FSX Southwest Airlines 'Colorado One' Boeing 737-700W

This specialized freeware release offers a faithful virtual rendition of a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-700W in the commemorative “Colorado One” color scheme, complete with unique graphics reflecting the state’s renowned flag. Created by Project Open Sky and meticulously repainted by Mathieu Vos (APSS), this standalone package includes the full base model for a seamless installation into FSX.

Distinctive Color Design and Model Background

Southwest Airlines introduced the real “Colorado One” artwork to celebrate the carrier’s commitment to the state of Colorado. The Boeing 737-700 (part of Boeing’s Next Generation series) is a short- to medium-haul workhorse, recognized for its reliability, efficient fuel usage, and passenger-friendly cabin. This simulation model replicates those key traits, but also shines with the vibrant Colorado-themed exterior, which sets it apart from standard 737 liveries.

Advanced Simulation Features

• Comprehensive animation set for ailerons, elevators, and rudder for lifelike control surface movement.
• Detailed suspension modeling that includes front gear steering, providing realistic ground handling.
• Accurate trim behavior (trim animation) reflecting real pilot inputs.
• Full range of interactive doors, including passenger and service doors.
• Wing flex that dynamically adjusts during variable flight conditions.
• Animated bogies with tilt functionality and rolling wheels contributing to authentic touchdown physics.
• Thrust reversers rendered with realistic deployment sequences.
• Reflective textures with material-specific reflection levels for a convincing external finish.
• Precisely modeled flight dynamics, optimized for performance and tested with pilot feedback.
• Accurate spoiler deployment synchronized with flaps and speed brakes.
• High-resolution exterior textures that illustrate every detail of the Colorado One paint scheme.
• Full night lighting for both external and internal views.
• Landing and taxi lights made visible from within the cockpit environment, improving nighttime immersion.
• Reflective cockpit windows offering external and internal visual clarity.
• Crash effects integrated into the model for an extra level of simulation realism.
• Transparent navigation light lenses that produce believable nighttime beacon and strobe effects.

Preparation and Placement

All core files are contained in this package for immediate use. To install, extract the included Texture folder into the appropriate Project Open Sky Boeing 737-700 directory. Then, update the aircraft.cfg file with the new texture entry provided. This method ensures that the “Colorado One” livery is correctly recognized by the simulator upon loading.

Repaint by Mathieu Vos (APSS). Model by Project Open Sky.

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