Thanks for the thoughtful feedback — I really appreciate people taking the time to look closely and ask questions like this. Let me be completely transparent:
The Camair 480 Twin Navion was actually the very first aircraft I ever developed for MSFS. It was my introduction to 3D modeling, panel setup, gauge logic, and everything else that goes into bringing an aircraft to life in the sim. The panel layout was based on a real Temco D Model Riley Twin Navion, which had a tall and wide IFR-upgraded panel:
TEMCO-Riley D-16A “Twin Navion” Panel
In-Sim Camair 480
It’s not a fictional panel — but it was my first attempt at cockpit modeling, and I’ve learned a lot since.
After that came the Navion B, which marked a big leap forward. Better references, more experience, and more attention to detail. You can see the difference in both accuracy and proportional refinement:
Real Navion B
In-Sim Navion B
Finally, the L-17B was based directly off Simon’s aircraft, with accurate placement down to textures, panel labeling, and cockpit layout. At this point, I was deep into realism and cross-checking everything:
Real L-17B
In-Sim L-17B
So you’re absolutely right to notice the difference — the Camair panel looks oversized because it is in comparison to my later work. It came from a real aircraft, but my modeling experience has grown immensely since then, and that’s reflected in each subsequent release.
I’m always open to revisiting older projects, and a refreshed Twin Navion panel is something I’d definitely consider down the road if there’s enough interest.
Appreciate you calling it out respectfully — this kind of feedback helps shape future work. One thing to mention though these aircraft are all on sale right now for 50% off so for $4.99 USD you can purchase the Camair 480 or Ryan Navion B and for $7.49 the L-17B. The package deal on my website is even better for $14.99 you get all 3 Navions Also available (not on sale) on Flightsim.to & Sim Market - Orbx should have them on sale now and is my exclusive seller of the Super Decathlon . Speaking of the American Champion Super Decathlon it is on sale for $9.99, probably the lowest it will go this year. I have two more releases coming out next month and July. You can find out more on my shared list for those other aircraft. - [LIST] Hangar Studios 713: Development Hangar - #7 by B4Gunner
And for reference on your website @Stardrifter2232 they are all 2024 compatible.
— Nick
Hangar Studios 713