MSFS scenery

MSFS Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport / Lovell Field (KCHA) Scenery

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, Lovell Field (KCHA) comes to life with bespoke terminal and tower models, refined short-term parking, and accurately redrawn runways and taxiways reflecting current real-world changes. Realistic night flood lighting, an added firehouse, and a detailed Wilson Air Center boost immersion for Microsoft Flight Simulator.

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United States of America

Flight Simulator 2020

Images & Screenshots

35 total

A commercial jet with a green tail is parked at a terminal gate near a building with a large orange dome.

Aerial view shows a runway labeled 15, adjacent taxiways, several hangars, and a river bordered by dense green trees.

A commercial jet is parked at a terminal with a red-domed roof, surrounded by fuel trucks and ground service vehicles at sunrise.

A person in a reflective vest stands on a dimly lit ramp at night near two parked business jets and a hangar.

A long runway marked with the number 2 is surrounded by grassy fields, taxiways, hangars, and scattered clouds overhead.

A large airport features intersecting runways, a terminal with several jet bridges, and a parking lot surrounded by green fields and trees.

A red and white windsock stands on grassy terrain near a small concrete building, with a runway and trees in the background.

A commercial airport is shown from above with a terminal, multiple parked aircraft, taxiways, runways, and adjacent parking lots.

A large concrete apron sits beside a metal hangar, with adjacent taxiways and a runway bordered by grass and trees.

A tilted aerial view shows intersecting runways, taxiways, and aprons with two parked aircraft near several hangars under scattered clouds.

A twin-engine propeller aircraft is parked on a ramp near a taxiway, with parking lots and low airport buildings in the background.

A commercial jet and a small twin-engine aircraft are parked on the apron near terminal gates at sunset, with ground vehicles nearby.

Two small propeller aircraft are parked on a concrete apron near a terminal building, with a person standing beside one plane.

A tan airport control tower with rooftop HVAC units stands among scattered houses and trees under a partly cloudy sky.

Two red airport fire trucks are parked outside a fire station at night, illuminated by a tall floodlight.

Two commercial jets are parked at gates beside a terminal with a large red dome roof during early morning or late afternoon light.

A large parking lot filled with cars sits beside a blue hangar, with an airport control tower and runway visible in the background.

A small airport complex features a red-roofed building with parked cars and a fire truck beside a larger terminal structure.

A small airport features a single runway, adjacent taxiway, several hangars, a windsock, and surrounding trees under scattered low clouds.

A large airport parking lot filled with colorful cars sits beside a taxiway, with a small aircraft parked on the apron.

A taxiway runs alongside a grassy area with a small green shed, with airport buildings and parked cars visible in the distance.

Three tall antennas rise from a rooftop in the foreground, overlooking airport taxiways, runways, and several scattered buildings surrounded by trees.

Several small buildings and a power line stand on grassy terrain near taxiways and runways under a mostly cloudy sky.

A large commercial jet with blue accents is parked at a terminal with multiple jet bridges and a round-domed building under cloudy skies.

A terminal with a distinctive orange dome roof stands beside a multi-level parking garage, with aircraft parked at jet bridges and runways in the background.

A large commercial jet is parked at a terminal with jet bridges, adjacent to a round-domed airport building and parking lots.

A terminal with a distinctive round roof sits beside a multi-level parking garage, with taxiways and runways stretching into the distance at sunset.

A terminal building with multiple jet bridges is surrounded by parked ground vehicles, small aircraft, and commercial airliners under a partly cloudy sky.

A green commercial jet is parked at an airport gate with jet bridges, ground vehicles, and a worker visible on the ramp.

A small aircraft sits on a dimly lit ramp while jet bridges, terminal lights, and a yellow-tailed airliner are visible nearby under a night sky.

A large circular terminal with a red domed roof sits beside multiple jet bridges and ground vehicles during early morning light.

A blue and white commercial jet is parked at a terminal with jet bridges, ground vehicles, and a distinctive round orange-roofed building.

A commercial jet with a yellow tail is parked at a well-lit airport gate at night, with ground vehicles and jet bridges nearby.

A terminal with a large domed roof and multiple jet bridges sits beside a sunlit ramp at sunrise or sunset.

Two commercial jets are parked at a well-lit airport terminal at night, with ground vehicles and parking lots visible nearby.

All screenshots above have been created by Fly Away Simulation and are exclusive. For more details, see our image copyright information.

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Expert Overview

As a long-time flight simulation expert, I can attest that this freeware mod for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 brings Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field KCHA) to life with high-fidelity custom buildings, accurately redrawn taxiways and runways, and convincing night flood lighting. It showcases refined architectural details, realistic ramp layouts, and an authentic representation of the airport’s evolving infrastructure, providing a deeply immersive experience for both commercial and general aviation flights.

Recent updates add dynamic elements like the on-site firehouse and a detailed Wilson Air Center FBO, reflecting ongoing improvements to performance, textures, and ground handling features. There’s also an exciting plan to introduce the FedEx hangar to further expand the cargo operations area, underscoring the developer’s commitment to delivering a comprehensive and ever-evolving virtual airport environment for serious sim pilots.

Flight simulation enthusiasts seeking an authentic and detailed experience at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, also known as Lovell Field (KCHA), will find this freeware add-on for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 to be a significant enhancement. This detailed scenery modification brings a level of realism and immersion that aligns with the expectations of seasoned sim pilots.

Key Features

Custom Models: High-fidelity, bespoke 3D models of the terminal and tower that echo the airport's unique architectural characteristics.
Enhanced Parking: A detailed representation of the short-term parking area, offering a more realistic ramp experience.
Redrawn Taxiways and Runways: Faithfully recreated taxiways and runways, ensuring accurate and up-to-date ground navigation.
Night Flood Lighting: Realistically simulated flood lighting that enhances night operations and atmospheric visuals.
E Taxiway Modification: Alignment with real-world changes, including the removal of part of E taxiway.

Recent Updates

Firehouse Addition: A detailed model of the on-site firehouse, adding to the airport's operational realism.
Wilson Air Center: The main Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) is now intricately modeled, catering to general aviation needs.
General Improvements: Continuous enhancements that refine textures, performance, and overall airport aesthetics.

Upcoming Additions

The next update is set to introduce the Fedex hangar in the cargo area, expanding the airport's cargo operations facet. The developer is also open to community suggestions for specific buildings or features to be added, encouraging user engagement and tailored improvements.

Real-World Context

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (KCHA), situated in Tennessee, USA, serves as a pivotal hub for both commercial and general aviation. The airport's unique location and layout present interesting challenges and opportunities for pilots. This add-on captures the essence of KCHA, from the distinct topography to the bustling airport operations, offering sim pilots a slice of the Southern United States' aviation environment.

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File information

Filename

msfs-KCHA.zip

File size

234.57 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 16 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.

Finding the scenery

Use these coordinates to fly directly to this location once the mod is installed.

MSFS format (paste into search bar)

35.03743200,-85.19753100

Decimal degrees

35.037432°, -85.197531°

Degrees, minutes, seconds

35° 02' 14.755" N 85° 11' 51.112" W

Paste these coordinates into the Microsoft Flight Simulator search bar when planning a flight, or into the Developer Mode Teleport window, to fly directly to this location.

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.

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