The Hang Gliding Files
Authentic hang gliding simulation for Microsoft Flight Simulator. Hand-crafted glider packages, real-world flying sites, and an extensible system built for the community.
Glider Categories
Each category is a complete, self-contained package. Fly out of the box, then expand with add-ons.
King Post
Classic tubed gliders with a king post and wires. The backbone of hang gliding history.
Topless
High-performance gliders without the king post. Refined aerodynamics for serious pilots.
Single Surface
Entry-level designs with a single surface wing. Simple, light, and forgiving.
Spoiler
Spoiler-controlled gliders with a distinctive handling character.
Rigid Wings
Foot-launchable sailplanes with fixed, three-axis control surfaces. Sailplane-level performance in a foot-launch package.
MSFS 2020
Try hang gliding simulation with no cost. Our MSFS 2020 packages are free — a complete introduction to this unique form of flight. One or two models per category, fully flyable.
MSFS 2024
The full experience. Modular, extensible glider packages with variants, liveries, custom flying sites, and mission packages. Available via one-time purchase or Patreon.
View 2024 packages →Support the Project
Patreon supporters get access to all MSFS 2024 packages as part of their membership. Your support funds continued development of new gliders, sites, and missions.
Become a PatronFlying Sites
373 real-world and simulated launch sites. Teleport directly to the ridge.
More Coming
The platform we are building goes well beyond a file library.
Live Flying
SOONSee active pilots on the map. Find and join group flights and competitions in real time.
Flight Records
SOONSite, state, country, and world records by distance, triangle, and altitude.
Flight Replay
SOONUpload your IGC log and replay your flight on an interactive map with task overlay.
Task Library
SOONDownload XCSoar tasks for any site. Fly structured tasks alone or in group events.