FSX Cessna Skywagon C185F Amphibian N60871

This add-on provides a faithful repaint of the amphibian Cessna Skywagon C185F, replicating the real-world US Skywagon registered as N60871. Created by Richard Luycx for the payware Carenado model, it brings an authentic exterior finish to Microsoft Flight Simulator X. This repaint captures the distinct color scheme and markings of this particular aircraft, which also operated in a wheeled configuration but is presented here with float-equipped capabilities.

Amphibian Adaptation and Real-World Heritage

The original Cessna 185, commonly labeled as the Skywagon, is a high-wing single-engine aircraft known for its rugged performance and versatility in many flight environments. In its amphibian configuration, this C185F can operate from both paved runways and water surfaces, creating a broad range of simulated missions. The real N60871 flew across various regions, showcasing the practicality of amphib floats for bush flying and remote-area landings.

Key Exterior Details

This new texture set focuses on the vibrant real-life livery unique to N60871. The detailed paint job displays subtle weathering marks around panel lines, plus accurate registration lettering. It preserves the hallmark styling features Carenado integrated into their payware model, while adding specific decals to capture the amphibian form. It relies on Carenado’s advanced visual modeling to portray reflective surfaces and float components.

Installation Guidelines

1. Extract the contents of the archive to a temporary folder on your computer.
2. Locate your Carenado C185F Amphibian directory, typically found under:
   (...SimObjects/Airplanes/Carenado C185F Amphibian)
3. Move the “texture.N60871_A” folder into the aircraft’s main folder specified above.
4. Open the aircraft.cfg file in a text editor. Copy the snippet below and paste it under the existing [fltsim] entries, making sure to update “XX” with the next sequential number:

[fltsim.XX]
title=C185F SKYWAGON N60871 Amphibian
sim=Carenado_C185
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=N60871_A
kb_checklists=C185_check
kb_reference=C185_ref
atc_id=N60871
ui_manufacturer="Carenado"
ui_type="C185F"
ui_variation="N60871 Amphibian"
ui_createdby="Carenado"
ui_typerole="Highwing single Engine Prop"
description="Repaint by Ricardo July 2012."
atc_heavy=0
atc_airline=
atc_flight_number=
atc_id_color=0x00000000
atc_id_font=Verdana,-11,1,600,0
visual_damage=0

Important Notes

This texture pack is designed exclusively for the payware Carenado C185F model, which must be obtained through a trusted add-on store such as SimShack. Only the repaint files are included in this download. Once installed, sim pilots can enjoy the flexibility of water and land operations in direct homage to the real N60871’s amphibious missions.

Authored by Richard Luycx; original aircraft model by Carenado. Experience the unique freedom of an amphibious Skywagon and fly wherever your adventures lead.