Flight Simulation developers shared news today, and this time it’s all about add-ons for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020.
Without further ado, I leave you with the new
Boeing 737 MAX by iFly Gets New Screenshots Showing SP1 Update
iFly showcased on Discord new screenshots of the Boeing 737 MAX’s SP1 update, which still has no release date. It’ll include a basic weather radar.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator Gets New Screenshots
Pilot Experience Sim released new screenshots and a development update on its Discord server showing Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (LFPG) serving the capital of France.
“As we do every month, we will try to give you a brief summary of the work that has been done. In November, large sections were completed. On a project as complex and extensive as LFPG, organization is essential and very specific. That’s why showing you previews every month is a challenge within a challenge.
Here you can see the 4th tower, the West tower, and a small part of the ground layout in the North section. Work continues on T1 and T2, and we are currently studying and organizing interactive lighting integration features such as RELS and Stopbars lights. Hundreds of secondary buildings have been completed and are gradually being integrated, including our new parallax library, which we are very proud of because the day and night rendering is simply sublime!”
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport for MSFS 2024 and MSFS 2020 Released
SamScene3D released Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (ZSHC) in China, alongside the city scenery.
It’s available on the official marketplaces of both MSFS 2020 and MSFS 2024 for $22.99.
It includes the following.
- Detailed terminal T1,T2,T3 and T4
- Simple terminal interior design
- Custom buildings at the airport surrounding
- Custom cargo area
- Includes more than 100 city iconic buildings, stadiums, stations and landmarks
- Over 300 apartment buildings in the city
- Includes Hangzhou Bridge
- Beautiful night scene effects
- Few custom departure, arrival and approach routes
Medina Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport v2 Released
Tuwaiq Designs released V2 of Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (OEMA) serving Medina in Saudi Arabia.
It’s available on Simmarket for $28.41, but those who have version 1 are entitled to a free upgrade.
What’s New in V2
- Fully Reworked Terminal:
The entire terminal has been updated with improved modeling, refined architecture, and enhanced detailing for greater realism. - Interior Enhancements:
Added cafés, lounges, passengers, staff, vehicles, and ambient elements to create a more lively and immersive airport environment. - Updated Ground Textures:
Improved ground materials with better resolution, more accurate markings, and optimized performance. - Optimized Performance:
Significant refinement of assets and LODs to ensure smoother performance. - Hajj Area Overhaul:
Updated models and details in the Hajj terminal area for added authenticity. - Improved Jetways:
Reworked jetway models and animations for increased accuracy and immersion. - Custom GSX Profile Included:
A tailored GSX profile is now bundled to enhance operations including parking positions, vehicle paths, and passenger boarding.
Key Features
- Realistic Airport Model:
Accurate terminal architecture and interior modeling brought to life with high-quality details. - PBR Textures:
Physically-Based Rendering applied throughout for realistic reflections, materials, and lighting behavior. - Custom Ground Textures:
High-resolution runways, taxiways, and aprons with realistic wear, markings, and surface variations. - Dynamic Night Lighting:
Authentic and immersive lighting across runways, aprons, terminals, and surrounding airport areas. - Custom Jetways:
Beautifully designed and accurately positioned to faithfully match the real-world airport layout.
Flow Pro and Flow Essentials Released for MSFS 2024
Parallel 42 released Flow Pro and Flow Essentials for MSFS 2024.
The UI overhaul is available on the developer’s own store (links above) for $30 and $20, respectively. Previous owners of the MSFS 2020 versions can upgrade for $2 for the next six months..
Here’s a list of official features if you’re not familiar with the utility. The Pro version lets you create and share widgets with your own features.
- Fully resizable interface elements built for individuals with vision impairment and cognitive or motor difficulties to a spec beyond the default toolbar.
- Access your currently installed MSFS panels, default or 3rd party.
- Works in-sim without external app requirements.
- No measurable performance impact.
- Sleek & intuitive interaction wheel alternative to the default toolbar.
- Customizable wheel layouts, arrange panels to your needs.
- Wheel show/hide can be bound to any assignable key/button.
- Static & Dynamic wheels. Static always show, and Dynamic show only in a specific aircraft.
- Xbox controller optimized.
If you’d like to read more flight simulation news, you can find plenty in our previous roundup article from yesterday.
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