FSX Xtra Airways Boeing 737-800

This freeware release introduces an Xtra Airways Boeing 737-800 texture set, developed by Paul Davies for use with the default Boeing 737-800 in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. It features registration markings N43XA, reflecting a real-world charter air carrier recognized for its reliable services. The files here include only repaint resources and do not contain the base model; be sure to retrieve the original aircraft from the Fly Away Simulation library if needed.

Key Add-On Specifications

Repaint Developer: Paul Davies
Aircraft Model: Default B737-800 (Microsoft Flight Simulator X)
Texture Format: Livery files only, no base package
Airline Inspiration: Derived from AIR-SCOTLAND SX-BLV operating colors

General Characteristics of the 737-800

The Boeing 737-800 series is a single-aisle, twin-engine airliner widely utilized in short to medium-haul sectors. This variant boasts a stretched fuselage compared to older 737 types and offers updated avionics, efficient wing designs, and improved cabin systems. Charter operators, like Xtra Airways, often rely on this family of aircraft for reliable passenger transport on diverse route networks.

High-Level Overview of Installation

This repaint only functions with the default 737-800 model. Make sure you already have the standard Boeing 737-800 folder in place. Below, you will find instructions on how to install the new textures without disrupting your existing simulator setup.

Safety Preparation

1. Locate your B737_800 folder (usually in C:\Program Files\Microsoft Games\Microsoft Flight Simulator X\SimObjects\Airplanes\B737_800 on many systems).
2. Create a backup copy of the entire B737_800 folder before proceeding. Right-click and copy the folder, then place it somewhere secure.

Texture File Placement

1. Within the add-on package, you will see a folder named texture.airscotland2. Copy this folder and then open your original B737_800 directory.
2. Paste the texture.airscotland2 folder into the B737_800 directory, ensuring it sits alongside the other texture folders.

Aircraft Configuration Entry

1. Open the aircraft.cfg file in B737_800 using a text editor such as Notepad.
2. Scroll to the bottom of the existing [fltsim.x] sections. Copy the repaint entry provided by Paul Davies (included in the package’s documentation) and paste that entire block right after the last [fltsim.x] entry.
3. Adjust the [fltsim.xx] line to the next consecutive number in your existing list. For example, if the last entry is [fltsim.6], change the pasted [fltsim.xx] to [fltsim.7].
4. Save your modifications and close the file.

Additional Notes

Texture Folder Naming

Confirm you placed the correct folder (i.e., texture.airscotland2) inside the default 737 directory. Placing any additional folders or differently named directories may cause issues.

Base Model Requirement

This repaint is solely for the default 737-800 framework. If you do not have the required model, download it from Fly Away Simulation’s add-on collection.

Below is another view of the Xtra Airways Boeing 737-800 in the simulator environment:

Enjoy the fresh livery, and thank you to Paul Davies for delivering this detailed repaint of the Boeing 737-800 in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. Feel free to provide feedback or share additional enhancements with the flight simulation community.