Hot Start

Hot Start (created by renowned developers Saso Kiselkov and Goran Matovina) is widely recognized as one of the most technologically advanced development teams in consumer flight simulation. Known for setting industry benchmarks, Hot Start builds aircraft where every switch, circuit breaker, electrical wire, and hydraulic line is simulated down to the physical component level.

Their flagship release, the Take Command!: Challenger 650 for X-Plane, is celebrated as one of the most comprehensive business jet simulations ever built. Beyond its full Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite and exact aerodynamic handling, it features an interactive operational environment—including ground operations, de-icing procedures, FBO pre-flight duties, and passenger management. The Challenger 650 is the only aircraft in flight simulation where you can fly with real-world, virtual passengers onboard.

Hot Start is also famous for their Take Command!: TBM 900, which introduced true thermodynamic PT6 engine modeling, progressive wear-and-tear maintenance, and custom high-speed avionics threading. While they distribute exclusively through the X-Aviation store and coordinate support via Discord, Hot Start remains an essential studio for any simmer seeking uncompromising fidelity.