Amazing but true: Google has hidden a mini flight simulator within Google Earth. To access it for the first time, hit CTRL+Alt+A in Windows or Command+Option+A on the Mac.
You need the latest version of Google Earth and I needed to be over the US to get the window to pop up. What you should see in that window is a choice of two planes - the F16 and the SR22.
Once you’ve accessed it for the first time, you can return to the simulator by hitting Tools, then Enter Flight Simulator. The controls are keyboard and mouse and while it’s limited in scope, it’s still a lot of fun.
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Oh wow this is really fun! I would love how to fly a plane, now!
Thanks for hipping me to this!
You’re welcome Myra! Enjoy your flight training thanks to Google
that takes me back to the days of the hidden flight sim in Excel 97