FS2004 Transportes Aereos Squella C-46C (Red Colour)

Expand your virtual hangar in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 with this finely detailed repaint reflecting a striking red scheme once flown by Transportes Aereos Squella. This specialized livery is created to fit the freeware Curtiss C-46C model from C-46_COM.ZIP and adds an authentic flair to your classic cargo and passenger operations. Paintwork by Osvaldo Martinez pays homage to a bygone era of aviation while showcasing the robust nature of the Curtiss C-46 platform, originally engineered for endurance in diverse conditions.

Curtiss C-46C Red Exterior for Retro Routes

The Curtiss C-46C (also referred to as the Commando) gained popularity as a twin-engine transport aircraft, known for carrying heavy loads throughout numerous global routes. Transportes Aereos Squella was a small Chilean carrier that employed machines like the C-46 for both passenger and freight services, especially in territories requiring reliable lift capabilities. By integrating this repaint, flight simulation enthusiasts can recreate the operation style of smaller regional airlines that thrived in challenging environments, often bridging remote aerodromes and major airports.

Key Features of This Repaint

• High-fidelity red livery: Showcases the vivid coloration once used by Transportes Aereos Squella.
• Historical authenticity: Recreates the look of an airline historically serving cargo and passenger routes within demanding flight scenarios.
• Compatible freeware base model: Designed to be installed alongside JR Lucariny’s C-46_COM.ZIP model (freely available).
• Recommended cockpit panel: Merges seamlessly with the panel setup from C46.ZIP, featuring additional modifications tailored in this repaint package.

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Installation Steps

Before applying these textures, ensure you have downloaded and installed the freeware base model from the Fly Away Simulation library. Then proceed with the following instructions:

1. Unzip and copy the texture folder labeled "TASrojo" into your existing C-46 aircraft folder.
2. Open the aircraft.cfg file (found within your C-46 folder) and add the lines below, making sure to adjust [fltsim.x] to the next available number.

[fltsim.x]
title=Curtiss C-46 Transportes Aereos Squella (Amarillo)
sim=C46come
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=TASrojo
kb_checklists=
ui_manufacturer=Curtiss
ui_type=C-46C
ui_variation=Transportes Aereos Squella (Rojo)
atc_heavy=0
atc_id=CC-CEX
atc_airline=TAS
atc_flight_number=14
description=Model by JR Lucariny. Repainted by Osvaldo Martinez

Once added, save the changes to your aircraft.cfg and launch Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. Select the Curtiss C-46C equipped with these red textures, and you will be ready to simulate vintage transport flights under the same airline markings once used in South American skies.