Flight Simulation developers shared news today, including airports for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020.
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Without further ado, I leave you with today’s flight simulation news.
Houston William P. Hobby Airport for MSFS 2024 Gets First Screenshots
Fly2High released the first screenshots of William P. Hobby Airport (KHOU), serving Houston in Texas, US.
We learn that we’re “very close to release” and more screenshots and details will be shared soon.
Ilulissat Airport Released for MSFS 2024
Fsimstudios released Ilulissat Airport (BGJN) in Greenland for MSFS 2024.
It’s available on Simmarket and the developer’s website starting at $14.99.
Here’s what you can expect.
Coverage
- Fully up to date as of September 1, 2026, with both the new and the old airport modelled
- Ultra-detailed rendition based on extensive surveying, airport photography, and reference material.
The new international airport
- The complete new Ilulissat International Airport, including its 2,200-metre runway, apron, taxiways, terminal complex and associated infrastructure
- Detailed interior and exterior modelling of the new international terminal, with accurate architectural details, signage, lighting and layout based on the latest available references
- Detailed airport buildings and infrastructure throughout the airport area, including service facilities, hangars, operational buildings and the tower
- Detailed runway, taxiway and airport lighting based on the latest construction information and airport references
Terrain and surroundings
- Custom terrain and extensive work around the airport perimeter, reproducing the dramatic Arctic landscape and the substantial terrain modifications made during construction of the new airport
- Several custom landmarks and POIs throughout Ilulissat — Hotel Arctic, Hotel Hvide, the Ilulissat Cultural Center, Pituffik Market and the new Icefjord Centre
Performance
- Optimized modelling and texturing throughout the airport and surrounding scenery, delivering extensive detail while maintaining performance
Ende H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport v2 Released for MSFS 2020
Gudisim released v2 of its H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport (WATE) serving Ende, Indonesia.
It’s available for MSFS 2020 on Simmarket for $9.98. Those who have v1 can upgrade agt no additional cost.
- Highly detailed recreation of H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport (WATE)
- Accurate airport layout based on real-world references
- High-quality, custom-made 3D terminal and airport buildings
- Detailed control tower and supporting airport facilities
- Realistic PBR materials and high-resolution textures
- Detailed runway, apron, and ground markings
- Custom airport lighting and navigational elements
- Realistic landside and airside details
- Enhanced surrounding environment inspired by the coastal and mountainous landscape of Ende
- Optimized 3D models for smooth simulator performance
- Compatible with the latest Microsoft Flight Simulator updates
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