FSX Platinum Airways Airbus A320-200

Platinum Airways blends a straightforward operational ethos (sometimes referred to as a KISS approach) with a global network of strategic gateways. This freeware package features their distinctive Airbus A320-200, originally designed by the Project Airbus team and finished with textures by developer Marco Fischbach. It provides a carefully modeled aircraft that integrates easily with your simulator and highlights modern jetliner elements.

Model Compatibility
This model is compatible with SP2. It is recommended to have the appropriate service packs installed for optimal performance in the simulator environment.

Installation
Extract the contents of the ZIP file into your main “Flight Simulator X/Aircraft” directory. Next, transfer the items from the included “Effects” folder into your main “FSX/Effects” folder. This ensures that the custom visual elements display correctly.

Technical Highlights
Below is an overview of the principal systems and specialized animations featured on the Project Airbus A320-200 model:

• Pressurization outflow valve [manages internal cabin pressure] opens below taxi speeds on the ground, aiding in realistic pressure control.
• Ground spoilers activate when weight is on wheels, improving aerodynamic drag and enhancing simulated landing rollouts.
• Pack outlets adjust automatically based on ambient temperature, demonstrating the modern air handling features of the Airbus line.
• Idle reverse thrust simulation retains partially open reverser doors briefly, accurately mirroring real-world spool-down behavior.
• Double-bogey compatibility (e.g., used by some operators) offers parallel bogies for enhanced realism on variants that use dual-wheel main landing gears.
• Dynamic jetwash appears when engines are running, adding a tangible visual cue for power output.
• Drooping control surfaces: when the aircraft is unpowered, elevators and ailerons rest in a dropped position, reflecting actual hydraulic depressurization.

This model also comes with several additional elements:

• Opening passenger and cargo doors for immersive ground services and boarding processes.
• Custom effects such as dual strobes, refined navigation lights, and touchdown smoke effects for visual feedback during flight operations.
• Highly detailed surface reflections that showcase a dynamic shine on the airframe.
• Cabin wingviews to replicate interior passenger perspectives.
• Accurate landing gear animations that match real-world retraction sequences.

Door Operations
Use the following function triggers to gain access to doors and other hatches. Typically, these can be assigned in the simulator’s control settings if they are not configured by default:

• L1 – Shift + E
• L2 and cargo compartments – Tail hook up/down
• R1 and R2 – Wing fold/unfold

Credits and Acknowledgments
This texture repaint is by Marco Fischbach. The Project Airbus team, both past and present, contributed to the base model, internal systems, texturing, and testing. Among them:

• Andy Warden – external model
• Thomas Ruth – virtual cockpit systems and XML scripting
• Peter Binamira – flight characteristics and audio structure
• Demetris Themistocleous – base artwork
• Alessandro Savarese – base textures
• John Tavendale – liveries
• Derek Mayer – liveries
• Matthew Murray – project organization
• Gianmarco Bettiol – graphical contributions
• Nick Wu – feedback and evaluations
• Trevor Slack – feedback and evaluations
• Alexander Kvitta – feedback and evaluations
• David Bromwich – feedback and evaluations

Additional acknowledgments go to guest painters and participants whose collaboration helped finalize this aircraft:

• Ben Jones
• Dickson Chan
• Jaco du Preez
• Sheldon Fernandes
• Terence Pereira

Special thanks for flight dynamics input and testing:

• Capt. Manny Osias
• F/O Spike Acenas
• Mark Bolatete
• Kester Masias

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