FS2004 BA CitiExpress "Waves" RJ-100

This AI repaint adds the distinctive BA CitiExpress "Waves of the City" scheme to a British Aerospace RJ-100, employing a balanced mix of visual detail and practicality for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 enthusiasts. Authored by David White for the Fernando Martinez model, it emphasizes accuracy in both markings and proportions, ensuring a credible representation for dedicated AI traffic setups. Although installation is straightforward, you will need the original freeware base model, which can be located in the Fly Away Simulation mod library.

Distinctive Exterior and Technical Highlights

The external textures showcase British Airways CitiExpress branding with the dynamic “Waves of the City” motif. This design draws attention to the airline’s regional operations across the United Kingdom and beyond. The repaint pays close attention to the aircraft’s fuselage, tail, and wing detailing. Its concise painting method reduces clarity loss while maintaining fidelity, even when viewed from various AI traffic angles.

Key Design Points

• BA CitiExpress Livery: Reflects the specific "Waves" artwork on the fuselage, tail fin, and typical British Airways elements.
• Optimized AI Model: Low-polygon design for efficient frame rates in large-scale traffic environments.
• Nine Level of Details (LOD): Gradually reduces polygon load in distant views to further enhance simulator performance.
• Functional Surfaces: Incorporates moving landing gear, flaps, spoilers, and airbrakes.

Focus on the RJ-100 Platform

The real-world BAe 146-300, often referred to as an RJ-100 in various airline fleets, is known for its quiet operation and short-field performance. British Airways CitiExpress utilized it for regional connectivity, with "Waves of the City" exemplifying the airline’s modern branding approach. When integrated into AI traffic, this model effectively simulates the daily routines of short-haul flights seen at smaller airports throughout Europe.

Authored by David White, Engineered by Fernando Martinez

David White meticulously developed this repaint for Fernando Martinez's trusted BAe 146/Avro Series model. Fernando Martinez’s base package, renowned for its intelligent LOD strategy, keeps your traffic environment realistic without compromising simulation performance. This collaboration ensures the exterior artwork and flight model features function in sync.

Required Files and Installation Notes

This repaint does not include the actual BAe 146-300 model. You must download and install the freeware AI_B463.ZIP package (by Fernando Martinez) to use this livery. The concise configuration below can be added to your aircraft.cfg file, ensuring a seamless integration with existing AI fleets.

[fltsim.x]
title=AI RJ100 BRT WOTC
sim=bae146
texture=BRT WOTC
kb_checklists=
kb_reference=
atc_id=
atc_airline=British
atc_flight_number=
atc_heavy=0
ui_manufacturer=British Aerospace
ui_type=British Aerospace 146-300
ui_variation=British Airways CitiExpress - Waves Of The City
description=BAe146/Avro Series by Fernando Martinez. FDE by DWF
atc_parking_codes=BRT
atc_parking_types=GATE
atc_id_color=0000000000
visual_damage=0

The repaint is for experienced users aiming to refine their AI traffic, yet it remains user-friendly enough for newcomers comfortable with adding liveries to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. By incorporating this British Airways CitiExpress "Waves of the City" RJ-100 into your simulator, you elevate the authenticity of regional operations. This addition captures both visual appeal and practical performance, making it a noteworthy asset for those who relish realistic traffic flows.