FSX Star Air (Maersk) Boeing 767-204 (BDSF)

Experience a meticulously designed Boeing 767-200 freighter that brings the Star Air (Maersk) livery into Microsoft Flight Simulator X with remarkable fidelity. This complete package showcases the SkySpirit2010 model, meticulously repainted by Paul Craig, and incorporates a functional virtual cockpit based on the default 737-800 resources included in FSX. Each detail of Star Air’s cargo fleet operations has been recreated, allowing virtual captains to explore an authentic representation of the carrier’s OY-SRK registration (c/n 23072/107). The add-on includes refined animations, custom configuration panels, and various adjustments that elevate the freighter experience.

Technical Spotlight on the Boeing 767-200 (BDSF)

The Boeing 767-200 airframe is well-regarded for its twin-engine wide-body design, offering reliable performance in many cargo fleets worldwide. Star Air, affiliated with the A.P. Moller–Maersk Group, operates these aircraft primarily for freight transport. This model integrates the appropriate General Electric CF6-80A engines, aligning with real-world specifications. Enthusiasts can analyze wingflex behavior, appreciate the larger cargo door structures, and manage flight systems with precision.

Enhanced Cockpit and Aircraft Configuration

This release leverages the FSX default 737-800 cockpit configuration for both the virtual cockpit (VC) and 2D panel. However, alterations have been made to include the Posky (SkySpirit/Project Open Sky) utility and animation control panels, allowing users to manage various cargo operations:

• Shift+1: Engages the port-side forward passenger door.
• Shift+2: Activates the starboard-side rear cargo door.
• Shift+3: Opens the port-side cargo entry.
• Shift+4: Accesses the port-side rear cargo hatch.

You can also utilize the integrated Posky Utility panel to toggle these doors. This panel helps coordinate ground support elements such as a tow truck, cargo loaders, and other ancillary equipment. Additionally, the package includes an update for wingflex and aileron animations—maintaining more realistic aerodynamic movement throughout flight maneuvers.

Model Specifics and Known Quirks

The FSX-optimized model is mandatory for proper VC functionality, which is why a separate FS9 model cannot be substituted here. One minor anomaly involves the Satcom dome stationed atop the fuselage, which persists in both visible and shadowed form, since the alpha channel adjustments for the “Antenna” texture do not affect the FSX model. Users should note this limitation, as the FS9-native build does not share this issue but lacks VC compatibility in Microsoft Flight Simulator X.

Installation Guidelines

1. Extract: Unzip the downloaded archive to a temporary directory.
2. Aircraft Folder: Place the “Boeing 767-200 GE CF6-80A SSP2010” folder into the FSX Airplanes directory (commonly found under Program Files (x86)/Microsoft Games/Microsoft Flight Simulator X/SimObjects/Airplanes).
3. Effects Folder: Move all items from the enclosed “Effects” folder to your simulator’s Effects directory located by default in C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Microsoft Flight Simulator X\Effects.
4. Posky Utility Icon: The panel includes a shortcut for the Posky Utility, enabling you to summon or conceal its control interface.

If you incorporate additional repaints later, ensure that each new texture folder contains a copy of texture.cfg from texture.VC. This step preserves the virtual cockpit textures and prevents missing instrument or panel discrepancies during flights. The authors of this package—SkySpirit2010 (for the base model) and Paul Craig (for the Star Air repaint)—have refined these elements to guarantee a well-rounded freeware experience.