Captain Sim
Website: https://www.captainsim.com/ Founded: 1999 Headquarters: International (online-based) Platforms: MSFS, P3D, FSX
Overview
Captain Sim is one of the longest-running aircraft developers in the flight simulation industry, having operated continuously since 1999. The company specializes in commercial aircraft, particularly Boeing types, and has built a substantial catalog of airliners and military transport aircraft over their 25+ year history.
Known for their distinctive approach to aircraft development, Captain Sim products span from classic jets like the Boeing 707 to modern widebodies like the 777. They also developed one of the most detailed C-130 Hercules simulations available, appealing to both civilian and military aviation enthusiasts.
The company maintains an active community forum and has adapted to each new generation of flight simulation platforms while continuing to support their legacy products.
History
Captain Sim was founded in 1999, during the FS98/FS2000 era, making them one of the original commercial flight simulation developers. Their early products established their focus on Boeing commercial aircraft.
Throughout the 2000s and 2010s, Captain Sim expanded their catalog to include various Boeing types, the L-1011 TriStar, and the C-130 Hercules. Each platform transition—from FS2004 to FSX to P3D—saw Captain Sim adapt their products and development processes.
The MSFS 2020 era brought both challenges and opportunities as Captain Sim worked to bring their expertise to the new platform while the community’s expectations for systems depth continued to evolve.
Aircraft Portfolio
Current Products
- Boeing 717 - Regional jet for various platforms
- Boeing 767 - Medium-to-long-haul widebody airliner
- Boeing 777 - Long-haul widebody aircraft
- C-130 Hercules - Military transport aircraft with multiple variants
Legacy Products
- Boeing 707 series
- Boeing 727 series
- L-1011 TriStar
- Various other Boeing types for FSX/P3D
Notable Achievements
- Over 25 years of continuous operation in flight simulation
- Pioneering Boeing aircraft for early flight simulators
- Comprehensive C-130 Hercules family
- Successful adaptation across multiple simulator generations
- Active community forum since early 2000s
Community Reputation
Captain Sim’s reputation in the community is mixed. Longtime fans appreciate their extensive catalog and continued support of older platforms. However, their MSFS products have received varied reviews, with some users expecting more advanced systems depth given the capabilities of modern simulators. Pricing and decisions around payware modifications have occasionally generated discussion. Support is provided through their long-running community forum. The company’s longevity demonstrates their ability to adapt and maintain a customer base across simulation eras.