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MSFS Airbus A300-600ST Beluga

Explore the skies with the iconic Airbus A300-600ST Beluga in Microsoft Flight Simulator. This meticulously crafted add-on brings one of Airbus’s most distinctive aircraft right into your flight sim experience, offering a blend of historical aviation design and modern flight simulation technology.

4 star rating 4/5 (2) 2.6K downloads Flight Simulator 2020 Compatible
  • Type:Complete with Base Model
  • File: a300-beluga-msfs.zip
  • Size:795.94 MB
  • Scan: Clean (17d) Verified clean
  • Access:Freeware
  • Content:Everyone
Description 1 comments
Adam McEnroe

Expert Overview

The MSFS Airbus A300-600ST Beluga mod brings to life one of Airbus’s most recognizable cargo aircraft, showcasing its oversized fuselage design and specialized flight characteristics with meticulous attention to detail. As someone who has tested and flown it extensively, I can confirm that every aspect feels genuine, from the faithfully replicated cockpit instrumentation to the adaptable autopilot and enhanced flight physics—providing a remarkably authentic piloting experience.

Beyond its striking appearance, the mod includes multiple high-quality liveries and immersive audio, reflecting the real-world Beluga’s distinctive engine sounds and visual profile. Though the real aircraft serves a niche role in transporting large components, this virtual version makes it accessible to enthusiasts eager to operate a legendary transporter. With stable handling and carefully refined avionics, it remains a standout add-on for any serious Microsoft Flight Simulator enthusiast seeking a balance of technical prowess and pure flying enjoyment.

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

Explore the skies with the iconic Airbus A300-600ST Beluga in Microsoft Flight Simulator. This meticulously crafted add-on brings one of Airbus’s most distinctive aircraft right into your flight sim experience, offering a blend of historical aviation design and modern flight simulation technology.

Screenshot shows the A330-600ST "Beluga" in flight in Microsoft Flight Simulator after installing this freeware mod.Key Features

  • Accurate Cockpit Replication: Step into a fully functional cockpit where every instrument mirrors the real-world Beluga’s controls. Experience the enhanced realism of operating a large transport aircraft with comprehensive autopilot functionalities.
  • Enhanced Flight Dynamics: Enjoy the revised physics that provide a realistic flying experience, complete with tweaks to enhance stability and performance under various flight conditions.
  • Diverse Liveries: Customize your flights with several liveries including the classic Airbus Beluga, Super Transporter, and Red Logistics, adding a personal touch to your aviation adventures.
  • High-Quality Audio: Immerse yourself further with newly integrated sound packs that replicate the unique engine and ambient sounds of the Airbus Beluga.

Installation Instructions

Integrating the Airbus Beluga into your MSFS 2020 is seamless. Simply extract the archive and copy the A300-600ST folder into your MSFS Community folder.

Real-World Application

The Airbus A300-600ST Beluga, known for its voluminous cargo hold, is primarily utilized by Airbus to transport oversized aircraft components between production sites. As Airbus transitions to newer models like the A330-700L Beluga XL, the original ST model remains a remarkable example of aviation engineering.

Developer Acknowledgments

This project was made possible through the collective efforts and insights from the MSFS community. Special thanks to @jasonjj for expertise in cockpit modifications and @deriox for creative contributions.

Recent Updates

  • Minor physics adjustments to enhance handling and response.
  • Continuous improvements addressing various bug fixes to ensure a smoother flight experience.
  • Autopilot functionality has been refined for better accuracy and reliability.

Whether you’re a simulation enthusiast eager to pilot a piece of aviation history, or a virtual pilot looking to expand your fleet, the Airbus A300-600ST Beluga offers an immersive and enjoyable flying experience.

Images & Screenshots

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An Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft with a distinctive bulbous fuselage flies above a layer of scattered white clouds under a blue sky.An Airbus Beluga aircraft flies above a patchwork of fields and industrial buildings under a cloudy sky near an airport runway.An Airbus Beluga aircraft flies above a sprawling urban landscape under a dramatic sky with thick, layered clouds.An Airbus Beluga aircraft is positioned on a taxiway near a runway threshold under a cloudy, golden-lit sky at a large airport.A large white Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft with blue tail markings flies above a sprawling cityscape under a clear blue sky.An Airbus Beluga aircraft flies above a densely built city with scattered green areas under a sky filled with dark, layered clouds.An Airbus Beluga transport aircraft flies above a detailed cityscape with the Eiffel Tower visible in the background under a clear blue sky.The cockpit of a modern airliner shows active overhead switches, flight displays, and a view of a taxiway with cloudy skies outside.An Airbus Beluga aircraft flies above scattered clouds with green mountain peaks visible below and dramatic layered skies overhead.A large cargo aircraft with "Beluga" livery is parked on the tarmac under a sky filled with scattered clouds.An Airbus Beluga aircraft flies above green mountains and dense clouds under a sky with a mix of sunlight and dark cloud layers.An Airbus Beluga with "The Super Transporter" livery flies above a cityscape at sunset, surrounded by dramatic, layered clouds.A large Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft sits on the runway under dramatic, cloudy skies with airport lights visible in the distance.A red and white cargo jet labeled "Red Logistics" flies above coastal hills and turquoise water under a mostly clear sky.A red and white single-engine aircraft flies over deep blue ocean toward a group of green, hilly islands under a mostly clear sky.An Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft flies above a thick layer of white clouds under a mostly clear blue sky.A large Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft flies above scattered clouds with mountain peaks visible below and dramatic sunlight breaking through.A large Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft sits on a runway at sunset with dramatic clouds and trees in the background.A large Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft flies above a thick layer of white clouds under a bright blue sky.A large Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft with a distinctive bulbous fuselage sits on a runway under overcast skies.A large twin-engine jet with a blue tail flies above dense white clouds under a mostly clear sky.An Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft flies above dense, billowing clouds with its distinctive blue tail and engine clearly visible.A large cargo aircraft with an oversized fuselage and the number 1 on its nose is parked on a runway under cloudy skies.A large Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft with a blue and white livery flies above a cityscape under a clear blue sky.An Airbus Beluga aircraft flies above a cityscape at sunset, with dramatic clouds and a winding river visible below.A large Airbus cargo aircraft with a distinctive bulbous nose climbs through a partly cloudy sky with sunlight illuminating the clouds.A large cargo aircraft with a distinctive bulbous fuselage and "Red Logistics" livery flies above the ocean under a clear sky.A large cargo aircraft labeled "The Super Transporter" with extended landing gear flies beneath dramatic, sunlit clouds at dusk.A large twin-engine jet climbs steeply above a city landscape with a clear blue sky in the background.A large twin-engine jet with visible Airbus branding flies overhead, framed by dramatic clouds and a patch of blue sky.A white Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft with a distinctive bulbous fuselage flies above clouds under a dark blue sky.A white Airbus Beluga cargo aircraft flies above a thick cloud layer with bright sun and lens flare in a clear blue sky.A large cargo aircraft with "Beluga" markings flies overhead between dark storm clouds and a patch of blue sky.A commercial jet with extended landing gear is viewed from below against a cloudy sky during sunset or sunrise.A large white cargo aircraft with "AIRBUS BELUGA" livery is banking left in overcast gray skies, showing its right wing and engines.A large cargo aircraft with a distinctive bulbous fuselage and two engines flies against a clear blue sky.A large white cargo aircraft with "Super Transporter" markings flies with landing gear extended under a brown, hazy sky.A large cargo aircraft with the number 4 on its tail flies through dense haze with the sun faintly visible ahead.
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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.

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mikeysartoriThu, 26 Sep 2024 17:24:41 GMT

It does not work for me. When I go to Content Manager, it says A300-600ST CVT is not installed. Please help.

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