Microsoft Flight Simulator:City Update IX highlights select locations across the Northeast United States with updated aerial imagery, new digital elevation models, and TIN (triangulated irregular network) surface textures. The update includes the Washington, DC region; Buffalo, New York; the Allentown, Pennsylvania area; and the East End of Long Island, New York. They are the latest enhancements to the ever-improving, immersive experience. Microsoft Flight Simulator World experience!
Washington, DC (District of Columbia) is the capital of the United States and home to several nationally renowned museums, monuments, and architectural works. Located 30 miles west of the Chesapeake Bay, DC is bordered by Maryland to the west, north, and east, and Virginia to the south along the Potomac River. Washington DC offers some of the world's most famous landmarks, significant for their history and architectural beauty, including the United States Capitol, the Lincoln Memorial, and the National Mall.
The update covers several locations around Washington, D.C., including the cities of Gainesville, Bristow, Stafford and Fairfax in Virginia and the cities of Frederick and Annapolis in Maryland, home of the U.S. Naval Academy.
Buffalo is located in western New York State on the shores of Lake Erie, one of the Great Lakes. It is the second most populous city in the state after the New York City metropolitan area. Based on grain transportation via the Erie Canal, Buffalo today enjoys a thriving economy with several thriving industries including automotive, healthcare, and technology. Spectacular Buffalo landmarks include the Peace Bridge, the Rand Building, and Seneca One Tower.
Allentown is located in the Lehigh Valley of eastern Pennsylvania, at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains and 75 miles (120 km) west of New York City. Originally settled in 1751 and 1762, Allentown is one of the oldest cities in the United States and today is the third-largest metropolitan area in Pennsylvania. Allentown, including its suburbs such as Whitehall, features a wide variety of historic and modern attractions, including the downtown area, Coca-Cola Park, and the Malcolm Gross Rose Garden.
Long Island's East End, located approximately 80 miles east of New York City, is home to The Hamptons, a popular seaside retreat that includes the village of Southampton. Founded in 1640, Southampton is one of the oldest settlements in the United States. Rich in history and colonial architecture, Southampton and the surrounding East End villages offer views of long beaches, small bays, and patchworks of farmland.
Microsoft Flight Simulator City Update IX: Northeast United States is available for FREE to all owners of Microsoft Flight SimulatorMake sure the simulator is running the version 1.37.19.0 (or a newer version), download City Update IX and explore today. The sky is calling!
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