We've released a new beta branch for FSX:SE that will help us gain valuable new telemetry data that will help us in the development of the new Microsoft Flight Simulator. If you are interested in assisting us with this process, please follow the link below, select the branch labeled fsx-beta – External Beta and select “yes” when asked if you allow telemetry. Remember that you are always able to opt out of the beta branch and return to the normal branch at any time.

Setting up the Steam Client for FSX Beta
To join the FSX beta follow these simple steps:

1. Right Click on the FSX: Steam Edition in your Steam Library.
2. Select Properties.
3. Select BETA Tab.



4. Choose fsx-beta External Beta branch. You DO NOT NEED a code.
5. Restart your Steam Client.

To reverse the changes and go to live build once again, just select branch - NONE and restart your steam client.

Bug Fixes
Included in this update are also a number of fixes, which you can find below:

CHANGELIST:

Turbine

• Resolved issue in N1 values where some settings were set to zero
  
• Fixed issue where fuel flow not saved and set to 0 when started in the air
  

Agent radar

• Resolved in flight issue which resulted in intermittent crashes when using navigation way-points
  

Conversion

• Impression fixes when converting knots to meters per second
  

Piston

• Small fixes to oil pressure table
  
• C172 oil pressure changed to start with a valid value
  

Live Weather

• Reintegrated Live Weather
  
• When a weather station METAR line reading is failing the data will now be extrapolated from the weighted mean of the closest available METAR sources, instead of resetting to default weather
  

FSX:SE Team

Raise a jug with us! The Republic P-47D Thunderbolt, known by its pilots as the 'Jug', is now available on Steam for FSX: Steam Edition courtesy of Just Flight.

This highly detailed P-47D add-on is modelled after the initial P-47D-25 bubble top specification and includes a wealth of features:

Multiple innovative animations and an optional realistic animated pilot figure
Colourful nose art
Separate cockpit gauge lighting
Channel pre-selector controls (NAV 1 only)
Load-out control for wing stores, 'cold & dark' start-up and show/hide pilot
Choice of centre panel options: not used, gunsight or radios
Selectable wing options: pylons only, wing fuel tanks of 75/108/150 gallons and 500lb/1,000lb bombs
Authentic engine sound set including cockpit sounds such as switches, clickable knobs, pumps etc.
PDF colour manual that includes extensive information on cockpit usage and the engine starting operation

Click here for full details.

Take a trip over Barcelona with the great Barcelona scenery pack, new to FSX: Steam Edition courtesy of Flight1 Software.

Barcelona includes the following features to make for a realistic scenic area:

120 km Of Custom TexturePhoto Terrain Textures With Near Photo Accuracy
972 km of Hand Classified Landclass For Accurate Blending
45800 Custom Geotypical Buildings Accurately Sized And Placed
Accurately Placed Autogen Houses
Accurately Placed Vegetation Autogen
Library Objects Used For Added Detail
Detailed Mesh

Click here for full details.

In the single-seat fighter class, the Mustang reigns supreme! Now you can fly it in FSX: Steam Edition, courtesy of Flight1 Software.

Take the controls of this wild horse and you’ll enjoy a number of realistic details:

Fully selectable weapons and tank load-outs, controlled in-sim via special load-out panel in cockpit.
Functional emergency canopy release in the Virtual Cockpit
Hydraulic 'bleed-down' for undercarriage doors, controlled from cockpit pressure lever.
Removable engine cover reveals detailed authentic Packard Merlin engine with glycol tanks and other details.
Removable wing hatches reveal accurately detailed 50 cal machine guns, ammunition belts and loading chutes.
Fully animated pilot with choice of military or civilian 'owner-pilot'
Selectable wingspan and range controls on gun sight. Switchable reticule light and animated drop down bulb holder.
Removable control stick and throttle quadrant to aid instrument reading and switch functionality.
Cold, dark cockpit start possible with all instrument readings to the correct numbers.
Accurate starting procedure including correct priming, oiler and boost sequence.
War Emergency Power setting on throttle with correct 'wire-gate'.
Full hi-fidelity sound-set even includes the characteristic gun-port 'whistle' on fly past.
Effects package includes startup exhaust, recognition lights, custom animations from the pilots and more.

Click here for full details.

A general purpose workhorse from World War II, Just Flight's super-detailed Stinson L-5 Sentinel is now available on Steam for FSX: Steam Edition. Rather than using a commercially available aircraft, the US military went all-out and had the L-5 built to their own specifications.

Available now from developers Just Flight, the L-5 Sentinel includes a wealth of detail features:

Highly detailed down to individual rivets and fabric effects
Fully animated, highly realistic pilot and observer
Removable engine cover reveals the detailed Lycoming engine
Animated doors and drop-down Perspex windows
Weather covers and pre-flights included
Realistic 'shake' on airframe at engine start and idle
Realistic needle tremble on engine start and low speed idle
Realistic engine start procedure with prop stutter
Cold and Dark start function using a switch
Specially animated aileron droop function in combination with flaps
Working rear observer’s controls
All wires and pulleys for control surfaces are animated
Full period radio suite

Click here for full details.

Courtesy of third party developers A2A Simulations, their recreation of the classic radial-engined F4U is now available on Steam for FSX: Steam Edition.

Flown by the US Navy and US Marines, along with other nations' air services, the F4U was a serious step forward for carrier-based aircraft, though plenty of Corsairs flew from land bases too.

A2A’s F4U includes several variants and many realistic detail features:

F4U-1A, F4U-1C, and F4U-1D models included
Classic radial engine sounds inside and out
Animated pilot looks around as you fly
3D instrumentation
Drop wing tanks remove both fuel and weight when released
Under-wing rockets can be added or removed with a single click

Click here to find out more.

From developers Just Flight, we are pleased to announce that the Cessna® 152 is now available on Steam for FSX: Steam Edition.

Arguably THE classic training aircraft, many experienced pilots’ first flights took place at the yoke of a Cessna 152, and the type remains in widespread use today.

Just Flight’s recreation of the Cessna 152 includes many realistic features:

Authentic labelling and placards based on those found in the real aircraft.
Numerous animations including passenger doors, cockpit windows, sun visors, map compartment and engine exhaust
Ground equipment including chocks and tie-downs
A truly 3D virtual cockpit right down to accurately modelled seat belts and screw heads - every instrument is constructed fully in 3D with smooth animations
Authentic fuel and RPM gauge needle ‘wobble’
Dimmable instrument and radio lighting, separately controllable to the dome lighting
Interactive checklists for every stage of flight
Aircraft configuration system that will allow you to choose between 'cold & dark' or 'ready for take-off'
Refill menu for quick and easy refilling of fuel and oil, and recharging of the battery

Click here for full details.

Grab the throttles of two heavyweight classics, courtesy of developers Just Flight, with the Airliner Classic bundle!

Never tried FSX: Steam Edition? Pick up FSX: Steam Edition plus the boeing 747™ 200/300 and McDonnell Douglas DC-10™ all at 40% discount.

Already got FSX: Steam Edition? You can still take advantage of the discounts on both airliners.

See full details here.

Flight Tales II - Adrenaline is now available as an exclusive revised version for FSX: Steam Edition.

Pit your wits against some extreme experiences inside and outside the cockpit! Flight Tales 2 from developer Thorsten Reichert takes you right out of your comfort zone with a series of challenging missions that will see you racing power boats, wearing a wing suit and more!




Click here to find out more.

Add-ons from A2A Simulations, Aerosoft, Just Flight, Orbx and other top developers are now available at great discounts in the FSX: Steam Edition June Sale. Click here to visit the Steam store.

Developed by a real world airline captain, FS Academy - In Command will arm you with the knowledge and skills you’ll need to deal with challenging situations and system failures in a realistic way.

Learn the technical and non-technical skills required to effectively manage an aircraft in difficult circumstances, such as closed runways and system failures.Whether sightseeing in a Piper or navigating the Atlantic, the pilot in command is the one in charge when things turn sour.

This pack also includes, but is not limited to:

• The role and responsibility of The Commander
  
• Management of system failures and difficult situations
  
• The decision-making process
  
• Fuel Planning • Aircraft Loading
  
• Altimetry
  
• Airport Facilities, Lighting and Markings
  
• ICAO Annexes and Airport Codes
  
• Hazardous Weather
  
• Decoding METAR & TAF Weather Reports

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‘More bang for your buck’ is the essence of turbocharging, and in the late 1970s Piper offered pilots exactly that with the introduction of the PA-28R Turbo Arrow III, and later the Turbo Arrow IV. Both variants are now available on Steam for FSX: Steam Edition as the Piper PA-28R Turbo Arrow III/IV, courtesy of developers Just Flight.

The PA-28R Turbo Arrow III and Arrow IV are four-seater, turbocharged piston-engine aircraft equipped with a retractable tricycle landing gear and constant-speed propeller – ideal for touring and instrument training. Just Flight's rendition of the Piper PA-28R Arrow III is an accurate and highly detailed model and it provides a faithful representation of the real-world aircraft.

Features include:

Numerous animations including passenger door, baggage door, cockpit window, sun visors and oil cover.
Ground equipment - including chocks and tie-downs.
Cockpit textures feature wear and tear based on reference photos taken in the real aircraft to produce an authentic environment.
Interactive engine start checklist.
Interactive checklists for every stage of flight.
Aircraft configuration system that will allow you to choose between 'cold & dark' or 'ready for take-off'.
Fully functional and comprehensive IFR-capable avionics fit including:
-KMA 20 audio selector unit.
-KX 170B COM 1 / NAV 1 radio.
-KX 175B COM 2 / NAV 2 radio.
-KN 62 DME unit which can display information from NAV 1, NAV 2 or its own inbuilt receiver (NAV 3).
-Piper Autocontrol IIIB autopilot unit with navigation, heading and roll hold.
-KT 76A transponder unit.
-KR 85 ADF unit with ADF/ANT/BFO modes.
GPS 100 unit.

Click here for full details.

Courtesy of developers Carenado, the classic Mooney M20J is now available on Steam for FSX: Steam Edition.

The M20J includes a highly detailed interior and exterior model, full moving and animated rudder and flaps, light effects and also a detailed, interactive virtual cockpit. The M20J is ideal for VFR and IFR flying, with realistic performance based on feedback from experienced Mooney pilots.

Features include:

Four different Liveries with realistic textures
Interactive virtual cockpit
Animated doors, ailerons, elevators, rudders, flaps, rolling wheels
3D modelled pilot and cockpit area
Custom panel and gauges with realistic lighting (day and night)
Full checklist and reference text for Flight Dynamics

Click here to find out more.

FSX: Steam Edition pilots seeking the very latest in international terminals need to look no further than Mega Airport Berlin-Brandenburg by Aerosoft, which is now available on Steam for FSX: Steam Edition.

This add-on covers the existing Airport Berlin Schönefeld as well as the adjacent under-construction BER international airport. A configuration tool (downloaded via the Steam Tools Library) allows you to switch between present day reality or the near future when the new airport is completed and open. The impressive feature list includes:

Two AFCAD versions that can be switched to your liking: BER open or SXF only
Winter textures set
Detailed VFR landmarks as the Waltersdorf shopping complex right in the new 25L approach
Animated visual docking systems
Detailed navigation systems (ILS, VOR/DME, NDB, ATIS)
High resolution day and night textures (2048px²)
Extensive coverage of over 100km² with high resolution aerial imagery (0.2-0.4m/px)
64,590 hand-placed autogen objects (houses/vegetation) covering the complete aerial image
Realistic 3D grass and vegetation
Configuration manager tool (downloaded via the Steam Tools Library) for optimal performance
Highly detailed manual including charts (PDF)

Click here for full details.

Courtesy of third party developer Zinertek Technologies, the 24-7 Enhancement Bundle is now available on Steam!

This bundle includes Microsoft FSX: Steam Edition, plus Zinertek’s HD Airport Graphics and Ultimate Night Environment all in one discounted package for a limited time only. Existing owners of Microsoft FSX: Steam Edition can also purchase both Zinertek packs included in the bundle at the same discount, so the 24-7 Enhancement Bundle offers a great 40% discount for existing FSX: Steam Edition pilots and newcomers alike.

HD Airport Graphics updates the look of default airport terminals, buildings, vehicles and ground areas, while Ultimate Night Environment adds improved highway, building and vehicle lighting across the globe.

Find out more by clicking here.

Carenado’s detailed Cessna® C208B Grand Caravan® is now available on the Steam store, courtesy of developers Carenado. This feature-rich aircraft add-on includes both the Caravan and Cargomaster variants in different paint schemes, along with detail features such as wheel chocks, pitot cover and tail prop stand. Other features include:

Custom high quality digital stereo sounds recorded directly from a real PT6A engine
Original GNS 430
Customisable panel for controlling seat configuration
Animated items such as doors, windows, sun visors, co-pilot seat and pilot
Autopilot
3D-modeled pilot, cockpit area and passenger cabin area
Nightlight effects on panel
Toggle yoke
Cargo Pod
Flight dynamics tested by real C208B pilots
To find out more, click here.

Great news for farming fliers (and flying farmers) everywhere - Alabeo's Cessna® C188 AgTruck is now available on Steam for FSX: Steam Edition.

Developed by Alabeo, the Cessna® C188 AgTruck is both beautifully detailed and faithfully replicated. The team at Alabeo designed and developed this aircraft using feedback from real world agricultural pilots, and designed in numerous realistic features.

Professional flight dynamics.
Realistic material reflections.
Chemical fumigation liquid effect.
Chemical loader interface.
Dynamic weight effect on aircraft - real weight reduction as you drop chemical liquid.
Custom sound set.

Find out more about the Cessna® C188 AgTruck by clicking here.

Courtesy of third party developer Zinertek Technologies, the 24-7 Enhancement Bundle is now available on Steam!

This bundle includes Microsoft FSX: Steam Edition, plus Zinertek’s HD Airport Graphics and Ultimate Night Environment all in one discounted package for a limited time only. Existing owners of Microsoft FSX: Steam Edition can also purchase both Zinertek packs included in the bundle at the same discount, so the 24-7 Enhancement Bundle offers a great 40% discount for existing FSX: Steam Edition pilots and newcomers alike.

HD Airport Graphics updates the look of default airport terminals, buildings, vehicles and ground areas, while Ultimate Night Environment adds improved highway, building and vehicle lighting across the globe.

Find out more by clicking here.

Evoking the origins of the original Mk1 and Mk1a Spitfires designed by the legendary RJ Mitchell, Just Flight’s Dunkirk Spitfire recreates in incredible detail a handful of examples that flew in the early stages of World War 2.

This pack includes three aircraft models with realistic weather and wear effects, the Mk1 (very early with two-bladed propeller, flat-top canopy, rudder balance guard ring and pump-operated landing gear), Mk1 (early pump-operated landing gear, low profile canopy) and Mk1A (later hydraulically operated landing gear, higher profile canopy).

Created using factory engineering drawings and detail research photographs of actual Dunkirk Spitfire restorations, the level of detail is sure to please FSX: Steam Edition pilots.

Many unique animations including 'safety' stage door opening (locks canopy in open position when landing.

• Fully animated, highly realistic pilot with period detail and animated goggles and oxygen mask - automatic at set altitude.
  
• Fully detailed TR9 radio installed behind opening radio/first aid hatch.
  
• Battery/Start cart included and authentic start effect for prop.
  
• Authentic asymmetrical landing gear retraction on both models with ‘notched’ gear retraction and extension on hand-pump model.
  
• Forced wheels-up landing splintered wooden propeller feature on the very early Mk1 model.
  
• Authentically detailed Mk1 hand-pumped landing gear correctly simulated (30 pumps to lower, 15 to raise).
  
• Unique 'shake' on airframe at engine start and idle.
  
• 'Hidden' period radios for Navigation and Communication, accessed via correct radio control in cockpit.
  

To find out more, click here.

Just Flight’s popular Battle of Britain Spitfire has now been updated for all Steam Edition users. The update is available now to all owners of the Battle of Britain Spitfire pack on Steam, and can be applied to the existing Battle of Britain Spitfire install on your PC by logging into Steam and launching Microsoft FSX: Steam Edition.

The updates to the pack are as follows:

A new airfile to make the Spitfire cut-out when flown upside down, and to lose control over 300mph, recreating characteristics of the real aircraft
Door operation now easier
Rudder reversal fixed
Turn and slip indicators fixed

If you don’t yet own this classic British icon, you can find out more about it here.