X-Plane 12.3.0 Preview – Laminar Research Showcases 3D Weather Radar Upgrade
Laminar Research has released a video preview of the upcoming X-Plane 12.3.0, offering an exciting look at major improvements to the weather radar system. For the first time, X-Plane will support true 3D spatial scanning for onboard weather radar, allowing sim pilots to visualize cloud structures using tilt-adjustable, two-dimensional cross-sections. The G1000/X1000 avionics suite will […]
What’s New in X-Plane 12.2.0 (Beta Release)?
On April 3, 2025, Laminar Research released the latest update for X-Plane: Version 12.2.0. This update introduces numerous improvements that make flight simulation even more realistic, immersive, and visually stunning. Developers have spent over a year optimizing cloud rendering, lighting, environmental effects, and graphical performance.
X-Plane 12 – Huge Work on Default ATC with Update 12.1.3 Beta
The X-Plane 12.1.3 Beta introduces a major overhaul to the default ATC system, significantly enhancing realism and user interaction. Pilots can now engage in more realistic radio communications, including radio checks, clearance requests, and VFR and IFR procedures with SID/STAR support. New features include reporting transponder failures, diversions, and alternative runway requests, while Canadian airspace […]
X-Plane 12.1.0 | Beta 4 – What’s New ?
The latest X-Plane 12.1.0 Beta 4 update brings significant enhancements to the weather system, including voxel-level cloud blending to eliminate unnatural shapes, improved METAR station blending, and a rewritten weather downloader for faster updates. A new weather server enhances resiliency and allows replaying flagged weather. Additionally, world space cloud shadows improve registration with the environment, […]
X-Plane 12.1.0 Incoming Update – New Particle Effects
X-Plane enthusiasts are in for a treat with the upcoming 12.1.0 update, which goes beyond its initially graphics-focused scope. This release showcases the X-Plane Team’s commitment to enhancing various aspects of the flight simulation experience. The graphics overhaul introduces stunning features such as cloud shadows on water, bloom lighting effects, and improved anti-aliasing options, creating […]
X-Plane 12.08 Beta Released
X-Plane 12.08 has arrived with a host of exciting new features and improvements that enhance the flight simulation experience. One of the key highlights is the significant engine model improvements, which make aircraft performance and behavior more realistic. Additionally, the landing gear physics have been enhanced with improvements in wheel inertia, weld modeling, and ABS […]
[Video] X-Plane 12 – Tutorial Flying the Glider ASK21
The official YouTube channel of X-Plane 12 introduced a new Tutorial video to show you how to fly the glider ASK21 in their flight simulator. From the towing plane operation to the pilot lessons, you will get a complete information to enjoy your next soaring activities in X-Plane 12 !
X-Plane 12 Update – Airbus A330 MCDU Added
Among the numerous fixes and enhancements provided by the latest public Beta version 12 .05b1 released by Laminar Research for X-Plane 12, you will find the anticipated MCDU for the Airbus A330. The airliner includedin the default stock of aircraft will have now many more features to explore and enjoy during your next virtual flights […]
[Video] X-Plane 12 – Citation X Tutorial : Approach until Shutdown
With the release of X-Plane 12 and its free demo, many virtual pilots are happy with the Citation X included in the default fleet. The official Youtube channel of X-Plane has released third video of their tutorial series : last phases of the flight : Approach, landing and shutdown. For more adventures with new aircraft, […]
[Video] X-Plane 12 – Free Demo with Citation X and Tutorial
The official YouTube channel of X-Plane takes the virtual pilots to a flight with full tutorials in video in order to invite them to try the FREE demo of their new simulator X-Plane 12 featuring the business jet Citation-X. They already published the first episode, for cockpit preparation and startup. And there is now the […]