Google never ceases to amaze us with some of the great toys they provide to us absolutely for free. This time the folks at Google want you to soar like an eagle in their new flight simulator. Yes sir, this great new toy will have you up in the air in no time  and all you have to do is download a free copy of the new Google Earth and hit the runway. A flight controller is required and you will need to calibrate your stick, but once done you are in the air.

Once you have the newest version of Google Earth, do this:

Press the keys CTRL + ALT + A to open the simulator. Most key boards have 2 CTRL and 2 ALT keys so try them both on each side of the keyboard. A simulator screen will open with some options, i.e., the type of plane which is either a  F-16 commonly called a Viper or a SR22 propeller driven aircraft. There is also the option to enable your joystick as well and to select your airport of choice.

Rumor has it that Google may have also embedded some other toys in the new Google Earth, but they are keeping silent, waiting to see if their hidden stuff is discovered. This sounds like a great way to increase the interest in Google Earth and also other Google products.

Enjoy.

Google Earth download can be found here.

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