Aerosoft Airbus Shared Cockpit Coming

[Richard Sennett 2,499]

Heads up Guys something very cool coming very soon - Aerosoft has created the ability to have a shared cockpit in the Airbus SP3 coming which will have this feature - this is going to be awesome - what do you think - I think there is a charge for this SP - big deal worth every penny - all ready have my first planned flight with Our own Rob - oh by the way you dont even have to be on the same version of P3D - me thinks it will be released this Friday - lets hope

[DaveCT2003 1,820]

I'm working with the developer (programmer) to help prevent computer security issues, hopefully before the release.  I hope to have a shared cockpit document that will help users protect their systems before engaging in shared cockpit.

 

I've been working shared cockpit for over 8 years, and as a former network engineer we were able to identify that shared cockpit can and will allow for every type of Malware to be transferred EASILY from one user to another.  Use Hamchi and you might as well grant full access to your system to the person you're flying shared cockpit with.

 

I know this is exciting, but I also hope you hear me.  The Malware that's out there today mutates exponentially and the state sponsored Malware code has been mutated by private individuals - and can be UNDETECTABLE when it's released. It takes weeks if not months before it's even seen by computer security providers.

 

I'll say this again... don't jump into this.  I was going to have a guide out in 30 days, but I'll try to get it done a lot sooner.

 

Please... for your own sake, listen to me on this.

[Richard Sennett 2,499]

I'm

 

Wow Dave I didn't even think of that - I'm listening thanks for the heads up on this - much appreciated

[kmagelie 6]

I think there is a charge for this SP - big deal worth every penny

 

 

SP3 will be free.

[Richard Sennett 2,499]

SP3 will be free.

 

Then shared cockpit would be a charge I would assume ?

[kmagelie 6]

No, as I understand it the shared cockpit feature is an experimental feature that they were planning to add to the coming A330. They are adding it to the SP3 for the A32X to test it.

[Richard Sennett 2,499]

No, as I understand it the shared cockpit feature is an experimental feature that they were planning to add to the coming A330. They are adding it to the SP3 for the A32X to test it.

 

Thanks much appreciated - take care

[DaveCT2003 1,820]

 

 

I was going to have a guide out in 30 days, but I'll try to get it done a lot sooner.

 

I've promised to have the Shared Cockpit Guide to the developer within 36 hours. It will be short, easy to understand and easy to implement, and will help to protect computers. 

 

I'd like to give High Praise to the developer for demonstrating concern for their customers in this regard! 

 

We'll get the guide posted when it's been approved.

 

 

Best to all.

[JoshuaC 61]

No, as I understand it the shared cockpit feature is an experimental feature that they were planning to add to the coming A330. They are adding it to the SP3 for the A32X to test it.

That's correct, its highlighted that its experimental and no fee for the SP.

 

we were able to identify that shared cockpit can and will allow for every type of Malware to be transferred EASILY from one user to another.  Use Hamchi and you might as well grant full access to your system to the person you're flying shared cockpit with.

I have clarified with Dave that shared cockpit module itself is NOT a security risk. However, what you use to connect the two shared cockpit together can be a security risk. Example is using Hamachi as Dave highlighted.

 

[Patriot3810 182]

i will be looking and asking for people to fly with me in the a320 when sp3 is released, it worked fairly well in x-plane, i expect aerosoft will do a much better job, the longerr flights would be fun with someone to talk to lol

[DaveCT2003 1,820]

 

 

I have clarified with Dave that shared cockpit module itself is NOT a security risk.

 

Absolutely correct.

 

Let's all hold off on any discussions regarding the connection and computer security, just for a few days so Joshua and I can focus in on this - to help ensure everyone has a fantastic, and SAFE experience.

 

Thanks to Joshua for making this possible in our community.

[Richard Sennett 2,499]

All of this seems very interesting no doubt - when its all said and done this could be a game changer unless I have missed something - would be great if PMDG will look into this ability - I know the answer has I asked some years ago so I wont push it - thanks for the info Guys

[Ebs 114]

http://forum.avsim.net/topic/462140-aerosoft-airbuses-to-get-shared-cockpit/  :unsure: (I couldn't find a crying 'smiley'! haha!)

 

 

 

Really looking forward to this, I took advantage of my VA Aerosoft discount just the other day and got a 20% discount on the Airbus Bundle.

[N_matus 13]

Someone at the Aerosoft Forums said that this week we would see the new update  (On April 9th IIRC). I am looking forward to the many changes that will be included on this Service Pack.

 

Regarding the shared cockpit function, I like it! Many of my friends are looking forward to it. Specially myself as I dont fly with virtual checklists and copilot (Just do it everything myself)

[fogboundturtle 2,708]

I am sorry but I am not opening my firewall for any of you simmers.