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peterb062Troubleshooting MSFS Full Screen Issue on Windows 11
I was running a World scenery update on MSFS 2020. It was a 3 Gb download so I decided to leave it and go do something else. I turned off the monitor, not realizing my machine was set to minimize open windows to the taskbar when the monitor was turned o...
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raphael thysMastering Pre-Flight Preparation in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020
Hello, I've been looking for a few weeks on how to prepare a plane at an airport before takeoff. He puts it directly on the takeoff runway. I don't know how to solve this problem, could you help me?...
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DempseyRectifying Elevation Anomalies at Local Airfields
Many of my local airfields are either up on a plinth or down in a trench - how do I fix this?...
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John KleeResolving Navigation Aid Disappearance in Mid-Flight Save Scenarios in MSFS 2020
How do I get my navigation aid back when I reload a flight that I saved, mid-flight, earlier? When I load the flight, the VOR "guiding line" no longer appears within the compass "rose." I tried switching from "FMS" to "Loc!' and "Loc2" with no success...
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sterk03Guidance on Correctly Installing Addon Scenery in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020
I know there is a how-to section somewhere and I can't find it. I tried to do a search but came up empty. My question is I have trouble with Addon Scenery working. Sometimes it works when I enter it and sometimes it doesn't. The download instructions ju...
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William scherpenbergExploring Add-On Availability for MSFS 2024 Anniversary Editio
Are add-ons available for MSFS 2024 and or anniversary addition?...
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Dave768Enhancing Xbox Flight Sim Experience with iPad for Additional Gauges
Hi all just a quick question if I may. Can I use an iPad with Flight Sim on the Xbox for extra gauges when flying and if so any advice please? Thanks in advance. Dave ...
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Fritz0114Navigating to Hurricane Bill in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 Without Active Sky
How do I find Hurricane Bill without active sky??...
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scorpio48Can I reset my Flight Log ???
Hi During the installation and setup of FS2020, I had several problems, including computer crashes, instability issues Etc. These are now fixed but my flight log is dismal, with about 29 take-offs, and 9 landings. Is it possible to reset the flight log...
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Msfsplayer2020Error: 0x8000003
Hello simmers! I have a question! What does this error mean? (0x80000006) (0x00007FF6144CA010) How can I fix it? Please help and thank you! MSFSPLAYER2020...
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Stuart OrdCan I upgrade an FSX model to FS2020?
I've got both FSX and FS2020 on my computer. My favourite aircraft for FSX is the Corby Starlet which I downloaded from here. I owned the red/white/blue aircraft (G-CCXO) before having to give up full-size flying. I'd love to move it onto FS2020 as the sc...
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BARNEYSIMTroubleshooting Low ATC Audio Levels Post-Upgrade in MSFS 2020
Last upgrade barely hear ATC my volume full open still no increase but increses background ANY SUGGESTIONS to get ATC where i can hear ?...
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Bryce66 444444444rI have tried repeatedly to cancel
Please cancel my account. No more billing paypal just go away...
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Saif.UIs fly away simulation monitoring my computer?
See I started downloading an aircraft of flyawaysimulation.com without a pro account. My brother wanted to download another aircraft at the same time so I switched browsers and tried to download the other file but it came up with a message saying "Too man...
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RogeldTroubleshooting Scenery Download Failures in Microsoft Flight Simulator
Every time I try to do a download for scenery it fails. Already cost me 60 bucks and all failed. Yes, I am a member....
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darkhoyanIDM Download manager
Downloaded IDM. When i right click on DOWNLOAD NOW. IDM download only the whole page.html not the .zip file. any idea I am a Pro Member...
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Montgomery BonnerInitial Impressions & Tweaks After Installing FS2020 P=D Edition: A Comparative Overview
After downloading it for 18 hours, I got it installed and working. I had to tweak the Logitech 3D Pro Joystick so the buttons worked like FSX so my learning curve is lower. I have not figured out the camera yet, work in progress. The scenery is excel...
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Duke_scImproving Accuracy of Scottish Landmarks in MSFS 2020: Upcoming Scenery Updates?
Hi folks, Is anyone out there working on Scottish scenery? Had a wee flight up Stirling Way yesterday and found that Stirling Castle had been turned into luxury flats by fs2020. Also the Wallace monument was a tower block! There are other things mi...
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hunterjetTroubleshooting MSFS Post-Japan 1.9.3 Update: Stuck on Loading Screen with Mountain View
I downloaded Japan 1.9.3 yesterday and all was fine. Today after hitting any key all I see is a mountain and in the lower right of the screen, it's spooling and that is as far as it will go. MSFS will not start Any help, please. Being driven mad ...
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hunterjetTroubleshooting Post-Japan Update Start-up Issues in MSFS 2020
Has anyone had problems starting MSFS 2020 since the Japan update If so can you offer help, please?...
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gdparksPerformance Decline in Microsoft Flight Simulator Post-Mod Installation: Seeking Optimization Tips
I was getting to the point that FS would come up in Task Manager showing it was not responding for several minutes. This seemed to have started after installing the Melbourne HD download. But the whole Sim had been getting slower and slower to load. I del...
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scorpio48Troubleshooting MSFS 2020 Premium Deluxe Performance and Stability Issues
I have the Premium Deluxe version and it's a complete waste of money. My computer has the full recommended requirements Some higher (IE: 24GB of RAM), and high, fiber-optic broadband, but the program still crashes. Most of the aircraft are totally unsta...
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evangel76Seeking Developers to Collaborate on a Fouga Magister Model for MSFS 2020 - Resources Provided
I own one Fouga magister, and a buddy of mine has a few, we can provide sounds and pictures for texturing, and all the specs to whoever is interested in working on it. Tried to convert the FSX version, but they all failed to be converted easily. Y...
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Neil358Xbox Series X and PC Software Licence Transfer
I have MSFS 2020 installed on my newly purchased Xbox (some 6 months ago) - Can I install the same or similar version (using the same software/license agreement/code? etc) to allow me to use it on my Laptop (as I don't want to buy another license, as I wi...
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DACDACHow to Update PMDG 737 for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020?
Hi, it is my first time here. I hope everybody can help. How can I make an update for the PMDG 737 for MSFS 2020?...
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BuddyslickPost-Update Issues: Non-Responsive Autopilot, Avionics Screens, and Landing Gear
Just got the new update. Had no problems downloading or installing it. Now..... everything is messed up. Can't use autopilot buttons on the dash with the mouse or with the bravo throttle. Avanioc screens are blank like no power. Can't bring up landing gea...
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UpgradeTVgamingYTMicrosoft Flight Simulator UI & Free Play Issues: Airports & Plane Selection Unresponsive
My game was working for one day but when I started the game the UI would not show not in settings or manager the marketing place was gray the trainer was gray and when I went to the free play it would not load in the airports get a plane is not working so...
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SgtDaveSelected livery tail number being ignord in X-Plane 12
I'm flying an Aerobask-LegacyRG which comes with several different liveries, each having a unique tailnumber. The default seems to be orange trip with tailnumber N335AJ; I like the blue trim with TN N8448J. No matter what I've tried, ATC, LittleNavMap, et...
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Joseph.Guidaclean flight
when I turn left, aircraft goes right...
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scorpio48Question: FMC usage instructions in MSFS 2020?
Most of the Airliners in MSFS 2020 (I haven't checked them all) are equipped with FMCs. I used these extensively in FSX, but the layout (Input/Output) is different in 2020. Not even sure if they work as they should, can't even find the Managed/Manua...
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BuddyslickCompatibility of FSX 727 Aircraft Model in MSFS 2020 Anniversary Edition
Hi....I want to download the 727 from Fly Away Simulation.......but it says it's for FSX.....will this be compatible and run on my MSFS anniversary edition? Thx in advance....
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storminnormanRefining Add-on Search to Specific Flight Simulators on Fly Away Simulation
Why can't I search for a particular Flight Simulator instead of listing all available SIMS?...
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John MResolving Continuous Beeping with Nav Radios in FS2020
Hello Ladies and Gents, Finally I started to learn and use the nav radios to find my way around the different countries in FS2020. When I am getting ready to start a flight just as soon as I touch the nav radio or the auto-pilot there are several loud be...
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BuddyslickTroubleshooting Dual Monitor FPS Drop with High-End Specs in MSFS 2020
Hi all. I've hooked up another monitor and my FPS tanks to 20 fps when the 2nd monitor fires up. I'm running an i9 processor...32 gigs of ddr5 ...and a Raedon 12 gig card. I've tried all the usual fixes...like...lower from ultra to high-end...etc...low...
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jbguidaTroubleshooting B737MAX Directional Issue
B737MAX TURNS TO RIGHT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO TURN LEFT......
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BuddyslickAdd-on Compatibility with MSFS 2020 Anniversary Edition
Hi all. I noticed several add-on downloads that are compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. I have the MSFS anniversary edition. Just got it 3 months ago. Will these downloads work with my anniversary edition?? Thx....
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GULLIVERTroubleshooting MSFS Launch Error: 0XC0000005 with DVD #1 Inserted
Dearest Ian, I hope you remember me, your old friend Gulliver… the FSX enthusiast…All summer I never opened MSFS and I only flew with my indestructible and very reliable FSX. Yesterday I tried to reopen MSFS to download any updates but, after about 25...
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sylvioghExploring Detailed Interiors of Add-on Airplanes in MSFS 2020: Is an Addon Required?
Hello, I know the basic MSFS 2020 commands to see the interior/cabin of the airplane, but some add-on airplanes have many interior details like passengers, tables, wallpaper, etc. I see people making YouTube videos walking through/into the airplanes but I...
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James Lee TunstellMultiplayer talk?
Send Me instructions on talking to the person I am flying with?...
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Ernest ReidSimulation radar display of aircraft's radar track
Which MSFS version(s) have aircraft's radar track available of most recent tracking?...
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Manuel Alberto SanchezExpected Date for South America and Colombia Scenery Updates in MSFS 2020?
Good afternoon from Bogota Colombia, ask when the update of South America and Colombia is planned, Thank you, and best regards....
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Nelson MachadoUsing MSFS 2020 for World Exploration without Flying
Dear Sirs: Maybe this is the wrong place for this question, but I searched everywhere and could not find what I want: At the moment, I am not interested in "piloting" a plane, but I would like to use MSFS as a sightseeing tool all over the world... Is ...
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Francois LafreniereSeeking Addon for Real-Time Air Traffic without Delays in MSFS
Is there an addon that has no time delay for showing real-time live traffic in MSFS? (I'm currently using FSLTL with FS Traffic with a real-time delay of several minutes)....
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BuddyslickAdjusting Cockpit Callout Volume During Landing
Hi all. When I'm landing a big jet...I can barely hear the footage countdown In the cockpit...50....40....30....etc. is there any way to turn this up? My sound sliders in the MSFS program are at 100%. Thx.......
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Chuck StudebakerTrouble Running Microsoft Flight Simulator on Apple Mac Mini with M1 Chip via Steam
I have an Apple Mac Mini with the M1 chip and 16 GB of memory but have been unable to get the Steam Flight sim to work.....any help?...
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mike oconnellReinstalling 3rd Party Aircraft and Fixing Lnav Issues After Transferring MSFS2020
I recently transferred MSFS2020 from my C-drive to my new D-drive, how do I reinstall my 3rd party aircraft and how do I get my Lnav on my autopilot working again, which currently is not working, on my commercial jets???...
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M CowanRemoving the Sun Visor in Virtual Cockpit: No Clickable Areas Detected
How do get rid of the sun visor? I'm in the VC and there's no click spots....
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jbguidaOptimizing Manual Flight Techniques in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 Without App Assistance
How do I make a clean flight without help from the app?...
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MikeJHUnexpected Excess Items in Content Manager Post-Marketplace Access: Resolutions?
Has anyone experienced this, everything has been fine up to a few days ago. I was downloading/installing some of the items I had purchased in the sale. I selected the next one & when I selected CONTENT MANAGER the listing that came was different from usu...
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Stewart LindenbergerOptimal SSD Partitioning for MSFS 2020 Graphics Buffer
I am currently running a 500Gb SSD dedicated to be the graphics buffer for MSFS2020. I am considering replacing the drive with a 4Tb SSD and dedicating a 500Gb partition on that new drive to be the buffer. Would that cause any problems, as long as the o...
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