MatthewS

Yes true!

To say that only Apple can make quality laptops is silly : Ive got an old Dell laptop that's about 6 years old and is still going strong. Never had any problems with my current Dell XPS or Asus either. Desktops, same thing, super reliable... Sure a hard drive might fail every couple of years, but I'm sure that happens with Mac too! Yes Windows 7 is a real winner! Really, Mac may have had something going for it years ago now IMHO its just trading on Brand and Kool! Well that's reflected by 90% of the market that can see past the overpriced hype that is Mac.

Also remember that Windows can natively run on Mac's now as well. Guys... Windows 7 is better than Snow Leopard. Mac's are over priced and are mainly purchased by people who are more interested in "brands" and looking "cool".

My advice is sell your Mac and buy a Windows 7 PC. With the money you save buy the Saitek yoke/throttle/pedals, and maybe a joystick for Airbus/fighter/heli flying. ;D

That Airbus is a little pathetic compared to your effort. Not sure why you didn't win, maybe the crowd that voted are into the "big iron" and not GA.

Those night shots look incredible!

Wow! This is looking great. X-Plane needs high quality aircraft like these!