Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Us National Parks Update Arrives July 4
The July 4 release date ties the free update directly to the US holiday, and the fall Air Race mode adds a competitive structure to a simulation title that has historically focused on free flight.
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Xbox Game Studios announced during the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 that the US National Parks update for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 will launch on July 4. The update features aircraft flying over scenic US views. An Air Race National Championship is also planned for fall 2026. The game is available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The US National Parks update for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 arrives on July 4, as announced during the Xbox Games Showcase 2026. Footage shown during the event depicted aircraft flying over scenic views across the United States. The update is free for owners of the base game, which is available on PC (Steam and Microsoft Store), PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Asobo Studio developed the title.
Separately, the Air Race National Championship is scheduled for release in fall 2026. No further details on the race mode were provided during the showcase.
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