Helicopter simulation: the 3 best PC programs

With the right helicopter simulation you can also take off on the PC. In this practical tip we have summarized the best PC programs for you.

1. Helicopter simulation: X-Plane

Simulation: With X-Plane you not only fly helicopters, but mainly airplanes and jets.
Flight behavior: In contrast to other simulators, the X-Plane convinces with a very good and realistic flight behavior.
Add-ons: With the appropriate add-ons you can practice flying with the helicopter. Numerous other add-ons let you customize the game world as you wish.
Price: Unfortunately, X-Plane is comparatively expensive at just under 90 euros.
Conclusion: very good simulation and good flight behavior, unfortunately quite expensive.
Download: X-Plane (fee-based)

Simulation: Flight Simulator X is also not a pure helicopter simulator; here you also have the opportunity to fly large planes and jets.
Flight behavior: Unfortunately, the flight behavior of the simulator remains far behind. Many movements and behaviors are not typical for a helicopter.
Add-ons: The FSX also offers a lot of add-ons with which you can add new helicopters or airports.
Price: With just under 19 euros, the FSX is very cheap.
Conclusion: Inexpensive simulator that misses the flight characteristics.
For download: FSX (fee-based)

Simulation: In this simulator you fly the Russian KA-50 combat helicopter. You can use the flight space over the western Caucasus.
Flight behavior: The DCS Black Shark can also score with a very realistic flight behavior. The detailed presentation of the instruments is also well done.
Add-ons: Unfortunately, the game lacks add-ons. You have to be satisfied with what is on offer here.
Price: You pay around 76 euros for the DCS Black Shark.
Conclusion: good simulation, unfortunately only limited to one helicopter and one world.
Download: DCS Black Shark (fee-based)

If you want to use a customizable and realistic simulator, we recommend X-Plane.
If you are interested in attack helicopters, you should go for the DCS Black Shark.
The FSX is unfortunately not very convincing in terms of reality, but scores with many available add-ons.

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