X-CRAFTS
X-CRAFTS (X-Crafts Ltd.) is a London-based private studio, founded 2013 by Marko Mamula, building high-fidelity Embraer regional-jet add-ons (E-Jets and ERJ families, plus Lineage 1000) for X-Plane and MSFS, sold via perpetual licences to hobbyists and training pilots.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2013
- HeadquartersLondon, United Kingdom
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingSoftware
What X-CRAFTS does
X-CRAFTS (X-Crafts Ltd.) is a London-based, private software studio founded in April 2013 by Marko Mamula that develops high-fidelity aircraft add-ons for consumer and training flight simulators. The studio concentrates exclusively on Embraer regional jets, with two product families covering the E-Jets (E170/E175/E190/E195) plus the Lineage 1000 large-cabin variant and the ERJ family (E135/E140/E145/E145XR and Legacy 650). Primary platform support is X-Plane, with Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) product pages also indicated in navigation, signalling platform diversification.
Underlying technology is hand-engineered rather than assembled from third-party assets. The studio builds a proprietary Tekton Flight Management System (FMS) with realistic LNAV/VNAV and SID/STAR procedures, an in-house AirComms audio/communications engine, procedural texture generation, custom powerplant audio simulation, and a custom flight model. Three real pilots (LXA, Bravo, PapaWhiskey) act as validation advisors, and the studio integrates with an external developer ecosystem (SkunkCrafts, Navigraph/LittleNavMap, SimBrief, FlyWithLua, X-Cargo, X-ForceR).
The commercial model is direct-to-consumer perpetual licences priced in the $59.95–$149.95 range, distributed through X-Plane.org, Aerosoft, and SimMarket, with a freemium "E-Jets for X-Plane 12" anniversary edition used as a top-of-funnel acquisition channel. The business is founder-owned with no external funding disclosed, the team is small (1–10 employees, ~6 core plus contractors), and the company is actively extending the catalogue with announced E190F/E195F freighter variants and the E2 generation, while making Tekton FMS licensable to third-party X-Plane developers as a separate ecosystem revenue stream.
X-CRAFTS firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- X-CRAFTS
- Legal name
- X-Crafts Ltd.
- Website
- https://xcrafts.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2013
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- X-CRAFTS (X-Crafts Ltd.) is a London-based private studio, founded 2013 by Marko Mamula, building high-fidelity Embraer regional-jet add-ons (E-Jets and ERJ families, plus Lineage 1000) for X-Plane and MSFS, sold via perpetual licences to hobbyists and training pilots.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
X-CRAFTS industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Flight Simulation Software
- NAICS
- Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)
- SIC
- Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Avionics Software, Certification & Safety-Critical Systems (DO-178/DO-254) (IMABAFAK)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Avionics Displays & Human-Machine Interface (EFIS/HUD/HMD) (IMABAFAH)
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Where X-CRAFTS is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- London
- HQ country
- United Kingdom
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
X-CRAFTS business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Payware Aircraft Licenses: One-time purchase licenses for X-Plane add-on aircraft. Personal license for single computer use; commercial license available separately for training centers and professional simulators.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Single E-Jet Package |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Full E-Jets Family Bundle |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Upgrade to Full Family |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | ERJ Standard Package |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | ERJ Advanced Package |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Full ERJ Family Bundle |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | ERJ Upgrade to Full Family |
| Freemium | Pay-as-you-go | Free E-Jets |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels8 records
X-CRAFTS product offering
Product offeringCore offering
X-Crafts develops and sells payware aircraft add-ons for the X-Plane flight simulator, specializing exclusively in Embraer regional jets. Its two flagship payware families are the E-Jets Family (E170, E175, E190, E195, Lineage 1000) and the ERJ Family (E135, E140, E145, E145XR, Legacy 650), each featuring a custom Tekton FMS, AirComms intelligent guidance, a custom EFB, pilot-validated flight models, and high-fidelity 3D modeling. The company also distributes free entry-level products (Free E-Jets, Free Preview Models) and free educational resources including the X-Plane Explained eBook, weekly real-world flight plans, and the Not-A-Newsletter behind-the-scenes series.
Product overview
X-CRAFTS is a flight simulation developer specializing in regional jets for Laminar Research's X-Plane. The portfolio consists of payware products (E-Jets Family 2.0 with E170/E175/E190/E195/Lineage 1000 and ERJ Family 2.0 with E135/E140/E145/E145XR/Legacy 650) and free offerings (Free E-Jets, Free Preview Models). All products are developed exclusively for X-Plane 11 and X-Plane 12. The company also offers free educational resources including an X-Plane handbook, weekly flight plans, and behind-the-scenes content. Future plans include E-Freighters (E190F/E195F) and E2 variants. The company emphasizes authentic systems simulation, real-world pilot validation, high-fidelity 3D modeling, and optimized performance.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- ERJ Family: Flight simulation add-on for Embraer regional jets including E135, E140, E145, E145XR, and Legacy 650 for X-Plane
- E-Jets Family
- Free E-Jets
- AirComms
- Tekton FMS
Products and services
- E-Jets Family 2.0 Payware Embraer E-Jets regional jet simulation for X-Plane 12 including E170, E175, E190, E195, and Lineage 1000 variants. Features authentic Tekton FMS, LNAV/VNAV guidance, FMS Speed automation, ILS Autotune, RNAV Glidepath, Steep Approach System, custom EFB with SimBrief integration, weight and balance calculations, pilot-approved flight dynamics, and over 220 liveries.
- ERJ Family 2.0 Payware Embraer ERJ regional jet simulation for X-Plane 12 including E135, E140, E145, E145XR, and Legacy 650 variants. Features authentic FMS and autopilot with holds, AirComms intelligent guidance system, fully simulated aircraft systems (electrical, fuel, APU, hydraulic, anti-ice, pneumatic), pilot-approved flight model, and over 150 liveries.
- Free E-Jets Free simplified version of the E175 and E195 for X-Plane 11 and X-Plane 12, offering basic flight simulation without the full authentic systems of the payware version. Includes upgraded avionics, autopilot, and a high-resolution nav map compared to the original release.
- Free Preview Models
Quantifiable outcome
- Products validated by pilots with 10,000+ hours of real-world E-Jet experience
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use X-CRAFTS
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
X-CRAFTS technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration10 records
Feature7 records
X-CRAFTS partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.
- Laminar ResearchcoreLaminar Research is the developer of X-Plane, the flight simulation platform for which X-Crafts develops add-ons. X-Crafts products are distributed through the X-Plane.org store and are designed specifically for X-Plane 11 and X-Plane 12.
- X-AerodynamicscoreX-Aerodynamics is credited as the industry leader for simulating precise aerodynamics. They developed the flight model for the E-Jets Family, ensuring authentic flight characteristics and performance.
- SkunkCraftscoreSkunkCrafts developed the Auto Updater plugin used by X-Crafts products for seamless update delivery directly through X-Plane.
- AerosoftmajorAerosoft serves as an authorized European distributor for X-Crafts products, offering products through their online store with localized pricing and availability.
- FSExpominorFlightSim Expo is the premier flight simulation event where X-Crafts participates as an exhibitor/community member.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
X-CRAFTS competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Laminar Research: Laminar Research develops X-Plane itself, the platform on which X-Crafts' core products run and are distributed via the X-Plane.org store. A platform-level incumbent whose commercial decisions directly affect X-Crafts' market access and customer funnel.
- Aerosoft: Aerosoft is a major European publisher and distributor of flight simulation add-ons including scenery, aircraft, and tools. Comparable as both a peer publisher and a distribution partner of X-Crafts, with a much broader portfolio across multiple categories.
- Microsoft Flight Simulator / Asobo Studio: Microsoft Flight Simulator (developed by Asobo Studio) is the dominant modern desktop flight sim platform with a vastly larger install base than X-Plane. A platform-level incumbent into which X-Crafts is now expanding, with first-party integrations and competing add-on ecosystem.
Direct peers
- FlyByWire Simulations: FlyByWire Simulations develops the open-source A380 and A32NX for MSFS with deep systems simulation. Comparable as a flight sim add-on developer targeting the same enthusiast and real-pilot audience with sophisticated FMS and avionics implementations.
- Leonardo Software House: Leonardo Software House develops the MD-80 and other payware airliner add-ons for MSFS and X-Plane. Comparable as a specialist studio producing premium regional/liner aircraft with deep systems fidelity for the same enthusiast customer base.
- QualityWings Simulations: QualityWings develops payware aircraft add-ons including the Ultimate 146 and BAe 146 for X-Plane and P3D. Comparable as a specialist regional jet developer for X-Plane targeting serious sim enthusiasts with depth-of-systems focus.
- PMDG: PMDG is a leading developer of high-fidelity commercial aircraft add-ons for desktop flight simulators (X-Plane, MSFS, P3D). Directly comparable as a premium payware developer focused on systems-depth airliner simulation, with comparable proprietary FMS, EFB, and flight model technology.
- iniBuilds: iniBuilds develops detailed payware aircraft add-ons for MSFS and X-Plane, including airliners with custom avionics and flight models. Directly comparable as a small-to-mid studio producing premium regional/liner aircraft add-ons with proprietary systems modeling.
- FlightFactor: FlightFactor develops high-fidelity aircraft add-ons for X-Plane and MSFS, including the 757/767 and A320. Directly comparable as a specialist studio producing payware airliners with custom avionics and systems depth for the same target audience of serious sim enthusiasts.
- Toliss: Toliss is a German developer of premium airliner add-ons (A319/A320/A321/A340) for X-Plane and MSFS with deep systems simulation and custom MCDU. Directly comparable as a specialist payware airliner developer for X-Plane with proprietary FMS-grade avionics.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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X-CRAFTS leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles6 records
X-CRAFTS funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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X-CRAFTS M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about X-CRAFTS
What does X-CRAFTS do?
X-Crafts develops and sells payware aircraft add-ons for the X-Plane flight simulator, specializing exclusively in Embraer regional jets. Its two flagship payware families are the E-Jets Family (E170, E175, E190, E195, Lineage 1000) and the ERJ Family (E135, E140, E145, E145XR, Legacy 650), each featuring a custom Tekton FMS, AirComms intelligent guidance, a custom EFB, pilot-validated flight models, and high-fidelity 3D modeling. The company also distributes free entry-level products (Free E-Jets, Free Preview Models) and free educational resources including the X-Plane Explained eBook, weekly real-world flight plans, and the Not-A-Newsletter behind-the-scenes series.
Is X-CRAFTS a public or private company?
X-CRAFTS is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was X-CRAFTS founded?
X-CRAFTS was founded in 2013. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is X-CRAFTS based?
X-CRAFTS is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.
How does X-CRAFTS make money?
One revenue line is on record: payware Aircraft Licenses.
Who are X-CRAFTS's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Laminar Research, Aerosoft and Microsoft Flight Simulator / Asobo Studio. Direct peers are FlyByWire Simulations, Leonardo Software House, QualityWings Simulations, PMDG, iniBuilds, FlightFactor and Toliss.
Does X-CRAFTS have an API?
No public API is recorded for X-CRAFTS.
What industry is X-CRAFTS in?
X-CRAFTS's product category is Flight Simulation Software. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABAFAK, Avionics Software, Certification & Safety-Critical Systems (DO-178/DO-254), with a secondary code of IMABAFAH, Avionics Displays & Human-Machine Interface (EFIS/HUD/HMD). Its NAICS code is 334511 and its SIC code is 3812.