Previous Versions

Listed here are the “Landmarks” of SSM2007 evolution.
only the most recent Previous release has a full change log.

If you have one of those version you would want to go to the space shuttle mission website and get the latest patch from the download section.

• Added: Russian Spacecraft docked at ISS during STS-130
  
• Fixed: Focus, Alt-Tab, etc. bugs on some Windows setups.
  

• The latest NASA Space Shuttle Mission - STS-130 - which has just returned after installing the final modules on the ISS.
  
• The OBSS camera video link to enable the crew to visually examine the thermal shield tiles
  
• The Cupola crew station (when docked to the ISS and after the Cupola has been installed) – enjoy the breathtaking views of Earth from the place inside the ISS.
  

Released on January 23rd, 2010.

• Added: Active MON 2
  
• Added: Active CCTV video mixer
  
• Added: Docking comms
  

Release on December 24th, 2009.

• Added: Ares I-X launch event
  

• Change: Better water effects
  

Released on November 29nd, 2009.

• Added: ISS PMA ACSMI LEDs active and reflect the ISS ACS Modding
  
• Added: Docking distance to PMA callouts
  
• Added: Docking guidance callouts
  

• Change: Additional improvements to the ISS 3D model, mainly textures, bump maps and shaders.
  

Released on November 22nd, 2009.

• Added: ISS Alpha joints adjusted in all relevant ISS missions to match historical attitude during docking.
  
• Added: Visible 3D cockpit + Astronauts in external view.
  
• Added: Docking aids: CCTV reticule and ISS PMA ACSMI LEDs
  

• Change: Significant improvements to the ISS 3D model:PMAs, Modules, Handrails, texturing, bump mapping, accuracy
  

Released on October 18th, 2009.

• Added: New Mission STS-128
  
• Added: New EVA-assist Help system
  
• Added: UNIV PTG TRACK implemented for mission-related targets: it will always point the PLB towards the target.
  
• Added: ISS solar panels in the correct position during docking.
  

Released on September 20th, 2009.

• Change: RCS translation is inhibited during Time Skip.
  
• Change: Flare indicators and guidance diamond declutter automatically during final flare.
  
• Change: PULSE mode translation time is now dependant on the TRANS PULSE setting in DAP.
  
• Change: PULSE mode rotation not limited to the rate settings in DAP config.
  

Released on September 6th, 2009.

• Added: R-BAR, TORVA, V-BAR, Fly-Around procedures
  
• Added: Differential Braking after landing
  
• Changed: Realistic LOS indicator
  

Released on July 19th, 2009.

• Added: STS-125 (New mission)
  
• Added: Second rescue Shuttle on launch pad 39B
  
• Added: New ambient sound on flight deck, mid-deck, Spacelab.
  

Released on June 20th, 2009.

• Added: Full Free Floating mode within the Shuttle and airlock
  
• Added: STS-47 fully functional hatch and tunnel, and 3D model
  
• Added: Anti-Skid warning light
  
• Added: Fully collimated HUD
  
• Change: T-00:05:00 and T-00:02:00 “No Go” removed to facilitate “Synch Launch” events
  
• Change: HUD now viewed through the correct line of sight
  
• Change: STS-47 Spacelab ops match new free-float mode
  
• Change: RCS Z HI,LO mode enhanced
  
• Change: ADI functionality and better graphics
  
• Fixed: Male/Female voice bug
  

Released May 23rd, 2009.

• Added: STS-100 (New mission)
  
• Added: New voice for landing control
  
• Fixed: Panel 3D glitch on middeck.
  

Original release was SP3.50 released May 10th, 2009.

Released April 12th, 2009.

• Added: Crosswinds during landing
  
• Added: Virtual 3D Mid-deck
  
• Added: Weather report comms
  
• Added: Guidance communications during landing
  
• Added: RMS “Rate Hold” function. Toggle with the R key.
  
• Fixed: Radar altitude on MEDS and HUD. Both activation altitude and readings have been fixed.
  

Released March 10th, 2009.

• Added: MAJOR Addition: Launch 9min wait. Launch Director poll + audio.
  
• Added: MAJOR Addition: New guidance system during landing.
  
• Added: MAJOR Addition: Velocity Vector (VV) indicator during final.
  
• Added: FD turns to VV when on final (GPC software version OI-28)
  
• Change: MAJOR Change:Shuttle handling during landing more realistic.
  
• Change: MAJOR Change: HUD symbology, values truncated, RA clamps at 200'. HUD Alt active from 400kft.
  
• Change: ADI modes, time to HAC, glideslope, etc.
  
• Change: The CDR and PLT GPC keypads in 2D are now toggled on/off by the relevant SHIFT keys.
  
• Fixed: Landing RA calls in tens below 100'.
  

Released January 31st, 2009.

• Added: STS-47 (New mission)
  
• Added: More detailed 3D tower at KSC SLF
  
• Added: Spacelab INTERIOR (a first in SSM2007)
  
• Added: Runway distance markings for KSC
  
• Added: The cockpit now reflects the plasma during reentry.
  
• Change: Gear deployment time
  

Released on December 24th, 2008.

• Added: STS-401 (New mission).
  
• Added: Clouds layer at liftoff and landing.
  
• Added: 6DoF EVA movement.
  
• Added: 6DoF Free Cam movement.
  
• Change: New RMS/EVA/Freecam Keyboard commands.
  

Released on November 21st, 2008.

• Added: STS-51A (New mission)
  
• Added: “Shakes” FX during roll out.
  
• Added: “Bouncy” landing FX.
  
• Added: New sound FX at liftoff.
  
• Change: T:-00:00:12 start, changed to T:-00:01:00.
  

Released on October 19th, 2008.

• Added: STS-98 (new mission).
  
• Added: Spec 96 display in SM mode.
  
• Added: Light sources in virtual cockpit.
  
• Added: Analog gauges in virtual cockpit are lighted.
  
• Change: Adjusted EVA movements.
  

Released on September 13th, 2008.

• Added: STS-32 (new mission)
  
• Added: POV hat can be used to scroll 2D panels
  
• Change: SSME flames
  
• Change: SRB smoke graphics
  
• Change: Shakes starts at SSME ignition.
  
• Change: Adjusted RT timings to accomodate especially fast PCs.
  

Released on August 16th, 2008.

• Added: Major performance optimization
  
• Added: STS-124 (new mission)
  
• Added: Lighted buttons status now visible in virtual cockpit
  
• Added: Adjustable cockpit lighting
  
• Added: Single engine OMS burns possible. Enable before ITEM 22
  
• Added: Second F3 press re-centres EVA FPV too
  
• Change: Smoothening of roll manuever at launch
  

As with all SSM2007 Service Packs it included all the previous features and fixes:

Missions:

• STS-27
  
• STS-93
  
• STS-99
  
• STS-122
  

Features:

• TrackIR:Pro support
  
• Matrox TripleHead2Go support
  
• Vuzix iWear VR920 stereoscopic HMD support
  

Released on July 5th, 2008.

• Added: New Mission - STS-93
  
• Added: Simulation of minor Shuttle system faults.
  
• Added: Runway Overlay in 3D HUD.
  

• Added: Vuzix iWear VR920 ™ stereoscopic goggles HMD support.
  
• Added: Functional caution and other lights on the VC panels.
  
• Added: Cooling and Avionics systems faults and alarms.
  

Released on June 6th, 2008.

• Added: New Mission - STS-99
  

• Added: Visible shockwave during lift off
  
• Added: SRB separation jets
  
• Added: Overhead bottom panel needles and RMS speed needles shows in VC
  

Released on May 17th, 2008.

• Added: New Mission - STS-27
  

• Added Over-G protection
  
• Change: Launches completely reviewed
  
• Change: Smoother release of external tank and boosters
  
• Fixed: OMS burns uses correct amount of fuel and the target altitudes is correct within 1 nautical mile
  

Released on April, 2008.

• Added: New Mission - STS-122
  
• Added: new EVA HUD
  

• Added: Line Of Sight (LOS) indicator is fully operational in the 3D Cockpit.
  
• Added: Now all the views “remember” the last position.
  
• Added: Reduced tolerance for VS during landing.
  

• Added: Support for Wide Screen
  
• Added: Support for Nvidia ™ NView Dual Monitors
  
• Added: Support for Matrox ™ TripleHead2Go
  

• Change: Deorb and landing fine-tuning
  
• Fixed: Bad orbit insertion when frequently using timeskip during launch
  

• Added: TrackIR Support
  
• Change: Deorb and landing fine-tuning
  

• Initial Release