FSX Thomson Boeing 787-8 G-TUIB V4

This fourth iteration of the freeware Thomson Boeing 787-8 G-TUIB “Alfie” captures the innovative spirit of the Dreamliner series by incorporating upgraded external details, multiple new animations, and a highly refined model design. Developed and painted by Camil Valiquette (CamSim), this package showcases enhanced structures such as revised wing roots, larger passenger doors, and newly shaped windows to elevate realism for virtual pilots. It also includes sophisticated ground service sequences that bring an added layer of immersion to your FSX flights.

Refined External Modeling and Innovative Details

CamSim version 4 introduces newly contoured wing roots, widened door frames, and redefined cockpit and cabin window placements that align more closely with the real-world Thomson 787-8. Designers have equipped this aircraft with supplementary animated air ducts, expanded communication (comm) arrays, and additional satellite antenna components. These refinements heighten visual accuracy for anyone seeking an in-depth simulation experience.

Comprehensive Ground Service Animations

Based on CamSim’s Animated Ground Servicing (AGS) implementation, this rendition depicts a variety of scenes including trucks coupling and decoupling trailers. These sophisticated AGS details simulate a bustling ramp environment. From cargo doors in motion to deployable passenger stairways, each element has been crafted to synchronize with correct aircraft transitions and realistic timing.

Flexible Setup Procedure in FSX

1. Base Install: Extract the entire content into your “Airplane” directory inside FSX. The exact directory path may differ depending on your individual simulator setup.
2. Night Effects: If you have not used one of Camil Valiquette’s AGS aircraft previously, locate and unzip Effects.zip into your root FSX directory. These files activate custom lighting features.

Key Animations and Control Assignments

To maintain maximum authenticity, certain interactions require dedicated key commands. Below is a summary of recommended settings within the FSX “Settings > Controls > Buttons/Keys” menu:

• Wing fold/unfold (Shift + C): Toggles specialized ground service animations.
• Tail hook up/down (Shift + D): Manages cargo door sequences.

Beyond these bindings, you can access the following animations:

Passenger Air Stairs Door (Shift + E)

Deploys or retracts an external stairway for boarding.

Passenger First Door (Shift + E + 2)

Opens or closes the primary passenger entry point.

Cargo Doors (Shift + D)

Makes the cargo holds accessible for loading procedures.

AGS Start/End (Shift + C)

Activates or halts all ground service activities.

Why This “Alfie” Delivery Stands Out

Carrying the registration G-TUIB and known by its nickname “Alfie,” this model symbolizes the next-generation design of the Boeing 787 family, a long-haul aircraft prized for fuel efficiency and passenger comfort. Under the Thomson livery, the aircraft delivers a faithful representation of its real-world counterpart, delivering subtle details that flight simulator enthusiasts will appreciate during extended virtual routes.

Designed and painted by Camil Valiquette and available as freeware, this full package merges upgraded exterior modeling, balanced flight dynamics, and immersive operations. It stands as an excellent choice for those wishing to experience the unique attributes of Thomson’s Boeing 787-8 fleet in FSX.

Complementing Files & Dependencies

This add-on mentions the following files below in its description. It may be dependent on these files in order to function properly. It's possible that this is a repaint and the dependency below is the base package.

You may also need to download the following files:

• effects.zip

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