FSX Qantas 'Formula 1' Boeing 747-400

This freeware repaint offers a careful representation of Qantas’s “Formula 1” Boeing 747-400, created exclusively for the payware PMDG “Queen of the Skies” model. Produced by developer Mathew Tank, it showcases a unique livery that pays tribute to the airline’s involvement with motorsport. This package is compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator X and enhances immersion for simmers interested in iconic long-haul jets. The original payware aircraft is required and can be acquired from sellers such as our own store.

Distinctive Qantas & Formula 1 Aesthetic

Qantas is widely recognized as the flag carrier of Australia, known for its red tail and kangaroo motif. During the race calendar, the airline introduced this special-themed Boeing 747-400 livery to celebrate its connection with world-class motorsport. The adaptation of the “Formula 1” insignia on the classic 747-400 fuselage delivers a striking appearance while preserving the aircraft’s known features, including its substantial wingspan and unmistakable hump.

Technical Considerations & Engine Notes

This repaint is intended for the General Electric (GE) engine variant of the 747-400. In real-world operations, VH-OEB comes equipped with GE powerplants that offer strong performance on ultra-long-haul routes. When installed in the PMDG payware package, this livery preserves the avionics and cockpit fidelity typical of PMDG’s high-fidelity simulation modeling.

Step-by-Step Repaint Setup

• Place the texture folder: Insert the texture.Qantas VH-XXX directory into your existing PMDG747-400 aircraft folder.
• Update the aircraft.cfg: Open your aircraft.cfg file, locate the correct [fltsim] sequence, and paste in the entry below. Adjust the [fltsim.XX] line numerically to match the next available slot.

[fltsim.XX]
title=PMDG - 747-400 GE Qantas Formula 1 Grand Prix Livery
sim=B747-400
model=GE
panel=VC
sound=GE
texture=Qantas VH-OEB F1
kb_checklists=PMDG747-400_CHECK
atc_id_color=0xffffffff
atc_id=VH-OEB
atc_airline=Qantas
atc_flight_number=744
ui_manufacturer=BOEING
ui_type=747-400 GE
ui_variation=Qantas VH-OEB F1
ui_typerole=747-400
ui_createdby="PMDG"
visual_damage=0
description=Boeing 747-400 powered with RB-211 engines v 1.0\nPrecision Manuals Development Group\nProduced under license from Boeing Management Company.\n\nBoeing 747, 747-400, the 747 airplane configuration & Boeing are among the trademarks owned by Boeing.
atc_heavy=1
LongAntenna=1
LongAntenna2=0

Additional Remarks

Please note that this repaint does not include the complete aircraft model. The overarching simulation package from PMDG “Queen of the Skies” is a payware product that must be obtained separately. This add-on simply adds the Formula 1 Qantas livery, reflecting the airline’s tradition of showcasing vibrant paint schemes.

Credit to the Creator

All repaint work is courtesy of Mathew Tank who meticulously designed every aspect of this livery for flight simulation enthusiasts. Experienced simmers looking to expand their Qantas fleet will find this design particularly captivating, especially for transcontinental and international routes in Microsoft Flight Simulator X.