FSX Cathy Pacific Airbus A350-900 V4

This freeware package brings together CamSim’s fourth rendition of the wide-bodied Airbus A350-900 in the familiar Cathy Pacific livery. It integrates animated service vehicles, new visual details, and a range of interactive features specifically tuned for FSX. The model design and exterior paintwork are crafted by Camil Valiquette, and the overall structure provides a comprehensive representation of the airliner’s long-distance capabilities.

Refinements in Version 4

In this updated release, you will see additional Animated Ground Servicing elements. Trucks now connect and disconnect trailers, and more static components enrich the ramp environment. These enhancements create a busier ramp scene that closely mirrors real-world turnaround operations.

Installation Guide for FSX Users

• Extract all contents from the downloaded archive into your “Airplane” subdirectory within the FSX installation folder.
• If you have not previously installed an aircraft from CamSim featuring AGS, decompress the Effects.zip file into the FSX base folder. This places critical lighting elements in the correct “Effects” directory.

Activating Ground Animations

The following key inputs control various movable doors and service equipment:

• Shift + E opens and closes the passenger boarding door labeled M2 (with integrated stairs).
• Shift + E + 2 toggles the primary cabin entry door M1. (It also initializes certain FSX default ground animations.)
• Shift + D manipulates the cargo doors on the lower fuselage.
• Shift + C commences or ends further ramp vehicle sequences.

Setting Up Key Assignments

To ensure these commands function properly, adjust your button/key settings under FSX by navigating to Options > Settings > Controls > Buttons/Keys > Change Assignment:

Wing fold/unfold:

Map to Shift + C

Tail hook up/down:

Map to Shift + D

Airliner Insights

The Airbus A350-900 is a twin-engine, wide-body design often employed for extensive long-haul routes. Cathy Pacific’s adaptation showcases a distinctive blend of aerodynamic refinements and efficient engines. This virtual edition aims to replicate the operational authenticity by integrating dynamic service vehicles, as well as interactive doors and stairways. Each component is intended to enhance immersion for simmers who value realistic ground operations.

With the base model included, you can install and fly without additional downloads or dependencies. Thanks to Camil Valiquette for delivering yet another rendition of this aircraft, ensuring advanced detail and a faithful depiction of its exterior features. Pilots and enthusiasts can enjoy a free-to-use package with highly detailed animations that remain fully compatible with FSX standards.

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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