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About the Developer

Jean-Pierre Garraio is an airline captain, certified flight instructor, and CRM facilitator with a deep passion for aviation training and human factors in aviation.

With a lifelong enthusiasm for aviation, he has been actively involved in flight simulation since his teenage years, continuously exploring ways to bridge the gap between simulation and real-world pilot training.

He is the sole developer and driving force behind FSiPanel Solutions, the company that created FSiPanel—a tool designed to provide professional-grade flight training for serious simmers and pilots. His dedication ensures that every feature is crafted with precision and a deep understanding of pilot training needs.

 

FSiPanel Software Version History

Explore the journey of FSiPanel from its first release in 2013 to the latest version in 2024. Discover the key features and improvements introduced with each version.
The first version of FSiPanel was released in 2013 and distributed by Flight1.com. It was designed for FSX and supported popular aircraft add-ons, including the PMDG 737, PMDG 747, PMDG 777, and the Level-D 767. Shortly after its release, FroogleSim, a well-known and respected YouTube content creator, made the first-ever review of FSiPanel v1, helping to introduce the software to the flight simulation community. See the Review by FroogleSim!

Building on the success of its predecessor, FSiPanel 2017 introduced enhanced features and expanded aircraft compatibility, bringing a new level of realism to flight training.

This version supported FSX, FSX: Steam Edition, and Prepar3D (P3D), providing seamless integration with some of the most advanced aircraft add-ons available at the time. Supported aircraft included:

  • PMDG 737, PMDG 747, PMDG 777
  • FSLabs A320-X
  • Majestic Dash 8 Q400
  • Aerosoft CRJ Series

With improved automation, advanced approach setups, and optimized performance, FSiPanel 2017 made quick approach training more intuitive and efficient for serious simmers and professional pilots alike.

This version marked a significant technological leap, laying the groundwork for future innovations in FSiPanel 2020 and 2024.

FSiPanel 2020 – A Major Leap in Realism & Training

With FSiPanel 2020, the software took a huge step forward by introducing a new method to reposition aircraft, enhanced training tools, and deeper system integrations, making it the most advanced version yet.

🔹 Revolutionary Aircraft Positioning
Unlike previous versions, FSiPanel 2020 introduced a more precise and seamless way to reposition aircraft, ensuring they were trimmed, configured, and stabilized before the pilot took control. This provided a smooth transition into approach training without disrupting aircraft systems.

🔹 Training Scenarios – Full Flight ATC Guidance
For the first time, users could experience ATC-guided flights from clearance to parking at their destination. These real-world-inspired training scenarios created a structured environment for practicing standard operations, with or without system failures for added realism.

🔹 Advanced Failure Panel – Master Emergency Handling
🔹 Cockpit Flows – Your Virtual Co-Pilot
🔹 Quick Traffic Patterns – Train in Minutes

With automation, precision, and realism, FSiPanel 2020 became the ultimate training platform for serious flight simmers and professional pilots.

FSiPanel 2024 – The Most Advanced Flight Training Tool Yet

Our latest version, designed for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, takes training realism to new heights.

For the first time, helicopter support is introduced, allowing pilots to start their flights static anywhere, making it perfect for precision landing practice, off-airport operations, and specialized training scenarios.

 

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