Hello Friends, It’s been a while since I’ve posted to my blog site and for that I’m very sorry. My last post was made on Christmas Eve and I had stated that I was taking a few weeks off, which unfortunately turned into several months and to be honest I’m not 100% ready to write…
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Reader Question – Should I Buy A PC?
To my knowledge, or at least what I can remember…this is the first reader email I’ve received from someone who has been playing MSFS 2020 on the console platform. Isaac is asking a very good question and one I have a few opinions. Let’s dive into his email. Hello Jerry! My name is Isaac and…
Study-Level Aircraft – What Does It Really Mean?
If you’ve been around the flight simulation community more than a day or two, you’ve probably heard or read someone reference “The ABCD, XYZ aircraft is study-level or is of study-level quality”. But what exactly does the term “Study-Level” mean when it comes to our home based simulators? A Little History I first heard the…
Reader Question – Purchasing Add-ons for MSFS
As we’re officially one week away from the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, I though this reader question was somewhat timely and fitting for all. Connor emailed me back in early October and I answered his question and told him to keep an eye out on the website for his question to be made…
Reader Question – MSFS 2024 Career Mode
Another reader question which I wanted to share with y’all. So here goes…. Hello Jerry, I have a question regarding the new MSFS 2024 Career Mode. Do you believe this new career mode will replace all the other 3rd party versions such as A Pilot’s Life, Air Hauler etc.? Also, I’m curious why Microsoft decided…
Reader Question – Should I Upgrade?
I’m sure the most recent question I received from one of my loyal readers of this blog is one that we all have contemplated since we first learned about Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. To be 1000% honest, this had been a question kicking around in my own head for a period of time. Let’s dive…
Reader Question – Why Do Developers Release Junk?
I figured it wouldn’t take long before someone would write to be about the recent release of the Aerosoft Airbus A330 and I wasn’t disappointed. I’ve had several readers email me in the past 24-48 hours about this and here are my thoughts on the matter. But first, let me show you the email from…
PMDG 737 MAX Deprioritized
I’m sure you’ve all heard the news from PMDG. Late last week, PMDG provided a development update to the flight simulation community. In this update they talked about their upcoming Boeing 777-200LR and 200ER releases. They mentioned their hope is the 777-200LR will release before the end of the year. PMDG continued by stating “The…
MSFS 2024 Purchase Options
By now I’m sure you’ve all heard that Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is now officially available for pre-order. The actual release date, pending no issues is set for 19 November which is less than two months away. Like you, I’ve been diving into all the various purchase options to try and determine which option suits…
Let’s Talk about KDFW for MSFS
Anyone who knows me in the flight simulation community knows that the Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of my absolute favorite airports in the real world. I have very fond memories of visiting DFW as a child in the mid to late 70’s. Watching the airplanes/airlines including American, Braniff and seeing the awesome…