FSX Flight Plans for the North Central US

This freeware package offers an extensive collection of low-level military training routes spanning the north central region of the United States. Included are 77 detailed flight plans designed for IFR (Instrument Flight Rules), VFR (Visual Flight Rules), and SSR (Slow Speed Route) operations, which are ideal for anyone wanting to replicate bomber and fighter navigation procedures across varied terrains in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. Developed by Bill McClellan, with additional gauges by Karol Chlebowski, this set provides an authentic training environment and specialized systems to help simulate realistic tactical missions.

Wide-Ranging Training Paths Across Diverse Terrain

These routes traverse a patchwork of farmland and open plains, commonly used for strategic flight practice. Each plan is structured to challenge your altitude management and navigation skills during high-speed sessions or subsonic flights. The package caters not only to bomber-focused enthusiasts flying B-52, F-111, B-1B, B-2, or Vulcan aircraft, but also to pilots who prefer any other airframe. Whether you want to enact precise aeronautical routines or practice standard IFR procedures, these 77 flight plans ensure a substantial variety of configurations and destinations.

Specialized Gauges for Advanced Operations

Included are two functional gauges by Karol Chlebowski designed for TFR (Terrain Following Radar) flight and enhanced Pave Tack capabilities. The TFR gauge allows you to skirt ground features at safer altitudes, simulating specialized bomber ingress and low-altitude navigation. Meanwhile, Pave Tack introduces more refined targeting procedures for bombing runs and reconnaissance tasks, adding simulation depth for those interested in stealthy approaches or precision engagement techniques.

Additional Mini Panel Compatibility

For pilots seeking integrated functionality, there is an optional mini panel (version 2.1) that merges TFR flying and Pave Tack features into a single interface. This panel, created to complement the flight plans, consolidates numerous controls so you can coordinate navigation, autopilot adjustments, and targeting parameters efficiently—all from one concise display.

Visual Overview

Key Technical Highlights

• IFR, VFR, and SSR: Multiple route types to practice both traditional and low-speed flight techniques.
• Terrain Following Radar: Crafted for low altitude flight, aiding pilots who want to hug the contours of the terrain during training runs.
• Pave Tack Capabilities: Offers precise navigation and targeting tools that enhance mission realism in bomber or reconnaissance operations.
• Flexible Aircraft Usage: Perfect for heavy bombers, fast jets, or any aircraft suited to low-level flight profiles.
• Optional Mini Panel: Version 2.1 provides an integrated approach for monitoring critical elements in a sleek interface.

Thanks to the meticulous efforts of Bill McClellan and the ingenious gauges from Karol Chlebowski, these flight plans can significantly enhance your simulated flight experience across the north central states. Whether you prefer supersonic routes in a modern fighter or methodical terrain-following maneuvers in a heavy bomber, this comprehensive package brings authentic military-style routing to your simulator skies.