Today, we also published our weekly recap video featuring all the biggest news from the past seven days, so make sure to watch it to catch up on what you may have missed.
Embraer E-Jets for Microsoft Flight Simulator Get Experimental Update with VNAV
FlightSim Studio released an experimental update for its Embraer E-Jets for Microsoft Flight Simulator, and it’s a highly-anticipated one, including the custom FMS with LNAV and VNAV path calculation and the new autopilot with LNAV, VNAV, and all other modes.
It can even fly RNAV approaches, which is a massive step ahead for this family of aircraft that spent a long time in early access. The developer mentions that it’s not far from version 1.0.
LevelUp Boeing 737NG V2 Released for Free for X-Plane 12
Version 2 of the LevelUp Boeing 737NG has been released for X-Plane 12, including the whole family for free. You can grab it on Orbx Direct for free.
It includes the following features.
- Complete visual & audio overhaul for X-Plane
- Brand-new 8K textures inside and out
- Fully rebuilt exterior and cabin modelling
- Five-aircraft 737NG family included (-600 to -900ER)
- Exceptionally small install size
- Deep ZiboMod systems integration
- Extensive configuration and customization options
- CornUI tablet with improved clarity and usability
- Professionally recorded, FMOD 2.0-powered soundset
- Authentic CFM56 interior and exterior audio
Rome Fiumicino Airport v2 for MSFS Gets Release Date
MK Studios announced that its Rome Fiumicino Airport (LIRF) V2 will release for MSFS on January 8.
Incidentally, the developer also updated Rovaniemi V2, among other things, bringing back Santa Village.
- Asphalt brightness adjusted,
- Wigwag animation fix,
- Rear parking direction fix,
- Santa Village not displaying fix,
- Terminal LOD fix,
- Small terrain bumps fixed.
Okavango Delta Returns for MSFS 2024 and MSFS 2020
After a long time, SimWorks Studios has brought back its Okavango Delta add-on in Africa for both Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020 with a v2.
It’s available on Simmarket at $35.94, but it’ll be half-price until January 4. Here’s what you get.
- 9200 sq. km of scenery with hand-placed wetlands and objects
- More than 12000 animals spread around the area
- Nine custom airstrips
- Six camps modelled in very high detail with building interiors: Abu, Nxabega, Xigera, Chief’s camp, Mombo, Guma
- Many smaller camps and tour groups
- Multiple helipads scattered around the delta
- A repaint of the C208 in the imaginary “Safari Wings” livery
- Two bush trips to fly around the delta
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport Released for X-Plane
Fly2High released the X-Plane 12 version of its Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (KBHM) in Alabama.
It’s available on Simmarket for $21.56, including the following features.
- Highly detailed custom terminal models with accurate layout
- Realistic PBR textures for buildings, ground, and airport assets
- Custom apron, taxiway, and runway markings
- Detailed jetways, ground equipment, and static objects
- Optimized for high FPS performance
- Compatible with X-Plane 11 and X-Plane 12
- Accurate night lighting for immersive operations
- Designed for both airliner and GA traffic
If you’d like to read more flight simulation news, you can find plenty in our previous roundup article from yesterday.
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