MSFS 222B v3.1 – 10/03/2025

Important Update Tip
Never overwrite the old version.
Instead:
-Delete or move the old folder out of your Community folder
-Then extract the new version into Community
This ensures a clean, trouble-free install. Thanks!

-Updated Manual
-Enhanced Autopilot and Force Trim system
-Rewritten Autopilot manual for clarity

MSFS 222B v3.0 – 9/29/2025

-Manual updated
-Added in sim checklist
-Added CowanSim Advanced Autopilot System
-Improved GPS/NAV1/2 switch behavior
-Changed GNS 530 to WT versions
-Added Autopilot System Manual to package
-Added Force Trim Release (FTR) and trim hat support
-Updated actuator indicators on main panel to show real AP control movements
-Fine tuned fuel flow to MR torque indication by charts
-Fine tuned aerodynamic drag to MR torque indication and airspeed charts
-Other flight model improvements
-Fixed erroneous aux tank valve activation code
-Removed doors from weight calculations for cross-simulator and multiplayer compatibility (add/remove click spots remain)
-Various bug fixes and performance improvements

MSFS 222B v2.2 – 5/30/2024

-SU15 governor code requirements updated to fix any governor issues.

-Minor camera edits and VR added.

MSFS 222B v2.0 – 2/23/2024

-For your convenience, a comprehensive manual has been provided, accessible online at https://cowansim.com/manuals-checklists/. We encourage you to peruse it as it addresses 90% of common queries, optimizing our support efficiency. In the event of any operational issues, rest assured that all discrepancies are either FPS-related or currently beyond the realm of possibility.

-Exciting enhancements have been made to the AirWolf livery, an ongoing collaborative project with Cpt AirWolf. Stay informed and engaged by visiting Cpt AirWolf’s YouTube channel for the latest updates and insights: https://youtube.com/@cptairwolf.

-All possible hardware bindings are fixed, and several were added. See the manual to learn how to map them all.

-Some important ones added:

-Throttles (see manual)

-Idle stops (see manual)

-Search light (see manual)

-Enhanced the search light beam intensity, cone, and range.

-Search light changed to “taxi” light to separate binding from landing lights.

-Fixed and confirmed the cyclic can be controlled/grabbed with VR controllers.

-The PMS GTN 650 & 750 and TDS GTNXi 650 & 750 were added as options. These are two different freeware and payware 3^rd party products that must be installed separately. Once installed they will show up and work.

-Persistence code was added to save your weight and balance, and options configuration after shutting down. So, when you load your next flight all your settings will be the same as your last flight.

-Fuel consumption is fixed to reflect real world usage.

-Auxiliary fuel system fixed. Auto will open the valve automatically when either tank is below 40 gal. Override will open the valve. Off the valve stays closed.

-Fixed the shadows in the cockpit.

-Fixed the floating flashing red light in front of the helicopter.

– Fixed animation of compass correction switch.

– Fixed governor imbalance between engines.

-FLT files adjusted and added.

-Trim speed changes were fixed.

-Added click spots to remove doors in addition to the weight and balance settings.

-Electrical enhanced.

-Systems enhanced.

-Camera views were added and fixed.

-Some of fixes to textures and modeling.

-TOT gauge code was added to make start and shut down a little more realistic.

-Recalibrated assistance options. (assisted tail rotor and cyclic)

-Added blender model to package for 3D painters.

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MSFS 222B v1.0.2 – 6/2/2023

• Fixed the assistance issues so now users can use the assistance options available for helicopters without issues.
• I still don’t know where the tiny red light blinking with the beacon light is coming from. It goes away when you turn off and back on the beacon lights though.

• Added several liveries and livery material fixes
• Fixed the vertical speed indicators
• Changed the HUD overlay format and fixed the overlapping issues
• Added some better camera views
• Several minor bug fixes

Thank you for the support,

Josh

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MSFS 222B v1.0 – Initial Release 5/19/2023

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