Author: J T
PMDG Upgrade Fees vs “Free Updates”: Why This Debate Won’t Stop Buzzing
If flight simulation had a weather radar for community drama, this one would be painted solid magenta. On February 9, 2026, the blog Position and Hold published an opinion piece titled “The PMDG Controversy” that tackles the ongoing tug-of-war over paid upgrades in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and why someRead More …
BSS, Pirates, and a Match Near the Fuel Truck: When Anti-Piracy Turns Into “Destroy Haters”
On February 17, 2026, BlueSkyStar Simulation (BSS) jumped into their Discord with two big announcements: a new batch of X-Plane 12 payware plans and a fresh anti-piracy posture that promptly lit up the community comment sections like runway edge lights at midnight. At the center of the turbulence wasn’t justRead More …
PMDG 737-600NG Lands in MSFS 2024 (Small Jet, Big Attitude)
PMDG just added another bird to the MSFS 2024 hangar: the PMDG 737-600NG, built natively for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. And yes, it’s the shortest NG. No, it’s not “less of a 737.” It’s the airline equivalent of a compact sport sedan that still wants you to respect the throttle.Read More …
MSFS 2024 Sim Update 5 Public Beta Is Live (and Your Install Is About to Learn New Words)
The Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Sim Update 5 public beta is officially live for Steam, Windows PC, and Xbox. That means we’re in the part of the movie where the devs toss the keys to the community and say: “Drive it. Tell us what falls off.” If you’re the kindRead More …
FS Addon Compare Version 2.0 Is Live With User Accounts, Wishlist Tools, and Smarter Tracking for MSFS Addons
FS Addon Compare has rolled out Version 2.0, bringing one of its biggest updates yet for Microsoft Flight Simulator users who like to keep a close eye on addon pricing, planning, and purchase history. The headline addition is full user account support, which opens the door to a more personalizedRead More …
SayIntentions.AI Announces Traffic+ Alpha Preview for Partners, Adds New Passenger PA Intercom Feature
SayIntentions.AI has introduced two new updates for its users: Traffic+ is now live in Alpha Preview for Partner customers, and a new Passenger PA intercom position is now available in Pilot Portal settings. Traffic+ is built for pilots who want busier airports than real-world schedules normally allow. The new Traffic+Read More …
Patch Notes vs Pilot Reality: Why DCS Update Cycles Keep Sparking Community Turbulence
Flight sim patches are supposed to feel like fresh asphalt: smoother, safer, ready for takeoff. And yet, every time a major update lands in Digital Combat Simulator (DCS), the community does what it does best: it flies, it tests, it argues… and it immediately starts comparing the official “what changed”Read More …
GSX Pro 3.7.6 Drops Today: Mototok Pushback, More Airliners Supported, and a Smarter Installer
FSDreamTeam just rolled out GSX Pro Version 3.7.6 (February 4th, 2026), and this one’s a pretty chunky service cart of upgrades. The headline feature is a brand-new pushback option that feels ripped from the “future ramp operations” playbook, plus aircraft passenger support expands again, and the installer gets some long-overdueRead More …
Orbx Drops the Emerald 1500R Sport for MSFS 2020 and 2024
If your hangar’s been feeling a little… too comfortable lately, Orbx just threw a delightful curveball: the Emerald 1500R Sport is out now for both Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, developed by Emerald Scenery Design. This is a lightweight, hands-on aircraft built around the kind ofRead More …
FAA drops the Final EIS for Starship at KSC and LC-39A is about to get busy
Big news out of Florida: the FAA has released the Final Environmental Impact Statement (Final EIS) and Record of Decision (ROD) for Starship operations at Launch Complex 39A, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for launches from one of the most famous slabs of concrete on Earth. And here’s the headlineRead More …