Technology giant Google has introduced an experimental Flight Simulator feature in the web version of Google Earth, enabling users to experience virtual flights around the world directly from their browsers without downloading additional software.
The feature allows users to fly over cities, mountains and oceans while viewing detailed satellite imagery and 3D landscapes. To access it, users need to open Google Earth in a web browser, select “Explore Earth” and activate “Flight Simulator” from the Tools menu.
For a more realistic experience, users can switch from the default map view to Satellite view. During flight, Google Earth automatically loads 3D buildings and high-resolution images of surrounding areas, creating an immersive flying experience.
The aircraft can be controlled using the keyboard and mouse. The Page Up key increases speed or thrust, while the Page Down key reduces speed. The arrow keys control the aircraft's direction by moving it up, down, left or right. Users can also click the mouse inside the simulator to switch between keyboard and mouse controls.
If the aircraft crashes or touches the ground, the simulation stops automatically. However, users can restart the flight from a safe altitude using the “Restart” option on the screen.
Google said some standard map shortcuts are temporarily disabled during Flight Simulator mode to ensure smoother controls. The company also noted that minor visual glitches may occasionally appear when flying below sea level or at very low altitudes.
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