FSX LAN Airlines Boeing 787-8

PreviewThis freeware LAN Airlines Boeing 787-8 modification offers an immersive long-haul flying experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator X, bringing together advanced cockpit functionality, high-fidelity exterior modeling, and a thoroughly detailed Chilean carrier livery. Featuring fully integrated gau...

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Type
Complete with Base Model
Download hits
1K
Compatibility
Flight Simulator X
Prepar3D
Filename
788lan_x.zip
File size
1.68 MB
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Scanned 28 days ago (clean)
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Free (Freeware)
Content Rating
Everyone

This freeware LAN Airlines Boeing 787-8 modification offers an immersive long-haul flying experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator X, bringing together advanced cockpit functionality, high-fidelity exterior modeling, and a thoroughly detailed Chilean carrier livery. Featuring fully integrated gauges and a responsive flight control system, it replicates many of the real-world attributes of Boeing’s advanced composite airliner and reflects LAN Airlines’ iconic paintwork.

Highlighting Boeing 787-8 Performance Characteristics

The Boeing 787-8, often referred to as the “Dreamliner” (a designation for the 787 series), embodies efficient aerodynamics and cutting-edge materials. Known for its composite fuselage and wings, this modern airframe offers enhanced fuel performance. Some key features include an optimized cabin pressurization system for increased passenger comfort and powerful, quieter engines. Stability in flight and smoother handling both add to the realism that this add-on brings.

Realistic Adaptation for Microsoft Flight Simulator X

Within the simulation platform, this aircraft adapts seamlessly thanks to carefully tuned flight dynamics and accurate control surface behavior. Whether climbing to cruising altitude or on final approach, the performance envelope is meticulously calibrated to represent the 787-8’s range and efficiency.

Details of the LAN Airlines Livery

Chile-based LAN Airlines, known for its strong South American route network, used the Boeing 787 family extensively for intercontinental travel. This rendition accurately replicates the hallmark tail design and fuselage markings. Subtle details, such as fuselage texture shading and the finely printed brand symbols, heighten immersion. Even the engine cowlings bear authentic title placements, enhancing overall visual appeal.

Advanced Animated Ground Servicing (AGS)

An enhanced Animated Ground Servicing (AGS) system is included, offering animated passenger boarding stairs, cargo loading features, and ground equipment interaction. These ground animations (which dynamically deploy and retract when triggered) simulate real-world pre-flight activities on the tarmac. By enabling these AGS features, virtual pilots can engage in more authentic routine operations when preparing for departure or taxiing post-landing.

Technical Visual Elements

This image showcases the aircraft’s external textures, highlighting the streamlined fuselage typical of the Dreamliner. Subtle reflections along the cockpit window edges, as well as the distinctive swooping nose contour, stand out in the model design.

Developer and File Information

All modeling and painting work for this freeware package are credited to Camil Valiquette. A complete base model is provided, ensuring easy installation and immediate integration into your virtual hangar. Designed to deliver efficient performance within FSX, the aircraft preserves the key structural and aerodynamic signatures of the Boeing 787-8, maintaining an engaging flight simulation experience for users seeking modern jetliner operations.

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The archive 788lan_x.zip has 27 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
CamSim Boeing 787-8 LAN Airlines06.12.080 B
787-8.air02.22.0612.76 kB
788 lan.jpg06.01.0834.46 kB
788lan_x.jpg06.12.08140.99 kB
aircraft.cfg06.12.0814.75 kB
Effects.zip03.25.061.80 kB
file_id.diz06.12.08144 B
model.787-8 ags06.12.080 B
787-8 ags.mdl06.12.082.27 MB
Model.cfg03.16.0628 B
Panel06.12.080 B
panel.cfg02.12.0740 B
Read Me_FSX_787.txt06.12.082.75 kB
sound06.12.080 B
Sound.cfg02.12.0742 B
texture.lan06.12.080 B
787eng_t.bmp10.15.071.00 MB
787ext_t.bmp06.09.081.00 MB
787int_t.bmp06.09.081.00 MB
787tail_t.bmp05.27.081.00 MB
788fuse_t.bmp06.03.081.00 MB
789wings_t.bmp06.05.081.00 MB
gris_t.bmp03.17.0616.07 kB
pilot1.bmp12.06.06256.07 kB
thumbnail.jpg06.11.084.58 kB
flyawaysimulation.txt10.29.13959 B
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url01.22.1652 B
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Installation Instructions

Most of the freeware add-on aircraft and scenery packages in our file library come with easy installation instructions which you can read above in the file description. For further installation help, please see our Flight School for our full range of tutorials or view the README file contained within the download. If in doubt, you may also ask a question or view existing answers in our dedicated Q&A forum.

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