[Massive Simulations 32] Warbirds Wednesday – Korean War Props Over Northern Spain 
| 14 October 2026
Korean War Legends Take to the Skies Over Spain!
Massive Simulations 32 (MS32), Australia’s largest online community flying group, invites the Microsoft Flight Simulator community to join us for another exciting Warbirds Wednesday adventure!
This week, we’re giving the jets a well-earned rest and bringing out some of the magnificent piston-powered warbirds that served during the Korean War.
Our aircraft of choice include the Douglas A-1 Skyraider, Hawker Sea Fury, Vought Corsair and North American F-51D Mustang.
We’ll be exploring the rugged northern coastline of Spain before turning inland for some spectacular low-level flying through the hills and countryside.
With a target ground speed of 250 knots (approximately 290 mph) and a maximum altitude of 5,000 feet above sea level, this promises to be a fantastic low-and-fast warbird adventure!
Whether you’re a dedicated military aviation enthusiast or simply enjoy flying historic aircraft with others, we’d love to have you join us.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Event: MS32 Warbirds Wednesday
Location: Northern Spain
Simulator: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Target Ground Speed: 250 knots / 290 mph
Maximum Altitude: 5,000 ft ASL
Aircraft Theme: Korean War-era piston-powered warbirds
Simulator Settings:
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Time: Live Time
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Weather: Live Weather, provided conditions don’t significantly affect enjoyment of the flight
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Assistance → G-Tolerance: Jet Pilot
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Assistance → G-Suits: OFF
Departure time, multiplayer server and any additional coordination details will be available through our Discord community.
FLIGHT ROUTE – NORTHERN SPAIN
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LEG 1 – THE BAY OF BISCAY
Bilbao (LEBB) → Foronda (LEVT)
Distance: 197 nautical miles
We’ll depart from the Asobo-enhanced Bilbao Airport (LEBB) and head out to explore the spectacular coastline along the Bay of Biscay.
Expect rugged coastal scenery, rolling hills and some excellent opportunities for low-level formation flying.
After following the coastline, we’ll loop back inland towards Foronda Airport (LEVT), just outside Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Coffee Break at Foronda (LEVT)
Time to park the warbirds, grab a coffee and regroup before our second leg!
### LEG 2 – INLAND TO THE PYRENEES
Foronda (LEVT) → Monflorite-Alcalá (LEHC)
Distance: 214 nautical miles
After our break, we’ll remain inland, exploring the Spanish countryside and checking out several points of interest along the way.
Our route takes us past the historic city of Pamplona, before continuing towards the foothills of the Pyrenees.
We’ll finish our adventure at Monflorite-Alcalá Airport (LEHC), just outside Huesca, with the impressive Pyrenees providing a spectacular backdrop.
Total Planned Distance: 411 nautical miles
SUGGESTED AIRCRAFT
This week’s theme focuses on piston-powered warbirds that saw service during the Korean War.
Douglas A-1H Skyraider
Payware – Miltech / Blackbird
A powerful ground-attack aircraft with incredible endurance and a distinctive radial engine.
Hawker Sea Fury
Freeware – DSD Simulations
One of the fastest piston-engine fighters ever built, and more than capable of keeping up with the group.
Vought FG-1D Corsair
Payware – Blackbird Simulations (formerly Milviz)
The unmistakable bent-wing fighter that continued its distinguished service into the Korean War.
North American F-51D Mustang
Included with MSFS 2024
The legendary Mustang, which continued serving in the ground-attack role during the Korean conflict.
Pilots are encouraged to select one of these aircraft to maintain the historical theme and target cruise performance.
IMPORTANT PILOT PREPARATION NOTES
A little aircraft preparation will go a long way towards making this flight enjoyable!
Douglas A-1H Skyraider
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No external fuel tanks are required.
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Fill the internal fuel tank completely, as it defaults to 50%.
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Engine and propeller damage are enabled by default.
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Damage cannot be repaired without restarting the flight.
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Disabling engine and propeller damage is highly recommended.
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Both settings can be disabled using the Beacon Audio switch on the far left of the front instrument panel.
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The aircraft manual is available online rather than as a PDF.
Hawker Sea Fury
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No external fuel is required.
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Fill all internal fuel tanks, which default to 50%.
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This is the fastest of the suggested aircraft.
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The Sea Fury can comfortably exceed 350 knots, so pilots may need to manage their speed to remain with the group.
Vought FG-1D Corsair
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Internal fuel is sufficient for the planned legs.
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The aircraft defaults with three external drop tanks fitted and 50% fuel.
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Remove the drop tanks to reduce drag and improve speed.
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Fill the internal tank completely.
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Engine and propeller damage are modelled and cannot be disabled or repaired during the flight.
Be careful with engine management in the Corsair!
North American F-51D Mustang
The standard MSFS Mustang represents a modernised, lightweight racing-style aircraft with boosted performance.
For a more authentic experience, the RandallSnow Mustang Improvement Mod is highly recommended.
This modification brings the aircraft closer to late-WWII/Korean War specifications, improves the flight model and enables more functional aircraft systems.
With the improvement mod installed:
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External drop tanks are fitted by default.
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Per-livery state saving may remember previously removed tanks.
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Internal fuel normally includes full wing tanks and a small amount in the fuselage tank.
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This is more than sufficient for each leg.
The Echo19 Mustang Sound Pack is also highly recommended for pilots looking for an enhanced audio experience.
OPTIONAL SCENERY ENHANCEMENTS
The flight can be completed using standard MSFS 2024 scenery, but there are a few optional additions worth considering.
Mamu Design – Powerlines and Solar Farms
Highly recommended for this region, adding extra detail to the landscape during our low-level flying through the hills.
Bilbao Airport (LEBB)
Already enhanced by Asobo, so no additional airport scenery is required.
Foronda Airport (LEVT)
No specific scenery add-on has been identified for our coffee stop.
Monflorite-Alcalá Airport (LEHC)
A 2024-compatible freeware scenery enhancement is available for pilots who would like additional detail at our final destination.
All scenery additions are optional.
WHO ARE MASSIVE SIMULATIONS 32?
Massive Simulations 32 (MS32) is Australia’s largest online community flying group, with a global reach and organised multiplayer flights every day of the week!
We’re a friendly international community of flight simulation enthusiasts who love bringing people together through a shared passion for aviation.
Our regular events include:
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Warbirds Wednesday – Historic military aviation adventures
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Bush Club – Backcountry flying and challenging airstrips
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Helicopter flights – Scenic exploration and rotary-wing adventures -
Airliner Thursday – Multiplayer mini fly-ins
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Airliner World Tours – Exploring the world together -
General aviation and community group flights
Although we’re proudly Australian, we welcome pilots from every corner of the globe.
Whether you’re new to Microsoft Flight Simulator or have thousands of virtual flying hours, you’ll find a welcoming group of like-minded aviation enthusiasts.
We fly together seven days a week!
JOIN THE MS32 DISCORD!
Interested in flying with us?
Everyone is welcome!
Join our Discord community for flight plans, departure times, multiplayer server information, event announcements and group voice communications.
Join Massive Simulations 32:
If you’re joining us for the first time, come and introduce yourself. Our members will be happy to help you get set up and ready to fly.
READY FOR SOME LOW-LEVEL WARBIRD ACTION?
Four legendary aircraft.
Two scenic legs.
411 nautical miles across northern Spain.
From the rugged Bay of Biscay coastline to the foothills of the Pyrenees, this week’s Warbirds Wednesday promises an exciting mix of historic aircraft, beautiful scenery and great company.
Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Korean War Piston-Powered Warbirds
Bilbao → Foronda → Monflorite-Alcalá
250 Knots Ground Speed
Maximum 5,000 ft ASL
Fire up those big piston engines, check your fuel and join us for another fantastic MS32 adventure!
FLY TOGETHER, FLY MASSIVE
See you over northern Spain!
Join us: Massive Simulations 32
