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The Gee Bee R3 Special is a concept modern racing aerobatic aircraft that has never been built as a real full-scale aircraft. It was designed by Italian designer Mirco Pecorari and features typical Gee Bee lines but is streamlined to be a modern hot-rod among Gee Bees. This Gee Bee R3 rendition is equipped with a custom Got Friends' Jimmy Doolittle Turbo NOS Injected engine, delivering 1000HP to 3 blades at a constant 2,700RPM. Designed to be used competitively in racing, she shreds through the skies with unprecedented speed and agility; giving you the ability to do knife edges, flick rolls, hammerheads, 9G turns, and way more! We have also crammed 75 Quarts (10-Minutes) of Nitrous Oxide (NOS) in the rear. Just like emergency boost provided in many WW2 Warbirds, you'll have the ability to ramp up your engine to an additional 25% performance increase to take lead and take 1st during any race! If you're looking for some extra flair, the Gee Bee R3 is equipped with multiple smoke canisters (Red, White, Orange, Blue, and Green), a Garmin 430/330 set that can be swapped out for the GTN 750 (PMS50 Mod Required), and automatic asymmetric speed-brake activation on the nose when you need to perform sharp turns or manual deployment for when you need it most.


HOW TO INSTALL:
  • Locate your Microsoft Flight Simulator installation folder.
  • You need to locate and open the folder named Community. 
  • Copy the "gotfriends-gb-r3-special" folder you just extracted to the Community folder.
  • Read the included Flight Manual for an in-depth look into all the aircraft features.
  • Start the game and your Gee Bee R3 Special will be sitting in your hanger ready to fly!
  • NEED HELP? Follow this Flightsim.to Tutorial

Flightsim.to, SimMarket & Official Microsoft Marketplace Release (Features):
  • Auto-Start Ignition Set & Fully Clickable Cockpit.
  • Custom Exterior Lights and Interior Annunciation Lights.
  • Nitrous Oxide (NOS) Boost and Quantity Gauge.
  • Smoke Switches with Multiplayer Compatibility (White, Red, Blue, Green, Orange).
  • Realistic Flight Model.
  • Landing Effects (Water, Rain, Dirt, Snow, Dry), Exhaust Effects, Combustion Effects, NOS Effects & Heating Effects.
  • 250 Kts (Max Speed) (+25% NOS Boost Increase).
  • 10 Original Liveries Included & 11 Community Liveries Included.

CREDITS:
  • Jonx: 3D Modeling and Coding
  • Got Gravel: Flight Model and Lighting Effects
  • twoseventyinc: Liveries and Textures
  • Mykrode: Additional 3D Modeling and Textures
  • Mirco Pecorari: Gee Bee R3 Designer
  • Makbeton: Initial Exterior 3D Model
  • Carlocestra285: Initial Gauge 3D Models
  • Touching Cloud: Visual Effects Library
  • PMS50: GTN 750 Compatibility Mod
  • Hanger 713: Livery (Mandarin)
  • TD68: Liveries (Stealth, The Cheif, Lucky 7, Reno Rocket, Crimson Star, Thunder Chicken)
  • ChunkyFlyer: Liveries (Archangel, Reaper)
  • MaHonY: Livery (53 Special)
  • AIRPAC1: Livery (Fireball)
  • Asobo/Microsoft: General Assets & SDK

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS & DOWNLOADS:
Latest Update: 2.1.0. (October 07, 2025)
- Fixed Major Flaw in the Avionics Master System Causing Freeze-Ups and Black Screens - Updated Various Coding for MSFS 2024 Forwards Compatibility - Overhauled and Fixed Multi-Color Smoke System in MSFS 2024 - Added Smoother Propeller Rotation Animation - Added WTT Compatibility with PMS50's GTN750 - Fixed Avionics Master Switch Functionality - Fixed Navigation Unit Breaker Functionality - Fixed Hundreds of Lines of Faulty Coding - Removed G-Meter from External HUD - Added Missing FLT files required for MSFS 2024

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Requirements

  • Windows PC. This product is not supported on Xbox.

Installation Method

Drag and Drop

Current Version

2.1.0. from October 07, 2025

Installation Size

3.08 GB

Download Size

942.22 MB

Changelogs

Update - 2.1.0. on October 07, 2025

- Fixed Major Flaw in the Avionics Master System Causing Freeze-Ups and Black Screens
- Updated Various Coding for MSFS 2024 Forwards Compatibility
- Overhauled and Fixed Multi-Color Smoke System in MSFS 2024
- Added Smoother Propeller Rotation Animation
- Added WTT Compatibility with PMS50's GTN750
- Fixed Avionics Master Switch Functionality
- Fixed Navigation Unit Breaker Functionality
- Fixed Hundreds of Lines of Faulty Coding
- Removed G-Meter from External HUD
- Added Missing FLT files required for MSFS 2024

Update - 2.0.8. on November 22, 2024

- Updated Various Coding for MSFS 2024 Forwards Compatibility
- Note: Smoke Effects are Currently Incompatible with MSFS 2024

Update - 2.0.7. on December 09, 2023

- Optimized 3D Model with New Exporter
- Fixed Multiplayer Pink HTML Screens
- Removed .FLT Files Not Needed
- Updated Flight Model
- Updated Engine Model
- Updated Ground Handling
- Updated Airbrakes with Custom Physics
- Updated Localization File
- Updated Effects Fallbacks
- Added ATC Callout Voice Fix
- Added Working Title WT430 Compatibility
- Added GTN/GNS Switch (Swap Navigation Packages)
- Integrated GTN-750 WTT into Aircraft
- Added Navigation Option Persistence
- Phased Out GTN-750 & Unofficial Edition Standalone Packages
- Unofficial Edition is No Longer Officially Supported Due to 3D Model Constraints
- Updated Manifest to Latest Version

Update - 2.0.4. on April 26, 2023

- Flight Model Fine Tuned
- Computational Fluid Dynamics Updated
- Added NOS Boost Engine Combustion Requirement
- Fixed Wet Compass Issue (Reversed Texture)
- Amp/Volt Switch changed to Amp/Volt Button
- Added 430/330 Avionics Circuits
- Incorporated GTN750 and GTNXI Coding into Aircraft
- New GTN750 and GTNXI UNR Replacement Packages Available for Download
- Added PMS GTN750 Augmented Autopilot Support (Available in Utilities Menu in GTN750)
- New Unofficial Edition Replacement Package Available for Download
- Updated Marketplace Data
- Submitted New Update to Microsoft for In-Game Marketplace Ingestion

https://www.got-friends.com/pages/replacement-add-ons

Update - 2.0.3. on December 14, 2022

- Fixed Start-Up Combustion Issues
- Fixed Cold Start Issues after SU11

Update - 2.0.1. on April 15, 2022

** Minor Update to 2.0.1. **
- Fixed Vibration Master Warning Issue (Force Feedback Controllers)
- Fine Tuned Engine (More Stability) (Better Prop Physics)
- Adjusted Right Roll Issue (No Constant Roll on Modern Profile)

"Note: You will still experience slow roll to the right depending on your throttle power due to Torque... This is normal."

Update - 2.0 on April 14, 2022

**Version 2.0.0. Changlog:**

- New 3D Model with Proper Scale.
- Fully VR Compatible.
- Cleaned up 3D Model for Better FPS.
- Completely New Flight Model.
- New Custom 1000HP Engine.
- Max Speed + Boost Over 260 kts.
- Increased NOS Capacity to 10 Minutes.
- High Quality Texture Additions (4K).
- Added Ingame Checklist.
- Added G-Meter Lightbar.
- Moved NOS Gauge.
- Increased NOS Power.
- Added NOS Flame Effect.
- Added NOS Sound Effects.
- Added Low Flyby Effects.
- Added Combustion Effects.
- Added New Red Panel Light (Fixed Leakage).
- Added Circuit Breaker Functionality.
- Fully Native Coding.
- Changed Light Colors.
- Added Super Marine Livery.
- Added Nightime Gauge Emmisives.
- Fixed Tire Animations.
- Boost Hotkey on "Emergency Power".
- Clickable Throttle.
- Fine Tuned Engine Start-Up.
- New Sounds in Interior.
- Re-Written Electrical Systems.
- New Camera Views.
- New Thumbnails.
- Disabled Master Alarm (Vibration Issue) for Xbox.
- Add NOS Compatibility for Xbox.
- Panel Collision for VR Zoom.
- Added Propeller Braking.
- Added Blank Dashboard Photo to Default 3D Model so Livery Artists can customize it and add one of their own.
- Added Jennifer Connolly Photo to Rocketeer #4 and #5 Liveries.
- Removed GTN750 for Compatibility Issues.
- GTN 750 Replacement Package is available on Flightsim.to
- GTN 750 WTT Replacement Package is available on Flightsim.to

Update - 1.0.4. on December 04, 2021

Version 1.0.4. Changelog:
- Added Official Xbox Support (Available on the Marketplace).
- Added Official Marketplace Support.
- Added Cross-Play Support between Flightsim.to, SimMarket, and In-Game Versions.
- Removed VR Ready Sub-Model until we find a permanent solution.
- Uploaded a VR Ready Livery to Flightsim.to (Freeware) as a temporary solution.
- Fixed Default Pilot not showing Issue.
- Fixed SU7 Smoke Issues.
- Fixed SU7 Animation Issues.
- Fixed SU7 Switch Issues.
- Fixed SU7 Display Issues.

Update - 1.0.3. on October 31, 2021

Gee Bee R3 Official Update (1.0.3)(SU6 Compatible)
- Updated Smoke System (SU6)
"Special Thanks to Touching Cloud"
- Improved Flight Model (SU6)
- Updated model .xmls (Xbox Matching)

Update - 1.0.2. on September 23, 2021

This is the Official MSFS Marketplace Update (Will be Available in-game soon!)
- Added 11 Community Liveries to Package (Also VR Ready)
"Please thank TD68, ChunkyFlyer, AIRPAC1, Hanger 713 and MaHonY for their hard work!"
- Removed 3rd Party Branding/Logos from all Liveries
- Removed "The Rocketeer" Sub-Model due to Branding
- Optimized for Xbox Series S|X and PC
- Fixed Reversed Rudder Pedal Animation
- Optimized VR Ready Model
- Updated Flight Model
- Made Minor Camera Adjustments
- Fixed Choppy Propeller Animation

Update - 1.0.1 on September 09, 2021

VR Compatibility Mod:
- Removed VR Sub-Model from Base Package.
- Created a Separate VR Compatibility Model.
- Includes all Liveries and Rocketeer Sub-Model.
- Moved VR Pilot deeper into Seat.

3D Model:
- Added Clickable Spoiler Handle (Back-Side of Yoke).
- Changed Annunciation Lights to Amber.
- Added NOS Active Light (Above NOS Switch).
- Fixed Flickering Panel Light.
- Moved ALT/BAT switches so not blocked by Parking Brake.

Coding:
- NOS Red Guard will also turn OFF NOS when Closed.
- Fixed Annunciation Light Visibility when Power is Off.
- Fixed Pilot Nodes (Pilot Visibility Fixed for All Models).
- Fixed Pitot Heat Hover Information.
- Fixed Payload Screen showing "?" for Pilot Weight.
- Fixed Attitude Backup Calibration (Default Position).
- Fixed Ammeter Power Drain when Power is Off.
- Fixed Master Warning and Master Caution Coding.

Textures:
- Added NOS Annunciation Text.
- Fixed Fuel Quantity Gauge.
- Fixed Various Comp Issues.

Flight model:
- Added 10% More Brake Power.
- Refined Rudder Control.
- Improved Roll Characteristics.
- Increased VNE to 250 Knots.
- Fixed Tail Wagging at High Speeds.
- Improved Knife Edge Control.
- Overall Stability Enhancements.

Sound:
- Overspeed Alarm Activates at 250 Knots.
- Tweaked Various Sound Levels.

Camera:
- Slight Improvements to Several Camera Views.

Initial File Release on August 31, 2021

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53 Reviews
Stwutter
1 years ago

MSFS24 update - how do I get in the plane (without spawning on the RWY)? SHIFT-C doesn't work as it's not a stock plane, and there's no click spot.

38group
2 years ago

Pretty quick,that's why I love the air brake when on final!!

Havner
3 years ago

There is one thing missing to make this a perfect plane (besides unrealistically good performance in regard to turn radius and being able to keep speed in tight turns, but those I actually like):Being able to open a canopy after landing :-D I'd love you to add that.

bravetoss
4 years ago

Nice fun aircraft for sightseeing and some aerobatics (it has insane maneuverability and good speed, watchout for G-force blackouts! :-) Recommended

redfrogg
4 years ago

What a fantastic little plane to fly. I'm a little addicted to this plane LOL. The upgrades you just completed are "most excellent" . . thank you

SparkySven
4 years ago

They did forget to update "manifest.json" file so so you will need to edit it yourself and put correct version there so you see it in addon linker correctly as V2.0.1.

Apologies, we missed that in the hotfix for version 2.0.1

Ronald1302
4 years ago

I was hesitant to buy it, and only bought it to support this superb team, but it has become among my favorite aircraft to fly/mess with!

TakeToTheSkies
4 years ago

Amazing aircraft to fly. To make the review a full 5 stars, please add in custom wwise engine sounds, not from default aircraft.

Awesome feedback! However, we are wondering where we can record sounds as this is a concept aircraft. Regardless, we opted for the Extra 330 soundpack as it is the same engine used in the Gee Bee R3.

paulhannover
4 years ago

i flew ith through the alps yesterday with a friend and it was so great. also, i made my first ever -90fpm stall-warning-3-point-landing without a single bounce and i was so happy that i almost cried :)Best performance for price that anyone can make for VFR messing around in multiplayer.. especially with the smoke (that the other one weirdly only sees mostly but not always, even if he is in the same plane)..the applications are countlesstouch and go on the Burj-Al-Arab Helipad, cover Burj Khalia in a spiral of smoke like an xmas tree, fly inverted below bridges, this plane does it all..thanks again jonx and team!

Thank you for the kind review!

- Jonx

makattack
4 years ago

Love the model! Just tried it for the first time in VR and thought "wow! the developers really kept with the RC scale model concept! I love it!" Then kind of sad to realize it was not on purpose and there's a separate VR livery. I downloaded it, but I think I like the RC scale version -- makes me think I'm in a FPV RC GeeBee!

Louis_Vervaeke
4 years ago

I rarely review things or give them a score, but this time I felt obliged to do so, Being really impressed by what "got friends" released for free, I decided to give them some support and buy their first payware product! I can absolutely recommend this airplane, it flies really great, and have been loving and flying it all the time since I bought it! you can't go any better for the price !!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND !!!

JollyGreen
4 years ago

Fun little aircraft

CaptainAS007
4 years ago

Yea, no smoke with SU6 and with the V 1.0.2. Great plane! Hope to see he smoke working again soon!!

Working hard on this next update. I'm pleased to say smoke is going to work again, thanks for your patience and we are aiming to get this update out as soon as possible.

Sensei930
4 years ago

Buenos dias buena gente, no puedo activar el humo de colores en esta maravilla de avión, le doy a los botones de smoke y no sale humo de color por ningún lado. No se si estoy haciendo algo mal o si tengo que activar algún interruptor mas para poder disfrutar de las estelas de color. " I need support " alguien me puede ayudar con esto ? Gracias y un saludo

Este es el único informe de este problema. Elimine todos los archivos de Gee Bee R3 de su carpeta comunitaria, vuelva a descargarlos y coloque los nuevos archivos en la carpeta comunitaria. Esta característica debería funcionar muy bien.

slimsegi
5 years ago

I liked the Vertigo, now I love the Gee Bee. It's my favorite plane in the game. Amazing STOL performances thanks to the speed brakes coupled with good engine power. I want more paywares from Got Friends and Got Gravel - I'll be queuing to be the first one to buy them.

pingnz
5 years ago

I bought this plane to show my support for the Got Friends (and to recognise their past achievements). Then I became hooked on a great aircraft.

TheDrafter
5 years ago

This is the most fun plane I've ever flown, and for sure best value for the money. Very responsive and fast. The speedbreak is great for...well not overspeeding, and a must when landing. It's awesome for sightseeing or just swooping in and out between the clouds.Great work Got Fiends!

Our pleasure!

hartbreak1
5 years ago

Loving this plane, I'm confused about the new update, do the livery changes also apply to the version here? If so, is there a way to make the original branded liveries as a separate replacement download on this site? I really love those and will be sad to see the branding go.

Basically, it's too complex to create a Marketplace version of this aircraft as well as a 3rd party vendor version. It's too much workload and checks to ensure they both always stay up to date with bug fixes. So since the In-Game marketplace version couldn't have any branding, we decided to strip branding from it and just maintain a single package to make development in the future faster and more efficient.

Tomorrow after work, I plan on releasing a Gee Bee R3 (Recycled) add-on just for flightsim.to, this will include 3 separate community folder drag n drops of the removed content. We will make a Texaco Livery Package, Gulf Oil Package, and the original "Rocketeer" 2-Bladed sub-model as Freeware. That way anyone can download and choose which folders they want to place in their community folder. The 2 original liveries (If placed in the community folder) will overwrite the existing in version 1.0.2.

This is the best solution to ensure everyone who wants these branded liveries and Disney "Rocketeer" content outside official Asobo purchases in-game can do so and still have the lost content. It's also safer for us to sell fictional branding and release official branding as Freeware like you already see with the Gee Bee R3 Coca Cola, Monster, and Red Bull liveries.

caaront
5 years ago

I love this plane, I can do almost flawless aerobatics in it, any flaws are on my part, lol. I can do a nice Lomcevak with almost 2 somersaults, need to work on it, but this plane is very controllable. I can hop n any airplane, default or pay ware and point it toward the ground and recover, but the default aerobatic planes over the last couple of updates in MSFS have been sometimes uncontrollable after nosing down more than about 30% for me, I do not know why. But this plane fills my aerobatics needs.I found that with the speed brakes I can even fly out of short grass fields. It is awesome. As a matter of fact I am going to shoot and airshow type video out of the pay ware Johnson Creek airport in the sim, 3U2.It is in the mountains of Idaho, beside a creek with mountains and tall fir trees all around, and set up like a fly in with tents out by the planes and everything.This planes gets in and out fine and can do Lomcevaks and Hammerheads all day there between the tall mountains, it will be spectacular.Thank you developers, keep it up.

Thank you for your wonderful review and we look forward to giving you further updates and more aircraft in the future! Excited to see that video as well!

MajorTinz
5 years ago

I'm confused by the amount of "angry" ratings ... it is utterly superb! Amazing fun, and one way to say thank you if you enjoy the free Vertigo.

From most feedback via email or Discord. The angry ratings are in response to it being a payware product on FlightSim.to, they just want it to stay Freeware. That's not how either one of us grow, and we are honored to be part of FlightSim.to's growth plan.

craigr
5 years ago

Bought this today to use round my Orbx Brisbane river run course today. What a blast this thing flies so nice round the course, bargain.

We've been flying there a lot as well lately, what a blast that run!

Bellie
5 years ago

1.) Read the manual! I just tried to fly without at least glancing the manual and my first flight had been a disaster :-). Especially the chapter about flaps is, eh, very revealing.2.) Air brakes are mandatory! Bind them to an easy accessible key and landing will become MUCH more easy.Fly low and fast for most fun (and sweat).If you like the free Gotgravel planes this plane should not disappoint you.

Thanks Bellie :-)

taronov
5 years ago

Now THAT'S what I call a keeper! Well done guys for a job amazingly done! The plane is so much fun to fly, highly maneuverable but I wish for a couple of things (hopefully the team will get to that): First, a checklist can be nice (though it's really intuative, but maybe for those that have trouble with taildraggers ). Another wish is for a better sound for the engine. Thanks again!

Which sound would you prefer? Our issue with this aircraft is that it is purely a concept aircraft. A lot of people have been asking for custom sounds. We understand that concern, but also we only have RC sounds to work with hahaha

spanner76
5 years ago

not bad at all! can you make a retractable landing gear version?

Thanks :-) A retractable gear is not possible with the structure the Gee Bee has. Wings have to be thin and light, hence the cabling. Many aerobatic aircraft for that reason do not have retractable gears.

seagull_58
5 years ago

YESSSS!!! I liked this bird. I feel it made only for me. AeroHuligan. )

Haha maybe it was! Thanks for the support!

Manu5ahau
5 years ago

This plane i love. A joy to fly! thank you so much to bringing this great concept plane in the sim.I have one question: As much as i love to turn some G"s it also flies really well in straigth lines. i have a bunch of insim friends and most of the time we fly GA in group. Nothing fancy just following a simple flight plan and enjoy the surroundings and chat.I would love to take the Gee Bee on trips like these. Would it be possible to implement a simple Autopilot that i can use with the Logitech multipanel. I see that the autopilot is in the systems.cfg file but not functional in sim.Just HDG/NAV and ALThold would be enough. THX again for this bird.Hope to hear about my question.

In the meantime, you may edit engines.cfg and set DisableAutopilotControls to 0. This will enable autopilot controls so your external equipment can work with it.

Goochie
5 years ago

Oh yeah this thing is fun, but the pilot seems to have jumped out! Is there some button to activate this? Also I noticed on an earlier Youtube review there was a nice keyring with someone's photo. That looked really cool. I was a bit dissapointed there wasn't at least a rabbits foot or something hanging off the keys. Looking forward to seeing how this little pocket rocket develops.I have noticed some developers slow down quickly after release date and move to newer projects, presumably to generate more sales. Community devs don't have such concerns so their interest does not fade. Look at FlyByWire for example. If you want community support don't forget your roots.

Ah yes, we are still working very hard on our already released Freeware and plan on adding more and more to this little gem as time continues. Thanks for the great feedback, the pilot issue should be fixed for the next update, for now, go to options -> extra-> change your Pilot Model from default to Pilot 1 or something, as long as it's not Default. Then restart your flight.

Taildraggin68
5 years ago

One word...Outstanding. The epitome of visualization of a concept aircraft. Talent from the entire team and just a blast to fly. Thank you.

Many thanks!

lamer
5 years ago

Wow this plane is fantastic one of my favorite plane very good job i hope you will make a nother plane .

Thanks and yes, more aircraft are in the pipeline :-)

VimFuego
5 years ago

Happy to support the devs if the quality is this good going forward. I would have bought it anyway to support the free offerings I've already put serious time into. Looking forward to future projects.

Thank you and more is indeed on the way!

Murdoch214
5 years ago

Amazing little plane! So fun to fly, superb quality, and even good as a regular GA run about, not just aerobatics! :) Not too difficult to handle either. Its quite friendly!

A big smile from us :-)

FLAMIN_FENIX
5 years ago

MASSIVELY impressed with this plane! outstanding value IMO. flys amazing, awesome fun! the close up detail is superior!good job guys!

Nice you zoomed in a bit ... so many tiny details to enjoy :-)

Newdeclic
5 years ago

Bravo very good achievement, I do not regret my purchase. https://youtu.be/yL5AzuXKIXA

:-) Enjoyed your video

Lower41
5 years ago

What a fun and capable aeroplane to fly in the sim.Whilst I understand that it is not a production aircraft, it has been so well created by the team, that I believe all those interested should give it a go. After all the sim is a sim, not real flying.Loved your previous free aeroplanes. Happy to pay for this one and support your future developments.

Thank you so much. We put so much effort into making this aircraft feel like a full scale product. Your feedback is wonderful to hear.

AyKayORG
5 years ago

Outstanding work! Was an instant purchase for me. Love it! Is there a Paintkit?

Link is in the description. Yes there is :)


https://flightsim.to/file/19877/gee-bee-r3-special-paint-kit

TickTak
5 years ago

Love the new plane, you had my at The Rocketeer Livery! And thank you for all your other freeware as well. Really enjoy the Savage, Vertigo and Edgley!

Thanks TickTak!

jonit
5 years ago

WOW this is just a fantastic airplane, big thumps up, greak work. Hope we se a lot more aircrafts from Gotfriends... Well you certainly got a friend in me, and my money to :-)Just one little wish, it seems for me that the cockpit VR scale is off to the small end? But maybe it depends on wich headset you are using? Mine is an HP reverb G2, and it takes away some of the immersion when it feels like a "Baby" Bee Gee.

This is an issue we are working hard on. It's a world scale issue and hopefully we get Asobo Support. PLAYING IN VR requires you to select the VR Ready livery at aircraft selection screen. This will, for now, address the scaling issue you're having.

drroly
5 years ago

Firstly, this is a great little aircraft. Low level canyon runs in this thing are epic. The only real negative I have are the sounds, which I think are the stock Extra 330 sounds from Asobo. I know it's not an expensive mod, but there are similar-priced aircraft with custom sounds.It seems very easy to fly - maybe too easy? Control inputs that would stall or spin the Extra and Pitts don't on the R3, but maybe that's how it should be. Not really a big deal though as it's such a blast to fly.Edit: I hope this doesn't read as too negative. The sound stands out because it's just OK and everything else about the R3 is really good.

Thanks for your feedback! Very much appreciated.

Custom sounds are definitely in the picture for future aircraft or updates, but currently are beyond our scope. They take a lot of effort to do well and good quality sounds are expensive to come by. We would not settle for sub-standard...it's just not us. They would certainly raise the price.

As for stall limits, they are highly accurate for the Gee Bee and aerodynamically sound. You can pull the G's you are expected to pull at given speeds for an aerobatic aircraft as well. Also keep in mind the wing's elliptical, which is a highly efficient shape, just like a Spitfire wing. It glides exceptionally well with very low parasitic drag. The Extra wing is rectangular...less efficient but it provides a higher roll rate.

All in all the Gee Bee is an entirely different animal from the Extra or the Pitts. But an animal it is!

quelcertoleo
5 years ago

impressive release.love the flight model, astonished by the propeller drag, spins and overall feel of the plane.excellent work from a long time carbon and grravel user.ps: jennifer connelly is a nice touch.

Thank you! :-)

MF303
5 years ago

Great aircraft for aerobatics/racing, very nice quality and features and flies nicely too. very enjoyable!

Glad you're enjoying Gee Bee!

HaulWithPaul
5 years ago

Appreciate all the free work you've done. Haven't even taken the new bird up yet. I'm sure I'll be thrilled. Thanks for all your hard work and time invested. Cheers!

Ambivrt
5 years ago

Instant buy! The Got Gravel Planes are easily my most used planes in the sim, and even if this turns out to be a duck, I am thrilled to support the developers! Great work all of you!!

Thanks for your support and kind words!

Strykai
5 years ago

The Gee Bee R3 Special is a very fun little racer to zoom around in. It's easy to control and a joy to fly. It also has a good number of liveries and an official paint kit that you can download separately. I'm happy to support the Got Friends Team; they have shared much with the MSFS community with their freeware. I'm very satisfied with my purchase and highly recommend this craft if you enjoy racing around the skies!

Thank you for your kind words!

Ginger_playz
5 years ago

AMAZING plane for 15 dollars great buy! Congrats on the successful launch :)!

Thanks Ginger! :-)

FndrStrat06
5 years ago

This is awesome! Glad I could support the development!

RDingo
5 years ago

GotFriends - I just set the Model to "VR" in all the liveries and now all are gorgeous in VR. Even when not in VR, it still is beauty with the VR model. Unless there is some downside (they all seem to work great), I like just making them all the VR model instead of swapping textures in and out of the "VR Optimized" livery slot by changing the Texture. So now my new favorite airplane! Tip o' the hat for such a gorgeous subject and 5 stars! Highly recommended to anyone who likes the exotic but old planes with the modern conveniences! The smoke is pure beautiful gravy!

We had to Remodel the VR Interior to work without World Scale, glad you found a solution :) Hopefully soon Asobo adds more support and fixes will not be needed!

SerenaFrank
5 years ago

We knew already that you guys are really good, but with this one, you really did just an amazing job. The plane is just a blast to fly, I'm a VR pilot and believe me only Gs, vibrations and odors are missing, it's incredibly immerssive, the aircraft handles beautifuly. This plane is a masterpiece, thank you for your great job (as usual)

It's truly great to hear you're enjoying Gee Bee so much!

pilote768
5 years ago

So glad it's finally out ! First payware aircraft that I bought for MSFS and after only an hour of test flight : wow it flies well ! What a pleasure to have this pocket rocket in the sim, thanks guys !

Wow the first one, we're honoured! :-)

wernerb
5 years ago

very nice work :)please insert a pilot figure. thank you very much.can you also work on other aerobatic aircrafts like the great Sbach Xtremeair 342 Private D-EIXA?

Loulou90
5 years ago

superbe travail je le conseille au amateure de voltige continuer comme sa tres beau travail

Danni
5 years ago

Love the Gee Bee, so fun to fly

SuperSixBravo44
5 years ago

Congratulations.

DaRadicalCavy
5 years ago

Absolutely amazing work from the Got friends team! The flight model is really well done and handle amazingly. Really unique in design and love the air breaks functionality. The smoke works really well to allow you to quickly swap between each of the beautify make smoke colours. The cockpit view takes a bit of adjusting for me and it can be a bit hard to read some of the instruments but none of it takes away from the fun and a bit of practice will have mastered. One of the best aircraft in the sim once learn to handle and the price is just unbelievably low for the quality so would highly recommend getting not only because this is an absolute blast to fly but to support a group of devs who have given us so much amazing free products over the first year and promised many more.

Thank you so much!

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