FS2004 Texas Int'l Douglas DC-9-10 V2

This repaint showcases a historically significant livery for the Douglas DC-9-10 series, capturing both daytime and nighttime visual elements. Designed for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 enthusiasts, it is offered as textures only and necessitates the AI Aardvark DC-9-10 base model. This modification is credited to its creator, Sheppard Avery.

Technical Livery Highlights

These external textures have been crafted to bring out authentic Texas International Airlines design cues. The paintwork integrates specialized day and night layers, yielding accurate color transitions under varied lighting conditions. By leveraging reflective mapping (if supported by the chosen model), the visual surface finish of the DC-9 airframe appears more vibrant from dawn until dusk.

Brief Look at the Aircraft and Airline

The Douglas DC-9-10 is a narrow-body, short-haul jet that offers robust performance for regional routes. Its design emphasized efficient operations, with a compact fuselage and streamlined aerodynamics suitable for smaller airfields. Texas International Airlines originated in Houston during the early 1940s—initially operating under Aviation Enterprises—then evolved into Trans-Texas Airlines (TTa), eventually adopting the Texas International identity by 1968. By the early 1980s, this carrier managed major network hubs at Houston Intercontinental and Dallas/Fort Worth, serving a wide range of domestic and international markets, plus numerous gateways throughout Mexico. Subsequent expansions added New York Air, which targeted northeastern shuttle corridors. Later, a strategic acquisition of Continental Airlines folded Texas International and New York Air into the Continental brand, resulting in the eventual retirement of Texas International as a standalone operation.

Included Texture Features

• High-resolution Texas International fuselage art with precise color allocation
• Distinct day and night texture sets synchronized with simulator lighting
• Authentic airline branding to replicate the DC-9’s operational era

Implementation Steps

1. Ensure the AI Aardvark DC-9-10 base model is present in your simulator’s directory.
2. Paste the provided texture files into the correct aircraft folder, preserving any references to the reflective model for an enhanced look.
3. Amend the aircraft.cfg entries to reflect the new livery, specifying the texture filenames and titles accordingly.
4. Verify installation by selecting the Texas International livery in your AI or flyable DC-9-10 variant (if applicable).

Repaint by Sheppard Avery. This high-fidelity repaint delivers a distinct Texas International appearance to the Douglas DC-9-10, elevating the aircraft’s realism within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004.