Aircraft are at the heart of Microsoft Flight Simulator, and each one offers a unique flying experience. From simple general aviation trainers to complex airliners and high-performance business jets, every aircraft type demands a different approach to handling, navigation, and systems management.
This section focuses on plane-specific guides designed to help you understand how each model operates within the simulator. Whether you are learning the fundamentals in a Cessna, managing automation in a modern airliner, or exploring long-haul procedures, these articles provide practical guidance to help you fly each plane type with greater confidence and realism.
• Best Aircraft for Beginners in Microsoft Flight Simulator
• Best Aircraft for Long Haul Flights in MSFS
There are moments in life that stay with you forever — and for me, one of those moments happened sometime in the 1970s. It was my very first time flying in an airliner. I was on my way to Europe, and the first leg of the journey was from Sydney to Singapore. I can still … Read more
Few modern aircraft symbolize technological evolution like the F-35 Lightning II. In Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, flying the F-35 feels fundamentally different from civilian aviation. The “First Light” flight captures the aircraft in low-light conditions, where speed, digital clarity, and atmospheric immersion combine to create a distinctly modern flying experience. This article explores what it … Read more
The F/A-18 Super Hornet represents a different kind of performance in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. Where the F-35 feels digitally refined, the Super Hornet feels mechanical and purposeful. It is powerful, versatile, and physically engaging — especially in low-light conditions where speed and control precision define the experience. This dusk flight highlights the aircraft’s presence, … Read more
Few aircraft carry the emotional weight of the Spitfire Mk IXc. In Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, flying the Spitfire is less about systems management and more about connection — to history, to aerodynamics, and to the sensation of flight itself. This tribute flight highlights the aircraft’s character rather than its specifications. It’s an aircraft that … Read more
The Cessna Citation X occupies a unique space in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. It delivers jet performance without stepping into full airliner workflow. Fast, sleek, and purpose-built for executive operations, it rewards precision while remaining far more agile than a traditional narrow-body. This flight showcases an executive-style sector, highlighting the aircraft’s high cruise speed, clean … Read more
The PMDG 737-800 NG remains one of the most structured and immersive narrow-body airliner experiences available in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. This flight features a Sydney Harbour flyby — a route that highlights low-level precision, energy management, and classic Boeing cockpit workflow. Rather than reviewing the aircraft, this article explores what it feels like to … Read more
If you’re just getting started, our Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Beginner Guide explains the core setup, controls, and first-flight skills that support choosing the right aircraft in this Best Beginner Aircraft in FS2024 guide. Starting in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is exciting, but choosing the right aircraft can make a huge difference to how quickly … Read more