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RealFlight Trainer Edition FAQ

Does RealFlight Trainer Edition work on a Mac?

RF Trainer Edition is built around DirectX, which is only available for Windows. Many customers report successfully running RealFlight on a Mac when they dual-boot into Windows with software such as Boot Camp. Any computer that meets (or exceeds) the System Requirements and is running Windows should run RealFlight.

System Requirements

Minimum Recommended System:

Some graphical features may be disabled. Aerodynamic calculations will remain high quality.

  • Windows® 7 or Windows 8 or Windows 10*
  • *Administrator access required.
  • Intel® Pentium® 1.0GHz or equivalent
  • 512 MB RAM
  • 2 GB Hard Drive Space
  • Internet connection required to download the SteamĀ® Client and RealFlight Trainer Edition software
  • 3D Accelerated Video with:
    • 32 MB Dedicated Video Memory
    • Full DirectX 9 compliant (Shader Model 2.0 or better)
  • InterLink DX, RealFlight® compatible controller, or other Gamepad/Joystick

Internet connectivity required for activation and to download additional content and updates.

Optimal System:

For best graphical performance

  • Dual Core 2.4GHz CPU
  • 2 GB RAM
  • 3D Accelerated Video with: 512 MB dedicated video memory

InterLink® DX Controller:

  • USB 2.0 Port
  • Compatible FM or FM-selectable transmitter (if using the interface mode)
  • Note: Connectors and adapters are available separately for use with the InterLink DX that will make it compatible with the trainer jacks on most Futaba®, Tactic® and all JR®, Spektrum® and Tower Hobbies® systems.

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