FSX Sata International Airbus A310-300 Old Livery

This repaint showcases a classic rendition of Sata International’s Airbus A310-300, bringing an earlier color scheme back to life for anyone seeking added realism in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. The textures have been prepared by Paul Craig, while the underlying model has been fully developed by Thomas Ruth. To enjoy this livery, ensure you have downloaded the freeware TOMA310.ZIP base package from the Fly Away Simulation library, as the original aircraft files are not included here.

Older Sata Design with a Wide-Body Airbus Twist

The Airbus A310 was introduced as a shortened, more fuel-efficient version of the A300, well-suited for medium-haul routes. Sata International used such aircraft to connect the Azores with destinations further afield in Europe and North America. In this repaint, the old color alignment highlights an era when the airline operated under a distinctive livery that is less commonly seen today. Subtle markings and logos around the fuselage pay homage to Sata’s heritage, while the twin-jet configuration underlines the A310’s efficient performance.

Visual Enhancements and Texture Details

The repaint covers key exterior zones, featuring finely drawn lines on the fuselage, engine nacelles, and tail. Window frames and static ports are carefully integrated, maintaining accurate placement against the actual airframe. A crisp finish on the airline branding across the fuselage ensures excellent visibility, helping you easily identify this unique scheme during airport taxi or in-flight transitions.

Developers and Resources

This texture set constitutes the creative work of Paul Craig, who carefully refined every detail to match the airline’s older appearance. The original aircraft model is credited to Thomas Ruth, known for producing high-fidelity freeware aircraft. Before using this repaint, be sure to have the Tom_A310-300 folder from TOMA310.ZIP in your SimObjects directory.

Installation Steps

• Extract the texture.Old Livery Sata International folder.
• Place (copy and paste) that folder into your existing Tom_A310-300 directory.
• Open your aircraft.cfg file and append the configuration entry shown below, substituting “X” with the next [fltsim.X] number in sequence.

[fltsim.X]
title=Old Livery Sata International A310
sim=TomA310
model=GE
panel=310GE
sound=
texture=Old Livery Sata International
kb_checklists=
kb_reference=
atc_id=CS-TGU
atc_airline=Old Livery Sata International
atc_flight_number=1124
atc_heavy=1
ui_manufacturer=Airbus
ui_typerole=Commercial Airliner
ui_createdby=Thomas Ruth
ui_type=A310-300
ui_variation=Old Livery Sata International
description=Sata International Airbus A310-300 in the old colour scheme.

In-Simulator Appearance

Once the above adjustments are saved, load your simulator and scan through the Airbus manufacturer selection to find the “Old Livery Sata International” variation. You should then see this classic paint in all its detail, ready to bring back memories of an earlier era in Sata’s operational history. Throughout takeoff and cruise phases, the signature wide-body design of the A310 ensures stable flight dynamics and crisp overall performance.

Note: As this release includes only textures, you will require the original freeware A310 model files separately found at Fly Away Simulation. This approach respects the hard work by Thomas Ruth while offering an alternative visual style for virtual captains who enjoy classic airline presentation.