Hawker Hunter Mk.58
A legendary fighter reborn for the next generation of flight simulation
Step into the transonic era with an exceptional recreation of the Hawker Hunter Mk. 58, one of the most iconic military aircraft of the 1950s and 60s. Developed exclusively for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, this add-on delivers an outstanding level of realism through meticulous 3D modelling, photorealistic 4K textures, a fully interactive cockpit, and a flight model validated by former Swiss Hunter pilots.
... A legendary fighter reborn for the next generation of flight simulation
Step into the transonic era with an exceptional recreation of the Hawker Hunter Mk. 58, one of the most iconic military aircraft of the 1950s and 60s. Developed exclusively for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, this add-on delivers an outstanding level of realism through meticulous 3D modelling, photorealistic 4K textures, a fully interactive cockpit, and a flight model validated by former Swiss Hunter pilots.
Designed for enthusiasts of precision flying, historical authenticity, and high-performance aircraft, the SwissMilSim Hunter Mk. 58 offers complete immersion—from taxi to high-speed transonic flight.
Historical Background – Hawker Hunter Mk. 58
A Milestone of 1950s Aviation
The Hawker Hunter Mk. 58 represents the dawn of a new generation of jet fighters. Powered by the compact and powerful Rolls-Royce Avon axial-flow turbojet, it achieved an excellent thrust-to-weight ratio. Combined with a 35° swept wing and an all-moving tailplane optimised for transonic flight, the Hunter delivered remarkable performance—setting a world speed record of 1,171 km/h in 1953.
Entering service in 1954 and produced in nearly 2,000 units, it earned a reputation for robustness, agility and versatility. Operated by around twenty nations, the Hunter served as an interceptor, ground-attack aircraft, reconnaissance platform and two-seat trainer. It famously equipped the Black Arrows, the legendary RAF aerobatic team.
The Hunter in Switzerland
Switzerland introduced the Hunter in 1958, initially as the Mk. 6 before upgrading to the Swiss-specific Mk. 58.
A total of 160 aircraft were operated, including several two-seat variants. Armed with four 30 mm cannons and compatible with AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles and a variety of air-to-ground stores, the Swiss Hunter performed air defence, surveillance and ground-support missions for 36 years.
A major modernisation in the 1980s extended its service life until 1994. The aircraft also became the founding platform of the Patrouille Suisse, created in 1964.
A Living Legacy
Today, 72 Hunters remain airworthy worldwide, mostly with civilian operators, while around fifty others are displayed in museums. In Switzerland, approximately thirty aircraft are still preserved or visible.
Comparable to the Dassault Mystère IV, F-86 Sabre or MiG-17, the Hawker Hunter Mk. 58 remains a defining symbol of the transition into the transonic era.
MSFS 2024 Features
Modelling & Textures
- High-precision 3D model based on original plans and historical references.
- Photorealistic 4K textures for exceptional visual fidelity.
- Full use of MSFS 2024’s advanced rendering technologies (canopy materials, paint effects, reflectivity, complex PBR workflows).
Flight Model
- Developed with input from former Swiss Air Force Hunter pilots.
- Realistic, dynamic handling closely matching the real aircraft.
Cockpit & Systems
- Fully animated Swiss Air Force cockpit: switches, levers, knobs, and controls replicate the real aircraft.
- Functional instrumentation for an immersive and reliable flying experience.
- Fully operational gunsight with accurately modelled collimator.
- Realistic fuel system including active fuel transfer.
Cockpit Lighting
- Three independently adjustable lighting systems:
- Red instrument lighting
- Bluish UV lighting
- Red cockpit flood lighting
External Animations
- Nosewheel steering through differential braking.
- Automatic flap retraction based on dynamic pressure.
- Smooth, authentic mechanical animations.
Advanced Visual Effects
- Engine heat-blur distortion.
- Wingtip vortices.
- High-altitude condensation trails.
Included Liveries
- SAF Fliegerstaffel 20 (including the Clin d’Ailes Museum aircraft)
- Papyrus
- Patrouille Suisse
- RAF 92nd Squadron
- Blue Diamonds Patrol
Documentation & Tools
- Interactive checklist through the EFB.
- Full user manual available on our website.
Multiplayer & VR
- Optimised for formation flying and multiplayer sessions.
- Fully compatible with virtual reality for true cockpit immersion.
Relive History. Fly a Legend.
The SwissMilSim Hawker Hunter Mk. 58 for MSFS 2024 delivers an authentic, rich and visually stunning experience — a living tribute to one of the greatest transonic fighters of its generation.
