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FSX BMI Airbus A330-200

BMI British Midland’s classic Airbus A330-200 colors arrive as a detailed freeware repaint for the Thomas Ruth wide-body, bringing authentic branding, precise window and door lines, and subtle fuselage shading to the virtual cockpit experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. Requires the Thomas Ruth TomA332 base model for correct alignment and display.

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This freeware repaint faithfully represents the classic BMI British Midland Airbus A330-200 scheme, crafted specifically for the popular Thomas Ruth model in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. Created by Mark McCorquodale, it brings authentic textures to the highly regarded wide-body airliner and offers an additional layer of immersion for those seeking more variety in their virtual hangars.

Distinctive Characteristics of the Airbus A330-200

This long-range twin-engine aircraft is widely admired for its efficient performance and versatility, especially on medium to long-haul routes. Airlines such as BMI British Midland operated the A330-200 to connect the United Kingdom with destinations across Europe and beyond. Its spacious cabin configuration and reliable Rolls-Royce powerplants (in real-world service) made it an esteemed choice for both passenger comfort and operational flexibility.

Features of This BMI Livery

  • Accurate Color Palette: The repaint incorporates the distinct BMI tones and signature branding, preserving the airline’s recognizable fuselage design and tail markings.
  • Attention to Detailing: Tailored to Thomas Ruth’s model, this repaint adds finer elements like door outlines, window configurations, and fuselage shading for extra realism.
  • Compatibility with TomA332 Model: Engineered for the TOMA332B.ZIP package, ensuring seamless integration with the base freeware aircraft available in the Fly Away Simulation library.

Installation Steps

  1. Locate the "Texture.BMI" folder and move it into your SimObjects/Airplanes/TOM_A330-200 directory within Microsoft Flight Simulator X.
  2. Open the aircraft.cfg file inside the TOM_A330-200 folder. Copy the provided [fltsim.xx] configuration details into the file, and then replace [fltsim.xx] with the correct sequence number (e.g., [fltsim.9]).
  3. Save the aircraft.cfg file and launch your simulator. The BMI British Midland livery should be accessible in the aircraft selection menu.

Once everything is set up, you can enjoy the distinctive blue fuselage and stylized BMI logos while traversing global routes in virtual skies. Many will recognize the familiar livery, which pays homage to a noteworthy chapter in British aviation history.

Author/Credits: Repaint strictly by Mark McCorquodale. Original A330-200 model by Thomas Ruth.

BMI Airbus A330 for FSX

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File information

Filename
a330bmi.zip
File size
1.66 MB
Virus scan
Clean (scanned with ClamAV)
Access
Freeware
Content rating
Everyone

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Requires dependencies

This add-on may require the following files to function properly. If this is a repaint, the dependency below is likely the base aircraft package.

How to install this mod

FSX / P3D aircraft
  1. 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.
  2. Copy aircraft files into SimObjects

    Place the aircraft folder inside FSX\SimObjects\Airplanes\. The folder must contain an aircraft.cfg file. Effects go into FSX\Effects\; gauges go into FSX\Gauges\.
  3. Verify in FSX

    Launch FSX, go to Free Flight → Select Aircraft and find your new aircraft under its manufacturer.
  4. 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.

What’s inside this archive

The archive a330bmi.zip has 28 files and directories contained within it.

File Contents

This list displays the first 500 files in the package. If the package has more, you will need to download it to view them.

Filename/Directory File Date File Size
A330 BMI06.16.090 B
330bmi.jpg06.16.0922.82 kB
readme.txt06.16.091.05 kB
texture.BMI06.16.090 B
A321_1_L.dds03.12.091.00 MB
A321_2_L.dds03.12.09256.12 kB
A330_VC01.dds03.12.091.00 MB
A330_VC01L.dds03.12.091.00 MB
Airbus_A321_1_L.dds03.12.091.00 MB
Airbus_A321_2_L.dds03.12.091.00 MB
Airbus_A321_3_L.dds03.12.094.12 kB
Airbus_A321_4_L.dds03.12.091.00 MB
glass.dds03.12.0964.12 kB
glass_spec.dds03.12.094.12 kB
main.dds06.16.094.00 MB
main_bump.dds03.12.094.00 MB
main_light.dds03.12.091.00 MB
main_spec.dds03.12.0964.12 kB
texture.cfg03.12.09165 B
thumbnail.jpg06.16.0922.82 kB
Thumbs.db03.12.097.00 kB
VCblend.dds03.12.091.12 kB
wing_bump.dds03.12.091.00 MB
wing_l.dds06.16.091.00 MB
wing_r.dds06.16.091.00 MB
wing_spec.dds03.12.0964.12 kB
flyawaysimulation.txt10.29.13959 B
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url01.22.1652 B

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