Ready for Departure: Happy New Year 2026!
Dear readers and fellow flight simmers, As 2025 prepares for its final landing, we want to take a moment to look back on a fantastic year of virtual aviation. The entire simFlight editorial team wishes you a smooth transition into the new year and a successful, healthy 2026. Whether you are flying high-altitude airliners or […]
X-Plane 12 – Soon beta for v12.4.0 – The “C-Check Update”
A nice Christmas present, under the tree, the update for X-Plane. v12.4.0. The team of X-Plane has been working hard to bring you this as a final Christmas gift, We hope you enjoy this update! More info here – a new public beta. v12.4.0-B1
X-Plane v12.3.3 Hotfix is now available
Laminar Research is pleased to announce the release of X-Plane v12.3.3, a hotfix release. Release Date: December 9, 2025 Fixes Graphics SDK This update is publicly accessible for all users. The next stop will be 12.4.0 – The C-Check Update. So named because a C-Check is a periodic inspection of an aircraft after a certain amount […]
miniCockpit Launches miniOVHD – Compact Airbus Overhead Module, Optional “Not-So-miniOVHD” Pre-Registration Opens
miniCockpit has officially introduced the miniOVHD, a compact Airbus overhead replica designed as a realistic desktop companion for the miniFCU. Priced at 189 USD (plus tax – global shipping included), the unit aims to bring overhead workflow into even the smallest cockpit setups. The device features high-resolution injection-molded switches that restore full tactile detail, custom-designed […]
ToLiss – Airbus add-ons for X-Plane – Up to 50% Off at SIMMARKET Until December 3rd
ToLiss has launched a new promotional sale at SIMMARKET, offering discounts of up to 50% on its Airbus aircraft add-ons for X-Plane 12 and X-Plane 11. Known for their high-fidelity system modelling and Airbus-certified flight dynamics, the ToLiss series has become a key reference for simmers seeking accurate and reliable Airbus simulations. The promotion includes […]
X-Plane 12.3.0 – Beta 5 is now online!
X-Plane 12.3.0 | Beta 5 is now online! This update includes a number of stability fixes, and an update to airports and navdata. Release Date: October 15, 2025 Fixes and Enhancements General Aircraft Beechcraft Baron 58 ATC External Visuals Weather SDK
X-Plane 12.3.0 – Beta 4 is now online
X-Plane 12.3.0 | Beta 4 is now online! This update includes some general stability improvements. Version History Release Date: September 30, 2025 Important Upgrade Note If you are currently running X-Plane 12.3.0 Beta 3, please follow these steps to upgrade to Beta 4. macOS Users Microsoft Windows. macOS and Linux Users Fixes and Enhancements General Info from […]
Weather Radar tutorial with a Real 737 Pilot
Beginning with X-Plane 12.3+, there is a new Weather (WX) radar display with advanced behaviors available to aircraft authors. In this YouTube video below from “Flightdeck2Sim” he takes you on a flight in X-Plane 12 to showcase the brand-new weather radar in the Zibo Mod 737! In this tutorial he will show you real-world techniques he use’s in […]
Limited-Time Offer: 20% OFF All ToLiss Aircraft for X-Plane!
X-Plane pilots, here’s your chance to expand your fleet at a discount! Until Tuesday, September 2nd at 23:59 CET, SIMMARKET is offering 20% off all ToLiss aircraft. From narrow-body classics to wide-body giants, this promotion covers the full ToLiss lineup. Featured aircraft include: Whether you’re looking for the agile A319 for regional hops or the […]
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 […]