Flight Simulation developers shared news today, including updates about aircraft for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020.
That being said, before we move on to the news, check a story that received individual coverage earlier today.
Indiafoxtecho Provides Update on its Upcoming Aircraft
Indiafoxtecho provided an update about its upcoming aircraft, the Eurofighter Typhoon, the F-16A Falcon in collaboration with Heatblur, and the TA-4J Skyhawk.
Eurofighter Typhoon
“We have yet to complete the external 3D model: the new (super detailed) landing gear is on short final, but we also need to add details to the slat actuators, the speed brake and other areas.
Also, the pylons and PIRATE systems are still missing.
The avionics and systems are being worked on, although they are by and large an improved version of our P3D product (much like we did for the F-35).
We do not have a release window just yet – it will probably take another month to have an Alpha version.”
F-16A Falcon
“3D Geometry is finally complete, and we are waiting for Heatblur to deliver the base texture set and the paintkit – we’ll take the ball from there and will work on the liveries (…and yes, it is too early to tell which ones will be included).
Our friends at Echo19 are working on a dedicated immersive sound package starting from live recordings.
We do not have a release window for this one – but it is unlikely that a build may be ready before September at this point.”
T4-AJ Skyhawk
“We have *almost* complete the geometry but, as we discussed in the past, we are not happy at all with the previous mapping and texture set (the one in the picture) so we are remap all the external model and creating completely new texture sets… but there is still some work to be done.
Due to conflicting schedules with other projects with higher priority, including the DCS G.91, the project is moving forward VERY slowly and we may need to reshuffle the resources assigned to this project.”
The developer also mentioned that all other projects, including the MB.326 and the E-2/C-,2 are on hold until the aircraft above are completed.
SEPECAT Jaguar for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Gets Detail and Pricing
Azurpoly provided an update on the upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 version of the SEPECAT Jaguar. Incidentally, the MSFS 2020 version has been released today on Contrail and Simmarket.
The MSFS 2020 version is already compatible with MSFS 2024, but the native MSFS 2024 version will be a different aircraft designed for the new sim and supporting its new features.
It’ll be priced at $35.99, and those who already own the MSFS 2020 version will be able to upgrade for $4.99. It’s “in short final” and will be released “in a few weeks” as the developer mentioned on Discord.
Here’s what you can expect from the native MSFS 2024 version:
- Interactive walk-around actions.
- Better graphic quality (textures, windshield).
- More optimization for performance.
- More realistic hydraulics and fuel systems.
- And a new exclusive weapons systems, including missile and bomb release, external fuel tank jettison, and a working cannon. All weapons follow realistic trajectories, with smooth animations from the pylon to the impact zone, and accurate visual effects both in-flight and on impact. Please note that the system is purely visual and does not cause actual damage to the environment or other aircraft. Weapons are not shared in multiplayer and cannot aim at real targets.
Got Friends Announces Aeroprakt A-32 and Provides Update on Its Add-ons
Got Friends shared an update about its upcoming products and existing ones.
First of all, we get the announcement of a new aircraft the developer has been working on, the Ukrainian-built Aeroprakt A-32 “Vixxen.” It’s early in development, and we get to take a look at the work-in-progress 3D model.
We also get an update on the Schleicher AS-33Me Glider, and we hear what you can expect as follows.
- Launching natively for MSFS 2020 and 2024
- 15-meter and 18-meter variants
- Modular dashboard with customizable gauge locations
- Complex animation set including bug wipers, wingflex, and surface wear
- Built from the ground up to redefine our “flagship” soaring experience
The developer is also working on updating and upgrading the Discus-2c glider. Hereìs what you can expect.
- New soundpack and avionics
- 3D model additions and improved animations
- Walk-around preflight features
- Improved FES motor logic with multiplayer support
We also get a breakdown of the developer’s plans going forward.
First-Party Commitments with Microsoft
- Ongoing updates as the simulator evolves
- Continued support for existing aircraft
- Development of future 1st-party projects in partnership
- Native upgrades underway for key products
- Most upgrades will be free; some may carry a minimal fee for expanded content
- Ongoing efforts to revive the Avitar Series (No solution yet…)
- All new aircraft will launch for MSFS 2020 and 2024 simultaneously
- Project Crosskart was our first to follow this model
- AS-33Me is next in line
- After that, something new is on the horizon…
You can also find the status and plans for all the developer’s existing products on the official MSFS forums.
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.