Flight Simulation - Realistic Flight Simulator for ZX Spectrum

"Flight Simulation" is a pioneering flight simulator game released in 1983 for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum. Developed by Psion Software Ltd, it allows players to experience the dynamics of flying a small, high-performance, two-engined, propeller-driven airplane. The game provides a realistic cockpit view with detailed instruments, enabling players to bank, dive, and climb while navigating the virtual skies.

The simulation includes various navigational aids, such as beacons and maps, to help players land and take off from two runways. The game challenges players to manage essential controls like the joystick, rudder, and engine power, replicating the complex aerodynamics of real flight. The cockpit instruments display crucial information, including airspeed, altitude, and heading, vital for successful navigation and landing.

Players can switch between a cockpit view and a navigational map, offering a comprehensive flight experience. The game simulates real-time flight dynamics, allowing for maneuvers like looping the loop and rolling. Although the graphics are simple, they effectively convey the essentials of flight, including runway lights and ground features like lakes.

"Flight Simulation" was praised for its elegance and realism at the time of its release, being one of the first flight simulators available for home computers. It remains a significant title in the history of flight simulation games, known for its detailed approach to replicating the experience of piloting an aircraft.