Highly Recommended Payware Add-ons that greatly enhance the PG areas

Landmarks Auckland City Pack ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Why I recommend it: Auckland is the "City of Sails," and this pack finally gives the harbour the attention it deserves. The default photogrammetry here can be very hit-or-miss, but Orbx replaces the key skyline features with high-quality custom models. It is essential for anyone flying the short hop between NZAA and the city.

Key Highlights:

• ✅ Sky Tower: The centerpiece of the city is fully modeled, including animated "SkyJump" and "SkyWalk" people on the observation deck!

• ✅ Mechanics Bay: Includes the Mechanics Bay Heliport (and several landable helipads on skyscrapers), making it a helicopter pilot's dream.

• ✅ The Harbour: Adds hundreds of 3D boats, the Harbour Bridge, and the Port of Auckland cranes to replace the flat satellite imagery.

Performance Note: Moderate impact. The CBD is dense, so you might see a slight dip in FPS if you fly very close to the Sky Tower.

Landmarks Brisbane City Pack ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Why I recommend it: Brisbane is defined by its winding river, and this pack brings that to life. It captures the "River City" vibe perfectly by populating the water with marinas and ferries. It completely transforms the approach into YBBN, replacing the generic auto-gen blocks with the distinct architecture of Queensland's capital.

Key Highlights:

• ✅ The Bridges: Features high-detail models of the Story Bridge, Captain Cook Bridge, and the Gateway Bridge.

• ✅ Sports Stadiums: Includes the famous "Gabba" (Brisbane Cricket Ground) and Suncorp Stadium, which are massive landmarks from the air.

• ✅ Night Lighting: The city skyline at night is spectacular, with custom lighting on the major skyscrapers like the Skytower.

Performance Note: Good. Brisbane is naturally spread out, so this pack runs smoother than the denser European city packs.

Landmarks London City Pack ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Why I recommend it: London is one of the most complex cities in the world to render. While the default sim has photogrammetry, it often looks "melted" up close. This pack surgically replaces hundreds of key landmarks with crisp, hand-made models. If you fly into London City Airport (EGLC), this is mandatory for that steep approach over the Thames.

Key Highlights:

• ✅ The Skyline: Replaces the melted photogrammetry of The Shard, The Gherkin, and the "Walkie Talkie" building with crisp 3D models.

• ✅ Canary Wharf: Completely revitalizes the financial district, which is a major visual waypoint for pilots.

• ✅ Thames Barrier: Includes the iconic flood barriers and HMS Belfast parked on the river.

Performance Note: Heavy. London is the most demanding area in the simulator. Expect lower frame rates here than anywhere else.

Landmarks Melbourne City Pack ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Why I recommend it: Melbourne is a city of sport and culture, and Orbx captures both. The standout feature here is the sporting precinct—flying over the MCG looks incredible. It also fixes the Port of Melbourne area, adding the industrial cranes and shipping containers that are missing from the default scenery.

Key Highlights:

• ✅ The MCG: A highly detailed model of the Melbourne Cricket Ground and the neighboring Rod Laver Arena.

• ✅ Eureka Tower: The gold-plated crown of the Eureka Tower catches the sun perfectly, acting as a great VFR reference point.

• ✅ West Gate Bridge: Replaces the glitchy default bridge with a proper high-span model that you can fly under.

Performance Note: Excellent. One of Orbx's best-optimized city packs. It runs very smoothly.

Cityscape Sydney ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Why I recommend it: Note the name difference: this is a "Cityscape," not just a "Landmarks" pack. That means it covers a much wider area than just the CBD. It fixes the entire Sydney basin, correcting the tree heights, roof colors, and photogrammetry glitches across the suburbs. It makes the famous "Victor 1" coastal VFR route actually flyable.

Key Highlights:

• ✅ The Icons: The definitive versions of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge (you can even see people climbing the bridge!).

• ✅ Coastal Cliffs: Fixes the "melted" cliffs along the coast, making the flight from Bondi to Manly look realistic.

• ✅ Bankstown & Suburbs: Improves the industrial areas around Bankstown Airport, making it much easier to spot the runway on approach.

Performance Note: Moderate. Because it covers such a huge area (the whole basin), it uses more memory than a standard city pack, but FPS remains stable.