FSX Airbus A330-200 Air France Repaint

This freeware Airbus A330-200 repaint showcases the modern Air France color scheme and is fully compatible with the CLS (Commercial Level Simulations) payware model for Microsoft Flight Simulator X. It incorporates distinctive design elements found in the current fleet, ensuring an authentic visual representation of Air France's widebody operations.

Specific Livery Details and Visual Enhancements

This repaint by Sebastian Szücs reflects the subtle updates that differentiate Air France's revised branding from earlier iterations. It features precise font alignments, updated fuselage markings, and tail insignia. Moreover, the engine cowlings and fuselage striping accurately replicate the airline’s latest corporate identity, delivering a realistic depiction of the twin-engine A330-200 as seen in modern airline service.

Aircraft Model Requirements

The textures are exclusively crafted for the CLS A330-200 GE edition. As a result, you will need the separately available payware base package from Commercial Level Simulations, which can be acquired through various add-on stores such as SimShack (no direct link provided). Once installed, these textures seamlessly fit into the CLS product folder.

Operational Characteristics of the Real A330-200

The Airbus A330-200 is a popular widebody aircraft designed for medium- to long-haul routes. With its two high-bypass turbofan engines, it balances performance, range, and operational efficiency. Air France frequently deploys the A330-200 on transatlantic and intercontinental services, which makes the airline’s branding and cabin layout an appealing feature for flight simulator enthusiasts seeking realism.

Installation Steps for the Repaint

1. Locate your CLS-A330-200-GE installation folder. Within its “Airplanes” directory, open the Aircraft.cfg file.
2. Copy the following section and place it under the next available [fltsim.X] entry. Replace “XX” with your sequential number as required.

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[fltsim.XX] //--> Replace the "XX" with the next number in order!
productfolder=A330-200-GE
title=Commercial Level Simulations - A330-200 Air France New Livery
sim=CLS-A330-200-GE
model=ge
panel=ge
sound=
texture=airfrance_nc
kb_checklists=CLS-A330_check
kb_reference=CLS-A330_ref

atc_airline=Air France
atc_flight_number=
atc_heavy=1
atc_id=F-GZCL
atc_parking_types=GATE, RAMP, CARGO
atc_parking_code=

ui_typerole="Commercial Airliner"
ui_createdby="Commercial Level Simulations"
ui_manufacturer="Airbus"
ui_type=A330-200
ui_variation=Air France

description=Commercial Level Simulations\nAirbus 330-200\nVersion - 2006.9.0-FSX\n\nFSX and FS2004 Compatible\n\nEngine Types: RR / GE / PW / Repaint by Sebastian Szücs

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3. Extract the “texture.airfrance_nc” folder into the CLS-A330-200-GE directory.
4. Open the “texbase” folder and copy all contents into “texture.airfrance_nc,” ensuring you do not overwrite existing files.
5. When you load the simulator, this variant will appear under Airbus > A330-200 > Air France.

Credit and Creator Information

This repaint was created by Sebastian Szücs, who focused on replicating Air France’s latest branding details to enhance your simulated flights. Enjoy exploring medium- and long-haul routes in Microsoft Flight Simulator X with this distinctive and carefully rendered paint scheme.