FSX Aurigny Britten-Norman Islander 1988

This release features a freeware repaint of the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander sporting an Aurigny Air Services livery from around 1988. Created by Ian Roussel, it is specifically designed for the payware Flight1/Virtavia BN2 Islander and requires that external payware model to function. In this repaint, classic Aurigny markings are depicted, reflecting a snapshot of the airline’s operations across the Channel Islands during the late 1980s. Enthusiasts of Microsoft Flight Simulator X will appreciate the blend of historical color schemes and authentic detailing throughout.

Repaint Highlights and Background

Ian Roussel meticulously crafted these custom textures to mirror Aurigny's 1988 design choices on the BN-2 airframe. The Britten-Norman brand, known for manufacturing robust utility aircraft, developed the Islander with versatile multi-role capabilities. Although the BN-2 continues to serve diverse operators worldwide, Aurigny Air Services played a significant part in the BN-2’s storied career, often connecting the Channel Islands with the UK mainland and nearby regions.

Payware Model Compatibility

This add-on relies on the Flight1/Virtavia BN2 Islander payware package. The official base model is not included in this download, so you will need to acquire it separately from a payware store such as SimShack. Upon installation into your simulator, this paint scheme will be selectable as a distinct variant within the BN-2 menu options.

Texture Installation Process

The repaint comes as texture files only, so you will need to integrate them into the original aircraft folder. Here is an overview of the setup:

• Open the main BN2 Islander directory, which includes the aircraft.cfg file.
• Back up the aircraft.cfg file before making any modifications.
• Search for the last active repaint block beginning with [fltsim.x].
• Duplicate that section, increment the x by one, then replace the relevant lines with the snippet shown below.
• Ensure the texture= entry points to the folder named Aurigny-1988.

Configuration Code Block

Use a text editor of your choosing (for example, Notepad on Windows) to append the following to your aircraft.cfg:

[fltsim.x]
title=Aurigny Air Services 1988
sim=F1_BN2
model=SN
panel=
sound=
texture=Aurigny-1988
ui_manufacturer=Britten-Norman
ui_type=BN-2B Islander
ui_variation=Aurigny Air Services
ui_typerole="Utility aircraft"
ui_createdby="Flight One Software"
description=Virtavia 2010\n\nThe Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander is a 1960's British light utility aircraft, mainline airliner and cargo aircraft designed and originally manufactured by Britten-Norman of the United Kingdom. The Islander is one of the best-selling commercial aircraft types produced in Europe. Although designed in the 1960s, over 750 are still in service with commercial operators around the world. The aircraft is also used by the Army and Police forces in the United Kingdom and is a popular light transport with over 30 military aviation operators around the world.\n\nEagleskinner repaint inspired by my friend IanP
atc_heavy=0
atc_airline=Aurigny
atc_id=G-AXWP
atc_flight_number=801
visual_damage=0
kb_checklists=BN2_check
kb_reference=BN2_re

Noteworthy Features

Authentic Aurigny 1988 Emblems

All logos and markings are placed to replicate the airline’s late-1980s branding on this famed short-haul aircraft.

Period-Correct Color Palette

The fuselage, tailfin, and wing surfaces reflect the typical yellow and white combination used by Aurigny Air Services at that time.

Quick Configuration

The texture folder setup streamlines installation, while the aircraft.cfg additions integrate seamlessly with the payware model.

Developer Acknowledgments

This repaint package bears the hallmark of Ian Roussel, who dedicated time to reconstruct the vintage livery. Special thanks to the Flight1/Virtavia team for their BN2 base platform, as well as Eagleskinner for the inspiration behind repainting approaches. Their combined efforts ensure a faithful depiction of the Islander’s timeless qualities within Microsoft Flight Simulator X.