STAVATTI X-PLANE MODELS

Since its début, Stavatti engineers have recognized X-Plane® by Austin Meyer/distributed by Laminar Research as a valuable tool for new aerospace vehicle conceptual design. Described as “the world's most comprehensive, powerful flight simulator…(which)… has the most realistic flight model available for personal computers” (quote from About X-Plane http://www.x-plane.com/about.html) Stavatti designers began modeling particular aircraft in X-Plane's Plane-Maker for personal use shortly after it's introduction. In October 2005, Stavatti as an organization began looking into X-Plane as a conceptual design aid and subsequently began evaluating X-Plane as one of a litany of tools used in the initial phases of design concept evaluation. For over a year, Stavatti's use of Plane-Maker/X-Plane was limited to internal applications to model next generation concepts.

As a next generation aerospace vehicle manufacturer, Stavatti regularly receives requests by individuals interested in modeling future Stavatti aircraft, be it in the form of physical static or flyable R/C models or as simulators for popular PC applications. Having received numerous inquiries for technical data about Stavatti aircraft for simulator design, as well as a standing requirement to develop models appropriate for potential integration in Air Warfare Battlelabs, in late 2006 Stavatti management endorsed the formation of a team within the division which would become Stavatti Simulation for the purpose of developing accurate models appropriate for X-PLANE and commensurate desktop flight simulators for external distribution. This website and the models it presents are the result of that initiative.

MACHETE X-PLANE MODELS

Stavatti X-Plane® V9 compatible models of the Stavatti Machete Turboprop, Turbofan and Super Machete are now available for complimentary download. These models have been developed by Stavatti and represent the anticipated production configuration of Machete series aircraft as approved for release following the 30 January 2009 Machete Program Critical Design Review.

Developed from actual Machete CAD files and engineering prints, these models feature detailed 2-D panels, 3-D cockpits, custom instruments and displays, and detailed 3-D objects including landing gear struts, armament systems, air inlets/air intakes, exhaust nozzles, and crewstations. Each model features external hardpoints, weapons selection, and arming and release interfaces, however, the models are not designed, nor intended for, simulation of combat. All combat simulation is dependent wholly upon the X-Plane® application and associated plug-ins. All external stores featured in the models, including ordinance and external pods/launchers/tanks, have been custom modeled by Stavatti Simulation. These models feature a variety of custom external stores including:

• GBU-31 JDAM, GBU-32 JDAM and GBU-38 JDAM
• AGM-84E SLAM and AGM-65K MAVERICK
• LAU-61C and LAU-10A rocket pods
• CBU-97 Sensor Fused Weapon (SFW)
• 150 USG Sargent Fletcher Model 401315 External Fuel Tank
• NAPALM Bomb/MXU Payload Pod
• AIM-120, AIM-9X and AIM-9M

You are invited to download these models free of charge directly from the Machete X-Plane Model webpage:

X-PLANE MODEL COPYRIGHT & USE

All models produced by Stavatti Simulation are for Private, Personal, Non-Commercial use only. All models are for entertainment purposes only. The performance and flight characteristics associated with the Stavatti aircraft simulated in the models are not indicative, nor intended to be indicative, of actual aircraft performance or flight characteristics. Stavatti neither implies nor warrants the performance of said models/simulations.

The aircraft models and all associated files contained herein are designed solely for use as a add-on flight model with X-Plane® 9.00 and later as developed by Laminar Research and requires an installed and operating X-Plane® 9.00 or later program to be functional and is subject to the end-user license agreements associated with X-Plane® 9.00and later. Product(s) and model(s) are believed to be free from defects, however, all models are offered without warranty. Models are not designed, nor supported, for use in BETA or RC versions of X-Plane. Warranty is neither expressed, nor implied. Stavatti Simulation and its parent companies are not liable for any defects or failures, be them software or hardware, associated with the use of these product(s) and model(s). All product(s) and model(s) are distributed Virus Free. User agrees to hold Stavatti HARMLESS.

Featured aircraft have been modeled as accurately as possible as permitted by the X-Plane® 9.22 Plane-Maker Application. As the aircraft depicted on this site are not yet in production, the technical data employed in creating all models is provisional and is not necessarily indicative of actual production aircraft performance and handling. All specifications, including performance and handling, are subject to change at the discretion of Stavatti Aerospace. Consequently, all aircraft as modeled are for ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. Due to the limitations of the Plane-Maker Application, particular elements aircraft as modeled, including those associated with performance and handling, have been altered or omitted to enable the release of the resultant product. All liveries and paint schemes presented within this product are hypothetical and do not imply USN, USAF, USMC, FAC, IAF, or Commercial Air Carrier, be them foreign or domestic, or Stavatti Aerospace, concurrence or endorsement. All liveries and paint schemes are the creative property of Stavatti which developed them solely for this application and do not correspond to any authorized paint scheme, configuration or livery.

All external stores featured in the models, including ordinance and external pods/launchers/tanks have been custom modeled by Stavatti Simulation. Users are not permitted to modify or redistribute specific external stores for commercial sale including the following weapon models: GBU-31 JDAM, GBU-32 JDAM, GBU-38 JDAM, AGM-84E, LAU-10, LAU-6.

COPYRIGHT

Product(s), model(s) and image(s) associated with this website are the Intellectual Property (IP) of Stavatti Heavy Industries, Ltd., Copyright © 2006-2009 Stavatti Heavy Industries, Ltd. Product(s), model(s) and image(s) associated with this website may not be modified, altered, redistributed or used, in whole or in-part for any commercial purposes of any kind without the express prior permission of Stavatti Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Components specific to these products, including custom liveries, instruments, and all custom ordinance and any other custom element created for specific model(s) may not be used in the construction of any non-Stavatti Simulation developed model, commercial or otherwise, without the express prior written authorization/consent of Stavatti Simulation/Stavatti Heavy Industries, Ltd.

REGISTRATION

Customers are encouraged to Register with Stavatti Simulation to via email by sending their name and corresponding e-mail address to:

simulation@stavatti.com

Registered users will receive regular mailings and update links for all model developments, revisions, additions and improvements. Users are encouraged to contact Stavatti Simulation regarding their thoughts and comments regarding this product.

DISCLAIMER

All technical and performance specifications presented within this product and models are forward-looking estimations which are subject to change and modification without prior notification to end-user.

USER SUPPORT

Stavatti Simulation has worked diligently to ensure your download and installation of all models is trouble free. If, however, you are having difficulty downloading, unzipping or installing files, please contact Stavatti Simulation.