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Welcome to the official Flight Simulator First Officer (FSFO) wiki.

This wiki contains setup guides, tutorials, troubleshooting steps, and technical references for using FSFO with Microsoft Flight Simulator.

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== <span style="color:#1f4fa3;">Start Here</span> ==
'''New to FSFO? Begin with these resources.'''

* '''[[Getting Started]]'''<br />
First-time setup and the minimum steps required to start your first flight.

* '''[[User Settings Reference|User Settings]]'''<br />
Explanation of every configurable option and setting in FSFO.

* '''[[Voice Commands]]'''<br />
Complete list of supported voice commands and spoken responses.

* '''[[YouTube|Video Tutorial Series]]'''<br />
Step-by-step walkthrough videos for common FSFO tasks.

* '''[[FAQ|Frequently Asked Questions]]'''<br />
A list of frequently asked questions about FSFO.

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== Support ==
Help, fixes, and answers to common problems.

* '''[[Limitations]]'''<br />
Known feature and platform limitations you should be aware of.

* '''[[Troubleshooting]]'''<br />
Solutions for common installation, connection, and runtime issues.

* '''[[Release Notes]]'''<br />
Version history, new features, and bug fixes.

* '''[[Support|Contact Support]]'''<br />
How to contact support and get help via email or Discord.

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== Documentation and Reference ==
In-depth guides and technical references.

* '''[[Career_Mode_User_Guide|Career Mode User Guide]]'''

Pilot progression, rank advancement, schedule bidding, fatigue tracking, and career performance history.

* '''[[Advanced_Users_Guide|Advanced Users Guide]]'''

Advanced SOP editing, custom flows, and smart flow tuning.

* '''[[SIMVAR_Control_Numbers|SIMVAR Control Numbers]]'''

Reference list of SIMVAR control numbers used by FSFO.

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== Community ==
Updates and places to connect with other FSFO users.

* [https://discord.gg/6WSHapSWWh FSFO Discord]<br />
Live community chat, announcements, official and peer support.

* [https://www.youtube.com/@flightsimulatorfirstoffice9181 FSFO YouTube Channel]<br />
Official tutorial and feature videos for FSFO.

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Career Mode User Guide

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= FSFO Career Mode User Guide =

This page explains how Career Mode works in FSFO, including pilot progression, schedules, training, scoring, fatigue, and the permanent flight log.

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Career Mode uses a local database to track your pilot profile, your active schedule, and your long-term flight history.
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== Overview ==

Career Mode is built around three main areas:

* '''Pilot Profile'''
Your pilot's name, company, rank, tier, balance, location, type ratings, score, errors, contract legs, and training status

* '''Current Schedule'''
Your active scheduled legs

* '''Flight Log'''
Your permanent flight history and performance record

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Use Career Mode if you want persistent progression across multiple flights instead of isolated one-off sessions.
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== Getting Started ==

To begin using Career Mode:

# Open the '''Career Dashboard'''
# Click '''Rebuild Database''' the first time you use Career Mode
# Enter your pilot name
# Select a company
# Optionally select a type rating
# Click '''Apply Company'''

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Once accepted, your pilot profile is created and Career Mode begins tracking your progress.
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== Career Dashboard ==

The Career Dashboard includes the following major functions:

* '''Rebuild Database'''
Creates or recreates the local career database

* '''Apply Company'''
Applies for a company and creates your pilot profile if needed

* '''Apply Type Rating'''
Starts type-rating training

* '''Generate Schedule'''
Builds your current schedule

* '''Load Stats'''
Refreshes pilot statistics

* '''Save Options'''
Saves career settings

* '''Flight Log'''
Opens the permanent flight history window

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<strong>NOTE:</strong> The current <strong>Show Contract</strong> button is not implemented yet.
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== Career Options ==

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These options affect how schedules are generated, when flights count toward progression, and whether readiness checks can block a flight.
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* '''Start from last airport'''
Requires you to begin your next career flight from your saved current location. If enabled, FSFO checks that you are within 10 NM of the pilot's stored airport before the flight is considered ready.

* '''Fatal crash starts over'''
If enabled, a fatal crash can end your current career and force you to start over.

* '''Must fly scheduled flight'''
Only credits career progress when you complete the next pending scheduled leg in order. If enabled and you do not fly the correct leg, the flight can still be logged, but it will not advance total legs, average score, balance, rank, or career tier.

* '''Passenger comfort'''
Enables passenger-comfort rules so smoother, better-managed flights matter more to your career results.

* '''Can be fired'''
Enables the career rule that allows poor performance or major failures to put your employment at risk.

* '''Enable fatigue'''
Turns on fatigue tracking. If enabled, FSFO checks recent workload and can block career-flight readiness when fatigue rises above the allowed threshold.

* '''Schedule based on rank'''
Automatically builds schedules using the pilot's current rank and tier to determine the maximum leg distance. If a full schedule cannot be built within that cap, FSFO falls back to the full eligible route set.

* '''Must have type rating'''
Requires the pilot to hold the appropriate type rating before operating aircraft that need one.

* '''Lock schedule until complete'''
Prevents generating a new schedule while an existing schedule still has incomplete legs.

* '''Application based on rank'''
Makes company applications depend on your current rank, including tier eligibility and hiring probability. It also enforces the rejection cooldown for repeat applications.

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== Companies and Company Tiers ==

Companies are loaded from ''Airlines.cfg''. Each airline has a tier. That tier affects hiring rules, contract leg requirements, and pay scaling.

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Current contract-leg requirements by company tier:

Tier 1 = 30 legs
Tier 2 = 60 legs
Tier 3 = 90 legs
Tier 4 = 120 legs
Tier 5 = 150 legs
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If you leave a company before satisfying the required legs, Career Mode can apply a contract-break penalty.
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== Ranks ==

Career Mode uses a five-rank system:

* '''Rank 1''' - Cadet
* '''Rank 2''' - Second Officer
* '''Rank 3''' - First Officer
* '''Rank 4''' - Captain
* '''Rank 5''' - Senior Captain

Your rank affects:

* the maximum leg distance used in automatic scheduling
* your bidding advantage when schedules are generated
* which companies you can apply to if rank-based hiring is enabled
* your promotion eligibility
* your pay multiplier through Career Tier

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== How Promotions Work ==

Promotions are based on two things:

* '''Total Legs'''
* '''Average Score'''

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<strong>Requirement:</strong> Your <strong>Average Score</strong> must be at least <strong>92.0</strong> before any promotion is possible.
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Promotion thresholds:

50 total legs = Second Officer
125 total legs = First Officer
200 total legs = Captain
350 total legs = Senior Captain
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If your flight is not credited toward progression, it will not count toward promotion.

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== Career Tier and Pay ==

Career Tier increases with promotion. Pay is recalculated using a tier multiplier.

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Current pay multipliers:

Tier 1 = 1.00x
Tier 2 = 1.04x
Tier 3 = 1.08x
Tier 4 = 1.12x
Tier 5 = 1.16x
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When you are promoted, FSFO updates:

* your rank
* your career tier
* your pay per hour

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== Company Applications ==

If '''Application based on rank''' is enabled, not every pilot can freely join every airline tier.

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Current hiring chances:

Cadet
- Tier 1 = 100%

Second Officer
- Tier 1 = 100%
- Tier 2 = 50%

First Officer
- Tier 1 = 100%
- Tier 2 = 100%
- Tier 3 = 50%

Captain
- Tier 1 = 100%
- Tier 2 = 100%
- Tier 3 = 75%

Senior Captain
- Tier 1 = 100%
- Tier 2 = 100%
- Tier 3 = 95%
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If you are rejected by the same company, FSFO enforces a 7-day wait before trying again.
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== Type Ratings and Training ==

Use '''Apply Type Rating''' after you have joined a company.

Type rating requests will be blocked if:

* no pilot profile exists
* the pilot is not currently employed by a company
* the pilot is already in training
* the pilot already holds that type rating

Two training paths are available:

* '''Private Training'''
Costs money immediately

* '''Company Training'''
Extends contract legs instead of charging the balance directly

Training duration and costs depend on the type rating group.

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== Schedule Generation ==

Schedules are built from your route data and filtered by:

* current airline
* rank
* type rating, if type-rating enforcement is enabled
* current location and preferred airport logic

If '''Schedule based on rank''' is enabled, FSFO automatically applies a maximum leg distance by rank:

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Rank 1 = 350 NM
Rank 2 = 650 NM
Rank 3 = 1100 NM
Rank 4 = 1800 NM
Rank 5 = 3000 NM
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FSFO first tries to build a schedule using that cap. If it cannot build a full schedule, it falls back to the full eligible route pool.

If '''Schedule based on rank''' is disabled, the Max NM value entered by the user is enforced strictly.

If '''Lock schedule until complete''' is enabled, FSFO will not generate a new schedule while an incomplete schedule already exists.

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== Schedule Bidding System ==

When rank-based scheduling is enabled, FSFO scores route candidates and applies a bidding system.

Route scoring currently considers:

* base block-time value
* penalties for very short flights
* rank-based length bias
* preferred-airport bonuses

FSFO then divides scored routes into a preferred top bucket and a lower bucket.

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Current rank-based bid chances:

Rank 1 = 10%
Rank 2 = 35%
Rank 3 = 60%
Rank 4 = 90%
Rank 5 = 95%
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If the bidding roll succeeds, FSFO selects from the top 30% of scored routes. Otherwise, it selects from the lower portion of the list.

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== Preferred Airport ==

You can set a preferred airport for a company. FSFO uses that airport when generating schedules and gives preference to routes that end there, especially near the end of a generated trip.

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== Route Map ==

After a schedule is generated, FSFO can build a route map from the loaded schedule legs and open it externally.

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== When a Flight Counts Toward Progression ==

A flight does not automatically count toward career progression.

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If <strong>Must fly scheduled flight</strong> is enabled, the flight must complete the <strong>next pending leg in order</strong>.
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FSFO compares:

* the actual flight number
* the actual departure airport
* the actual arrival airport

For the leg to count, the pilot must:

* start at the correct airport
* arrive at the correct airport
* match the next pending scheduled leg

If the flight does not meet that requirement:

* it can still be logged
* it will not increase Total Legs
* it will not update Average Score
* it will not reduce Contract Remaining Legs
* it will not update Balance
* it will not trigger promotion

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If the next scheduled leg is completed correctly, it is marked <strong>COMPLETED</strong>. If that was the final remaining leg, the schedule is cleared.
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== Flying a Career Flight ==

Before flight, FSFO captures:

* company
* flight number
* aircraft
* departure airport
* arrival airport

During flight, Career Mode monitors multiple operational and scoring categories.

Examples include:

* pitch exceedance
* bank exceedance
* G-force exceedance
* IAS exceedance
* taxi-speed exceedance
* light misuse
* fuel-management failures
* landing-performance issues

These events affect the total score and increment the appropriate error counters.

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== Landing Score ==

Landing Score is based on:

* vertical speed
* G-force
* distance from the runway threshold

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When runway data is available, the current weighting is:

Vertical speed = 40%
G-force = 30%
Touchdown distance = 30%
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If runway threshold data is unavailable, the distance portion is redistributed proportionally between vertical speed and G-force.

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== Total Score and Qualification ==

Career Mode stores both:

* '''Landing Score'''
* '''Total Score'''

A flight is currently marked '''Qualified for Progression''' when the total score meets the system's qualification rule. The flight log stores that qualification result along with pay, fines, and error counts.

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== Fatigue ==

If '''Enable fatigue''' is turned on, FSFO calculates fatigue from your recent workload using both:

* number of legs
* block hours

It evaluates three rolling workload windows:

* '''Last 24 hours'''
* '''Last 72 hours'''
* '''Last 7 days'''

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Current formula:

Acute Load = max(legs in last 24h / 4, block hours in last 24h / 8)
Short Load = max(legs in last 72h / 8, block hours in last 72h / 18)
Weekly Load = max(legs in last 7d / 16, block hours in last 7d / 35)
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Each load is clamped from 0 to 1.

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Final fatigue:

Fatigue = (Acute Load × 50) + (Short Load × 30) + (Weekly Load × 20)
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The result is capped at 100 and rounded to the nearest whole percent.

If fatigue is above the allowed limit, Career Mode readiness should fail until workload decreases.

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== Flight Log ==

The Flight Log is the permanent history of your career flights.

Each flight log entry stores:

* date
* company
* flight number
* aircraft
* from airport
* to airport
* block time
* landing score
* total score
* landing rate
* landing G
* block fuel
* critical/configuration/lights/speed error counts
* qualification result
* pay earned
* fines paid

Use the Flight Log window to review your performance over time.

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== Notes ==

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Quick reference notes for current Career Mode behavior.
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* Career Mode currently supports one local pilot profile
* The current schedule stores only the active trip
* The flight log is the permanent historical record
* The current '''Show Contract''' button is not implemented yet

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== Troubleshooting ==

=== "PilotProfile was not found" ===

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Create or rebuild the database, then apply to a company.
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=== No schedule was generated ===

Check that:

* ''routes.csv'' exists
* the file format is valid
* routes match the current airline
* type-rating rules are not filtering everything out
* the requested leg count is realistic for the route pool

=== My flight did not count toward progression ===

If '''Must fly scheduled flight''' is enabled, verify that:

* you flew the next pending leg in order
* you started at the scheduled departure airport
* you arrived at the scheduled arrival airport
* the flight number matched when required

=== I cannot generate a new schedule ===

If '''Lock schedule until complete''' is enabled, finish the current schedule first or turn that option off.

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For additional setup help, see [[Getting Started]]. For general problem solving, see [[Troubleshooting]].
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[[Category:User Guide]]
[[Category:Career Mode]]

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This section summarizes FSFO’s configurable user settings. Setting names and behaviors mirror the in-app User Settings pages.

This page is a reference, not a step-by-step guide. Use it to look up what each setting does.

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== Input and Output ==

* '''Pilots'''

Choose the playback device (headset, speakers, etc.) for pilot and copilot voices.

* '''Cabin Crew'''

Choose the playback device for cabin crew announcements. Use a different device to simulate distance.

* '''Region'''

Sets the accent for all voices.

* '''Speech Engine'''

Available speech recognition engines:

; Microsoft

Highest accuracy. Uses your Windows default microphone automatically. This is the officially supported FSFO speech recognition engine.

To change which microphone is used: Settings > System > Sound > Input

You must have an English speech recognition pack installed: Settings > Time & Language > Language & Region > Add a language > Speech

Tip: Accuracy is highest for English (US).

; VOSK

Works offline, supports multiple languages, and can use any input device. Less accurate than Microsoft. '''Experimental and not officially supported'''.

; SAPI

Lets you pick any installed SAPI voice for Pilot, Copilot, and Cabin Crew.

* '''SAPI Rate'''

Controls how fast SAPI voices speak.

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== Audio and Recognition Tuning ==

* '''Pilots Volume'''

Loudness of pilot and copilot voices.

* '''Crew Volume'''

Loudness of cabin crew voices.

* '''Ambiance Volume'''

Loudness of background noise.

* '''Pilots dB Gain'''

Adds or subtracts decibels to pilot audio before the Volume slider is applied.

* '''Amb dB Gain'''

Adds or subtracts decibels to ambiance audio before the Ambiance Volume slider is applied.

* '''Readback'''

Length of pauses between digits or characters.

* '''Distort Voice'''

Adds headset or intercom distortion.

* '''Static Voice'''

Adds background static.

* '''Open Mic'''

When checked, recognition always listens unless muted.

* '''Start Speech on Start'''

When checked, recognition activates automatically when FSFO starts.

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== Test Options ==

* '''Pilot Test'''

Both pilots say “Fuel” plus a number.

* '''Crew Test'''

Plays a standard cabin announcement.

* '''Test Boarding Music'''

Tests boarding music volume.

* '''Test Boarding Ambiance'''

Tests background ambiance volume.

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== Controller and Hot-Key Setup ==

Available actions:

* '''Mute'''
Toggles voice recognition on/off

* '''PTT'''
If Open Mic is ON, holding PTT mutes voice recognition; if Open Mic is OFF, holding PTT activates recognition.

* '''Bypass'''
Cancels a wait or skips a checklist item (Ctrl + A is default).

* '''Pause'''
Pauses all FSFO actions until pressed again.

* '''GUID'''
Displays the controller Globally Unique Identifier.

* '''Set Button'''
Click then press the desired button or key.

* '''Clear Button'''
Removes the highlighted binding.

* '''Train Speech'''
Opens the Speech Trainer to improve recognition accuracy.

* '''Help PDF'''
Opens the user manual PDF.

* '''Check For Update'''
Checks for the latest FSFO version.

* '''Delete Button'''
Deletes controllers.cfg (all saved bindings).

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== <span id="Standard_Operating_Procedures">Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)</span> ==
''<u>NOTE</u>: '''Above Ground Level (AGL)''' vs '''Mean Sea Level (MSL)'''''

* '''''AGL''' (Above Ground Level) is your aircraft’s height '''above the terrain directly below you'''.''
* '''''MSL''' (Mean Sea Level) is your altitude '''above average sea level'''.''

''FSFO will trigger the actions listed below when the aircraft reaches the specified '''AGL''' or '''MSL''' value. Setting a value to '''0''' disables that trigger.''

<u>OPTIONS:</u>
* '''Acceleration Altitude (AGL)'''

Copilot calls “Acceleration Altitude” once this altitude is reached after takeoff.

* '''Landing Lights (MSL)'''

Copilot toggles landing lights at this altitude.

* '''Engage VNAV (AGL)'''

Copilot engages vertical navigation mode.

* '''Engage LNAV (AGL)'''

Copilot engages lateral navigation mode.

* '''Engage AP (AGL)'''

Copilot engages the autopilot.

* '''Engage APPR (AGL)'''

Copilot engages approach mode during landing.

* '''Disconnect AT (AGL)'''

Copilot disconnects autothrottle during landing.

* '''Disconnect AP (AGL)'''

Copilot disconnects autopilot during landing.

* '''Extend Gear (AGL)'''

Copilot extends landing gear during landing.

* '''Min Flap Extension (AGL)'''

Minimum altitude at which copilot deploys flaps.

* '''Grnd Speed Warn (MPH)'''

Warns when ground speed exceeds this value.

* '''Stabilized Call (N1)'''

Copilot calls “Stabilized” when engines reach this N1%.

* '''Passing Call (MSL)'''

Copilot calls “Passing X feet” during climb or descent.

* '''Auto Flow Policy'''

FSFO has three auto flow polices for you to select. Depending on the policy, FSFO will automatically initiate a flow/checklist based on the criteria below:

<u>'''LIGHTS'''</u>

<code>'''Pre-Flight/Cockpit Prep:''' Initiated when Navigation (NAV) Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Before Start:''' Initiated when Beacon Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Engine Start:''' Initiated 60 seconds after push back is detected</code>

<code>'''After Start:''' Initiated when engines are running and stable with parking brakes On ''<small>(It may take up to 3 mins for the engines to stabilize)</small>''</code>

<code>'''Taxi Flow:''' Initiated when Taxi Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Before Takeoff/Lineup Flow:''' Initiated when Landing Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''After Takeoff/Acceleration Flow:''' Initiated when Aircraft is above 3000 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''Descent Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is within 20 Nautical Miles from the Top of Descent</code>

<code>'''Approach Flow:''' Initiated when Landing Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is below 1500 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''After Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft’s Landing Lights are Turned Off</code>

<code>'''Parking/Shutdown Flow:''' Starts when Taxi Lights are Turned Off and Parking Brake is Set</code>

<u>'''SMART'''</u>

<code>'''Pre-Flight/Cockpit Prep:''' Initiated after 10 seconds from starting your flight*</code>

<code>'''Before Start:''' Initiated when all doors are closed </code>

<code>'''After Start:''' Initiated when engines are running and stable with parking brakes On ''<small>(It may take up to 3 mins for the engines to stabilize)</small>''</code>

<code>'''Taxi Flow:''' Initiated when the After Start Phase is completed and the parking brake is released.</code>

<code>'''Before Takeoff/Lineup Flow:''' Initiated when Aircraft is within 800 feet of the runway threshold</code>

<code>'''After Takeoff/Acceleration Flow:''' Initiated when Aircraft is above 3000 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''Descent Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is within 20 Nautical Miles from the Top of Descent</code>

<code>'''Approach Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is below 10000 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is below 1500 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''After Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft’s leaves the runway</code>

<code>'''Parking/Shutdown Flow:''' Starts when Taxi Lights are Turned Off and Parking Brake is Set</code>

<u>'''USER'''</u>

<code>Selecting the user setting allows you to choose any event/time/Lights/System/Etc to trigger your flow</code>
* '''Manage Ground Lights'''

Copilot will manage the lights when the aircraft is on the ground:

# When Power is established, the copilot turns on the NAV Lights
# When engines are running, the copilot turns on the Beacon Lights
# When the aircraft ground speed exceeds 5 MPH, the copilot will turn on Taxi Lights
# When the aircraft is on any runway, the copilot will turn on the Landing, Strobe and Wing Lights; when the aircraft exits the runway, he will turn them off.
* '''Battery Equal Turn Around'''

IF the power is on when FSFO is connected, the copilot will consider the current flight as a subsequent flight.

* '''Boarding Music'''

Select the boarding music, which can be played via “Boarding_Music” command via the flow and checklist editor, or by click ing the music icon via the control options, which can be accessed on the Checklist page. You can also download and play your own boarding music, as long as its a.wav file. Place your wav files in the following directory: C:\Users\[USER NAME] \AppData\Local\FSFO_V6\ Music..

* '''Safety Message'''

Select the safety message, which can be played via “Safety_Message” command via the flow and checklist editor, or by clicking the life jacket icon, which can be accessed on the SOPs page. You can also download and play your own safety messages, as long as it's a *.wav file. Place your wav files in the following directory: C:\Users\ [USER NAME]\AppData\Local\FSFO_V6 \Safety.

* '''Flaps Call'''

Controls flap callout behavior:

# Flaps Setting: The copilot will call the new Flaps setting (e.g. Flaps 5)
# Speed Check: The copilot will call “Speed Check” when a flap change is detected
# Speed Chk + Flap: The copilot will call “ Speed Check”, then the Flap Setting when a flap change is detected (e.g. Speech Check, Flaps 10)
* '''VSpeed Call'''

Controls V-speed callouts:

# None: No Vspeeds are called
# V1+VR: Both V1 and Rotate are called during the takeoff role
# VR: Only Rotate is called during the takeoff role (useful for aircraft that have automated V1 Callouts)

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== Crew Options ==

* '''Attendant Messages'''

The Flight Attendant will make the following announcements:

<code>Pre-Flight “Boarding complete” (intercom to First Officer).</code>

<code>Taxi-Out Advise passengers to switch devices to airplane mode (above 11 MPH).</code>

<code>Airborne > 10,000 ft: Passengers free to use electronics.</code>

<code>Descent < 12,000 ft: Advise stowage of electronics (You must complete the Descent phase).</code>

<code>Taxi-In Welcome passengers to destination.</code>

<code>Shutdown “ Deboarding complete” (intercom).</code>
* '''Pilot Messages'''

The First Officer will make the following announcements:

<code>Taxi-Out Time-of-day welcome message ''<small>(5 seconds after the Taxi Phase is completed)</small>''.</code>

<code>Reaching Cruise Altitude Inform passengers of cruise.</code>

<code>Descent (4 000 ft below cruise) Announce start of descent ''<small>(You must complete the Descent phase)</small>''.</code>
* '''Apply Brakes'''

Copilot applies brakes above 28 MPH.

* '''Set Landing Gear'''

Copilot raises or lowers gear; If you wish for the copilot to only raise the gear, set the SOP Extend Gear (AGL) option to 0.

* '''Set Flaps'''

Copilot retracts or extends flaps; If you wish for the copilot to only retract the flaps, set the SOP Min Flap Extension (AGL) option to 0.

* '''Set Altimeter'''

Copilot sets standard and local pressure.

* '''Set Seatbelts'''

Copilot will turn OFF the seatbelts at Top of Climb and ON atTop of Descent

* '''Set Center Fuel Tanks'''

Copilot disables center tanks below threshold (7,000 pounds for heavy; otherwise, 1,000 pounds).

* '''Set Lights'''

Copilot will turn off/on the landing lights when aircraft is above/below the Passing Call (MSL) setting via the SOP option; otherwise 10000 feet will be used.

* '''Repeat Readback'''

Copilot will repeat the values stated by the pilot during a voice command. For example, if you command Heading 242, the copilot will repeat the command "Heading 2-4-2."

* '''Confirm Checklist Item'''

Copilot will ensure the system is set correctly during the checklist phase, when using the voice options. If it's not set according to the checklist, your copilot will ask you to check the system again.

* '''First Officer Handles Intercom'''

Copilot will automatically handle all intercom messages and prompts (e.g., cabin/ground/crew calls) without requiring your input. If disabled, the captain (you) must answer the intercom phone and respond to prompts by selecting Yes or No in the on-screen dialogue window.

* '''Call Missed Checklist'''

Copilot will alert you when you missed a checklist. For example, if the engines are running, and you failed to complete the Before Start Flow/Checklist, your copilot will ask: “Did we complete the Before Start Checklist”?

* '''Call Roll Phrases'''

Copilot will execute takeoff and landing roll callouts (e.g. stabilized, thrust set, 80 knots, reverse green, manual braking, etc…).

* '''Call Roll Responses'''

Pilot will respond to the copilot takeoff/rollout calls. For example, when the copilot states 80/100 knots, the pilot will respond “checked.” Disable if you prefer to respond yourself.

* '''Call 400 Feet'''

Copilot will call 400 feet when the aircraft reaches this Above Ground Altitude (AGL) during the climb phase. This is useful for engaging the appropriate vertical navigation mode.

* '''Call Minimums'''

Copilot will call out minimums when the aircraft descends below the AGL identified on the departure performance page (the default is 200 ft AGL).

* '''Call Glide Slope Alive'''

Copilot will call “glide slope alive” when he detects movement on the glide slope needle, and “Glide Slope Captured” when the aircraft captures the glide slope.

* '''Call System Changes'''

Copilot will alert the captain to changes (e.g. flaps five, gear up, parking brake set, etc..) of the following key systems:

# Landing Gear
# Flaps
# Parking Brake
# Spoilers (When Armed/Disarmed)
# Lateral Navigation (LNAV, Managed Mode, Heading Select and NAV)
# Vertical Navigation (VNAV, Open Climb, etc…)
# Approach Mode
# Auto Pilot
# Auto Throttle
* '''Call Vspeeds'''

Copilot will call V1 and Rotate when the aircraft Indicated Air Speed (IAS) exceeds the speeds identified on the departure performance page

* '''Call Engine Start'''

Copilot will alert the pilot when combustion is detected for each engine (e.g. engine one started), as well as call “engines stable” when all engines have stabilized.

* '''Call Warnings'''

Copilot will alert the pilot when a particular system is not correctly set. For example, he will call “check the flaps” when the aircraft is on the takeoff runway with flaps zero, or “check the door” when the door is open and the engines are running.

* '''Auto Inflight Services'''

Flight attendants will automatically run in-flight beverage/snack service. Service begins only after Top of Climb (TOC), on flights over 250 NM, and only on passenger flights (no cargo). If any of these conditions aren’t met, service will not start.

* '''Press PMDG Takeoff Screw'''

Copilot presses the TOGA Screw when the aircraft's N1 is > 60% and the Before Takeoff Checklist has been completed

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== General Options ==

* '''Disable Gear or Flaps Control'''

Copilot will ignore any flap or gear speech recognition request. For example, if you say "gear up", your copilot will ignore this command.

* '''Disable Radio Commands'''

Copilot will ignore any radio and transponder commands. For example, if you say "set comm one, 22800", your copilot will ignore the command.

* '''Disable Flap Calls'''

Copilot ignores manual flap adjustments and wont make callouts. Example: if you change flaps from 2 to 1, the copilot will NOT announce “Flaps 1."

* '''GSX Interface'''

FSFO will request GSX vice MSFS services when clicking on the appropriate button via the Checklist Page (Control Group Box). For example, if you click on the catering button, and this option is enabled, FSFO will use the GSX menu to request catering services.

* '''Say Intentions Interface'''

Pauses FSFO during ATC conversations.

* '''Sync Vspeed'''

FSFO will try to read V1, VR, and V2 from the aircraft’s LVARs shortly after engine start, and will read VREF shortly after Top of Descent (TOD). When available, these aircraft-provided values override (replace) any speeds entered on the FSFO Performance page.

* '''Use FMC Vspeeds'''

Copilot will use your FMC internal v-speed database instead of inserting the values downloaded from Simbrief. For example, on the PMDG 737, the copilot will hit the corresponding line key to load the appropriate v-speed from the FMC database. Note this only works for some aircraft (e.g. All PMDG, FBW A320, etc…).

* '''Play Ding Before Message'''

Plays a ding before cabin announcements.

* '''Boarding or Cargo Sounds'''

Plays boarding or cargo ambiance.

* '''Verbose Mode'''

Copilot will announce his flow actions. Typically, flows are conducted silently, while checklist requires a verbal call and response. However, if you want to hear what actions your copilot is taking during the flow phase, you can enable this option.

* '''Play Squelch'''

Plays radio squelch sound.

* '''Confirm Loadsheet'''

Ground crew confirms MTOW.

* '''Kilograms'''

Reads values in kilograms.

* '''Include ICAOs in Briefs'''

Copilot will readback the ICAOs in during the departure and approach briefings.

* '''Notify ATC Boundaries'''

Announces VATSIM ATC boundaries.

* '''Save Aircraft Location'''

Saves last aircraft location when you conclude your flight.

* '''Announce Flow'''

Announces flow start and stop; typically, flows are silent.

* '''Announce Checklist'''

Announces checklist start and stop.

* '''Rudder Flight Control Test'''

Includes rudders in control test.

* '''Up or Down Flight Control Test'''

Uses “Full Up” and “Full Down” phrasing.

* '''Ask if Ready for Briefing'''

Copilot will prompt you before the departure and approach briefings; respond by saying “Yes” (voice), pressing Ctrl+Alt, or clicking the Bypass button

* '''Cold Weather Ops'''

Copilot will fully extend the flaps and then retract them during the After Start or Taxi flow whenever the outside temperature is below freezing. This simulates a cold-weather flap movement check to help detect/clear potential icing or binding before takeoff

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== <span id="Activation_SimBrief_and_Pax">Activation, SimBrief, and Pax</span> ==

* '''Product'''

Select FSFO product.

* '''Serial Key'''

Enter 16-character serial key.

* '''Email Address'''

Used to identify and reset keys.

* '''Activation Status'''

Shows activation state.

* '''Activate Button'''

Activates the product.

* '''User Licenses'''

Displays product licenses.

* '''Open User Data Folder'''

Opens FSFO user data directory.

* '''SimBrief ID'''

Enter '''numeric''' SimBrief ID.

* '''Boarding'''

Controls boarding time (Right for slower).

* '''Food Service'''

Controls inflight service time (Right for slower).

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== RAAS Options ==

* '''Short Runway (FT)'''

Alerts for short runways.

* '''Approach Runway Threshold (FT)'''

Alerts when approaching runway.

* '''On Runway Threshold (FT)'''

Alerts when on runway; aircraft must be within the runway threshold and the heading is +/- 20 of the runway heading.

* '''Unstable Approach'''

Alerts for unstable approaches; aircraft is below this threshold and following conditions exist:

# VREF: IAS is +/- 10
# Config: Gear and Flaps Not Set
# Bank: >14 degrees
# Descent: > 1100 Feet Per Second
# Pitch: < -5.0 or > 12.0 degrees
* '''Altimeter Warning (AGL)'''

Alerts for incorrect altimeter.

* '''On Taxiway (IAS)'''

Alerts for taxiway overspeed.

* '''Long Landing (%)'''

Alerts for long landings.

* '''Approach Runway Landing (AGL)'''

Alerts when approaching runway for landing.

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== Interface Options ==

* '''Auto Connect'''

Attempts to connect to MSFS.

* '''Check For Updates'''

Checks for updates on startup.

* '''Warning Beeps'''

Beeps for outdated METAR or flight plans.

* '''FSFO on Top'''

Keeps FSFO window on top.

* '''Start On Flight Plan'''

Opens Flight Plan page on startup.

* '''Include Pilot Actions'''

Displays pilot actions.

* '''Display ACARS'''

Flight Information will be displayed in Copilot Actions box on the SOPs Page.

* '''Auto Open Post Flight'''

Opens post-flight report.

* '''Check FSUIPC'''

Checks FSUIPC version on startup.

* '''Verify Exit'''

Prompts before exiting.

* '''Remember Last Location'''

Restores window position when starting FSFO.

* '''Switch To Checklist'''

Opens checklist (SOP) page automatically.

* '''Hide Home Button'''

Hides home button.

* '''SAPI Voice Test'''

Running Voice Test plays a spoken “Voice test passed” instead of showing a message box

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For setup help, see [[Getting Started]]. For problem solving, see [[Troubleshooting]].

User Settings Reference

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This section summarizes FSFO’s configurable user settings. Setting names and behaviors mirror the in-app User Settings pages.

This page is a reference, not a step-by-step guide. Use it to look up what each setting does.

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== Input and Output ==

* '''Pilots'''

Choose the playback device (headset, speakers, etc.) for pilot and copilot voices.

* '''Cabin Crew'''

Choose the playback device for cabin crew announcements. Use a different device to simulate distance.

* '''Region'''

Sets the accent for all voices.

* '''Speech Engine'''

Available speech recognition engines:

; Microsoft

Highest accuracy. Uses your Windows default microphone automatically. This is the officially supported FSFO speech recognition engine.

To change which microphone is used: Settings > System > Sound > Input

You must have an English speech recognition pack installed: Settings > Time & Language > Language & Region > Add a language > Speech

Tip: Accuracy is highest for English (US).

; VOSK

Works offline, supports multiple languages, and can use any input device. Less accurate than Microsoft. '''Experimental and not officially supported'''.

; SAPI

Lets you pick any installed SAPI voice for Pilot, Copilot, and Cabin Crew.

* '''SAPI Rate'''

Controls how fast SAPI voices speak.

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== Audio and Recognition Tuning ==

* '''Pilots Volume'''

Loudness of pilot and copilot voices.

* '''Crew Volume'''

Loudness of cabin crew voices.

* '''Ambiance Volume'''

Loudness of background noise.

* '''Pilots dB Gain'''

Adds or subtracts decibels to pilot audio before the Volume slider is applied.

* '''Amb dB Gain'''

Adds or subtracts decibels to ambiance audio before the Ambiance Volume slider is applied.

* '''Readback'''

Length of pauses between digits or characters.

* '''Distort Voice'''

Adds headset or intercom distortion.

* '''Static Voice'''

Adds background static.

* '''Open Mic'''

When checked, recognition always listens unless muted.

* '''Start Speech on Start'''

When checked, recognition activates automatically when FSFO starts.

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== Test Options ==

* '''Pilot Test'''

Both pilots say “Fuel” plus a number.

* '''Crew Test'''

Plays a standard cabin announcement.

* '''Test Boarding Music'''

Tests boarding music volume.

* '''Test Boarding Ambiance'''

Tests background ambiance volume.

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== Controller and Hot-Key Setup ==

Available actions:

* '''Mute'''
Toggles voice recognition on/off

* '''PTT'''
If Open Mic is ON, holding PTT mutes voice recognition; if Open Mic is OFF, holding PTT activates recognition.

* '''Bypass'''
Cancels a wait or skips a checklist item (Ctrl + A is default).

* '''Pause'''
Pauses all FSFO actions until pressed again.

* '''GUID'''
Displays the controller Globally Unique Identifier.

* '''Set Button'''
Click then press the desired button or key.

* '''Clear Button'''
Removes the highlighted binding.

* '''Train Speech'''
Opens the Speech Trainer to improve recognition accuracy.

* '''Help PDF'''
Opens the user manual PDF.

* '''Check For Update'''
Checks for the latest FSFO version.

* '''Delete Button'''
Deletes controllers.cfg (all saved bindings).

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== <span id="Standard_Operating_Procedures">Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)</span> ==
''<u>NOTE</u>: '''Above Ground Level (AGL)''' vs '''Mean Sea Level (MSL)'''''

* '''''AGL''' (Above Ground Level) is your aircraft’s height '''above the terrain directly below you'''.''
* '''''MSL''' (Mean Sea Level) is your altitude '''above average sea level'''.''

''FSFO will trigger the actions listed below when the aircraft reaches the specified '''AGL''' or '''MSL''' value. Setting a value to '''0''' disables that trigger.''

<u>OPTIONS:</u>
* '''Acceleration Altitude (AGL)'''

Copilot calls “Acceleration Altitude” once this altitude is reached after takeoff.

* '''Landing Lights (MSL)'''

Copilot toggles landing lights at this altitude.

* '''Engage VNAV (AGL)'''

Copilot engages vertical navigation mode.

* '''Engage LNAV (AGL)'''

Copilot engages lateral navigation mode.

* '''Engage AP (AGL)'''

Copilot engages the autopilot.

* '''Engage APPR (AGL)'''

Copilot engages approach mode during landing.

* '''Disconnect AT (AGL)'''

Copilot disconnects autothrottle during landing.

* '''Disconnect AP (AGL)'''

Copilot disconnects autopilot during landing.

* '''Extend Gear (AGL)'''

Copilot extends landing gear during landing.

* '''Min Flap Extension (AGL)'''

Minimum altitude at which copilot deploys flaps.

* '''Grnd Speed Warn (MPH)'''

Warns when ground speed exceeds this value.

* '''Stabilized Call (N1)'''

Copilot calls “Stabilized” when engines reach this N1%.

* '''Passing Call (MSL)'''

Copilot calls “Passing X feet” during climb or descent.

* '''Auto Flow Policy'''

FSFO has three auto flow polices for you to select. Depending on the policy, FSFO will automatically initiate a flow/checklist based on the criteria below:

<u>'''LIGHTS'''</u>

<code>'''Pre-Flight/Cockpit Prep:''' Initiated when Navigation (NAV) Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Before Start:''' Initiated when Beacon Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Engine Start:''' Initiated 60 seconds after push back is detected</code>

<code>'''After Start:''' Initiated when engines are running and stable with parking brakes On ''<small>(It may take up to 3 mins for the engines to stabilize)</small>''</code>

<code>'''Taxi Flow:''' Initiated when Taxi Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Before Takeoff/Lineup Flow:''' Initiated when Landing Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''After Takeoff/Acceleration Flow:''' Initiated when Aircraft is above 3000 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''Descent Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is within 20 Nautical Miles from the Top of Descent</code>

<code>'''Approach Flow:''' Initiated when Landing Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is below 1500 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''After Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft’s Landing Lights are Turned Off</code>

<code>'''Parking/Shutdown Flow:''' Starts when Taxi Lights are Turned Off and Parking Brake is Set</code>

<u>'''SMART'''</u>

<code>'''Pre-Flight/Cockpit Prep:''' Initiated after 10 seconds from starting your flight*</code>

<code>'''Before Start:''' Initiated when all doors are closed </code>

<code>'''After Start:''' Initiated when engines are running and stable with parking brakes On ''<small>(It may take up to 3 mins for the engines to stabilize)</small>''</code>

<code>'''Taxi Flow:''' Initiated when the After Start Phase is completed and the parking brake is released.</code>

<code>'''Before Takeoff/Lineup Flow:''' Initiated when Aircraft is within 800 feet of the runway threshold</code>

<code>'''After Takeoff/Acceleration Flow:''' Initiated when Aircraft is above 3000 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''Descent Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is within 20 Nautical Miles from the Top of Descent</code>

<code>'''Approach Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is below 10000 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is below 1500 feet Above Ground Altitude</code>

<code>'''After Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft’s leaves the runway</code>

<code>'''Parking/Shutdown Flow:''' Starts when Taxi Lights are Turned Off and Parking Brake is Set</code>

<u>'''USER'''</u>

<code>Selecting the user setting allows you to choose any event/time/Lights/System/Etc to trigger your flow</code>
* '''Manage Ground Lights'''

Copilot will manage the lights when the aircraft is on the ground:

# When Power is established, the copilot turns on the NAV Lights
# When engines are running, the copilot turns on the Beacon Lights
# When the aircraft ground speed exceeds 5 MPH, the copilot will turn on Taxi Lights
# When the aircraft is on any runway, the copilot will turn on the Landing, Strobe and Wing Lights; when the aircraft exits the runway, he will turn them off.
* '''Battery Equal Turn Around'''

IF the power is on when FSFO is connected, the copilot will consider the current flight as a subsequent flight.

* '''Boarding Music'''

Select the boarding music, which can be played via “Boarding_Music” command via the flow and checklist editor, or by click ing the music icon via the control options, which can be accessed on the Checklist page. You can also download and play your own boarding music, as long as its a.wav file. Place your wav files in the following directory: C:\Users\[USER NAME] \AppData\Local\FSFO_V6\ Music..

* '''Safety Message'''

Select the safety message, which can be played via “Safety_Message” command via the flow and checklist editor, or by clicking the life jacket icon, which can be accessed on the SOPs page. You can also download and play your own safety messages, as long as it's a *.wav file. Place your wav files in the following directory: C:\Users\ [USER NAME]\AppData\Local\FSFO_V6 \Safety.

* '''Flaps Call'''

Controls flap callout behavior:

# Flaps Setting: The copilot will call the new Flaps setting (e.g. Flaps 5)
# Speed Check: The copilot will call “Speed Check” when a flap change is detected
# Speed Chk + Flap: The copilot will call “ Speed Check”, then the Flap Setting when a flap change is detected (e.g. Speech Check, Flaps 10)
* '''VSpeed Call'''

Controls V-speed callouts:

# None: No Vspeeds are called
# V1+VR: Both V1 and Rotate are called during the takeoff role
# VR: Only Rotate is called during the takeoff role (useful for aircraft that have automated V1 Callouts)

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== Crew Options ==

* '''Attendant Messages'''

The Flight Attendant will make the following announcements:

# Pre-Flight “Boarding complete” (intercom to First Officer).
# Taxi-Out Advise passengers to switch devices to airplane mode (above 11 MPH).
# Airborne > 10,000 ft: Passengers free to use electronics.
# Descent < 12,000 ft: Advise stowage of electronics (You must complete the Descent phase).
# Taxi-In Welcome passengers to destination.
# Shutdown “ Deboarding complete” (intercom).
* '''Pilot Messages'''

The First Officer will make the following announcements:

# Taxi-Out Time-of-day welcome message (5 seconds after the Taxi Phase is completed).
# Reaching Cruise Altitude Inform passengers of cruise.
# Descent (4 000 ft below cruise) Announce start of descent (You must complete the Descent phase).
* '''Apply Brakes'''

Copilot applies brakes above 28 MPH.

* '''Set Landing Gear'''

Copilot raises or lowers gear; If you wish for the copilot to only raise the gear, set the SOP Extend Gear (AGL) option to 0.

* '''Set Flaps'''

Copilot retracts or extends flaps; If you wish for the copilot to only retract the flaps, set the SOP Min Flap Extension (AGL) option to 0.

* '''Set Altimeter'''

Copilot sets standard and local pressure.

* '''Set Seatbelts'''

Copilot will turn OFF the seatbelts at Top of Climb and ON atTop of Descent

* '''Set Center Fuel Tanks'''

Copilot disables center tanks below threshold (7,000 pounds for heavy; otherwise, 1,000 pounds).

* '''Set Lights'''

Copilot will turn off/on the landing lights when aircraft is above/below the Passing Call (MSL) setting via the SOP option; otherwise 10000 feet will be used.

* '''Repeat Readback'''

Copilot will repeat the values stated by the pilot during a voice command. For example, if you command Heading 242, the copilot will repeat the command "Heading 2-4-2."

* '''Confirm Checklist Item'''

Copilot will ensure the system is set correctly during the checklist phase, when using the voice options. If it's not set according to the checklist, your copilot will ask you to check the system again.

* '''First Officer Handles Intercom'''

Copilot will automatically handle all intercom messages and prompts (e.g., cabin/ground/crew calls) without requiring your input. If disabled, the captain (you) must answer the intercom phone and respond to prompts by selecting Yes or No in the on-screen dialogue window.

* '''Call Missed Checklist'''

Copilot will alert you when you missed a checklist. For example, if the engines are running, and you failed to complete the Before Start Flow/Checklist, your copilot will ask: “Did we complete the Before Start Checklist”?

* '''Call Roll Phrases'''

Copilot will execute takeoff and landing roll callouts (e.g. stabilized, thrust set, 80 knots, reverse green, manual braking, etc…).

* '''Call Roll Responses'''

Pilot will respond to the copilot takeoff/rollout calls. For example, when the copilot states 80/100 knots, the pilot will respond “checked.” Disable if you prefer to respond yourself.

* '''Call 400 Feet'''

Copilot will call 400 feet when the aircraft reaches this Above Ground Altitude (AGL) during the climb phase. This is useful for engaging the appropriate vertical navigation mode.

* '''Call Minimums'''

Copilot will call out minimums when the aircraft descends below the AGL identified on the departure performance page (the default is 200 ft AGL).

* '''Call Glide Slope Alive'''

Copilot will call “glide slope alive” when he detects movement on the glide slope needle, and “Glide Slope Captured” when the aircraft captures the glide slope.

* '''Call System Changes'''

Copilot will alert the captain to changes (e.g. flaps five, gear up, parking brake set, etc..) of the following key systems:

# Landing Gear
# Flaps
# Parking Brake
# Spoilers (When Armed/Disarmed)
# Lateral Navigation (LNAV, Managed Mode, Heading Select and NAV)
# Vertical Navigation (VNAV, Open Climb, etc…)
# Approach Mode
# Auto Pilot
# Auto Throttle
* '''Call Vspeeds'''

Copilot will call V1 and Rotate when the aircraft Indicated Air Speed (IAS) exceeds the speeds identified on the departure performance page

* '''Call Engine Start'''

Copilot will alert the pilot when combustion is detected for each engine (e.g. engine one started), as well as call “engines stable” when all engines have stabilized.

* '''Call Warnings'''

Copilot will alert the pilot when a particular system is not correctly set. For example, he will call “check the flaps” when the aircraft is on the takeoff runway with flaps zero, or “check the door” when the door is open and the engines are running.

* '''Auto Inflight Services'''

Flight attendants will automatically run in-flight beverage/snack service. Service begins only after Top of Climb (TOC), on flights over 250 NM, and only on passenger flights (no cargo). If any of these conditions aren’t met, service will not start.

* '''Press PMDG Takeoff Screw'''

Copilot presses the TOGA Screw when the aircraft's N1 is > 60% and the Before Takeoff Checklist has been completed

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== General Options ==

* '''Disable Gear or Flaps Control'''

Copilot will ignore any flap or gear speech recognition request. For example, if you say "gear up", your copilot will ignore this command.

* '''Disable Radio Commands'''

Copilot will ignore any radio and transponder commands. For example, if you say "set comm one, 22800", your copilot will ignore the command.

* '''Disable Flap Calls'''

Copilot ignores manual flap adjustments and wont make callouts. Example: if you change flaps from 2 to 1, the copilot will NOT announce “Flaps 1."

* '''GSX Interface'''

FSFO will request GSX vice MSFS services when clicking on the appropriate button via the Checklist Page (Control Group Box). For example, if you click on the catering button, and this option is enabled, FSFO will use the GSX menu to request catering services.

* '''Say Intentions Interface'''

Pauses FSFO during ATC conversations.

* '''Sync Vspeed'''

FSFO will try to read V1, VR, and V2 from the aircraft’s LVARs shortly after engine start, and will read VREF shortly after Top of Descent (TOD). When available, these aircraft-provided values override (replace) any speeds entered on the FSFO Performance page.

* '''Use FMC Vspeeds'''

Copilot will use your FMC internal v-speed database instead of inserting the values downloaded from Simbrief. For example, on the PMDG 737, the copilot will hit the corresponding line key to load the appropriate v-speed from the FMC database. Note this only works for some aircraft (e.g. All PMDG, FBW A320, etc…).

* '''Play Ding Before Message'''

Plays a ding before cabin announcements.

* '''Boarding or Cargo Sounds'''

Plays boarding or cargo ambiance.

* '''Verbose Mode'''

Copilot will announce his flow actions. Typically, flows are conducted silently, while checklist requires a verbal call and response. However, if you want to hear what actions your copilot is taking during the flow phase, you can enable this option.

* '''Play Squelch'''

Plays radio squelch sound.

* '''Confirm Loadsheet'''

Ground crew confirms MTOW.

* '''Kilograms'''

Reads values in kilograms.

* '''Include ICAOs in Briefs'''

Copilot will readback the ICAOs in during the departure and approach briefings.

* '''Notify ATC Boundaries'''

Announces VATSIM ATC boundaries.

* '''Save Aircraft Location'''

Saves last aircraft location when you conclude your flight.

* '''Announce Flow'''

Announces flow start and stop; typically, flows are silent.

* '''Announce Checklist'''

Announces checklist start and stop.

* '''Rudder Flight Control Test'''

Includes rudders in control test.

* '''Up or Down Flight Control Test'''

Uses “Full Up” and “Full Down” phrasing.

* '''Ask if Ready for Briefing'''

Copilot will prompt you before the departure and approach briefings; respond by saying “Yes” (voice), pressing Ctrl+Alt, or clicking the Bypass button

* '''Cold Weather Ops'''

Copilot will fully extend the flaps and then retract them during the After Start or Taxi flow whenever the outside temperature is below freezing. This simulates a cold-weather flap movement check to help detect/clear potential icing or binding before takeoff

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== <span id="Activation_SimBrief_and_Pax">Activation, SimBrief, and Pax</span> ==

* '''Product'''

Select FSFO product.

* '''Serial Key'''

Enter 16-character serial key.

* '''Email Address'''

Used to identify and reset keys.

* '''Activation Status'''

Shows activation state.

* '''Activate Button'''

Activates the product.

* '''User Licenses'''

Displays product licenses.

* '''Open User Data Folder'''

Opens FSFO user data directory.

* '''SimBrief ID'''

Enter '''numeric''' SimBrief ID.

* '''Boarding'''

Controls boarding time (Right for slower).

* '''Food Service'''

Controls inflight service time (Right for slower).

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== RAAS Options ==

* '''Short Runway (FT)'''

Alerts for short runways.

* '''Approach Runway Threshold (FT)'''

Alerts when approaching runway.

* '''On Runway Threshold (FT)'''

Alerts when on runway; aircraft must be within the runway threshold and the heading is +/- 20 of the runway heading.

* '''Unstable Approach'''

Alerts for unstable approaches; aircraft is below this threshold and following conditions exist:

# VREF: IAS is +/- 10
# Config: Gear and Flaps Not Set
# Bank: >14 degrees
# Descent: > 1100 Feet Per Second
# Pitch: < -5.0 or > 12.0 degrees
* '''Altimeter Warning (AGL)'''

Alerts for incorrect altimeter.

* '''On Taxiway (IAS)'''

Alerts for taxiway overspeed.

* '''Long Landing (%)'''

Alerts for long landings.

* '''Approach Runway Landing (AGL)'''

Alerts when approaching runway for landing.

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== Interface Options ==

* '''Auto Connect'''

Attempts to connect to MSFS.

* '''Check For Updates'''

Checks for updates on startup.

* '''Warning Beeps'''

Beeps for outdated METAR or flight plans.

* '''FSFO on Top'''

Keeps FSFO window on top.

* '''Start On Flight Plan'''

Opens Flight Plan page on startup.

* '''Include Pilot Actions'''

Displays pilot actions.

* '''Display ACARS'''

Flight Information will be displayed in Copilot Actions box on the SOPs Page.

* '''Auto Open Post Flight'''

Opens post-flight report.

* '''Check FSUIPC'''

Checks FSUIPC version on startup.

* '''Verify Exit'''

Prompts before exiting.

* '''Remember Last Location'''

Restores window position when starting FSFO.

* '''Switch To Checklist'''

Opens checklist (SOP) page automatically.

* '''Hide Home Button'''

Hides home button.

* '''SAPI Voice Test'''

Running Voice Test plays a spoken “Voice test passed” instead of showing a message box

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For setup help, see [[Getting Started]]. For problem solving, see [[Troubleshooting]].

User Settings Reference

2026-02-07T14:55:20Z

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This section summarizes FSFO’s configurable user settings. Setting names and behaviors mirror the in-app User Settings pages.

This page is a reference, not a step-by-step guide. Use it to look up what each setting does.

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== Input and Output ==

* '''Pilots'''

Choose the playback device (headset, speakers, etc.) for pilot and copilot voices.

* '''Cabin Crew'''

Choose the playback device for cabin crew announcements. Use a different device to simulate distance.

* '''Region'''

Sets the accent for all voices.

* '''Speech Engine'''

Available speech recognition engines:

; Microsoft

Highest accuracy. Uses your Windows default microphone automatically. This is the officially supported FSFO speech recognition engine.

To change which microphone is used: Settings > System > Sound > Input

You must have an English speech recognition pack installed: Settings > Time & Language > Language & Region > Add a language > Speech

Tip: Accuracy is highest for English (US).

; VOSK

Works offline, supports multiple languages, and can use any input device. Less accurate than Microsoft. '''Experimental and not officially supported'''.

; SAPI

Lets you pick any installed SAPI voice for Pilot, Copilot, and Cabin Crew.

* '''SAPI Rate'''

Controls how fast SAPI voices speak.

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== Audio and Recognition Tuning ==

* '''Pilots Volume'''

Loudness of pilot and copilot voices.

* '''Crew Volume'''

Loudness of cabin crew voices.

* '''Ambiance Volume'''

Loudness of background noise.

* '''Pilots dB Gain'''

Adds or subtracts decibels to pilot audio before the Volume slider is applied.

* '''Amb dB Gain'''

Adds or subtracts decibels to ambiance audio before the Ambiance Volume slider is applied.

* '''Readback'''

Length of pauses between digits or characters.

* '''Distort Voice'''

Adds headset or intercom distortion.

* '''Static Voice'''

Adds background static.

* '''Open Mic'''

When checked, recognition always listens unless muted.

* '''Start Speech on Start'''

When checked, recognition activates automatically when FSFO starts.

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== Test Options ==

* '''Pilot Test'''

Both pilots say “Fuel” plus a number.

* '''Crew Test'''

Plays a standard cabin announcement.

* '''Test Boarding Music'''

Tests boarding music volume.

* '''Test Boarding Ambiance'''

Tests background ambiance volume.

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== Controller and Hot-Key Setup ==

Available actions:

* '''Mute'''
Toggles voice recognition on/off

* '''PTT'''
If Open Mic is ON, holding PTT mutes voice recognition; if Open Mic is OFF, holding PTT activates recognition.

* '''Bypass'''
Cancels a wait or skips a checklist item (Ctrl + A is default).

* '''Pause'''
Pauses all FSFO actions until pressed again.

* '''GUID'''
Displays the controller Globally Unique Identifier.

* '''Set Button'''
Click then press the desired button or key.

* '''Clear Button'''
Removes the highlighted binding.

* '''Train Speech'''
Opens the Speech Trainer to improve recognition accuracy.

* '''Help PDF'''
Opens the user manual PDF.

* '''Check For Update'''
Checks for the latest FSFO version.

* '''Delete Button'''
Deletes controllers.cfg (all saved bindings).

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== <span id="Standard_Operating_Procedures">Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)</span> ==
''<u>NOTE</u>: '''Above Ground Level (AGL)''' vs '''Mean Sea Level (MSL)'''''

* '''''AGL''' (Above Ground Level) is your aircraft’s height '''above the terrain directly below you'''.''
* '''''MSL''' (Mean Sea Level) is your altitude '''above average sea level'''.''

''FSFO will trigger the actions listed below when the aircraft reaches the specified '''AGL''' or '''MSL''' value. Setting a value to '''0''' disables that trigger.''

<u>OPTIONS:</u>
* '''Acceleration Altitude (AGL)'''

Copilot calls “Acceleration Altitude” once this altitude is reached after takeoff.

* '''Landing Lights (MSL)'''

Copilot toggles landing lights at this altitude.

* '''Engage VNAV (AGL)'''

Copilot engages vertical navigation mode.

* '''Engage LNAV (AGL)'''

Copilot engages lateral navigation mode.

* '''Engage AP (AGL)'''

Copilot engages the autopilot.

* '''Engage APPR (AGL)'''

Copilot engages approach mode during landing.

* '''Disconnect AT (AGL)'''

Copilot disconnects autothrottle during landing.

* '''Disconnect AP (AGL)'''

Copilot disconnects autopilot during landing.

* '''Extend Gear (AGL)'''

Copilot extends landing gear during landing.

* '''Min Flap Extension (AGL)'''

Minimum altitude at which copilot deploys flaps.

* '''Grnd Speed Warn (MPH)'''

Warns when ground speed exceeds this value.

* '''Stabilized Call (N1)'''

Copilot calls “Stabilized” when engines reach this N1%.

* '''Passing Call (MSL)'''

Copilot calls “Passing X feet” during climb or descent.

* '''Auto Flow Policy'''

FSFO has three auto flow polices for you to select. Depending on the policy, FSFO will automatically initiate a flow/checklist based on the criteria below:

<u>'''LIGHTS'''</u>

<code>'''Pre-Flight/Cockpit Prep:''' Initiated when Navigation (NAV) Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Before Start:''' Initiated when Beacon Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Engine Start:''' Initiated 60 seconds after push back is detected</code>

<code>'''After Start:''' Initiated when engines are running and stable with parking brakes On ''(It may take up to 3 mins for the engines to stabilize)''</code>

<code>'''Taxi Flow:''' Initiated when Taxi Lights are Turned On</code>

<code>'''Before Takeoff/Lineup Flow:''' Initiated when Landing Lights are Turned On'''*'''</code>

<code>'''After Takeoff/Acceleration Flow:''' Initiated when Aircraft is above 3000 feet Above Ground Altitude'''*'''</code>

<code>'''Descent Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is within 20 Nautical Miles from the Top of Descent'''*'''</code>

<code>'''Approach Flow:''' Initiated when Landing Lights are Turned On'''*'''</code>

<code>'''Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is below 1500 feet Above Ground Altitude'''*'''</code>

<code>'''After Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft’s Landing Lights are Turned Off</code>

<code>'''Parking/Shutdown Flow:''' Starts when Taxi Lights are Turned Off and Parking Brake is Set</code>

<u>'''SMART'''</u>

# '''Pre-Flight/Cockpit Prep:''' Initiated after 10 seconds from starting your flight*
# '''Before Start:''' Initiated when all doors are closed
# '''After Start:''' Initiated when engines are running and stable with parking brakes On
# It may take up to 3 mins for the engines to stabilize
# '''Taxi Flow:''' Initiated when the After Start Phase is completed and the parking brake is released.
# '''Before Takeoff/Lineup Flow:''' Initiated when Aircraft is within 800 feet of the runway threshold'''*'''
# '''After Takeoff/Acceleration Flow:''' Initiated when Aircraft is above 3000 feet Above Ground Altitude'''*'''
# '''Descent Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is within 20 Nautical Miles from the Top of Descent'''*'''
# '''Approach Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is below 10000 feet Above Ground Altitude'''*'''
# '''Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft is below 1500 feet Above Ground Altitude'''*'''
# '''After Landing Flow:''' Initiated when the aircraft’s leaves the runway
# '''Parking/Shutdown Flow:''' Starts when Taxi Lights are Turned Off and Parking Brake is Set

<u>'''USER'''</u>

<code>Selecting the user setting allows you to choose any event/time/Lights/System/Etc to trigger your flow</code>
* '''Manage Ground Lights'''

Copilot will manage the lights when the aircraft is on the ground:

# When Power is established, the copilot turns on the NAV Lights
# When engines are running, the copilot turns on the Beacon Lights
# When the aircraft ground speed exceeds 5 MPH, the copilot will turn on Taxi Lights
# When the aircraft is on any runway, the copilot will turn on the Landing, Strobe and Wing Lights; when the aircraft exits the runway, he will turn them off.
* '''Battery Equal Turn Around'''

IF the power is on when FSFO is connected, the copilot will consider the current flight as a subsequent flight.

* '''Boarding Music'''

Select the boarding music, which can be played via “Boarding_Music” command via the flow and checklist editor, or by click ing the music icon via the control options, which can be accessed on the Checklist page. You can also download and play your own boarding music, as long as its a.wav file. Place your wav files in the following directory: C:\Users\[USER NAME] \AppData\Local\FSFO_V6\ Music..

* '''Safety Message'''

Select the safety message, which can be played via “Safety_Message” command via the flow and checklist editor, or by clicking the life jacket icon, which can be accessed on the SOPs page. You can also download and play your own safety messages, as long as it's a *.wav file. Place your wav files in the following directory: C:\Users\ [USER NAME]\AppData\Local\FSFO_V6 \Safety.

* '''Flaps Call'''

Controls flap callout behavior:

# Flaps Setting: The copilot will call the new Flaps setting (e.g. Flaps 5)
# Speed Check: The copilot will call “Speed Check” when a flap change is detected
# Speed Chk + Flap: The copilot will call “ Speed Check”, then the Flap Setting when a flap change is detected (e.g. Speech Check, Flaps 10)
* '''VSpeed Call'''

Controls V-speed callouts:

# None: No Vspeeds are called
# V1+VR: Both V1 and Rotate are called during the takeoff role
# VR: Only Rotate is called during the takeoff role (useful for aircraft that have automated V1 Callouts)

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== Crew Options ==

* '''Attendant Messages'''

The Flight Attendant will make the following announcements:

# Pre-Flight “Boarding complete” (intercom to First Officer).
# Taxi-Out Advise passengers to switch devices to airplane mode (above 11 MPH).
# Airborne > 10,000 ft: Passengers free to use electronics.
# Descent < 12,000 ft: Advise stowage of electronics (You must complete the Descent phase).
# Taxi-In Welcome passengers to destination.
# Shutdown “ Deboarding complete” (intercom).
* '''Pilot Messages'''

The First Officer will make the following announcements:

# Taxi-Out Time-of-day welcome message (5 seconds after the Taxi Phase is completed).
# Reaching Cruise Altitude Inform passengers of cruise.
# Descent (4 000 ft below cruise) Announce start of descent (You must complete the Descent phase).
* '''Apply Brakes'''

Copilot applies brakes above 28 MPH.

* '''Set Landing Gear'''

Copilot raises or lowers gear; If you wish for the copilot to only raise the gear, set the SOP Extend Gear (AGL) option to 0.

* '''Set Flaps'''

Copilot retracts or extends flaps; If you wish for the copilot to only retract the flaps, set the SOP Min Flap Extension (AGL) option to 0.

* '''Set Altimeter'''

Copilot sets standard and local pressure.

* '''Set Seatbelts'''

Copilot will turn OFF the seatbelts at Top of Climb and ON atTop of Descent

* '''Set Center Fuel Tanks'''

Copilot disables center tanks below threshold (7,000 pounds for heavy; otherwise, 1,000 pounds).

* '''Set Lights'''

Copilot will turn off/on the landing lights when aircraft is above/below the Passing Call (MSL) setting via the SOP option; otherwise 10000 feet will be used.

* '''Repeat Readback'''

Copilot will repeat the values stated by the pilot during a voice command. For example, if you command Heading 242, the copilot will repeat the command "Heading 2-4-2."

* '''Confirm Checklist Item'''

Copilot will ensure the system is set correctly during the checklist phase, when using the voice options. If it's not set according to the checklist, your copilot will ask you to check the system again.

* '''First Officer Handles Intercom'''

Copilot will automatically handle all intercom messages and prompts (e.g., cabin/ground/crew calls) without requiring your input. If disabled, the captain (you) must answer the intercom phone and respond to prompts by selecting Yes or No in the on-screen dialogue window.

* '''Call Missed Checklist'''

Copilot will alert you when you missed a checklist. For example, if the engines are running, and you failed to complete the Before Start Flow/Checklist, your copilot will ask: “Did we complete the Before Start Checklist”?

* '''Call Roll Phrases'''

Copilot will execute takeoff and landing roll callouts (e.g. stabilized, thrust set, 80 knots, reverse green, manual braking, etc…).

* '''Call Roll Responses'''

Pilot will respond to the copilot takeoff/rollout calls. For example, when the copilot states 80/100 knots, the pilot will respond “checked.” Disable if you prefer to respond yourself.

* '''Call 400 Feet'''

Copilot will call 400 feet when the aircraft reaches this Above Ground Altitude (AGL) during the climb phase. This is useful for engaging the appropriate vertical navigation mode.

* '''Call Minimums'''

Copilot will call out minimums when the aircraft descends below the AGL identified on the departure performance page (the default is 200 ft AGL).

* '''Call Glide Slope Alive'''

Copilot will call “glide slope alive” when he detects movement on the glide slope needle, and “Glide Slope Captured” when the aircraft captures the glide slope.

* '''Call System Changes'''

Copilot will alert the captain to changes (e.g. flaps five, gear up, parking brake set, etc..) of the following key systems:

# Landing Gear
# Flaps
# Parking Brake
# Spoilers (When Armed/Disarmed)
# Lateral Navigation (LNAV, Managed Mode, Heading Select and NAV)
# Vertical Navigation (VNAV, Open Climb, etc…)
# Approach Mode
# Auto Pilot
# Auto Throttle
* '''Call Vspeeds'''

Copilot will call V1 and Rotate when the aircraft Indicated Air Speed (IAS) exceeds the speeds identified on the departure performance page

* '''Call Engine Start'''

Copilot will alert the pilot when combustion is detected for each engine (e.g. engine one started), as well as call “engines stable” when all engines have stabilized.

* '''Call Warnings'''

Copilot will alert the pilot when a particular system is not correctly set. For example, he will call “check the flaps” when the aircraft is on the takeoff runway with flaps zero, or “check the door” when the door is open and the engines are running.

* '''Auto Inflight Services'''

Flight attendants will automatically run in-flight beverage/snack service. Service begins only after Top of Climb (TOC), on flights over 250 NM, and only on passenger flights (no cargo). If any of these conditions aren’t met, service will not start.

* '''Press PMDG Takeoff Screw'''

Copilot presses the TOGA Screw when the aircraft's N1 is > 60% and the Before Takeoff Checklist has been completed

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== General Options ==

* '''Disable Gear or Flaps Control'''

Copilot will ignore any flap or gear speech recognition request. For example, if you say "gear up", your copilot will ignore this command.

* '''Disable Radio Commands'''

Copilot will ignore any radio and transponder commands. For example, if you say "set comm one, 22800", your copilot will ignore the command.

* '''Disable Flap Calls'''

Copilot ignores manual flap adjustments and wont make callouts. Example: if you change flaps from 2 to 1, the copilot will NOT announce “Flaps 1."

* '''GSX Interface'''

FSFO will request GSX vice MSFS services when clicking on the appropriate button via the Checklist Page (Control Group Box). For example, if you click on the catering button, and this option is enabled, FSFO will use the GSX menu to request catering services.

* '''Say Intentions Interface'''

Pauses FSFO during ATC conversations.

* '''Sync Vspeed'''

FSFO will try to read V1, VR, and V2 from the aircraft’s LVARs shortly after engine start, and will read VREF shortly after Top of Descent (TOD). When available, these aircraft-provided values override (replace) any speeds entered on the FSFO Performance page.

* '''Use FMC Vspeeds'''

Copilot will use your FMC internal v-speed database instead of inserting the values downloaded from Simbrief. For example, on the PMDG 737, the copilot will hit the corresponding line key to load the appropriate v-speed from the FMC database. Note this only works for some aircraft (e.g. All PMDG, FBW A320, etc…).

* '''Play Ding Before Message'''

Plays a ding before cabin announcements.

* '''Boarding or Cargo Sounds'''

Plays boarding or cargo ambiance.

* '''Verbose Mode'''

Copilot will announce his flow actions. Typically, flows are conducted silently, while checklist requires a verbal call and response. However, if you want to hear what actions your copilot is taking during the flow phase, you can enable this option.

* '''Play Squelch'''

Plays radio squelch sound.

* '''Confirm Loadsheet'''

Ground crew confirms MTOW.

* '''Kilograms'''

Reads values in kilograms.

* '''Include ICAOs in Briefs'''

Copilot will readback the ICAOs in during the departure and approach briefings.

* '''Notify ATC Boundaries'''

Announces VATSIM ATC boundaries.

* '''Save Aircraft Location'''

Saves last aircraft location when you conclude your flight.

* '''Announce Flow'''

Announces flow start and stop; typically, flows are silent.

* '''Announce Checklist'''

Announces checklist start and stop.

* '''Rudder Flight Control Test'''

Includes rudders in control test.

* '''Up or Down Flight Control Test'''

Uses “Full Up” and “Full Down” phrasing.

* '''Ask if Ready for Briefing'''

Copilot will prompt you before the departure and approach briefings; respond by saying “Yes” (voice), pressing Ctrl+Alt, or clicking the Bypass button

* '''Cold Weather Ops'''

Copilot will fully extend the flaps and then retract them during the After Start or Taxi flow whenever the outside temperature is below freezing. This simulates a cold-weather flap movement check to help detect/clear potential icing or binding before takeoff

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== <span id="Activation_SimBrief_and_Pax">Activation, SimBrief, and Pax</span> ==

* '''Product'''

Select FSFO product.

* '''Serial Key'''

Enter 16-character serial key.

* '''Email Address'''

Used to identify and reset keys.

* '''Activation Status'''

Shows activation state.

* '''Activate Button'''

Activates the product.

* '''User Licenses'''

Displays product licenses.

* '''Open User Data Folder'''

Opens FSFO user data directory.

* '''SimBrief ID'''

Enter '''numeric''' SimBrief ID.

* '''Boarding'''

Controls boarding time (Right for slower).

* '''Food Service'''

Controls inflight service time (Right for slower).

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== RAAS Options ==

* '''Short Runway (FT)'''

Alerts for short runways.

* '''Approach Runway Threshold (FT)'''

Alerts when approaching runway.

* '''On Runway Threshold (FT)'''

Alerts when on runway; aircraft must be within the runway threshold and the heading is +/- 20 of the runway heading.

* '''Unstable Approach'''

Alerts for unstable approaches; aircraft is below this threshold and following conditions exist:

# VREF: IAS is +/- 10
# Config: Gear and Flaps Not Set
# Bank: >14 degrees
# Descent: > 1100 Feet Per Second
# Pitch: < -5.0 or > 12.0 degrees
* '''Altimeter Warning (AGL)'''

Alerts for incorrect altimeter.

* '''On Taxiway (IAS)'''

Alerts for taxiway overspeed.

* '''Long Landing (%)'''

Alerts for long landings.

* '''Approach Runway Landing (AGL)'''

Alerts when approaching runway for landing.

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== Interface Options ==

* '''Auto Connect'''

Attempts to connect to MSFS.

* '''Check For Updates'''

Checks for updates on startup.

* '''Warning Beeps'''

Beeps for outdated METAR or flight plans.

* '''FSFO on Top'''

Keeps FSFO window on top.

* '''Start On Flight Plan'''

Opens Flight Plan page on startup.

* '''Include Pilot Actions'''

Displays pilot actions.

* '''Display ACARS'''

Flight Information will be displayed in Copilot Actions box on the SOPs Page.

* '''Auto Open Post Flight'''

Opens post-flight report.

* '''Check FSUIPC'''

Checks FSUIPC version on startup.

* '''Verify Exit'''

Prompts before exiting.

* '''Remember Last Location'''

Restores window position when starting FSFO.

* '''Switch To Checklist'''

Opens checklist (SOP) page automatically.

* '''Hide Home Button'''

Hides home button.

* '''SAPI Voice Test'''

Running Voice Test plays a spoken “Voice test passed” instead of showing a message box

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For setup help, see [[Getting Started]]. For problem solving, see [[Troubleshooting]].