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ASP6 Released!!!
Active Sky P3D v6 has been officially released and is now available! This new product integrates specifically with the new Prepar3D v6 platform, taking advantage of its new atmospheric engine and various graphical and lighting improvements to provide an enhanced and comprehensive weather experience. ASP6 includes the Active Sky advanced weather engine, proprietary HiFi DataNet[…]
ASP6 Update 090123 Posted
This latest update is the release candidate for ASP6, and includes some fixes for networked installations. All ASP6 Early Access users should get the update now at our downloads page! Changelog Update 090123 Installation process fixes affecting network and new installations Update 082523 Fixes for automatic version support Update 082023 Added P3D v6 6.0.30+ and[…]
ASXP12 Update B8583
The beta version of B8583 has been posted as official on July 18, 2023. If you’ve already updated to 8583 there is no need to update again. Beta Update B8583 has been posted for ASXP12. Thanks for the continued feedback! Get it now from our downloads page! Update 070223 Improved smoothing of turbulence effect when[…]
Active Sky P3D v6 Now Available!
Active Sky P3D v6 integrates specifically with the new Prepar3D v6 platform, taking advantage of its new atmospheric engine and various graphical and lighting improvements to provide an enhanced and comprehensive weather experience. ASP6 includes the Active Sky advanced weather engine, proprietary HiFi DataNet weather network, flight planning and briefing features, mapping, historical weather with[…]
ASP3D B8557 Posted
B8557 has been posted, replacing the previous B8538. This solves a P3D 5.3.17 compatibility issue and becomes the new official build for ASP3D. All users should update ASAP. Download now from our downloads page! Changelog: Update – June 6, 2023 – [06/06/23] Fixed issue with previous 8538 build and P3D 5.3.17 compatibility (P3D Connector Logging[…]
ASXP Update B8546 Posted Officially
A new update for ASXP (X-Plane 11) is now available at our downloads page. This is a mandatory update for all ASXP users as it incorporates new network/connection changes required for updated compatibility and security. Please update ASXP ASAP, as older versions will soon be unavailable for online access. See the changelog below: Update 052623[…]
Active Sky XP 12 Released!
ASXP12 brings Active Sky to the X-Plane 12 platform using its new weather and sdk capabilities, enabling highly accurate weather conditions, comprehensive weather reporting, visual weather mapping and planning, specialized XP12 air effects, voice weather delivery, weather briefings, and much, much more! ASXP12 utilizes the latest version of the HiFi DataNet cloud-based weather network, featuring[…]
ASXP12 RC#4 Posted
Release Candidate #4 has been posted. Additional fixes included. Thanks for the participation everyone! NOTE: To claim and confirm your FREE UPGRADE from ASXP to ASXP12, please install and LOGIN RC2 or later PRIOR to May 19, 2023. The FREE UPGRADE expires after this date. Please proceed to the downloads page to download RC3. Changelog[…]
Network changes and online availability
Due to various reasons including unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, we are required to adjust our network infrastructure. These adjustments will increase efficiency, help manage costs, and enable us to maintain, support, and develop on current-generation platforms. As part of this, effective immediately, online network resources have been retired for previously-retired products including ASE, ASA,[…]
ASXP12 Open Beta 1 Now Posted
All ASXP users are invited to participate in the OPEN BETA of ASXP12, now supporting X-Plane 12. See our ASXP12 product page for more information!
Products
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Active Sky P3D v6
EUR39.99
- Officially Released!
- Integrates with Prepar3D v6's new atmospheric engine
- Compatible with volumetric and legacy clouds
- Advanced weather for Prepar3D v6!
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Active Sky XP 12
EUR39.99
- X-Plane 12 integration, Air effects and more
- Requires X-Plane 12.04 or later
- Requires Windows 7 or later, 64-bit Version
- Advanced weather for X-Plane 12!
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Active Sky XP
EUR29.99
- Air Effects including turbulence and drafts
- Requires X-Plane 11.26 or later
- Requires Windows 7 or later, 64-bit Version
- Advanced weather for X-Plane 11!
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ActiveSky P3D
EUR39.99
- Supports P3D v4.5 HF3+ and P3D v5.0 HF2+ (includes 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4 with latest hotfixes)
- Includes EA-mode integration features (check details for limitations)
- Includes advanced radar, air effects and more
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Active Sky Cloud Art
EUR19.99
- Real-Time Texture Dynamics (requires AS16 / ASP4 / ASP3D)
- Realistic Cloud and Sky Textures
- Brand new 3D Cloud Structures with many variations
- Supports P3D v3, P3D v4, P3Dv5 (non EA-mode), FSX and FSX:SE
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AS16 for FSX
EUR29.99
- Compatible with FSX Boxed and FSX:Steam Edition
- In-Cloud Motion Effects
- XGauge Wx + Airborne Radar Simulation
- Advanced Weather Engine for the FSX Platform
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About US
Refining Weather Accuracy and Realism since 2000!
Active Sky is a comprehensive weather simulation engine for FSX, P3D and now the X-Plane desktop flight simulator platforms. Over 20 years in development, Active Sky continues its ongoing journey in an ongoing quest to improve the simulated aviation weather experience for everyone. HiFi is comprised of pilots, programmers and artists who share a common passion for aviation, weather and simulation. We strive for the most realistic weather experience possible, always prioritizing function and fidelity above all else. We love what we do and thank all our customers and supporters for enabling us to continue to improve and expand Active Sky!
Innovation
We push the boundaries of what is possible
Integrity
Our values include honesty, openness and collaboration
Customer Focused
Our customers enable us to do what we love, and we do whatever we can to give them the best experience possible
Commitment
We are committed to always improving our products, our company, and our customer service