FSX Continental Boeing 787-8

This complete freeware package features the Boeing 787-8 in Continental colors, carefully crafted by developer Camil Valiquette. It integrates modern cockpit elements, a sleek exterior profile, and a set of ground services that work seamlessly within FSX, offering a deeply immersive flight simulation experience. Version 2 brings a refined aircraft structure and includes updated Animated Ground Servicing (AGS) to ensure realistic operations on the tarmac.

Refined Wing Structure and Enhanced Systems

The Boeing 787-8 from Camil Valiquette (CamSim) features an advanced wing architecture that optimizes lift while maintaining aerodynamic efficiency. Moreover, this version integrates updated control surfaces for smoother handling during standard flight maneuvers. The cockpit reflects the 787’s modern instrumentation, including glass displays and intuitive flight management systems that simplify preflight checks.

Ground Services and Animations (AGS)

One of the most significant additions is the Animated Ground Servicing functionality. The aircraft includes deployable passenger stairs, cargo loaders, and other service vehicles designed to appear whenever you activate specific commands. In FSX, press Shift+E to control the passenger doors, then use Shift+D to operate the cargo doors. Additionally, press Shift+C to toggle animations for ground service equipment. These interactions help simulate realistic aircraft handling between flights.

Installation Steps

• Extract all files directly into your FSX “Airplane” folder. After unzipping, you will find the necessary components to get started.
• If you have never installed any of the AGS aircraft before, unzip the Effects.zip file into your main FSX directory. This places essential night-lighting effects in the correct location (Effects folder).

Note: If an AGS-compatible aircraft from this developer is already present in your simulator, you can skip installing the Effects package again.

Key Animation Assignments

To ensure all ground services function properly, map the following controls under FSX Options:

• Wing fold/unfold ? Shift+C
• Tail hook up/down ? Shift+D

These bindings allow the doors and service equipment to open, close, and operate without conflicts. The animations reflect typical airline ramp activities for a medium-to-long haul airliner, enhancing immersion.

Realistic Wide-Body Simulation

The Boeing 787-8 represents a major leap in aircraft design, especially for long-haul routes. This variant in Continental livery suits both interstate and international flight plans. The wide-body airframe, composite materials, and advanced engines deliver an efficient operating profile in real-world aviation, and the add-on aims to replicate those qualities within FSX. With attention to flight dynamics and system details, the developer has captured the unique characteristics that set the 787 apart from earlier designs.

Credits and Usage

All modeling and texturing for this 787-8 are courtesy of Camil Valiquette, creator of CamSim. Feel free to integrate this freeware package into your virtual hangar and use it for extended flights or short regional hops under Continental livery. The add-on focuses on realism while preserving manageable performance in FSX, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts looking to explore modern wide-body operations.

Complementing Files & Dependencies

This add-on mentions the following files below in its description. It may be dependent on these files in order to function properly. It's possible that this is a repaint and the dependency below is the base package.

You may also need to download the following files:

• effects.zip

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