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FlightSafety International Training vs Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

FlightSafety International Training logo

FlightSafety International Training

Aviation

Advanced flight crew training and certification

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 logo

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

Aviation

Hyper-realistic cloud-based flight simulation

From
$9.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: FlightSafety International Training flightSafety International gates training course pricing behind a Full-Service customer agreement; its own FAQ states courses are offered at no charge or a reduced fee only to customers under such an agreement, with pricing not published for others.; Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 pricing not disclosed on vendor site; available only through external retailers
  • They diverge on capability: FlightSafety International Training covers Flight training, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 covers Photogrammetry scenery.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FlightSafety International Training and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 actually diverge.

Attributes where FlightSafety International Training and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 differ
AttributeFlightSafety International TrainingMicrosoft Flight Simulator 2024
Starting priceOn request$9.99/month
Pricing modelusage-basedsubscription
PlatformsOn-siteWindows, Xbox
Founded19512020

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Aviation).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in FlightSafety International Training

  • Flight training
  • Type ratings
  • Recurrent training
  • Simulator time
  • Certification
  • Airlines
  • Operators
  • Regulatory bodies

Only in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

  • Photogrammetry scenery
  • Realistic weather
  • Aircraft systems
  • Global coverage
  • ATC
  • Xbox Game Pass
  • Azure cloud
  • Third-party add-ons

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

FlightSafety International Training

  • Type ratingnot Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
  • Recurrent trainingnot Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
  • Upgrade trainingnot Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
  • Initial trainingnot Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

  • Flight trainingnot FlightSafety International Training
  • Recreationnot FlightSafety International Training
  • VR flyingnot FlightSafety International Training
  • Network flyingnot FlightSafety International Training

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

FlightSafety International Training

  • FlightSafety International gates training course pricing behind a Full-Service customer agreement; its own FAQ states courses are offered at no charge or a reduced fee only to customers under such an agreement, with pricing not published for others.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

  • Pricing not disclosed on vendor site; available only through external retailers
  • Multiple editions without published pricing comparison

Pricing, plan by plan

FlightSafety International Training

On request
  • Type Rating TrainingFree
    • Professional training
    • Simulators
    • Certification
  • Recurrent TrainingFree
    • Ongoing training
    • Currency maintenance
    • Checkrides

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

$9.99/month
  • Game Pass$9.99/month
    • Full simulator
    • Game Pass included
    • Cloud saves
  • Standalone$89.99/lifetime
    • Full simulator
    • Lifetime license
    • All updates

Which should you pick?

Choose FlightSafety International Training if

  • You need flight training.
  • You work on On-site.
  • You also want type ratings.
FlightSafety International Training review

Choose Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 if

  • You need photogrammetry scenery.
  • You work on Windows, Xbox.
  • You also want realistic weather.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 review

Questions people ask

Is FlightSafety International Training or Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 better?
Neither clearly leads. FlightSafety International Training starts at On request and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 at $9.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FlightSafety International Training or Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024?
FlightSafety International Training starts at On request and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 at $9.99/month.
Does FlightSafety International Training or Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 run on more platforms?
FlightSafety International Training runs on On-site. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 runs on Windows, Xbox.
What is FlightSafety International Training best used for?
FlightSafety International Training is most often used for type rating, recurrent training, upgrade training, initial training. Of those, type rating and recurrent training are not what Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is typically brought in for.
What can FlightSafety International Training do that Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 cannot?
FlightSafety International Training covers Flight training, Type ratings, Recurrent training, Simulator time. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 covers Photogrammetry scenery, Realistic weather, Aircraft systems, Global coverage.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

FlightSafety International Training: Where can I find FlightSafety training pricing?

Pricing is not displayed on the homepage. You can find pricing for specific courses by accessing the course search page to make a reservation request, or by contacting FlightSafety directly through their contact page.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: What editions of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 are available?

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is available in four editions: Standard (70 aircraft, 150 airports), Deluxe (80 aircraft, 155 airports), Premium Deluxe (95 aircraft, 160 airports), and Aviator (125 aircraft, 160 airports, includes 30 Microsoft-published marketplace aircraft).

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FlightSafety International Training: Can I enroll directly online or do I need to contact sales?

You can either enroll through an online enrollment link or make a reservation request through the course search tool. Existing customers can sign into their accounts directly.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: Where can I purchase Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024?

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is available on Microsoft Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, and Xbox Game Pass. Pricing is not listed on the official website; customers must check these retailers for current prices.

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FlightSafety International Training: Does FlightSafety offer a free trial or sample training?

The homepage does not mention a free trial or introductory offer. Pricing and course details are available through the course search and reservation request process.

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