Today BlueBird Simulations revealed that its upcoming Boeing 757 airliner won’t make the previously announced release in 2024.
This is the second time this project has slipped, as it was originally intended for 2023 and then delayed to 2024, but to the developers’ credit, its scope has been massively increased to a full study-level simulation of the aircraft.
That being said, the developers aren’t willing to announce another release window and mention that it’ll be released when it’s ready. The 757 is the first product for the folks at Bluebird, and they are aware that they have only one chance to make a good first impression.
You can watch the full video below.
We also hear that either in November or in December, we’ll get a video providing an in-depth view of the 757’s systems. Further videos will then be released as time goes on to keep the project’s audience informed.
Lastly, the developers mention that at some point after the release of the version for Microsoft Flight Simulator, they will also provide a free update including native support for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. That being said, the aircraft should still work out of the box in the new simulator, simply missing its native features.
Microsoft Flight Simulator is currently available for PC and Xbox Series X|S.
If you’re interested in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, which releases on November 18 for the same platforms, you can enjoy our hands-on preview with plenty of interesting details for your perusal.
You can also watch our interview with Head of MSFS Jorg Neumann and Asobo CEO 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.
Last, but not least, you can take a look at our A-10 flight through the Grand Canyon, our first look at the extensive pilot customization, another at the first mission of the Career Mode, a video featuring the new walk-around move showing off a Boeing 737 MAX up close and personal, and a challenge with the A-10 over the Blue Ridge Mountains.
