FS2004 Bush Flying Unlimited Curtiss C-46A

This freeware repaint brings a Bush Flying Unlimited-themed exterior to the Curtiss C-46A Commando for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. Originally developed in the mid-1940s, the C-46 was a robust twin-engined transport known for operating in remote territories, often delivering cargo and passengers across challenging routes. This particular repaint, crafted by Manuele Villa, showcases distinctive styling that complements rugged adventures in bush flying. It requires the freeware Curtiss C-46A Commando base model by Libardo Guzman and CalClassic, which is available in the Fly Away Simulation library as a separate download.

Visual Overview of the Livery

Key Mod Features

• Exclusive Bush Flying Unlimited paint scheme.
• Detailed exterior texture enhancements for high-fidelity visuals.
• Accurate color matching and insignia placement reflecting the BFU theme.
• Seamless integration with the CalClassic Curtiss C-46A model’s framework.

Installation Steps

1. Extract the folder named texture.BFU into the main GA_C-46 directory located within the “Flight Simulator 9/AIRCRAFT/” folder.
2. Open the pre-existing Base texture folder and copy its contents into the newly placed texture.BFU folder. Be sure not to overwrite any current files in the texture.BFU directory.
3. If desired, safeguard your current AIRCRAFT.CFG file by creating a backup. Next, open AIRCRAFT.CFG using a text editor of your choice.
4. Append the following text at the bottom of the existing [flightsim.X] entries and adjust “XX” to the next sequential number:

[fltsim.XX]
title=C46A BUSH FLYING UNLIMITED
sim=C46A
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=BFU
kb_checklists=
kb_reference=c46_ref
atc_id=
ui_manufacturer=Curtiss
ui_type=C-46A Commando
ui_variation=Bush Flying Unlimited
atc_airline=Bush Flying Unlimited
atc_flight_number=N461BF
atc_id=N461BF
atc_heavy=0
description=Thanks to Libardo Guzman, Tom Gibson and the team at California Classic for sharing this wonderful airplane with us. Repaint by Manuele Villa, April 2007.

5. Save your changes to the AIRCRAFT.CFG file.

Additional Notes

• This download includes only the repaint; users must obtain the Curtiss C-46A Commando base package separately.
• Creators: Repaint by Manuele Villa; original model developed by Libardo Guzman and the CalClassic team.

Once installed, you can relish the practical utility that made the Curtiss C-46A a legend in cargo operations and bush missions. Configure your loads and set your flight path for any rough terrain or challenging regional hub you want to explore in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004.