| X-Plane | |
| Platforms: | Android iOS Linux macOS WebOS Windows |
| Developer: | Laminar Research Austin Meyer |
| Publisher: | Laminar Research Aerosoft |
| Genre: | Flight simulation |
| Creator: | Austin Meyer |
| First Release Version: | X-Plane 1.00 |
| First Release Date: | [1] [2] |
| Latest Release Version: | X-Plane 12.1.2 beta 1[3] |
X-Plane is a flight simulation software initially launched by Laminar Research in 1995. Commercial desktop versions are sold for macOS, Windows, and Linux. In addition, Laminar Research also distributes FAA-certified versions for professional use. A mobile version has been available for Android, iOS, and webOS since 2009 as well.
X-Plane implements an aerodynamic model called blade element theory.[4]
X-Plane can connect to other X-Plane instances via UDP or TCP[5] [6] for multiplayer flight simulation, networked multi-monitor X-Plane configurations or to plugins, such as Pilot Edge,[7] which themselves communicate with other X-Plane instances.[8] [9] [10]