FSX Aeroflot Airbus A350-800 XWB

The updated Aeroflot A350-800 package introduces new geometry for the nose section, refined cockpit windows, and revised wing and winglet structures. This freeware release from CamSim offers a realistic representation of the Aeroflot liveried Airbus A350-800 for FSX. It includes the complete base model, so no additional downloads are required. Model design and textures are courtesy of Camil Valiquette.

Aeroflot A350-800 Overview

The Airbus A350 family features long-range flight capabilities, modern aerodynamics, and an efficient composite-based airframe. Aeroflot, the flag carrier of the Russian Federation, employs advanced aircraft for extensive domestic and international routes, making the A350-800 a suitable match for their evolving fleet. This add-on captures the sleek exterior and ground-service animations to deliver an immersive experience within FSX.

Key Enhancements

• Revised Nose Profile: The front fuselage now has a more defined shape to enhance realism.
• Improved Cockpit Windows: Updated window geometry for closer alignment to the real A350 cockpit.
• Wing and Winglet Redesign: Aerodynamically upgraded to reflect the distinctive curvature of Airbus’s XWB series.
• Animated Ground Servicing (AGS): Offers a detailed set of ground operations, including passenger boarding and cargo handling.

Installation Instructions

1. Extract the package into the “Airplane” folder of your main FSX directory.
2. If you have not installed one of Camil Valiquette’s AGS aircraft before, unzip the “Effects.zip” into your main FSX folder. This step places the necessary night effects into the “Effects” directory.

Once the files are copied, confirm that all relevant textures and effects are loaded correctly, ensuring you have the complete freeware base model ready for use.

Ground Service Animations (AGS)

This package includes advanced ground support functions, which simulate the boarding and servicing phase of flight operations. To access these features, assign the following commands in your flight simulator’s control settings (Options > Settings > Controls > Buttons/Keys > Change Assignment…):

• Wing fold/unfold: Assign to Shift + C
• Tail hook up/down: Assign to Shift + D

Use these default commands for in-simulator ground actions:

• Shift + E: Open/Close passenger entry doors
• Shift + E + 2: Operate smaller rear cargo doors (for FSX ground equipment)
• Shift + D: Open/Close main cargo doors
• Shift + C: Start/End ground service animations

Credits and Notes

This freeware add-on was designed and painted by Camil Valiquette (CamSim). Installation steps and all associated effects are included in this complete package. By following the instructions, simmers can enjoy an authentic depiction of Aeroflot’s Airbus A350-800 within FSX.