FSX Ryanair Boeing 737-800 IE-CNT Vodafone Livery

This repaint showcases a distinctive red paint scheme prominently associated with Vodafone, applied to Ryanair’s Boeing 737-800 bearing the registration IE-CNT. Created by Tex Connolly, it is designed exclusively for the default 737-800 in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. These texture files do not include the base model, so ensure you have the freeware original installed. The necessary package can be located in the Fly Away Simulation library.

Notable Features of the Special Paint Scheme

This livery brings a promotional look to the short-to-medium-haul 737 family. The fuselage and tail sport vibrant branding that contrasts with typical airline color patterns. This particular series (the 737-800) is recognized for its efficient CFM engines and single-aisle layout, which fits perfectly with Ryanair’s high-density seating arrangement. This Irish low-fare carrier has historically featured such striking designs to highlight special partnerships, making this repaint a unique addition to any virtual fleet.

Installing the Red-Themed Textures

Add the unzipped texture folder into the existing “SimObjects\Airplanes\B737-800” directory. Then update your aircraft.cfg using the sample entry below. Replace the x with the appropriate sequence number to avoid overlapping with any existing entries.

• Copy the folder named texture.vodafone directly into the Boeing 737-800 directory.
• Open aircraft.cfg in a plain text editor and paste the section below, ensuring the [fltsim.x] value is adjusted.

[fltsim.x]
title=Boeing 737-800 Ryanair Vodafone
sim=Boeing737-800
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=vodafone
kb_checklists=Boeing737-800_check
kb_reference=Boeing737-800_ref
atc_id=IE-CNT
atc_airline=RYANAIR
atc_flight_number=FR42
ui_manufacturer="Boeing"
ui_type="737-800"
ui_variation="Ryanair Vodafone"
ui_typerole="Commercial Airliner"
ui_createdby="Tex Connolly"
description="Originally launched in the late 1960s, the 737 series steadily evolved into one of the most successful jetliners in commercial aviation. By 1987, it surpassed the iconic 727 in total orders. Despite facing early production challenges, the 737 remains a leading design, serving countless routes with remarkable reliability. This repaint represents IE-CNT, featuring an eye-catching Vodafone scheme made famous by Ryanair's special promotional partnerships."

Insights Into the Real Boeing 737-800 and Ryanair

The -800 variant is a staple of global carriers due to its extended range and competitive operating costs. Ryanair, known for its point-to-point routes across Europe, often employs custom promotional schemes on select airframes. In this case, the bright red details reference a marketing collaboration that turned heads on the apron. When loaded into the simulator, the strong contrast of the red fuselage details and Ryanair markings helps it stand out during virtual gate operations and in-flight views.

Important Note

This repaint is freeware. The base aircraft package (default 737-800) must already be installed to use these textures. Find the freeware model within the Fly Away Simulation repository, install it, then add this repaint using the instructions above.