Cera Sim
Website: https://cerasimaircraft.com/ Founded: 2019 Headquarters: Spain Platforms: MSFS, P3D
Overview
Cera Sim is a specialized helicopter developer known for creating military and utility rotorcraft for flight simulators. Their flagship product, the Mil Mi-17, represents one of the most detailed recreations of former Soviet/Russian helicopter technology available in flight simulation.
What distinguishes Cera Sim is their focus on helicopters that are underrepresented in the simulation market. While many developers concentrate on Western helicopter types, Cera Sim brings Eastern European and military rotorcraft to virtual pilots who want to experience these unique machines.
The company maintains an ongoing development philosophy, with regular updates that improve flight dynamics, fix reported issues, and add new features to their existing products.
History
Cera Sim was established around 2019, initially developing helicopters for Prepar3D before expanding to Microsoft Flight Simulator. Their experience with the complex systems and flight dynamics of military helicopters carried over effectively as they adapted their products for the new platform.
The Mi-17 has been the cornerstone of their MSFS offerings, receiving continuous updates to improve the flight experience. The company has since expanded to include Bell helicopters and the Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk.
Aircraft Portfolio
Current Products
- Mil Mi-17V5 - Russian military transport helicopter with detailed systems
- Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk - Iconic U.S. military utility helicopter
- Bell 212 - Twin-engine utility helicopter
- Bell 222B - Executive/utility twin-engine helicopter
Platforms
- Mi-17V5 available for both MSFS and P3D v4+
Notable Achievements
- Pioneered Mil Mi-17 for MSFS with ongoing development
- Regular updates incorporating user feedback
- Commitment to continuous flight dynamics improvement
- Specialized in underrepresented helicopter types
Community Reputation
Cera Sim is appreciated by helicopter enthusiasts for tackling unique aircraft types. The Mi-17 has a devoted following, particularly among users interested in military and utility helicopter operations. The company is known for releasing updates that address user-reported issues and improve flight dynamics.
Initial releases have sometimes required polish, but Cera Sim’s commitment to ongoing development has earned community respect. Pricing is competitive for specialized helicopter products. Users appreciate the opportunity to fly helicopter types that would otherwise be unavailable in MSFS. The expansion to include Western helicopters like the UH-60L demonstrates the company’s growth and diversification.