Flight Simulation developers shared news today, focusing on airports aplenty for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020.
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Without further ado, I leave you with the news.
Stuttgart Airport “Entering Final Approach” Before Landing
Aerosoft shared on Discord that Stuttgart Airport (EDDS) is in beta testing and it’s “entering the final approach before landing.”
An unique celebration is being planned for the release, but we’ll hear more about this in due time.
Fly2High Announces Westchester County Airport and More
Fly2High announced its plans for upcoming releases. Westchester County Airport (KHPN) in New York, United States, is the next planned release. It’s in the final stage of development.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (KBHM) 2.0.0 is also almost ready for release, while Tulsa International Airport (KTUL) 3.1.0 is also on the way.
Daegu International Airport (RKTN) in Korea will also receive a completely new update.
Chania International Airport for MSFS 2024 “Very Close” to Release
Over a year after its announcement, 29Palms Scenery Design revealed that Chania International Airport “Daskalogiannis” (LGSA) for MSFS 2024 is “very close” to release.
You can see what it looks like below.
Barbados Grantley Adams International Airport Released for MSFS 2020 and MSFS 2024
Imaginesim released Grantley Adams International Airport (TBPB) serving Barbados.
It’s available on the developer’s own store for MSFS 2024 and MSFS 2020 for $17,51.
- For MSFS2020 and MSFS2024.
- Fantastic performance.
- Fluid usage, even with complex airliner cockpits and high density AI coverage.
- Utilizes imaginesim’s bespoke Operations Center configuration GUI.
- Comprehensive ground and building optimization.
- Stunning night lighting and effects.
- Trees, plants and vegetation modelled with native foliage types.
- Enhanced custom made hand-placed surrounding autogen.
- Graduated ground extremities to seamlessly blend with any vector driven add-on.
- Low simulator impact.
- 10 square kilometer coverage of the airport area.
- Tested and approved by real-life airline pilots.
Hong Kong International Airport Announced for MSFS 2024
iniBuilds announced Hong Kong International Airport (VHHH) for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
It’ll include the following features.
- Hand-made ground textures with bespoke texture sets for runways, aprons, paths, and roads
- True-to-life landside recreation with custom decals, vegetation, roads, and infrastructure
- Accurately modelled and positioned dynamic airport lighting
- Extensive collection of handcrafted buildings, vehicles, and custom objects
- Highly detailed terminal interiors and exterior structures
- HD jetways with intricate detailing
- Up-to-date airport layout reflecting the real-world airport
- Bespoke taxi signage true to real-world specifications
- Official GSX profile included in the scenery folder and iniManager download
- Level of Detail (LOD) optimisation across all models for best performance
- Built using the latest MSFS2024 SDK features for maximum performance and stability
- Full iniManager compatibility for easy configuration
We also learn that the terminal that is currently under construction at the real airport will be added when it’s completed as a free update. A package including points of interest for the city will be included at no additional cost with the airport.
Here’s a list with some of the landmarks.
- Sky Shuttle Terminal
- AIA Building
- China Construction Bank (CCB) Building
- Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Central Plaza
- Two International Finance Centre (Two IFC)
- Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Terminal
- Hong Kong Cultural Centre
- Hong Kong Space Museum
- Central Star Ferry Pier
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