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Pro Pilot 99

Pro Pilot 99 is a 1998 video game developed by Dynamix and published by Sierra On Line.

Pro Pilot 99
DeveloperDynamix
PublisherSierra On Line
DesignerMark Pechnick[1]
PlatformWindows
ReleaseNovember 1998
GenreSimulation[2]

Gameplay

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The player pilots one of six aircraft and can fly to thousands of destinations worldwide, following general aviation guidelines, using real‑world geography, and relying on navigational systems such as GPS, ILS, NDB, and VOR to complete flights across more than 4,300 airports and numerous metropolitan and scenic regions. The simulation provides 3D‑accelerated visuals, detailed flight‑planning tools, and a pop‑up operator's handbook containing extensive procedural information, while tutorials and manuals cover training topics ranging from basic flight skills to instrument procedures and cross‑country navigation.[2]

Development

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Pro Pilot 99 was announced in July 1998.[3] It was released in November 1998.[1]

Reception

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Games Domain called Pro Pilot 99 a good game despite its faults.[12] GameSpot liked the improved features over Sierra Pro Pilot.[7]

References

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  1. 1 2 Miller, Chuck (November 19, 1998). "Dynamix's Pro Pilot 99 Soars into Stores". Computer Games Magazine. Archived from the original on December 1, 2002. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  2. 1 2 House, Michael. "Pro Pilot '99". All Game Guide. Archived from the original on November 14, 2014. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  3. ↑ Ocampo, Jason (July 31, 1998). "Dynamix teams up with National Association of Flight Instructors for sim". Computer Games Magazine. Archived from the original on December 1, 2002. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  4. ↑ Nolan, John (January 1999). "Flight instructor in a box" (PDF). Computer Gaming World. p. 332. Archived (PDF) from the original on May 10, 2013. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  5. ↑ "ProPilot 99". Computer Games Magazine. January 6, 1999. Archived from the original on July 9, 2003. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  6. ↑ "Enjoy a flight of fantasy". Daily Record. January 15, 1999. p. 58. Retrieved July 16, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  7. 1 2 Atkin, Denny (November 16, 1998). "Pro Pilot '99". GameSpot. Archived from the original on April 24, 1999. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  8. ↑ Shannon, Luke (October 23, 1998). "Pro Pilot '99". IGN. Archived from the original on June 11, 2002. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  9. ↑ "Pro Pilot 99". Jeuxvideo (in French). Archived from the original on February 3, 2004. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  10. ↑ "Pro Pilot 99". Power Play (magazine) [de] (in German). February 1999. p. 108,109. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  11. ↑ "Pro Pilot 99". PC Player (in German). March 1999. p. 103. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
  12. ↑ Smith, Martin. "Pro Pilot 99". Games Domain. Archived from the original on November 17, 2000. Retrieved July 16, 2026.
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