A Legend. An Icon. A Masterpiece.
The British Spitfire Mk IXc needs little introduction; claiming a place in history as one of the most revered, feared and beloved fighters of WWII. Designed as a short-range, high-performance Interceptor, the Spitfire was infamous for its ability to counter the German Luftwaffe with incredible success.
The Mk IX was the most highly-produced and iconic version of the Spitfire, powered by a 1720hp Merlin 66 engine, featuring a 2-stage supercharger, an elliptical wing design and a powerful weapons armament, the Spitfire remains one of the most beautiful & iconic aircraft of all time.
Our simulation of the Spitfire Mk IX comes with 4 variants:
- Spitfire LF Mk IX (Merlin 66)
- Spitfire LF Mk IX with clipped wings (Merlin 66)
- Spitfire HF Mk IX (Merlin 70)
- Spitfire HF Mk IX with clipped wings (Merlin 70)
Art & Sound
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Ultra-realistic 3D Cockpit Model that is used for SimPit recreations of the Spitfire (provided by Heritage Flight Simulations)
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Incredibly detailed modelling & texturing, both in and out of the cockpit
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FMOD Sound Design with 50+ Custom Sounds
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Dynamic multi-sounds to increase immersion & avoid repetition
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10 Liveries included
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Animated 3D Pilot
Flight Model
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Highly detailed & realistic simulation of the Spitfire Mk IX, performance matched to be within a few % of real-world data in all aspects of flight
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Custom simulation of the differential braking system & ground handling
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Tested by a team of real-world pilots to ensure accuracy & realism
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Simulation of unique Spitfire quirks, such as the need for nose-down trim on take-off and many, many more.
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Realistic spin & stall behaviour for aerobatic flying
Complex Engine Simulation
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Code-enhanced simulation of both the Merlin 66 & Merlin 70 engines, with the ability to switch between the two in-cockpit
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Complete custom simulation of the 2-stage supercharger of the Merlin engines
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Realistic operating limits, enforced by dynamic failures
Systems Modelling
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Complete fuel systems simulation
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Realistic navigation systems simulation
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Emergency systems modelled
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Simulation of the original preset-radio system, as well as an optional cockpit-integrated modern radio system
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Complete oxygen systems modelling
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External Tank systems realistically modelled
Particle FX
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Engine exhaust flash/flame FX
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Engine over-prime flameout FX
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Heat-Blur FX
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Dynamic Smoke FX
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Ultra-realistic canopy rain FX (powered by Skiselkov’s Rain Library)
VR/GUI Box
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GUI Panel is VR-ready & integrated into the cockpit for maximum immersion (optional – can be hidden)
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Ability to switch between engine types, toggle ground elements and optional cockpit elements.
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Autopilot feature for long-distance flights
Extra Features
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Static Elements modelled (Chocks, Tie-downs & GPU)
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Functional & adjustable collimated RAF Reflector Gunsight (optional)
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Optional cockpit-integrated 3D GPS (Garmin 530)
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Functional weapons & controls (Guns & Bombs)
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Optional landing light