Piper Arrow III/IV - PA-28R

The Just Flight PA-28R Turbo Arrow III / IV (developed in partnership with Thranda Design) delivers a versatile, high-altitude general aviation touring experience to X-Plane. The package bundles two distinct airframes in one: the conventional-tail Turbo Arrow III and the distinctive T-tail Turbo Arrow IV. Powered by the turbocharged Continental TSIO-360-FB engine, both variants allow virtual pilots to cruise comfortably in the flight levels above turbulent weather, making it an ideal step-up aircraft for cross-country IFR touring and complex single-engine training. The cockpit features authentic, worn-in PBR textures, fully animated 3D instruments, dimmable backlighting, and modular radio stacks compatible with default GPS units as well as Reality XP GTN integration.

Under the surface, the simulation models the procedural nuances that set complex Piper singles apart. The landing gear incorporates Piper’s unique automatic extension safety logic—which drops the gear automatically if airspeed drops below a safety threshold without the override lever engaged. The custom engine plugin actively monitors manifold pressure, cylinder head temperatures, spark plug fouling, and realistic vapor lock conditions during hot engine restarts. While the T-tail of the Arrow IV demands greater pitch awareness during low-speed rotations and flares due to the lack of direct prop wash over the stabilator, both models reward pilots who practice attentive engine management and disciplined energy control.