Threshold Monthly Newsletter

July 2024

 

Message from the Editorial Team

Welcome to the fourth newsletter from Threshold!
In July, we wrote 47 news pieces and 3 articles.

It was a pretty slow month in Flight Simulation in General. But we are increasingly busy in our daily lives, so please excuse the late publication of this Newsletter.

This month, we did something new: Our new screenshot Competition, held in our Discord, had a whopping 39 entries! We let the veterans of our Discord server vote for their favourites, and the winner is announced further down in this newsletter. (Subscribers only)

Big Thanks to Aerosoft for sponsoring this month’s prize: The Honeycomb Alpha Yoke!

We also reduced all Aerosoft products in the store by 20% for the next week.

- The Threshold Team

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THIS MONTH’S TOP NEWS STORIES

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Editor’s Choice Article

In this article from 2021, we criticise the practice of some third-party developers using outdated and low-quality marketing materials, such as copied Wikipedia text and low-resolution screenshots, to promote their flight simulation add-ons. We argue that these practices undermine the appeal of the products and highlight the importance of high-quality images and detailed descriptions, using the IXEG 737 Classic as a positive example of effective marketing.

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Top Freeware Of The Month

This month, we're featuring the Manston Airport rendition for Microsoft Flight Simulator, created by Vortex_SD. The airport is located in southeastern England. Sadly, it closed in 2014 but is planned to reopen in 2025. It has served as both a Royal Air Force station and a commercial airport and boasts the 11th longest civilian runway in the UK. With a host of included features and its upcoming reopening, this scenery is definitely worth checking out.

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Sponsored Post

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STORE NEWS

(For MSFS)
Visitors to Denver International Airport are treated to breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains, and a unique atmosphere promoted by Denver International Airport’s award-winning architecture. The most iconic of these being the peaked roof of the Jeppesen terminal, reflective of the snowcapped Rocky Mountains, and the historical Colorado landscape that was once dotted with Native American teepees. Given its size, scenic views, and diverse domestic and international routes, Denver International Airport is an excellent destination, or starting point, for any flight simmer!

KDEN by X-Codr is created with performance in mind, and even though it boasts some incredible detail, it will not hinder your experience in Microsoft FLight Simulator.

This scenery is the product of over two years of development. Some key features are:

  • Highly detailed models and high-resolution textures

  • Custom models for all airport buildings.

  • Custom models for all static ground equipment.

  • All terminal concourses have full 3d interiors in passenger-accessible areas, with numerous POIs (such as aircraft displays hanging from the ceiling).

  • Lite interiors for Jeppesen terminal, GA buildings, and control towers.

  • Photorealistic 3d people throughout the concourses

  • Custom jetways with accurate airline logos where appropriate

The airport includes recent expansions for concourses A, B, and C, and it has the new taxiway EE, north of runway 17R. X-Codr has also included the new Southwest Hangar, and as a whole, the airport is accurate as of early 2024.

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SCREENSHOT COMPETITION WINNER

Screenshot by Blue in our Discord - Won with seven votes

We’re proud to announce that Blue won this month’s Screenshot Competition! Not only did they win the competition, but they also received a FREE HONEYCOMB ALPHA courtesy of our good friends at Aerosoft! To claim your prize, contact CptKitten in Discord.

SVA1038 - 4 votes

RamenSchmoodle - 3 Votes

You can find the complete list of the qualified entries in our forum.

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  • Has a robust passion for flight simulation platforms like X-Plane and Microsoft Flight Simulator, including their extensive addon ecosystems.

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  • Possesses strong business acumen and a deep understanding of the flight simulation market.

  • Has excellent communication and negotiation skills.

  • Is experienced in managing budgets, partnerships, and strategic planning.

  • Is proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

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