MSFS 2020 does not start up after latest update

After the latest update MSFS does not start. I also tried to run in safe mode but have the same result.
The simulator stuck when is loading the flight after I created the flight plan.

It can be any number of things causing this.
Here is a checklist to go through.

If you have used the Google map replacement, uninstall it using it’s uninstaller.
Ensure any third party antivirus programs (Avast, AVG, etc) are shut down.
Ensure you have an open path through the Window’s firewall.
Ensure all Windows updates are installed.
Make sure the time and zone in your PC settings is correct
Sign out of the xbox app on your PC
Shut down Xbox app,
Sign out of MS Store App
Shut down same.
Restart computer
Open and sign into Xbox app.
Open and sign into MSStore.
Reboot computer.
Ensure all addons are removed from the Community folder, and any 3rd party plug-ins such as Navigraph etc., are uninstalled.
Try sim.

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Interesting.

30 minutes ago I finished a flight, then rebooted my computer to prepare for a community flight. I am now stuck on the “Checking for updates” screen.

I read that it lasted for a few hours for another poster. Gonna try some of the suggestions above too. Otherwise I hope to just wait it out.

It worked for me in my situation. Thank you.

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it was the item on the top of the list, google map installed!
Thank you!

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Topic author indicated solution. There are also some other topics discussing loading issues.

See this friendly reminder on the use of map replacement in MSFS: