FlightControlReplay v5, the most widely used replay and recording tools for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024/2020 and Prepar3D v5–v6, has received its November 2025 free update, delivering major improvements both to replay smoothness and to its extensive support for complex airliner add-ons.

A key focus of this update is the reinforcement of custom replay support for several major airliners, ensuring improved accuracy of animations, surfaces, flight controls and system-driven events during playback. Popular aircraft such as the PMDG 777, Fenix A320 series, iFly 737 MAX, JustFlight F28 and more receive dedicated fixes designed to offer a far more faithful reproduction of the original flight.

Alongside these aircraft enhancements, FlightControlReplay introduces a new adaptive smoothing algorithm that learns from your FPS curve to maintain fluid replay under all performance conditions — whether low FPS, sudden drops or high-FPS situations. Content creators, reviewers and training users will particularly appreciate the consistent playback quality.

Another important new feature is the altitude-based automatic trigger, which can start or stop recording when crossing a selected altitude, either above or below. This streamlines workflows for tutorials, procedures and automated capture sessions.

FCR5 – Changelog v2511.11

• Smooth Replay improvements in all FPS conditions with new adaptive algorithm
• New auto-trigger logic to start/stop recording when crossing selected altitude (above/below)
• Fixed midnight stop-recording issue
• Updated custom replay support for major airliners:
  • iFly 737 MAX
  • Airbus A310
  • Airbus A320 v2
  • Fenix A3xx series
  • JustFlight F28
  • PMDG 777
  • B727
• RELIVE mode bug fixes and FPS optimizations
• Enhanced elevator movement precision
• Reworked view switching between User Aircraft and PlayAsAI aircraft

Press Release from Flightcontroltools :

What’s New in the November 25 Update?

✔ Smoother Replay Than Ever — Thanks to the New Adaptive Algorithm

A major innovation in this update is the new FPS-aware learning algorithm.
It analyses your real-time FPS curve (low FPS, spikes, drops, or high FPS) and adapts automatically, ensuring silky-smooth Replay performance in any condition.
This means:

• No more stutters during heavy scenery loads
• Perfectly fluid playback during demanding approaches
• Much more reliable performance for video creators

✔ Smarter Altitude-Based Auto-Record Logic

A brand-new system now controls when recording stops based on crossing a chosen altitude — above or below.
This offers:

• Cleaner, more precise recordings
• Fully automated workflows for creators and streamers
• Perfect segmentation for procedures, training, and tutorials

✔ Midnight Bug Fix

A long-standing issue that caused recordings to stop at 00:00 has been resolved.

• iniBuilds A310,
• Fly The Maddog X,
• Salty 747,
• HPG H145,
• Just Flight 146 Professional,
• Aerosoft CRJ Professional and more

✔ Expanded Compatibility with Premium Aircraft

FCR5 continues to provide the most comprehensive custom aircraft support on the market.
This update includes major compatibility fixes and improvements for:

• iFly 737 MAX
• Airbus A310
• Airbus A320 v2
• Fenix A3xx series
• JustFlight F28
• PMDG 777
• B727

Animations, surfaces, systems, and flight model-related accuracy have been refined to ensure reliable and authentic playback for your favorite add-ons.

✔ RELIVE Enhancements & Flight Controls Accuracy

RELIVE is an Instant Replay feature that lets you jump back in time and watch or record the last moments of your flight while you’re still flying.

✔ RELIVE Mode: Performance Fixes & FPS Optimization

Better responsiveness, smoother time-shifting, and improved data stability while using the RELIVE instant replay feature.

✔ Elevator Precision Reworked

Elevator movement is now much more accurate and detailed, providing:

• Realistic pitch behavior during replays
• Better camera tracking
• Improved results for cinematic videos

✔ Improved View Switching System

The logic behind switching between User Aircraft and PlayAsAI Aircraft has been rewritten and enhanced.
Expect:

• Faster transitions
• Fewer visual inconsistencies
• Better workflow when generating external or cinematic shots

✔ Exclusive Features of FCR5 in MSFS 2024

(Not included in the free FCR Embedded version)

Users of the complete version continue to enjoy exclusive innovations:

• Cinematic Replay – Automatic camera cycling
• Auto Camera Change – Movie-style timing and sequencing
• VR Support – Modern 3D interface inside the cockpit
• MP4 Video Recorder – Export videos without external software
• Camera Movements Recorder – Create and reuse custom camera paths