The "New" variant introduces a modular floor system. In under 2 minutes (simulated, of course), you can swap the cabin from:
To understand the new, we must first honor the old. The original Sikorsky F-95 (often confused with the experimental XF-95 derivative) was a conceptual heavy-lift helicopter designed in the late 1950s. While the famous CH-53 Sea Stallion eventually took center stage, the F-95 blueprint was famous for its "Captain's Cockpit"—a raised, panoramic bridge that gave the pilot (the "Captain") an unprecedented view of the LZ (Landing Zone).
The original F-95 never reached mass production, existing only in declassified black-and-white schematics. For thirty years, it was the "Holy Grail" of lost rotary-wing designs. That is, until now.
The Gear System:
Bearings:
Drag System:
Line Management (Spool):
At a price point of $49.99 USD, the Captain Sikorsky F95 New sits in the premium tier of flight sim add-ons. It is not for everyone. If you enjoy arcade-style flying or bush trips in a Cessna, you will likely find this module frustrating.
However, if you are a rotorhead who has been begging for a helicopter that sits between the DCS: AH-64D and the MSFS 2020 ecosystem, this is a no-brainer. Captain Sikorsky has not just released an update; they have released a manifesto. The F95 New proves that fictional aircraft can be just as complex, rewarding, and immersive as their real-world counterparts. captain sikorsky f95 new
Whether you are running a night infiltration mission under NVGs or practicing pinnacle landings on a mountain helipad, the Captain Sikorsky F95 New delivers a level of polish that reminds us why we love this hobby.
Rating: 9.2/10 (Deducted 0.8 for performance optimization and missing gunner AI).
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In a market saturated with Black Hawks and Chinooks, the F95 New stands out because of its philosophy. Standard helicopters are flown by pilots. The F95 is commanded by a Captain. The "New" variant introduces a modular floor system
The aircraft includes an AI "Virtual Co-Captain" (affectionately named "Carla" by the dev team) that handles radio comms, system monitoring, and threat detection. This allows the human Captain to focus entirely on tactics and flight path.
No launch is perfect. Early adopters of the Captain Sikorsky F95 New mod reported two major bugs:
If you are downloading the mod, ensure you are on version 1.3.2 or later.
1. Coaxial Rotor System (The "X2" Design) Unlike standard helicopters that have a main rotor on top and a tail rotor in the back, the S-95 features two main rotors mounted one on top of the other, spinning in opposite directions (coaxial). The Gear System:
2. The Pusher Propeller The most distinct visual feature of the S-95 is the large propeller at the tail.
3. Low Drag & Agility The rigid rotor blades allow the aircraft to perform maneuvers previously impossible for helicopters, such as tight banking turns at high speeds without losing lift.