Google Earth is adding a flight simulator, letting users explore the globe from above while testing their landing skills on virtually every landmark. According to io9, the feature combines realistic geography with the inherent chaos of piloting. It's a low-stakes way to discover the world from a pilot's perspective without any actual consequences—making it the safest way to crash into the Eiffel Tower.

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