Fs2004 - Captain Sim Legendary C-130 Pro May 2026
The C-130 Pro punishes the "Ctrl+E" crowd. Here is the condensed startup sequence you actually need:
Common Bug: In FS9, if you load the "Cold & Dark" panel state, the landing gear handle might still show "Down" even when hydraulics are off. Always cycle the gear handle after engine start to reset the model.
Absolutely—but with caveats.
Buy this if: You are a vintage sim collector, a C-130 fanatic, or a flight simmer who refuses to leave FS2004 because of its stability and library of freeware scenery. You also need patience; this is not a "jump in and fly" plane. You will spend 20 minutes starting it. FS2004 - Captain Sim Legendary C-130 Pro
Avoid this if: You expect 4K textures, volumetric cockpit lighting, or MSFS-style ground handling. The Captain Sim C-130 Pro was state-of-the-art in 2005. In 2026, it is a museum piece—but a beautifully preserved one.
The keywords here are Legendary and Pro. Captain Sim offered two versions: the standard “Legendary C-130” and the “Pro” expansion. The Pro variant is what serious simmers seek. It includes:
Visually, even by 2025 standards, the external model holds up. The rivet lines on the fuselage, the stressed metal skin over the wheel sponsons, and the iconic AN/APN-147 radar nose cone are all accurately modeled. Captain Sim famously used real Lockheed blueprints, and it shows. The virtual cockpit (VC) is where the “Pro” badge earns its keep—every switch, lever, and annunciator panel is clickable and animated. The C-130 Pro punishes the "Ctrl+E" crowd
Flying the default FS2004 King Air or 737-400 teaches you basic aviation. Flying the C-130 Pro teaches you systems management.
The Engines (Allison T56-A-15 Turboprops): Unlike a jet, the T56 requires constant babysitting. The Pro model simulates the negative torque sensing (NTS) system, beta range propellers, and the infamous “hot start” if you introduce fuel too early. The soundset—recorded from actual Herks—captures the gut-churning howl of the turboprop at high RPM. You don’t just push throttles; you manage torque, ITT (Interstage Turbine Temperature), and RPM independently.
The Electrical & Hydraulic Systems: You cannot fly this plane without a pre-flight checklist. The AC and DC generators have to be synchronized. The hydraulic pressure for the flaps, landing gear, and cargo ramp is separate from the brake accumulator. Simmers who skip the cold-and-dark startup are missing 80% of the experience. The Pro model will punish you: forget to open the intercooler doors on a hot day, and you’ll cook the #3 engine on climb-out. Common Bug: In FS9, if you load the
The Pressurization & Cargo Door: The cargo ramp is a masterpiece of animation. With the Pro version, you can open the rear door on the ground or in flight (fatal if you forget to depressurize first). Using the built-in payload manager, you can load a Humvee, pallets of supplies, or 64 static paratroopers. The center of gravity shifts visibly as you unload—a feature few FS9 add-ons dared to implement.
The C-130 Pro uses a vintage Sperry autopilot. It does not fly like a Boeing 737.
Pro Workaround: The "HDG Select" knob is finicky. Use your mouse wheel slowly—clicking too fast will spin it randomly.
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