MSFS Athens Scenery

Immerse yourself in the vibrant city of Athens with the MSFS Athens Scenery add-on for Microsoft Flight Simulator. Photorealistic details, comprehensive coverage and superior authenticity replace the default offering, turning the Greek capital into a high-definition exploration. Experience numerous airports and delve into Athens' rich aviation history with this all-in-one package.

Enrich your virtual experience with the intricate rendition of Athens, Greece, using this mod. With photorealistic detail, this scenery package elevates the overall aesthetics and accuracy of the default Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 landscape, transmuting Athens into a high-definition visual feast.

Photogrammetry and High Detailing

Photogrammetry is the core of this add-on, employing precise photographic measurement processes to create authentic 3D models and textures. This scenery mod completely supersedes the default textures and 3D data, employing an in-depth landscape portrayal that captures the quintessence of Athens. This includes everything from iconic landmarks to granular street-level details, making the city's intricate topology and architecture come alive.

Comprehensive Coverage

The full scenery package brings a level of completeness to your virtual Athens exploration. Initially, the original developer Thalixte released the scenery in fragments across various platforms. However, the package available here aggregates these disparate elements into one comprehensive, easy-to-install file. Now, there's no need to chase down individual components - it's all compiled and ready for you to enjoy.

Replacing the Default with the Detailed

One of the main goals of the package is to enhance the overall authenticity and realism of the simulation experience. This is achieved by replacing the default Microsoft offering with a high-resolution and detailed representation of Athens.

Default sceneries in MSFS 2020, while generally satisfactory, tend to lack specific details or features that might be critical for achieving the highest level of realism. For example, the standard buildings, terrain, and vegetation might not be as accurate or as detailed as a virtual pilot might prefer. Here's where this mod steps in.

The add-on employs a method known as photogrammetry to achieve high fidelity. Photogrammetry involves using photographs taken from various angles to create detailed 3D models of real-world objects. It provides superior realism compared to generic models, capturing the unique intricacies and textures of the structures and landscape. These photorealistic models replace the default 3D data, imbuing the Athens area with a lifelike quality that the base game alone doesn't offer.

The add-on is a game-changer for any flight simulation enthusiast. It not only offers a substantial visual upgrade but also an immersive exploration of Athens, enhancing the virtual pilot's overall experience.

Experiencing the Scenery

To immerse yourself in the scenery, set your GPS coordinates to 37° 58' 00" N, 23° 43' 00" E. The breathtaking detail of the Greek capital and its surroundings will materialize in front of your eyes, ready for your aviation exploration.

Airports within Athens

Not only does this package cover the cityscape, but it also comprises a wide array of airports within and around Athens. Here's a selection:

• Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (LGAV): The primary international airport in Greece, catering to over 20 million passengers per year.
• Kotroni Naval Air Base (LGKN): Predominantly serving Greek Naval operations, it adds a military dimension to your simulation experience.
• Tatoi Airport (LGTT): This is both a military and a General Aviation airfield, providing the backdrop for numerous airshows.

Athens - Cradle of Aviation in Greece

The city of Athens, with its rich historical heritage, also boasts an extensive aviation history. It's the birthplace of aviation in Greece, with its first civilian airport - the now-defunct Ellinikon International - having opened its runways in 1938. The Athens Scenery add-on encapsulates this vibrant history, bringing to life an era that witnessed the growth of aviation from its infancy to the bustling industry it is today.

To support the developer's hard work in compiling this immersive scenery package, consider donating. You can find the necessary links in the bio section below.

Installation

Firstly, if the simulator is running, close it down.

Then, simply extract the downloaded archive and copy all four folders inside the Scenery Files folder into your MSFS community folder. 

Those four folders are;

1. thalixte-athens1
2. thalixte-athens2
3. thalixte-athens3
4. thalixte-athens4

Once copied in, load the simulator - the scenery will be present.