When PMDG released its first simulation of the 737NG (Next Generation) in 2003, it quickly gained massive popularity, becoming the go-to airliner for many simulator pilots. Now after more than 20 years of ploughing the virtual airways, the company has released an updated version of the legendary aircraft simulation for Microsoft Flight Simulator.
Designed to take advantage of cutting-edge technologies of the new platform, the aircraft sports features such as a highly authentic cockpit and systems modelling and a high-definition 3D model with PBR (Physical Based Rendering) textures. In this issue, we take a look at this latest rendition of the 737 from PMDG and see how it measures up.
The 737−700 was the first variant of the 737NG family, introduced to compete with the Airbus A320. It featured a host of technical improvements, such as a larger wing, upgraded engines and a new glass cockpit. The 737-700 was launched in 1993 and entered service four years later with launch customer Southwest Airlines.
To meet the demands of an ever-changing aviation market, Boeing produced four main variants: the 737-600, -700, -800 and the -900. As well as being a popular passenger jet, it was also used as a freighter with many aircraft c…
