FSX KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 737-800 PH-BXZ v2

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, the national carrier of the Netherlands, operates a wide selection of Boeing 737 variants for short- to medium-range routes across Europe. To honor the modernized KLM visual identity, this repaint offers the Boeing 737-800 (registration PH-BXZ) in the striking “Uil” colors. Created for Microsoft Flight Simulator X, it showcases a precise recreation of the livery and requires the freeware Tenkuu Developers Studio (TDS) 737-800 base model. Authored by the talented Elmar Westra, it retains a balance of accurate detailing and full simulator compatibility.

Repaint Design and Technical Highlights

• Nickname “Uil”: The PH-BXZ aircraft is recognized within KLM’s fleet for its unique owl-inspired name.
• 32-bit Textures: Crisp and detailed texturing ensures realistic surface reflections.
• Opening Doors & Cargo Hatches: Custom animations allow for immersive loading and boarding sequences.
• Dynamic Shine & Effects: Enhanced reflective modeling captures external lighting accurately.
• Wing Flex Reactions: Responsive wing flex adapts to in-flight turbulence and weather phenomena.
• Accurate Flight Dynamics: Developed to align closely with real-world Boeing 737 performance parameters.

Background on the Model

The Boeing 737 Next Generation (often abbreviated as 737NG) series elevates Boeing's legacy of single-aisle aircraft. It entered service in the late 1990s and features improved aerodynamics, a redesigned tail section, and upgraded flight decks. Tenkuu Developers Studio (TDS) has captured these enhancements in their freeware Boeing 737-800 package, making it a popular platform for repainters worldwide. With thousands of 737NG aircraft in operation globally, this model emulates the variant’s distinctive handling characteristics for added realism.

Installing the New KLM Livery

1. Decompress the downloaded archive to a convenient location on your hard drive.
2. Locate your TDS Boeing 737-800 folder (the exact name may vary) and copy the enclosed Texture.KLM_PH-BXW directory into that folder.
3. Edit your aircraft.cfg file by adding the following entry. Assign a unique number in place of “XX” if necessary.

Aircraft.cfg Addition

[fltsim.XX]
title=TDS_16AUG2013_738_CFM56-7B--W2_+A0000_+D10_+B0 KLM New Livery 737-800 PH-BXZ
sim=TDSBoeing737-800w
model=B--P1W2
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"
ui_manufacturer=Boeing
ui_type=737-800
ui_typerole=Commercial Airliner
ui_createdby=TDS
description=The Boeing 737NG is Boeing's 3rd generation of the 737 family... Textures by Elmar Westra.

Compatibility and Requirements

This repaint is intended for the freeware TDS 737-800 base pack (TDS_B737-800_BASE_PACKAGE.ZIP) found in the Fly Away Simulation library. It is designed primarily for Microsoft Flight Simulator X users seeking an authentic KLM experience. By combining detailed external textures, dynamic animations, and carefully tuned flight dynamics, this package allows enthusiasts to capture the feel of a real-world KLM Boeing 737-800 in their simulator environment.