FSX Gloster Meteor F4 VT328

This custom texture provides a distinctive finish for the Gloster Meteor F4, representing tail number VT328 from No. 263 Squadron operating out of RAF Wattisham in late 1950. Developed by Rob Richardson (original model) and repainted by Peter Watkins, this package offers an authentic Cold War-era look for Microsoft Flight Simulator X Acceleration—perfect for virtual aviators seeking an accurate portrayal of an early post-war British jet.

Detailed Depiction of a Historic Allied Jet

The Gloster Meteor F4 stands out as a significant post-war fighter, continuing the legacy of the original Meteor series introduced during WWII. With refined aerodynamics and upgraded engines, this mark delivered improved speed and maneuverability over previous variants. This repaint, crafted by Peter Watkins, exhibits the exact markings carried by VT328 while stationed at RAF Wattisham, reflecting the operational environment of No. 263 Squadron during October 1950.

Visual Highlights

Essential Requirements

• This release is a repaint only. The original freeware Gloster Meteor F4 by Rob Richardson is required—please acquire it from the Fly Away Simulation mod library.
• Compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator X Acceleration.

Installation Instructions

1. Extract the included texture.VT328 folder into your “Gloster Meteor F Mk 4” directory, located in the FSX “SimObjects/Airplanes” folder.
2. Edit your aircraft.cfg file. Locate the existing [fltsim.x] entries and insert the code below, replacing “xx” with the next distinct number available.

[fltsim.xx]
title=Gloster Meteor F Mk 4 VT328
sim=Gloster Meteor F Mk 4
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=VT328
kb_checklists=Meteor_F_Mk4_check
kb_reference=Meteor_F_Mk4_ref
ui_manufacturer=Gloster
ui_type=Meteor F Mk 4
ui_variation=VT328
ui_createdby="Robert Richardson"
atc_id=VT286
atc_airline=Air Force
atc_flight_number=001
description=VT328 was used by No 263 Squadron and was based at RAF Wattisham in October 1950.

Finishing Steps

Once you save and close the configuration file, launch your simulator and select the Gloster Meteor F Mk 4. You should now see VT328 in the aircraft list. This repaint will enrich your flight experience by reproducing a genuine livery from the early jet era. Credits go to Rob Richardson for the base model and Peter Watkins for this specialized design.