openfsd

openfsd is an open-source multiplayer flight simulation server implementing the modern VATSIM FSD protocol. It connects pilots and air traffic controllers in a shared virtual environment.

Features

• Facilitate multiplayer flight simulation with VATSIM protocol compatibility.
• Integrate web-based management for users, settings, and connections.
• Support SQLite and PostgreSQL for persistent storage.

Quick Start with Docker

The preferred way to run openfsd is using Docker and Docker Compose. See the Deployment Wiki.

Prerequisites

• Docker
• Docker Compose

Steps

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/renorris/openfsd.git
   cd openfsd
   

2. Start with Docker Compose:

   docker-compose up -d
   

   This launches the FSD server and web server sharing an SQLite database persisted in a named Docker volume. This setup will work great for most people running small servers.

3. Configure the Server via Web Interface:

   • Open http://localhost:8000 in a browser.
   • Log in with the default administrator credentials (printed in the FSD server logs on first startup).
   • Navigate to the Configure Server menu
   • Set configuration values. See the Configuration wiki.

4. Connect: See the Client Connection Wiki for client-specific instructions.

API

The web server exposes APIs under /api/v1 for authentication, user management, and configuration. Although a basic web interface is provided, users are encouraged to call this API from their own external applications. See the API documentation.