Cessna 310Q N3364L

This freeware repaint depicts the real-life Cessna 310Q N3364L, c/n 310Q-0784, delivered in 1973. Created by Peter Watkins, it uses Rob Richardson’s base model and showcases refined texturing that captures the unique appearance of this classic twin-engine design. Microsoft Flight Simulator X users can seamlessly integrate this repaint after obtaining the original freeware package from the Fly Away Simulation mod library.

Aircraft Background and Notable Characteristics

The Cessna 310Q belongs to a lineage that commenced in the early 1950s, when Cessna unveiled its first light-twin production aircraft. Over the years, the 310 series adopted aerodynamic modifications and improved systems. Early production runs used thrust augmenter tubes to enhance engine performance, and that setup was eventually revised to vent exhaust underneath the wing, notably reducing noise. Various letter-specific upgrades introduced new cabin window placements, tail configurations, and more potent Continental powerplants. By the time the 310Q emerged, the airframe’s streamlined silhouette and tip-tank fuel storage exemplified Cessna’s focus on efficiency.

Key Elements of This Repaint

• High-Fidelity Textures: Subtle details on the fuselage and tail for a realistic finish.
• Accurate Registration: Markings faithfully representing the original N3364L.
• Compatibility: Fully operational within Microsoft Flight Simulator X, provided the corresponding Rob Richardson model is installed.
• Dedicated Craftsmanship: Peter Watkins incorporated distinct design elements to replicate the exact look of the real 310Q.

Visual Reference

Implementation Procedure

1. Place the texture folder labeled N3364L into the base Cessna 310 directory located within your SimObjects/Airplanes folder.
2. Add the following data to your aircraft.cfg, making sure to alter “xx” to the subsequent number in your fltsim sequence.

[fltsim.xx]
title=Cessna 310 N3364L
sim=Cessna 310
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=N3364L
kb_checklists=
atc_id=N3364L
ui_manufacturer=Cessna
ui_type=310 Q
ui_variation=N3364L
description=The 310 first flew on January 3, 1953 with deliveries starting in late 1954. The sleek modern lines of the new twin were backed up by innovative features such as engine exhaust thrust augmenter tubes and the storage of all fuel in tip tanks in early models. In 1964, the engine exhaust was changed to flow under the wing instead of the augmenter tubes, which were considered to be noisy. Typical of Cessna model naming conventions, a letter was added after the model number to identify changes to the original design over the years. The first significant upgrade to the 310 series was the 310C in 1959, which introduced more powerful 260 hp Continental IO-470-D engines. In 1960 the 310D featured swept back vertical tail surfaces. An extra cabin window was added with the 310F.

Credit and Base Model Availability

The underlying aircraft model is the work of Rob Richardson, while Peter Watkins developed this repaint. You will need to source the freeware base package separately from the Fly Away Simulation library to ensure full compatibility and functionality.