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This section will include miscellaneous flight simulation news. Here, you will find flight simulator-related stories, announcements and developments which we believe you will find interesting, helpful and informative. Every once in a while we might also include information about special offers and discounts.

Individuals who enjoy GLB Flight Products will be glad to know that the company will be offering their customers a special deal. This is in celebration of them being in business for one year. For those of you unfamiliar with GLB Flight Products, they are a company that manufactures hardware for flight simulation games. To reward both current and prospective clients, GLB will be offering a price break of 5 pounds for those persons that spend at least 50 pounds at the website. This is a limited time offer.

Another cool development in the world of flight simulation is the release of Pre-Flight (v.4). This is a Windows based software and a RC flight simulator. This particular version is especially exciting because it can be played in 3D. Individuals who own or are willing to purchase 3-D glasses will be able to play in this dimension.

For more miscellaneous flight sim news, be sure to come back and visit us regularly. We will place additional information that we believe will be of interest to you, here.

Dauntless Software Releases SimPlates Ultra Dauntless Software Releases SimPlates Ultra

Posted on Thu, 17 Jan 2013 08:53:54 GMT (13028 reads)

If you are a dedicated simulator pilot looking to take your flight simulator experience to the next level – SimPlates Ultra is a tool you might like to play around with. 

FS Video Marshaller – Simulate Hand Signals Used by Real-World Pilots FS Video Marshaller – Simulate Hand Signals Used by Real-World Pilots

Posted on Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:40:00 GMT (4817 reads)

The creators of FS2Crew have released a new product – FS Video Marshaller, a program that enables users to simulate the same ground-to-cockpit and cockpit-to-ground hand signals used by pilots. The program uses video technology.

Principles of Flight Simulation Book Released Principles of Flight Simulation Book Released

Posted on Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT (4912 reads)

A Press Release announced that the Principles of Flight Simulation Book, a comprehensive guide to flight simulation, has been published

Significant Graphical Improvements in PRE-Flight Version 6 Significant Graphical Improvements in PRE-Flight Version 6

Posted on Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT (3951 reads)

Transcendental Technologies announced the release of PRE-Flight Version 6, positioning PRE-Flight at the top of the industry as a leading company providing the best graphics on an RC flight simulator. 

A New Version of US Aviation Topographic Atlas Available

Posted on Sat, 29 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT (4090 reads)

A new version of the US Aviation Topographic Atlas, which contains full color and full-scale replica of FAA World Aeronautical Charts (WACs) for the United States, is now available. 

B-2 Stealth Bomber Model Now Available for PreFlightSim

Posted on Sat, 22 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT (1867 reads)

The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit is an American strategic bomber with the capacity to deploy a wide range of weapons. It can penetrate anti-aircraft defenses and drop heavy conventional and nuclear bombs. 

New Model for Free Download: Sukhoi Su-26 Aerobatic Plane New Model for Free Download: Sukhoi Su-26 Aerobatic Plane

Posted on Sun, 02 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT (2574 reads)

Transcendental Technologies has announced a new model - the PRE-Flight Sukhoi Su-26 aerobatic plane. This model is available for free download to all PRE-Flight owners. 

PRE-Flight Avatar Samson Helicopter Now Available

Posted on Sat, 01 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT (2153 reads)

Transcendental Technologies PRE-Flight RC Flight Simulator has announced that PRE-Flight Avatar Samson Helicopter is now available for Free Download.

Rise Of Flight Update 1.011 Released Rise Of Flight Update 1.011 Released

Posted on Wed, 29 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT (2202 reads)

In March 2010, Moscow-based Neoqb announced its release of Rise Of Flight: The First Great Air War, also known as Rise Of Flight Update 1.011.

Updated AirwaySim Updated AirwaySim

Posted on Thu, 16 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT (1751 reads)

There are new updates at AirwaySim, an online multiplayer airline simulation program.

ATC4Real Is Now Available ATC4Real Is Now Available

Posted on Mon, 06 Aug 2012 14:38:44 GMT (3048 reads)

Air traffic control services are an essential part of any airport – it helps to organize air traffic flow and ensures that collisions do not occur. In addition to directing and separating air traffic to ensure efficient movement, the service provides support and information to pilots, helping them in their landing procedures.

Carenado Announces Second set of Prepar3D Aircraft Carenado Announces Second set of Prepar3D Aircraft

Posted on Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:28:44 GMT (4248 reads)

Carenado has announced further progress on adapting its aircraft fleet for Prepar3D.

Flight Deck Productions Releases Learn Concorde training DVD Flight Deck Productions Releases Learn Concorde training DVD

Posted on Thu, 02 Aug 2012 12:45:57 GMT (3150 reads)

The magnificent Concorde supersonic aircraft was possibly the most exhilarating airplane in the history of aviation. Although the Concorde service ended nearly a decade ago, both devoted aviation enthusiasts and regular people still adore the aircraft. 

Flying Development Studio Has Released Infinite Flight: A New Flight Simulator For iOS Flying Development Studio Has Released Infinite Flight: A New Flight Simulator For iOS

Posted on Wed, 25 Jul 2012 15:22:09 GMT (5407 reads)

Flying Development Studio has released Infinite Flight for iPhone/iPad. Infinite Flight is the first Flight Simulator for iOS and Windows Phone 7.

QuickPlan Released on Android, iPad and Mac QuickPlan Released on Android, iPad and Mac

Posted on Wed, 11 Jul 2012 06:00:00 GMT (3667 reads)

FSWidgets has announced the release of QuickPlan on three platforms, namely Android, iPad and Mac. Quickplan supports three flight simulators, namely FSX, FS2004 and X-Plane.

Boeing 747-8 Panel Released by JSG Panels Boeing 747-8 Panel Released by JSG Panels

Posted on Mon, 09 Jul 2012 10:00:00 GMT (3263 reads)

JSG Panels has announced the release of Boeing 747-8 Panel software that provides a panel for the Boeing 747-8 based on photographs of the actual aircraft.

VATSIM to Launch a New Division: VATSIM West Asia VATSIM to Launch a New Division: VATSIM West Asia

Posted on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 10:00:00 GMT (2449 reads)

VATSIM has announced that it will open a new division - VATSIM West Asia (VATWA), which will consist of several local authorities, namely, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. 

New from Aerostudios: Airline Sharks Game New from Aerostudios: Airline Sharks Game

Posted on Tue, 15 May 2012 20:19:30 GMT (2614 reads)

Aerostudios has announced the release of Airline Sharks, a board game for Windows XP/7/Vista.

Upcoming 10th Virtual World Aerobatic Championship 2012 Upcoming 10th Virtual World Aerobatic Championship 2012

Posted on Thu, 05 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT (3690 reads)

The 10th Virtual World Aerobatic Championship is scheduled for September 2012.

Interested participants can attend in classic aerobatics (glider and power) and the 4 Minutes Freestyle event.

GoFlight Inc on Online Social Networks GoFlight Inc on Online Social Networks

Posted on Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT (2948 reads)

GoFlight Inc is now on online social networks Facebook and Twitter. In order to increase its online presence; keep in close contact with customers, connect with new flight simulators, and keep young simulators informed about its products, GoFlight Inc has become part of the increasingly popular social networks, Facebook and Twitter. This move enables GoFlight Inc to share images of their home flight systems with a global audience.

Space Shuttle Mission Simulator Special Edition Boxed Released Space Shuttle Mission Simulator Special Edition Boxed Released

Posted on Sat, 24 Mar 2012 06:00:00 GMT (4186 reads)

Exciting Simulations has released a special edition boxed CD version of Space Shuttle Mission 2007.  Released on the 29th anniversary of the first shuttle mission, this boxed CD edition will include all available missions and features that have been developed to date.

GoFlight Releases TQ-6 Advanced Throttle System GoFlight Releases TQ-6 Advanced Throttle System

Posted on Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT (5508 reads)

GoFlight has released TQ-6 Advanced Throttle System designed to match the throttle in a Boeing 737 NG cockpit. GoFlight has also released a new set of handles that can be used with the original TQ-6 throttle.

PC-Simulation Magazine Is Now Online Only PC-Simulation Magazine Is Now Online Only

Posted on Tue, 06 Mar 2012 10:00:00 GMT (2518 reads)

In March 2010, French language magazine PC-Simulation announced that they are converting from a print format to an entirely online format.

FlightGear 2.6.0 Released FlightGear 2.6.0 Released

Posted on Thu, 01 Mar 2012 13:56:27 GMT (2897 reads)

The FlightGear development team has released FlightGear 2.6.0, a free, open-source flight simulator.

SimWare Simulations Announces Take on Helicopters: Hinds SimWare Simulations Announces Take on Helicopters: Hinds

Posted on Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT (3060 reads)

SimWare Simulations and author Bohemia Interactive have announced the first official add-on for Take on Helicopters: Take on Helicopters: Hinds.

Digital Aviation Releases New Radio Navigation Simulator App Digital Aviation Releases New Radio Navigation Simulator App

Posted on Sun, 19 Feb 2012 11:00:00 GMT (2666 reads)

Digital Aviation has released a new Radio Navigation Simulator (RNS) application for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch.

Space Shuttle Mission 2007 Mission Pack v5.20 Released Space Shuttle Mission 2007 Mission Pack v5.20 Released

Posted on Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:10:46 GMT (2431 reads)

In March 2010, Exciting Simulations announced the release of a free Mission Pack v5.20 for the Space Shuttle Mission 2007 simulator.

Wings of Prey Released Wings of Prey Released

Posted on Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:00:22 GMT (2200 reads)

Wings of Prey is based around the aerial combat and ground military operations of World War II. It allows players to participate in some of the war's most famous battles with battle planes, fighters and bombers across a wide range of exhilarating missions.

New Feb Developments At Captain Sim

Posted on Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:47:30 GMT (2075 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.

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

Posted on Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:00:00 GMT (2530 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.

VATSIM Software News Jan 2010

Posted on Mon, 16 Jan 2012 19:00:00 GMT (2206 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.

UASO Constellation-1 Mission Was a Success

Posted on Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT (1964 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.

Exciting Simulations Released Free Features Pack

Posted on Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT (2131 reads)

Exciting Simulations announced in January 2010 their release of a free Features Pack v5.10 and new manuals for Space Shuttle Mission 2007 simulator.  Features Pack v5.10 has a number of new capabilities.

GEvision - Flight Simulation In Google Earth

Posted on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT (6143 reads)

It was announced on 21st January 2010 that flight simulation is available in Google Earth through GEvision.

GEvision is a Google Earth based scenery engine which a flight simulator can directly link to in applications such as Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) or XPlane, or any other applications that generate coordinate data.

737NG Overhead Panel Released by GLB Flight Products 737NG Overhead Panel Released by GLB Flight Products

Posted on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:25:07 GMT (4478 reads)

GLB Flight Products announced its release of 737NG Overhead Panel on 19th January 2010.

Boeing 737NG overhead panel is a new addition to GLB Flight Products’ line of home cockpit components. According to GLB Flight Products, their mission is to supply high quality parts to flight simulator designers.

Warbirds Dogfights Released Warbirds Dogfights Released

Posted on Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:15:45 GMT (2272 reads)

iEntertainment announced in January 2010 its release of Warbirds Dogfights.  Warbirds Dogfights puts the user in the pilot's seat of the greatest WWII air combat airplanes. The simulation can be used in massive multiplayer mode online or single player offline.

VATSIM Releases Global Ratings Policy Version 2 VATSIM Releases Global Ratings Policy Version 2

Posted on Tue, 27 Dec 2011 18:36:59 GMT (2035 reads)

Virtual Air Traffic Simulation Network (VATSIM) announced its release of Global Ratings Policy Version 2 (GRP2) on the 1st of January 2010.  VATSIM is a popular online multiplayer flying service with a strong membership base of 180,000.

PAD Website Records a Significant Milestone - It Clocks Up 2,000,000 Visits PAD Website Records a Significant Milestone - It Clocks Up 2,000,000 Visits

Posted on Tue, 27 Dec 2011 18:30:46 GMT (1902 reads)

On 5th January 2010, the Premier Aircraft Design (PAD) web site announced a major milestone – it clocked up its 2 millionth visit since its launch in 1999.

VATSIM Apres Ski Triangle Announced VATSIM Apres Ski Triangle Announced

Posted on Tue, 27 Dec 2011 18:27:25 GMT (1773 reads)

In January 2010, VATSIM Germany, VACC Switzerland and VACC Austria announced a special event – the VATSIM Apres Ski Triangle.

IVAO Introduces Crowded Skies V IVAO Introduces Crowded Skies V

Posted on Mon, 26 Dec 2011 21:40:44 GMT (1831 reads)

In January 2010, International Virtual Aviation Organization (IVAO) launched Crowded Skies V, a major online event where many players – pilots and air traffic controllers – come together to fill the virtual skies.

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