FS2004 LanChile Airbus A340-313 CC-CQE

This comprehensive freeware package features LanChile Airlines’ Airbus A340-313 CC-CQE, which is part of their fleet of four A340-300 aircraft used on extended international routes. Developed by Hugo and Antonia Espinosa and built upon the Project Open Sky base model, it emphasizes authentic handling, refined visual fidelity, and robust technical components to replicate the performance of the real-world jet. Below, experienced virtual aviators will find extensive details on the model’s functionality and design elements, along with an outline of key features that make this rendition of the A340-313 distinct within flight simulators.

In-Depth Look at the Carrier’s Long-Haul Widebody

LanChile Airlines, operating out of Santiago, relies on the Airbus A340-313 for long-range services across continents. This specific aircraft, CC-CQE, was designed with realism in mind. Its spacious cabin layout and four-engine configuration mirror the genuine Airbus approach to transoceanic travel. The designers included fully animated control surfaces and detailed flight dynamics derived directly from Airbus data, ensuring a precise replication of the jet’s behavior.

Visual Refinements and Structural Animations

Advanced reflective textures and accurate material properties create lifelike reflections that vary by each airframe component. The wings incorporate dynamic flex, responding visibly to airflow and turbulence movements. Independent suspension and thrust reversers are fully modeled, allowing for faithful ground handling and realistic idle reverser deployment. Designers also integrated additional details, such as animated vent scoops under the belly (triggered by Shift+W), to replicate the real A340 environment.

Author and Developer Contributions

Model Designer:

Shervin Ahooraei

Flight Dynamics Designer:

Warren C. Daniel

Master Textures:

Ben Hewitt, C. Vincent Cho

Virtual Cockpit Textures:

Gary Hayes

FDE Advisors:

Nick Peterson, Simon Ng Hin Tat

Virtual Cockpit Gauges:

Special thanks to Pasquale Rinaldi

Panel:

Pasquale Rinaldi

XML Programming:

Special thanks to Fraser Turner and Bill Leaming

Painted By:

Dickson Chan with 32-bit textures

Expanded System and Interaction Elements

Beyond visual appeal, several new lighting effects and condensation animations appear on this model exclusively. Lighting throughout the airframe has been refined to include visible landing lights from the cockpit, as well as default illumination on cabin windows. The A340 Virtual Cockpit (VC) is fully clickable, ensuring captains can adjust switches and levers from within the 3D environment. Optional “2D vs. 3D engine fans” enable variations in how the engine blades are rendered, improving frame rates or detail levels as users prefer.

Key Features

• Fully independent suspension with accurate movement.
• Dynamic flexing wings that respond correctly to turbulence.
• Drooping ailerons on the elevators after engine shutdown.
• High-resolution reflective textures on fuselage and windows.
• Cockpit-visible landing lights and enhanced night lighting.
• Rain effects on the windshield in the VC.
• Multiple door and cargo animations:
  • Shift+E for left door
  • Shift+T for right door
  • Shift+E+2 for cargo doors
• Crash and inspection lights, bringing extra authenticity to the simulation.
• Comprehensive interior and exterior textures, including landing gear and flap details.

Technical Flight Dynamics and Variants

All Flight Dynamics Engine (FDE) data stems from genuine Airbus documentation, providing realistic control surface limits, scrape contact points, and weight station accuracy. You can explore both standard and high gross weight models ranging from the A340-200 to multiple A340-300 engine variants (-5C2, -5C3, and -5C4). The package also includes an A340-313E setup with -5C4/P engines at increased MTOW. Each model has been flight-tested by an A340 pilot, confirming correct behavior under diverse load and environmental situations.

Installation Steps

1. Unzip the file.
2. Place the extracted aircraft folder into your primary FS2004 “Aircraft” directory.

In addition to these steps, a specialized A340 Flight Operations Manual is included to guide virtual pilots through procedures. This content ensures you can familiarize yourself with realistic startup sequences, takeoff parameters, and performance management, reflecting actual airline documentation. Ultimately, Hugo and Antonia Espinosa’s dedication, coupled with Project Open Sky’s robust foundation, delivers a highly refined experience for enthusiasts looking to fly one of LanChile Airlines’ iconic long-haul aircraft in FS2004.

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