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Understanding Propeller Torque and P-Factor

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This is an attempt to answer the frequent question "Why is my [[aircraft]] turning left all the time?".

This occurs only in aircraft with propellers at the front of the aircraft, such as [[Cessna 172]]. And yes, it does occur in real life. Four distinct phenomena cause the effect, all causing the aircraft to turn in the same direction. They are:

=== Prop wash ===
A propeller pushes air not just horizontally to the back, but more in a twisting helix around the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuselage fuselage] (clockwise as seen from the cockpit). As the air whirls around the fuselage it pushes against the left side of the vertical tail (assuming it is located above the propeller's axis), causing the plane to yaw to the left. The prop wash effect is at its greatest when the airflow is flowing more around the fuselage than along it, i.e., at high power and low airspeed, which is the situation when starting the takeoff run.

=== Propeller torque effect ===
Torque effect is the influence of engine torque on aircraft movement and control. It is generally exhibited as a left turning tendency in piston single engine propeller driven aircraft.

According to Newton's law, "for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction," such that the propeller, if turning clockwise (when viewed from the cockpit), imparts a tendency for the aircraft to rotate counterclockwise. Since most single engine aircraft have propellers rotating clockwise, they rotate to the left, pushing the left wing down.

Typically, the pilot is expected to counter this force through the control inputs. To counter the aircraft roll left, the pilot applies right aileron.

It is important to understand that torque is a movement about the roll axis. Aileron controls roll. Prop torque is not countered by moving the rudder or by setting rudder trim. It is countered by moving or trimming the aileron.

This correction induces adverse yaw, which is corrected by moving or trimming the rudder (right rudder).

On aircraft with contrarotating propellers (propellers that rotate in opposite directions) the torque from the two propellers cancel each other out, so that no compensation is needed.

Further Reading: [http://www.aerospaceweb.org/question/dynamics/q0015a.shtml Propeller Torque Factor]

=== P-Factor ===
P-factor is the term for asymmetric propeller loading, that causes the airplane to yaw to the left when at high angles of attack.

Assuming a clockwise rotating propeller it is caused by the descending right side of the propeller (as seen from the rear) having a higher angle of attack relative to the oncoming air, and thus generating a higher air flow and thrust than the ascending blade on the left side, which at the other hand will generate less airflow and thrust. This will move the propellers aerodynamic centre to the right of the planes centreline, thus inducing an increasing yaw moment to the left with increasing angle of attack or increasing power. With increasing airspeed and decreasing angle of attack less right rudder will be required to maintain coordinated flight.

This occurs only when the propeller is not meeting the oncoming airflow head-on, for example when an aircraft is moving down the runway at a nose-high attitude (in essence at high angle of attack), as is the case with tail-draggers. Aircraft with tricycle landing gear maintain a level attitude on the takeoff roll run, so there is little P-factor during takeoff roll until lift off.

When having a negative angle of attack the yaw moment will instead be to the right and and left rudder will be required to maintain coordinated flight. However negative angles of attack is rarely encountered in normal flight. In all cases, though, the effect is weaker than prop wash.

=== Gyroscopic Precession ===
This is the tendency of a spinning object to precess or move about its axis when disturbed by a force. The engine and propeller act as a big gyroscope. However, gyroscopic precession is likely to be minimal in a typical aircraft.

Gyroscopic precession is frequently confused with p-factor.

One author maintains p-factor is caused by a combination of factors unrelated to gyroscopic precession http://home.earthlink.net/~x-plane/FAQ-Theory-PFactor.html

== External Links ==
* [http://www.auf.asn.au/groundschool/umodule11.html#tophenomena Engine effects and aerodynamic phenomena] Recreational Aviation Australia Ground School article on "prop wash," prop torque, gyro precession, p-factor and other similar factors affecting taildraggers.

* [http://www.americanparagliding.com/propellerforces.htm http://www.americanparagliding.com/propellerforces.htm] The forces of P-factor, gyro precession and asymmetric blade thrust act with particular intensity in powere parachute gliders (paragliders), as this article relates.

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FlightGear wiki:Community portal

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[[FlightGear]] has a large number of active [[:Category:Community|communities]]. For the details, see:

* [[Discord]]
* [[YouTube channels]]

Some communities not listed:
* [[FlightGear Indonesia]]
* [[FlightGear China]]

FlightGear has also been used in a wide range of projects, see:

* [[Professional and educational FlightGear users]]

FlightGear has a monthly newsletter providing a collection of the latest developments from the community, see:
* [[FlightGear Newsletter]]

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Discord

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'''Discord''' is used in the FlightGear community as an alternative to [[Mumble]], [[TeamSpeak]], [[FGCom]] or [[Ventrilo]].

Discord is a free voice and chat software that can be downloaded as an app or [https://discord.do/web/ used in a browser].

== Invite links ==
{{note|1=Its advised that you create a permanent account, instead of creating guest accounts as some people create duplicate accounts which clogs up the member logs and makes it more difficult to @mention people.}}

Furthermore many other FlightGear servers exist that you may need an personal invite to join. The easiest way to find them is to go to the FlightGear server and ask or ask in forums.

== FlightGear Communities on Discord ==

=== General, Help and Support, Communities ===

{| class=wikitable
! Topic !! Invite link
|-
| FlightGear
| https://discord.gg/rzuV2DR
|-
| FlightGear Community
| https://discord.gg/RyMyQA6ZDm
|-
| FlightGear FDM School
| https://discord.gg/Uyrtsar
|-
| FlightGear Virtual Alliance
| https://discord.gg/VqzTG2N
|-
| FG Events
| https://discord.gg/GY4N6Cu
|-
| FlightGear Republic, A friendly community about FlightGear.
| https://discord.gg/sBJy46Uq7z
|-
|FlightGear soaring club
|https://discord.gg/NvJjmzMfRP
|}

=== Military Aviation Communities ===

{| class=wikitable
! Topic !! Invite link
|-
| [[Operation Red Flag]] military FG community (OPRF)
| https://discord.gg/ptVapkE
|-
| Combined Joint Task Force 50 (OPRF event planning/hosting and more)
| https://discord.gg/2nxjb6y
|-
|First Air Force
|http://discord.gg/MZuzFHAXfV
|}

=== Country Specific Communities ===

{| class=wikitable
! Topic !! Invite link
|-
|FlightGear Australia
| [https://discord.gg/8MY6cmDQbK https://discord.gg/nG76HMDjUE]
|-
| FlightGear Italia (ITA Mercenaries)
| https://discord.gg/5RzyXRf
|-
| FlightGear Germany
| https://discord.gg/FNnpjCPSze
|-
| FlightGear Indian Community
| https://discord.gg/Tu7n5FmG5S
|-
| FlightGear Hong Kong
| https://discord.gg/9QVKcT6skU
|-
|FlightGear Myanmar
|https://discord.gg/VbT88KEGrk
|-
|[[FlightGear Polska]]
|https://discord.gg/5J7uVYRhZV
|}

=== Aircraft-specific ===
{| class="wikitable"
! Aircraft !! Invite link
|-
| A-10 Warthog
| https://discord.gg/RmtjmsT5vS
|-
| Aermacchi MB-339
| https://discord.gg/vNZ5ZPv
|-
| B-1 Lancer
| https://discord.gg/d2bhwFCnX2
|-
| Boeing 777
| https://discord.gg/k5RXxFgGDA
|-
| Boeing F/A-18C Hornet
| https://discord.gg/8GzpdK4j8P
|-
| F-111 Aardvark
| https://discord.gg/DSrSbmx
|-
| FG-1000 Stealth Fighter
| https://discord.gg/3MFZauxyPW
|-
| [[General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon]]
| https://discord.gg/8RcYnjA
|-
| [[Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21bis]]
| https://discord.gg/bs8xyz3
|-
| [[Mirage 2000]]
| https://discord.gg/xZ3r2KR
|-
| Octal450 Hangar Development
| https://discord.gg/gxAhC3j
|-
| Panavia Tornado
| https://discord.gg/SYxgzkCrSG
|-
| [[PZL-Koliber-family | PZL Koliber family]]
| https://discord.gg/beADn2sWM6
|-
| [[Saab 37 Viggen]]
| https://discord.gg/RJTwS9a
|-
| SEPECAT Jaguar
| https://discord.gg/G5q5XYN
|-
| Soviet Aviation for FGFS
| https://discord.gg/YC2EYGK5Xf
|}

==External links==
*https://discord.com/ Official website

[[de:Discord]]

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[[Category:Community]]
[[Category:Air Traffic Control]]

FlightGear Polska

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{{organization
| name = FlightGear Polska
| alt = Logo of FlightGear Polska
| founded = 31st of August, 2020
| founders = SP-NTX, KizaK15, Sokoł
| active = 50+
| website = [https://flightgear-polska.github.io/ FlightGear Polska Website]
| forum = [https://discord.gg/PpwcM3YsZs FlightGear Polska Official Discord]
}}

= FlightGear Polska (FGPL) =

'''FlightGear Polska (FGPL)''' is the Polish community for pilots and enthusiasts of the [[FlightGear]] flight simulator.

== History ==
FlightGear Polska was founded in 2020 by [[User:SP-NTX|SP-NTX]], KizaK, and Sokoł as a place for coordinating events, helping each other and as a home for Polish-speaking users.
The community's goal was to create a friendly, active, and informative environment for FlightGear enthusiasts in Poland, and to promote FlightGear locally and internationally

Over the years, the community experienced periods of high and low activity, and faced many challenges, both within the community, and with other communities.

== Goals ==
* Promote FlightGear in Poland.
* Organize group flights and virtual airshows.
* Support new pilots in learning the FlightGear.
* Develop add-ons and open-source projects for FlightGear.
* Collaborate with the global FlightGear community.
* Represent members of Polish community

== Activities ==
* Annual FlightGear Polska Anniversary Airshow
* Group flights and ATC services
* Development of Polish Scenery and aircrafts.
* Tutorials, guides, and support for new members.

== Projects ==
FlightGear Polska has got many side projects:
* vAF - Virtual (Polish) Air Force.
* 9vELT - Virtual squadron resembling 9 Eskadra Lotnictwa Taktycznego.
* PZL Koliber Development
* FlightGear Airshows Team

== Contact ==
* Email: flightgear.polska.fgpl@gmail.com
* Discord: @flightgearpl, https://discord.gg/PpwcM3YsZs
* Forum: @FlightGear Polska

== Notes ==
This page is actively maintained and updated by the FGPL administration.

[[Category:Community]]

Default head-up display

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{{Note|The HUD system will one day be replaced by a [[Canvas HUD]] system.}}

[[File:HUD_default_overview.png|thumb|420px|Huds/default.xml]]
[[File:HUD_minimal_overview.png|thumb|420px|Huds/minimal.xml]]
[[File:HUD_NTPS_overview.png|thumb|420px|Huds/NTPS.xml]]

The '''default head-up display''' (HUD) of FlightGear is available for any craft which does not include its own. A {{Wikipedia|head-up display}} is an important instrument in modern, mostly military, cockpits.

Activate the HUD with {{key press|h}}. Pressing it repeatedly moves through the configured colours and turns it off again. To change the brightness, press {{key press|Shift|H}}. Press {{key press|Shift|I}} to go through the available HUDs. Press {{key press|i}} to switch back to the first one at any time. Have in mind that some aircraft do assign one or more of those keys differently and therefore some functions may be missing from them.

Some of the head-up options of the HUD can be altered in the menu: ''View'' > ''Adjust HUD Properties''

In addition custom HUDs for aircraft such as the [[F-14B]] and [[F-16]] can relatively easily be created through an XML-based system FlightGear provides. Have a look at [[#Further Information|Further Information]] if you are planning to create a HUD.

== Features ==
=== Control inputs ===
; Aileron
: Displays the [[aileron]] control axis input. Attached along the upper side is the indicator for the trim input on that axis.
: Properties: <code>/controls/flight/aileron</code> and <code>/controls/flight/aileron-trim</code>

; Elevator
: Displays the [[elevator]] control axis input. Attached to the left the trim on this axis.
: Properties: <code>/controls/flight/elevator</code> and <code>/controls/flight/elevator-trim</code>

; Rudder
: Displays the [[rudder]] control axis input. Attached to the bottom the trim input.
: Properties: <code>/controls/flight/rudder</code> and <code>/controls/flight/rudder-trim</code>

; Throttle
: Displays the [[throttle]] control axis input.
: Property: <code>/controls/engines/engine/throttle</code>

=== Instruments ===
; AMSL (Altitude above Mean Sea Level)
: Current [[AMSL|altitude above mean sea level]] in feet (ft) (1 ft = 30.48 cm).
: Property: <code>/position/altitude-ft</code>

; g-load
: The {{Wikipedia|G-force}} applied to the pilot - to avoid black-/redout.
: Property: <code>/accelerations/pilot/z-accel-fps_sec</code> with factor <code>-0.03108095</code>

; Gyrocompass
: This is an ideal version of a [[Avionics and Instruments#DirectionalGyro|gyrocompass]] without the drawbacks of a real one. It shows heading of the aircraft relative to the geographical north pole (true north) in degree (360 degree scale).
: Property: <code>/orientation/heading-deg</code>

; KIAS (Knots Indicated Airspeed)
: Current [[KIAS|speed relative to the ambient air in knots]] (kt) (1 kt = 1.151 mph = 1.852 km/h).
: Property: <code>/velocities/airspeed-kt</code>

; Latitude / Longitude
: Current location according to the {{Wikipedia|geographic coordinate system}}.
: To change the format of the displayed coordinates, go to ''Autopilot'' > ''Set Lat/Lon-format''.
: Properties: <code>/position/latitude-string</code> and <code>/position/longitude-string</code>

; Pitch ladder
: Displays the pitch and roll of the aircraft relative to the horizontal plane in degrees. It is used as an artificial horizon ([[Avionics and Instruments#Attitude Indicator|Attitude indicator]]).
: Properties: <code>/orientation/roll-deg</code> and <code>/orientation/pitch-deg</code>

; Radio altimeter
: Shows current altitude [[above ground level]] (AGL) in feet. Relating to the location of the radio altimeter of the aircraft, it is not zero if the aircraft is on the ground.
: Property: <code>/position/altitude-agl-ft</code>

; Turn-bank-indicator
: [[Avionics and Instruments#Turn Coordinator|Turn Coordinator]]
: Properties: <code>/orientation/roll-deg</code> and <code>/orientation/side-slip-deg</code>

=== Autopilot ===
[[File:HUD_default_autopilot.jpg|thumb|420px|HUD autopilot]]
If the [[autopilot]] is active the HUD displays its settings. For each active function (heading, altitude and speed) a box will appear below the gyrocompass containing information on its mode and, if existent, the associated value.

; Heading control
: Whether it is active or not and on which mode it operates is determined by the content of the <code>/autopilot/locks/heading</code> property.
: The values are taken from <code>/autopilot/settings/heading-bug-deg</code> and <code>/autopilot/settings/true-heading-deg</code>.

; Altitude control
: Active mode: <code>/autopilot/locks/altitude</code>
: Their values: <code>/autopilot/settings/target-altitude-ft</code>, <code>/autopilot/settings/vertical-speed-fpm</code> and <code>/autopilot/settings/target-agl-ft</code>.

; Speed control
: Active mode: <code>/autopilot/locks/speed</code>
: Their values: <code>/autopilot/settings/target-speed-kt</code> and <code>/autopilot/settings/target-speed-mach</code>

=== GPS ===
[[File:HUD_default_gps.jpg|thumb|420px|HUD GPS]]
The upper left hand corner shows the most important information on the current state of the [[GPS]]. Namely these are (line by line):

{| class="wikitable"
| GPS operating mode
| Active waypoint
|-
| '''D''': Distance in nautical miles (NM) to active waypoint
| '''TTW''': Calculated time to active waypoint
|-
| '''BRG''': Bearing to next waypoint
| '''XTR''': Cross track deviation, deviation from the track between the previous and active waypoint in nautical miles (NM)
|-
| '''GS''': Ground speed, the speed relative to the ground
|
|}

=== Big fat arrow ===
Remains of a going to be useful instrument.

: To get rid of it, remove or comment <code>runway.xml</code> from <code>[[$FG_ROOT]]/Huds/{{fgdata source|path=Huds/default.xml|text=default.xml}}</code>.
: To make it point to the airport selected by menu item "Tower Position", apply patches as shown [http://sourceforge.net/mailarchive/message.php?msg_id=30422572 here].

== Further Information ==
HUDs may be replaced or added by changing or adding their paths in <code>preferences.xml</code> or by setting the paths as command line options. To change the order of the existing ones the options would be: <code>--prop:/sim/hud/path[1]=Huds/minimal.xml</code> <code>--prop:/sim/hud/path[2]=Huds/default.xml</code>

If you consider to create your own HUD have a look at [[Canvas HUD]] first.

The basic settings regarding to any HUD are set in {{fgdata source|path=defaults.xml}}. Search the file for the <code><hud></code> tag and you will find a list of properties.

The setup of the default HUD is defined at {{fgdata source|path=Huds/default.xml}} and documentation can be found at {{readme file|hud}}.

== Additional HUDs ==
; HeliHUD
: The [http://wiki.beggabaur.rocks/ya/HeliHUD HeliHUD] is designed for fly helicopters in Helicopter View it is also handy for any craft with a not yet finished cockpit. It also contains a minimalistic HUD only showing some navigational information such as compass and GPS. The [http://beggabaur.rocks/fgfs/helihud_0.3.tar.bz2 download] contains instructions and specs.

[[Category:FlightGear feature]]
[[Category:Menubar]]

Operation Red Flag

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{{User
|name = Operation Red Flag
|age = 4 (created Nov 2015)
|website = http://opredflag.com/
}}
[[File:OPRF.png|thumbnail]]
== Introduction ==
Operation Red Flag (also known as OPRF and KSUU Crew), which is a community of pilots who share the interest of military aviation and related topics that trains regularly in the surrounding area of [[Nellis_Air_Force_Base|KLSV]] and KXTA, and organize monthly big events focused on realistic military operations. Members are interested in aerial games of strategy using military aircraft. While we understand that FG is not a flight simulator geared toward war or aggression, we appreciate developing the flight, strategy, and decision-making skills that are honed through these types of challenges. The aim of Operation Red Flag (KSUU Crew) efforts is to ensure that military aviation novices and aficionados have a space to collaborate, engage with each-other, and use military aviation assets in tactical environments WITHOUT negatively impacting the FG experience of those who are not so-inclined.
Link for information: [[Virtual_airlines#Virtual_air_forces| here]] (Scroll down to Virtual Air Forces, click on Op Red Flag)

Currently (as of Apr 2026), we have 491 members on our Discord server.

== Forum topic ==
* {{forum link|title=Operation Red Flag (KSUU Crew)|t=28057}}
[[Category:Community]]

== External links ==
* [https://discord.gg/ptVapkE Discord server]

Discord

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'''Discord''' is used in the FlightGear community as an alternative to [[Mumble]], [[TeamSpeak]], [[FGCom]] or [[Ventrilo]].

Discord is a free voice and chat software that can be downloaded as an app or [https://discord.do/web/ used in a browser].

== Invite links ==
{{note|1=Its advised that you create a permanent account, instead of creating guest accounts as some people create duplicate accounts which clogs up the member logs and makes it more difficult to @mention people.}}

Furthermore many other FlightGear servers exist that you may need an personal invite to join. The easiest way to find them is to go to the FlightGear server and ask or ask in forums.

== FlightGear Communities on Discord ==

=== General, Help and Support, Communities ===

{| class=wikitable
! Topic !! Invite link
|-
| FlightGear
| https://discord.gg/rzuV2DR
|-
| FlightGear Community
| https://discord.gg/RyMyQA6ZDm
|-
| FlightGear FDM School
| https://discord.gg/Uyrtsar
|-
| FlightGear Virtual Alliance
| https://discord.gg/VqzTG2N
|-
| FG Events
| https://discord.gg/GY4N6Cu
|-
| FlightGear Republic, A friendly community about FlightGear.
| https://discord.gg/sBJy46Uq7z
|-
|FlightGear soaring club
|https://discord.gg/NvJjmzMfRP
|}

=== Military Aviation Communities ===

{| class=wikitable
! Topic !! Invite link
|-
| Operation Red Flag military FG community (OPRF)
| https://discord.gg/ptVapkE
|-
| Combined Joint Task Force 50 (OPRF event planning/hosting and more)
| https://discord.gg/2nxjb6y
|-
|First Air Force
|http://discord.gg/MZuzFHAXfV
|}

=== Country Specific Communities ===

{| class=wikitable
! Topic !! Invite link
|-
|FlightGear Australia
| [https://discord.gg/8MY6cmDQbK https://discord.gg/nG76HMDjUE]
|-
| FlightGear Italia (ITA Mercenaries)
| https://discord.gg/5RzyXRf
|-
| FlightGear Germany
| https://discord.gg/FNnpjCPSze
|-
| FlightGear Indian Community
| https://discord.gg/Tu7n5FmG5S
|-
| FlightGear Hong Kong
| https://discord.gg/9QVKcT6skU
|-
|FlightGear Myanmar
|https://discord.gg/VbT88KEGrk
|-
|[[FlightGear Polska]]
|https://discord.gg/5J7uVYRhZV
|}

=== Aircraft-specific ===
{| class="wikitable"
! Aircraft !! Invite link
|-
| A-10 Warthog
| https://discord.gg/RmtjmsT5vS
|-
| Aermacchi MB-339
| https://discord.gg/vNZ5ZPv
|-
| B-1 Lancer
| https://discord.gg/d2bhwFCnX2
|-
| Boeing 777
| https://discord.gg/k5RXxFgGDA
|-
| Boeing F/A-18C Hornet
| https://discord.gg/8GzpdK4j8P
|-
| F-111 Aardvark
| https://discord.gg/DSrSbmx
|-
| FG-1000 Stealth Fighter
| https://discord.gg/3MFZauxyPW
|-
| [[General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon]]
| https://discord.gg/8RcYnjA
|-
| [[Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21bis]]
| https://discord.gg/bs8xyz3
|-
| [[Mirage 2000]]
| https://discord.gg/xZ3r2KR
|-
| Octal450 Hangar Development
| https://discord.gg/gxAhC3j
|-
| Panavia Tornado
| https://discord.gg/SYxgzkCrSG
|-
| [[PZL-Koliber-family | PZL Koliber family]]
| https://discord.gg/beADn2sWM6
|-
| [[Saab 37 Viggen]]
| https://discord.gg/RJTwS9a
|-
| SEPECAT Jaguar
| https://discord.gg/G5q5XYN
|-
| Soviet Aviation for FGFS
| https://discord.gg/YC2EYGK5Xf
|}

==External links==
*https://discord.com/ Official website

[[de:Discord]]

[[Category:Software]]
[[Category:Community]]
[[Category:Air Traffic Control]]

Discord

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'''Discord''' is used in the FlightGear community as an alternative to [[Mumble]], [[TeamSpeak]], [[FGCom]] or [[Ventrilo]].

Discord is a free voice and chat software that can be downloaded as an app or [https://discord.do/web/ used in a browser].

== Invite links ==
{{note|1=Its advised that you create a permanent account, instead of creating guest accounts as some people create duplicate accounts which clogs up the member logs and makes it more difficult to @mention people.}}

Furthermore many other FlightGear servers exist that you may need an personal invite to join. The easiest way to find them is to go to the FlightGear server and ask or ask in forums.

== FlightGear Communities on Discord ==

=== General, Help and Support, Communities ===

{| class=wikitable
! Topic !! Invite link
|-
| FlightGear
| https://discord.gg/rzuV2DR
|-
| FlightGear Community
| https://discord.gg/RyMyQA6ZDm
|-
| FlightGear FDM School
| https://discord.gg/Uyrtsar
|-
| FlightGear Virtual Alliance
| https://discord.gg/VqzTG2N
|-
| FG Events
| https://discord.gg/GY4N6Cu
|-
| FG FDM School
| https://discord.gg/U5KXyMU
|-
| FlightGear Republic, A friendly community about FlightGear.
| https://discord.gg/sBJy46Uq7z
|-
|FlightGear soaring club
|https://discord.gg/NvJjmzMfRP
|}

=== Military Aviation Communities ===

{| class=wikitable
! Topic !! Invite link
|-
| Operation Red Flag military FG community (OPRF)
| https://discord.gg/ptVapkE
|-
| Combined Joint Task Force 50 (OPRF event planning/hosting and more)
| https://discord.gg/2nxjb6y
|-
|First Air Force
|http://discord.gg/MZuzFHAXfV
|}

=== Country Specific Communities ===

{| class=wikitable
! Topic !! Invite link
|-
|FlightGear Australia
| [https://discord.gg/8MY6cmDQbK https://discord.gg/nG76HMDjUE]
|-
| FlightGear Italia (ITA Mercenaries)
| https://discord.gg/5RzyXRf
|-
| FlightGear Germany
| https://discord.gg/FNnpjCPSze
|-
| FlightGear Indian Community
| https://discord.gg/Tu7n5FmG5S
|-
| FlightGear Hong Kong
| https://discord.gg/9QVKcT6skU
|-
|FlightGear Myanmar
|https://discord.gg/VbT88KEGrk
|-
|[[FlightGear Polska]]
|https://discord.gg/5J7uVYRhZV
|}

=== Aircraft-specific ===
{| class="wikitable"
! Aircraft !! Invite link
|-
| A-10 Warthog
| https://discord.gg/RmtjmsT5vS
|-
| Aermacchi MB-339
| https://discord.gg/vNZ5ZPv
|-
| B-1 Lancer
| https://discord.gg/d2bhwFCnX2
|-
| Boeing 777
| https://discord.gg/k5RXxFgGDA
|-
| Boeing F/A-18C Hornet
| https://discord.gg/8GzpdK4j8P
|-
| F-111 Aardvark
| https://discord.gg/DSrSbmx
|-
| FG-1000 Stealth Fighter
| https://discord.gg/3MFZauxyPW
|-
| [[General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon]]
| https://discord.gg/8RcYnjA
|-
| [[Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21bis]]
| https://discord.gg/bs8xyz3
|-
| [[Mirage 2000]]
| https://discord.gg/xZ3r2KR
|-
| Octal450 Hangar Development
| https://discord.gg/gxAhC3j
|-
| Panavia Tornado
| https://discord.gg/SYxgzkCrSG
|-
| [[PZL-Koliber-family | PZL Koliber family]]
| https://discord.gg/beADn2sWM6
|-
| [[Saab 37 Viggen]]
| https://discord.gg/RJTwS9a
|-
| SEPECAT Jaguar
| https://discord.gg/G5q5XYN
|-
| Soviet Aviation for FGFS
| https://discord.gg/YC2EYGK5Xf
|}

==External links==
*https://discord.com/ Official website

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