improvements

Version 1.2.1 Update

We’ve just rolled out an update (version 1.2.1) for the SimControlX app and SimControlX Server. This update brings minor bug fixes and a couple of exciting new features!

Users of TFDi Design’s quality B717 aircraft will now be able to see some aircraft-specific options on their SimControlX app. This is a first step towards providing our users with more control when using third-party add-ons and aircraft with their simulators. We continue to try and work with more publishers to integrate their features into our app in the future.

We’re also very proud to announce the official launch of SimControlX Pro. SimControlX Pro is a server license upgrade for SimControlX Server, targeted at professionals and commercial use cases. SimControlX Pro  is designed to equip you with everything you need from an instructor station on an FAA approved BATD or AATD device. SimControlX Pro brings several new features to take your training to the next level. You can buy and learn more about SimControlX Pro here.

All existing users should look out for an update on their iPad app, and then use the installer from this website to install/update their server application and simulator plugins. Please make sure you update both the iPad app and the server application/plugins on your computer, before you try to use the app. Updating one but not the other, will lead to breakages. As always, the latest details on the updated install process and app usage can be found in our manual.

The SimControlX Server installer may be downloaded from our downloads page. The iPad app can be installed/updated from the App Store.

List of changes in this version –

• Full support for SimControlX Pro
• Integration of certain aircraft-specific features for TFDi Design’s B717
• Other minor bugfixes

Version 1.2.0 Update

We’ve just rolled out an update (version 1.2.0) for the SimControlX app and SimControlX Server. This update brings minor bug fixes, compatibility with X-Plane 11 and our upcoming SimControlX Pro product.

SimControlX Pro will be an upgrade for SimControlX targeted at professionals and commercial use cases, bringing several new features to take your training to the next level. You can learn more about SimControlX Pro here. You can get a sneak peak at SimControlX Pro in action at FlightSimExpo 2019! Be sure to check us out at booth #803.

All existing users should look out for an update on their iPad app, and then use the installer from this website to install/update their server application and simulator plugins. Please make sure you update both the iPad app and the server application/plugins on your computer, before you try to use the app. Updating one but not the other, will lead to breakages. As always, the latest details on the updated install process and app usage can be found in our manual.

The SimControlX Server installer may be downloaded from our downloads page. The iPad app can be installed/updated from the App Store.

A more detailed list of changes in this version –

• Support for X-Plane 11
• Preliminary support for the upcoming SimControlX Pro
• Other minor enhancements

Version 1.1.5 Update

We’ve just rolled out an update (version 1.1.5) for the SimControlX app and SimControlX Server. This is a maintenance update with new app features, improved ELITE XTS Home support, bug fixes and general enhancements. Please review the list of changes below for more details.

All existing users should look out for an update on their iPad app, and then use the installer from this website to install/update their server application and simulator plugins. Please make sure you update both the iPad app and the server application/plugins on your computer, before you try to use the app. Updating one but not the other, will lead to breakages. As always, the latest details on the updated install process and app usage can be found in our manual.

The SimControlX Server installer may be downloaded from our downloads page. The iPad app can be installed/updated from the App Store.

A more detailed list of changes in this version –

• Added support for saving and loading of state files for ELITE XTS Home.
• Added Temperature and QNH weather settings for Prepar3D® and X-Plane 10. Please resave any old scenarios for best functionality.
• Added dawn and dusk presets for setting time in simulator.
• Added left and right approach intercept locations during aircraft repositioning.
• Added NAV1 ILS auto-tune during repositioning for ELITE XTS Home.
• Added support for configurations using ELITE XTS Home with Prepar3D® visuals.
• Added an alert when real world METAR download fails.
• Bugfix for attitude indicator failure in Prepar3D®.
• Modified weather page UI for ELITE XTS Home and X-Plane 10.
• Renamed ELITE XTS Home fuel failures for clarity.
• Other minor improvements.

Please refer to the manual for known limitations when using ELITE XTS Home with SimControlX.

After installing your new ELITE software, you can begin using it with ELITE’s classic Instructor Operating Station (IOS), or use ELITE’s new iPad app–SimControlX.  This app can be purchased through the Apple iOS App Store.

This app adds convenience, especially when using your trainer alone, and adds ease of use when repositioning on the ground or in the air.

Join Lauren as she takes us through many of the features of this convenient, modern IOS.

Version 1.1.0 Update with ELITE XTS Home (Genview) and ForeFlight connection support

We’ve just released an update (version 1.1.0) for the SimControlX app and SimControlX Server. New features include the latest addition to our list of supported simulators, the upcoming ELITE XTS Home (Genview)*. Moreover, ForeFlight users with Prepar3D and X-Plane 10 can now configure SimControlX Server to send simulator data (including AI traffic) to ForeFlight!

All existing users should look out for an update on their iPad app, and then use our new installer to install/update their server application and simulator plugins. Please make sure you update both the iPad app and the server application/plugins on your computer, before you try to use the app. Updating one but not the other, will lead to breakages. As always, the latest details on the updated install process and app usage can be found in our manual.

The SimControlX Server installer may be downloaded from our downloads page. The iPad app can be installed/updated from the App Store.

A more detailed list of changes in this version –

• Introducing support for new ELITE XTS Home (Genview)*
• ForeFlight connection support from SimControlX Server ( with AI traffic display, P3D and X-Plane 10 only).
• ILS Frequency display on reposition page when a valid ILS runway is selected.
• Redesigned Aircraft page for reduced clutter.
• Bugfixes and enhancements to scenario saving and loading. Please resave any old scenarios for best functionality.
• Bugfixes when switching server connection between different simulator types.
• Bugfix when repositioning aircraft in X-Plane.
• Other minor improvements

*Please refer to the manual for known limitations when using ELITE XTS Home (Genview) with SimControlX.