PX4 X-Plane Plugin v2.0.1

PX4 X-Plane Plugin v2.0.1

We're excited to announce the release of v2.0.0 of the PX4 X-Plane Plugin! This version brings several significant updates, including improved sensor handling, multi-airframe support, and an automated setup script optimized for WSL environments. Below is a summary of what's new in this release:

What's New:

• Sensor Improvements: Fixed various sensor inconsistencies for a more reliable simulation.
• Multi-Airframe Support: Native support for:
  • Ehang 184
  • Alia 250
  • Cessna 172
  • Bayraktar TB2
• In-Menu Airframe Selection: Seamlessly change airframes directly from the X-Plane menu.
• Automated Setup Script: A one-command setup for WSL/Linux, simplifying the process significantly. Check the documentation for details.
• Pre-Loaded Parameters: Automatic parameter loading in PX4 builds, with manual options still available.
• Temporary Fix: This release is a temporary solution until the updates are merged into the official PX4 repository.

Installation:

• Windows Users: Download the plugin from the assets below and follow the Version 2 Documentation for detailed setup instructions.

Documentation:

• Full documentation can be found here.

Known Issues:

• Ensure X-Plane is running at high FPS for optimal EKF performance. (Make sure you have +40 FPS Stable)
• Occasional Vertical Velocity instability. In this version, we removed the barometer from EKF estimations to improve and added a low pass filter and median filter for the accelerometer. If our FPS drops below 40, this problem will become more serious. You can tune parameters for relaxed preflight and acceptance checks if needed.

Contribution and Support:

• Contributions are welcome! Please report any issues via GitHub.

YouTube video tutorial for v2 will be released soon!