A:Answer It is unlikely to ever be available on CDs because the program is huge. Reportedly, it will be available on DVD. According to Tom's Guide "In Europe, would-be pilots can also purchase Microsoft Flight Simulator as a 10 double-layer DVD box set via 'Aerosoft.' It should be available at retail locations by August 21. [2020] https://www.tomsguide.com/news/microsoft-flight-simulator No announcement about a US DVD release has been noted.
From the Aerosoft Official Forum:
Posted July 13
Rebirth of a legend
It is with great pride that we can announce that Microsoft has chosen Aerosoft as its retail publishing partner for the new Microsoft Flight Simulator. Aerosoft will bring the two boxed versions of this venerable simulator to customers in Europe. Including 10 (!) double-layer DVD’s and a printed manual in a spectacular box, it is an ideal way of entering the new age of flight simulation. For the last few months, we have been working closely with the spirited team from Microsoft and the talented developers at Asobo. They have helped us in getting our add-ons ready for the new simulation platform and in a very small way our 27 years of experience assisted in creating this amazing simulator. https://forum.aerosoft.com/index.php?/topic/154700-aerosoft-official-retail-partner-for-microsoft-flight-simulator/
Fly Safe!
CWChristianson
MS Flight Sim Enthusiast since 1982
