VSKYLABS Dev Update: Interaction & Assignment Standardization

[VSKYLABS Development News] issued 17th March 2026


Hello VSKYLABS Test-Pilots!

The VSKYLABS Cockpit-Builders Assignment Layer has matured and became a core element of the VSKYLABS development framework. It was already implemented in about 50% of the existing VSKYLABS products, now being deployed to the rest of the fleet.

The Assignment Layer introduces a standardized interaction framework, unifying how cockpit/aircraft elements respond to user input across all supported aircraft.

It provides a straightforward assignment-system for all aircraft switches, knobs, and interactions via a dedicated X-Plane 12 assignment layer, interfaced via X-Plane 12 built-in assignment screens, eliminating the need for using 3rd party plugins for binding commands into hardware switches/knobs/levers/buttons etc...

As part of this process, legacy VSKYLABS interaction methods are being phased out and replaced with current VSKYLABS interaction and assignment logic.

Key outcomes include:
  • Consistent interaction behavior across the VSKYLABS fleet.
  • Expanded and seamless control assignment options.
  • Improved compatibility with custom cockpit hardware setups.
  • Streamlined interaction logic and response.
The VSKYLABS Cockpit-Builders Assignment Layer update is scheduled for implementation in the remaining products starting the very near future.

Remaining VSKYLABS products which are expecting the update:

Attached down below are selected VSKYLABS Cockpit Builders Assignment Layer Feature Cards, of already-implemented aircraft.

Completion of this implementation across the remaining VSKYLABS fleet will mark a significant milestone in VSKYLABS aircraft integration with X-Plane 12.


Stay tuned! 


Huss
VSKYLABS