Requesting a dedicated World Update for Africa to enhance terrain, landmarks, and aviation infrastructure across the continent. Africa is currently underrepresented in MSFS compared to other regions, despite its vast diversity of landscapes, cultures, and aviation history. A focused update would bring significant value to the simulator community.
Wishlist Items:
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Terrain & Photogrammetry: Improved DEM data for major mountain ranges (Atlas, Kilimanjaro, Drakensberg, Rwenzori). Enhanced coastlines and deserts (Sahara, Namib, Kalahari).
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Landmarks & Cities: Key cultural and historical landmarks (Pyramids of Giza, Timbuktu, Victoria Falls, Table Mountain, Lalibela churches). Photogrammetry for major cities (Cairo, Lagos, Johannesburg, Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Casablanca).
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Airports: Hand‑crafted airports for major hubs (Johannesburg OR Tambo, Cairo International, Addis Ababa Bole, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta, Casablanca Mohammed V, Lagos Murtala Muhammed). Regional highlights like Kilimanjaro, Marrakech, Dakar, Cape Town.
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Bush & Safari Aviation: Enhanced small airstrips and safari lodges in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa. Support for bush flying missions and wildlife tourism.
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Cultural & Environmental Assets: Unique architecture styles, improved vegetation biomes (savannah, rainforest, desert), wildlife models (elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras).
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Career Mode Integration: Contracts and missions tied to African aviation themes (humanitarian flights, safari tours, cargo runs to remote strips).
Impact:
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Expands simulator coverage to a continent rich in aviation and cultural heritage.
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Provides new opportunities for bush flying, long‑haul routes, and career missions.
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Strengthens global immersion and representation in MSFS2024.
Priority: High – Africa is one of the least represented continents in current MSFS world updates.
