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Microsoft Flight Simulator

Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) is Microsoft's next-gen flight simulator package for Windows PC and (possibly and eventually Xbox).  MSFS was officially announced on Jun 9, 2019, and the announcement surprised and shocked existing simmers more accustomed to Microsoft Flight Simulator X (which they have been using since 2006).

The MSFS announcement made history with Microsoft taking back control of the flight simulator franchise and developing a new platform capable of using the latest computer hardware, software, and systems.  We see MSFS as an "evergreen" simulator which means that Microsoft can continue to develop, enhance, and upgrade the platform without changing the name.  Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) will remain the name no matter what new version is released.  To be honest this saves us admin time too!

MSFS was officially released to the public on August 18th, 2020 on various platforms including the official Microsoft Store, Steam, and in Europe was made available in a boxed edition.  Why they chose Europe for the boxed edition nobody knows - perhaps the Microsoft CDN was a bit slow for European customers or perhaps Aerosoft just wanted to strike a deal with the MSFS team and they went with it.

This latest version of Microsoft Flight Simulator is truly groundbreaking and stunning in detail.  We will cover as much as we can in this news section including product reviews, features, guides, and videos.

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Airbus A330-300 Released by LatinVFR for MSFS 2020

Airbus A330-300 Released by LatinVFR for MSFS 2020

LatinVFR’s mid-level Airbus A330-300 for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 brings refined avionics, autopilot holds, and multiple engine types into one accessible wide-body package. This…

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MSFS City Update 10: United States I Released

MSFS City Update 10: United States I Released

Discover how MSFS City Update 10: United States I revitalizes iconic skylines in Dallas-Fort Worth, Denver, San Francisco, and Honolulu using refined photogrammetry, advanced digital…

5 min read
New PMDG Operations Center 3.0 Released

New PMDG Operations Center 3.0 Released

PMDG has rolled out Operations Center 3.0, a container‑driven hub that trims download footprints, delivers incremental patches, and introduces cloud‑based manifest tracking for its MSFS…

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FSDreamTeam's GSX Pro: Latest Advancements for MSFS

FSDreamTeam's GSX Pro: Latest Advancements for MSFS

GSX Pro’s newest improvements for Microsoft Flight Simulator revolutionize cargo logistics by showcasing conveyor-belt package loading for non-ULD operations, enhancing ground crew…

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40+ Best Free Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) Mods

40+ Best Free Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) Mods

Uncover a comprehensive selection of top-tier freeware expansions for Microsoft Flight Simulator, spanning intricately detailed aircraft and revitalized environments. These meticulously…

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