Flight sim fans will be pleased to learn that the next game in series - Flight Simulator X - has now gone gold and will be available on October 13th.

With this 10th addition to the "Flight Simulator" franchise from ACES Studio, gamers can immerse themselves in a beautifully rich and realistic world that offers a completely new and innovative gaming experience. With the addition of more than 50 missions, "Flight Simulator X" is more than just a simulator, challenging aviators to beat the clock in the infamous Red Bull air races or to drop relief materials in exotic locations. Through increased online game capabilities, gamers can also choose their role, from air-traffic controller to pilot or co-pilot, as they interact with other aviators worldwide.

More at http://www.microsoft.com/games/pc/flightsimulatorx.aspx