Flight Simulation developers shared news today, focusing on scenery for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020.
That being said, before we move on to the news, check out a story that received individual coverage earlier today.
Western Sydney Airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Gets New Screenshots
Drzewiecki Design has showcased new screenshots of its Western Sydney International Airport (YSWS) in Australia. We also get a brief development update.
“The terminal is shaping up beautifully—outside we’re working on lighting, ventilation, roofing, and windows, while the main hall interior is starting to come together with realistic structure and detailing.
The Experience Center is nearly done and looking fantastic. On the transport side, we’ve added two more overpasses and just began work on the underground metro station—a tricky but rewarding challenge that requires blending complex geometry with terrain transitions.
We’ve also added a full set of technical buildings, updated all signage, and completed the AFCAD, ensuring accurate layout and full AI support. On the apron, we’ve been busy with realistic concrete textures, surface division lines, and subtle weathering effects for extra immersion.
To top it off, custom liveries for key airlines are now integrated and looking sharp in sim.”
Gothenburg Landvetter Airport Updated for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Orbx released an extensive update of its Gothenburg Landvetter Airport (ESGG) in Sweden by well-known developer Marcus Nyberg.
First and foremost, the update makes the airport compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. It also includes the following features.
- Enhanced landside environment
- Custom taxiway lights
- Improved runway profile
- A bunch of small improvements and corrections (parking 43 is removed, taxiway signs got a light splash effect at night, etc)
- Package has also been further optimized with roughly 25% less in size
You can purchase it on Orbx Direct for $9.84 (it’s currently discounted by 40% due to the March Madness sale). Of course, customers who already purchased the airport for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 get the update for free.
Also, the updates above apply to the airport in MSFS 2020 as well.
Kinsarvik Scenery Released for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Cli4D Design released another of their scenery add-ons Kinsarvik in Norway. You can purchase it on Orbx Direct and Simmarket starting at $15.10.
It includes the following features:
- Scenery based around Vetlemoen Heliport, Airlift AS’ base in Kinsarvik.
- Includes Statkraft (National Energy Company) facilities in the Hardanger region of Norway.
- Features surrounding landmarks like Folgefonna Glacier, fjords, mountains, and Trolltunga.
- ENW7G – Mauranger Hydroelectric Powerstation (Parking 0)
- ENW6K – Vinduet (Parking 2)
- ENW5R – Kvanngrøvatnet (Parking 2)
- ENW3Y – Jukla East (Parking 2)
- ENW4Z – Trolltunga Helipad (Parking 3)
- Helicopter parking spots spawnable with Asobo H125
- Includes spawnable areas for float planes near each site
If you’d like to get into flight simulation but you’re perhaps a bit intimidated by its apparent complexity, you can read our introductory guide, alongside the second episode focusing on installing add-ons, and another showcasing the basic instruments.
You can also read more flight simulation news in the previous roundup article.