Getting Started with FlyAround

Table of contents

  1. What is FlyAround?
  2. System Requirements
  3. First Launch & Login
  4. Main Navigation
  5. Connection Status
  6. Dark / Light Theme
  7. App Version & Updates
  8. Language
  9. Next Steps

What is FlyAround?

FlyAround is a virtual airline management platform designed for Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) and X-Plane. It adds a full logistics layer to your sim — flight planning, cargo/passenger loading, real-time tracking, logbook keeping, and more — all from a desktop app that runs alongside your simulator.

System Requirements

  • Windows PC with Microsoft Flight Simulator or X-Plane installed
  • FlyAround desktop app
  • Active internet connection
  • A FlyAround account

First Launch & Login

  1. Start the FlyAround desktop application.
  2. You will see the Login screen. Enter your credentials to authenticate.
  3. After login, the app loads your pilot profile and settings, and you’re ready to fly.

The main menu is accessed via the hamburger icon (☰) in the top-left corner. It contains:

Menu Item Description
Live Map View real-time global flight tracking
Activity Activity feed and pilot community list
Hangar Manage your aircraft fleet
Logbook Review your completed flight history
Settings Configure the application

At the top of the menu you will also see your pilot profile summary:

  • Pilot nickname and avatar
  • Total flights, flight hours, and distance traveled

Use the edit icon next to your name to open profile settings.

Connection Status

The FS Connection indicator in the navigation bar shows whether FlyAround is communicating with your running simulator:

Indicator Meaning
Green Connected and receiving data
Yellow / Amber Connection degraded or reconnecting
No indicator Not connected

FlyAround requires the simulator to be running for flight tracking features to work.

Dark / Light Theme

Use the theme toggle in the main menu to switch between light and dark mode.

App Version & Updates

FlyAround checks for a new version on startup. If an update is available, a notification appears with release notes and a download link. Keep the app updated to access the latest features.

Language

FlyAround supports multiple languages: English, German, Spanish, and French. The app language is derived from your system/browser locale setting.

Next Steps