Today third-party developers released several relevant Microsoft-Flight Simulator add-ons, and also revealed new assets.

We start with DC Designs, which released a new video of the GR9 Harrier II showing a hovering demonstration and the custom sound pack.

On top of that, Just Flight opened the full product page. While it’s not for sale yet, we get some new details, a livery list, and the pricing, €29.95, alongside a ton of screenshots.

COCKPIT

  • Truly 3D virtual cockpit featuring accurately modelled ejection seat, controls and detailed texturingInstruments constructed in 3D with smooth animationsCustom-coded MFD screens and Head-Up Display to match the real Harrier’s displays‘Scratched canopy’ glass effects, reflective glassCrew figure in the virtual cockpit is coded to disappear when you occupy their seatFull Interactive Checklist to ensure smooth operation of the aircraft

12 LIVERIES INCLUDED

Royal Air Force GR9

  • 1 Squadron3 Squadron4 Squadron800 Squadron Fleet Air Arm

AV-8B

  • VMA-211VMA-214

AV-8B Plus

  • VMA-231 (CAG)VMA-231 (Line)VMA-513VMA-542Spanish Armada (Navy)Italian Air Force

Next, Orbx released the recently-revealed Pacific Aerospace P-750 XSTOL.

You can purchase it on Orbx Central for $24.61.

  • Beautiful 3D model and textures based on real-world aircraft and dataCapable IFR avionics including 2 COM/NAV radios, an EHSI, CDI and GPSS-TEC 55X autopilotCustom-coded Electronics International gauges for monitoring engines, fuel and electric systemsAccurate fuel and electric systems derived from real-world documentation including bus tieAlmost all circuit breakers functioningPassenger and cargo variants with cargo pod and openable animated doorsSkydive variant with unique interior modelling, skydive door, working skydive jump lights and a pilot-operated door handle for high speed descent capabilitySolid agricultural variant with unique interior/exterior modelling and an animated hopper door operable by the pilotOptional TDS GTNXi supportDimmable interior lightingIntegrated virtual tablet to configure aircraft settings like ground power, display units and avionics suite13 detailed liveries of real-world operators

Another release comes from Hype Performance Group, and it’s the Hot Air Balloon.

It can be purchased on the developer’s own website for $15.

Highly Detailed 3D Model, Textures and Animations

  • Professionally modeled with incredible interior and exterior details17 liveries included, all at 4K resolution and with PBR textures inside and outFully animated cockpit and animations for inflation, deflation, stall and collapseAnimated 3D humans including a hot air balloon operator and 2 passengersDesigned and optimized for VR with great FPS performance, working VR Cockpit Zoom and proper visual scaling throughout the model

Avionics & Systems

  • Steam gauges showing barometric altitude, vertical speed and envelope thermometerAvailable AI pilot that can control the hot air balloon based off terrain or altitude EFB tablet included with maps and additional apps available Balloonist Maps App: shows GPS speed and trackLittle NavMap App: connect to LNM, the free open source flight planner, navigation tool, moving map, airport search and airport information systemNearby Radio Stations: listen to radio stations local to the area you’re currently flying in

Hot Air Balloon Flight Model

  • Fully integrated internal hot air balloon flight model and envelope simulationPower Plant: 2x 12 million BTU burners with realistic visual and sound effects

Immersive Sound Pack

  • Realistic burner and environmental sounds

Bonus Features

  • Launch fireworks with realistic visual and audio smoke and explosion effectsCreate other nearby AI flown HPG Hot Air Balloons on demandHPG Hot Air Balloon can be set to follow a MSFS flight plan or current wind conditions

And we’re not yet done with releases just yet.

Aerosoft launched the Progressive Aerodyne SeaRey Elite amphibious flying boat.

Interestingly, it’s available in two versions, Light and Advanced for €10.20 and €18.40 respectively.

This is what you get with the Advanced version:

  • Realistic replica of the Searey Amphibian LSA including homebuild experimental versionImpressively detailed 3D model, inside and outsideMultiple real world liveries includedCustom realistic sound setSupporting native MSFS technologies like:Windshield rain effectHigh-resolution PBR texturesVisual icing effectsInteractive checklist with auto-completionCustom EFB/Tablet with various settings:Integrated flight plan data and moving mapReal time weight & balance menuSimulated walkaround with interactive & animated check items like wheels, control surfaces, prop rotation and tie-downMultiple custom-coded instruments:Garmin inReachEIS 4000GTX320IC-A200Custom electrical and fuel pump logic to reflect the real operation of the top-mounted backward-facing engineIn-game checklist including custom camera positions and action item highlightingSeveral special features such as:Dynamic registration on liveriesCustom yaw string animationSimulated autopilot to hold altitude/heading/gps courseAnchor simulation to keep aircraft position in waterCamping equipment

And here’s the feature list for the Light version.

  • Windshield rain effectHigh-resolution PBR texturesVisual icing effectsInteractive checklist with auto-completion

  • Integrated flight plan data and moving mapReal time weight & balance menuSimulated walkaround with interactive & animated check items like wheels, control surfaces, prop rotation and tie-down

  • Garmin inReachEIS 4000GTX320IC-A200

  • Dynamic registration on liveriesCustom yaw string animationSimulated autopilot to hold altitude/heading/gps courseAnchor simulation to keep aircraft position in waterCamping equipment

  • Realistic replica of the Searey Amphibian LSAImpressively detailed 3D model, inside and outsideMultiple real world liveries includedCustom realistic sound setSupporting native MSFS technologies likeWindshield rain effectHigh-resolution PBR texturesVisual icing effectsInteractive checklist with auto-complete functionIntegrated flightplan route direction indicator (Garmin inReach mini)Multiple custom-coded instruments:Garmin inReachEIS 4000GTX320IC-A200Custom electrical and fuel pump logic to reflect the real operation of the top-mounted backward-facing engineSeveral special features such as:Dynamic registration on liveriesCustom yaw string animationSimulated autopilot to hold altitude/heading/gps courseAnchor simulation to keep aircraft position in water

Last, but not least, SamScene3D announced its new project that will release in November, it’s “Gibraltar Scenic Life,” designed to integrate and improve the  LXGB airport included in the simulator and its surroundings, the city, and more.

  • Windshield rain effectHigh-resolution PBR texturesVisual icing effectsInteractive checklist with auto-complete function

  • Dynamic registration on liveriesCustom yaw string animationSimulated autopilot to hold altitude/heading/gps courseAnchor simulation to keep aircraft position in water

You can check out the trailer below.

If you’d like to read more about Microsoft Flight Simulator add-ons, you can enjoy our recent reviews of the Twin Otter, Auckland International Airport, Skiathos Airport, Athens International Airport, Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport, Amami Airport, Bristol Airport, Marrakech Menara Airport, Great Britain Central, Tehran Imam Khomeini Airport, Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport, Shanghai Pudong Airport, Kraków Airport, Fukuoka City & Airport, Fort Lauderdale Airport, Chongqing City & Airport, Manila Airport, Santiago Airport, the Frankfurt City Pack, Key West Airport, the Okavango Delta, Bali Airport, London Oxford Airport, Berlin Brandenburg Airport, the CRJ 550/700, the PA-28R Arrow III, Kristiansand Airport, Macau City & Airport, Bonaire Flamingo Airport, Milano Linate Airport, the Singapore City Pack, Tokyo Narita Airport, Yao Airport, the F-15 Eagle, the Paris City Pack, Greater Moncton Airport, Tweed New Haven Airport, Santorini Airport, Sydney Airport, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Reggio Calabria Airport, Bastia Poretta Airport, Munich Airport, Paris Orly Airport, Newcastle International Airport, Sankt Johann Airfield, Dublin International Airport, and Seoul City Wow. We also have a beta preview of Singapore Changi airport.

If you want to learn more about the game itself, you can read our review which will tell you everything you need to know about Asobo Studio’s game.

Microsoft Flight Simulator is available for PC (Windows 10 and Steam), and Xbox Series X|S.