TouchingCloud
Website: https://touchingcloud.fr/ Founded: 2020 Headquarters: France Platforms: MSFS
Overview
TouchingCloud is a French flight simulation developer specializing in glider and sailplane simulation for Microsoft Flight Simulator. The company brings French soaring expertise to the digital realm, creating detailed sailplanes that capture the elegance and technical demands of motorless flight.
Their flagship DG-808S represents one of the most capable high-performance single-seat sailplanes available in MSFS. TouchingCloud’s work helps fill a significant gap in the simulator’s aircraft ecosystem, providing glider pilots and enthusiasts with authentic soaring experiences.
The company leverages France’s rich gliding tradition and access to soaring expertise to create products that resonate with the international gliding community.
History
TouchingCloud was established in France around 2020, positioning themselves to take advantage of MSFS’s improved atmospheric and thermal modeling. French soaring culture, with its long tradition of competitive and recreational gliding, provided the foundation for the company’s expertise.
Their focus on the DG-808S, a widely respected high-performance sailplane, demonstrated their commitment to authenticity. The aircraft’s real-world reputation for excellent handling and cross-country performance made it an ideal choice for showcasing what glider simulation in MSFS could achieve.
Aircraft Portfolio
Current Products
- DG-808S - High-performance single-seat sailplane with 18-meter wingspan
Planned Products
- Additional sailplanes and glider variants expected
Notable Achievements
- Brought high-performance glider simulation to MSFS
- Authentic French soaring expertise applied to simulation
- Detailed flight model capturing real DG-808S characteristics
- Contributing to the growing glider simulation community in MSFS
Community Reputation
TouchingCloud has earned positive recognition from the glider simulation community. The DG-808S is appreciated for its authentic flight characteristics and the quality of the overall package. Users particularly value the accurate thermal handling and cross-country soaring capabilities. The company is seen as an important contributor to filling the glider gap in MSFS, complementing other developers like F7 Simulations. Pricing is considered appropriate for a specialized product serving a dedicated community.