Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has just been released, but third-party flight simulation developers are continuing their business as usual with reveals and releases
Below you can check out links to news that have received individual coverage.
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Available Now, First Load May Take Up to 60 Minutes
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Devs “Completely Underestimated” Excitement, Explain Server Issues
We also have an interesting interview with Head of Microsoft Flight Simulator Jorg Neumann to celebrate the release.
You can check out all the news below.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport Announced for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and 2020
Photorico Scenery revealed a new airport in the works for both Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and 2020. While the airport was not named explicitly, the surrounding buildings are unmistakable.
It’s Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (TJIG) also known as Isla Grande Airport serving San Juan, Puerto Rico.
The nearby Puerto Rico Convention Center and the Aloft Hotel are very recognizable and helped identify this scenic location.
Bogotá City Landmarks Released for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and 2020
SamScene3D released its Bogotá City Landmarks package portraying the capital of Colombia for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and officially compatible with MSFS 2024.
It’s available on Orbx Direct and Simmarket for $8.38 with the following features.
- Over 100 handcrafted models, including landmarks, churches, stadiums, banks, apartments, POI, etc
- Many landable rooftops for helicopters
- Beautiful night effects
Kola Map Missions Released for Free for DCS World
Orbx released a trio of missions for DCS World to be used with its recently released Kola Map. The missions can be downloaded for free on Orbx Direct and include the following.
- Avenge Murmansk (Summer, MiG-29): Lead a MiG-29 squadron to defend Murmansk in high-intensity engagements.
- Defend Kiruna (Winter): Provide critical air support in winter conditions, flying either the A-10A or A-10C.
- Bodo Fjords Run (Summer): Navigate Norway’s fjords under pressure with the F/A-18C or the iconic F-14B.
Volanta Reveals Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Launch Week Event
Orbx announced on its official Discord server a launch week celebration for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
Anyone who clicks on “I’m Going” on the Event prompt in Volanta and completes a flight by November 25 at 06:00 UTC will have a chance to win one of the following prizes.
- First Place Prize: 3 months of Volanta Premium
- Second Place Prize: 2 months of Volanta Premium
- Third Place Prize: 1 month of Volanta Premium
If you’re unfamiliar with Volanta, it’s a flight-tracking application that you can download for free with additional features available via monthly subscription.