The 40th anniversary release includes a wide variety of virtual aircraft. [Courtesy: Microsoft]
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Microsoft has released the 40th-anniversary edition of its Flight Simulator program, celebrating its extensive history which began in 1977.
The latest edition boasts highly advanced scenery generated using Bing Maps and Azure AI, alongside a collection of seven historical aircraft, including the 1903 Wright Flyer and the 1947 Hughes H-4 Hercules "Spruce Goose."
Beyond entertainment, the simulator serves as a valuable tool for both enthusiasts and real-world pilots to practice and sharpen skills like pilotage, instrument scanning, and radio navigation.
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.
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