FS2004 USAir Boeing 737-200 N269AU
This freeware package offers a meticulously recreated Boeing 737-200 wearing the historic USAir livery (registration N269AU). It incorporates custom 3D modeling and flight dynamics, ensuring a highly authentic look and feel for enthusiasts of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. Seamlessly adapted to...
- Type
- Complete with Base Model
- Download hits
- 648
- Compatibility
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004
- Filename
- b732us26.zip
- File size
- 2.8 MB
- Virus Scan
- Scanned 30 days ago (clean)
- Access to file
- Free (Freeware)
- Content Rating
- Everyone
This freeware package offers a meticulously recreated Boeing 737-200 wearing the historic USAir livery (registration N269AU). It incorporates custom 3D modeling and flight dynamics, ensuring a highly authentic look and feel for enthusiasts of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. Seamlessly adapted to capture the distinctive airframe lines and paint scheme, this release provides an immersive experience for any virtual pilot seeking to explore the early Boeing Classic series.
High-Fidelity Exterior and Detailing
The external model, developed by Erick Cantu, represents the classic second-generation Boeing 737 airframe, complete with the characteristic Pratt & Whitney JT8D engine configuration. Users will notice polished texturing that replicates natural weathering and reflective surfaces. The tail features the iconic “N269AU” registration, set against USAir’s color palette, offering a vintage look perfectly suited for domestic North American routes.
Screenshot showcasing the USAir Boeing 737-200 preparing for departure.
Key Aspects of the Airframe
- Historical Relevance: The 737-200 formed the backbone of short- to medium-range operations for many airlines, including USAir, during the late 1970s and 1980s.
- Model Accuracy: Erick Cantu’s exterior model captures the unique nose geometry, wing design, and engine housings that set this series apart from later variants.
- Refined Repaint: All textures, courtesy of David Gutierrez, illustrate the vintage USAir branding to match official references from the era.
Balanced Flight Dynamics and Handling
Precise FDE (Flight Dynamics Engine) coding by Mike Baumann allows this aircraft to reflect the correct weight distribution, thrust, and aerodynamic traits of an early 737 model. You can expect the performance envelope to approximate real-world Boeing documentation, such as stable low-speed handling and a consistent climb profile. These characteristics enhance your control response throughout all phases of flight.
Additional Notes on Usability
- Fully Independent Add-On: This standalone freeware package includes the essential files for immediate integration into the simulator, requiring no paid dependencies.
- Authentic Checklist and Reference: It leverages the Boeing 737-400 checklists and manuals within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 for user-friendly procedures.
- Visual Extras: Each surface comes with carefully positioned animations and night lighting to replicate a realistic cockpit and exterior presence.
[fltsim.0]
title=Boeing 737-200 E.C.
sim=7372
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=
kb_checklists=Boeing737-400_check
kb_reference=Boeing737-400_ref
atc_type=Boeing
atc_id_enable=1
atc_id=N269AU
atc_id_color=0xffffffff
editable=0
visual_damage=1
ui_manufacturer=Boeing
ui_type=737-200
ui_variation=USAir N269AU
description=Model by Erick Cantu, Textures by David Gutierrez
atc_airline=USAir
The archive b732us26.zip has 28 files and directories contained within it.
File Contents
This list displays the first 500 files in the package. If the package has more, you will need to download it to view them.
Filename/Directory | File Date | File Size |
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7372.air | 11.06.03 | 8.17 kB |
AIRCRAFT.CFG | 11.28.04 | 16.47 kB |
Model | 11.22.04 | 0 B |
B737_200.mdl | 02.21.04 | 1.31 MB |
MODEL.CFG | 02.08.03 | 25 B |
panel | 11.22.04 | 0 B |
panel.cfg | 03.16.03 | 30 B |
readme.txt | 11.28.04 | 252 B |
SMOKE_JT8D.fx | 02.23.04 | 1.87 kB |
sound | 11.22.04 | 0 B |
sound.cfg | 03.16.03 | 31 B |
texture | 11.28.04 | 0 B |
732_B_T.BMP | 02.21.04 | 256.07 kB |
737INTERIOR_T.BMP | 12.31.03 | 1.00 MB |
B732FUSE_L.bmp | 03.09.04 | 1.00 MB |
b732fuse_t.bmp | 11.28.04 | 4.00 MB |
B737TAIL_L.BMP | 02.23.04 | 64.07 kB |
b737tail_t.bmp | 11.28.04 | 1.00 MB |
ENGINES_L.BMP | 02.23.04 | 64.07 kB |
engines_t.bmp | 11.27.04 | 1.00 MB |
MISC_L.BMP | 02.23.04 | 4.07 kB |
misc_t.bmp | 11.28.04 | 1.00 MB |
Thumbs.db | 11.28.04 | 26.00 kB |
WINGS_L.BMP | 02.23.04 | 256.07 kB |
WINGS_T.BMP | 02.23.04 | 1.00 MB |
Thumbs.db | 11.15.04 | 8.50 kB |
flyawaysimulation.txt | 10.29.13 | 959 B |
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url | 01.22.16 | 52 B |
Installation Instructions
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