MSFS scenery

MSFS Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans (KNBG) Scenery

Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans (KNBG) at Alvin Callender Field is recreated with sharper ground textures, upgraded ramps, and custom military buildings, including the distinctive control tower and key Navy Reserve support areas. Built for Microsoft Flight Simulator, it captures round-the-clock Guard alert readiness and Coast Guard search-and-rescue activity near Belle Chasse.

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United States of America

Flight Simulator 2020 Flight Simulator 2024

Images & Screenshots

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A large airport complex features multiple runways, taxiways, hangars, and a prominent control tower surrounded by green fields and dense forest.

A long asphalt runway with visible tire marks is surrounded by green grass, taxiways, hangars, and nearby forested areas.

A single runway labeled 22 stretches alongside green fields, with multiple hangars and taxiways visible near a river and dense forest.

A runway marked with the number 4 features visible tire marks and is surrounded by green grass and multiple taxiways.

Several light-colored hangars and utility buildings are spaced across grassy fields with paved taxiways, bordered by dense trees under a clear sky.

A collection of low-rise airport buildings and hangars sits on grassy terrain under a clear blue sky, with a control tower visible in the distance.

A large airport complex features multiple hangars, a control tower, parking lots filled with cars, and overcast skies in the background.

A large white water tower stands in the foreground near several industrial buildings, storage tanks, and grassy roads under a clear sky.

Two military jets are parked on a large apron near several hangars, with a runway and distant city skyline visible beyond.

Several hangars and a covered parking area sit beside a long parallel taxiway, with dense forest bordering the airport grounds.

A large complex of low industrial buildings, parking lots, and tree clusters extends toward a distant runway under a partly cloudy sky.

Several low buildings, storage tanks, and a white water tower are surrounded by grassy fields under a clear blue sky.

A large parking lot filled with cars sits in front of several hangars and an orange airport radar tower under a clear sky.

A large airport control tower stands beside a wide apron with yellow taxiway lines and several arched hangars at sunset.

A control tower stands behind a yellow building and a large hangar, with overcast skies and grass along the ground.

Two dark military fighter jets are parked on a large concrete apron near several hangars and a distant control tower.

Several hangars and a small building sit beside a taxiway and runway, with green grass and a distant city skyline visible.

A large airport control tower stands near several hangars, taxiways, and parking ramps under a clear blue sky.

Several hangars and buildings with red and gray roofs are surrounded by parked cars and grassy areas under a clear blue sky.

Several green fuel trucks are parked on a ramp near hangars with red roofs and a lot filled with various cars.

Several hangars and a large open shelter sit beside a parallel taxiway and runway, with trees and a control tower in the distance.

Several light-colored hangars sit beside a taxiway and runway on a grassy airfield, with a forest and distant city skyline beyond.

Rows of drop tanks or fuel pods are stacked on racks beside a large open hangar, with wildflowers and grass in the foreground.

Several military helicopters are parked on a large concrete apron near a hangar, with a control tower and arched shelters in the background.

A military airfield features several hangars, parked aircraft on the apron, a radar tower, and multiple buildings under a clear blue sky.

A sprawling complex of low-rise buildings and parking lots is shown at dusk under a sky with scattered clouds and pink highlights.

Several white fabric aircraft shelters stand on a large apron, with multiple helicopters and hangars visible in the background.

Several large arched aircraft shelters stand on a concrete apron under a cloudy sky, with a control tower visible in the background.

A wide view shows a long runway, multiple taxiways, grassy fields, and several airport buildings under a cloudy sky.

Several large hangars and a control tower stand under a partly cloudy sky at sunrise or sunset on an airport property.

A tall beige control tower stands beside a building labeled NAS JRB New Orleans, with a parking lot and hangars in the background at sunset.

A row of beige hangars stands on a large concrete apron beside grassy fields and a distant tree line under clear blue skies.

A large spherical water tower stands near a parking lot filled with cars, with scattered buildings and a control tower visible at sunset.

A yellow fighter jet with black markings is parked on a runway near a control tower and several airport buildings under a clear sky.

Several military fighter jets are parked near large open shelters on a concrete apron under a cloudy, golden sky at an airbase.

Several military fighter jets are parked under open shelters on a wide concrete ramp at an airbase during overcast sunset conditions.

A dark military jet is parked on a wide concrete apron under overcast skies, with another aircraft and trees in the distance.

A large hangar stands beside a wide apron with yellow taxi lines, while an air traffic control tower and arched shelters appear in the distance.

Several arched aircraft shelters stand on a large apron near a beige hangar and multiple industrial buildings under a clear blue sky.

Several large hangars and covered parking areas sit beside a taxiway, with grassy fields and a distant city skyline visible.

A row of military fighter jets sits under open shelters on a dimly lit ramp at night, with ground equipment nearby.

A U.S. Air Force military transport aircraft is parked on the ramp beside a large hangar under overcast skies.

A large apron with military shelters and vehicles sits under an overcast sky, with a control tower visible in the distance.

A taxiway with yellow markings curves past several hangars and airport buildings under a cloudy, golden-lit sky at dusk.

A red airport fire truck is parked beside a terminal building with large windows, near a yellow control tower at sunset.

Several military helicopters and vehicles are parked on a wide tarmac near large hangars under a clear blue sky.

A row of large, illuminated arched hangars stands on a concrete apron at night under a dark sky.

A large airport complex with hangars, water towers, and fuel tanks sits under a pastel-colored sky at dusk.

An airport control tower stands beside a terminal building with a wide apron, grassy areas, and several hangars and parked vehicles nearby.

A control tower and terminal building labeled NAS JRB New Orleans stand under a dramatic, cloudy sky at an airfield.

A single illuminated runway marked 22 is surrounded by apron lighting and adjacent city lights under a dark night sky.

A wide airport ramp at dusk features several parked aircraft, hangars, ground vehicles, and scattered clouds in a pastel sky.

A control tower with yellow panels and multiple antennas stands above a terminal building marked with "Airfield Elevation -2.07".

Three military jets are parked under illuminated open hangars at night, with a terminal building and vehicles visible in the background.

Several red airport fire trucks are parked outside a dark control tower building under cloudy night skies with floodlights illuminating the area.

A nighttime aerial view shows an airport with illuminated hangars, apron lighting, and a runway lined with edge lights stretching into the distance.

A military helicopter sits on a dimly lit ramp at night, with two personnel and additional helicopters visible in the background.

A dimly lit airport apron with terminal buildings and a control tower sits under a cloudy night sky with city lights in the distance.

A control tower and adjacent terminal buildings stand under a dark, starry night sky with minimal exterior lighting.

A dark runway is illuminated by edge lights at night, with distant airport buildings and scattered clouds visible under a mostly cloudy sky.

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Expert Overview

This mod seamlessly reproduces Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, bringing to life the Air National Guard alert ramps, Coast Guard search-and-rescue highlights, and key structures like the unique ATC tower. Having put it through its paces, I can confirm that its refined ground textures, handcrafted hangars, and meticulous detailing accurately capture the bustling military environment, making it an excellent addition for those who crave realism in Microsoft Flight Simulator.

From real-time military flight operations to the upgraded base layout, every facet feels purpose-built to satisfy die-hard flight enthusiasts. The careful modeling of maintenance areas, reserve unit facilities, and aircraft ramps reflects years of ongoing development, ensuring this mod not only looks great but remains true to the spirit of active-day operations at a high-profile military station. It’s a must-have upgrade for anyone seeking a more authentic, immersive New Orleans flight experience.

This scenery package focuses on Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, offering a detailed rendition of the military airport and its associated facilities for the new Microsoft Flight Simulator. Nestled near the city’s core, this base hosts multiple U.S. Navy Reserve units, the 159th Fighter Wing under the Air National Guard, Coast Guard Air Station New Orleans, a Marine Corps Reserve helicopter detachment, and various other active-duty contingents. Frequent operations emphasize continuous NORAD air defense support and critical Coast Guard missions involving much-needed search-and-rescue coverage.

Enhanced Military Installations

Showing the control tower and military ramps at KNBG in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. Within this add-on, you will find the airfield, also known as Alvin Callender Field (IATA: NBG, ICAO: KNBG, FAA LID: NBG), modeled with refined ground textures and detailed structures. This station originally relocated from a site now occupied by the University of New Orleans back in the late 1950s. Thanks to this custom scenery, major points of interest, such as the Navy Reserve aggressor squadron hangars and the logistics support wings, receive significant visual upgrades.

Refined Base Features

24/7 Operations: Mirrors real-world scheduling for Air National Guard alert readiness and Coast Guard emergency response.
Updated Hangars and Maintenance Areas: Showcases unique building designs that complement the functional nature of this active military hub.
Key Structures Modeled: The distinctive ATC tower, courtesy of DeadJen, is showcased with careful attention to detail.

Scenery Updates and Future Edits

This project was originally created for the vTAC group’s Sentry Voodoo exercise. After three years, it received a significant refresh that added multiple custom buildings and improved layout accuracy. While it is already at a working standard, more refinements are planned, ensuring continuous evolution of the facility’s representation.

Compatibility Notes

An additional fix allows this scenery to function seamlessly in 2024 versions of the simulator, requiring placement of both folders in the 2024 Community directory. The fix is not necessary for 2020 installations. This ensures flight simulation enthusiasts can experience Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans with minimal setup concerns.

Developed by nickb007 and granted permission to list on Fly Away Simulation.

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knbg-2020-2024.zip

File size

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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)

29.82530000,-90.03500000

Decimal degrees

29.825300°, -90.035000°

Degrees, minutes, seconds

29° 49' 31.080" N 90° 02' 06.000" 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.