St. Petersburg - Kazan │ Trying out the Felis Tu-154 for the 1st time │ Historic Flight │ X-Plane 12

Join this X-Plane 12 flight aboard the legendary Tupolev Tu-154, flying from Pulkovo Airport in Saint Petersburg to Kazan International Airport. With Ablomis recently announcing an upcoming Tu-154 for Microsoft Flight Simulator in collaboration with Flight Sim Studio (FSS), there has never been a better time to experience this iconic Soviet airliner. While we eagerly await the MSFS version, X-Plane users have enjoyed a highly detailed, study-level Tu-154 for years. Today, I'm taking the Felis Tu-154 for its first flight, exploring its deep systems, authentic Soviet-era procedures, and unique cockpit workflow. I can't wait to see what the upcoming MSFS rendition will bring, but for now, let's enjoy one of the finest classic airliner simulations ever created. The aircraft which is operating today's flight will be a Pulkovo Aviation Enterprise Tupolev Tu-154 (FLIGHT NUMBER: PLK783; CALLSIGN: PULKOVO 783). Enjoy the flight! Different phases of the flight: 0:00-01:48 Intro - Saint Petersburg, Russia 01:48-28:33 Cold and Dark, Flight Deck Preparations & Boarding 28:33-44:27 Pushback & Engine Start 44:27-54:36 Taxiing 54:36-58:04 Take-off 58:04-1:19:36 Climb 1:19:36-2:15:11 Cruising 2:15:11-2:46:37 Descent 2:46:37-2:53:18 Approach 2:53:18-2:56:48 Landing 2:56:48-3:09:22 Taxiing to Parking 3:09:22-3:22:47 Shutdown & Deboarding 3:22:47-3:24:35 Replay - Left Side 3:24:51-3:25:56 Replay - Control Tower 3:25:56-3:27:20 Replay - Chase 3:27:20-3:28:55 Replay - Cabin View 3:28:55-3:30:07 Outro - Kazan, Russia If you like my channel and the videos don't forget to subscribe:    / @mg-ii-mg   About X-Plane 12: X-Plane is a flight simulator initially launched by Laminar Research in 1995. Since 1995, X-Plane has been at the forefront of flight simulation, continually pushing the boundaries of realism and immersion. X-Plane 12 carries this legacy forward, offering a state-of-the-art simulator that combines real-world physics, unprecedented systems depth, and a true-to-life simulation of the world. X-Plane 12 takes immersion to new heights with its dramatically improved volumetric clouds and real live weather system. The new volumetric clouds create stunning, dynamic skies that evolve with the weather. Paired with live weather feature, which updates conditions in real-time based on global meteorological data, every flight feels truly authentic. It also introduces a new lighting model that transforms the visual experience. XP12 redefines environmental realism with its enhanced scenery features. The world comes to life with new 3D trees that sway in the wind, realistic 3D water that reacts naturally to weather, and updated autogen that brings cities and landscapes to vivid detail. Airports are more immersive than ever with fresh textures, moving boats, and over 20,000 3D airports sourced from the X-Plane Gateway, each with unique, community-driven enhancements. Whether flying low over dense forests or landing at a bustling airport, X-Plane 12's scenery creates an unparalleled sense of place and realism. Add-ons: Felis Tupolev Tu-154 B2 (XP12 version): https://forums.x-plane.org/forums/top... and Felis Discord Saint-Petersburg Pulkovo (ULLI): https://store.x-plane.org/ULLI--Saint... X-Plane Map Enhancement: https://x-plane.to/file/1559/x-plane-... SimBrief: https://dispatch.simbrief.com/home Navigraph: https://navigraph.com/ AviTab: https://forums.x-plane.org/files/file... XSUIPC: https://www.schiratti.com/xpuipc.html Better Pushback: https://forums.x-plane.org/files/file... TFDi Design PACX: https://tfdidesign.com/pacx.php LiveTraffic: https://forums.x-plane.org/files/file... FlyLive Studio: https://flyapps.weebly.com/flylive-st...