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Latest news and updates from the AirwaySim's Online Airline Game.

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What's New
26-Apr-2026

Changelog: Scheduling 2.0 tweaks

Various small updates, tuning and fixes have been made to the new scheduling page based on feedback and actual usage observations.

There are still some minor updates coming later, but the first version of this new feature is now mostly complete.

See details from the Changelog.

Posted at: 26-Apr-2026
20-Apr-2026

Changelog: Scheduling 2.0 now in use

The new Scheduling page is now in full use, and has replaced the old page as the default page for all scheduling actions.

Some tuning for the user interface and features has also been made based on user feedback (see Changelog for details). The development work will continue later with the planning of the "native 7-day scheduling" concept to routes and scheduling systems.

A few useful tips for the new page:

  • On desktop, the old and new Scheduling pages are broadly similar, but the new page includes several new features and a smoother overall workflow.
  • On mobile, there are two display modes: compact and expanded. The default compact mode lets you view the full weekly schedule of an aircraft at a glance even on a small screen. To see more detail, tap the magnifying glass icon to "zoom into the schedule", then scroll horizontally between weekdays. You can set the default option from settings.
  • The new Buy Airport Slots feature is now available directly on the Scheduling page.
  • Also the new "Swap Schedules" feature is now fully activated, with new smarter turnaround time management, to give you better tools in moving entire schedules between aircraft and even between different fleet groups!
  • Remember to also check Dashboard -> Settings -> Interface Settings -> Scheduling to tune your page layout to your liking.

The old Scheduling page is still available through the navigation for a short transition period as a backup in case you encounter any issues. If you do find any errors, please report them so they can be fixed. And as mentioned, there are also more new features planned to the Scheduling system, so also other minor tuning to the existing features and interface of this new Scheduling page can be done based on your feedback :)

Posted at: 20-Apr-2026
17-Apr-2026

The Modern Times is now open!

The latest round of the popular Modern Times game world is now open! This game lets you take control of your airline in the modern era. You will begin in 2003, as the industry starts to recover, and can manage your airline all the way into 2035.

This game world follows the standard settings for long AirwaySim games:

  • Time span: 2003 - 2035, at 30 minutes per game day.
  • Normal difficulty level, Medium length scenario.
  • All airports worldwide and all aircraft models included.
  • Overall play duration is about 8 months
  • Special rule: The "out of HQ" aircraft limit is disabled (geopolitical limitations are still in force).

If it has been a while since you started at early stages in a major AirwaySim game, here are a few reminders and tips:

  • The game clock is paused for the first day and will start moving after 24 hrs.
  • The used aircraft market will refresh several times during the first static 24 hour day (but you can only make two orders for aircraft during the first day).
  • There is a good supply of used aircraft available to begin with, but the used aircraft market will soon become limited and the popular aircraft types are sold/leased very quickly. Take care when picking the aircraft you plan to use and plan to order aircraft directly from the manufacturers.
  • New aircraft ordering will be available after the time starts to move (= from day 2 of the simulation), but it is of course always recommended to lease several used aircraft to begin with.
  • Be patient with the route sales figures since your Route Image grows slowly. Do not spend all your cash on planes at once, remember to leave a good reserve. It takes time to gain profits and there might be unexpected early problems..
  • Some popular airports will for sure become limited on airport slots soon. This is normal and you should use larger aircraft or other airports in that case. Please remember that slots are only available when the airport infrastructure expands.
  • The passenger demand will grow steadily during the course of the game, and is rather low at the very beginning.
  • Consider joining an alliance from early stages of the game, they are great resources for improving your game play (tips and help from fellow players).
  • Remember to read the AirwaySim Manual to learn more, and join the Discord chat to meet other players!

Welcome to join the latest AirwaySim airline game and have fun!

Posted at: 17-Apr-2026
16-Apr-2026

Changelog: Scheduling updates (in Scheduling v.2.0 Beta)

We have again a long Changelog with a lot of new features and improvements for you to enjoy.

Work has continued with Scheduling v.2.0 and now the Move Schedule functions have been activated to the New Scheduling (Beta) page. This includes a lot of improvements over the previous version, so make sure to check out the Changelog and test the new features. Most notable is the SWAP feature between schedules (even between different fleets).

Usability updates and other tweaks have also been made.

Posted at: 16-Apr-2026
15-Apr-2026

New Beginner's World #2

A new Beginner's World #2 scenario is now open!

Join here: https://www.airwaysim.com/game/#game515

AirwaySim has always two concurrent Beginner's World scenarios running (BW#1 and BW#2). They both use the same settings and same time frame.

Our beginner game series is aimed for all newbies and other players wishing to test different playing styles in an easier environment. Duration of one scenario is always approximately 60 real days. The scenario runs for ~10 game years with a speed of 25 minutes per day, and all of AirwaySim's main features are included in these scenarios.

When a BW scenario ends, a new one will start within a few days. The two scenarios are running in parallel so that there is always one BW scenario start every month.

Posted at: 15-Apr-2026
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