Right on time for the release of the PMDG Boeing 777 next week, and after much anticipation, Flightbeam Studios has officially released their new crown jewel today – KSFO Captain’s Edition for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
This meticulously crafted add-on brings San Francisco International Airport (KSFO) to life with stunning detail and unparalleled realism. It’s one of the most coveted airports from one of the most talented and respected scenery developers in the community.
Everything about this scenery exudes quality. The stunning photorealistic textures, the varied details across all the models, and the impeccable airport atmosphere—it’s all there.
Flightbeam built this scenery from an extensive on-site survey to ensure every aspect is true to life. Additionally, they’ve implemented optimization techniques to ensure the scenery runs well on most systems.
Here’s what makes this scenery special:
- Extensive, highly detailed and realistic 4096×4096 textures
- Detailed Flightbeam Gen-5 dynamic jetways
- Multi-layered, realistic digitally hand-painted textures with PBR and custom decals
- VDGS systems at various gates (A, B, E and G Gates)
- Detailed Interior modeling
- Animated inset and elevated runway guard lights
- Dense amount of custom tarmac objects, modeled after actual objects from airport
- State-of-the-art optimization techniques, bringing you absolute best possible performance
- Custom coastline rocks photogrammetry, captured at the actual airport
- SFO Airtrain animation
- Included: GSX Profile
- … and much more!
This is one of the most anticipated airport releases of the year, and for good reason. With the PMDG 777 just around the corner, long-haul simmers have everything they hoped for to achieve the most realistic experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator!
Flightbeam’s KSFO Captain’s Edition is a must-have for anyone who wants to experience the thrill of flying into and out of one of the world’s most iconic airports. It’s available now for around $20.00 USD via Contrail and Flightbeam’s own store.
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