Study-Level Aircraft for X-Plane
Crafted by aviators. Driven by passion. From the iconic C172 to the upcoming AFL 737 MAX - we build the most authentic flight simulation experiences.
Our Aircraft Fleet
Study-level simulations built from real-world data and publicly available sources
AFL 737 MAX
Coming 2026 / 2027
The most authentic 737 MAX simulation for X-Plane. Milestone-driven development with full systems depth.
KING AIR 350
Twin turboprop with 924 sound events, custom electrical system, and detailed systems simulation for X-Plane 12.
C172 NG DIGITAL
Study-level Cessna 172 with G1000. Custom failures, electrical system, full realism.
C172 NG ANALOG
Classic analog-gauge Cessna 172. Full study-level depth with traditional instruments and GTN 750 compatibility.
BRISTELL B23
Czech-built low-wing with Garmin G3X glass cockpit. Available on the MSFS Marketplace.
AFL 737 MAX Showcase
Our flagship project, built from the core up
Electrical System
Display Units
FMS & Navigation
Flight Model
Modelled, Not Faked
Beneath the AFL 737 MAX panels runs a full Bus Power Control Unit - real contactors, real source priority, real edge cases. IDGs, APU generator and ground power compete for the transfer buses under the same three rules the jet enforces: no paralleling, last selection wins, nothing connects without pilot intent. Lose a generator in flight and the live side back-feeds through the tie; flip BUS TRANSFER to OFF and the buses isolate. Every annunciator - TRANSFER BUS OFF, SOURCE OFF, GEN OFF BUS, APU GEN OFF BUS, GRD POWER AVAILABLE - reacts to the actual contactor state, not a scripted approximation.
Realtime animated electrical scheme is always available.
Uncompromising Detail
Every rivet, every system, every sound
Study-Level Systems
Custom electrical systems, per-cylinder engine simulation, 175+ failable components
FMOD Sound Design
900+ sound events, real aircraft recordings, layered engine samples
PBR Visuals
Physically Based Rendering with 4K textures, real dirt and wear
X-Plane 12 Native
Built for X-Plane 12's ultra-realistic physics and modern rendering
Milestone-Driven Development
We build our AFL 737 MAX step by step, with full transparency. Track every milestone from 3D modeling to systems integration. Our community sees exactly where we are - no hype, just progress.
Community-First Approach
Your feedback shapes our development priorities.
What Sets Us Apart
A decade of flight simulation excellence.
Custom Failure System
Individually failable components with wear simulation. Can influence each other. Complex failure triggers. Save and Load failure scenarios.
Full ground operations
Step out and walk around your aircraft - check the oil, sample fuel, remove covers, and service the engine. A complete ground operations simulation with terrain collisions, gravity, and climb-on-aircraft mechanics.
Custom Electrical Systems
Plugin-based electrical simulation designed from real aircraft schematics. Every circuit breaker, bus, and relay modeled. Live voltage, amperage, and load distribution across the entire electrical network.
Real Pilot Tested
Flight models consulted with pilots and instructors. Performance correlated with publicly available data. Takeoff, landing, and cruise performance matching reality.
Cross-Platform
Windows, Mac, Linux. X-Plane 12 native with full Apple Silicon support. MSFS products available on the Microsoft Marketplace.
What Simmers Say
Real feedback from the flight sim community
Development News
Follow our journey from code to cockpit
FAQs
Some questions we get asked the most
What is Airfoillabs?
Airfoillabs is a flight simulation software company based in Europe, specializing in study-level aircraft for X-Plane and MSFS. Since 2015, we’ve been building highly detailed aircraft simulations - from the iconic Cessna 172 to the King Air 350 - with custom electrical systems, per-cylinder engine simulation, and flight models developed from publicly available data and validated with real pilots. Our flagship project, the AFL 737 MAX, is currently in development.
When will the AFL 737 MAX be released?
The AFL 737 MAX is in active development with a target of late 2026 for the initial beta release. We follow a transparent, milestone-driven development approach - you can track our progress on the 737 MAX product page. We publish regular development updates on our blog covering systems integration, flight model work, and cockpit fidelity
Where can I purchase your aircraft?
Our X-Plane aircraft (C172 NG Digital, C172 NG Analog, and King Air 350) are available on the X-Plane.org Store. The Bristell B23 is available on the Microsoft Flight Simulator Marketplace for $24.99. Visit our Products page for direct links to each product.
Do your products work on X-Plane 12?
Yes. The C172 NG Digital, C172 NG Analog, and King Air 350 have all been rebuilt for X-Plane 12 with new flight models, updated 3D models, and full compatibility with X-Plane 12's rendering and physics engine. The upcoming AFL 737 MAX is being developed natively for X-Plane 12.
How can I support the 737 MAX development?
There are several ways to support us: donate directly to accelerate development, join our newsletter to follow the journey, or spread the word in the flight sim community. Every bit of support helps us bring the 737 MAX to virtual skies.
Airfoillabs also provides professional engineering services - see Pro Services.
AFL 737 MAX is an independently developed add-on for X-Plane, not affiliated with or endorsed by any aircraft manufacturer. Full disclaimer