In their in-house forum PMDG’s Robert Randazzo has provided a substantial update on their product lineup, with significant progress across multiple aircraft and their transition to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
777-200ER Development
- Beta testing continues with focus on engine performance validation
- Detailed tuning of three engine variants (PW, GE, RR) with unique sound packages
- Simultaneous release planned for both MSFS 2020 and 2024
- Will include 30+ liveries and integration with PMDG Operations Center 3.0
- Release date is set internally but not yet announced publicly
777-300ER and 777F Updates
- Upcoming updates will include fixes and improvements
- Enhanced sound environment across the 777 family
- MSFS 2024 compatibility being added
- Free upgrade to MSFS 2024 version for existing owners
DC-6 Progress
- Previous performance issues in MSFS 2024 have been resolved
- Lighting and illumination systems being adapted for MSFS 2024
- Moving toward beta testing phase
- Free upgrade path for existing owners
737 Status
- Early stages of MSFS 2024 evaluation
- New cabin model integration in progress
- Sound environment being re-engineered
- MAX variant development temporarily paused due to enterprise project commitments
747 Development Highlights
- Active development on both Classic and -400 variants
- Flight Engineer panel systems integration underway
- Implementation of adaptive crew automation system
- Detailed modeling revealed for landing gear assemblies
- Planned variants include 747-100, -200B, -SP, -300, -400, and -8
- Being developed primarily for MSFS 2024
- MSFS 2020 compatibility still under consideration
Key Technical Features
- Comprehensive crew automation system allowing various levels of assistance
- Enhanced visual fidelity, particularly in the 747 program
- New sound engineering across multiple aircraft
- Integration with updated PMDG Operations Center
The update demonstrates PMDG’s commitment to supporting both MSFS 2020 and 2024 platforms while continuing to enhance their existing product line.
I am waiting patiently. I enjoy PMDG still in MSFS2020