Discover the Google Earth flight simulator
03 Jul 2009
There is a basic flight simulator included in Google Earth for those who want an alternative means of getting around.
Either click on the Tools menu and select Enter Flight Simulator or press the Ctrl, Alt and A keys at the same time.
Mac users should press the Apple key instead of Ctrl. There is a choice between a fast F16 fighter or a slower propeller aircraft.
The flight simulator can start from the current location or from a selection of famous airports. It can also use a joystick if there is one connected to the computer, otherwise a full list of keyboard commands can be found by clicking on the help button.
A basic Head Up Display shows the direction, speed and height information. Don’t worry about crashing, as the simulator just offers to start again from that location.
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