MicroProse has just revealed the targeted release of their B-17G Flying Fortress for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, now set for October 9, 2025. A Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 version is set to follow. 

The aircraft opens the studio’s Heritage Valour Collection, a line focused on historically significant warbirds.

The team said they will launch in Early Access once the aircraft is ready, then issue rapid updates for about eight weeks. The aim is to refine systems, art, and usability, with community feedback.

At launch, the package will include a high-fidelity flight model, hand-crafted 4K PBR textures, interior and exterior vibration effects, and authentic audio, captured from the flying B-17 “Sentimental Journey”. 

Animated crew stations and period details feature throughout. A fully functional electrical system with circuit breakers, a maintenance model, visible wear, and an in-sim clipboard for common functions is also included. 

Optional modern avionics will be available for those who prefer more contemporary navigation, and the aircraft also comes with a Wwise-powered soundset.

Work left before release includes liveries, a crew configuration system, deeper maintenance options, a paint kit, and support for the MSFS 2024 walk-around mode. 

MicroProse says real-world B-17 expertise has informed the flight dynamics and systems tuning, with the broader goal of preserving and presenting historic aircraft to a new audience.

For more information about the project, you can visit the official home page. The team also shared a roadmap, covering future planned development.

The planned feature list for the Early Access version is as follows:

Key Features (Early Access)‍

• Initial flight model built specifically for MSFS 2024
• Authentic 3D model with hand-crafted 4K PBR textures
• Fully modelled cockpit, panels and instruments
• Wwise engine and cockpit sounds recorded from the real aircraft (WIP)
• Five liveries
• Simple crew customisation via an in-sim clipboard

The MicroProse B17G Flying Fortress will release for Early Access on October 9th 2025. Those interested in joining from day one can register their email with JustFlight, through the official product page.

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