MSFS Boulder City Municipal Airport (KBVU) Scenery

Experience a meticulously detailed rendition of the Boulder City Municipal Airport (KBVU), a prominent general aviation hub nestled in the outskirts of Las Vegas, Nevada. This freeware mod, crafted for Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) 2020, promises to elevate your virtual flying experience with...

A modern airport terminal building features a central glass rotunda, red awnings above entrances, and bold diagonal pavement markings in front.

A desert airport features intersecting runways, a main ramp with several parked aircraft, and adjacent green golf course areas.

A yellow and white twin-engine jet is parked near a hangar with ground vehicles and equipment positioned around it.

A two-story terminal building is surrounded by parked cars, palm trees, and tall light poles under a partly cloudy sky.

5/5 (1) 379 downloads Flight Simulator 2020

United States of America

File: KBVU-msfs.zip
Size:224.23 MB
Scan: Clean (12d)
Access:Freeware
Content:Everyone

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Boulder City Municipal Airport (KBVU) Scenery

5/5 • 379 downloads • 224.23 MB • Clean (12d)

Expert Overview

This highly detailed mod reimagines Boulder City Municipal Airport (KBVU), a major general aviation hotspot near Las Vegas, with a precise terminal building, accurate airport layout, and high-resolution textures. By replicating the real-world architectural features and matching current aviation charts, it delivers an exceptionally immersive flying environment for virtual pilots seeking both realism and scenic routes.

Having explored this add-on extensively, I can confirm it captures the facility’s distinctive character and geographical appeal, especially for those who enjoy flights around the Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon. The updated terminal and carefully remodeled ground layout also hint at easy future expansions, making this mod a strong choice for anyone wanting an authentic and evolving experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020.

This mod was installed, tested and reviewed by Adam McEnroe for Fly Away Simulation. Adam is an FS mod expert. Read his bio here.

Main Features

High-Resolution Terminal: The centerpiece of this add-on is the airport's terminal, recreated with a high level of detail. This includes precise architectural elements and realistic textures that mirror the actual building.
Redesigned Airport Layout: The entire airport layout has been revamped to match the current real-world configuration, ensuring an authentic experience for simulator enthusiasts.
Compatibility and Updates: While this add-on launches with the main terminal and updated layout, its design allows for seamless integration of future updates and expansions.

Technical Insights

For aficionados who appreciate the nuances of flight simulation, this KBVU scenery mod stands out with its attention to detail. The high-resolution terminal building features accurate modeling, reflecting the real-world structure's dimensions and design. Additionally, the redesigned airport layout aligns with current aviation charts and satellite imagery, offering an up-to-date flying experience.

About Boulder City Municipal Airport

Located in the vicinity of Las Vegas, Boulder City Municipal Airport serves as a crucial general aviation facility. Its proximity to the Grand Canyon and the Hoover Dam makes it a popular choice for scenic flights and general aviation activities. This mod captures the essence of KBVU, translating its unique geographic and operational characteristics into the virtual world of MSFS 2020.

Installation and Usage

Installing this add-on is straightforward. Users need to download the package, extract the archive, and copy the continuo-airport-kbvu-boulder-city into their MSFS Community folder. Once installed, the enhanced KBVU experience is ready to be explored in all its glory, with no additional tweaks required.

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A desert airport with two intersecting runways is surrounded by dry terrain, hangars, and distant mountains under partly cloudy skies.

A small airport terminal with a red roof is surrounded by parked general aviation aircraft, palm trees, and distant mountains under scattered clouds.

A desert airport features two intersecting runways, multiple hangars, and a small terminal area with surrounding mountains in the background.

A modern airport terminal building with red awnings and a control tower stands beside a wide asphalt road under partly cloudy skies.

Rows of beige hangars line a taxiway beside a dry grassy field, with runways and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

A small airport terminal building with palm trees and parked cars is shown under bright sunlight with visible lens flare.

A small airport terminal with a red roof sits beside a parking lot, with several light aircraft parked on adjacent ramps.

A small airport features several hangars, a parked yellow and white jet, and a runway marked with a yellow X under scattered clouds.

A small airport terminal with a red-roofed entrance is surrounded by parked cars, palm trees, and several business jets on the ramp.

Several small aircraft, including jets and propeller planes, are parked on an airport ramp beside multiple beige hangars under a partly cloudy sky.

A yellow and white widebody jet is parked on the ramp near several large hangars under a partly cloudy sky.

Several parked cars and a van are visible in front of a two-story building with stone accents and an American flag at night.

Several helicopters are parked on a ramp near a small terminal building and hangar, with mountains visible in the distance.

A small terminal building with palm trees and a parking lot sits beside a ramp where two military helicopters are parked at night.

Several small aircraft are parked on an apron near hangars, with mountains and scattered clouds visible in the background.

A small airport fuel station with pumps, utility boxes, and scattered barrels sits beside a white building under a partly cloudy sky.

Two military helicopters are parked on a ramp near a control tower with red trim under a partly cloudy sky.

A modern terminal building with large glass windows stands beside a ramp where several business jets are parked under a partly cloudy sky.

Several small single-engine airplanes and two military helicopters are parked on an apron beside metal hangars under scattered clouds.

Several small business jets and a ground vehicle are parked on a sunlit airport ramp with palm trees and mountains in the background.

A modern airport terminal with curved red roofs, large glass windows, and an American flag stands beside a parking area and taxiway.

A small airport with several hangars, parked cars, and scattered aircraft sits on flat terrain under a partly cloudy sky.

A modern airport terminal features large circular red roofs and glass walls, with mountains and scattered clouds visible in the background.

A police vehicle with flashing lights is parked on a textured taxiway at night near a terminal building and several palm trees.

Several parked cars, palm trees, and a modern building with red accents stand under partly cloudy skies near an airport apron.

Several large hangars and a parking lot filled with cars sit beside a taxiway under a sky with scattered clouds.

A small airport with several hangars, parked aircraft, and intersecting runways sits on dry terrain under a partly cloudy sky.

A small airport sits on a flat plain with several parked aircraft, low hangars, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

A small aircraft is parked on a ramp at night near a modern terminal building with glass windows and exterior lighting.

Several small jets and a yellow airliner are parked on a ramp beside hangars under a partly cloudy sky with distant mountains.

A vehicle with flashing orange and blue lights is parked on a dark airport ramp near a lit terminal building and several small aircraft.

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About the Developer: edu0811

This mod was developed by edu0811.

With a keen eye for detail, edu0811's work brings airports to life, ensuring each terminal, runway, and taxiway is meticulously crafted. With a focus on Mexico and Latin America. Moreover, their repaint and livery creations add a layer of authenticity and variety, enriching the simulation experience. We're thrilled to announce that edu0811 has granted Fly Away Simulation permission to list their mods, making these enhancements readily available to our community.

Whether you're flying a casual route or embarking on a comprehensive simulation journey, edu0811's mods provide an immersive experience. By accurately replicating real-world locations and aircraft aesthetics, they offer pilots a true-to-life virtual flight experience.

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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.