Today Orbx released a famous warbird from World War II for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and 2020, the Grumman TBF Avenger.
Known as the torpedo bomber that provided a large contribution to winning the war in the Pacific, including its participation in the sinking of Yamato and Musashi, this Avenger is based on the airworthy specimen owned by famous aerobatic pilot Paul Bennet, who also worked with Orbx on the Wolf Pitts.
It’s available on Orbx Direct for MSFS 2024 and for MSFS 2020 albeit you just need to purchase one to get both. The price is $21.57.
Below you can enjoy a trailer and a big gallery of screenshots showing off the Grumman TBF Avenger.
Here’s what you need to know in terms of features:
A Masterpiece of Detail
Painstakingly crafted with the expertise of aerobatic pilot Paul Bennet, who owns one of the few remaining airworthy Avengers, this digital recreation is a love letter to aviation history. Every rivet, curve, and control has been modeled to bring you the most accurate representation of this aviation marvel.
Fly Like the Pros
With realistic flight dynamics honed through rigorous testing and Paul Bennet’s expert input, you’ll feel the Avenger’s true power and precision.
- Execute snap rolls and knife-edge maneuvers like a seasoned pilot.
- Experience genuine stall characteristics and perfectly matched roll rates.
- Master the skies with a flight model built for realism in aerobatic scenarios.
The Sound of Authenticity
Immerse yourself in history with authentic audio recordings captured directly from Bennet’s Avenger. From the rumble of the engine to the rush of the wind, every sound is dynamically tuned to match your flight conditions.
- Engine notes shift with RPM and airspeed for unparalleled realism.
- Wind and ground roll effects bring every moment to life.
- Recorded straight from the source—this is the true sound of the Avenger.
Microsoft Flight Simulator is currently available for both PC and Xbox Series X|S.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is currently available for the same platforms following its recent release in November. if you want to see the visual difference against Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, you can enjoy our video and screenshot comparison.
You can also check out our in-depth analysis of how much data the simulator downloads from the cloud, clearing the air from some widespread misinformation that made the rounds over the past few weeks.
You can also watch our latest interview with Jorg Neumann, the previous interview with Neumann himself and Sebastian Wloch, another with Asobo CCO David Dedeine, and one featuring Chris Burnett of Working Title and Brandon Yaeger of Got Friends about their work on MSFS 2024.
