Checking for updates? No, we're way past that

[Chewwy94]

Hi @BoeingPilot8795,

I can assure you that there are no default generic replies here. So far users who have reported this issue in recent days have been able to get past the Checking For Updates screen by manually syncing their Date and Time. I’ve responded to a number of users on this post asking for them to test the same to see if this helps! If it isn’t helping you, you can see our online Zendesk portal for more troubleshooting steps that may help:

How to get past the “Checking for Updates” screen – Microsoft Flight Simulator Support (zendesk.com)

How to fix loading issues after clicking “Play” – Microsoft Flight Simulator Support (zendesk.com)

As also noted earlier on today in this thread, I have escalated this for investigation:

@Chewwy94

We are aware of the increase in reports from users experiencing this issue, and I have escalated it for investigation.

Thanks
The MSFS Team