In their in-house forum PMDG’s Robert Randazzo has provided a substantial update on their product lineup, with significant progress across multiple aircraft and their transition to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

777-200ER Development

• Beta testing continues with focus on engine performance validation
• Detailed tuning of three engine variants (PW, GE, RR) with unique sound packages
• Simultaneous release planned for both MSFS 2020 and 2024
• Will include 30+ liveries and integration with PMDG Operations Center 3.0
• Release date is set internally but not yet announced publicly

777-300ER and 777F Updates

• Upcoming updates will include fixes and improvements
• Enhanced sound environment across the 777 family
• MSFS 2024 compatibility being added
• Free upgrade to MSFS 2024 version for existing owners

DC-6 Progress

• Previous performance issues in MSFS 2024 have been resolved
• Lighting and illumination systems being adapted for MSFS 2024
• Moving toward beta testing phase
• Free upgrade path for existing owners

737 Status

• Early stages of MSFS 2024 evaluation
• New cabin model integration in progress
• Sound environment being re-engineered
• MAX variant development temporarily paused due to enterprise project commitments

747 Development Highlights

• Active development on both Classic and -400 variants
• Flight Engineer panel systems integration underway
• Implementation of adaptive crew automation system
• Detailed modeling revealed for landing gear assemblies
• Planned variants include 747-100, -200B, -SP, -300, -400, and -8
• Being developed primarily for MSFS 2024
• MSFS 2020 compatibility still under consideration

Key Technical Features

• Comprehensive crew automation system allowing various levels of assistance
• Enhanced visual fidelity, particularly in the 747 program
• New sound engineering across multiple aircraft
• Integration with updated PMDG Operations Center

The update demonstrates PMDG’s commitment to supporting both MSFS 2020 and 2024 platforms while continuing to enhance their existing product line.