FSX TWA Douglas DC-2 NC13711

This repaint adds a detailed Trans World Airlines (TWA) Douglas DC-2 “NC13711” texture set to the payware Douglas DC-2 developed by the Uiver Team X. It faithfully replicates the iconic aircraft owned by the Museum of Flight in Seattle. Purchase of the original DC-2 is required separately, and revenue from that sale goes to support the Aviodrome aviation museum.

Historic Insights into the Douglas DC-2 and TWA

The Douglas DC-2 first took to the skies in the mid-1930s as a swift, twin-engine transport airplane. It preceded the more famous DC-3 yet quickly established its reputation for reliability and performance. Trans World Airlines (TWA) embraced the DC-2 for its expanding routes, providing passengers with what was considered a modern and efficient flight experience for that period. The real NC13711, depicted in these textures, now resides at the Museum of Flight in Seattle, reflecting both the pioneering spirit of TWA and the enduring legacy of Douglas Aircraft.

Key Attributes

• Livery Authenticity: Created by Tim Scharnhop, this texture set captures the historical markings and paint style used on TWA’s original DC-2.
• Visual Refinements: Meticulous detailing of rivets, panel lines, and subtle weathering enhances the immersive ambiance within Microsoft Flight Simulator X (FSX).
• Heritage Support: Funds from the DC-2 package benefit the Aviodrome Dutch National Aviation Theme Park and Museum, preserving aviation history.

Installation Procedure

1. Extract all contents of dc2X_twa.ZIP into a temporary location, ensuring folder names stay intact.
2. Copy the unzipped folder named texture.twa into the Douglas_DC2_X directory found within your “Microsoft Flight Simulator X\SimObjects\Airplanes” folder.
3. Open aircraft.cfg in a text editor. Locate the last [flightsim.XX] entry and add the following snippet beneath it, then adjust the XX to the next sequential number.

[fltsim.XX]
title=Douglas DC-2 TWA X
sim=uiver_aviodrome
model=int
panel=old
sound=
texture=twa
checklists=
kb_checklists=douglas_dc2_check
kb_reference=douglas_dc2_ref
atc_id_enable=1
atc_id=NC13711
description=Douglas DC-2 TWA 'NC13711' owned and operated by the Museum of Flight in Seattle, Washington.\n\nFSX Flight Dynamics: Tom Falley, Rob Cappers\nModel: Alexander Schreijnders, Jan Visser, Rob Cappers\nTextures: Tim Scharnhop, Gerrit Kranenbarg, Jan Visser\nVC, Interior: Rob Cappers, Tim Scharnhop, Jan Visser\nXML & DLL Programming: HansJoerg Naegele\nGauge bitmaps: Rob Cappers, Tim Scharnhop\nEffects: Roland Berger
ui_manufacturer=Douglas
ui_type=DC-2
ui_variation=TWA NC13711
ui_typerole="Twin Engine Prop"
ui_createdby=""Uiver" Team X"
atc_airline=TWA
atc_heavy=0
atc_flight_number=1934
atc_id_color=0x00000000
atc_id_font=Verdana,-11,1,600,0
visual_damage=0
atc_parking_types=RAMP

Finally, save aircraft.cfg. When you launch the simulator, this TWA Douglas DC-2 will appear in the aircraft selection menu.