FSX Air Canada Boeing 787-10 V4

This updated package provides a complete freeware rendition of the Air Canada-liveried Boeing 787-10 in CamSim’s version 4 release. It includes a host of refinements, revised geometry, and expanded ground servicing options that replicate real-world procedures. Developed by Camil Valiquette, this download is intended for FSX users seeking both visual accuracy and functional realism.

Refinements in the Latest Release

CamSim’s version 4 improves the aircraft’s wing root design, which helps portray a more authentic aerodynamic profile in the simulator. The passenger doors are now wider, and the window placements have been adjusted to reflect actual Dreamliner layout specifications. In addition, expanded animated air ducts, along with multiple updated communication and satellite antenna models, further enhance the external fidelity. AGS (Animated Ground Servicing) has also been upgraded by adding extra animation sequences; for instance, trucks seamlessly connect and disconnect trailers, while various static features bring extra immersion during turnaround operations.

Notable Aircraft Characteristics

The Boeing 787-10 is recognized as the largest member of the Dreamliner family, offering extended passenger capacity and range. Air Canada, being the nation’s flag carrier, has implemented these aircraft to optimize their long-haul services with improved fuel efficiency and advanced cabin features. In the simulator, these attributes stand out through the enhanced model details and carefully engineered animations provided by CamSim.

Installation Procedure for FSX

• Extract all contents into the main “Airplane” directory found under your FSX installation folder. This step places the aircraft in the correct location for immediate access in the simulator.
• If you have not previously installed any CamSim AGS aircraft, unpack the Effects.zip (night lighting effects) into your main FSX directory. These effects should reside in the “Effects” folder to ensure proper night-time illumination.

Activating the Ground Service Animations

The ground service features, known as AGS, simulate real cabin and cargo operations. Using specific key combinations, you can manage the interactive doors and trucks:

Shift + E

Toggles the passenger stairs door (M2).

Shift + E + 2

Opens or closes the front passenger entry (M1), which also triggers the default FSX ground handling features.

Shift + D

Operates the cargo doors for baggage loading or unloading.

Shift + C

Starts or ends the visual ground service animations, including the vehicle connections.

Key Assignments in FSX

To fully utilize these animations, verify that your FSX controls are set up properly. Within the simulator:

• Go to “Options > Settings > Controls > Buttons/Keys > Change Assignment.”
• Assign the Wing fold/unfold command to Shift + C.
• Assign the Tail hook up/down command to Shift + D.

Once configured, the detailed AGS functionalities will be operational, letting you experience a more realistic workflow around the aircraft gates. The integrated package designed and painted by Camil Valiquette offers an excellent balance between simulation complexity and ease of use, making this a valuable freeware addition for anyone looking to explore the largest Dreamliner variant in their FSX environment.

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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