FSX Air Baltic CSeries CS300 V3

The latest revision of this freeware aircraft package provides a refined rendition of the Air Baltic CSeries CS300, also recognized as the Bombardier CS300. Created by CamSim (version 3) and featuring external paintwork by Camil Valiquette, this release includes dimension refinements and a seamlessly integrated suite of ground support animations. Pilots who enjoy operating modern, efficient short-to-medium-haul jets in FSX will appreciate how the model captures the essence of airBaltic’s fleet while bringing enhanced visual alignment and operational detail.

Recalibrated Aircraft Geometry and Custom Exterior Features

The development team meticulously updated the model’s dimensions to better reflect the real-world CS300 profile. This approach ensures that wingspan, fuselage length, and engine placement align more closely with actual Bombardier specifications. Material textures enrich the overall appearance by highlighting structural elements such as the cockpit windows and passenger door outlines.

Introduced Animated Ground Servicing (AGS)

One highlight of this add-on is the inclusion of Animated Ground Servicing. [AGS refers to the in-simulator system that depicts various ground vehicles and tools interacting with the aircraft]. By pressing specific commands, you can deploy or stow passenger stairs, open cargo hatches, and manage auxiliary service equipment, lending an immersive real-world feel to every turnaround operation.

Important Steps for FSX Integration

1. Extract the entire aircraft folder into the “Airplane” directory within your FSX installation. This step copies all essential files into the correct location.
2. If you have not previously installed any of Camil Valiquette’s other AGS-enabled aircraft, extract the Effects.zip contents into your main FSX “Effects” directory. These files control the nighttime illumination and ground service lighting effects.

Animation Triggers and Control Mappings

Flight deck crews can activate the doors and ground services using these keyboard shortcuts:

• Shift + E toggles the primary passenger doors.
• Shift + D operates the cargo section hatches.
• Shift + C initiates and concludes the external ground servicing animations.

Assigning Additional Commands

To fully utilize every animation, map the following commands in your FSX menu (Options > Settings > Controls > Buttons/Keys > Change Assignment):

Wing fold/unfold

Bind to Shift + C to manage overall servicing animations.

Tail hook up/down

Bind to Shift + D for cargo door control.

Key Highlights for Enthusiasts

• Fully refined geometry for an authentic Bombardier CSeries CS300 impression under the Air Baltic livery.
• Detailed paint scheme developed by Camil Valiquette to mirror airBaltic’s real-life color palette.
• AGS deployment for immersive ground handling, including interactive loading and passenger boarding capabilities.
• Easy, folder-based installation designed to minimize setup complexity for FSX users.

This all-in-one freeware package offers a comprehensive way to simulate airBaltic operations in FSX without needing extra model files. By representing the efficient and modern CS300, this release from CamSim and Camil Valiquette delivers an engaging flying experience that aligns with contemporary airliner practices.

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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