FSX Air Volga CRJ200

This package offers a freeware repaint of the CRJ-200 in Air Volga's distinct livery. Created by developer Project Open Sky and repainted by Sebastian Szucs, it adds realistic detailing and authenticity for those seeking to enhance their simulator fleet. It reflects Air Volga’s regional flight operations with a carefully replicated paint scheme that remains true to the airline’s branding and heritage.

Overview of the CRJ-200 Model and Air Volga

The CRJ-200 (Canadian Regional Jet 200) is renowned for its efficient performance and commuter-focused design. It became a popular choice for short to medium routes, thanks to its comfortable cabin format and favorable operating costs. Air Volga, a carrier that used to operate in Russian airspace, employed various regional jets for domestic connections. This textures-only package reproduces the aircraft’s external paint job in 32-bit format, providing crisp visuals even when viewed close-up in the simulator environment.

Key Repaint Features

• Precisely aligned fuselage markings for an authentic regional jet aesthetic.
• Textures saved in 32-bit without Mip-Maps for high clarity and minimal blurring.
• Enhanced details despite the original paint kit’s older legacy design.
• Compatible exclusively with the Project Open Sky freeware CRJ-200 base pack.

Installation Steps

1. Extract the "texture.XXX" folder directly into your existing Project Open Sky CRJ-200 directory.
2. Open your aircraft configuration file (Aircraft.cfg) and insert the repaint entry provided in the download. Ensure the “[fltsim.X]” section is properly numbered.
3. Confirm that both the model= and sim= lines match the CRJ-200 model and associated .air file.
4. Load your simulator, select the Air Volga CRJ-200 repaint, and begin your regional journeys.

Note that this package only includes the revised texture set; you will need to download the base Project Open Sky CRJ-200 freeware model, which should be available in the Fly Away Simulation library.

This repaint captures the essence of Air Volga’s visual identity, even though the original Project Open Sky paint kit was produced for earlier simulator versions. Despite these constraints, the textures remain sharp, offering a worthwhile enhancement for virtual pilots interested in operating routes reflective of historic regional flight services. By integrating this livery into your simulator, you can enjoy a faithful representation of the CRJ-200 in Air Volga colors and experience a piece of aviation history in your virtual skies.

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