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Discover the Rara-Avis Sims Zippy Sport, a unique aircraft based on the VW variant with a history dating back to 1983. This Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 add-on features custom PBR textures, detailed 3D model, custom animations, and six different liveries to choose from, among other enhancements. Fly this vintage "Sport Plane" and experience its handling and speeds up to 120 mph.

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Ed Fisher first designed the Zippy Sport, which was officially introduced in 1983 as a participant in the Dupont/Western Flyer design contest, and was marketed through Fishercraft.
 
It is not the design prototype, but rather, the “proof of  plans” aircraft. This “Sport Plane” was identified as an ARV, (Air Recreational Vehicle). At that time, designer, Ed Fisher flew the Zippy with a Cuyuna 430 dual carb engine, and a Winters 2:1 planetary gearbox.  Over the next couple of years  a full VW 1200 driving from the heavy end was fitted. Through, much of 1986, the aircraft was VW powered, while “debugging” flights took place.
 
Green Sky Adventures had been interested in the Zippy's development from the early stages. By 1986, the Rotax Service Center was in serious need of a test platform with a broad speed range to explore the effects of variable loads on small engines in general, and Rotax 2-strokes, in particular.  A deal was struck with Ed Fisher, and by late fall of that year, Green Sky Adventures were flying a Rotax 503 powered Zippy Sport, enjoying its handling and speeds to 120 mph.

This Add-on is based on the VW variant.

Features

  • For Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 only
  • Custom PBR textures
  • 3D propeller blur
  • Detailed 3D model
  • Uses MSFS pilots
  • 3D gauges
  • 3D wing ribs
  • Custom camera positions
  • Paint kit (TIF format with layers)
  • Windscreen icing effect
  • Custom animations
  • Six different liveries (four are fictional)*
  • Custom plexiglass texture
  • Custom decals
  • Tyre smoke and dust FX
  • Custom door animation
  • Animated landing gear suspension
  • Uses default MSFS 2020 glass gauges
  • Custom checklist
  • Windscreen rain FX
Latest Update: 1.2 (October 16, 2023)
Added GPS tablet Added a new model for different livery's Re-worked texture layout (old liveries not compatible) Added AO to textures Added sounds Changed engine sound Added FSRealistic profile to their cloud New and updated livery's Updated some model parts to higher detail Updated checklist Added two magneto switches Added side prop blur Added Ukulele in rear luggage area New seat model Added detail map to textures Fully VR compatible Startup smoke Correct magnetic compass reading Tweaked flight model New door animation with conditions Added scratches to gauge glass

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Requirements

  • Windows PC. This product is not supported on Xbox.
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020

Installation Method

Drag and Drop

Current Version

1.2 from October 16, 2023

Installation Size

887 MB

Download Size

523.79 MB

Changelogs

Update - 1.2 on October 16, 2023

Added GPS tablet
Added a new model for different livery's
Re-worked texture layout (old liveries not compatible)
Added AO to textures
Added sounds
Changed engine sound
Added FSRealistic profile to their cloud
New and updated livery's
Updated some model parts to higher detail
Updated checklist
Added two magneto switches
Added side prop blur
Added Ukulele in rear luggage area
New seat model
Added detail map to textures
Fully VR compatible
Startup smoke
Correct magnetic compass reading
Tweaked flight model
New door animation with conditions
Added scratches to gauge glass

Update - 1.1 on February 22, 2022

Replaced Iron cross with Maltese cross

Initial File Release on February 17, 2022

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5 Reviews
fStopper
3 years ago

I bought this plane a few days after it came out but never reviewed it. It is a real to fly. The flight model is interesting, the model is good, the instrument panel is well done. As Flying_Junk says, it makes more sense (and a better flight experience) to alias a Rotax engine to it. Other than that, it is a great addon and a no brainer to buy.

Flying_Junk
4 years ago

Quirky, easy to fly, surprisingly speedy and nicely modelled. Sounds are aliased to the stock Savage Cub - I thought these were a bit beefy so changed the alias in the aircraft.cfg to point at the FlightDesignCT. In real life these things seem to have a little VW or Rotax engine and I think it's a better match. Still and all, the Zippy Sport is great value and a lot of fun.

Lukaspflight
4 years ago

Perfect plane for sightseeing. It grows on you as you fly it. Great job!

Megadyptes
4 years ago

Seems I can't leave a rating without leaving a comment so here's a comment!Nice unique little GA plane at a good price.

WartedSummer2
4 years ago

This is a cool little plane - simple and straightforward. The flight model feels good; turns and stalls behave like you would expect. Takeoffs and landings are a breeze. Just be careful to manage your speed on approaches. In terms of the model, the developers created a handsome reproduction of a not-so-handsome airplane (in my opinion). If airplanes were animals, this one would be an aardvark! Details are modeled beautifully down to the nuts and bolts. It is perfect for cruising around and checking out scenery in the sim.

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