If you’re further looking to engage with the flight simulation community, keep up to date with relevant news, learn new skills, watch some entertaining content, or even make new friends, there are plenty of places to go!
In-person Events
United States: FlightSimExpo is one of the world’s largest enthusiast flight simulation conventions, welcoming more than 10,000 attendees to events since 2018. The show connects flight simmers, enthusiasts, professional aviators, and aspiring pilots to demonstrate the power of home flight simulation for training, proficiency, and fun!
Netherlands: FlightSimWeekend is all about delving deep into the world of flight simulation. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just taking your first steps in the virtual skies, FSWeekend welcomes everyone to join this thrilling journey. The event is designed to cater to a diverse audience, including industry professionals, hobbyists, and newcomers.
Worldwide: Bravo Alpha Romeo (B.A.R. for short), is an initiative where you can attend or volunteer to organize in-person MSFS meetups in your area. Think of these meetups like social hangouts for like-minded simmers near you. They are casual, fun, and give everyone a chance to talk aviation and simming with others nearby.
Forums and Other Communities
- MSFS Official Forums – The primary hub for structured discussions, official news, bug reporting, and long-form community conversation.
- MSFS Official Discord Server – A real-time chat server for quick help, group flights, voice chat, and casual community interaction.
- Avsim – A long-established, highly technical flight simulation forum known for in-depth discussion and veteran simmer culture.
- MSFS Reddit – A fast-moving, community-run space focused on screenshots, memes, quick questions, and general MSFS enthusiasm.
- Official MSFS SDK Developer Forums – A dedicated support space where 3rd part developers can ask technical SDK questions and receive guidance directly from MS/Asobo.
