Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Mission - Blackhawk
DLC
RELEASED
Dec 31, 2007
PC (Microsoft Windows)byAbacus Software•First Class Simulations
Part of: Microsoft Flight Simulator X
Overview:|
This 2007 DLC for Microsoft Flight Simulator X enhances the base simulator by adding specialized rotorcraft, requiring the core game to run. You gain access to multiple variants of the Black Hawk family (including Pavehawk, Seahawk, and Jayhawk models) across various military and SAR liveries. Gameplay centers on six new structured missions, such as "Coast Guard Rescue," utilizing these new helicopters within the existing flight simulation framework. It focuses on adding specific aircraft and scenario-based challenges rather than introducing new core mechanics.
This downloadable content package, released in late 2007 for the PC version of Microsoft Flight Simulator X, significantly expands the helicopter simulation experience within the base program. It functions as an unofficial add-on, requiring the core Microsoft Flight Simulator X installation to operate. The focus of this expansion is squarely on introducing a diverse roster of specialized military and search-and-rescue rotorcraft, moving beyond standard civilian flight operations.
New Aircraft Roster and Variants
The primary appeal of this content lies in the addition of several variants of the highly capable Black Hawk family of helicopters. Players gain access to detailed models representing various operational roles, which integrate directly into the existing simulator environment.
What specialized rotorcraft are included?
The package introduces multiple distinct helicopter configurations, each tailored for specific roles:
- MH-60G Pavehawk: Featured with two distinct Air Force liveries for combat search and rescue scenarios.
- HH-60H Seahawk: Representing the Navy variant.
- HH-60J Jayhawk: Focused on Coast Guard Search and Rescue (SAR) operations.
- MH-60K Nighthawk: Also included with two Air Force liveries.
- UH-60L Black Hawk: Represented with two Army liveries.
- UK-60Q Black Hawk: Dedicated to Army Medical Evacuation (Medevac) duties.
New Gameplay Scenarios and Objectives
This DLC integrates six new structured missions directly into the existing simulation framework, providing specific objectives that utilize the newly introduced aircraft. These missions challenge the pilot's ability to handle the unique characteristics of these rotorcraft under operational pressure within the established flight dynamics system.
What operational challenges does this content add to the simulation?
The structured missions provide context-specific flying tasks that leverage the specialized nature of the helicopters:
- Coast Guard Rescue
- Operation Anti-Acid
- Operation Roughneck 1 & 2
- The Incident
Integration and Scope within the Simulation
As an unofficial add-on, this content enriches the base simulator by providing specialized aircraft and scenario-based gameplay. It does not introduce entirely new core gameplay mechanics to the Microsoft Flight Simulator X engine, but rather leverages the existing flight dynamics system to simulate these specific helicopter types. The scope is focused on providing high-fidelity aircraft models and scenario-based gameplay rather than a massive overhaul of the simulation world. It is designed to be flown within the existing environment of the parent game.
Platform Availability
This content is exclusively available for the PC (Microsoft Windows) platform and functions as an extension of the core simulator.
Game Details
Primary Name: Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Mission - Blackhawk
Alternative Names:
Black Hawk (Other)
Type: DLC
Part of: Microsoft Flight Simulator X
Series: Microsoft Flight Simulator
Developer: Abacus Software
Publisher: First Class Simulations
Release Information
Release Date: Dec 31, 2007
Genres & Themes
Genres: Simulator
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Game Modes
Perspective: First person
Player Modes: Single-player
Game Modes: Single player
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