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How to Fly the DHC-2 Beaver V 1.22 by SMS in X-Plane 10

The DHC-2 Beaver is a classic bush plane that was designed by de Havilland Canada in 1947. It is powered by a Pratt & Whitney Wasp Junior engine that provides 450 HP and can take off and land on short and rough fields. The DHC-2 Beaver is a versatile aircraft that can be configured for different operations, such as wheels, floats, skis or amphibious landing gear. It can also carry up to six passengers or cargo in various cabin layouts.

If you want to experience the thrill of flying this iconic plane in X-Plane 10, you will need the DHC-2 Beaver V 1.22 by SMS (SoulMade Simulations), which is a highly realistic and detailed add-on that features a custom flight model, sound environment, 3D cockpit, animations, systems, failures and more. You can download it from the X-Plane.Org Software Store[^1^] or from the X-Plane.Org Forum[^4^]. Here are some steps to help you get started with this amazing aircraft:

Install the DHC-2 Beaver V 1.22 by SMS in your X-Plane 10 folder. Make sure you have the latest version of X-Plane 10 and SASL plug-in installed.

Launch X-Plane 10 and select the DHC-2 Beaver from the aircraft menu. You can choose between the wheel and float version, and customize the wheel size, cabin configuration and pre-flight parts from the options menu.

Load a scenery of your choice and set the weather conditions according to your preference. The DHC-2 Beaver can handle various environments, from tropical islands to snowy mountains.

Start the engine by following the normal procedures in the Pilot Notes document[^1^] [^4^]. You will need to prime the engine, set the mixture, magnetos and propeller pitch, and use the starter switch. You will also need to monitor the engine temperature, oil pressure and fuel flow.

Taxi to the runway or water surface using the differential brakes and rudder pedals. The DHC-2 Beaver has a tailwheel configuration, which means it is more sensitive to crosswinds and requires more attention during ground handling.

Take off by applying full throttle and lifting the tail slightly. The DHC-2 Beaver has a high wing loading and drag, which means it requires a longer runway or water distance than modern planes. You will need to use right rudder to counteract the torque and P-factor of the engine.

Climb to your desired altitude and cruise speed by adjusting the throttle, mixture and propeller pitch. The DHC-2 Beaver has a maximum speed of 158 knots and a service ceiling of 18,000 feet. You can use the STEC-50 autopilot to maintain your heading and altitude if you wish.

Enjoy the scenery and explore the features of the DHC-2 Beaver. You can use the 2D pop-up menu to change your views, access the options menu, or open the STEC-50 window. You can also interact with every switch and control in the 3D cockpit.

Land by reducing your speed and altitude gradually. The DHC-2 Beaver has a high stall speed of 60 knots and a high sink rate, which means you need to approach at a steep angle and flare at the last moment. You can use flaps to increase lift and drag, but be careful not to exceed their limits.

Taxi to your parking spot or dock using the brakes and rudder pedals. If you are on water, you can use the SoulMade Simulations floatplane docking feature[^1^] [^4^] to tie down your aircraft and move it around naturally.

Congratulations! You have successfully flown the DHC-2 Beaver V 1.22 by SMS in X-Plane 10. You can now try different missions, sceneries and liveries with this amazing aircraft. Have fun!