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Published:
March 6, 2023

Microsoft Flight Simulator For Dummies

Overview

Take to the (virtual) skies with help from Microsoft Flight Simulator

Microsoft Flight Simulator has offered a great way to fly aircraft of all sizes without ever leaving the ground for nearly 40 years. With help from Microsoft Flight Simulator For Dummies, you'll take to the skies in everything from tiny two-seaters to huge commercial airliners. Plot your course and deal with realistic wind and weather as you fly pond hoppers, 747s, and everything in between all around the world.

In this book, you'll learn how to:

  • Start with getting a feel for the controls of a small plane before moving on to larger airliners
  • Get familiar with the instrument panels of all sorts of planes
  • Deal with virtual emergencies, dynamic weather, Maydays, and more!

Great for anyone just getting started with Microsoft Flight Simulator, Microsoft Flight Simulator For Dummies is also the perfect book for existing players looking to get the most out of their time with this awesome game.

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About The Author

Brittany Vincent is a journalist specializing in the video game industry, with nearly a decade and a half of experience reviewing games, reporting on the industry, and aiding manufacturers in research. Her work has appeared on CNET, CNN.com, and numerous other publications. She is also a frequent guest at gaming conven­tions and events.

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CHEAT SHEET

If you're new to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, you have much to learn. Having an entire simulated world available for flying may be overwhelming for budding pilots, but checking out this Cheat Sheet can help you find a path forward.These tips will help you get started, choose the right airplane, understand autopilot controls, and earn your wings in no time.

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Like real-world flying, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 has a seemingly never-ending bag of tricks. Despite being an incredibly realistic sim, don’t forget that Flight Simulator is also a game — and there are always secrets and hints in games.These tips can make hopping into the cockpit and exploring the virtual world a little easier for beginners — and maybe even a bit more fun, too!
Giving people a chance to fly without all the time, money, and risk that goes into actual piloting makes flight-simulator video games such a fun and rewarding experience. Microsoft Flight Simulator is currently the best of its kind for casual players and hardcore enthusiasts alike.Currently, you can purchase three different versions of Flight Simulator: the Standard, Deluxe, and Premium Deluxe editions.
To successfully fly in Microsoft Flight Simulator, you need to know how to use the various instruments included in your cockpit. At first, getting to know and understand each instrument may seem confusing. But, with a little time and guidance, you can discover what every instrument does, as well as how to read it during flight.
If you're new to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, you have much to learn. Having an entire simulated world available for flying may be overwhelming for budding pilots, but checking out this Cheat Sheet can help you find a path forward.These tips will help you get started, choose the right airplane, understand autopilot controls, and earn your wings in no time.
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