Closed Traffic Podcast

Johnny Green, Michael Salmon, and Charlie Roper
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Average aviation enthusiast covering all things aviation and flight simulation.Hosted by Johnny Green Michael Salmon and Charlie Roper

  1. 6D AGO

    Put PMDG On Auto Bill Pay

    Send us Fan Mail We react to the PMDG 737-700 release for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and the reality that many of us keep paying to upgrade aircraft we already know by heart. We also zoom out to the bigger flight sim add-on market, where competition shapes prices, trust, and what finally gets built for sim pilots.  • PMDG 737-700 for MSFS 2024 impressions and what you actually get  • upgrade pricing fatigue and the “utility bill” mindset  • why PMDG stays the default choice for many Boeing simmers  • how the Operations Center and consistent workflow influence buying  • lack of serious Boeing competition compared with Airbus saturation  • Black Square Caravan love and why slow aircraft can be elite  • VATSIM realities when you bring turboprops into jet traffic  • AnyBuilds L1011 TriStar release and why the real aircraft struggled  • X-Plane ERJ update issues and frustrations with regression bugs  • regional jet gaps and the A220 wishlist  • the surprise second A350 project and questions buyers should ask  If you have not gotten your FSExpo tickets yet, please go and do so.  Website: www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Facebook: @Closedtrafficpodcast Follow us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/closedtraffic

    1h 25m

  2. MAR 30

    How A Coast Guard Mission Generator Makes Flight Sim Feel Alive

    Send us Fan Mail We sit down with “Not Matt” from Miravia Softworks to talk about building a procedural mission generator for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 based on US Coast Guard operations. We dig into the aviation bug, the realities of shipping software, and why the best flight sim add-ons balance realism with fun.  • catching the aviation bug early and why it becomes lifelong  • building software with an MVP mindset to avoid feature creep  • filtering community feedback without derailing the roadmap  • designing procedural missions that stay immersive and replayable  • partnering with the US Coast Guard and handling trademarks properly  • search and rescue mission ideas from Kodiak to roadside medevac edge cases  • the Blackjack intercept mission around DC airspace and compliance logic  • dynamic AI behavior, scoring, and why the hard problems are worth it  • add-on quality, pricing pressure, piracy, and why free trials rebuild trust  • MSFS 2024 versus MSFS 2020 versus X-Plane and how competition drives innovation  • how flight sim supports real-world training and keeps procedures sharp  Check out https://www.miraviasoftworks.com/ . Definitely join the Discord as well to get you know the latest up to dates on on the product. Flightsimexpo.com/register. So if you have not gotten your ticket yet, please go ahead and register as well.  Website: www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Facebook: @Closedtrafficpodcast Follow us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/closedtraffic

    1h 30m

  3. MAR 16

    From Valdosta To Cabo With A Fancy Turboprop

    Send us Fan Mail We catch up on the latest heat in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, from a standout Piaggio P180 to the sudden A340 buyer’s dilemma. We also get honest about how we plan routes, why long hauls feel rewarding, and how scenery and updates can make or break a sim night.  • first impressions of the Flight FX Piaggio P180 Avanti II for MSFS 2024  • building believable corporate routes using FlightAware and Flightradar24  • why freeware airports on FlightSim.to change how we fly  • the Aerosoft Toliss A340-600 versus iniBuilds A340-300 tradeoffs  • long haul culture, time compression debates, and VATSIM realities  • Black Square Cessna 208 Caravan expectations and real-world ops  • scenery and platform updates across MSFS 2024 and X-Plane 12  Please make sure you, you know, give us a good rating there on all of your favorite podcast outlets and all that fun stuff.  Make sure you go and come out to sunny Minneapolis, Minnesota, and spend some time with us and the CTP crew.  Website: www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Facebook: @Closedtrafficpodcast Follow us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/closedtraffic

    1h 4m

  4. MAR 2

    Q1 2026 Is Almost Through… Now What?

    Send us Fan Mail We weigh the X-Crafts recent ERJ 2.0 release, celebrate the Marwin's sharp HondaJet 2024 rebuild and consumer-friendly pricing, and pull apart Southwest’s pivot to hub-and-spoke. Spirit’s restructuring and a bold new 787-9 project round out a packed hour. • ERJ family 2.0 strengths and weaknesses • Marketing lead times versus delivery windows and buyer trust • HJet 2024 rebuild highlights, mission fit, upgrade path and price • Southwest’s route cuts, hub shift and traveler impact • Spirit’s bankruptcy restructuring and premium seating pivot • New 787-9 project goals, risks and what long-haulers want • FS Expo ticket timing, community survey and plans Please ensure that you all are booking your tickets. Prices go up on March 1. CTP is very proud to announce that we are once again sponsors at this year’s FS Expo. Website: www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Facebook: @Closedtrafficpodcast Follow us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/closedtraffic

    1 hr

  5. FEB 9

    We Love The Pratt Whine, Not The Bus Seats

    Send us Fan Mail We unpack a big week in flight sim: a strong DFW release that finally does the hub justice, FS Labs’ surprise A321neo update with stellar sounds but a divisive cabin, and PMDG’s 737-900 that balances immersion and performance with a refined interior. We close with upcoming events and how communication shapes what we fly. Closed Traffic Podcast: ⁠https://www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Instagram @closed_traffic X @closedtraffic Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/closedtraffic Website: www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Facebook: @Closedtrafficpodcast Follow us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/closedtraffic

    1h 5m
  6. CTP Live - New Year, Who Dis, 2025 Part 2?

    JAN 19

    CTP Live - New Year, Who Dis, 2025 Part 2?

    Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to launch a study-level airliner? On this episode of The Closed Traffic Podcast, Colin from TFDi Design steps into the pattern to tell us all about the MD-11 release. We don't shy away from the details, discussing the nitty-gritty of upgrade pricing and value. Finally, we look ahead: What does a top-tier developer actually think about MSFS 2024 on console? Tune in for the answers. Closed Traffic Podcast: ⁠https://www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Instagram @closed_traffic X @closedtraffic Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/closedtraffic Website: www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Facebook: @Closedtrafficpodcast Follow us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/closedtraffic

    2h 31m
  7. XP72 & LeoStixx Joins The Closed Traffic Podcast!

    12/22/2025

    XP72 & LeoStixx Joins The Closed Traffic Podcast!

    Send us Fan Mail Join us as we close out the year with a bang. Special and returning guest, XP72, as well as LeoStixx, join the Closed Traffic Podcast! We'll talk all things flight sim and even get into some real-world aviation content. Tune in! Closed Traffic Podcast: ⁠https://www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Instagram @closed_traffic X @closedtraffic Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/closedtraffic Website: www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Facebook: @Closedtrafficpodcast Follow us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/closedtraffic

    2h 25m
  8. Are we cooked?

    11/10/2025

    Are we cooked?

    Send us Fan Mail After a long hiatus, the CTP crew return to the virtual flight deck for a new episode of the Closed Traffic Podcast. They catch up on life, and discuss the latest in aviation and flight simulation. The main focus is on a wave of new hardware, including the Honeycomb Foxtrot stick and Sierra TPM module, Moza's new force-feedback base and modular throttle quadrant, and the latest cockpit panels from WinWing. They also share their high praise for Black Square's recently released Baron and Bonanza and look ahead to the upcoming Flight Sim Expo. Closed Traffic Podcast: ⁠https://www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Instagram @closed_traffic X @closedtraffic Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/closedtraffic Website: www.closedtrafficpodcast.com Facebook: @Closedtrafficpodcast Follow us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/closedtraffic

    2h 23m
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About

Average aviation enthusiast covering all things aviation and flight simulation.Hosted by Johnny Green Michael Salmon and Charlie Roper

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  • Creator
    Johnny Green, Michael Salmon, and Charlie Roper
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    111
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Closed Traffic Podcast
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    Closed Traffic Podcast

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