Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation

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Credits
Project Management

Marco Martini

Aircraft Textures Artwork

Leonidas Theofilopoulos

Flight Dinamics

Luis Cerutti

Sounds and Effects

Osvaldo Braca

Script Programming

Marco Martini

Cover and Graphics

Perfect Flight

Mission Voices

Chip Barber, Jeff Heyes

Copyright 2014 Perfect Flight, All Rights reserved.

Website

www.fs2000.org

Support

http://www.fs2000.org/product-support/

Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation

Ultimate CRJ-700
Simulation

User Guide

Add-on for

Microsoft Flight Simulator X

Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation

TABLE OF CONTENTS
2.....Credits
5.....Introduction
5.....System requirements
6.....Installation
6.....Support
7.....How to select Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation Fleet in a Free Flight
8.....The Flight Management Computer (FMC)
9.....How to use your custom planes in the missions
12....MISSIONS
13....Mission Table
14....How to fly the Mission
16....Flight Briefing
17....Mission Settings
17....Saving a Mission in Progress
18....Passengers Entertainment Systen (PES)
20.... Bombardier CRJ-700 Flight Notes

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Introduction
Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation have been created to be used with exclusively with Microsoft Flight
Simulator X.
The file you have downloaded contain the following files:
Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation User Guide * the document you are reading
UCRJ700_SETUP.EXE * The main Installation executable to install the product on your PC
Charts.zip * the archive with all navigation charts in Pdf Format
Feature.zip * an archive with:
CRJ700_CUSTOM_PLANES_FLIGHTS_setup.exe * install that if you want to use missions with
your own plane instead of the provided Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation liveries made by us (see more
info in the appropriate section of the User Guide)
CRJ700_ORIGINAL_LIVERY_FLIGHTS_setup.exe * if you want to restore original Ultimate
CRJ-700 Simulation livery for missions (instead of custom planes).

System requirements

Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation does not requires any additional equipment. The product can be used with
the same requirements to run Microsoft Flight Simulator X.
A running copy of Microsoft Flight Simulator installed on your Pc is required in order to use the product, as
well!
However, here is a list of minimum requirements:

Microsoft Flight Simulator X

CD-ROM drive (for boxed version)

2.0 GHz Processor

Graphic card with 256 MB RAM

1 GB RAM

500 MB of free disk space

Soundcard

Windows XP SP2 or Window Vista 32 or 64 bit

Adobe Acrobat Reader 6 or higher to read and print the manual (1)

(1) Available for free; download it at http://www.adobe.com

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Installation
To install the product on your Personal Computer simply Run the executable files below

UCRJ700_Setup

Select your MAIN Flight Simulator FOLDER. Make sure that you enter the correct path.
The setup suggests a folder where install the product but you must be sure that its the correct path. For
example if You have installed FSX with default options, you should install the product into
C:\PROGRAM FILES\MICROSOFT GAMES\MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR X\
In this manner all files will be copied into the appropriate subfolder. In brief. You must select the folder
where are located the file FSX.EXE

Support
To obtain technical support, go to http://www.fs2000.org/product-support/ indicating:

Order number
Product Title
Flight Simulator Version
Problem in detail

Also, do not simply write 'The product does not work' but explain us clearly your problem, so we can help
you better and faster.
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How to select Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation Fleet in a Free Flight

The package includes the following liveries of the Bonbardier CRJ-700 ready to be used in free flights too:
American Eagle, US Airways, Delta Connection, CR Airways, Alaska Airlines, JAZZ, Conviasa, HOP, SA
Express, Star Alliance, British Airways, United Express.
Just choose Bombardier" as Manufacturer from the main menu.

Make sure that Show all variation option is checked ON, as shown in the above picture
NOTE: The Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation livery fleet will be alsp available for a free flight if you
choose to install the special feature that allow you to use custom planes in the missions!

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The Flight Management Computer (FMC)

The panels of the Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation fleet are pre-configured for Garret Smith's free
application, available as separate and free download on many flight simulation websites. You can
download it from our free File Library at:

FMC
also

http://www.fs2000.org/2013/07/28/fsx-fmc-by-honeywell/
If you does not install the gauge, the FMC windows will display a black instrument as the gauge IS NOT
INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE due to copyright statement of the author.
If you already have it installed, do nothing. The FMC will be displayed on all Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation
planes
Once you have downloaded the file FMC-1.ZIP, you only need to copy the file HoneywellFMC.CAB into
the following FOLDER:
[MAIN FSX FOLDER]\gauges\ - where [MAIN FSX FOLDER] is the complete path of your FSX main folder
The panel is already configured to display the FMC by pressing SHIFT-7 on the keyboard, so you do not
need to edit the panel.cfg file
Refer to the User Guide of Garret Smith's free FMC application in order to learn how to use the gauge.
All flightplans will be automatically loaded into the FMC.
IMPORTANT NOTE 1 - Garret Smith's free FMC application IS NOT included in this package and you can
decide to download and install it separately (we only provide the panel.cfg already configured to use it)
IMPORTANT NOTE 2 We do not provide any technical assistance for the FMC usage. Please refer to the
User Guiide included in the original file FMC-1.ZIP and contact the author

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How to use your custom planes, time, date and season

Product includes the improved special feature wich allow you to use a plane of your choice in the missions.
Also, if you decide to install the special feature, you can edit date, time and season direct from the main
FSX screen. You does not need to make complicated actions such adjustment, modification or file editing.
Just install the special feature, choose the plane from the FSX Free Flight Menu, change date, time and
season, then choose the desired mission and fly with your favorite aircraft. You will receive the Mission
Success message when completed, as well!
To do this, after completed the Main installation, run the executable:
CRJ700_CUSTOM_PLANE_FLIGHTS_setup.exe
That exe file is located in the archive Feature.zip provided with the original download. Just open the zip
file and run it
Procede as follow:
- Install CRJ700_CUSTOM_PLANE_FLIGHTS_setup.exe into main FSX folder (the setup automatically
recognize the correct FSX path)
run FSX

go in Free Flight main screen click on CURRENT AIRCRAFT and choose the plane to use
(remember:
remember: missions are designed for jet planes! Choose an appropriate plane (not piston or general
aviation aircraft)
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To change time and season you must choose the correct location first.

click on CURRENT LOCATION and put the ICAO code of the departure Airport into the Airport ID field
and confirm (click OK button)

now click now on CURRENT TIME AND SEASON and choose Date, time ad season for the desired
location
Go in Mission Menu
choose Ultimate
Ultimate CRJ-700 Sim
Sim as Category
you can now choose a mission from the list box and you will fly with your own custom plane!

When the mission start, you will receive the following warning message

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That only inform you that your custom plane will be used in the mission instead of the original associated.
Click on Close
Close button and go head. Remember to ise only the described procedure. The feature does not
works if you run a mission outside of FSX
Note: As stated above, the original planes provided with the Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation package will be
again available in Free Flight but not in the missions.
If you want go back to the original installation (original Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation livery to use in
missions too) then run the executable:
CRJ700_ORIGINAL_LIVERY_FLIGHTS_setup.exe
Everything will return to the original status.

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MISSIONS
Missions included in the package gives you more realistic flight experience recreating a real word ambience.
All missions uses real weather, so, you will fly the mission with the same weather condition as in real life.
Missions features:

IFR flight with relaistic flightplan and procedures

Complete Ai/ATC interaction

Ai/Traffic available during the adventure.

Speed restriction

Complete Cabin Announcement; gear, flaps, parking brakes

Cabin preparation for tak-off and navigation

Step to step Check Lists with prompt menu (pre-start, taxi, before t/o, after t/o, descend,
landing, parking)

Speeds Call, 80 Kn,V1, Vr, V2, flaps, gear GPWS

Radar Altimeter

Approach Charts for all destination airports available in flight and as PDF format

PES (Passengers Entertainment System) fully customizable

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Missions Table

COD

DEPARTURE

ARRIVAL

DISTANCE Nm

Tutorial A complete flight tutorial to lerarn how to fly the Bombardier CRJ-700

ETA
0:30

CRJ01

Los Angeles l

Fresno Yosemite Int

184

0:40

CRJ02

Fresno Yosemite

Los Angeles Intl

278

0:40

CRJ03

Montreal P-Elliott Trudeau Cincinnati Northern Ky Intl

645

1:40

CRJ04

Cincinnati Northern Ky Intl Montreal P-Elliott Trudeau

620

1:30

CRJ05

Toulouse Blagnac

301

0:55

CRJ06

Nantes Atlantique

Toulouse Blagnac

227

0:50

CRJ07

Dusseldorf

Le Chateau

319

0:55

CRJ08

Le Chateau

Dusseldorf

198

0:45

CRJ09

Akron-Canton Regl

Gen Mitchell Intl

350

1;05

CRJ10

Gen Mitchell Intl

Akron-Canton Regl

321

0:55

CRJ11

Stevens Anchorage

Fairbanks Intl

241

0:45

CRJ12

Fairbanks Intl

Stevens Anchorage

258

0:50

CRJ13

George

Durban Intl

529

1:15

CRJ14

Durban Intl

George

529

1:15

CRJ15

Toronto Pearson

Charlottetown

719

1:45

CRJ16

Charlottetown

Toronto Pearson

767

1:45

CRJ17

La Chinita

Del Caribe Gen Santiago

461

1:10

CRJ18

Del Caribe Gen Santiago

La Chinita

460

1:10

CRJ19

Hong Kong Intl

Beijing Capital

1093

2:30

CRJ20

Beijing Capital

Hong Kong Intl

1091

2:30

Nantes Atlantique

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How to fly the Mission

From The FSX Menu select Missions

Choose Ultimate CRJ-700 Sim as category, then choice the desired mission

The Goal of each Mission is to land in the appropriate Airport.

At the begin, press "1" to obtain a Filght Briefing and play the Before Start Checklist

To advance checklist item press "1"

As you start engines, the Co-pilot will let you to prepare the cabin for departure. After that, activate
the ATC windows to obtain IFR clearance.

Contact Clearance Delivery and follow instruction on the screen.

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When you are cleared to taxi, maintain 20-25 knots on the taxiway. When you reach 15 knots the
Taxi Checklist will be played.

Do don exceed 25 Knts during the taxi

After line-up, set ON the PARKING BRAKES in order to start Before Take-off checklist

Fly and follow the ATC instructions. You can observe how the adventure interacts with the default
ATC.

The GPS gauge is already armed with the associated flightplan

At the destination airport taxi to gate. Full stop to receive the Succes Message

Engines OFF to complete with Parking Checklist

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Flight Briefing
Missions includes a complete Flight Briefing available before or during the flight (in this case you must
press SHFTF10 to open the mission briefing window.
The Briefing contains useful information about route and destination Airport: frequencies, and runways.

You have also direct access to your Flight Plan using the item Navigation Log in the Flight menu.
Briefing also includes Information of the Arrival Airport, Charts and maps to fly arrivals and approach.

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Mission Settings
You can change many settings in Flight Simulator, such as realism, weather, and aircraft, to suit your flying
preferences. The settings in each Mission, however, are set specifically for that Mission. Some in-game
menus are disabled in Missions and the settings on those menus cannot be changed unless you enable
changes by clicking the appropriate check box in the Mission Main Menu
Note: If you make changes to settings in Missions, you will not earn Rewards for those Missions. Changes
to settings such as scenery and controllers will not affect Mission rewards.
Note: If you make changes to settings in Missions, you will not earn Rewards for those Missions. Changes
to settings such as scenery and controllers will not affect Mission rewards.

Saving a Mission in Progress

You can change many settings in Flight Simulator, such as realism, weather, and aircraft, to suit your flying
If you don't have time to complete a Mission, you can save it in progress and fly the rest of it later. That's
very useful expecially in a long range flight. You can fly the mission saving several steps
To save a Mission

Press ; (SEMICOLON).
Type a title and description.
Click OK.

On the Flights menu, click Save.

Type a title and description.
Click OK.

-or-

To resume a saved Mission

On the main screen, click Missions.

Select the Show saved Missions check box.
Select your saved Mission from the list.
Click Go to Briefing.
Click Fly!

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Passengers Entertainment Systen (PES)

Missions also features the exclusive PES (Passengers Entertainment System), now fully customizable with
your own sound tracks.
When you reach the cruising altitude, a Prompt Menu will appear on your screen with PES Options. You can
play until six soundtracks in a single flight (See pic below)

When you click on the option number of a soundtrack, that will be played. When the music ends, the Prompt
Menu will appear again, until you choose option 7 End
Mission are provided with six new and unreleased soundtracks but you can easily use your own favorite
songs!
First of all, you must know that sound tracks are saved in wav format in the following folder under your
main FSX path:
Missions\Perfect Flight\Ultimate CRJ-700 Simulation\Sounds\
here the sound tracks namefile:

sound
sound
sound
sound
sound
sound

trak
trak
trak
trak
trak
trak

1
2
3
4
5
6

=
=
=
=
=
=

music1.wav
music2.wav
music3.wav
music4.wav
music5.wav
music6.wav

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How to use your own soundtracks
As explained above, soundtracks must be saved in wav format, as FSX does not recognize mp3 or other type
of sound files.
So, first of all, you need to convert your mp3 or other type of sound file into a wav format.
To manipulate sound files, you can use one of the large variety of free programs available on the web.
We suggest you the free version of GoldWave, wich you can download from the publisher website here:
http://www.goldwave.com
All that you need to do is to convert your own sound file into a wav format, then save it with the same name
used by the missions (music1.wav, music2.waw..... music6.wav), copy and replace your own songs in the
folder where are located the original soudtracks of the missions package, as indicated above

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Bombardier CRJ-700 Flight Notes

The Bombardier CRJ700, which entered service in 2001, is a stretched version of the CRJ100/200 regional
jet, with seating capacity increased from 50 to 70. The CRJ (Canadair Regional Jet) family of aircraft was in
turn derived from the Canadair Challenger business jet, which began its operational life as the LearStar 600.
In addition to an increase in length and upgraded landing gear, the CRJ700 features a wing with a longer
span and leading edge slats that add additional lift. Like other members of the CRJ family, the CRJ700
cockpit features an electronic flight instrument system (EFIS) avionics suite and "glass cockpit"
instrumentation.

Specifications
U.S.

Metric

Cruise Speed

Mach 0.78 (515 knots/447 mph)

829 km/h

Engines

Two 12,670 lb thrust GE CF34-8C1 turbofans

Maximum Range

1,702 nm

3,152 km

Service Ceiling

41,000 feet

12,497 meters

Fuel Capacity

3,036 U.S. gallons

11,488 liters

Empty Weight - HGW

43,200 pounds

19,595 kilograms

Maximum Gross Weight

72,500 pounds

32,885 kilograms

Length

106 feet, 8 inches

32.5 meters

Wingspan

76.3 feet

23.2 meters

Height

24 feet, 10 inches

7.6 meters

Seating

70

Useful Load

18,800 pounds

8,527 kilograms

Required Runway Length

Takeoff: 5,500 feet (1,676 meters), flaps 5
Landing: 4,850 feet (1,478 meters), flaps 30
The length required for both takeoff and landing is a result of a number of factors, such as aircraft weight,
altitude, headwind, use of flaps, and ambient temperature. The figures here are conservative and assume:
Weight: 72,750 pounds (33,000 kilograms)
Altitude: sea level
Wind: no headwind
Temperature: 15C
Runway: hard surface
Lower weights and temperatures will result in better performance, as will having a headwind component.
Higher altitudes and temperatures will degrade performance.

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Engine Startup
The engines are running by default when you begin a flight. If you shut the engines down, it is possible to
initiate an auto-startup sequence by pressing CTRL+E on your keyboard. If you want to do the startup
procedures manually, follow the checklist procedures on the Kneeboard.

Taxiing
To taxi the CRJ700, use just enough power to get it rolling, and then bring the thrust levers back to idle.
Idle thrust will keep you moving.
Normal straight taxi speed should not exceed 20 knots. For turns, 8- to 12-knot speeds are good for dry
surfaces.
In Flight Simulator, rudder pedals (twist the joystick, use the rudder pedals, or press 0 [left] or ENTER
[right] on the numeric keypad) are used for directional control during taxiing.

Flaps
The following table lists recommended maneuvering speeds for various flap settings. The minimum flapretraction altitude is 400 feet, but 1,000 feet complies with most noise abatement procedures. When
extending or retracting the flaps, use the next appropriate flap setting depending on whether you're slowing
down or speeding up.
Flap Position
Flaps 1
200
Flaps 8
200
Flaps 20
185
Flaps 30
165
Flaps 45
140

Takeoff
All of the following occurs quite rapidly. Read through the procedure several times before attempting it in
the plane so you know what to expect.
Run through the Before Takeoff checklist, and set flaps to 20 degrees (press F7, or drag the flaps lever).
With the aircraft aligned with the runway centerline, advance the throttles (press F3, or drag the levers) to
approximately 40 percent N1. This allows the engines to spool up to a point where uniform acceleration to
takeoff thrust will occur on both engines. The exact amount of initial setting is not as important as setting
symmetrical thrust.
After the engines are stabilized, advance the thrust levers to takeoff thrustgenerally 91.5 percent N1 (less
with high outside air temperatures).
Directional control is maintained by use of the rudder pedals (twist the joystick, use the rudder pedals, or
press 0 [left] or ENTER [right] on the numeric keypad).
At V1, approximately 134 knots indicated airspeed (KIAS), is decision speed. Above this speed, it may not be
possible to stop the aircraft on the runway in case of a rejected takeoff (RTO).
At 134 KIAS, smoothly pull the stick back (use the joystick or yoke, or press the DOWN ARROW) to raise the
nose to 10 degrees above the horizon. Hold this pitch attitude and be careful not to over-rotate.

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At V2, approximately 146 KIAS, the aircraft has reached its takeoff safety speed. This is the minimum safe
flying speed should an engine fail. Hold this speed until you get a positive rate of climb.
As soon as the aircraft is showing a positive rate of climb (both vertical speed and altitude are increasing),
retract the landing gear (press G on the keyboard, or drag the landing gear lever). The aircraft will quickly
accelerate to the flap-retraction speed.

Climb
As you retract the flaps, set climb power of approximately 90 percent N1 (press F2, use the throttle control
on your joystick, or drag the thrust levers). Maintain 6- or 7-degrees nose-up pitch attitude to climb at 250
kts until reaching 10,000 feet (3,048 meters), and then maintain 290 KIAS (.74 mach) to your cruising
altitude.

Cruise
Cruise altitude is normally determined by winds, weather, and other factors. You might want to use these
factors in your flight planning if you have created weather systems along your route. Optimum altitude is the
altitude that gives the best fuel economy for a given configuration and gross weight. A complete discussion
about choosing altitudes is beyond the scope of this section.
You can cruise as high as FL450 (the airplane is certified to 51,000 feet), but the only payoffs for burning
the fuel it takes to get there would be getting above a weather system or taking advantage of especially
favorable winds.
Let's say you've filed a flight plan for FL350. When you approach your cruising altitude, begin leveling off at
about 50 feet (15 meters) below your target altitude.
You'll find it's much easier to operate the CRJ700 in cruise if you use the autopilot. The autopilot can hold
the altitude, speed, heading, or navaid course you specify. For more information about using the autopilot,
see Using an Autopilot.
Normal cruise speed is 0.77 Mach. Set power at around 90 percent N1.
Remember that your true airspeed is actually much higher in the thin, cold air.

Descent
A good descent profile includes knowing when to start down from cruise altitude and planning ahead for the
approach. Normal descent is done with idle thrust and clean configuration (no speed brakes). A good rule for
determining when to start your descent is the 3-to-1 rule (three miles distance per thousand feet in
altitude.) Take your altitude in feet, drop the last three zeros, and multiply by 3.
For example, to descend from a cruise altitude of 35,000 feet (10,668 meters) to sea level:
35,000 minus the last three zeros is 35.
35 x 3=105
This means you should begin your descent 105 nautical miles from your destination, maintaining a speed of
250 KIAS and a descent rate of 1,500 to 2,000 feet per minute, with thrust set at flight idle to 53 percent
N1. Add two extra miles for every 10 knots of tailwind.
To descend, disengage the autopilot if you turned it on during cruise (or use the autopilot hold features and
let it fly for you). Reduce power to idle, and lower the nose slightly. Remember not to exceed the regulation
speed limit of 250 KIAS below 10,000 feet (3,048 meters). You may have to adjust power to maintain your
speed and rate of descent. Continue this profile down to the beginning of the approach phase of flight.
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Approach
You want to set your aircraft configuration (flaps and landing gear) and establish your target speed well
ahead. Excess speed in the CRJ will require a level flight segment to slow down.
On an instrument approach, you want to be configured for landing and have your speed stable by the final
approach fix (where you intercept the glide slope), usually about five miles from touchdown.
Set flaps to 1 (press F7, or drag the flaps indicator or lever) when airspeed is reduced below the minimum
flaps-up maneuvering speed. Normally, this would be when entering the downwind leg or at the initial
approach fix, so you should be at the desired airspeed by this point. You can then continue adding flaps as
you get down to the speed limits for each setting.
Flaps 45 is the setting for normal landings.
Intercept the glide slope from below, and extend the landing gear (press G, or drag the landing gear lever)
when the glide slope needle is less than or equal to one dot high.
The proper final approach speed varies with weight, but a good target at typical operating weight is 135 to
140 KIAS.
With landing gear down and flaps at 45 degrees, set the power at 55 to 60 percent N1. This configuration
should hold airspeed with a good descent angle toward the runway. Use small power adjustments and pitch
changes to stay on the glide path.

Landing
When you're approaching the normal descent point on a visual approach, or one dot below the glide slope
approaching the final approach fix on an ILS approach, extend the landing gear.
Establish 140 knots, your final approach speed. As you intercept the glide slope, set 40 degrees of flaps.
This configuration should hold airspeed at 140 knots with a good descent angle toward the runway.
Hold 140 knots all the way down on final approach. Use small power adjustments to stay on the glide path.
Look for a descent rate of about 700 fpm.
At about 50 feet above the runway and past the runway threshold, bring the thrust levers to idle. Hold the
pitch attitude you've used during final approach. Don't try to raise or lower the nose. When all wheels are
down, move the Flight Spoiler lever into the MAX position (press the SLASH [ / ]), add reverse thrust
(press F2, or drag the thrust levers into the reverse position), and apply brakes.
Make sure you come out of reverse thrust (press F1, or drag the thrust levers), and lower the spoilers as
airspeed drops below 60 knots. Exit the runway, and taxi to parking.
Once you're clear of the runway and as you taxi to the terminal, retract the flaps (press F6, or drag the flaps
lever) and lower the spoilers (press the SLASH [ / ], or click the brake lever).

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