DCS Mission Editor: SAM Map Appreciation

Two maps in DCS World incorporate new, but simple additions to the map that make it easier to build missions with known air defenses as a backdrop.

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First Impressions: Flyout by Stonext Games

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DCS MB-339: Accidental Purchase, Genuine Interest

Accidentally bought the MB-339 for DCS World? I guess it is time to see what it has in store and learn something while I'm at it!

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DCS Mission Editor: SAM Map Appreciation

Two maps in DCS World incorporate new, but simple additions to the map that make it easier to build missions with known air defenses as a backdrop.

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A rusty pilot tries to gain his wings again in DCS World!

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Skywriter Academy: A Gust of Creativity

Skywriter Academy is an intentionally clumsy skywriting game created in just a few days for GMTK Game Jam 2025.

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Indie Highlight 003: Nova Squadron, Supermaneuver

The third entry introduces the still in early development game Supermaneuver and checks in with Nova Squadron following update 0.4.0.

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Indie Highlight 002: Aggressors F.A.C., Modern Jet Fighters Online

The second post in our newest series is the start of collaboration with Matthew "FlyAwayNow" Nguyen.

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Matthew "FlyAwayNow" Nguyen

Jul 2612 min read

First Impressions: Flyout by Stonext Games

If you wanted an aircraft building game, Flyout is an excellent one! Here is a full review of this new title by Stonext Games.

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Caio "Hueman" Barreto

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DCS MB-339: Accidental Purchase, Genuine Interest

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Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

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DCS Mission Editor: SAM Map Appreciation

Two maps in DCS World incorporate new, but simple additions to the map that make it easier to build missions with known air defenses as a backdrop.

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Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

3 days ago5 min read

FlightSimExpo Releases 2026 Travel Details

The Flight Sim Association has shared their 2026 travel launch, featuring airfare discounts and our FlightSimExpo hotel rate.

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Skyward Staff

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Getting back into DCS World: How hard can it be?

A rusty pilot tries to gain his wings again in DCS World!

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Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos

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First Impression: Sky Aces (August 2025 Demo)

Our first impression of a scrappy new indie dogfighter with decent AI and a solid amount of detail.

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Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza

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Indie Highlight 003: Nova Squadron, Supermaneuver

The third entry introduces the still in early development game Supermaneuver and checks in with Nova Squadron following update 0.4.0.

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Matthew "FlyAwayNow" Nguyen

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Indie Highlight 002: Aggressors F.A.C., Modern Jet Fighters Online

The second post in our newest series is the start of collaboration with Matthew "FlyAwayNow" Nguyen.

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Matthew "FlyAwayNow" Nguyen

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Pre-Release Interview: Exosky (2025)

A pre-release interview with the indie developer of Exosky shortly before its release on March 7th, 2025.

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Interview: Tupper, VRChat Aviation from the eyes of the Head of Community of VRChat

An exclusive interview with VRChat's Head of Community, Tupper, about his story with aviation and his time with VRChat Aviation!

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Review: DCS F-4E Phantom II by Heatblur Simulations (Early Access)

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Scramble: Battle of Britain (Steam Next Fest June 2024 Demo)

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