First flown in 1963 and entering airline service in 1964, the Boeing 727-100 helped define the early jet era. It was built for real-world flexibility. You get the distinctive trijet layout with the S-duct, strong low-speed performance from its high-lift wing, and the practical built-in airstair for airports with limited ground support. Later, it proved just as capable in freight operations. That mix is exactly why the 727 remains a favourite for pilots and simmers who enjoy classic, hands-on jet flying.

The FlightSim Studio Boeing 727-100 Series brings that experience to Microsoft Flight Simulator in three variants. You get the Passenger, the Freighter, and the upgraded Super 27-100 Passenger. Expect a cockpit that rewards good procedures and proper energy management, with a workload that feels authentic without becoming frustrating.

Highlighted Features:

• Three included variants: 727-100 Passenger, 727-100 Freighter, Super 27-100 Passenger
• Full classic cockpit workflow with a dedicated Flight Engineer station
• Integrated EFB or Clipboard for load management and performance tools
• Navigation options for different eras including classic radio navigation, INS-style navigation, and modern GPS setups
• Variant-specific focus with airline operations on the Passenger model and cargo ops emphasis on the freighters
• Animated ground services including boarding and GPU connection
• Customizable night lighting, either crew-controlled or automatic by flight phase
• Cabin crew simulation with authentic announcements and ambient passenger sounds
• Cockpit adapted to the 727-100 specifications and layout
• Electronic Flight Bag (EFB), including SimBrief integration & performance calculation
• Extensive livery collection
• MSFS 2020 native with MSFS 2024 compatibility

Detailed Exterior

• Detailed PBR textures
• 3D lighting
• Adapted JT8D-9 engine inlet (middle) & exhaust (without hush-kit)
• Stairs and Ground Power Unit
• Custom liveries
  • 727-100 Passenger
    • Varig
    • United Airlines
    • TWA
    • TAP
    • Philippine Airlines
    • Mexicana
    • Lufthansa
    • Korean Air
    • Jetair
    • Japan Airlines
    • Germania
    • Eastern Airlines
    • Ansett Australia
    • American Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines
  • 727-100 Freighter
    • UPS
    • LAS Cargo
    • HeavyLift
    • FedEx
    • Evergreen
    • European Air Transport
    • DHL
  • Super 27-100 Passenger
    • M-FAHD
    • VP-BAP

Detailed Interior

• Complete cockpit, adapted to significant 727-100 differences
• Plenty of cockpit interactions like checklists, windows, etc.
• Custom cabin with business and tourist class as well as cargo hold
• Cabin crew simulation with custom sounds and interaction (Passenger)
• Custom night lighting, which can be controlled manually or by the cabin crew, based on the flight phase

Flight Dynamics

• Done by a real pilot with tons of data references

Electronic Flight Bag aka Clipboard

• Interactive Weight & Balance menu incl. SimBrief import
• Takeoff/Landing performance calculation
• Descent calculator
• Passenger version EFB options
• Various aircraft options

Comprehensive Systems

• Full-featured Flight Engineer panel
• Custom SP-150 autopilot
• Electronic Flight Information System – Honeywell (Super 27-100)
• Many custom logics, e.g. electrical logic for APU, GPU, GEN including generator paralleling and sync lights system

Navigation Options

• Classic: Radio navigation with independent 1/2 sources (AP coupled)
• Retro: Custom simulated CIVA INS (AP coupled)
• Modern Standard: GNS530 (AP coupled) by Working Title with latest feature set
• Modern Real: GNS-XLS with advisory VNAV
• Futuristic: PMS GTN750 & TDS GTNXi (separate products)

Soundset

• Realistic replica of the JT8D-9 & -217 characteristics
• Immersive interior soundscape
• Cabin announcements and passenger chatter (Passenger)

Easy Entry Menu (Crew Manager)

• Automatic checklist flows
• Automatic monitoring of systems (e.g. fuel feed, packs temperature, etc.)