FSX Thomson Boeing 787-8 V4

This thoughtfully crafted package replicates the Thomson Boeing 787-8 with version 4 enhancements for FSX. It includes refined wing root geometry, enlarged passenger doors, adjusted window contours, expanded air-duct animations, and supplemental communication and satellite antenna fittings. Furthermore, it features remarkable Animated Ground Servicing (AGS) capabilities, such as trailers hitching and unhitching from service vehicles, as well as other static visual elements.

Key Improvements in This Edition

• Revised Wing Root: Presents a more natural transition where the wings connect to the fuselage.
• Wider Passenger Doors: Enhances realism by utilizing authentic proportioning and recontoured window shapes.
• Expanded Air-Duct Animations: Adds nuanced visual detail with upgraded duct modeling.
• Upgraded Antenna Configuration: Introduces advanced comm and satellite antenna placements for additional realism.
• AGS Expansion: Incorporates various ground service components, including partial trailer animations.

Installation Details for FSX

1. Extract all files into your chosen “Airplane” folder within the main FSX directory.
2. If this is your first time using one of these AGS aircraft models, also extract the Effects.zip into the FSX root directory so these visual effects go directly into the “Effects” folder.
3. If you already have an AGS aircraft from the same developer, you can skip any duplicate effect package steps.

Animation Functions and Settings

To access the Animated Ground Servicing features, use the following keyboard inputs (make sure these assignments have been set in FSX under Options > Settings > Controls > Buttons/Keys):

Shift + E

Opens/closes the passenger air-stair door.

Shift + E + 2

Opens/closes the primary passenger door.

Shift + D

Deploys/retracts cargo doors.

Shift + C

Engages/disengages ground service vehicles and related animations.

• Assign Wing fold/unfold to SHIFT + C.
• Assign Tail hook up/down to SHIFT + D.

Notes on the Aircraft and Developer

The Boeing 787-8, commonly referred to as the Dreamliner, is recognized for its extended range and advanced composite structure, making it suitable for various long-haul routes. This rendition, adorned in Thomson livery, includes a freeware base model fully integrated into this package. Model design and paintwork in this release are courtesy of Camil Valiquette, who focused on accuracy and comprehensive visual fidelity. This aircraft is distributed as freeware, ensuring you have access to the complete package without additional requirements.

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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