Downloads
Get the latest update to version 9
Every few months, we release a new (free) update to X-Plane. These updates include bug fixes, feature enhancements, and new feature additions. While they are completely optional, the updates are recommended.
Note: If you have an FAA-certified version of X-Plane from PFC, then you should not use these downloads. Instead, get your updates from PFC.
What's new in the latest update?
To read about all the enhancements included in the latest update, see the X-Plane Change-Log.
To read about the latest beta, see the Beta page.
| Mac OS X v9.60 Update Updater 2.05 Macintosh |
Windows v9.60 Update Updater 2.05 Windows |
Linux v9.60 Update Updater 2.05 Linux |
For X-Plane DVD installers (which might be necessary when installing on Linux or when using the older Beta DVD release), see the X-Plane Wiki.
Download the X-Plane demo
Not sure you want to buy the simulator just yet? Why not give the demo a shot? The demo contains a limited scenery area (keeping the download small). It will run for 10 minutes before it begins to ignore the user's input, at which point the simulator must be restarted to fly any more. For unlimited flight time (as well as the incredible global scenery), order X-Plane now.
| Mac OS X v9.60 Demo Installer 2.05 Macintosh |
Windows v9.60 Demo Installer 2.05 Windows |
Linux v9.60 Demo Installer 2.05 Linux |
Installers for older versions
Use the following links to get the version 8 demo or the final update to X-Plane 8 (version 8.64). For the version 8 Linux DVD installer, use this link.
Using the pro-level USB keys
To use the X-Plane Pro USB keys (applicable to a level 2, 3, and 4 simulator), users will need to download and install the HASP USB key driver.
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Mac OS X v8.64 Demo/Update Installer 123 Macintosh |
Windows v8.64 Demo/Update Installer 123 Windows |
Linux v8.64 Demo/Update Installer 123 Linux |
For X-Plane installations prior to version 8, click here.
Looking for the Beta?
See the Beta page.
Looking for the manual?
See the Support page.
Looking for the Mobile apps?
See the Meet X-Plane Mobile page for information on the apps available on each mobile platform (iPhone, iPad, Android, etc.).
| iPhone/iPod Touch Links | |
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| X-Plane Trainer can be downloaded here | X-Plane 9 can be downloaded here |
| X-Plane Airliner can be downloaded here | X-Plane Extreme can be downloaded here |
| X-Plane Carrier can be downloaded here | X-Plane Glider can be downloaded here |
| X-Plane Racing can be downloaded here | X-Plane Helicopter can be downloaded here |
| Space Shuttle can be downloaded here | X-Plane Apollo can be downloaded here |
| X-Plane Remote can be downloaded here | X-Planner can be downloaded here |
| Giant Fighting Robots can be downloaded here | Giant Fighting Robots Trainer can be downloaded here |
Quick links
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System requirements
- A 2 GHz CPU
- 1 GB RAM
- DirectX 9 video card or newer
See X-Plane in action!
Prepare to be stunned by X-Plane. Videos and photos speak where words can't. See the Multimedia page...
What do other people think?
Get more opinions before you buy. Read reviews and connect with current users. We're confident they feel as strongly about X-Plane as we do. Learn more...
Switching from Microsoft Flight Simulator
Tens of thousands of users have done it already. Switch to X-Plane and find out how accurate a computer flight model can be. Don't worry... You can bring over your old MSFS scenery, and you'll find that creating aircraft in X-Plane is much easier than in "the other sim." Learn more...
What sets X-Plane apart?
It's blade element theory, of course. By breaking down every surface of the airplane and calculating the forces acting on each piece individually, X-Plane delivers the most realistic flight experience available. Learn more...
Try the demo, or get the update
The demo is free, and it's a relatively small download. The updates, too, are free, and their bug fixes and new features make them worth the time it takes to get them. See the Downloads page...
Get the manual
In either PDF or Wiki form, the X-Plane manual can answer many of the questions you may have. See the Support page...
X-World: Links and Lists
Click here to jump to the X-World page.
Fly in space, fly on Mars
Only in X-Plane can you find accurate modelling of space and Martian flight. Click below to to open instructions on flying these special situations in X-Plane.
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Official X-Plane sites
XSquawkBox.net: The X-Plane Scenery Development page
Scenery Central: The X-Plane 8 scenery page
The X-Plane SDK: "Plug-In Headquarters"
X-Plane Airport and Navigation Data: The source for data updates and designer information.