PMDG

PMDG develops detailed airliner simulation software for desktop flight simulation. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, the company works with aerospace organizations and airlines to recreate aircraft systems and flight decks. Its products are used by individual flight simulation enthusiasts, pilots, companies and professional flight crews around the world.

Airliner Simulation for Microsoft Flight Simulator

One of PMDG's products is the 737-700NG for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

This aircraft simulation was developed specifically for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on PC. Users need that simulator installed before they can use the product.

The new version includes updated aircraft models created with lidar scanning, improved textures, updated lighting and additional functions.

PMDG has also worked on performance so the aircraft can run on computers that already handle other popular aircraft add-ons reasonably well.

The aircraft represents a Boeing 737-700, allowing simulation users to work with an airliner rather than a small general aviation aircraft.

Detailed Cockpit and Aircraft Systems

PMDG focuses on recreating the systems and controls found in modern commercial aircraft.

Its simulation software models major and minor aircraft systems. This includes flight controls, landing gear and aircraft management systems.

The flight control and landing gear simulations cover normal operation, standby systems and alternative operating modes.

The cockpit includes detailed 3D models, instrument displays, lighting and surface textures.

Lighting options include incandescent and LED arrangements, with adjustable flight deck lights and annunciators.

Tablet displays at each pilot position support Navigraph charting. This gives users access to charts within the simulated cockpit.

PMDG also models differences between passenger aircraft, cargo aircraft and Boeing Business Jet configurations.

Flight Handling and Operating Scenarios

The software includes customized flight models with additional physics calculations.

PMDG also develops failure simulations covering nearly all Quick Reference Handbook scenarios. These help users explore how aircraft systems behave when something is not working normally.

Sound is another part of the simulation. PMDG uses recordings taken from multiple aircraft to create its sound environments.

Interior, exterior and cockpit sounds change according to the user's location and direction.

The simulated aircraft also include ground equipment, such as passenger service vehicles, cargo handling equipment and vehicles for business jet operations.

Passenger and cargo aircraft versions include modeled cabin interiors.

Connections With Real Aviation

PMDG works with airlines and aerospace companies while developing its simulation products.

The company also operates restored aircraft, including a Douglas DC-3 and an SNJ-6.

These aircraft appear at events across the United States and Europe, where they help introduce people to aviation.

PMDG appeals to pilots and aviation fans who want to understand how commercial aircraft operate. Its software gives desktop simulation users access to detailed flight decks, aircraft systems and operating scenarios that reflect the work involved in flying modern airliners.