Overview

The TFDi Design MD-11 Extended Simulation Package expands the standard MD-11 by introducing advanced aircraft ownership and maintenance features designed to simulate real-world airline operations. Extended Simulation adds:

  • Over 160 aircraft failures
  • Circuit breaker functionality
  • Aircraft inspections
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Routine servicing
  • Persistent aircraft wear and tear
  • Failure training and practice modes
  • Maintenance history logging


Unlike the base aircraft, the Extended Simulation package requires you to actively maintain your aircraft’s condition throughout its operational life.


Prerequisites

Before installing Extended Simulation, ensure you have:

  • A licensed copy of the TFDi Design MD-11, purchased via the TFDi Design web-store or a 3rd party partner retailer.
    • The MSFS Marketplace version of the MD-11 is currently not compatible with the Extended Simulation
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 or Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
  • The latest version of the MD-11 installed
  • Your TFDi Design account credentials

Installing the Extended Simulation Package

Download the Installer

Once the installer detects your MD-11 installation:

  • Make sure the XS / Docs box is checked to installed the Extended Simulations module (XS)



  • If the MD-11 is already installed, uncheck the MSFS (2020 version) and FS24 (2024 version) boxes


Verify Installation

After installation you should find:

  • The MD-11 available inside Microsoft Flight Simulator.
  • A desktop shortcut (or Start Menu entry) for the MD-11 Extended Simulation application.


First Launch

Before your first flight:

  1. Start Microsoft Flight Simulator.
  2. Load the TFDI MD-11.
  3. Allow the aircraft to initialize completely.
  4. Launch the Extended Simulation application.

The application communicates directly with the aircraft while the simulator is running.