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IVAO’s Weekly Event Schedule: Antalya, Munich, Brussels, and More!

Get ready for another action-packed week in the virtual skies, courtesy of IVAO! Whether you're a seasoned virtual pilot or new to the community, this week’s lineup of events offers exciting destinations, challenging airspace, and meaningful tributes. Let’s dive into what’s on the radar for this week: ️ 11 OCT: Destination Antalya V1.0 Kick off your week with a scenic journey to Turkey! Destination Antalya V1.0 invites you to explore the […]

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Hurricane Milton Approaches: What It Means for Aviation and MSFS Enthusiasts

As Hurricane Milton strengthens and barrels toward the Florida coastline, aviation enthusiasts and real-world pilots are bracing for significant impact. The storm, projected to make landfall in the coming days, is already beginning to disrupt air traffic across the region. For the flight simulation community, this also presents a thrilling and educational opportunity to experience the challenges of real-world hurricane conditions in Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS). Real-World Aviation Disruptions With […]

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PMDG 777-300ER Update Pushed, 777F Finally in Beta Testing

Great news for fans of the PMDG 777 lineup! If you're flying high with excitement for more detailed and complex aircraft in Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS), you'll want to buckle up for this one. PMDG recently dropped an update on their official forums about the status of their 777-300ER and 777F (freighter). While the wait for these beauties continues, there’s some movement that's bound to get the community buzzing. The […]

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Canadian Xpress® October 2024 Monthly Challenge – Celebrating 15 Years in the Skies!

This month, Canadian Xpress® is thrilled to continue the celebration of 15 years of operations with a special challenge! As part of our milestone anniversary, we’re turning legs from our 15-Year Anniversary Tour into exciting monthly challenges. You’ll have the opportunity to fly these routes twice—once for the tour and once for the challenge—if you want credit for both! For October, we’re flying Leg 20 of the Anniversary Tour, taking […]

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Denver International Airport Completes Concourse Expansion Program

Denver International Airport (DEN) has completed its $2.5 billion Concourse Expansion Program, adding 39 new gates to accommodate the growing number of passengers at the third-busiest airport in the U.S. This multi-phase project began in May 2018 and was managed by WSP, an engineering and consulting firm. The final phase, a 29,000-square-foot expansion on Concourse A-East, includes new gates, hold rooms, and office spaces. A standout feature of the project […]

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Colorado Air and Space Port Achieves National Airport Designation

Elevated Status in FAA Classification Positions Airport for Future Growth and Funding Opportunities Colorado Air and Space Port (CASP) is proud to announce its new designation as a National General Aviation Airport, the highest classification in the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS). This significant achievement reflects the airport's increasing activity, infrastructure, and regional importance in aviation. The FAA’s airport classification system – Basic, Local, […]

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Aircraft & Avionics Update 3: A Step Forward for MSFS Pilots

Microsoft Flight Simulator’s Aircraft & Avionics Update 3 (AAU3) has just landed, offering major enhancements for three popular aircraft: the Airbus A320neo, Airbus A310-300, and the Pilatus PC-6 Porter. This update significantly boosts in-game realism with improvements to flight dynamics, avionics, and overall performance. From upgraded sound packages to flight director logic and autopilot improvements, this release ensures simmers can enjoy a more accurate flying experience across all three aircraft. […]

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Elevate Your Flight Simulation with REX Atmos

If you're looking to bring your Microsoft Flight Simulator experience to new heights, REX Atmos has arrived to redefine your virtual world. With real-time rendering, customizable visuals, and seamless compatibility with other weather engines like REX Weather Force and ActiveSky, this tool transforms everything from cloud formations to atmospheric lighting. Say goodbye to unrealistic visuals like “ash clouds” and enjoy enhanced realism. Whether you’re creating custom weather scenarios or tweaking […]

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Sky Blue Radio updates its mobile apps!

Today you will notice an update to the mobile applications for Apple and Google play listeners!! We've add the Program Schedule, knocked out a performance update with some new layouts. Did you know that the app is more than just another great way to listen to Sky Blue Radio? You can do SO MUCH more... Like... When you start the app, you see this... You can see that we have […]

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PNG Highland Bush Strips Pack 3 for Microsoft Flight Simulator by ORBX

We are thrilled to announce the latest addition to your Microsoft Flight Simulator experience – the PNG Highland Bush Strips Pack 3 by ORBX! Building on the excitement of Packs 1 and 2, ORBX delivers again with seven breathtaking new airstrips in the rugged PNG Playground. Known for its unique blend of beauty and danger, these highland bush strips offer an immersive, high-quality flying experience that will challenge even the most seasoned […]

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