FSX Olympic Airlines Airbus A320-200

This free add-on provides a detailed Olympic Airlines Airbus A320-200 model (registration SX-OAT) featuring commemorative Olympic Committee markings. Created by Project Airbus and repainted by Mathieu Vos (APSS), it delivers a thorough simulation experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator X with numerous visual and technical refinements that replicate real-world operational nuances.

Historic Greek Carrier Influence

Olympic Airlines, once Greece’s flagship airline, operated several Airbus A320 family aircraft for short to medium routes. This particular variant, bearing distinct Olympic Committee stickers, reflects the national pride associated with major athletic events and provides a realistic glimpse into the era when this livery was prominent in European airspaces.

Visual and Functional Highlights

• Idle Reverse Animation: Engine reversers shift to a partially open position under low power.
• Animated Vents and Valves: Pack vents and the pressurization outflow valve move appropriately during different phases of flight.
• Refined Wingflex Dynamics: The wing structure responds to ground spoilers, varying fuel loads, and changing angles of attack.
• Enhanced Surface Gloss: Upgraded dynamic shine provides more authentic reflections on the fuselage and wings.
• Revised Wing Components: Structural parts have been reworked for improved realism and accurate proportions.
• Discreet Antenna Removal: A flexible method hides certain antennas when not needed, preserving the aerodynamic profile.
• Fully Represented Engine Interiors: Fans are partly transparent at higher rpm with dedicated windmilling behaviors.
• Double Strobe Configuration: Tailored strobe systems replicate standard airline flash patterns.
• Authentic Control Surface Droop: When engines are off, flight control surfaces droop in a manner that reflects real mechanical behavior.
• Nose Wheel Steering Control: Customized code ensures steering angles feel more fluid in tight ground maneuvers.
• Rudder Sensitivity: Wind influences the rudder’s resting state during droop, adding another layer of realism.

Additional Technical Refinements

• Improved fan animations with smooth transitions.
• Enhanced reaction to changing payloads and spoiler deployment.
• Multiple minor fixes and constant tweaks for a stable simulation environment.

Installation Procedure

• Unpack the downloaded folder into the “SimObjects > Airplanes” directory of your Microsoft Flight Simulator X setup.
• Open the “Effects” folder included with this package and copy its content into your main FSX “Effects” folder.

All essential base model components from Project Airbus are bundled in this freeware release, ensuring a streamlined experience. This repaint by Mathieu Vos (APSS) accurately depicts the spirit of Olympic Airlines and brings a level of authenticity suited for dedicated virtual aviators.