A glider banks right whilst flying away from a sunset in Cadiz, Spain
The Bell 407 helicopter flies towards a cityscape, which is being partially hidden by cloud cover

February 29th, 2024 – Development Update

On Wednesday, we released a new beta build (1.37.5.0) for those players enrolled in the optional Sim Update 15 (SU_15) public test. You can see the release notes on our forums here. Among other improvements, this build fixes a few known issues that were inadvertently introduced in the previous beta build, and it also has some stability enhancements.

The Ornithopter cruises above the desert with wings unfolded.

February 22nd, 2024 – Development Update

This week’s Screenshot Challenge winner is Twitter user @vp_sim! If you’re interested in participating in our weekly Screenshot Challenges, check out the details in the Community section below!Earlier today, we released a new beta build for those players enrolled in the optional Sim Update 15 (SU_15) public test. You can see the release notes on … Continued

A propeller aircraft with water floats banks left at low altitude, whilst the setting sun on the horizon is framed by two dragon ornaments.

February 15th, 2024 – Development Update

This week’s Screenshot Challenge winner is Twitter user @KotetuP! If you’re interested in participating in our weekly Screenshot Challenges, check out the details in the Community section below!On Tuesday, we released the Dune Expansion, which is available now as a FREE download from the in-sim Marketplace! This optional package allows Microsoft Flight Simulator pilots to … Continued

Xbox and Microsoft Flight Simulator unveil Dune Expansion and Floating Controller

Xbox and Microsoft Flight Simulator are immersing gamers worldwide in the captivating world of Arrakis, commemorating the highly anticipated release of “Dune: Part Two.”  Enthusiasts can anticipate a free game expansion for Microsoft Flight Simulator launching, bespoke Xbox hardware, and an awe-inspiring gaming simulator-all intricately inspired by the film.To learn more about the Dune: Part Two Expansion, read … Continued

A retro six engine propeller aircraft banks left over a Caribbean island.

February 8th, 2024 – Development Update

This week’s Screenshot Challenge winner is Twitter user @ukaka5656! If you’re interested in participating in our weekly Screenshot Challenges, check out the details in the Community section below!The team is currently hard at work preparing Sim Update 15, with the public beta test expected to start soon. If you missed the January 31 Developer Livestream, some … Continued

A Boeing 747 with landing gear down flies away from stormy clouds building up behind.

February 1st, 2024 – Development Update

On Tuesday, we released World Update XVI: Caribbean! Available now as a FREE download from the in-sim Marketplace, this World Update contains new Digital Elevation Model (DEM) data, 104 hand-crafted points of interest, seven bespoke airports, and new Landing Challenges, Bush Trips, and Discovery Flights for the beautiful and scenic Caribbean region. 

Bell 47J Screenshot

Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases Local Legend 14: The Bell 47J Ranger

Microsoft Flight Simulator celebrates a historic era of rotary wing aviation with this Local Legend release!BIRTH OF A LEGENDThe single-engine, four-seat Bell 47J Ranger is one of the most important and successful helicopters developed in the early era of rotary wing aviation. Renowned for its versatility, ruggedness, and reliability, the Ranger traces its development to … Continued

An airplane on floats flies over a red and white striped lighthouse in the Caribbean

Microsoft Flight Simulator Releases World Update XVI: Caribbean

Explore the white sand beaches and emerald waters of one of the most beautiful regions on the planet!The Caribbean, a seemingly endless series of islands mostly located just east of Central America between the North and South American continental land masses, is globally recognized as one of the most exotic and beautiful regions on the … Continued

The F-35 banks right with afterburner engaged.

January 25, 2024 – Development Update

This week’s Screenshot Challenge winner is Twitter user @IronWings_VP! If you’re interested in participating in our weekly Screenshot Challenges, check out the details in the Community section below!Earlier today, we released updated versions of four Local Legend add-on aircraft: Local Legend I: Junkers Ju 52 Local Legend III: Dornier Do J Wal Local Legend VI: … Continued

A glider banks right whilst flying away from a sunset in Cadiz, Spain

January 18, 2024 – Development Update

Earlier today, we released updated versions of two add-on aircraft: Expert Series 1: ATR 42-600 / 72-600 and Famous Flyer 7: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries MU-2. Both updates are available for download now from the in-sim Content Manager.