Flight Simulation Association

Planning to attend #FSExpo in Saint Paul? Book your hotel now at just $159/night+tax.

Learn more about our travel savings at flightsimexpo.com/hotels.

Are you a flight sim developer? With options for every budget, it's easy to get involved with #FSExpo.

Attend, exhibit, speak, or send us a trailer—there are so many easy ways to support!

Visit flightsimexpo.com/partner or reach out to our team for more info.

Have you completed the FlightSim Community Survey 2026?

Last year, 23,600 users submitted their feedback.

Let's make this year's event bigger! Complete the survey here: bit.ly/FlightSim2026

It will take 20-30 minutes. The survey is open until March 9.

‼️ If you're planning to attend #FSExpo 2026, get tickets now and you'll get our best pricing of the year. ‼️

🌐 More info and tickets at flightsimexpo.com. 🌐

🤑 Prices increase by $10 on Sunday. 🤑

We're excited to share that we've partnered with PPOT, an organization founded to provide free guidance to aspiring pilots.

Amongst other initiatives, PPOT will be attending FlightSimExpo 2026 to offer in-person career mentorship workshops. Find them at theppot.org

Each week, we scroll through the latest flight sim news and put it into an easy-to-read digest email for you.

Subscribe to our free Radio Check newsletter so you never miss an update: flightsimassociation.com/newsletter

Image: Mark Urman / FSA Discord

We're announcing a new partnership with Skyfarer Academy.

With this partnership, FSA Captains will get a free live online session with a CFI focused on translating flight simulation experience into real-world aviation training decisions.

Learn more at flightsimexpo.com/news.

Gaijin launches Aces of Thunder, a VR focused combat flight sim Since the announcement, I’ve been trying to figure out exactly what Aces of Thunder was supposed to be. It’s part of the reason why I haven’t written much about it on Stormbirds t…

New from @stormbirdblog.bsky.social; Aces of Thunder is officially launched! Read more here: tinyurl.com/acesofthunde...

Did you know: Microsoft Flight Simulator has had fireworks on New Year's Eve since at least the FSX days.

Does the PS5 version of MSFS 2024 have them too? If you're flying today or tomorrow, let us know what you see!

Flight Simulation Association A free community-driven organization that promotes home flight simulation for training, proficiency, and fun.

Merry Christmas from the FSA Family to yours!

What better Christmas present could you ask for than new navdata?!

Navigraph's navdata and charts service keeps your simulator up-to-date. Learn more at bit.ly/4pl4yAO

Tickets for FlightSimExpo 2026 are on sale now! Get yours at flightsimexpo.com/register.

It's International Civil Aviation Day: the 50th anniversary of the signing the Convention on International Civil Aviation.

It's also one week before we open ticket sales for #FSExpo 2026. Details at flightsimexpo.com/register

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Tickets for #FSExpo 2026 go on sale at 12pm CT on Sunday, December 14.
--> The first 200 FSA Captains to register will save more than $30.
--> 'Entire Event' tickets for non-Captains are available for $75.

Details at flightsimexpo.com/register

#FSExpo 2026 attendees will get access to the exhibit hall on Friday for the first time in our show's 7-year history!

We’re also planning to offer new, single-day ticket options for FlightSimExpo 2026.

Details at flightsimexpo.com/news/2026-friday

In this seminar, we dive into the secret sauce that makes simulated airplanes feel like the real thing. Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/x22TltJPHf0

This video is the last of our 2025 seminar series, meaning you can now see everything that happened on stage at #FSExpo in Providence.

This week on YouTube, we revisit changes to how the MSFS SDK is progressing from a user's perspective.

Watch: youtu.be/5kd_s21Mlo4

Live from #FSExpo, SayIntentions Founder & CEO Brian Shellabarger explores the current capabilities of AI and the changes expected in the next 2-3 years for the flight simulation world.

youtube.com/watch?v=fvww3TiIgqg&list=PLtRfm2POpr9uNYqayhKWtPJsjqHEyINhs&index=12

From now until October 31, FSA Members save 10% the Pimax Crystal Light and Crystal Super.

If you're looking for a new VR headset, join our Discord and check the #announcements channel for the purchase link:
flightsimassociation.com/discord

Whether experienced in real-world aviation or passionate about simulation, this #FSExpo 2025 panel discussion was designed to connect like-minded veterans.

Watch the recording from this #FSExpo panel discussion here: youtu.be/pZFwNW-kJ84

Kea Skies creates immersive, story-driven flight experiences for MSFS —narrated by real human voices, not AI.

If you're an FSA Member, you'll get 30% off their new 90-minute Auckland Narrated Scenic Tour!

Sign up free at bit.ly/48wnWoI

Our friend, Slant Alpha Adventures, presents a look at some of the most common myths that persist about VATSIM
...and hopes to dispel some of the apprehension that sim enthusiasts hold.

Watch the recording from this #FSExpo panel discussion here: youtu.be/tihX2bSMFGs

This week on our YouTube, real and virtual air traffic controllers and pilots dissect all that VATSIM has to offer and how it can springboard a career in aviation.

Watch the recording from this #FSExpo panel discussion here: youtu.be/su7S_UorIcw

From private to commercial, instruments and beyond: what you need, how to get the most out of it, and how to take the next step and certify your home sim to log time.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvp3...

This week on YouTube, watch Mike from flightsimcoach talk through what separates a basic flight sim from a truly immersive one. The presentation reveals some overlooked ways to create an ultra-realistic flying experience, without breaking the bank.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=9D4o...

Flight Simulation Association A free community-driven organization that promotes home flight simulation for training, proficiency, and fun.

If you're an X-Plane pilot looking for affordable navdata, Keyvan Aviation’s SIMDATA solution offers worldwide navdata.

Get the annual subscription, built specifically for X-Plane, for just US$27/year.

Discount code and details here: flightsimassociation.com/discounts/ke...

Each Friday, we share recordings from the #FSExpo 2025 Community Stage.

This week, Marko from X-Crafts takes you through a day in the life of a flight sim developer and explores what truly determines whether a company finishes a project or disappears.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BKS...

All FSA Members save 5% on FlightsimWebshop orders, which include free shipping on orders above $150.

You can also save 25% on the MSFS 2024 Premium Deluxe Steelbook Edition until the end of the year.

See all the FSA Member benefits at flightsimassociation.com/discounts

ProDeskSim.com is the home of realistic hardware and addons for your existing flight sim hardware and flight controls.

Now, FSA Captains receive 10% off all ProDeskSim products!

Get your discount code here: flightsimassociation.com/discounts/pr...

Starting today and every Friday, we're sharing recordings from the #FSExpo 2025 Community Stage.

This week, see how @flightchops.bsky.social built his simulator to match the actual avionics of the RV-14, and how he uses it for training: youtu.be/lUid124xHDE

Following our biggest-ever FlightSimExpo back in June, we're excited to welcome the community to Saint Paul, Minnesota in 2026!

You can book our FlightSimExpo hotel rate now and get discounted flights at flightsimexpo.com.

Attendee registration opens in December.