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VRChat Aviation Journal: Gliders and Airships
First article in a new series focused on VRChat Aviation puts the spotlight on gliders and airships.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
6 days ago11 min read


Steam Next Fest October 2025
A compilation of our thoughts on a handful of flight focused games with demos at Steam Next Fest October 2025.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Oct 188 min read


Opinion: Hijong Park's Defender Patrol (Demo)
Let's take a look at the public demo for Hijong Park's Defender Patrol, a promising retro styled VR flight sim!

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Oct 154 min read


Air Pico: A Micro Flight Simulator
Air Pico by Mot is one of the latest flight games on a "fantasy" retro game console that never existed.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Oct 84 min read


Nuclear Option: UH-90 Ibis
Nuclear Option's latest update is out, and with it comes the UH-90 Ibis! Let's check out this amazing multirole utility helicopter.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Oct 47 min read


Flying in VR: Is it a must? Or still a gimmick?
As immersive as it can be, is flying in VR now a must? Or is it still just a gimmick?

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Sep 273 min read


VRChat Aviation: Our Future Plans!
We have been preparing a lot of surprises for the VRChat Aviation audience, and we are ready to announce some of them!

Skyward Staff
Sep 172 min read


VRChat Aviation: VRC Flight Week 2025
September 12th - 19th, 2025. An official aviation focused event on VRChat made possible by Negentropic, Boeing and the Australian Government.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Sep 133 min read


GroundFall: Island Hopping
Discussing the shift of setting from Alaskan style terrain to island backcountry flying in this bush flight simulator.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Sep 104 min read


DCS Mission Editor: SAM Map Appreciation
Two maps in DCS World incorporate new, but simple additions to the map that make it easier to build missions with known air defenses as a backdrop.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Sep 65 min read


FlightSimExpo Releases 2026 Travel Details
The Flight Sim Association has shared their 2026 travel launch, featuring airfare discounts and our FlightSimExpo hotel rate.

Skyward Staff
Sep 33 min read


Getting back into DCS World: How hard can it be?
A rusty pilot tries to gain his wings again in DCS World!

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Aug 303 min read


First Impression: Sky Aces (August 2025 Demo)
Our first impression of a scrappy new indie dogfighter with decent AI and a solid amount of detail.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Aug 275 min read


Skywriter Academy: A Gust of Creativity
Skywriter Academy is an intentionally clumsy skywriting game created in just a few days for GMTK Game Jam 2025.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Aug 203 min read


After Burner Climax: An Arcade Swan Song
Let's reminisce about a game that gets your blood pumping: Afterburner Climax! Too bad you can't buy it anymore, though.

T.J. "Millie" Archer
Aug 135 min read


Soaring Free: Freeware Gliders for MSFS 2020
Soaring along ridges and through thermals is some of the best fun you can have in MSFS 2020 - join us as we take a look at a collection of glider add-ons you can try out without spending a dime!

Caio "Hueman" Barreto
Aug 913 min read


VRChat: BlackCats - Maritime Interdictor by 5Sori
BlackCats: Maritime Interdictor by 5Sori is a solid example of a PVE flight experience in VRChat. Board a PBY-5 Catalina and search for the enemy at sea.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Aug 26 min read


G-Rebels (Games Forged In Germany 2025 Demo)
Thoughts on the July 2025 demo for G-Rebels by Reakktor Games.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jul 307 min read


Arcade Archives Air Combat 22: A Deeper Dive
A long-time Ace Combat fan experiencing Air Combat 22 for the first time thanks to the July 2025 console release.

T.J. "Millie" Archer
Jul 236 min read


Flying the new AH-6 in VTOL VR!
We flew the AH-6 mod for VTOL VR, here are our first impressions!

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Jul 193 min read


Dancing Wings: Aerobatic Aspirations
Aerobatic flight simulators are a rarity. We take a look at what is available for this new in development indie game and give our thoughts on its spiritual predecessors and potential future.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jul 164 min read


Star Wars X-Wing Alliance Upgrade: Make old new again, because it’s not like we’ve had a choice.
Let's take a look at X-Wing Alliance Upgrade, Star Wars' classic title brought to the modern era.

T.J. "Millie" Archer
Jul 124 min read


Flight Sim Expo 2025 in Review
An extensive account of attending the FSE 2025 from the point of view of an attendee. From travel to walking the expo floor.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jul 915 min read


A Story in a Storyless Game: Encounter With an Enemy Ace in Strike Fighters 2
Sometimes, stories come out of unexpected places - such as a game without one! Join us as we dive into a flight sim storytelling of a memorable campaign in Strike Fighters 2.

Caio "Hueman" Barreto
Jun 2115 min read


Colibri Dogfight Tournament in Review
As we put this VRChat event behind us to focus on the future, we would like to have one last review of the event.

Skyward Staff
Jun 187 min read


ScrapWings (Steam Next Fest June 2025 Demo)
The Steam Next Fest June 2025 demo for ScrapWings by AmadeusCraft shows a slice of what the solo developer is trying to achieve. With a semi-open world concept, dedicated story missions and collecting scrap to create items, the game has potential.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jun 116 min read


Scramble: Dornier Do 17, New Game Mechanics
The introduction of Dornier Do 17 comes with new game mechanics revolving around the implementation of bombers and fighter reinforcements.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Jun 75 min read


FlightSimExpo Reveals Final Floorplan & Exhibitor List 2025
Flight Sim Expo has revealed its final floorplan and exhibitor list for June 2025. Take a look and plan ahead for your visit!

Skyward Staff
Jun 43 min read


The Dragonfly: From Paper to Reality in VRChat
A look into the development of the SW-201, Skyward FM's first original aircraft for VRChat Aviation.

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
May 2812 min read


What Made Ace Combat Infinity So Good?
As we remember Ace Combat Infinity’s 11th anniversary, it’s hard not to feel a sense of nostalgia - of yearning for something we lost along the way. Let's discuss what made Ace Combat Infinity to good.

Caio "Hueman" Barreto
May 219 min read


Indie Highlight 001: Series Start
The start of a long-time coming series. Indie Highlight focuses on current, past and still in development indie flight games.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
May 177 min read


The Form and Function of Clouds and Weather in Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown
Skies Unknown is the first entry in the Ace Combat series to introduce clouds in a way that is both visually stimulating and a game mechanic that directly effects gameplay.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
May 147 min read


Nuclear Option: Open Ocean SAMs
The second map for Nuclear Option features dedicated surface-to-air missile sites that offer a welcome long-range threat to complicate missions.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
May 75 min read


Aviassembly Revisited: A Journey of Redemption
Aviassembly has come a long way since we looked at its demo last year - follow us as we take a look at what's changed, and why you shouldn't let it slip under your radar!

Caio "Hueman" Barreto
May 49 min read


The DCS Community was heard: The F-5E Livery Competition Boycott
The DCS Livery Art Group has given the community its first win, successfully boycotting a competition in the name of progress and fairness to all creators~!

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Apr 303 min read


Aerofly FS: Decent Flight Sim on the Nintendo Switch?
A recent work trip demonstrated the value of mobile flight simulator to this writer. Aerofly FS is a known flight simulator with an unexpected port to the Nintendo Switch. Does it compromise itself to run on this console? Read about our initial flights with this simulator.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Apr 234 min read


I Want to be Excited About the DCS Cold War Germany Map – But I'm Not
The most exciting map for DCS World just got released, but I am not excited about it. Why is that? Let's explore this a bit deeper.

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Apr 193 min read


Ace Combat: Assault Horizon - Death by Name Association?
Being alive for a while gives the privilege of perspective if you pay attention close enough Let us go off of the beaten path for a bit....

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Apr 167 min read


Nuclear Option Mission: Sand Castle
Our first mission for Nuclear Option by Shockfront Studios is out now!

Skyward Staff
Apr 123 min read


VRChat Aviation World Release: Skyward Night Flight
Skyward Night Flight is the second non-combat, general aviation world created by Cubeboy featuring an original Skyward aircraft.

Skyward Staff
Mar 293 min read


Skyward Flight Media: 5th Anniversary
2025 marks our 5th anniversary here at SkywardFM~! Here are some of our thoughts, from some of the main team members.

Skyward Staff
Mar 275 min read


Zero Profit Margins: The High Praise and Low Sales of Ace Combat Zero
A critical look at the most influential yet financially unsuccessful Ace Combat game: Ace Combat Zero.

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Mar 225 min read


Scramble: Battle of Britain - Surviving Squadron Leader
The reality of war is the burden of loss of life. Even when you do "everything right" a life can be lost in seconds.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Mar 209 min read


Test Pilots: The Birthplace of VRChat Aviation
Test Pilots by Sacchan, the original VRChat Aviation world, has been the most popular VRCA world since the beginning. Join us for a visit.

Aaron "Ribbon-Blue" Mendoza
Mar 157 min read


Flying the F-16 Mod in VTOL VR is Awesome
The F-16C mod for VTOL VR is amazing! Here are our thoughts after trying it out.

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Mar 83 min read


Aurora Flight: I Can See the Light
Okay, dead honest—my first impressions when I saw the first screenshots of this game were “what kinda blatant Ace Combat ripoff am I...

T.J. "Millie" Archer
Mar 55 min read


Register for FlightSimExpo 2025 Now: Rates Increase on March 1
Time to book your tickets for FlightSimExpo! Rates increase March 1st, so there's no better time than now to pick your spot.

Skyward Staff
Feb 282 min read


War Thunder: The Sim-Lite Killer
War Thunder is extremely popular, but has unknowingly killed a genre of flight games? Let's discuss this.

Santiago "Cubeboy" Cuberos
Feb 203 min read
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