Review: P-51D-5-NA Little Friends II From Warbirdsim
Their very name "Warbirdsim" gives away their area of expertise but even more
so, this company has come to specialize in the P-51 Mustang, one of the great
planes of WWII. Warbirdsim has released a number of packages covering many
variants of the Mustang--far more variants than the average person probably
realizes exist. Reviewer Joseph Thompson takes a look at their latest
Little Friends II package and finds that specializing does
result in a truly fine product. Learn more by reading his complete review
here.
Feature: Get Real #3
Ron Blehm introduces the third installment of his "Get Real" series,
recreating memorable real world flights with Flight Simulator. This time
guest author Michael McCracken recreates a challenging training flight
he encountered as a student. Read the whole story
here.
Review: Viscount Legends Of Flight
The Vickers Viscount was a major success in Britain's aviation
industry, being the right aircraft at the right time. Just Flight's version
gives FSX pilots a chance to fly this classic plane, and reviewer Nigel
Martin finds it great fun. Learn more by reading his complete review
here.
Review: Holiday Airports by Aerosoft
FS2004 and FSX pilots can take a Mediterranean holiday at one of the four
airports included in the Holiday Airports package from Aerosoft.
Though the quality of the airports differs, overall reviewer Bastian Blinten
was pleased with what he got. For more information,
read
his complete review.
Just Flight 757 Jetliner Base Pack Review
Just Flight's 757 Jetliner Freemium is a popular jetliner that
is part of the F-Lite line of somewhat simpler to fly planes, but with a
twist in that the base pack is free. The plane comes with a good line-up of
features and flies well too. Learn more by reading Adam Johnson's complete
review
here.
Review: Mega Airport Madrid Barajas X
Thanks to Simwings and Aerosoft, FSX and FS2004 pilots can fly into an
accurate version of one of Europe's busiest airports with Mega Airport
Madrid Barajas. Reviewer Alexander Czarnecki tested it out and
generally liked what he saw. Learn more by reading his complete review
here.
Review: AeroflyFS
Here is a complete, stand-alone flight simulator you likely have never heard
of before: AeroflyFS from Ikarus. Though limited to VFR flight
of light planes and currently with scenery only of Switzerland, what it does
it does very well and is well worth a look. Learn more by reading Louis
Bensdorp's complete review
here.
Where In The World #48?
Our long running
"Where In The World" series of geography challenges for flight simmers
continues. The entry for the holiday season was to a very appropriate
place in northern Europe. For January we journey to an interesting airport
that is not well covered in either FS2004 or FSX.
Are you up to the challenge?
Read all about it
here.
Head-2-Head Feature VI: General Aviation Challenge
Ron Blehm returns with another head-to-head aircraft comparison. This time
he tries three popular general aviation planes and checks to see which is
most efficient in carrying out a typical task. Who wins?
Read about it
here.
Review: CH-47D Chinook X From Virtavia
The twin rotor CH-47D Chinook is a giant among helicopters and easily
recognized by its unique shape. Virtavia has taken on the challenge of
creating it for FSX and admitted helicopter fan Nigel Martin proclaims it
a success which he has had great fun flying. Learn more by reading his
complete review
here.
Review: Fokker 60 By PAOB
The Fokker 60 is a lengthened cargo version of the Fokker 50 turboprop
passenger plane whose success was cut short by Fokker's bankruptcy. Now FSX
pilots can try this plane, with a nicely detailed version provided by PAOB.
Reviewer Bill Stack enjoyed the flying and shares his findings with you
here.
Review: Balearic Islands X From Aerosoft
Baleraric Islands X covers the popular vacation islands and all
their airports in great detail. The reviewer actually visited the islands to
compare the real world with the scenery (and perhaps enjoy some vacation
time!) and found the Aerosoft version reasonably accurate and generally a
pleasure to explore. Learn more by reading Bastian Blinten's complete review
here.
Review: The Very Singapore X
Developed by Samsoft, The Very Singapore X updates Changi
Airport, one of the world's biggest and busiest and in a part of the world
for which there are few flightsim add-ons. The FSX add-on covers both the
airport and the city and gives the visitor new details to explore. Learn more
by reading Ricky Petersen's complete review
here.
Review: Sea King FSX From Virtavia
Reviewer Nigel Martin, an avowed "rotorhead" and someone who has spent time
in real Sea Kings, was pleased to see Virtavia's offering of the Sea King for
FSX. The flightsim version satisfied even this fan, with a detailed model
and excellent sounds. Learn more by reading the complete review
here.
Review: Concorde X
If you want to fly the fastest commercial jet, then the Concorde is for you.
Concorde X, created by Flight Sim Labs and published by
Aerosoft, brings FSX pilots an accurate version of the famous jet. Reviewer
Peter Carlson liked it enough to describe it as the finest simulation of a
virtage commercial jetliner that he has used. Learn more by reading his
complete review
here.
Review: Handley-Page Hampden From Virtavia
Even the lesser known aircraft often get recreated by the various flightsim
developers, and such is the case with the Handley-Page Hampden, a WWII era
light bomber offered by Virtavia. Though some of systems modeling is flawed
the visual model is well done and the plane offers FS2004 and FSX pilots a
chance to experience WWII era flying. Learn more by reading Wells Sullivan's
complete review
here.
Digital Aviation Releases New Radio Navigation Simulator App
Digital Aviation releases new Radio Navigation Simulator
app for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch. Advanced Radio Navigation Training App
for Pilots Now Available in the App Store. For details,
read
this press release.
Dozens Of New X-Plane Add-Ons Now Available At The Pilot Shop
FSPilotShop is now offering dozens of new add-ons for the latest
versions of X-Plane from developer Heinz Dziurowitz. You
can also find great add-ons from Carenado, DMax and more. There are
many more to come, but check out the current offerings
here.
Ant's Airplanes - Eaglet Light Sport Aircraft Released
New for FSX from Ant's Airplanes is the Eaglet Light Sport
Aircraft, a Rotax 912 powered two seater. Two styles of panels are
included plus seven repaints, 3D gauges, custom effects and much more.
For details,
read
this announcement.
ORBX Scenery Now Available At FS Pilot Shop
The FS Pilot Shop has just greatly expanded its range of ORBX Scenery
packages. Some new additions include FSX New Zealand Sound Island Region,
Harvey Field, Ketchikan International and several more. For full details,
read
this announcement.
LHSimulations Releases New Scenery
LHSimulations has released two freeware sceneries for FS2004 and FSX,
covering Pec-Pogany (LHPP) and Debrecen (LHDC). For more information,
read
this press release.
Eastern Airlines Virtual Ranks #1 In VAFS Power Rankings
Eastern Airlines Virtual
announces their number 1 ranking in the VAFS Power Rankings on average
ratings, flights and flight hours.
For more information,
read
this announcement.
Carenado - PA46T JetProp HD Series Now Available
Now available at the FS Pilot Shop from Carenado is the PA46T
JetProp HD Series for FSX. The single engine turboprop is offered
with four HD liveries, modern avionics, full manuals and much more.
For details,
read
this press release.
Historic Airline Group Continues Expansion
The Historic Airline Group
continues expanding, with more flights added to their flight schedules.
For more information,
read
this press release.
Sky Blue Radio Chooses VA Of The Year
Sky Blue Radio announces the selection of Lynx Airways Worldwide
as the first recipient of the Sky Blue Radio VA of the Year award.
For more information,
read
this press release.
TSS - Boeing 707 PW JT3D Sound Pack Released
New from Turbine Sound Studios is the TSS Boeing 707 PW JT3D HD
Soundpack for FS2004 and FSX, featuring real HD recordings of
engines as well as other aircraft sounds. For more information,
read
this announcement.
Fastjet Virtual Has Now Launched
Fastjet Virtual has now launched, with a fully interactive web site with
forums, pilot mail and screen shots. Fastjet flies from two hubs, Gatwick
and Manchester. For more information,
read
this press release.
Jim Dhaenens Releases Sheppard Air Force Base
Jim Dhaenens would like to announce the release of Sheppard Air
Force for FSX. The air base was modeled with today's
configuration and boasts over 175 custom models. For details,
read
this announcement.
N.W.A.G Announcing New Training Program
N.W.A.G. announces their new Flight Academy, offering training up to
type ratings in a number of military and civilian aircraft. For details,
read
this press release.
FS2Crew - iOS 737NG Audio Ground School Released
The new 737NG Audio Ground School from FS2Crew is
a training course suitable for real pilot recurrent training but also useful
for flightsimmers who want to take their understanding of the 737 to the
highest level. A version for iPad / iPhone / iPod is now available.
For more information,
read
this press release.
Just Flight - Viscount: Legends of Flight Now Available
Now available is the Just Flight Viscount: Legends of Flight
for FSX, featuring the Vickers Viscount with a dozen super detailed liveries,
accurate animations, detailed exterior model and much more. For full details,
read
this announcement.
Caal Airways And Channel Express Merge
Virtual airlines Caal Airways and Channel Express announce
that they have merged.
For more information,
read
this press release.
Carenado - C185F Skywagon for X-Plane Released
Carenado expands its range of X-Plane add-ons with the release of the C185F
Skywagon. Included are four liveries, manuals, original stereo sounds, eye
candy and much more. For details,
read
this press release.
CR1-Software Releases Beechcraft 17 Staggerwing
CR1-Software is pleased to announce the release of the Beech 17
Staggerwing for FS2004. This model is an older Simtech Flight Design
Ltd model that was put through a modernization revamp to upgrade many
of its features to newer and better FS2004 standards. For details,
read
this press release.
Announcing New United Airlines VA
Announcing a New United Airlines Virtual, part of the VATSIM
community. Pilots who are interested in their unique program are welcome
to join. For more information,
read
this press release.