Please Note: All customers purchasing Real Flight 8 After 15th August 2019 will be able to download the Real Flight 9 Upgrade when available.
RealFlight® is the #1 RC flight simulator in the world. It’s the best tool new RC pilots can use when learning how to fly. It also enables experienced RC pilots to practice new maneuvers and hone their skills so they can become even better pilots.
With 150 different aircraft to fly — including airplanes, helicopters, drones, and more — at over 40 different flying sites, plus the ability to edit aircraft and sites, there’s an almost infinite number of flying options available. Add in game-like challenges that make flight training fun, multiplayer options so you can fly and compete with other pilots online, compatibility with VR headsets, and many, many more features, and you have everything you need to succeed at the field — because you can “fly” and have fun at home!
This Horizon Hobby Edition of RealFlight 8 is what everyone has been asking and waiting for! It adds the exclusive technologies and some of the most popular aircraft from the Best Brands in RC to the #1 RC flight simulator in the world, to deliver an experience you simply can’t find anywhere else.
Over a dozen new aircraft from E-flite®, HobbyZone®, ParkZone®, Hangar 9®, Blade® and more*:
- HobbyZone® Sport Cub S with SAFE® Technology
- E-flite® Apprentice® S 15e with SAFE Technology
- E-flite Timber™ 1.5m with AS3X® and SAFE Select Technologies
- E-flite Timber 1.5m with Floats, AS3X and SAFE Select Technologies
- E-flite Carbon-Z® Cessna 150 2.1m with AS3X and SAFE Select Technologies *
- E-flite F-27 Evolution with AS3X and SAFE Select Technologies *
- E-flite Mini Convergence® VTOL *
- ParkZone® Conscendo™ Advanced with AS3X and SAFE Select Technologies
- Hangar 9® Carbon Cub 15cc *
- Hangar 9 Ultra Stick 30cc
- FMS F-15 Eagle V2 64mm EDF
- Blade® Fusion™ 270 with SAFE Technology *
- Blade Fusion 480
- Shop aircraft featured in RealFlight >>
- * Please be sure to activate and update your RF8 Horizon Hobby Edition online to receive the latest versions of these models.
Features New Horizon Hobby Edition Features:
- Over one dozen new Horizon Hobby aircraft!
- Spektrum™ AS3X® (Artificial Stabilization – 3-aXis) and SAFE® (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technologies
- Improved compatibility with the Spektrum WS1000 wireless simulator dongle (sold separately) for use with compatible DSM2/DSMX equipped transmitters
Additional RealFlight Features:
- Industry-leading True-To-Life™ physics that make every flight more lifelike than any other sim
- A simple and intuitive interface for zero learning curve, zero hassle, and more fun
- More than 150 aircraft including airplanes, helicopters, drones, and more
- Over 40 different flying sites including 3D fields and PhotoFields
- FlexiField™ Site Editor
- The ability to edit and import custom aircraft
- Game-like challenges that make flight training fun and interactive
- Multiplayer options so you can fly with other pilots online
- Compatible with VR headsets, including the Oculus Rift and HTC® Vive™ VR headsets (sold separately)
InterLink-X® Controller Features:
- Exclusive Reset/Rewind button for replaying your victories or resetting after crashes
- Easy and convenient control of most simulator functions right from the controller
- Built-in sliders help drone pilots zero their cameras in for the best shots
- 10-channel capability for effortless control of all available functions
- Prevents wear and tear on your field transmitter
Needed to Complete
- Internet connection for activation and updates
- Spektrum WS1000 wireless USB dongle (recommended) for Horizon Hobby models and transmitters
What's in the Box?
- (1) RealFlight® 8 Horizon Hobby® Edition DVD
- (1) Interlink® X Controller
- (1) Product Manual
System Requirements Minimum Recommended System*:
- Windows® 7 or Windows 8 or Windows 10**
- Intel® Pentium® 1.0GHz or equivalent
- 512 MB RAM
- 10 GB Hard Drive Space
- DVD Drive
- 3D Accelerated Video with:
- 32 MB Dedicated Video Memory
- Fully DirectX® 9 compliant (Shader Model 2.0 or better)
- InterLink-X, RealFlight compatible controller, or other Gamepad/Joystick
- * Some graphical features may be disabled. Aerodynamic calculations will remain high quality
- ** Administrator access required in Windows 10
Optimal System:
- For Best Graphical Performance
- Dual Core 2.4GHz CPU
- 2 GB RAM
- 3D Accelerated Video with: 512 MB dedicated video memory
- Multiplayer Requirements
- Broadband Internet connection
- Computer microphone for voice chat
- InterLink®-X Controller Requirements
- USB Port
- Compatible FM or FM-selectable transmitter (if using the interface mode)
- VR Requirements
- Compatible with some VR sets (available separately). Check manufacturer’s requirements for VR system use.
- Works with both the Oculus Rift and HTC® Vive™ VR headsets
- Online Activation Required
- Internet connectivity required to download additional content and updates.
- Brand: Real Flight
- Part No: RFL1000
- Barcode: 605482280584
- Fitment: Option Part
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I’m thinking of buying the Realflight8 simulator package £208 on your web site.
Do you have a computer spec to operate it, I have a lap top running windows 10, which I have had for some time and need to be sure it would support the software.
A video I’ve seen on the net says the transmitter needs changing from US to UK set up. As a complete novice would this be easy to do?
Asked by Alf Barker on 22nd September 2018
The official requirements are below and are quite basic. Essentially - any modern PC should be fine running this software.
There's no setup to do with the transmitter - just plug and play!
Some graphical features may be disabled. Aerodynamic calculations will remain high quality.
- Windows Vista™ or Windows 7 or Windows 8 or Windows 10*
- *Administrator access required.
- Intel® Pentium® 1.0GHz or equivalent
- 512 MB RAM
- 10 GB Hard Drive Space
- DVD Drive
- 3D Accelerated Video with:
- 32 MB Dedicated Video Memory
- Full DirectX 9 compliant (Shader Model 2.0 or better)
- InterLink-X, RealFlight compatible controller, or other Gamepad/Joystick
Optimal System:
For best graphical performance
- Dual Core 2.4GHz CPU
- 2 GB RAM
- 3D Accelerated Video with: 512 MB dedicated video memory
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Will my Levano 310-15IKB run the latest edition o f Real Flight 8.
Asked by Mike Harris on 25th September 2018
We don't sell IT, so can't advise fully on your particular laptop - however if it's less than 3-5 years old I'm sure it'll be fine.
Please see other Q&A items for the full minimum specs.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Has it got 3D helicopter models on this version or is it just planes?
Asked by Mike on 17th October 2018
Yes, there are lots of 3D helis to choose from too.
The latest list is at
https://www.realflight.com/products/rf8/index.php?moreinfo=aircraft
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Will rf8 flight sim run ok onmy hp laptop windows 10, 3year old solid state drive
Asked by William Browne on 21st October 2018
Yes, that should be fine.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Is this suitable fo 9year old boy
Asked by John Mc Neill on 25th November 2018
Sure, they should be fine using this.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Can the RF8 simulator be operated in Mode 1?
Asked by Frank Grace on 28th November 2018
Yes, we've just checked and you can do this.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Can this disk be used in a PlayStation 4 ? Thanks
Asked by Kitty Watkins on 29th December 2018
It's for windows PCs.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Do you need the wireless dongle if you have the Interlink TRansmitter?
Asked by Ed Goss on 5th January 2019
No, the interlink transmitter will plug into your PC using USB.
The wireless dongle will plug in via USB and communicate with a Spektrum handset.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Hi, I'm a complete noob to rc flying which is why I've ordered this sim from you.
Is the controller purely just for the sim or is it an actual transmitter that can be used for a model?
Asked by Danny on 10th March 2019
This controller is just for the sim - it has a USB cable instead of an antenna.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
I want t to fly R/C model aircraft. I have a Mac Computer and a smart TV. I’ve been looking at the Real Flight R8. Is that okay for beginners and is there anywhere I can see a demonstration and have a lesson?
Kind Regards,
Lloyd
Asked by Lloyd Johnson on 10th March 2019
This will only run on Windows, so you will need to run Windows in either bootcamp or parallels on your Mac.
In terms of demos, we can either show you this instore, or there are a myriad of demo videos on youtube which may be of more benefit
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Does this have settings for novices just learning
Asked by Thomas Barbour on 4th June 2019
Yes, you can fly on these as a complete novice. It's an ideal way to learn without the risk of crashing!
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
Hi duz the rf8 flite sim trinsmiter works on rc planes to or just on the flite sim thanks
Asked by Paul on 29th July 2019
No it has a USB connection to plug into a PC, so will only work with the sim.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
does Real Flight 8-9 run on windows 10? and do you also need a Dongle?
Asked by Maurice Toulson on 4th November 2019
Yes, this works fine on Windows 10.
Yes - you'll need the USB lead plugged in to work.
Answered by: Ben @ Wheelspin Models
