What aircraft are included in the new X-Plane 12?

The team at Laminar Research has long been working on improving the X-Plane platform and just recently the newest version debuted, X-Plane 12. But what good is a flight simulator if you don’t have great aircraft to fly? Enjoy a quick review of the aircraft changes from X-Plane 11 to X-Plane 12.

What’s the best Logitech flight stick for digital fighter jets?

Too often the term “simmer” (someone who uses a program for simulation/training purposes) is substituted with “gamer.” It’s important to distinguish what camp today’s mission applies to, but as Jack Nicholson taught us 40 years ago, all work and no play makes for an unhappy situation.

Best flight sim: Microsoft Flight Simulator vs. X-Plane (part 2)

Edition one of this blog series covered the technical aspects and computer requirements to run each of these programs. Now we’ll focus on what each program offers within your first five minutes of firing it up. 

Comparing Microsoft Flight Simulator and X-Plane (part 1)

The purpose of this three part blog is to grade Microsoft Flight Simulator versus X-Plane on a wide range of features. Each program has its strengths as well as its weaknesses and it’s worth researching those before financially committing to a software trainer. Edition one of this blog will focus on the differences you need to know before buying either program.

Logitech Flight Simulator Joystick—Product PIREP

One of the most popular flight simulator hardware controls we…

Flight simulator hardware maps for Logitech, CH Products, Redbird

If you're upgrading your flight simulator controls to take advantage…

Flight sim’s early days and cross-country flying, with Bruce Williams – Pilot’s Discretion (ep. 30)

Bruce Williams had a front row seat to some exciting developments in flight simulators, working at Microsoft as their program grew from a simple DOS program to a visually stunning virtual world. He offers some practical tips for using a sim for home training (have a plan, don't stress about the controls) and weighs in on the "game vs. simulator" debate.

Honeycomb Bravo configuration for X-Plane 11

The Honeycomb Bravo throttle is an amazingly capable hardware…

How to change weather settings in Microsoft Flight Simulator

Editing the weather settings within Microsoft Flight Simulator is easier than most know. While flying the digital aircraft, we can change wind speeds, cloud heights, even the barometric settings. Set the cloud ceilings for your favorite IFR approach 20 feet above the minimums and enjoy the challenge!

Honeycomb Bravo Flight Sim Throttle – F/A-18 Super Hornet Configuration (be your own Top Gun!)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3Dalta4dRA   The…