In what viewers are already calling “The Great Restart of 2025,” beloved streamer and virtual pilot Dave “Hanshix” Hicks brought his bustling digital airport to an abrupt standstill earlier today when his computer and Flight Simulator experienced “minor turbulence.”
Eyewitnesses report the disaster began around 7:42 p.m. when the once-majestic skies of Microsoft Flight Simulator gave way to a sudden, ominous stillness—followed by the haunting sight of a black screen.
“I thought it was part of the flight,” said one confused viewer. “Then I realized… the only thing taking off was Dave’s frustration.”
Sources close to the cockpit confirm that Hicks attempted a quick fix, performing the ancient ritual known as “Have you tried turning it off and on again?” Fans held their breath as the reboot process commenced, some even lighting virtual candles in Twitch chat as they awaited his safe return to stream.
Flight data suggests the restart took approximately 7–10 agonizing minutes, during which time over 100 viewers bravely stared into the void, whispering prayers for system stability.
“We lost him for a moment there,” said another viewer. “But Dave’s a professional. If anyone can reboot with style, it’s him.”
As of press time, Dave Hicks was reportedly back online, engines humming, and graphics settings restored. The skies, once again, were his.
