FSX Chicago And Southern Airlines DC-3

This repaint adds an authentic Chicago and Southern Airlines livery to the modified Douglas DC-3 by James Eden and Jon Murchison, specifically for Microsoft Flight Simulator X. It is a free add-on repaint, and the base freeware model is not included—simmers will need to download the appropriate DC-3 files for full functionality. Gary Harper created the texture set, which accurately reflects the transitional era when the DC-3 was a pivotal airliner. This classic aircraft once helped shape commercial aviation during the 1930s and 1940s with its dependable design and unmatched versatility.

Historic Carrier and Technical Craft Details

Chicago and Southern Airlines, once a prominent airline in the mid-20th century, served numerous routes across the United States with dependable aircraft. The iconic Douglas DC-3, known for its robust airframe and cabin comforts (such as heated interiors and in-flight lavatory facilities), revolutionized air travel by offering a solid balance of payload capacity, range, and speed. This add-on provides an opportunity for enthusiasts to fly a piece of history, updated to fit within the modern simulator environment.

Key Livery Highlights

• Authentic Textures: Realistic markings that showcase the airline’s branding style and original color scheme.
• Historical Accuracy: Design cues taken from reference materials of 1940s liveries to ensure an accurate depiction.
• Freeware Friendly: Configured for the freeware DC-3 model base (AS4SUMJE.ZIP required) and seamlessly integrates with James Eden and Jon Murchison’s modifications.

Installation References

To install, first ensure that the AS4SUMJE.ZIP package is readily available, since these Chicago and Southern Airlines textures depend on that freeware base model. Then, place the cs folder within the appropriate texture directory of the DC-3 aircraft files. Verify that the folder naming conventions match exactly. Once done, update your aircraft.cfg by adding the dedicated repaint entry.

Aircraft Configuration Details

Paste the following snippet into your aircraft.cfg, replacing xx with the next sequential number under the [fltsim] sections:

[fltsim.xx]
title=Douglas DC-3 Chicago & Southern Airlines
sim=Douglas_DC3
model=reg
panel=
sound=
texture=cs
kb_checklists=Douglas_DC3_check
kb_reference=Douglas_DC3_ref
atc_id=
ui_manufacturer="Awesome 4 Some"
ui_type="DC-3"
ui_variation=Chicago & Southern
ui_typerole="Twin Engine Prop"
ui_createdby="Microsoft Corporation, modified by James Eden"
description="The Douglas DC-3 revolutionized air transportation and airline service during the 1930s and 1940s. It was a luxury airliner that boasted cabin heat and running water in its on-board lavatory. With the right balance of efficiency, range, speed, and payload, the DC-3 was the first aircraft to earn a profit for its owners just by carrying passengers. The hero of early airlines, a handful of DC-3s are still at work today."

Make certain that each parameter is accurately entered, because even small typos can cause issues with recognizing this livery in-sim. Once installed correctly, you will see the Chicago and Southern Airlines DC-3 repaint listed among your available variation choices in Microsoft Flight Simulator X.

Additional Notes

• No core model is included in this repaint download, so the freeware base package from Fly Away Simulation is essential.
• Ensure compatibility or updates for the DC-3 modifications by James Eden and Jon Murchison before installing.
• All credit for the texture work goes to Gary Harper, who meticulously rendered the details for this airline repaint.