Yes—the Aerosoft CRJ is payware for MSFS 2020. Compare the 550/700 and 900/1000 packages, requirements, installation and update routes.
Yes. The Aerosoft Aircraft CRJ is available as a payware add-on for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. The core package includes the CRJ 550 and CRJ 700; the CRJ 900 and CRJ 1000 are supplied through an additional expansion or a bundle, depending on the sales channel.
Which Aerosoft CRJ package do I need?
The CRJ 550/700 package is the base product, while the CRJ 900/1000 package is an expansion that normally requires that base product.
| Package | Aircraft included | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| CRJ 550/700 | CRJ 550 and CRJ 700 | Standalone base package |
| CRJ 900/1000 | CRJ 900 and CRJ 1000 | Requires the 550/700 base package unless sold as part of a complete bundle |
Choose the base package if you only want the shorter variants. Buy the expansion or a complete bundle if you also want the CRJ 900 and 1000. A mistake we see regularly is buying the 900/1000 expansion and assuming it contains everything needed to run independently.
Is the Aerosoft CRJ included with MSFS 2020?
No. It is not included with the Standard, Deluxe or Premium Deluxe editions of MSFS 2020; it must be purchased separately. Our comparison of notable MSFS 2020 payware add-ons provides some context on how the CRJ fits among other commercial aircraft.
Check the platform and simulator named on the product listing before paying. A PC package cannot simply be copied to Xbox, and purchases made through one sales channel may not transfer to another account or platform.
How do I install and update the Aerosoft CRJ?
Install and update the CRJ through the same channel from which it was purchased; mixing Marketplace files with a separate PC installer commonly causes missing or duplicated packages.
- Confirm the base product: make sure the CRJ 550/700 is owned and installed before adding the 900/1000 expansion.
- Use the supplied installation route: install through the in-simulator content system or the installer associated with the original purchase.
- Install the expansion: add the 900/1000 package only after the base aircraft is recognised.
- Restart MSFS 2020: check the aircraft selection menu for each installed variant.
If an update is not appearing, first check that you are signed into the purchasing account and looking in the correct delivery channel. We cover the different routes in our channel-specific CRJ update instructions.
How do I start flying the CRJ?
The Aerosoft CRJ uses a more involved regional-jet workflow than the default MSFS airliners, including aircraft-state selection, performance setup and FMS configuration. Our CRJ setup and operating walkthrough covers the essential sequence without repeating it here.
Does the MSFS 2020 CRJ also work in MSFS 2024?
MSFS 2024 compatibility is separate from availability for MSFS 2020; owning the older package does not by itself guarantee correct installation or operation in the newer simulator. Check our dedicated MSFS 2024 compatibility explanation before attempting to move or repurchase it.