GETTING STARTED
Do I need a flight simulator to play MetaFlight?
Last Updated: January 8, 2026Yes — for the Pilot role only. MetaFlight connects to external flight simulators when you play as a pilot. Currently supported simulators include: MetaFlight does not replace your simulator. It adds purpose, progression and real impact to your flights within a shared world.
Which version of Flight Simulator do I need?
Last Updated: January 8, 2026MetaFlight supports several flight simulators, so you can use the one you prefer: You can also use MetaFlight without any flight simulator if you play as an Airline Manager or Airport Manager, as these roles only require an internet connection and a web browser.
What do I need to fly with MetaFlight?
Last Updated: January 8, 2026To fly with MetaFlight, you first need a flight simulator installed on your computer. MetaFlight currently supports: You will also need FSUIPC (the free version is sufficient).For X-Plane 11/12 users, XPUIPC is required instead. Once everything is set up, simply install MFLink and you are ready to fly.If you only want to play as an...
Do I need additional software like FSUIPC/XPUIPC?
Last Updated: January 8, 2026Yes — if you play as a Pilot. MetaFlight uses connector tools to read live flight data from your simulator. These tools allow MetaFlight to track: Setup is fully guided and documented. No advanced technical knowledge is required.
How do I download and install the desktop version of MetaFlight?
Last Updated: January 8, 2026MetaFlight can be installed as a desktop application for a more comfortable experience. To install it, open the following link in your web browser: https://app.metaflight.aero/ Once the page is loaded, click on the install icon in your browser’s address bar, then confirm by clicking Install.After installation, you can pin MetaFlight to your Windows taskbar and...
How can I modify the cabin announcement sound pack in MetaFlight ?
Last Updated: January 8, 2026To modify cabin announcements in MetaFlight, open the MFLink Tracker on your PC and go to the Settings section. From there, you can customize each cabin announcement sound, including: Currently, only the MP3 format is supported. Support for additional formats such as WAV may be added in a future update.
