DC Designs has released a fresh development preview of their ongoing work on the Concorde for Microsoft Flight Simulator, with a spotlight on much-improved ILS (Instrument Landing System) handling. The latest updates aim to enhance the aircraft’s approach accuracy, offering a more satisfying and authentic experience for users who manage Concorde’s weight and instruments correctly during landing procedures.
A new video has been released demonstrating the updated Concorde handling an ILS approach, showing enhanced instrument precision and better guidance during final descent. You can watch it here:
Alongside the ILS refinement, the update introduces a reworked afterburner effect—now much more dynamic and visible during flight. Also visible in the video are the new low-pressure wing vapor effects, triggered when the Concorde exceeds six degrees angle of attack while flying below 300 knots indicated airspeed. These additions bring even more realism and visual impact to Concorde operations.
Further refinements include:
- Crew windows now remain locked above 40 knots airspeed
- Afterburners and wingtip contrails are now visible in multiplayer, adding excitement when flying with or spotting other Concordes
DC Designs also confirmed that a follow-up video is in the works, focusing on the fuel and Centre of Gravity management systems found on the engineer’s panel—an area many users find tricky despite guidance in the interactive checklist.
The team continues working steadily, aiming to wrap up the update soon. Stay tuned for more developments as this iconic aircraft receives continued enhancements in MSFS!
