• Review: Swanson Airport From Orbx

    Swanson Airport (2W3) is another example of a highly detailed small airport from Orbx. Every corner of the airport has interesting this to discover and explore, with detail that few scenery designers can match. Learn more about this FSX scenery by reading Bill Stack's review.

    May 14, 2012

    Op-Ed: Stop The Grey Head

    Are you a grey head? You are if you have not set up an avatar picture in your account. Look at the list of forum threads on the right...see all the grey heads there. Boring, eh? Here is how to easily customize your account so you do not appear to others as a boring grey head.

    May 12, 2012

    How To...Search For Files

    Many people don't realize how many ways there are to find files in our download library. There's a lot more than just the new files lists! This how to article explains how to use the basic and advanced file search features so that you can find exactly the files you want.

    May 9, 2012

    Feature: Get Real #4: Flying In 707

    Ron Blehm presents another story in his series "Get Real" in which real life flights are recalled that can be flown in Flight Simulator. This time guest author Jose Octavio recalls flights from the past including a ride in a Boeing 707 that had an interesting history.

    May 8, 2012

    Welcome To FlightSim.Com 2012

    Announcing FlightSim.Com 2012. After several years of hard work we are ready to reveal an upgraded version of the web site.While we know many people dislike change of any sort we believe there are good reasons to change things from time to time but while we've changed the way the site works and have added features we've also tried to keep much of the look and navigation familiar to what you are used to. Please read this article for more on what we've done.

    May 6, 2012

    Review: Vans RV-8 From Vertigo Studios

    The Vans RV-8 is a hot little plane that is sold as a kit. It carries two and goes over 200 mph. Vertigo Studios has created a very accurate FSX specific model of the plane which reviewer Joseph Thompson has put through its paces and found that it lives up to Vertigo's reputation for quality. Learn more by reading his complete review.

    May 4, 2012

    Feature: Where In The World #52

    Our long running "Where In The World" series of geography challenges for flight simmers continues. Last month was a bit different, offering a flying and navigation challenge which resulted in some unique solutions. This month's edition should also prove interesting. Are you up to the challenge?

    May 2, 2012

    Review: Twin Otter X Mission Pack

    Twin Otter X Mission Pack from Aerosoft gives you the chance to fly ten challenging FSX missions with their DHC-6 Twin Otter X. The missions include custom scenery, full briefings, new liveries and plenty of surprises. Reviewer Ricky Petersen found them fun to fly and a great way to explore Alaska. Learn more by reading his complete review.

    April 29, 2012

    Review: Ultimate 737 NG Full Version By Perfect Flight

    Perfect Flight generally specializes in mission packs and here is another one offering lots to do for airliner pilots. The Ultimate 737 NG Full Version includes a collection of Boeing 737-800 repaints as well as a large collection of missions suitable for experienced jet pilots. The missions come with everything you need, flight plans, briefings, etc. and are a good challenge. Learn more by reading Bill Stack's review.

    April 24, 2012

    Review: Tocumen International Airport X

    Tocument International Airport X is the first scenery from Virtualcol designed specifically for FSX and does a good job of accurately recreating Panama's busiest international airport. Reviewer Bill Stack gives it a thorough check out and finds it to be realistic and work well. Learn more by reading his complete review.

    April 19, 2012

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