Exploring Microsoft Flight Simulator’s World Update 19: Brazil and More
Microsoft Flight Simulator has released World Update 19, featuring Brazil, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. The update includes 75 new Points of Interest and seven crafted airports. Users can enjoy new Discovery Flights and challenges, alongside the launch of the CAP-4 Paulistinha aircraft version 2024.
Microsoft Flight Simulator has officially released World Update 19, which encompasses Brazil, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. This highly anticipated free update is accessible to all users, showcasing breathtaking natural sceneries, vibrant cities, and notable landmarks. The development team collaborated with Bing Maps, Maxar, and Vexcel to integrate various recent geospatial data, including aerial photographs and digital elevation models, ensuring the most authentic visuals within the simulator.
The update features 75 Points of Interest (POIs) across these countries, highlighting significant locations such as the Christ the Redeemer statue, Fort Zeelandia, Fort Diamant, and Monte Roraima. Four major Brazilian cities were also reconstructed: Brasilia, Ouro Preto, Rio de Janeiro, and Sao Paulo. Additionally, the update includes seven meticulously crafted airports designed by Gaya Simulations, enhancing the flying experience.
The airports included in World Update 19 are:
– For Brazil:
– Santarem-Maestro Wilson Fonseca International Airport (SBSN)
– Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (SBFI)
– Fernando de Noronha Airport (SBFN)
– Santos Dumont (SBRJ)
– For Guyana:
– Kaieteur International Airport (SYKA/PKSA)
– For Suriname:
– Zorg en Hoop Airport (SMZO)
– For French Guiana:
– Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport (SOOM)
The update also provides users with three new Discovery Flights, three Landing Challenges, and three Bush Trips specifically for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. Furthermore, on March 17th, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is set to introduce new content based in Brazil, including a helicopter challenge, a rally race, and a low-altitude challenge. World Update 19 is now available for free download from the MSFS Marketplace.
Additionally, Microsoft Flight Simulator has unveiled its latest Local Legend aircraft: the CAP-4 Paulistinha. This light aircraft, stemming from the 1940s and developed by Companhia Aeronáutica Paulista, was specifically designed for flight training. Notably, it shares similarities with the Piper Cub and is powered by a Franklin 4AC 4-cylinder piston engine, offering a range of 310 miles, a cruise speed of 87 mph, and a service ceiling of 13,000 feet.
In collaboration with iniBuilds, the CAP-4 Paulistinha is accompanied by six unique liveries and is available free of charge to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 users as part of a goodwill gesture addressing previous launch issues. Owners of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 can acquire the CAP-4 Paulistinha via the MSFS Marketplace for $14.99.
In summary, World Update 19 for Microsoft Flight Simulator introduces a wealth of new features including stunning updates to Brazil, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. This comprehensive upgrade highlights numerous Points of Interest and crafted airports, enhancing the user experience. Additionally, the addition of the CAP-4 Paulistinha expands the aircraft offerings within the simulator, reinforcing Microsoft Flight Simulator’s commitment to providing an immersive flying experience.
Original Source: fselite.net
