FSX Airbus Industrie House A320

Immerse yourself in the Airbus Industrie House A320, expertly crafted by AFS-design and Andreas Meyer for Microsoft Flight Simulator X and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. This freeware release delivers a comprehensive range of short- to medium-haul Airbus variants, featuring realistic exterior modeling, detailed interiors, and authentic flight controls. Each aircraft in this package showcases advanced systems integration, reflecting Airbus’s legacy as a pioneer of digital fly-by-wire technology.

Range of Included Airbus Models

• Airbus A318
• Airbus A319
• Airbus A320 (with fully realized cabin interior)
• Airbus A321

These variants each demonstrate the hallmark characteristics of the A320 family, first launched in 1984 and later expanded to encompass the A318, A319, and A321 models. True to history, the A320 family introduced digital fly-by-wire systems to commercial aviation, revolutionizing flight deck control. Airbus continued refining these jets with an “Enhanced” program that optimized performance even further.

Visual Complexity and External Animations

• Highly detailed exterior architecture, encompassing precise flaps, slats, and spoilers.
• Three cabin doors and two hatches with engaging animations.
• Fully articulated landing gear for accurate ground operations.
• Illumination features such as beacon, strobe, navigation, landing, and taxi lights.

Every aircraft in this collection brings an exterior reflection of real-world functionality, and the night lighting captures realistic window glows and alpha-channel effects.

Enhanced Cockpit Experience

Each cockpit offers a virtual co-pilot environment with in-depth instrumentation. Pilots will find the following:

Flight Deck Displays

Two primary flight screens and two multifunction displays, complemented by switchable EICAS units showcasing fuel, engine, door, and map data.

Avionics & Autopilot

A versatile panel integrates an FMC (Flight Management Computer), GPS, radio navigation controls, transponders, trim wheels, and throttle levers. The autopilot can manage ILS, FD, ALT, VS, HDG, NAV, SPEED, Mach mode, Localizer, and autothrottle engagement.

Functional Overhead Panel

Contains a wide array of fully interactive switches, as well as iconic seatbelt and no-smoking alerts with corresponding sounds.

Advanced Flight Management Computer (FMC)

• Up to 15 dynamic menus for in-depth route planning and flight parameter monitoring.
• Real-time course calculation that adjusts to wind conditions, optimal altitudes, and runway approaches.
• Waypoint navigation tracking, autopilot engagement, and other flight path logic.

Included Liveries

This release comes with multiple airline textures for variations of the A318, A319, A320, and A321. You will find:

• Airbus Industrie House
• Air Berlin
• Germanwings
• Lufthansa
• SWISS
• Air France
• easyJet
• LAN Airlines
• United Airlines
• US Airways
• China Airlines
• British Airways
• Qatar Airways
• Generic Repaint Texture

Each livery reflects the authentic branding and design of these carriers, connecting you to a wide variety of global routes for your flight plan.

Additional Highlights

• Refined Textures: High-resolution materials (1024×1024) utilize custom specular effects and alpha-based shine for a realistic appearance.
• Audio Recordings: Captured Rolls-Royce TREND 900 engine sounds deliver immersive acoustics.
• Airfield Expansion: Includes enhanced taxiways for the unique Finkenwerder airfield (EDHI) in Hamburg, Germany.
• Realistic Thrust Reversers: Animated deployment combined with updated flight dynamics for credible handling.

Installation Steps

1. Extract the contents of the compressed file to a temporary directory.
2. Run the “A320_demo.exe” file.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to finalize the setup.

Once installed, you can enjoy these short- to medium-range jets within your preferred simulator environment. All elements are tuned to the latest standards, bringing a cohesive and authentic Airbus feel to your virtual flights.