FS2004 United Airlines Boeing 747-200 N4712U

Experience a classic rendition of United Airlines’ Boeing 747-200 (registration N4712U) in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. This model captures the carrier’s old livery and showcases the distinctive design elements that made the 747-200 a mainstay in global aviation. Project Open Sky, led by contributors such as C. Vincent Cho and Yosuke Ube, crafted the base aircraft. Devyn Silverstein meticulously painted the exterior scheme.

Authentic Visual and Structural Configuration

The Boeing 747-200, famously known as the “Queen of the Skies,” introduced long-haul capacity that reshaped passenger flights during its era. This specific repaint includes highly detailed textures reflecting the emblematic United Airlines palette from decades past.

Development Credits

Model Design

C. Vincent Cho and Yosuke Ube (Project Open Sky)

Flight Dynamics Design

Nick Peterson

FDE Advisers

Warren C. Daniel and Simon Ng Hin Tat

Quality Control

Simon Ng Hin Tat

Master Textures

C. Vincent Cho and Yosuke Ube

Testing

Project Open Sky Members

Livery Painting

Devyn Silverstein

Key Technical Attributes

• Refined reflective surfaces for realistic sheen.
• Interactive 3D landing gear assemblies with tilting bogies.
• Comprehensive interior and exterior animation of control surfaces.
• Independent suspension with main gear steering for advanced ground handling.
• Fully rendered passenger and cargo doors that open and close.
• Wings that flex dynamically during flight operations.
• Accurate spoiler deployment and reversible thrust motion.
• Night lighting integrated throughout the fuselage and flight deck.
• Clear, reflective cockpit windows offering added visual fidelity.
• Transparent navigation light covers and new FS2004 effects.
• Robust crash damage profiles with individual part response.

Flight Modeling and Behavior

Nick Peterson’s flight dynamics configuration replicates the handling traits of the 747-200, aligning weight distribution, engine thrust, and aerodynamic responses. Real-world pilots tested these settings to ensure authentic performance, including proper trim and elevator authority during various phases of flight.

Installation Procedure

1. Extract this package from its compressed folder.
2. Place the unzipped “Aircrafts” directory into your main FS2004 Aircraft folder inside the simulator files.

The Boeing 747-200 contributed significantly to long-haul travel across the world, and this model offers an opportunity to relive that era. This complete package features both the base model and the vintage United Airlines livery. Users can enjoy the engineering mastery from Project Open Sky and the dedicated paintwork by Devyn Silverstein, all in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004.