With X-Plane 12, you get completely reimagined weather, immersive, volumetric 3D clouds, wake turbulence, microbursts, thermals, snow, rain, and ice accumulation and so much more.

X-Plane is a flight simulator initially launched by Laminar Research in 1995. Commercial desktop versions are sold for macOS, Windows, and Linux. A mobile version has been available for …

Come experience why real pilots fly X-Plane. It starts with the flight model—the same flight model used in our FAA-certified desktop simulator—that’s complete enough to model the flex in your...

X-Plane 12 carries this legacy forward, offering a state-of-the-art simulator that combines real-world physics, unprecedented systems depth, and a true-to-life simulation of the world.

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X-Plane 12 includes detailed 3-D scenery for more than 17,000 airports around the world – all with new ground textures, towers and pavement effects to enhance realism.

Jul 17, 2025 · X-Plane 12.2.0 marks a major leap forward for flight simulation, blending a revamped exposure fusion system, enhanced volumetric clouds, and refined ground textures …

Dec 5, 2025 · I’ve spent dozens of hours in X-Plane 12 since its release, and the 12.3 series (culminating in 12.3.1) is the set of updates I’ve been testing recently. Below is my candid, …

Learn about the fastest way to start with X-Plane, installing add-ons, boosting performance, or choose between X-Plane 11 and X-Plane 12 with ease. Explore our guides, and step-by-step …

May 25, 2017 · The content of X-Plane 11 is also considerably expanded. Numerous new aircraft with 3D cockpits and extensive documentation are available to the virtual pilot; add to that …