RealFlight Trainer Edition

RC flight simulator for practicing plane and helicopter controls

Horizon Hobby, LLC · Released Aug 13, 2020

Reviews: Very Positive; 88% of 545
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 40; right now
Steam Deck: Unsupported
Last update: 1 month ago; Jul 24, 2026

What is RealFlight Trainer Edition?

From a first-person field view, this training-focused RC flight simulator has you control model airplanes and helicopters at simulated flying sites. It begins with eight trainer aircraft, with more aircraft and locations unlocked by logging flight time.

For you if...

+you want low-risk practice before flying real RC aircraft
+you enjoy skill-focused simulation with a learning curve
+you want both airplane and helicopter training

Not for you if...

−you want arcade flight action instead of focused training
−you dislike unlocking content through logged flight time

What players say

88% of 545 reviews are positive

Players praise the stick-and-rudder practice, saying it helps them learn basic RC control before risking a physical model. Common complaints involve transmitters not being recognized, limited content, and unclear access to some controls or training steps.

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RealFlight Trainer Edition system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows 10 or 11
Processor: Intel or AMD processor
Graphics: Full DirectX 11 compliant
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Storage: 15 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11
Notes: Some graphics settings may be reduced. Physics still runs at full fidelity.