*** Please Check System Requirements prior to Purchasing *** *** It is strongly recommended to use this software with a dedicated joystick or R/C controller with a least 4 independent axes *** DESCRIPTION Learn to fly radio controlled (R/C) models with aerofly RC 8. When it comes to learning and improving R/C flying skills, aerofly RC 8 is the number one choice for R/C pilots. Our state of the art physics simulation gives you a stunning level of realism. Together with our superb model details and awesome scenery quality you will feel as if standing on a real flying field. You may choose from a wide variety of models, like aerobatic airplanes, helicopters, jets, gliders, scale models and quadrocopters. After practicing on aerofly RC 8, you’ll fly confidently and instinctively at the field. Many features and game-like competitions will test your piloting abilities that put real fun into your virtual flying! FEATURES • Choose from over 240 models and 54 different flying fields • 8 4D flying sceneries with adjustable conditions and suitable for follow mode flying • 46 high resolution photo sceneries with super crisp Retina Display support • Super realistic surface and water reflections • Scale your model up to two times bigger or smaller • Special radar window for improved orientation • Highly detailed aircraft with state of the art physics simulation • Stunning dynamics simulation for a realistic flight feeling • Set wind and time of day for challenging training conditions • Different model types: Quadrocopters, electric and gas powered airplanes, helicopters, gliders, jets, and scale models • Fly with friends all over the world in Multiplayer Mode. • Suitable for many R/C transmitters and joysticks • StickMover support SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Flying the R/C models: All models can be flown using the mouse and keyboard only. For the best experience, we strongly recommend to use a joystick or dedicated R/C controller with 4 axes. Supported graphic cards: • aerofly RC 8 is fully optimized for discrete graphic cards from AMD and NVIDIA • Integrated graphic cards are also fully supported, but some of the more complex 4D sceneries are not suitable OS: • macOS 10.14.2 Mojave (or higher) recommended • macOS 10.13.6 High Sierra • macOS 10.12.6 Sierra Supported Hardware: • iMac: iMacs with AMD-GPUs since end of 2011 • Mac Book Pro: all versions since 2013 • Mac Book Air: all versions since 2013 • Mac Mini: all versions since 2014 • Mac Book Retina: all versions since 2015 • eGPU: alle official eGPU-modules based on AMD-GPUs • Some of the more complex 4D-sceneries require a dedicated AMD or NVIDIA GPU
Best simulator for MAC
I have been using different RC simulators, this is the best simulator for MAC, the graphics looks fantastic even with my 3 years old Macbook Pro driving an external 4K display, and the physics are really realistic. Both my Radiomaster TX16S and VControl radio works with no noticeable latency.
United StatesNot very impressed.
I bought RC7 a couple of years ago, and used it for planes. Tried playing with helis a little but never got interested at the time. Recently went to the heli side of RC, and thought I would try this sim to learn. I have an older version of RF 5.5 on a PC, but their cheap controller is a joke. I prefer using my Spektrum DX6 Gen3 on a sim. I went to check for RC7 updates, and I was current with latest version. I thought I'd try the RC8 bundle upgrade. It has more aircraft options, and scenery options, but the camera options in RC8 are gone from the RC7 camera list. You no longer have the option for cockpit view, follow view, or side view. Very disappointed in this. Not sure if this problem might be from my graphics card, but during a “hard crash” the screen freezes, will not “reset” and all you hear is the motor trying to run. You have to “force quit” the app, then restart the app. this also didn’t happen with RC7 in the past. Also, when I set up a heli in the Advanced Controls, and I click on the SAVE button, I was counting on those settings being there the next time I use the app. They don't "stay" in your model for next time! This causes me to redo the settings each time. This is a PITA. I thought, OK, let’s "edit aircraft" and save them there. That sort of worked. But, when I create an edited aircraft, and switch from one "configuration" to another, the new configuration loses sound of the motor, and blade/thrust changes. You only hear the sound of when a crash occurs. The loss of the sound doesn't happen on all aircraft, but shouldn't happen at all. IMO So, I go back to RC7, start spending way too much time "testing" all these "differences" and trying to get this sim to work. It can't be changed there either. As with any app, there is no recourse for a refund. The vendors go deaf as soon as "the check cashes". Buyer beware ! Just sayin’…
United StatesWorks with M1 Mac Mini
I recently purchased a 2020 Mac Mini with 16GB of unified memory. It works perfectly with all graphics set to max. Except for one that is set to "insane." My mid 2015, 15" MacBook, base model, would work fine with the graphics settings at default. However, the cooling fan would maxed-out pretty quickly. And stay on for the duration of play.
United StatesWorks great w/ Spektrum DX6i via WS2000 Dongle
Just getting started with this simiulator, and it's been great so far. I can't write an in-depth review yet, but I did want to note that it absolutely does work with a DX6i controller. I saw another review to the contrary, but I went ahead and gave it a try anyway, and I've been very happy with it. I'm connecting the controller to my computer (MacBook Pro 15-inch, 2019, running Mojave) by using the Spektrum WS2000 wireless dongle. Not having to deal with a cord is a nice bonus.
United StatesDoes not work with my Spektrum DX6i R/C Conroller
Before purchasing Aerofly 8 (Mac) I contacted Aerofly to find out if my DX6i would work. The reply: "6/2/20 - Dear Sir, if you use #3031010 ($44.95 Amazon) in addition with adapter #31040 ($44.95 Amazon) you can use all 4 main functions and up to total 12 channels from you spektrum.” The result: After spending a total of $214.99 for Aerofly 8 plus the two recommend cables, plus several hours downloading, installing, troubleshooting and, communicating with Aerofly, I have a system that does not work with my DX6i as promised. Only 3 main functions and no channels are detected. In the early stages of lenghty email communications with Aerofly support as well as sending screen shots illustrating the problems I have encountered, Aerofly has apparently decided not to communicate with me any longer. They have not responded to my last two emails (June 16 and June 27). Bottom line: I have spent $214.99 for a program that does not perform as an R/C simulator using a recommended R/C controller. If you are looking for a very expensive video game which may or may not work with mouse, game controller, joystick and keyboard to fly a variety of R/C aircraft in a circle over a background image of various flying sites, this product may be for you. If you are looking for a R/C simulator, in my experience, it has been waste of money and time with no recourse to recover my costs.
United StatesWorks great!
Upgraded from RF7 to RF8. Works as expected. No frame rate issues, any only minor background tear on some 4d flights. Don't see that the VR is there just yet for Mac. Would be 5 star if we had the VR support like PC does...
United StatesTerrific Fun. Still Some Bugs.
I just bought this yesterday and am getting "settled in”. It is still a fun RC Simulator after all these years and changes. I cannot get it work perfectly with my old Ikarus Game Commander(I cannot get the throttle to idle without the planes taking off unless on grass) and have not yet tried it with my newer Ikarus interface and an actual transmitter. I have found that it works perfectly with my big screen TV. No flickers or other issues. There is one bug I have found so far - I cannot get English units to show up.
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