FSX Mexicana Airbus A319-112

This add-on delivers a fully freeware Project Airbus A319-112 featuring the Mexicana livery, including registration N790MX, for use in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. Developed to highlight the now-defunct carrier's distinctive appearance, it integrates a meticulously designed virtual cockpit while preserving numerous advanced animations and systems. Repainted by Mohammed Al-Khalifa, this package also carries references to prior works by Marco Fischbach and acknowledges the detailed contributions from Project Airbus.

Aircraft Details and Background

The real-world Airbus A319, a shortened yet efficient derivative of the A320 family, is well suited for short to medium routes. This particular variant bears the markings of Mexicana, which once served a vast network across North America. Mexicana officially halted operations on August 28, 2010, yet it remains a part of aviation history. Those who appreciate studying classic airlines within simulators will find this repaint a valuable addition.

Tested with SP2

Additional Developer Remarks

The repaint work references a previous project focusing on Olympic Air—successor to Olympic Airways, once Greece’s main national airline. Though unrelated to Mexicana, the developer’s note highlights the technical complexity involved in properly transitioning liveries from one airline to another. This Mexicana repaint underwent a similar level of precision to ensure the aircraft’s fuselage textures align correctly along the A319’s sleek curves.

Important Credits

This release is credited to both Mohammed Al-Khalifa for the primary surface textures and Project Airbus for the outstanding base model. Repaint and texture copyright elements from Marco Fischbach are also recognized. All parties have contributed to producing a robust and memorable simulation experience.

Installation Steps

1. Extract the contents of the package directly into your “SimObjects/Airplanes” folder within your Microsoft Flight Simulator X directory.
2. Locate the included “Effects” folder and merge its contents into your primary “Effects” folder found in the simulator’s installation path.

After completing these steps, the aircraft will appear in your aircraft selection menu ready for immediate use.

Core Technical Attributes

Project Airbus has engineered the A319 with precise XML-based systems and animations, such as:

• Pressurization Outflow Valve: Manages cabin pressure by dynamically venting air, fully opening below 30 knots on the ground.
• Ground Spoilers: Deploy automatically during landing or when activated on the ground.
• Pack Outlets: Responsive openings that adjust based on temperature changes.
• Idle Reversers: Remain open briefly after shutdown, then engage fully at idle reverse thrust.
• Parallel Bogies (Double-Bogey Version): A special adaptation used by certain operators.
• Dynamic Jetwash: Visually appears around the active engines.
• Dropping Surfaces: Inoperative ailerons and elevators drop when engines are turned off.

Extended Visual and Operational Elements

• Opening Passenger and Cargo Doors: Supports Shift+E and additional assignments for door control.
• Custom Effects: Features strobe, navigation, beacon, and specific touchdown effects.
• Dynamic Shine: Offers reflective surfaces that vary according to light conditions.
• Wing Views: Captures perspectives from the cabin over each wing.
• Landing Gear Timing: Simulates authentic extension and retraction sequences.

Flight Deck and Door Operations

L1 Door

Shift + E (default exit command)

L2 and Cargo Areas

Activated by toggling the tail hook (no default key assigned)

R1 and R2 Doors

Opened by wing fold/unfold commands (no default key assigned)

Contributors and Acknowledgments

Project Airbus has a dedicated team responsible for this model:

• Andy Warden – External model design
• Thomas Ruth – Virtual cockpit design, texturing, XML logic
• Peter Binamira – Flight dynamics, sound engineering
• Demetris Themistocleous – Base textures, various liveries
• Alessandro Savarese – Base textures
• John Tavendale – Liveries
• Derek Mayer – Liveries
• Matthew Murray – Branding and organization
• Gianmarco Bettiol, Nick Wu, Trevor Slack, Alexander Kvitta, David Bromwich – Feedback and testing

Additional thanks go out to Ben Jones, Dickson Chan, Jaco du Preez, Sheldon Fernandes, and Terence Pereira for further insight and oversight during development.

Flight dynamics testing and performance validation performed by:

• Capt. Manny Osias
• F/O Spike Acenas
• Mark Bolatete
• Kester Masias