FSX Republique Francaise Airbus A319-115X CJ

This freeware package offers a detailed Airbus A319-115X CJ painted in the Republique Francaise livery, used by the French Air Force for transporting high-level officials and VIPs. Developed by Project Airbus and repainted by Marco Fischbach, this fully integrated package includes a complete virtual cockpit (VC) and brings the authentic feel of a governmental transport aircraft into Microsoft Flight Simulator X. Tested with FSX SP2, this release aims to replicate the real-world operations of the specially configured A319 Corporate Jet (CJ) variant used by French presidential and governmental flights.

A Brief Look at the French VIP Transport

The Airbus A319-115X CJ is tailored for government missions, offering enhanced range and a comfortable interior layout. The real-world French Air Force operates this variant under the Republic’s flag, ensuring secure and efficient flights for state officials. In this simulator rendition, the exterior paintwork displays the understated yet refined markings of the Republique Francaise, reflecting both official status and national pride.

Core Technical Add-On Details

Installation Guidelines

• Extract the ZIP archive into your primary “Flight Simulator X/Aircraft” folder.
• Locate the “Effects” contents and place them in your main “Flight Simulator X/Effects” folder.

This streamlined approach ensures the visual and operational elements integrate correctly within your simulator environment.

Highlighted Functionality

The underlying Project Airbus model features numerous technical enhancements that extend immersion and realism, many of which rely on XML scripting:

• Pressurization Outflow Valve: Manages cabin pressure by regulating outflow on the ground (opens below 30 knots).
• Ground Spoilers: Engage automatically upon landing, improving aerodynamic braking.
• Pack Outlets: Vary opening levels based on temperature, providing more authentic environmental control.
• Idle Reversers: Briefly remain open after reverse is canceled, then fully open at idle reverse thrust.
• Parallel Bogies (for double-bogey models): Simulates realistic gear behavior, though more common on other A319 operators.
• Dynamic Jetwash: Displays visible engine exhaust when engines are active.
• Dropping Control Surfaces: Elevators and ailerons sag when the motors are powered down.

In addition, several key features accommodate more advanced procedures and visual fidelity:

• Opening passenger and cargo doors.
• Custom lighting effects, including double strobes and refined touchdown visuals.
• Dynamic surface shine for realistic reflections.
• Wing views offering vantage points from various cabin locations.
• Accurate gear retraction and extension sequence.

Operating the Doors

L1

Use Shift + E to access the primary exit.

L2 + Cargo Doors

Requires the tail hook command (assign a key binding if not set by default).

R1 + R2

Employ the wing fold/unfold command (also requires a manual key binding in the simulator).

Development Credits

This aircraft is the result of the dedicated work of the following Project Airbus creators and contributors:

• Andy Warden – Exterior model design
• Thomas Ruth – Virtual cockpit design, texturing, and XML programming
• Peter Binamira – Flight dynamics and sound engineering
• Demetris Themistocleous – Base textures and liveries
• Alessandro Savarese – Base textures
• John Tavendale – Liveries
• Derek Mayer – Liveries
• Matthew Murray – Corporate design and overall organization
• Gianmarco Bettiol – Imagery and testing feedback
• Nick Wu – Feedback and suggestions
• Trevor Slack – Additional review
• Alexander Kvitta – Critiques and adjustments
• David Bromwich – Ongoing support

Guest painters and special contributors include Ben Jones, Dickson Chan, Jaco du Preez, Sheldon Fernandes, and Terence Pereira. Flight dynamics testing and real-world insights were provided by Capt. Manny Osias, F/O Spike Acenas, Mark Bolatete, and Kester Masias.

All credit for this remarkable freeware release goes to Marco Fischbach and the Project Airbus team for bringing the Republique Francaise Airbus A319-115X CJ to life for enthusiasts seeking a faithful governmental transport simulation.