Hello Captains, and welcome back!
I recently picked up the A2A PA-24 Comanche—and I’m absolutely smitten. It’s such a joy to fly that I couldn’t resist sharing my experience with you. While this isn’t my first A2A aircraft, it’s the first I’ve flown in Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS), and it’s been nothing short of exceptional.
Back in the FSX/P3D days, I owned several A2A aircraft: the Piper J-3 Cub, Cessna 182 Skylane, and Piper Cherokee 180, all enhanced with their signature Accu-Sim technology. Of those, the Cherokee was my personal favorite—its realism and character made every flight memorable.
I made the leap from P3D to MSFS 2020 once the Fenix A320 and PMDG 737 hit the scene, and in doing so, I left my beloved A2A GA fleet behind. To be fair, I don’t believe A2A released the Comanche for MSFS until mid-2023, so it wasn’t exactly waiting for me. Fast forward to today, and I’m now flying the Comanche in MSFS 2024—and loving every minute of it.
If you’re unfamiliar with A2A, think of them as the Fenix or PMDG of the general aviation world. Their aircraft aren’t just visually stunning—they’re deeply immersive and unforgiving if you don’t treat them right. The PA-24 Comanche, powered by Accu-Sim, tracks wear and tear over time, remembers your flight history, and demands proper maintenance. It’s as close to real-world flying as you can get in a sim.
Lately, I’ve been buzzing around my home airport—Georgetown Municipal (GTU) in Texas—and having an absolute blast. In fact, I’ve enjoyed it so much that I’ve decided to launch an around-the-world adventure in the Comanche. I’ll be kicking that off in the coming days, and I’ll be sharing updates as I go. If you’re curious or just want to tag along, I’d love to have you join me on the journey.
Until then…
Happy Flying!
—Jerry