MSFS scenery

MSFS Tijuana Intl. Airport (MMTJ) Scenery

Tijuana International Airport MMTJ scenery brings Gral. Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport to life in Microsoft Flight Simulator with a custom terminal, control tower, fire station, fuel facilities, Avolar hangar, refined jetways and parking, a dedicated general aviation area, accurate runway and taxiway geometry, and vivid night lighting.

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Mexico

Flight Simulator 2020

Images & Screenshots

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A concrete airport apron is marked with multiple yellow taxiway signs, red hatched areas, and intersecting lines for parking stands.

A large passenger jet is parked at a gate beside the main terminal of Aeropuerto Internacional de Tijuana during sunset.

A fire and rescue station building with Spanish signage stands near a runway and an industrial hangar at sunset under partly cloudy skies.

A large white fuel tank labeled "Turbosina JET A-1" stands beside a sign reading "Estación Tijuana" under a cloudy sky.

A terminal building labeled Aeropuerto Internacional de Tijuana stands beside a parked jet under a partly cloudy evening sky.

A large concrete hangar labeled "Avolar Base de Operaciones y Mantenimiento" stands beside an empty ramp under a partly cloudy sky.

A concrete airport control tower labeled Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico stands beside a flooded apron under overcast skies with runway lights visible.

A large terminal building labeled Aeropuerto Internacional de Tijuana stands beside a taxiway with a parked commercial aircraft at sunset.

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Expert Overview

This freeware scenery meticulously replicates Tijuana International Airport in Baja California, delivering a truly immersive flight simulation environment. Highlights include a highly detailed custom terminal building, control tower, and a redesigned runway network built from the ground up, ensuring accurate aircraft operations for both general aviation and IFR approaches. Night flights are impressively enhanced with advanced lighting, and the various custom buildings—such as the fire station, fuel tanks, and “Avolar” hangar—contribute to the realism.

As someone who has tested this mod firsthand, I can confirm that the attention to detail and continuous updates make this a must-have for enthusiasts wanting a vibrant and evolving Mexican airport experience. While portions of the southern section are still under development, it already provides a rich array of dynamic features that significantly elevate immersion and realism within MSFS for all virtual pilots.

Embark on a realistic and immersive flying experience with the meticulously crafted MSFS Tijuana Intl. Airport (MMTJ) Scenery. This freeware mod elevates your virtual flight adventures, closely mirroring the real-world Gral. Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico.

Key Features

Custom Terminal Building: Experience a detailed recreation of the main terminal, complemented by an accurately modeled control tower and various ancillary structures.
Diverse Custom Buildings: Explore an array of custom-built structures, including a fire station, fuel tanks with associated infrastructure, and the distinctive "Avolar" hangar.
Jetways and Parking: Navigate through authentic jetways and well-positioned parking spots, currently a work in progress (WIP) for further enhancements.
Generic General Aviation Area: Delve into a realistically portrayed area designated for general aviation, enhancing the overall airport ambiance.
Advanced Night Lighting: Enjoy night flights with the meticulously designed night lighting system, providing a realistic and visually stunning experience.
Redesigned Runway and Taxiway Network: Benefit from a completely overhauled runway and taxiway layout, reconstructed from the ground up for accuracy.

Installation and Progress

To install, simply drag the continuo-airport-mmtj-tijuana folder from the .zip file to your Community folder. If unsure of the folder's location, reference the helpful guide linked in the original developer description.

Note that this scenery is an ongoing project. It includes detailed modeling and texturing of certain areas while the southern part of the airport is yet to be modeled. Please report any issues or inconsistencies for future updates.

Recent Updates

Recent enhancements include:

Added precise apron markings.
Minor fixes throughout the airport premises.
Initiated modeling of the airport's southern section, including apron and closed runway.

About Tijuana International Airport

The real-world counterpart of this scenery, Tijuana International Airport, stands as a significant aviation hub in Mexico, renowned for its busy schedule and diverse range of destinations. This scenery mod captures the essence of MMTJ, offering flight simulation enthusiasts a chance to experience the airport's unique layout and operations.

Whether you're practicing IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) approaches or simply exploring the airport's intricate details, this add-on provides an enriching and true-to-life simulation experience. For enthusiasts and virtual pilots, this add-on is an essential addition to your MSFS 2020 collection.

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File information

Filename

msfs-mmtj.zip

File size

54.48 MB

Virus scan

Clean (scanned with ClamAV)

Access

Freeware

Content rating

Everyone

Download speed: Free tier is capped at 2 Mbps (this file takes approximately 4 mins at the cap). PRO members download at full line speed.

This is a freeware file — use is subject to our freeware copyright terms.

How to install this mod

MSFS scenery

Extract the downloaded archive

Use 7-Zip (free) or WinRAR to extract the ZIP to a temporary folder. Don't install while still zipped — the simulator can't read inside ZIP files.
Locate your MSFS Community folder

All MSFS add-ons live in the Community folder. Microsoft Store / Game Pass version: %LOCALAPPDATA%\Packages\Microsoft.FlightSimulator_8wekyb3d8bbwe\LocalCache\Packages\Community\. Steam version: %APPDATA%\Microsoft Flight Simulator\Packages\Community\. Tip: enable Developer Mode in MSFS to see your exact Community folder path.
Copy the scenery package into Community

Drag the extracted scenery folder into your Community folder. Photogrammetry and large mesh packs can be 1GB+ — ensure you have disk space.
Restart MSFS

Close MSFS completely and relaunch. The new content appears in the Content Manager, on the World Map, or in the aircraft/livery selector.
Always read the included readme

Every mod ships with a readme.txt or README file. It tells you exactly where files go, what dependencies are needed, and any quirks specific to this add-on.

About the developer

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.

Enjoyed this mod? edu0811 released it as freeware. Consider donating to support future projects.