X-Plane 12 - The most realistic flight simulator out now

Laminar Research is excited to present the release of X-Plane 12. This flight simulator includes 18 unique aircraft models and over 17,000 detailed 3D airports - all with new ground textures, towers and pavement effects to enhance realism.

“We’re thrilled to share X-Plane 12 with the world after years of hard work to take our flight simulator to the next level. Preparing this release has involved re-writing almost every aspect of the application to implement first-principles physics and rendering in the tireless pursuit of ultimate realism“ said Thomson Meeks - Director of Operations.


X-Plane 12 is the most realistic and powerful flight simulator with real-world physics, accurate aircraft systems/behavior and an immersive simulation of the world. X-Plane 12 is built by pilots and engineers - for everyone who craves a realistic flight simulation experience. Over the past 20 years, X-Plane has proven itself a favorite among aviation enthusiasts/gamers and an indispensable tool for real-world pilots, flight instructors and aircraft designers.

New Engine Features in X-Plane 12

  • Volumetric 3D Clouds

  • Physics-Based Photometric Lighting Model

  • Worldwide 3D Water

  • Rewritten AI-Air Traffic Control System

  • Global 3D Forests

  • Seasonal Textures and Weather Effects

  • Revamped Real Weather Data

New Aircraft in X-Plane 12

  • Airbus A330

  • Cessna Citation X

  • Lancair Evolution

  • Cirrus SR22

  • Piper PA-18 Super Cub

  • Van's RV-10

  • F-14 Tomcat

  • Robinson R22 (plus a floats version)

19. Dezember 2022, von Thore Varga