FS2004 China Airlines Airbus A340-313X B-18851

This comprehensive freeware package brings a detailed China Airlines Airbus A340-313X B-18851 into FS2004. It showcases authentic visual details, operable systems, and a range of custom animations. Project Open Sky crafted the model, while Hugo and Antonia Espinosa provided the repaint. The finished result reflects both technical accuracy and smooth operational performance during simulated flights.

Screenshot of China Airlines Airbus A340-313X taking off.

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 (32-bit textures)

Primary Highlights

• Authentic control surface animation on all major moving parts.
• Independent suspension behavior for each landing gear assembly.
• Wing flex that reacts to in-sim turbulence and airflow changes.
• Accurate thrust reverser modeling that includes idle reverse functionality.
• Dynamic drooping of ailerons when engines are off (incorporated into elevator simulation).
• Fully reflective textures, each scaled to individual material properties.
• Detailed exterior textures, including sharpened markings and panel lines.
• Switchable 2D or 3D engine fans for enhanced realism.
• Full suite of night lighting integrated with landing lights visible from the cockpit.
• Reflective cockpit windows that respond to ambient light.
• Crash effects for additional immersion.
• Transparent navigation light lenses to enhance external visibility.
• Virtual cockpit (VC) with operational switches and buttons (optimized for FS2004).
• Windshield rain effects in VC view for adverse weather simulation.
• Passenger wing views when using the wingview version.
• Configurable dynamic shine on key surfaces.
• Full opening of passenger and cargo doors, managed independently.
• Door commands: Shift+E (left door), Shift+T (right door), Shift+E+2 (cargo doors).
• Additional detail on landing gear, flap assemblies, and leading-edge surfaces.
• 3D fan blade modeling and more realistic textures on gear components.
• Animated vent scoops controlled by Shift+W.
• Condensation and updated lighting effects for takeoff or moist conditions.
• Even more three-dimensional parts added to distinguish this A340 from the A330 package.

FDE Specifications

• Incorporation of genuine Airbus A340 reference data for flight and ground handling.
• Exact movement ranges for each control surface, matching published geometry.
• Correct scrape contact points for realistic ground interaction.
• Integration with FS2004’s payload and weight stations for balanced loading.
• Basic and High Gross variants for different performance profiles.
• Includes A340-200/-300 (-5C2, -5C3, -5C4) engine configurations.
• Features the A340-313E configuration with -5C4/P engines and increased MTOW.
• Enhanced inspection lights for better preflight checks.
• Support for default three-point or alternate four-strut configurations (12 wheels).
• Reference A340 Flight Operations Manual included for operational guidance.
• Tested and validated by a pilot familiar with the real A340.

Installation Steps

1. Extract the contents of the archive.
2. Move the unzipped aircraft folder into your main FS2004 Aircraft directory.

This model pays tribute to China Airlines’ utilization of the Airbus A340 for long-haul routes. The creators have worked carefully to capture both aesthetics and performance fidelity. By integrating feedback from real pilots, the developers—Project Open Sky and the various contributors—have ensured that this simulation add-on highlights the reliability and distinctive handling of the A340 series. Enjoy precise fluid dynamics, well-executed animations, and an authentic representation of B-18851 in your simulator.