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Microsoft Flight

Stay up to date with Microsoft's next flight simulation package; Microsoft Flight.  You can find the latest news, screenshots and videos right here at Fly Away Simulation.  Use the following links.

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UFOs and Aviation - A Closer Look

UFOs and other phenomena have intrigued the general public for many years.  Ever since the beginning of the Cold War, there has been an explosion in UFO sightings and reports - but what is to blame?  Could it be secret government military aircraft or something more "out of this world"?  This article talks about many aspects of UFO sightings, explanations and food for thought; read it here.

FSX Boeing/BAe T-45C Goshawk

The Boeing/BAe T-45C Goshawk is a modified version of the BAe Hawk single engine jet trainer aircraft which has been adapted for use on aircraft carriers.  You can now download this aircraft for your copy of FSX right now from our download library.  The add-on features many high resolution textures, working virtual cockpit, 3D gauges and 3D animated parts.  Download now.

RailWorks 3: Train Simulator 2012 Review

Train Simulator 2012 or as it's also know as RailWorks 3 is the next version of RailWorks that has been released by development company RailSimulator.com.  Our train simulation expert, Henk van Ahee from the Netherlands has completed a written review of this amazing product.  For full details, click here.

Free Flight Simulator Packages

There are many flight simulation package available for PC and Mac, and lots of them are open source and completely free to download and use.  FlightGear is probably the best open source flight simulator package, while X-Plane do have a free demo available to download too.  Our article on free flight simulator packages analyzes each package in detail.  For a complete analysis, view the article here.

Is the Concorde the Most Loved Airplane of All Time?

The Concorde was possibly one of the greatest passenger aircraft that has ever graced our skies.  Bringing supersonic flight to travelers, business people and aviation enthusiasts; flying faster than the speed of sound wasn't just for military aviators.  This article talks about every aspect of Concorde's life in detail - from maiden flight to demise.  Read it here.

Microsoft Flight: Fly Away Visit the Microsoft Game Studios

In December 2011, Microsoft invited a select few members of the flight simulation community to discuss and preview their upcoming simulation package, Microsoft Flight.  Our article covers the event with hundreds of comments from members of our own community.  Don't miss this article - it's a must read.

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New to flight simulation?

Welcome to Fly Away Simulation, the Internet's premier source of flight simulator resources. We cover many aspects of flight simulation on this website including the popular simulator series released by Microsoft: Microsoft Flight, Flight Simulator X, FS2004 and even older releases.

Getting Started

Before you are able to become a virtual aviator, you need a simulation package for your PC or Mac. We feature some great free flight simulator packages that users may download including X-Plane, FlightGear and Orbiter. However, for a true simulation experience and maximum features and expansion options, we currently recommend Microsoft Flight Simulator X or X-Plane from Laminar Research; both be purchased from our simulation store with worldwide delivery.

Joining the website and interacting socially

Once you have a simulator package, the first step is to register for an account with us so that you have full access to the downloads sections along with a full profile in the forums and any comments you make on the website. You don't have to register to post in the forums or comments sections, however to access all of the expansion add-ons and downloads, you will need to register.

Downloads

The Fly Away Simulation flight simulator downloads directory is one of the biggest and most well organized file libraries there is for flight simulator downloads.  Covering downloads for Microsoft Flight Simulator X, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004, X-Plane and soon Microsoft's next simulation package, Microsoft Flight.

Most of the expansions for FSX, FS2004 and X-Plane include installation instructions to help you install them, however if you are having trouble installing any aircraft or scenery, feel free to visit our flight simulation forum - you don't even have to be a member it.

Listed are add-on aircraft, scenery packages, helicopters, tools and utilities, panels and many more.  You need a membership to the website in order to download the files from our library, so register here.

FSX Downloads FS2004 Downloads X-Plane Downloads

FSX Makhado AFB Scenery Makhado AFB Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:00:02 GMT

FSX Scenery Makhado AFB, South Africa. The airport is now also used for commercial flights. Made from default objects and buildings. Custom designed AFCAD correctly placed. This airport is made for FSX Acceleration. It will work with SP2 but not all the buildings will display. Free library objects used from Jaxan Prier, Guy Diotte, Michael Carr and Jim Dhaenens. By Jacques Botha and Frits Beyer. Screenshot of Makhado AFB Scenery. Instructions : 1.Unzip...

FSX Scotland Landclass Scenery Scotland Landclass Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:45:17 GMT

FSX Scotland Landclass Scenery UK v2. The file includes accurate landclass scenery for the entire Highland and Grampian Region of Scotland, along with the Islands in the Hebridean Group, the Orkneys and the Shetland Islands. The landclass was created using the design tool SBuilderX, where the landclass was derived (by hand) from background satellite photos. The landclass depicts cities, towns, medium sized villages, forests, farmland and mountain land usage to an accuracy of about 1 sq km....

FSX Birchwood-Pocono Scenery Birchwood-Pocono Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:42:16 GMT

FSX Birchwood-Pocono Scenery. Birchwood-Pocono was built by the owner of the late Pocono Airlines as part of a grand resort. The resort and airstrip were closed in the mid-90's. This is another Sharkey attempt to revive closed or unknown airports in the US. By John "Sharkey" Hawranick, Jr. Screenshot of Birchwood-Pocono Scenery. Birchwood-Pocono was built by the owner of the late Pocono Airlines as part of a grand resort. The resort and airstrip were closed...

FSX Hopedale Industrial Park Scenery Hopedale Industrial Park Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:39:40 GMT

FSX Scenery Hopedale Industrial Park airport (1B6), Massachusetts (MA), v1.0. Featuring a 3173 foot runway in a tight location in the middle of an industrial park in a tiny town. Designed for use with FSX default scenery, so no additional object libraries needed. Also adds some helpful nearby VFR landmarks and secondary roads to the towns of Milford and Hopedale. By JPS. Runway at Hopedale Industrial Park. INSTALLATION: Make sure FSX is not running. Extract these...

FSX 1MA5 Southborough Scenery 1MA5 Southborough Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:35:07 GMT

FSX Scenery 1MA5 Southborough, Massachusetts (MA). Private runway at residence of John Garabedian. Located at top of hill between the Mass. Turnpike and Route 9. A short 1500 foot runway in a tight location in the woods. Designed for use with FSX default scenery, so no additional object libraries needed. Also adds some helpful nearby VFR landmarks and secondary roads. By JPS. View over RW29. INSTALLATION: Make sure FSX is not running. Extract these three files...

FSX Oslo Gardermoen (ENGM) Photoscenery Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:27:41 GMT

FSX Scenery Oslo Gardermoen (ENGM) Photoscenery, Norway. This photoscenery fits like a glove to Airports of Norway 2.95 (AON_V295.ZIP). It is 20cm high quality data which the author actually purchased, and is very sharp at all heights, and have four seasons. This photoscenery is an integrated part of Airports of Norway. This scenery is (as Airports of Norway are)...always in development. Therefore there are many things unfinished, like night lighting on the roads and lots of other...

FSX Airports Of Norway Scenery Airports Of Norway Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:25:31 GMT

FSX Scenery Airports Of Norway v2.95. New update, now with 24 airports, and 33 new, realistic Gmax models with high resolution textures. New runway/taxiway layouts based on AIP and satellite photos. New flattens and landclass. Most of the new gmax models at ENCN, ENLI, ENZV plus a few at the northern airports. Airports: ENFG, ENGM, ENRY, ENTO, ENSN, ENCN, ENLI, ENZV, ENHD, ENSO, ENBM, ENSG, ENML, ENKB, ENNM, ENMS, ENEV, ENTC, ENDU, ENAT, ENSK, ENNA, ENHF and ENKR. As before: Do not overwrite...

FSX Charlotte Douglas Airport Scenery Charlotte Douglas Airport Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:20:44 GMT

FSX Scenery Charlotte Douglas Airport (KCLT), North Carolina (NC). This scenery is for FSX SP2 only. It updates all gates and parking to the default KCLT airport. All jetways and buildings are visable and work. Also added a new tower and cargo terminal with cargo jet parking. Made using ADE. No extra files needed. By Rob Touchtone. Charlotte Douglas Logo. This updates KCLT_1. Fixes taxi way issue. This file is for FSX SP2.(Service Pack 2 needed for texture files and...

FSX Apiay Colombia Scenery Apiay Colombia Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:18:21 GMT

FSX Scenery Apiay Colombia. By Andres Ramirez. Aerial view of Apiay Columbia Scenery.   ...

FSX El Yopal Colombia Scenery El Yopal Colombia Scenery

Download added on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:15:26 GMT

FSX Scenery El Yopal Colombia. By Andres Ramirez. Stationary plane at El Yopal Colombia. Plane landing at El Yopal Colombia.   ...

Get Yourself a Simulation Package!

Before you can enjoy virtual aviation, you will need to get yourself a simulation package.  There are many simulation games out there, but currently the best and most expandable are Microsoft Flight Simulator X or X-Plane.

Get Microsoft Flight Simulator XFSX

Microsoft's flight simulation packages have always been the most popular, and not by chance.  They feature complete world scenery and many stunning aircraft out of the box.  Microsoft Flight Simulator X is the latest of their simulation series that offers "full world" simulation with a complete experience.  This differs from the newer 2012 "Microsoft Flight" game, as this is not a complete simulation package out of the box; it's more of a quick, fun game with no third party add-on support - so for those who want the full simulation experience, we recommend FSX.

Get X-PlaneX-Plane 10

X-Plane has always been the professional's choice when it comes to simulation games, it features many advanced functions and ultimate realism.  Just released is X-Plane version 10, which is quite possibly the ultimate simulation package there is available.  X-Plane runs on Windows and Mac so you don't have to worry about what operating system you run.  Out of the box, over 20 aircraft are included and highly detailed world scenery with thousands of airports and airfields.

Carenado Releases PA32R 301 Saratoga SP For FS2004 Carenado Releases PA32R 301 Saratoga SP For FS2004

Posted on Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 (263 reads)

Carenado announced its release of PA32R 301 Saratoga SP for FS2004 in February 2010.

Over the past few years, Carenado has created many products for FSX and FS2004. Their latest release, Piper PA32R 301 Saratoga, offers a high performance single engine aircraft with a trendy design. Carenado previously released an FSX version of the same add-on.

X-Plane 10 Now Ready for Purchase on SimShack.net X-Plane 10 Now Ready for Purchase on SimShack.net

Posted on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:26:10 GMT in X-Plane (436 reads)

X-Plane version 10 is now ready for purchase on SimShack.net.  Order your copy today to ensure your order is dispatched on the 17th February, when the product arrives in stock.

Livewire Airlines News

Posted on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:00:00 GMT in Virtual Airlines (334 reads)

Established in 2000, Livewire Airlines is a company focused on virtual flights, offering thousands of flights and a wide range of aircraft to choose from.

Livewire Airlines had modest beginnings – it started its operations with a small hub in Westchester, NY.  The company has expanded over the years: today it has four divisions that operate around the world, offering international flights.

New Feb Developments At Captain Sim

Posted on Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:47:30 GMT in Other flight sim related news (453 reads)

In February 2010, Captain Sim made two announcements: firstly, a free demo of 727 Captain is now available and secondly, 767 Captain has been awarded the PC Pilot Platinum Award.

VFR Molokai Hawaii Released by Newport VFR Molokai Hawaii Released by Newport

Posted on Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:48:57 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator X (599 reads)

In February 2010, Newport announced its release of VFR Molokai Hawaii, a photoreal scenery with day, night, dawn and dusk textures for the beautiful Hawaiian island.

VFR Molokai Hawaii is a new addition to a series of Newport’s previous great FSX Hawaiian scenery products, namely Megascenery X Hawaii and Hawaii Dillingham X. VFR Molokai Hawaii scenery add-on is a day/night/dawn/dusk scenery of the whole island of Molokai Hawaii. Molokai is the fifth largest of the main Hawaiian Islands.

Aerosoft Announces Simcheck Airbus A300B4-200 Aerosoft Announces Simcheck Airbus A300B4-200

Posted on Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:52:35 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator X (482 reads)

Aerosoft announces the release of the download version of the Simcheck Airbus A300B4-200 for FSX.  This release includes a detailed version of the first generation Airbus jetliner, back before glass cockpits, but with an advanced autopilot.

Designing a state-of-the-art airbus simulation for FSX is a huge challenge – expertise and patience are required.

IRIS Flight Simulation Software Release DA-40 Diamond Star IRIS Flight Simulation Software Release DA-40 Diamond Star

Posted on Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:03:24 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator X (713 reads)

IRIS Flight Simulation Software announced the release of Diamond Star in February 2010.

Diamond Star is the first of a series of general aviation aircraft from IRIS Flight Simulation Software, and it features custom sounds, gauges, four visual models and more.

Boeing 767-200 and -300 for FS2004 Released by CLS Boeing 767-200 and -300 for FS2004 Released by CLS

Posted on Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:48:59 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 (786 reads)

Commercial Level Simulations (CLS) announced on 1 February 2010 its release of Boeing 767-200 and -300, a dedicated model for FS2004.

After one and a half years of unwavering commitment and hard work, CLS released this high quality and highly detailed package which they designed with one goal in mind – to ensure that it enhances simulation experiences for all flight simulation enthusiasts.

TSS Released TSS CRJ-200 GE-CF34 Soundpack TSS Released TSS CRJ-200 GE-CF34 Soundpack

Posted on Sun, 29 Jan 2012 04:00:00 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator X (515 reads)

TSS announced its release of the TSS CRJ-200 GE-CF34 Soundpack in February 2010.

The all new soundpack, TSS CRJ-200 GE-CF34 Soundpack has high quality recordings. Included in this soundpack are sound cones which enable the user to enjoy the CRJ-200 sound from all angles. In the announcement, TSS stated that they have captured all the best sound moments and put them together in this product, creating a stunning representation of the CF34 engine.

Eastern Airlines Virtual Adds Bell 430 Eastern Airlines Virtual Adds Bell 430

Posted on Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10:00:00 GMT in Virtual Airlines (539 reads)

Eastern Airlines Virtual made an announcement in February 2010 about the new addition to its fleet for use on its helicopter routes – the Gmax 430 Bell Chopper (Bell 430).

Eastern Airlines Virtual owns an extensive fleet of Classic and Modern aircrafts.  Bell 430, its newest Chopper, will go along with its helicopter routes.

Ultimate Alaska X For FSX Released Ultimate Alaska X For FSX Released

Posted on Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator X (746 reads)

In February 2010, Flight One Software, in cooperation with Scenery Solutions, announced a new type of product for FSX - Ultimate Alaska X.

Ultimate Alaska X provides a new era of scenery design that simulation pilots can explore and experience in Flight Simulator X.

X-Aviation Announces New Product Line X-Aviation Announces New Product Line

Posted on Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMT in X-Plane (591 reads)

In February 2010, X-Aviation in conjunction with RealScenery announced a new product line scenery for X-Plane.

This new product line scenery for X-Plane will be called “Enhanced” and it will include many new features to the previous RealScenery releases.

Sim Giants Announce Flight Simulator under Development Sim Giants Announce Flight Simulator under Development

Posted on Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:00:00 GMT in Other flight sim related news (836 reads)

Sim Giants announced in February 2010 that they have a new, stand-alone civilian flight simulator under development.

Sim Giants have a solid and reputable record in the flight simulation market – they are well known for their range of FSX and FS2004 scenery add-ons.

Atolls of Tuvalu Released by Pacific Island Sim Atolls of Tuvalu Released by Pacific Island Sim

Posted on Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:34:15 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator X (752 reads)

Pacific Island Sim announced its release of Atolls of Tuvalu on 9th February 2010.

Pacific Island Sims announced that it has recreated Atolls of Tuvalu to capture the history and current state of the atolls, and also to offer FSX pilots the opportunity to fly into one of the smallest and beautiful countries in the world with FSX.

Fly Away Simulation Visit Microsoft Game Studios to Discuss "Microsoft Flight" Fly Away Simulation Visit Microsoft Game Studios to Discuss "Microsoft Flight"

Posted on Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMT in Fly Away Simulation (1015 reads)

Microsoft held a press event at their Game Studios at Redmond, Washington in December 2011, to enable members of the community and press to discuss "Flight" in detail and have any questions answered. With Fly Away Simulation being one of the attendees at the event, they have covered the event and discussed the topics raised in detail on their website.

Manchester Xtreme Scenery Released by UK2000 Manchester Xtreme Scenery Released by UK2000

Posted on Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:00:00 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator X (1053 reads)

In January 2010 UK2000 Scenery announced its release of Manchester Xtreme, a scenery add-on for FSX and FS2004.

Manchester Xtreme is a scenery add-on made to a high level of accuracy and detail – it was designed using a new method that increases frame rates. However, it still maintains a friendly frame rate – making it easy and fun to use. This scenery add-on is considered by UK2000 to be one of its most outstanding versions. The add-on comes with a bonus; you can choose to see Concorde outside of its museum hanger if you like.

Flight One Software released Ultimate Traffic 2 Service Pack 1 Flight One Software released Ultimate Traffic 2 Service Pack 1

Posted on Tue, 17 Jan 2012 03:00:00 GMT in Microsoft Flight Simulator X (1124 reads)

Flight One Software announced the release of Ultimate Traffic 2 SP1 update in January 2010.

Flight One Software’s release of Ultimate Traffic 2 Service Pack 1 comes after broad testing and input from customers. For Flight One Software, this project is a culmination of more than three years of research and development.

VATSIM Software News Jan 2010

Posted on Mon, 16 Jan 2012 19:00:00 GMT in Other flight sim related news (748 reads)

In January 2010, VATSIM Software, a popular online multi-player flying services provider, announced some news related to several of its software utilities, namely Euroscope 3.1, xSquawkbox, Dolomynum and VAT-Spy.

Matrox Announced Multiple Graphics eXpansion Module Support Matrox Announced Multiple Graphics eXpansion Module Support

Posted on Sun, 15 Jan 2012 03:00:00 GMT in Computer Industry News (937 reads)

In a press release in January 2010, Matrox announced the upgrade of its Multiple Graphics eXpansion Module Support.

Matrox Graphics Inc., a major manufacturer of specialized graphics solutions headquartered in Montreal, Canada, announced its release of multiple DualHead2Go and TripleHead2Go Graphics eXpansion Module (GXM) which are designed to drive up to four or six monitors, respectively, from a single system.

UASO Constellation-1 Mission Was a Success

Posted on Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT in Other flight sim related news (638 reads)

UASO announced in January 2010 that their Constellation-1 Mission was completed successfully.

On January 20th 2010, UASO started its Constellation program with the launch of a Titan-34D vehicle which was carrying a Boeing BSS 702 satellite. The program was a success and everything went according to plan.