Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: How to Start a Company New

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Microsoft Flight Simulator

Comprehensive Guide to Starting and Managing Companies in MSFS 2024

Career Mode in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 introduces an exciting layer of depth by allowing players to manage aviation companies. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the “Companies” system, grow your aviation empire, and maximize your passive income.

Getting Started with Career Mode

  1. Earn a Commercial Pilot License (CPL):
    • Obtain your Private Pilot License (PPL):
      • Go to Headquarters > Certifications and take the first piloting exam.
      • The test involves a simple takeoff, flight, and landing.
    • Earn the Commercial Pilot License (CPL):
      • Complete a short charter mission to unlock this advanced certification.
  2. Qualify for a Specialization:
    • Specializations are tied to themed missions, such as aerial firefighting or cargo hauling.
    • Gain endorsements (e.g., Scoop Endorsement) by completing these missions.
  3. Increase Your Reputation:
    • Complete missions with high scores to improve your Reputation to A- or S-level.
    • Reputation unlocks access to better companies and aircraft.

Starting Your First Company

  1. Purchase a Company License:
    • Save at least 1,000 Credits to buy your first company.
    • Go to Headquarters > Companies > Eligible Companies and select a company license.
    • Use the 90% discount on your first company wisely by choosing a high-end option.
  2. Buy an Aircraft:
    • Open the Manage Company menu and select Buy Aircraft.
    • Start with Used Aircraft, which are cheaper but may require repairs.
    • To check maintenance needs:
      • Go to Manage Company > Manage Aircraft > Maintenance for options to repair, repaint, or sell.

Managing and Growing Your Company

  1. Complete Missions:
    • Start with Freelance Missions to minimize expenses and earn direct income.
    • Use the Sim Rate feature to complete missions faster by speeding up time.
  2. Hire a Crew:
    • Purchase a second aircraft for your company.
    • Go to Manage Company, select your spare aircraft, and toggle on Crew Available.
    • AI crews generate passive income by completing missions automatically.
  3. Expand Your Fleet:
    • Reinvest profits to buy more aircraft and hire additional crews.
    • Regularly check Manage Aircraft for maintenance needs to keep your fleet operational.

Earning Passive Income

  • AI crews continue working even when you’re offline.
  • Passive income accrues every 24 hours (based on UTC time zone).
  • Ensure your aircraft are in perfect condition to avoid AI refusal to fly.

Tips for Success

  1. Start Small:
    • Focus on one company and scale up gradually to avoid financial instability.
  2. Prioritize Aircraft Maintenance:
    • Neglecting maintenance can result in malfunctions, costly repairs, or even crashes.
  3. Leverage Freelance Missions:
    • Early-game freelance missions are a steady source of income without company expenses.
  4. Plan for Specializations:
    • Select companies and aircraft that align with your certifications and skills.
  5. Use Discounts Strategically:
    • Apply your 90% first-company discount to a high-value business for maximum long-term profit.

With careful planning, smart investments, and efficient management, you’ll turn your aviation company into a thriving international enterprise. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024’s Career Mode adds a dynamic and rewarding layer to the already immersive simulation experience.