Captain Sim released the first 4 'blocks' of their latest title, the 757-200 Captain. Part of the new "block system", the 757-200 Captain will be released in 6 different 'blocks', each one with a separate and specific feature. The blocks A, B, C and E, which are now available, feature respectively the exterior model, the virtual cockpit, the custom soundset and the Aircraft Configuration Editor (ACE) utility.

Please note that the custom flight model and the advanced system programming blocks are not released yet. Advanced systems such as a working FMC and IRS are not present in the package yet. Check the full feature list, prices and media at CaptainSim.com.

 More info: Captain Sim - Product Page

If you are also an aerobatics enthusiast, you'll love RedBullCopilot.com. This very interesting site allows you to fly with the national champion Kirby Chambliss in the Red Bull Air Race. The Red Bull Air Race is a low-altitude obstacle course in which the fastest pilot to nail the course's 13 maneuvers wins. What is really interesting on this site is that you can actually chase Kirby's aircraft from 9 angles (cockpit, wing, belly, etc.) and see its exact speed, altitude, rate of turn and G-forces for each stage of flight. It's amazing to see what these guys can do with an aircraft!

 Check it out: Red Bull Copilot - Air Race

 Try it on the simulator: [GUIDE] The utimate guide to aircraft acrobatics!

Captain Sim released today a more complete preview of their upcoming '757-200 Captain' project. This new title will be sold in "blocks", meaning that you can purchase only the panel, model or soundset (for example) very easily. There are a total of 6 blocks and each one of them has a different price. The preview released today covers only 'Block A', which includes the extermal model and its animations, 14 high-resolution liveries, exclusive effects and two engine variations (PR and PW). You can check out the list of included liveries and animations on the Captain Sim 757 'Block A' preview page.

 Preview: Captain Sim - 757 Preview Page

Five more Flight Simulator X screenshots were published today at FS Insider, the Microsoft Flight Simulator official blog! They clearly show how powerful the new "camera engine" is, allowing you to see the aircraft in nearly every angle. Also, the helicopter screenshot shows a low-altitude view of the scenery - it looks much more detailed than the previous versions, and the autogen matches the ground texture perfectly! Microsoft Flight Simulator X release is expected to Q4 2006.

 View all official screenshots: FlightSim X :: FS Station Forums