Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 touches down on PS5: key facts
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is now available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. The console release brings the series’ hallmark globe-spanning simulation to Sony’s platform with a broad aircraft roster and extensive landing infrastructure. According to the official announcement, players can access up to 125 aircraft and explore the entire planet with dynamic time-of-day and seasonal conditions. The release also lists a vast network of over 40,000 airports and runways plus over 60,000 helipads.
What’s included on PlayStation

The PS5 edition focuses on scale and variety, mirroring the core simulation feature set while highlighting the series’ worldwide scope.
- Up to 125 aircraft available at launch.
- Fly anywhere on Earth – any time of day and any time of year.
- Over 40,000 airports and runways supported.
- Over 60,000 helipads for rotary-wing operations.
Availability and platforms
The game is available now on PS5 and PS5 Pro. An official PlayStation 5 FAQ from the Microsoft Flight Simulator team provides platform-specific details and clarifications for console players.
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Why this release matters
Bringing Microsoft’s civil aviation sim to PS5 expands access to one of the most content-rich flight experiences on consoles. With a large aircraft lineup and a dense network of airports and helipads, PlayStation pilots can plan everything from short helicopter hops to long-haul routes – all across a living, planet-sized map.
Final approach – what players gain
Broad aircraft choice, global coverage and dense landing options make this release notable for PlayStation users who want an expansive, systems-driven flight sim without leaving their console. If you’ve been waiting to chart your own routes, the runway is open.
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