FS2004 San Ecuador Vickers Viscount 800 HC-ASP

This updated repaint package showcases a Vickers Viscount 800 registered as HC-ASP, operated by San Ecuador (often referred to as SAN) for use with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. It is designed exclusively as a texture set and requires the freeware Vickers Viscount base model. Original model by Rick Piper; repaint by Alex Colka. Download the required model from the Fly Away Simulation library.

Distinctive Features of This Viscount 800 Repaint

Featuring nuanced color applications, this repaint highlights the San Ecuador livery with period-accurate markings and intricate lines. The aviation emblem and registration markings on the fuselage have been carefully aligned to capture the look of the historical aircraft. By employing realistic shading techniques, this livery ensures visually compelling results when viewed from multiple vantage points in the simulator.

Historical Significance of the Vickers Turboprop

Vickers introduced the Viscount series in the mid-20th century as one of the pioneering turboprop designs developed for regional routes. Powered by four Rolls-Royce Dart engines, the Viscount combined improved fuel efficiency with the ability to operate in various environments. Some South American carriers, including SAN, reportedly found the aircraft convenient for short to medium intercity flights across diverse terrains and changing altitudes.

Key Attributes of the Real Aircraft

• Turboprop Efficiency: The Rolls-Royce Dart engines contributed to reliable runs on short airfields.
• Pressurized Cabin: Passengers experienced greater comfort during elevated cruising phases.
• Mild Range Profile: Practical routes spanned regional distances, connecting crucial cities in Ecuador.
• Historical Operator: SAN (San Ecuador) served important local and possibly cross-border flights.

How to Implement This Repaint

Before installing this repaint, make sure you have Rick Piper’s Vickers Viscount base package installed in your Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 directory. Extract the texture folder labeled “SAN” into the main Viscount 800 aircraft folder. Then, add the configuration entry below to your aircraft.cfg file, ensuring the [fltsim.x] index matches your existing numbering.

[fltsim.0]
title=Vickers Viscount 800 SAN
sim=
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=SAN
checklists=
ui_manufacturer=Vickers
ui_type=Viscount 800
ui_variation=SAN
visual_damage=1
atc_heavy=0
atc_id=HC-ASP
atc_airline=SAN
atc_flight_number=800
atc_parking_types=
atc_parking_codes=
description=The Vickers Viscount marked a cornerstone in turboprop airliner evolution, debuting in the late 1940s and serving both domestic and international routes with unique comfort and reliability.

Additional Notes

Ensure that you keep the model and panel references free of conflicting data to prevent visual issues. This repaint focuses on authenticity, reflecting the airline’s distinctive aesthetic. The final in-flight appearance draws attention to the unique silhouette and turboprop details of the Viscount series.

Enjoy the detailed artwork in your simulator and experience the charm of the turboprop era. Original model by Rick Piper; repaint by Alex Colka.