FSX KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Boeing 737-800 PH-BXM

This highly detailed repaint showcases KLM Royal Dutch Airlines’ recently introduced color scheme for the Boeing 737-800 (registration: PH-BXM, aptly nicknamed “Kluut”). It was skillfully crafted by Elmar Westra and is intended for freeware use within Microsoft Flight Simulator X. The real-world carrier, KLM, operates its short- to medium-haul routes with multiple variants of the 737 family, and its fleet was scheduled to be fully repainted in this fresh design by the end of 2017. This add-on only includes texture files; to activate it in your simulator, you will need the separate Tenkuu Developers Studio B737-800 base pack.

KLM’s New Look and Aircraft Registration

KLM is known for its iconic branding, and this updated livery reflects the airline’s modern approach while paying homage to its heritage as the oldest airline operating under its original name. The real Boeing 737-800 with the tail number PH-BXM, sometimes referred to by its unique moniker “Kluut,” carries passengers on multiple European routes. In the simulator, this repaint replicates distinctive markings with precise attention to detail.

Visual Highlights and Technical Characteristics

Enhanced Exterior Textures

The package offers 32-bit textures that combine clarity with minimal performance impact. You will notice the dynamic shine along the fuselage, which simulates various lighting conditions realistically. Additionally, the doors—including the passenger and cargo entries—are fully animated to reflect real-world operations.

Wing Flex and Suspension Dynamics

This repaint makes use of the underlying Tenkuu Developers Studio (TDS) features, adding flexing wings that respond to turbulence. The aircraft's gear steering and suspension operate independently for each wheel assembly, giving a true-to-life effect during takeoffs, landings, and taxi sequences.

Accurate Handling

Flight dynamics are carefully tuned to recreate the operational performance of a Boeing 737-800. Pilots will experience balanced control inputs, subtle trim animation, and overall maneuverability that matches the short- to medium-range scope of the real twin-engine airliner.

Installation Steps

• Extract the contents of the downloaded archive to a temporary folder.
• Locate your TDS Boeing 737-800 directory (or however you have named it) and place the unzipped folder named “Texture.KLM_PH-BXM” inside.
• Open your aircraft.cfg file in a text editor, then include the following section. Change the “XX” to the next available number in your [fltsim.x] entries.

[fltsim.XX]
title=TDS_16AUG2013_738_CFM56-7B--W2_+A0000_+D10_+B0 KLM New Livery 737-800 PH-BXM
sim=TDSBoeing737-800w
model=B--P1W2
panel=
sound=
texture=KLM_PH-BXM
kb_checklists=Boeing737-800_check
kb_reference=Boeing737-800_ref
atc_id=PH-BXM
atc_airline=KLM
atc_flight_number=2O15
atc_heavy=0
atc_parking_types=GATE, RAMP
atc_parking_code=KLM
ui_variation=KLM Royal Dutch Airlines "PH-BXM"
ui_manufacturer=Boeing
ui_type=737-800
ui_typerole=Commercial Airliner
ui_createdby=TDS
description=The Boeing 737NG is Boeing's 3rd generation and latest addition to their 737 lineup. The 737 is a short to medium range, single-isle airliner, which started production in 1996 and entered service in 1998. There are 4 basic variants to the 737NG, which can seat 110 and 210 passengers. It is also available as a cargo aircraft, a quick convertible aircraft, maritime patrol, military airborne radar, and a business jet. Over 4,500 737NG airframes have been sold and delivered around the world. 

Textures by Elmar Westra.

• Save and close the aircraft.cfg file, then load Microsoft Flight Simulator X to see the new KLM repaint in your aircraft selection menu.

Important Requirements

This is exclusively a repaint package and does not come with the base model. For successful installation, you will need the Tenkuu Developers Studio B737-800 base pack (TDS_B737-800_BASE_PACKAGE.ZIP). Ensure you have it properly set up in your simulator environment before adding these textures. Painted by Elmar Westra and distributed as freeware.