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Today, third-party developers unveiled new assets of upcoming add-ons for Microsoft Flight Simulator, while two airports have been released.
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Today, third-party developers unveiled new assets of upcoming add-ons for Microsoft Flight Simulator, while two airports have been released.
We start with new screenshots and a development update from DC Designs on the upcoming AV-8B Harrier II. The developer also confirmed that the plane will be released simultaneously in September in third-party stores and the official marketplace, including Xbox. Consequently, the Phantom will be pushed to Christmas.
“I finally got to spend almost a full week in the cockpit of the Harrier and covered a lot of ground. While I’ve also been involved in the ongoing updates to my other aircraft, it was good to finally work on the interior with some more detailing and new PBR texture.
The Asobo pilot is a nice addition to the aircraft, especially because with the proper use of nodes it is possible to place the pilot’s hands and boots on the controls and watch them move as the stick, throttle and rudder to move. Have fun and another step towards reality – I’d love to see them add a “headless” VR specific version to increase the immersion when using virtual reality headsets.
The interior modeling is progressing nicely, with detail work in the cockpit. Much of what you see here is only half complete, with hundreds of rivets and bolt heads yet to be added, not to mention all the switches, levers, panel stickers and of course relevant animations. However, most of this is standard work at this stage and with the exterior modeling about 95% complete, the project is now well on its way. I will be adding the longer AV-8B+ nose section soon, ready to include other colors in the pack, including that of the GR9 variant.
Orbx has also revealed more screenshots showing the progress of Australia’s upcoming Launceston Airport (YMLT) by indie developer Ken Hall.
SoFly and WTFlightsim have released Mataveri International Airport (SCIP) on Easter Island.
You can buy it from SoFly’s own store or on Orbx Direct for $10.45.
- Lovingly created airport with high quality UHD textures
- Stunning scenic approach that takes you right over the cliff’s edge
- Great views of the island from all corners of the airport
- Packed with local knowledge and features like the iconic Moai statues
- An airport that accommodates all aircraft types and sizes and gives you unlimited options
- Excellent atmosphere of the airport thanks to the pixel-perfect signage at the airport
- Outstanding performance with a focus on highly detailed modelling
- Precise layout, signage and modeling for the most realistic rendering
- Created with <3 by WTFlightSim
AG Sim released Santa Monica Airport KSMO in California, United States, which is certainly interesting due to its proximity to the ultra-busy Los Angeles International Airport.
You can buy it on Simmarket for $14.67 plus applicable tax.
- Detailed 3D Buildings
- 8192×8192 PBR Textures
- Ground texture renewed
- More than 3000+ hand-placed 3D objects
- Special places such as Museum of Flying
- Different areas around the airport for a better VFR experience
- FPS friendly
- Glorious Night Lights
- Accurate slope
- Static Aircraft and Live Airport Experience
- Accurate ground and road signs
If you want to learn more about Microsoft Flight Simulator, check out our brand new interview with Head of Microsoft Flight Simulator Jorg Neumann about the 40th Anniversary Edition, the world update and more.
If you are curious about add-ons for Microsoft Flight Simulator, you can read our recent reviews of Beijing Capital International Airport, Anchorage International Airport, Fenix’s Airbus A320, West Virginia International Yeager Airport, Kansai International Airport, Toronto Pearson Airport, the Twin Otter , Auckland International Airport, Skiathos Airport, Athens International Airport, Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport, Amami Airport, Bristol Airport, Marrakech Menara Airport, Great Britain Central, Tehran Imam Khomeini Airport, Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport, Shanghai Pudong Airport, Kraków Airport, Fukuoka City & Airport, Fort Lauderdale Airport, Chongqing City & Airport, Manila Airport, Santiago Airport, the Frankfurt City Pack, Key West Airport, the Okavango Delta, Bali Airport, London Oxford Airport, Berlin Brandenburg Airport, the CRJ 550/700, the PA -28R Arrow III, Kristiansand Airport, Macau City & Airport, Bonaire Flamingo Airport, Milano Linate Airport, Singapore City Pack, Tokyo Nari ta Airport, Yao Airport, the F-15 Eagle, the Paris City Pack, Greater Moncton Airport, Tweed New Haven Airport, Santorini Airport, Sydney Airport, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Reggio Calabria Airport, Bastia Poretta Airport, Munich Airport, Paris Orly Airport, Newcastle International Airport, Sankt Johann Airfield, Dublin International Airport and Seoul City Wow.
We also recently published a review of the Thrustmaster TCA Yoke Pack Boeing Edition, a great controller for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
If you want to know more about the game itself, you can read our review that tells you everything you need to know about the game from Asobo Studio.
Microsoft Flight Simulator is already available for Windows 10 and Steam, and Xbox Series X|S. A free 40th Anniversary Edition with tons of goodies was recently announced.
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