X-Plane 12, unlike the highly popular Microsoft Flight Simulator and other programmes, is FAA-approved for training purposes. Although some specific equipment is necessary to register training hours for FAA certification reasons, it testifies to the quality of the simulation that owing to X-Plane, one may actually learn to fly real-world aircraft. X-Plane, like any other flight simulator, is best experienced with dedicated flight controls, such as the Honeycomb Alpha and Bravo yoke and throttle system, which mimics the layout of actual aircraft, though it can also be played with VR touch controls, mouse and keyboard, HOTAS, or a combination of peripherals.
X-Plane 12 appears to be a welcome addition to the libraries of gamers, pilots, and lovers of superb VR simulators due to the degree of realism, customisation, and support for community-made planes.
