Before diving into the process, let's set the stage. iFly is developed by FlightSim Studio (FSS), a team known for meticulous attention to systems depth. Unlike "lite" aircraft that focus on eye-candy alone, the iFly 737 MAX is a study-level simulation.

The development team at FSS has spent thousands of hours on this. If you love flight simulation, support the developers. The price of a dinner out is worth hundreds of hours of entertainment.

: Users can follow authentic airline procedures, often guided by tutorials from real-world 737 captains.

: Once purchased, you use the iFly Manager tool to handle the initial installation, future updates, and the download of official liveries.

The roar of those LEAP engines during a flex takeoff is breathtaking. The sound pack includes distinct cockpit alarms (the 737 MAX has different aural warnings than the NG), wind thrumming over the cockpit windows, and the hydraulic pumps.