Flying Model Simulator (FMS)

Flying Model Simulator (FMS): Open Source Flight Simulator & Game

Cross-platform, customizable, and featuring online multiplayer, Flying Model Simulator (FMS) offers realistic physics and flight dynamics for a unique flying experience.

What is Flying Model Simulator (FMS)?

Flying Model Simulator (FMS) is an open-source, cross-platform flight simulation program focused on flying model aircraft. It enables hobbyists to test fly model aircraft designs on their computer using realistic physics and flight dynamics before actually building and flying the model.

Key features of FMS include:

• Realistic 3D graphics with interactive landscapes and dynamic lighting and clouds.
• Accurate flight physics based on lift, drag, thrust, and weight.
• Supports dozens of customizable model types including airplanes, gliders, helicopters and multicopters.
• Detailed helicopter flight dynamics with blade element theory for realistic control and behavior.
• Cross platform support for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
• Fully customizable and moddable with ability to create new airplane and helicopter designs.
• Multiplayer networking allows flying with others online.
• Range of landscapes and flying sites including mountains, cities, valleys and clearings.
• Developer API and scripting support for advanced customization.

With its combination of realistic flight physics, wide range of aircraft models and customization options, FMS offers model pilots a powerful and cost effective way to gain experience flying different designs without costly crashes. And with multiplayer networking, it opens up fun competitions and flying sessions with others around the world.

Flying Model Simulator (FMS) Features

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