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SIMMARKET Easter Party 2026

SIMMARKET launches its Easter Party 2026 sale, offering discounts on a broad range of flight simulation products including scenery, aircraft, and tools. The sale features price reductions of up to 40% on titles from various developers and supports multiple simulators within the flight simulation ecosystem. The campaign highlights include discounts on dense European hub airports and photorealistic cityscapes in Asia, providing significant savings for users looking to expand their libraries. The sale’s curated selection targets popular and high-quality addons, making it a notable opportunity for simmers to acquire premium content at reduced prices.

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Flight Journal: Cross continent with the PMDG 777-F

PMDG recently updated their Boeing 777 series, including the 777-F freighter variant, for Microsoft Flight Simulator. The update applies to the entire 777 line, bringing the aircraft to the latest version supported by PMDG. This release targets simmers who operate long-haul flights and want the latest systems fidelity in the 777. The update includes refinements to the FMC database and improved systems modeling, particularly in the fuel management and engine start procedures. PMDG also addressed several bugs related to the autopilot and flight director behavior during cruise. The 777-F update is available immediately for existing owners at no additional cost, ensuring continuity for those flying cross-continent routes with this aircraft.

Stormbirds.18h ago
Stormbirds · Flight Journal: Cross continent with the PMDG 777-F
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MK Studios – Porto LPPR for MSFS in the Starting Block | Release Soon

MK Studios announces the upcoming release of their Porto LPPR airport scenery for Microsoft Flight Simulator. The developer has shared a new preview album showcasing the visuals of the airport. A release date has been set, indicating the product is nearing launch. The preview images reveal detailed terminal buildings and accurate runway markings specific to Porto Airport. MK Studios aims to capture the unique architectural features of LPPR, including the control tower and apron layout. The announcement confirms the scenery will be available soon, providing MSFS users with a new Portuguese airport to explore.

SimFlight.21h ago
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DC Designs Updates: SU-27 Flanker & Concorde Now Native in MSFS 2024
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DC Designs Updates: SU-27 Flanker & Concorde Now Native in MSFS 2024

DC Designs releases the SU-27 Flanker as the first fully native Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 conversion, available as a free update for existing owners. The developer also announces ongoing work on the Concorde conversion for MSFS 2024, signaling continued support for the new simulator version. The SU-27 Flanker update includes native integration with MSFS 2024 but still lacks weapon weight implementation, which affects flight dynamics related to armament. DC Designs emphasizes that while the conversion is complete, some features remain under development to fully leverage the new simulator’s capabilities. This release allows current SU-27 owners to transition seamlessly to MSFS 2024 without repurchasing, preserving their investment.

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SimFlight · DC Designs Updates: SU-27 Flanker & Concorde Now Native in M…
PMDG Prepares 737-700NG for MSFS 2024 with Major High Detail Update
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PMDG Prepares 737-700NG for MSFS 2024 with Major High Detail Update

PMDG announces the release of the 737-700NG for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, scheduled for April 9th, 2026. This release will be the first in the 737NG lineup to include the fully implemented High Detail Update. The developer previously revealed this update in late 2025. The High Detail Update introduces significant visual enhancements tailored specifically for MSFS 2024, improving the aircraft's exterior and interior model fidelity. The update also refines system modeling and textures to leverage the new simulator's capabilities. This release marks a milestone for PMDG as it sets a new standard for their 737NG series on the latest Microsoft Flight Simulator platform.

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SimFlight · PMDG Prepares 737-700NG for MSFS 2024 with Major High Detail…
Stormbirds turns ten! Taking a moment to celebrate ten a very special ten year anniversary!
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Stormbirds turns ten! Taking a moment to celebrate ten a very special ten year anniversary!

Stormbirds marks its tenth anniversary since its inception on April 5th, 2016, celebrating a decade of continuous flight simulation news, editorials, reviews, and commentary. The platform has consistently covered developments across various flight simulators without specifying a single product or developer focus. Over the past ten years, Stormbirds has published more than 4,600 articles, reflecting a substantial archive of detailed content for the flight simulation community. This milestone highlights the platform’s sustained commitment to delivering in-depth analysis and updates, making it a significant resource for sim pilots and developers alike.

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SayIntentions ATIS Now Integrated in Navigraph Charts
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SayIntentions ATIS Now Integrated in Navigraph Charts

Navigraph Charts integrates SayIntentions.ai ATIS into its platform, providing virtual pilots with expanded access to real-time ATIS information. This update is available within Navigraph Charts, a tool widely used for flight planning and in-sim reference, and supports multiple flight simulators compatible with Navigraph's services. The integration allows users to select runways from the Flights menu and instantly view the corresponding ATIS page through the sidebar DEP feature. This addition complements existing ATIS sources already available in Navigraph Charts, offering pilots a broader range of weather and airport information for departures and arrivals. By incorporating SayIntentions.ai, Navigraph enhances situational awareness and decision-making capabilities during flight preparation and execution.

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SimFlight · SayIntentions ATIS Now Integrated in Navigraph Charts
In SU 5 1.7.16, ATC functions occasionally hang for duration of flight
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In SU 5 1.7.16, ATC functions occasionally hang for duration of flight

Microsoft releases update 1.7.16 for Microsoft Flight Simulator, addressing an issue affecting the simulator's ATC system. The update targets users across all platforms supported by Microsoft Flight Simulator, including PC and Xbox. The update fixes a bug where ATC response options become unresponsive and remain disabled for the entire flight, particularly noted during IFR clearance prompts. This intermittent problem was reproducible during free flight sessions using Simbrief IFR flight plans. The fix restores proper ATC interaction functionality, ensuring pilots can respond to ATC prompts without the interface freezing.

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MSFS Community Forums · In SU 5 1.7.16, ATC functions occasionally hang for duration…
WINCTRL Outlines 2026 Hardware Roadmap with Expanding Simulation Ecosystem
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WINCTRL Outlines 2026 Hardware Roadmap with Expanding Simulation Ecosystem

WINCTRL announces its 2026 hardware roadmap, focusing on an expanding lineup of flight simulation products designed for cockpit builders and advanced desktop users. The developer emphasizes modular ecosystems and improved tactile feedback across its upcoming devices, targeting multiple flight simulators without specifying exact titles. All products are currently in development, with no final release dates provided. The roadmap reveals plans to enhance hardware integration by aligning components more closely with real-world cockpit standards, aiming to increase system interoperability. WINCTRL intends to introduce new modules that can be combined flexibly, allowing users to customize their setups extensively. This approach signals a shift toward more scalable and realistic hardware solutions within the flight simulation community.

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SimFlight · WINCTRL Outlines 2026 Hardware Roadmap with Expanding Simula…
Binding with multiple inputs disables multiple throttles on same axis
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Binding with multiple inputs disables multiple throttles on same axis

A user report highlights a bug affecting the latest SU5 beta version of Microsoft Flight Simulator, where binding multiple throttle axes to the same input axis disables the functionality of multiple throttles on that axis. The issue appears across different peripheral types and is not isolated to a single hardware setup, as noted by the user who recently configured their system. The bug specifically occurs when separate throttle axes, such as Throttle 1 Axis and Throttle 2 Axis, are assigned to the same physical input axis, resulting in the throttles not responding independently. The user cannot confirm if this problem is a regression introduced in the SU5 beta or an existing issue. This behavior impacts pilots using multi-throttle setups, which are common in complex cockpit builds requiring separate control over multiple engines.

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MSFS Community Forums · Binding with multiple inputs disables multiple throttles on …
New PC and new install but horrific frame rate
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New PC and new install but horrific frame rate

A user reports severe performance issues after installing Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on a new PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 8-Core Processor and 32 GB of RAM. Despite running the latest MSFS 2024 updates and setting all graphics options to basic, the simulator exhibits frame rates so low that input reactions lag by three to four seconds. The user’s system details include a 64-bit operating system and a device name labeled "Flying," but no additional addons or modifications have been installed beyond the official updates. This report highlights a significant performance problem on a high-end CPU and ample RAM, suggesting potential optimization or compatibility issues with MSFS 2024 on certain hardware configurations.

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MSFS Community Forums · New PC and new install but horrific frame rate
Disable AI traffic but keep real time traffic
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Disable AI traffic but keep real time traffic

A user shares a method for disabling AI traffic and AI parked aircraft while retaining real-time traffic and parked aircraft in Microsoft Flight Simulator. The instructions apply specifically to the simulator's settings menu, focusing on graphics and online traffic configurations. The user sets "Aircraft traffic quantity" and "Parked aircraft quantity" to Off under Settings → Graphics → Global Rendering Quality to remove AI traffic and parked aircraft. They also set Traffic Type to Real Time Online and enable Multiplayer with Multiplayer replication models to ensure online players remain visible during flights. This approach allows the user to fly with friends without AI traffic cluttering the skies or parking areas.

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MSFS Community Forums · Disable AI traffic but keep real time traffic
Shadescene Releases Whanganui (NZWU) in New Zealand for MSFS24
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Shadescene Releases Whanganui (NZWU) in New Zealand for MSFS24

ShadeScene releases Whanganui Airport (NZWU) for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, adding to its collection of New Zealand scenery. This new product focuses on the regional airfield situated on the North Island’s west coast. The release is specifically designed for the latest version of Microsoft Flight Simulator. The scenery features a detailed recreation of Whanganui Airport, capturing the surrounding river landscapes that define the area. The developer emphasizes accurate terrain modeling and custom textures to reflect the airport’s quiet but significant role in regional aviation. This release provides simmers with a new destination that highlights a less commonly modeled part of New Zealand’s North Island.

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SimFlight · Shadescene Releases Whanganui (NZWU) in New Zealand for MSFS…

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Just Flight and Black Square Pushes Depth Further with Caravan Professional for MSFS
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Just Flight and Black Square Pushes Depth Further with Caravan Professional for MSFS

Black Square, in collaboration with Just Flight, releases the Caravan Professional for Microsoft Flight Simulator, covering both MSFS 2020 and MSFS 2024 versions. This product is a comprehensive redevelopment of the Cessna 208 Caravan, not just a minor update or patch. The Caravan Professional features a complete re-engineering of aircraft systems to enhance operational realism and system fidelity. The package is available as separate versions tailored for the two MSFS platforms, reflecting a commitment to detailed simulation of the aircraft’s complex avionics and flight dynamics. This release is significant for simmers seeking a more authentic and technically accurate representation of the Cessna 208 in Microsoft Flight Simulator.

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2d ago
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SimFlight · Just Flight and Black Square Pushes Depth Further with Carav…
Impressive backcountry flyer! Full review of the FlyBoy Simulations RANS S-6S for MSFS 2024
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Impressive backcountry flyer! Full review of the FlyBoy Simulations RANS S-6S for MSFS 2024

FlyBoy Simulations releases the RANS S-6S for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. This product is specifically designed for the latest version of MSFS and focuses on the bush flying category. The developer aims to fill a gap in the backcountry flying segment with this aircraft. The RANS S-6S features detailed modeling of the airframe and cockpit, capturing the unique characteristics of this light sport aircraft. The simulation includes accurate flight dynamics tailored to backcountry operations, such as short takeoff and landing performance. Pricing and availability details are not explicitly stated, but the release marks a notable addition to the niche of bush flying aircraft in MSFS 2024.

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2d ago
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Stormbirds · Impressive backcountry flyer! Full review of the FlyBoy Simu…
PMDG 737-700 and high detail update coming April 9
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PMDG 737-700 and high detail update coming April 9

PMDG announces the release of the 737-700 and a high detail update for the 737NG series, scheduled for April 9. The update and new aircraft will be available for Microsoft Flight Simulator. The developer has shared a trailer lasting five and a half minutes showcasing these additions. The high detail update enhances the visual and system fidelity of the existing 737NG models, addressing community feedback regarding detail levels. The 737-700 introduces a new variant with specific systems and flight dynamics modeled by PMDG. This release marks a significant expansion of the 737NG family within Microsoft Flight Simulator, reflecting PMDG's ongoing commitment to detailed airliner simulations.

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Stormbirds · PMDG 737-700 and high detail update coming April 9
DCS: MiG-17F development spotlight, C-130 livery contest final call, F-100 notches closer to completion
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DCS: MiG-17F development spotlight, C-130 livery contest final call, F-100 notches closer to completion

Eagle Dynamics provides an update on the development of the DCS: MiG-17F, showcasing progress on the afterburning variant of the classic Soviet jet. The developer also announces the final call for submissions to the DCS: C-130J livery contest, inviting community participation before the deadline. Additionally, the F-100 Super Sabre module inches closer to completion, with ongoing work detailed in the latest DCS World Weekend News. The MiG-17F update highlights advancements in modeling the aircraft's afterburner system and flight dynamics, reflecting Randy Ball's original design efforts. The C-130J livery contest nearing its end offers a chance for users to contribute custom liveries that will be integrated into the module's official release. Progress on the F-100 includes system modeling and cockpit detailing, indicating the module's approach toward a public beta phase.

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Stormbirds · DCS: MiG-17F development spotlight, C-130 livery contest fin…
IL-2 Series Korea update details terrain and visuals
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IL-2 Series Korea update details terrain and visuals

1C Game Studios releases an update for the IL-2 Sturmovik Series Korea project, focusing on terrain and visual enhancements. This update applies specifically to the IL-2 Sturmovik simulator platform. The developer shares new screenshots showcasing the progress of the Korea project’s visual improvements. The update introduces advanced terrain textures and lighting effects that significantly enhance the visual fidelity of the Korean theater. The developer addresses skepticism by demonstrating how new technologies improve environmental detail and atmospheric conditions. These enhancements contribute to a more detailed and visually accurate representation of the Korean War setting within the IL-2 Sturmovik Series.

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Stormbirds · IL-2 Series Korea update details terrain and visuals
Got Friends Taylorcraft moves to beta, new screenshots released and big website sale
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Got Friends Taylorcraft moves to beta, new screenshots released and big website sale

Got Friends announces that their Taylorcraft BC-12D has entered beta testing, with community members actively participating in identifying and resolving bugs. The developer is preparing the aircraft for release and has shared new screenshots showcasing the current state of the model. This update applies to the Taylorcraft BC-12D, although the specific simulator compatibility is not explicitly stated. Alongside the beta announcement, Got Friends has revamped their website and launched a significant sale, offering discounts on their products. The beta testing phase involves detailed feedback from users to ensure system accuracy and model fidelity before the final release. The new screenshots highlight improvements in the aircraft’s exterior and cockpit modeling, reflecting ongoing development progress.

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Stormbirds · Got Friends Taylorcraft moves to beta, new screenshots relea…

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