
Laminar Research has released Beta 2 of X-Plane 12.4.4, addressing issues in graphics, avionics, and system stability. Fixes include pixelation in NEXRAD displays, Thrustmaster HOTAS support on Linux, and stuttering on AMD GPUs. The beta also resolves SDK errors such as XLua error handling and line strippling behavior.
Laminar Research · Discord
Just Flight reveals details of the upcoming PA-38 Tomahawk for X-Plane 12, developed in partnership with Thranda Design. The model features 8K textures, enhanced PBR materials, and updated flight dynamics. Included is a modern ThrandaPad EFB with interactive checklists, weight and balance management, and a dynamic livery system for custom paint schemes.
Just Flight · News
Fly2High has released a detailed recreation of Houston William P. Hobby Airport (KHOU) for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and X-Plane 12. The add-on captures the Texas airport’s domestic operations and includes realistic scenery. HUES-HUB provides matching liveries, including the Southwest fleet, to enhance the experience.
HUES Color the Sky · Discord
SimAppPro versions 1.17.7 and 1.17.8 add compatibility with the iniBuilds A380 package for WINCTRL hardware in MSFS 2024. New controls include throttles, ECAM, PAC, RMP, NWS, FCU, EFIS, and MCDU functions. Additionally, a TCAS synchronization issue in the Boeing 777-200ER for X-Plane 12 has been fixed.
WINCTRL · Discord
Aerosoft released the new scenery add-on Culebra XP for X-Plane 12, featuring detailed TJCP airport and realistic terrain representation.
Aerosoft · Discord
X-Plane 12.4.4 introduces relaxed editing permissions for critical airports like KJFK and EDDF, alongside over 100 new or updated airports worldwide. NOTAMs and Gateway updates will now be published centrally on X-Plane.com. Contributors can now modify high-profile airports with prior approval from Laminar Research.
X-Plane · Blog
Aerosoft has released the *Culebra XP* add-on, featuring a detailed depiction of the Caribbean island Culebra with Benjamín Rivera Noriega Airport (TJCP/CPX) for X-Plane 12. The package includes high-resolution orthophotos, realistic terrain modeling, custom autogen vegetation, and compatibility with X-Plane’s default autogen and simHeaven X-WORLD.
Steam · Store