Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: National Championship Air Races

Announced features— Notes not published yet

September 2026 development update

• The air-racing activity returns free for all players, with a newly recreated course in Roswell, New Mexico
• Adds a new race class: STOL Drag
• Wear and tear, wake turbulence and engine management now matter; 44 aircraft updated for it
• Host private lobby races with friends; scheduled races are planned for 2027
• Optional $40 aircraft pack with real NCAR race paint schemes, free for MSFS 2020 Reno Air Races owners