KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 737-800 PH-BXZ

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has a long tradition of updating its fleet’s appearance, and this freeware repaint showcases their refreshed Boeing 737-800 (registration PH-BXZ) in the carrier’s striking new color scheme. Painted by Elmar Westra, this modification incorporates realistic textures, advanced animations, and an array of custom features that enrich your flights within Microsoft Flight Simulator X or other compatible platforms.

KLM’s Distinctive Boeing 737-800 Details

This particular airframe, nicknamed “Owl,” proudly bears KLM’s updated livery, a design intended to revitalize the entire 737 fleet by the end of 2017. Established in 1919, KLM remains one of the most experienced airlines in the world, connecting Amsterdam to global destinations with its modern narrow-body fleet, including the 737 Next Generation series. The 737-800 variant is favored for medium-range routes and features state-of-the-art avionics paired with efficient CFM56 engines.

Refinement Through Visual Enhancements

• High-Resolution Textures: Uses 32-bit paint files for crisp details and accurate color saturation.
• Opening Doors and Cargo Doors: Provides authentic ramp handling scenarios, improving immersion.
• Dynamic Shine and Effects: Depicts realistic reflections and surface highlights.
• Wing Flex Responding to Turbulence: Simulates structural movement during flight.
• Accurate Flight Dynamics: Delivers performance parameters originally tuned for the 737NG family.

Visual Preview and Model Requirements

This repaint relies on the Tenkuu Developers Studio (TDS) Boeing 737-800 base model, which can be located in the Fly Away Simulation library. If you are already using a previous livery by the same painter, you can safely overwrite any existing textures to update them.

Installation Steps

1. Extract the contents of the downloaded package to a temporary folder.
2. Copy the “Texture.KLM_PH-BXZ” folder into your TDS 737-800 directory (the folder name may vary).
3. Open “Aircraft.cfg” in a text editor, then insert the following entry, adjusting “XX” to your preferred sequence number:

[fltsim.XX]
title=FREEWARE_(C)_TDS_16AUG2013_738_CFM56-7B--W2_+A0000_+D00_+B0 KLM New 2014 Livery 737-800 PH-BXZ
sim=TDSBoeing737-800w
model=B--W2
panel=
sound=
texture=KLM_PH-BXZ
kb_checklists=Boeing737-800_check
kb_reference=Boeing737-800_ref
atc_id=PH-BXZ
atc_airline=KLM
atc_flight_number=738
atc_heavy=0
atc_parking_types=GATE, RAMP
atc_parking_code=KLM
ui_variation=KLM Royal Dutch Airlines "PH-BXZ" (NC)
ui_manufacturer=Boeing
ui_type=737-800
ui_typerole=Commercial Airliner
ui_createdby=TDS
description=The Boeing 737NG is Boeing's 3rd generation and latest addition to their 737 lineup. The 737 is a short to medium range, single-isle airliner, which started production in 1996 and entered service in 1998. There are 4 basic variants to the 737NG, which can seat 110 and 210 passengers. It is also available as a cargo aircraft, a quick convertible aircraft, maritime patrol, military airborne radar, and a business jet. Over 4,500 737NG airframes have been sold and delivered around the world. 

Textures by Elmar Westra.

After editing and saving the configuration file, load your simulator to enjoy KLM’s modernized fuselage graphics on the 737-800 platform. The result delivers both an authentic visual impression and flight performance behavior aligned with typical short-to-medium range commercial operations. This repaint reflects the true spirit of KLM’s commitment to innovation, allowing enthusiasts to appreciate the airline’s iconic branding during virtual journeys.