just figured this one out:if i remove the PMDG_737NGX.DLL from the gauges folder the saved flights do load. certainly the plane has no function because of the missing dll. but it has to be an issue with that file not with any addons or kinda stuff.... ? i also tried redownloading and reinstalling in several compatibility modes, but none of that worked.... sooo .. what the f...? its the typical fsx experience. 10 % flying 90 % troubleshooting ;-)