FSX Virgin Australia Regional Airbus A320

This specialized repaint reflects the iconic branding of Virgin Australia’s Regional division, adapted exclusively for the freeware FAIB Airbus A320 model. The package, prepared by Mariano Bonaccorso, incorporates detailed textures that integrate seamlessly within Microsoft Flight Simulator X. It provides enthusiasts with an authentic depiction of an aircraft often employed to connect remote communities and major city hubs.

Key Features and Technical Details

• Accurate Livery Layout: The visuals closely mirror the real-world Virgin Australia color scheme, implementing high-resolution graphics on the A320’s fuselage and other exterior components.
• Multi-Simulator Compatibility: Textures are supplied in widely supported DDS and BMP formats, ensuring readiness for both FSX and FS9 setups.
• Optional Targa Files: Included for those wanting full control over conversion without compromising image quality.

Installation Workflow

Placing Repaint Textures

Copy the texture folder into the correct aircraft directory supplied with the FAIB A320 base package. Next, open the configuration file within that same aircraft folder.

Modifying Aircraft Configuration

Add a new entry similar to the sample shown below, ensuring you replace the “X” with the next sequential number. Tailor any properties (such as atc_airline or title) to reflect your specific simulator’s naming conventions.

[fltsim.X]
title=AI A320 OZW
sim=FAIB_A320
model=IAE
texture=OZW
atc_airline=OZWEST
atc_parking_codes=OZW,VOZ
atc_parking_types=GATE
ui_manufacturer=Airbus
ui_type=A320
ui_variation=Virgin Australia Regional
description=AI Aircraft from FAIB

Key Notes

• Confirm you have the FSX AI Bureau (FAIBA320.ZIP) base model, available in the Fly Away Simulation library.
• Familiarize yourself with the flight simulator’s SDK documentation to adjust the aircraft container settings properly.
• Configure parking codes if you intend to use realistic airline gate assignments within AI traffic programs.

Acknowledgments

This repaint is attributed to FSX AI Bureau for their dependable A320 freeware model. Special thanks go to Mariano Bonaccorso for his meticulous work on the textures showcased here. The add-on is freeware and does not include the base model—be sure to secure that model separately from the Fly Away Simulation mod library to enjoy this repaint in your simulator.

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