FS2004 Air Atlanta Boeing 747-400

This freeware release provides a new paint scheme for the default Boeing 747-400 in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004, representing Air Atlanta. Although it is not an exact replica, it includes the essential exterior aesthetic. Created by Guy Sterges, this package allows enthusiasts to explore the airline’s distinctive look in the simulator.

Unique Livery Highlights

Air Atlanta, sometimes known for its charter and wet-lease operations, has a special connection with the Boeing 747-400 due to the aircraft’s wide-body design and long-haul capability. This repaint pays homage to those real-world services by featuring core elements of the airline’s recognizable markings. While not perfectly matching the real hull layout, it accurately reflects many key details, including the color scheme and associated registration characteristics (in brackets, the airline’s flight identifiers and cargo affiliations are often listed to separate them from passenger services).

Technical Textures and Setup

The repaint utilizes the base Boeing 747-400 model that comes standard with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. Its texture folder is labeled texture.atlanta. Once installed, it offers a livery that includes custom fuselage graphics reflecting the Air Atlanta brand.

• Wide-body airframe depiction based on Boeing 747-400 specifications
• Compatible with both cargo and passenger route scenarios
• Optimized to function seamlessly in default simulator flight dynamics

Installation Procedure

1. Place the texture.atlanta folder inside the FS2004\aircraft\b747_400 directory.
2. Open the aircraft.cfg file found in the same aircraft folder, then add the snippet below. Make sure to adjust [fltsim.X] to the correct consecutive number.

[fltsim.X]
title=Air Atlanta B747-400
sim=Boeing747-400
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=atlanta
kb_checklists=Boeing747-400_check
kb_reference=Boeing747-400_ref
atc_id=
atc_airline=Air Atlanta
atc_flight_number=658
atc_heavy=1
atc_parking_types=CARGO
ui_manufacturer=Boeing
ui_type=747-400
ui_variation=Air Atlanta
description

Maintain the format precisely so the simulator recognizes the new livery. If you are flying purely cargo routes, remember to keep atc_parking_types=CARGO for a realistic ground experience.

Developer Notes

This repaint, although based on actual Air Atlanta operations, may show minor inaccuracies compared to a real-world Boeing 747-400. However, it retains the distinctive palette that made the airline’s 747 so recognizable. It was created by Guy Sterges and remains freeware for all virtual aviators to enjoy.