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China Eastern Boeing 737-800W

China Eastern Boeing 737-800W livery brings authentic fleet markings, crisp DDS texture mapping, and accurate winglet-era styling to AI traffic in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. It includes both DDS and optional Targa files for flexibility, and requires the freeware FSX AI Bureau 737-800W base model to display the repaint correctly.

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This release offers a meticulously crafted repaint depicting a China Eastern 737-800 series aircraft, originally designed for the freeware FSX AI Bureau model (faib7378v13.zip). Authored by FSX AI Bureau and painted by Mariano Bonaccorso, this package is tailored for Microsoft Flight Simulator X enthusiasts who want to include a high-fidelity representation of China Eastern’s single-aisle fleet. It does not contain the base model, so you will need to retrieve that freeware file from the Fly Away Simulation library. Below, you will find a concise yet comprehensive dig into the unique features and installation steps.

Distinctive Visual Details

Profile view of China Eastern Boeing 737-800W.

Profile view showcasing the precise China Eastern design.

  • Realistic Markings: The fuselage art highlights authentic airline logos, airline-specific insignias, and detailed surface shading.
  • Winglet Configuration: The model illustrates winglet geometry characteristic of the 737-800W series (the “W” stands for winglets), reducing drag and improving efficiency.
  • Quality Texture Mapping: The repaint assets utilize DDS textures, which correspond directly with the Microsoft Flight Simulator X (FSX) SDK recommendations.
  • Optional Targa File: A Targa version accompanies the DDS files, enabling more flexibility if you prefer an alternative format in your simulator environment.

Implementation Steps

To integrate this livery into the aircraft directory, place the provided texture folder inside the folder for the FSX AI Bureau 737-800 model. After copying the textures, open the aircraft’s configuration text (aircraft.cfg) and introduce the new entry under [fltsim.X]. Substitute “X” with the sequential number following your current liveries. Below is an example block for reference:

[fltsim.X]
title=AI B738W CES
sim=B737NG
model=SN
texture=CES
atc_airline=CHINA EASTERN
atc_id=B-5689
atc_parking_codes=CES
atc_parking_types=GATE
ui_manufacturer=Boeing
ui_type=B737-800W
ui_variation=China Eastern
description=AI Aircraft from FAIB

Make sure to adapt the code snippet to reflect your simulator’s settings. If you are unfamiliar with these steps, consult the documentation associated with both this repaint and the FSX AI Bureau model. Also confirm the correct aircraft container scripting as noted in your simulator’s SDK.

Additional Notes

Developer Credits
FSX AI Bureau provided the original Boeing 737-800 base model, and the repaint textures come from the work of Mariano Bonaccorso.
Base Model Requirement
Since this package only provides the external paint scheme, you need to acquire the freeware 737-800W base model from FSX AI Bureau if it is not already installed.
Airline Heritage
China Eastern Airlines operates a large fleet of narrow-body aircraft, including numerous 737 variants, commonly seen around its primary hubs. This repaint aims to capture those recognizable color schemes and registrations for an accurate representation in your simulator.

Once installed, you will be able to select the China Eastern paint scheme under the Boeing 737-800W variations in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. This addition provides an extra layer of realism, especially if you enjoy simulating real-world traffic schedules featuring Chinese domestic and regional routes.

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Filename
faib_b738w_ces.zip
File size
5.75 MB
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Freeware
Content rating
Everyone

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Requires dependencies

This add-on may require the following files to function properly. If this is a repaint, the dependency below is likely the base aircraft package.

How to install this mod

FSX / P3D aircraft
  1. Extract the downloaded archive

    Use 7-Zip (free) or WinRAR to extract the ZIP to a temporary folder. Don't install while still zipped — the simulator can't read inside ZIP files.
  2. Copy aircraft files into SimObjects

    Place the aircraft folder inside FSX\SimObjects\Airplanes\. The folder must contain an aircraft.cfg file. Effects go into FSX\Effects\; gauges go into FSX\Gauges\.
  3. Verify in FSX

    Launch FSX, go to Free Flight → Select Aircraft and find your new aircraft under its manufacturer.
  4. Always read the included readme

    Every mod ships with a readme.txt or README file. It tells you exactly where files go, what dependencies are needed, and any quirks specific to this add-on.

What’s inside this archive

The archive faib_b738w_ces.zip has 8 files and directories contained within it.

File Contents

This list displays the first 500 files in the package. If the package has more, you will need to download it to view them.

Filename/Directory File Date File Size
FAIB_737_800_T.dds01.13.155.33 MB
Targa01.13.150 B
CES.tga01.13.1516.00 MB
Installation.txt01.13.151.69 kB
Preview.png01.13.15180.58 kB
Thumbnail.png01.13.155.56 kB
flyawaysimulation.txt10.29.13959 B
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url01.22.1652 B

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