Flight Simulation developers shared news today, focusing on airports for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020.
Before we move on to the rest of the news, you can take a look at some stories that received their own individual coverage.
- Boeing 757 for Microsoft Flight Simulator Pricing Revealed Alongside 767 Screenshots
- Schleicher AS 33 Me Glider Releasing in July for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020
You can find all the flight simulation news below.
Beechcraft Starship for Microsoft Flight Simulator Gets Sound Showcase Video
Just Flight released a new video about the upcoming Beechcraft Starship by Black Square, focusing on the sounds.
We already know that the aircraft will release for both MSFS 2024 and MSFS 2020 on June 19.
Dassault Rafale for Microsoft Flight Simulator Gets New Trailer
Azurpoly revealed revealed a trailer of the upcoming officially licensed Dassault Rafale fighter. While we still don’t know when it’ll come, we at least get to see what it looks like.
You can check out the trailer above.
Western Sydney Airport for MSFS 2024 and MSFS 2020 Gets New Screenshots
Drzewiecki Design released more work-in-progress images of Western Sydney International Airport (YSWS) in Australia for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020.
We also get the usual development update, as we know that the aiport will release this month.
“With the release of WSI just around the corner, this week was all about final touches, optimization, and realism.
At the terminal, the final details are being wrapped up — including interior screens, arrival boards, and the placement of animated passengers both inside and outside. The apron received a new dirt layer based on drone footage, as well as updated texture markings, animated escalators, and properly aligned CGL imagery near the highway overpasses.
We also placed custom fuel pumps tailored to three aircraft types, added more LOD models for objects like approach lights and windsock masts, and refined camera masts across the airside. Work continues on solving small but tricky sim-specific challenges, like glass transparency in MSFS2024 parallax shaders.
A new map view for YSWS is also being prepared to support a clean and immersive navigation experience from the start.”
Chatham-Kent Airport Released for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Ascreations released Chatham-Kent Airport (CYCK) in Canada. It’s available on Simmarket for $14.03.
It includes the following features.
- Custom-Modeled Buildings and Objects: All structures — from hangars and the terminal to maintenance buildings — are faithfully rendered with realistic textures and details.
- Custom Texturing: The main runway, taxiways, aprons, and parking stands feature custom surface textures for greater authenticity.
- Functional RNAV Approaches: Fully functional RNAV approaches for both Runway 06 and 24 enable realistic and challenging operations in all conditions.
- Lighting System: Realistic lighting placements illuminate the airport after dark, including a REIL (Rapid-Flash Runway End Identifier Light) approach lighting system at each end of the runway for aid in low-visibility landings.
- Accurate Ground Layout: All pavement, lines, signage, and operational elements are placed to match their real-world counterparts, reflecting Chatham-Kent’s unique character and configuration.
- Additional Detail: Static aircraft, ground service equipment, windsocks, fence lines, and other small details bring the airport to life, adding depth and character to every corner.
El Berriel Maspalomas Airport Released for Free for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
User Thirteen released El Berriel Airport, also known as Maspalimas Airport (GCLB) on Gran Canaria, in the Spanish Canary Islands.
It’s available for freee on Flightsim.to, showing quality similar to many payware airports.
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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