Im really enjoying StrataWX in MSFS2024, it seems more interesting to me than Asobo's real-time weather ;)

Feeling chilly in Chile

Some screenshots I did flying from MUHA to KMIA and in the pattern at KFSD

Enjoy 😄

TIA for any guidance or firsthand experience.

I’m working on my instrument rating in two 1970s-era C172M with steam gauges and either a GNS 530 or GTN 650. I’ve included photos of one (GTN and G5s) and my home simulator setup for reference.

I’m looking for the most realistic C172 available (or settings) for MSFS 2024 or X-Plane 12, particularly for hand-flying, speeds, handling, and IFR proficiency work.

Here’s what I’ve tried so far:

MSFS 2024

• Asobo C172 Basic: My favorite so far. The speeds are spot-on, and it integrates seamlessly with my hardware. My only minor nit is that the left-turning tendency isn’t as pronounced as in the real aircraft.
• Bagolu C172M: Great modeling and visuals, but it seems a little fast. It has also been very buggy when using GNS 530 or TDS GTN 750 pop-outs.

X-Plane 12

• Default Laminar C172: My second favorite, although the controls, especially the ailerons, feel a little more sensitive than the real airplane. During IFR flying, I often find myself wanting to engage the autopilot to avoid constantly chasing headings.
• AirfoilLabs C172 NG Analog: Probably my third choice. I’m still tinkering with it to get all my hardware working correctly, and roughly every other flight ends in a CTD.

Hardware setup

High-end PC with an RTX 4070 Ti and no general performance issues; FlightSimBuilder dual G1000 units and GNS 530; mini touchscreen for auxiliary panels and Air Manager; Honeycombs (and also a PFC Cirrus force-feedback yoke) and Thrustmaster TPR pedals.

What are other instrument students or real-world C172 pilots using? Is there another steam-gauge C172 I should try, or are there settings or modifications that would improve one of these?

My priorities are realistic hand-flying, accurate performance, reliable avionics pop-outs, and good hardware integration, not necessarily the prettiest visuals.

Thanks!

Less than 6 hours from BOS to EGLL. What a fun plane to fly.

Some screen shots from my approach into Auckland. I hope some of you out there in reddit land will enjoy them.

On approach to VHHH07C I was hit with a terrain warning that wouldn’t shut up, amid very ominous weather, with thick clouds and 60kts gusts. Could it be that the clouds were so thick, the terrain radar started seeing it as a landmass?

Method originally discovered by user Slxxh, I made this mod in order to get rid of the default cabin window tint in the A340-300 by iniBuilds which is often regarded as too dark and unrealistic.

It is still a bit dark to my liking, but am looking for ways to make it even less tinted. Link to the addon listed below. Feedback is greatly appreciated!

https://flightsim.to/addon/114402/inibuilds-a340-reduced-cabin-window-tint

I m looking for people who would like to test and provide feedback on various phases of an upcoming career addon.

Areas in dire need of insight:
- Bush Ops,
- Charter Ops,
- Various parts of pax/cargo or combi Ops,
- GA, mostly how engaging various jobs feel.

Some of the interesting bits:
- Freely adjustable dashboard to ensure users can see what and how they want to,
- Tackling various parts of Aviation i.e.: Pax/Cargo and combi operations, Charter (incl. ACMI, Wet Lease, Ferry...), GA ( incl. Flight Instruction, Scenic, Trial Flight, Air Taxi...) and bush flying.
- Hand Written missions unlocked by progression, multi legs with a sense of accomplishment at the end of each.
- Each operations come with its own subsystem and live in the same ecosystem.

There is much more to it, should you be interested please reach out. I am happy to provide further information in DM, alternatively i will drop a discord link in the comments.

I do appreciate this is not to everyone's liking, if we could keep the conversation civilised that would be very much appreciated. ( Criticism is always welcome as long as it is constructive.)

In-engine screenshot, literally

I've been a fan of aviation all of my life, I decided to start getting deeper into learning about aviation more and eventually I want to go for my pilots license.

Hey guys,

I'm currently in China and buying directly from Taobao, so local pricing is great. I’m torn between two options, both including their hydraulic dampers:

• Winwing Orion Rudder Pedals (with damper): ~1647 RMB ($230 USD)
• Moza MRP Rudder Pedals (with damper): ~1850 RMB ($260 USD)

My current setup: I just bought the Moza AB6 FFB base and the Moza MTQ throttle.

The price difference is small (around $30 USD), so budget isn't the main issue here. I will also be transporting everything back home in my luggage without their original boxes, wrapped in clothes.

Going with the Moza MRP seems like a no-brainer to keep everything unipartite in the Pit House ecosystem and plug it straight into the AB6 base. However, I’ve read some reviews mentioning that the Moza damper can feel a bit sticky/stiction heavy near the center, and that it doesn't return 100% to center with lighter springs. On the other hand, the Winwing seems like a proven, bulletproof "tank" with its SUS304 steel cams, even though changing springs requires tools. I don't care about the Winwing's sim racing lock feature, this is for flight sim only (DCS/MSFS).

For those who have tested or own either of these:

1. Is the Moza stiction/stickiness really a dealbreaker for fine inputs, or is it easily fixed with spring tension/settings?
2. Is it worth breaking the Moza ecosystem to get the Winwing mechanical reliability?
3. Which one is safer/easier to pack raw inside a suitcase?

Appreciate any insights!

Guys, as a beginner DCS player, I’d like to get some thoughts about sim hardwares. Do you guys think the Logitech G X56 would be sufficient for playing DCS?