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Fly a DC-3, or ‘Spruce Goose’ in the New Microsoft Flight Simulator

The tech giant's latest version takes advantage of gaming technology with scenery that may rival that of commercial flight simulators.

The 40th anniversary release includes a wide variety of virtual aircraft. [Courtesy: Microsoft]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Microsoft has released the 40th-anniversary edition of Flight Simulator, celebrating the franchise's history since its 1977 origin and its future in virtual aviation.
  • This latest edition boasts significant features, including seven historical aircraft and advanced global scenery rendered using Bing Maps data and Azure AI.
  • Beyond entertainment, the simulator offers practical benefits for real-world pilots, providing a platform to practice flying skills and supplement flight training.
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Just in time for the holidays, Microsoft has released the 40th anniversary edition of its famed Flight Simulator flight sim program. 

For many aviation enthusiasts, the new edition is not just another update of the company’s long-standing simulation program, but instead a celebration of virtual aviation’s past, present, and future. 

Arturo Weiss

Arturo has a strong background in aviation and communications. As a graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, he has held key training and safety management roles at Airbus and the Experimental Aircraft Association. His training experience includes Aviation English program development for pilots, air traffic controllers, and flight attendants while also overseeing ground school training for a local flight academy. Outside his aviation work, Arturo is a certified communications facilitator providing business communication training to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and high-profile thought leaders in diverse industries.

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