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VSKYLABS MAULE M-7-235B UPDATE LOG HISTORY

Update Log

VSKYLABS Maule M-7-235B

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v1.6.1 (21st March 2026)

  • Updated documentation structure:
    • All project documentation transferred to the VSKYLABS Maule M-7-235B section in the VSKYLABS Aircraft Center.
    • Updated included documentation.
  • Removed Skunkcrafts updater:
    • Product updates are no longer supported via Skuncrafts Updater.
    • The most updated version of the product is available via the user-account at the store.

v1.6 (20th August 2025):

  • On-board gyro systems update: retrofitted now with all-electric gyro packages: The DG with heading bug instrument is the primary, free-running electrically driven gyro system, while the RMI is a secondary, independent, slaved electrically driven gyro system.
  • Autopilot system: Added 'AP servo disconnect' push button on the LH yoke (red button). This is extremely useful for VR users who are flying 100% touch controllers.
  • Autopilot system: S-TEC variants - VS mode captures current VS when engaged.
  • Cockpit-panel: Added clock/timer.
  • Graphics: Added two-piece windows vents (3-d modeling).
  • Bug fixes:
    • CHT temp in the analog variant now reads more accurate/correct values.
    • Flaps detents are now synchronized when using VSL Cockpit-Builders assignments for up/down a notch.
    • Aircraft details - correct manufacturer is now displayed in X-Plane GUI.

v1.5 (23 January 2025) - Major Update Release:

  • Flight model:
    • Engine idle RPM tuneups.
    • Empty aircraft CG refinements to all variants.
    • Aircraft handling refinement in pitch/roll/yaw axes to better replicate the Maule M-7 responsiveness in all phases of flight.
    • Landing gears - Differential-braking feature when using only rudder equipment (no to brakes hardware) was refined to allow more docile 'automated' brakes with rudder input.
  • Systems: 
    • All CB's are now wired up into the electrical system and fully functional (two panels - front and RH).
    • S-TEC 55x autopilot was implemented in the analog variant.
    • Dual GNS-430 bundle was implemented in the analog variant.
    • Night lighting - instrument panel - improved.
    • Heading bug was re-positioned to the correct instrument in the panel.
  • Graphics:
    • G1000 module was replaced with enhanced 3-d model.
    • Various PBR touches for external textures and liveries.
  • Interaction:
    • VSKYLABS 'Cockpit-Builders-Heaven' was implemented, allowing to assign all aircraft switches, knobs, levers and interactions in a designated, cluttered section in the X-Plane 12 assignment screen.
    • Fuel selector manipulator was replaced with improved 'rotatable' knob functionality. This improves interaction in 2-d and especially in VR, where you simply 'rotate' the fuel tank selector to the desired position.  
  • Bug fixes:
    • Gears indicator display (float-plane) fix (lights illuminates at night).

v1.4 (20th Dec 2024):

  • Flight model update only!
  • Fix to mixture vs fuel-flow issue (fuel-flow initial rise + leaning throw too short).
  • Propeller governor tune-ups.
  • Negative flaps performance tune-up.

v1.3a (9th April 2023):

  • Bug-fix: suction indicator is now responsive.

v1.3 (22nd March 2023):

  • Implementation of Alpha Systems AOA 'Eagle' AOA indicator replica.
  • Directional Gyro setting knob was added (analog cockpit).
  • GNS430, G1000 display lighting adjusted.
  • Manual update with AOA info.

v1.2 (4th December 2022):

  • Interior lighting system reset and retuned to comply with the modified X-Plane 12.00r1+ lighting engine.

v1.15 (7th November 2022):

  • Additional G1000 variant was added to the project.
  • Analog cockpit received IFR instrumentation (RMI/CDI).
  • Switchable landing gears were added (classic / 35" Bushwheels), can be switched during flight, incorporated in the flight dynamics (affecting ground handling and aircraft performance).
  • Thorough flight model update to refine STOL performance and ground handling of the Maule M-7-235B aircraft. Includes landing gears modifications (physics and 3-d representation).
  • Sunroof is now modeled into the aircraft.
  • FMOD (sounds) update - new engine sounds.
  • Autoupdater switched to SkunkCrafts.
  • v1.15c - fix to switchable gears visualization during replay.
  • v1.15e - fix to flaps overspeed warning when flaps are 1st notch (0 degrees).
  • v1.15e - POH - added 'not implemented yet' note for the remove-doors assignment.
  • v1.15f - Minor fix for G1000 autopilot/trim interactions.
  • v1.15f2 - Fuel consumption and power tuneups.
  • v1.15f2 - Manual/POH update - Lycoming O-540-B series performance data.

v1.01 (23rd October 2022):

  • Flight dynamics update - fix to too aggressive stall characteristics, too close to stall warning initiation.
  • Engine idle rpm tuneup.
  • Bushwheels tires drag coefficient tuneup.
  • Pitch trim manipulation is too sensitive in VR - re-tuned.
  • Animation bug for GNS volume knobs - fixed.
  • Fuel transfer switches now working via sliders (assignments) to allow easy binding to hardware on/off switches instead of messing with datarefs.
  • Windows reflections (internal) tuneup.
  • Manual updated with weight&balance setup instructions and updates assignment tables for the new sliders.

v1.0 (6th September 2022): Initial version release.