Microsoft Store version - How to Repair or Uninstall Microsoft Flight Simulator

NOTE: If the issue with your installation appeared after moving the packages to a different folder, update the UserCfg.opt file instead of doing a clean install. See instructions: Can I choose or change the installation path? (Install on the D: drive instead of the C: drive for instance)

HOW TO REPAIR OR RESET MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR

• In the search box on the taskbar, type Microsoft Flight Simulator
• Click on App Settings.

• On the page that opens, select Repair if it's available. If it isn't available or doesn't fix the problem, select Reset.

 

HOW TO UNINSTALL MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR

• In the search box on the taskbar, type Microsoft Flight Simulator
  
• Click on Uninstall.

• Click on Uninstall again to confirm your choice

• Once uninstalled, go to the default installation folder  C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsoft.FlightSimulator_8wekyb3d8bbwe and move any leftover files or folders to the Recycle Bin.

NOTE: If you have installed the packages in a custom folder, search for that folder instead.

DO A CLEAN INSTALL OF MICROSOFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR

You can reinstall the sim via the Microsoft Store app or via the Xbox app.