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+How to compile FlightGear with Microsoft Visual C++ 8.0
+(Visual Studio .net 2003)
+======================================================
+
+You may need additional information on how to set up compilation
+with the project files included in this release.
+
+http://wiki.flightgear.org/flightgear_wiki/index.php?title=Building_Flightgear
+