FSX United Express Embraer ERJ-145LR
This freeware package features a meticulously repainted Embraer ERJ-145 regional jet in the modern United Express scheme, adapted specifically for use in Microsoft Flight Simulator X and also compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. Developed by Project Open Sky and painted by Gabriel Guz...
- Type
- Complete with Base Model
- Download hits
- 2K
- Compatibility
- Flight Simulator XPrepar3D
- Filename
- united~erj-145lr.zip
- File size
- 11.74 MB
- Virus Scan
- Scanned 28 days ago (clean)
- Access to file
- Free (Freeware)
- Content Rating
- Everyone
This freeware package features a meticulously repainted Embraer ERJ-145 regional jet in the modern United Express scheme, adapted specifically for use in Microsoft Flight Simulator X and also compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. Developed by Project Open Sky and painted by Gabriel Guzman, this download includes a complete base model and captures distinctive exterior details. It retains all essential animations and uses wing views for visual immersion, although a fully interactive virtual cockpit is not integrated.
Aircraft Background and Real-World Role
The Embraer ERJ-145 series is renowned for its use by various regional carriers and is often deployed on short- to medium-haul routes, connecting smaller cities to larger network hubs. United Express operates this twin-engine platform to serve countless destinations, benefiting from its efficient turbofan powerplants and streamlined fuselage design.
Core Development Team
This release represents an effort from multiple contributors associated with Project Open Sky:
- Model Builder:
- Nicholas Wilkinson
- VC Model Builder:
- Jacob Kubique
- VC Model Development Support:
- Corey Ford
- XML Coding:
- Hiroshi Igami
- Flight Dynamics:
- Warren C Daniel and Brandon Henry
- Master Textures:
- Samy Fay
- Livery Artist:
- Gabriel Guzman
Unique Technical Highlights
This model boasts several XML-coded features for enhanced realism. Although this edition does not include a functional 3D cockpit, many other advanced elements are integrated:
- Authentic wing flex with dynamic behavior
- Wing views to visualize control surfaces and engine details
- Optimized night lighting for external sections
- Fully animated control surfaces, including elevators and ailerons
- Independently moving suspension with tilt animations
- Operational passenger and cargo doors using key commands
- Textured exterior with refined paint and detailed markings
- Airstairs and ground service animations
- Crash effect modeling for enhanced realism
Door Operations
Various doors and cargo hatches can be opened via standard simulator keystrokes. Use the following combinations:
- Passenger Door (L1): Shift + E
- Cargo Doors: Shift + E, then 2
- Secondary Passenger Door (L2): Shift + E, then 3
- Bulk Cargo Door: Shift + E, then 4
Installation Guidance
To install, simply extract the contents of the downloaded ZIP archive and place the enclosed folder into your simulator’s “Aircraft” directory. Once added, the regional jet will appear in your chosen flight simulator’s aircraft selection menu under the United Express branding.
Additional Notes
This package is entirely free to download and use. For any inquiries regarding functionality or to explore further enhancements, consider reaching out to the Project Open Sky community or consulting other resources within the simulation community. All credits go to the original team members for making this detailed rendition possible.
The archive united~erj-145lr.zip has 53 files and directories contained within it.
File Contents
This list displays the first 500 files in the package. If the package has more, you will need to download it to view them.
Filename/Directory | File Date | File Size |
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Readme.txt | 02.17.11 | 3.08 kB |
Aircraft.cfg | 01.24.11 | 21.16 kB |
model | 01.28.11 | 0 B |
model.cfg | 12.05.10 | 33 B |
oserj145lr_as_wv.mdl | 12.05.10 | 3.62 MB |
OSERJ145LU.air | 12.12.10 | 9.82 kB |
panel | 01.28.11 | 0 B |
panel.cfg | 12.05.10 | 28 B |
Thumbs.db | 12.05.10 | 47.00 kB |
Posky Effects | 01.28.11 | 0 B |
Opensky_beacon.fx | 06.29.10 | 3.04 kB |
Opensky_conden.fx | 06.29.10 | 3.15 kB |
Opensky_condens.fx | 06.29.10 | 2.71 kB |
Opensky_logo_light.fx | 06.29.10 | 1.31 kB |
Opensky_nacelle_refl.fx | 06.29.10 | 1.29 kB |
Opensky_nav_yellow.fx | 06.29.10 | 3.07 kB |
Opensky_sparks.fx | 06.29.10 | 7.05 kB |
Opensky_vortex.fx | 06.29.10 | 1.23 kB |
Opensky_wing_light.fx | 06.29.10 | 1.31 kB |
sound | 01.28.11 | 0 B |
Sound.cfg | 12.05.10 | 28 B |
texture.UAL | 01.28.11 | 0 B |
os_erj_ae3007_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj_ae3007_t.bmp | 12.05.10 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj_apuexcone.bmp | 10.02.10 | 256.07 kB |
os_erj_Cockpit_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 1.00 MB |
os_erj_Cockpit_t.bmp | 10.02.10 | 1.00 MB |
os_erj_extmisc_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 256.07 kB |
os_erj_extmisc_t.bmp | 10.02.10 | 256.07 kB |
os_erj_gearmisc_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj_gearmisc_t.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj_int_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj_int_Lbmp.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj_int_t.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj_topreg_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 256.05 kB |
os_erj_topreg_t.bmp | 10.03.10 | 256.07 kB |
os_erj_transparentparts_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 256.07 kB |
os_erj_transparentparts_t.bmp | 10.02.10 | 256.07 kB |
os_erj_xr_xtraparts_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 1.00 MB |
os_erj_xr_xtraparts_t.bmp | 10.02.10 | 256.07 kB |
os_erj145_l_fuse_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj145_l_fuse_t.bmp | 01.20.11 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj145_r_fuse_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
os_erj145_r_fuse_t.bmp | 01.20.11 | 4.00 MB |
Oserj145_leftwing_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
Oserj145_leftwing_t.bmp | 10.22.10 | 4.00 MB |
Oserj145_rightwing_L.bmp | 10.02.10 | 4.00 MB |
Oserj145_rightwing_t.bmp | 10.22.10 | 4.00 MB |
thumbnail.jpg | 01.28.11 | 73.99 kB |
Thumbs.db | 12.05.10 | 82.00 kB |
thumbnail lr.jpg | 01.28.11 | 341.21 kB |
flyawaysimulation.txt | 10.29.13 | 959 B |
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url | 01.22.16 | 52 B |
Installation Instructions
Most of the freeware add-on aircraft and scenery packages in our file library come with easy installation instructions which you can read above in the file description. For further installation help, please see our Flight School for our full range of tutorials or view the README file contained within the download. If in doubt, you may also ask a question or view existing answers in our dedicated Q&A forum.
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Out of Date Gauge error win try to use SFX missing gauges in the cockpit.