Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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Out of curiosity, where did you find/locate the serial number for your sim when you looked it up? We found one and are trying to figure out what we need for it.

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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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I used Aviatek G1000 screens. The are a bit more $$ than the competition however, they were my only option being an OEM panel. The Aviatek is an exact replica 1:1 of the Garmin. The quality and feel is exact. Yes, Aviatek now makes the DA42 trainer. I’ve worked with Bartosz on several occasions providing him with measurements and details.
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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PlanelyObvious wrote: Wed Nov 16, 2022 10:21 pm Out of curiosity, where did you find/locate the serial number for your sim when you looked it up? We found one and are trying to figure out what we need for it.

Thanks!
I found the serial number on the back side of the panel. You'll have to remove the glare shield and pull the panel out. Mine also came with paperwork and a FAA cert label. The serial number was included on the label.
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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dahoff wrote: Sun Aug 07, 2022 3:28 am Dying to know where things are at on this project. I'm a new student pilot training in a DA40 NG and came to the board looking for desktop simulator setups for folks flying Diamonds. Clearly, this setup is on another level, but I a) need to know if you got this working, and b) would love an opportunity to check it out; as ironically, I am also in Winter Garden, FL :)
dahoff,

I finished the simulator in Feb 2022. I have roughly 200 hours in it, but have neglected to post updates here on DAN. I've documented the build on IG. DA42SIM. DM me and I'll give you my contact info so we can setup time for you to come check it out.
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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Update on the DA42SIM. I finished the project roughly nine months ago and have 200 hours logged since. I've added VATSIM ATC which is a live controller service.
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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Wow! The commitment, dedication and attention to detail on this fantastic salvage / restoration / build project is utterly brilliant! What fantastic work - and what an incredible result. Hugely impressed, I take my hat off to you sir! Bravo!
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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DiamondRob wrote: Mon Jan 02, 2023 1:17 pm Wow! The commitment, dedication and attention to detail on this fantastic salvage / restoration / build project is utterly brilliant! What fantastic work - and what an incredible result. Hugely impressed, I take my hat off to you sir! Bravo!
Thank you DiamondRob, I appreciate your kind words.
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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In order to organize the wires, I used 15 pin connectors to mate the panel with the plane. I reinforced with aluminum and laser cut polycarbonate for the plug cutouts.
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Re: Purchased a DA 42 Simulator

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Each wire is labeled with printable heat shrink tubing. All connecters were given a letter and number system. I made diagrams to help diagnose any errors that may occur in the future.
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