FSX Air Hamburg Cessna C172 D-EDDH

Immerse yourself in a vibrant depiction of Air Hamburg’s Cessna 172, identified under the German registration D-EDDH, through an expertly rendered repaint designed for the default Garmin G1000 variant in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. The real-world D-EDDH operates out of the Hamburg-Uetersen airfield, positioned near bustling Hamburg in Germany, and is known for reliable local training flights and charter operations. In this repaint, Tim Scharnhop has captured the essence of Air Hamburg’s brand, blending authentic liveries with subtle details that bring added immersion to each flight in the simulator.

Distinctive Exterior Details

This repaint showcases Air Hamburg’s recognizable color accents and registration markings carefully placed on the fuselage. Every detail is designed to align with the real D-EDDH, including the subtle design elements that highlight the popular four-seat layout unique to the Cessna 172. Users familiar with the Garmin G1000 suite will appreciate the smooth integration of textures on the exterior, maintaining a realistic visual presence both on the ramp and while airborne.

Livery Features Explained

• Realistic Color Schemes: Captures Air Hamburg’s unique paintwork, fine-tuned for accurate replication.
• Accurate Registration: Displays the German identification “D-EDDH” in the correct size and location.
• Enhanced Visual Fidelity: Maintains clarity and structural outlines for a sharp look even at close range.

The Cessna 172, often referred to as the Skyhawk, has achieved widespread popularity for its dependable airframe and straightforward handling characteristics. Introduced in 1955, it quickly became one of the most widely adopted single-engine aircraft worldwide, serving numerous pilot academies and flying clubs. Air Hamburg leverages aircraft of this class for a range of services, including sightseeing tours over the picturesque North German landscape, making this repaint an essential addition for pilots who enjoy regional flights and training.

Installation Procedure

1. Extract the contents of C172_AirHamburg2.ZIP to a temporary location, verifying that folder structures remain intact.
2. Locate the folder named texture.Air Hamburg 2 and move it into the “C172” directory under “SimObjects\Airplanes” within your main Microsoft Flight Simulator X folder.
3. Open the aircraft.cfg file (using any text editor) found in the C172 folder, then append the following entry under the most recent [fltsim.X] section, adjusting the “X” to continue your existing sequence:

[fltsim.X]
title=Cessna Skyhawk 172SP Air Hamburg D-EDDH
sim=Cessna172SP
model=G1000
panel=G1000
sound=""
texture=Air Hamburg 2
kb_checklists=Cessna172SP_check
kb_reference=Cessna172SP_ref
atc_id=D-EDDH
atc_id_enable=0
ui_manufacturer=Cessna
ui_type=C172SP Skyhawk
ui_variation="Air Hamburg D-EDDH"
ui_typerole=Einmotoriges Propellerflugzeug
ui_createdby=Microsoft Corporation
description=Die Cessna 172 ist ein robustes und verlässliches Flugzeug. ...

4. Save the aircraft.cfg file. Once you launch the simulator again, you will see the new entry in the aircraft selection menu.

Important Notes

This package contains only the repaint. You will require the original freeware base model of the default Garmin G1000-enabled Cessna 172, which is available in the Fly Away Simulation file library. This repaint is freeware, created by Tim Scharnhop, and should be installed accordingly.

By Tim Scharnhop.