FSX Marines Bell 206 FX Helicopter 'BURNO 163328'

This freeware repaint brings the US Marines TH-57B trainer markings to the Bell 206 FX in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. It showcases modex 171, labeled BURNO 163328, and accurately reflects the look of a training helicopter under the United States Marine Corps. Developed as an enhancement for the payware Dodosim 206 package, it integrates detailed textures in DDS format, replicating a known TH-57B livery. Credited solely to the dedicated work of Russel R. Smith, this repaint adds a compelling visual element to rotorcraft operations within FSX.

Key Insights into this Helicopter Livery

The Bell 206 series, well-known for its single-engine layout and proven reliability, serves as the foundation for multiple military trainers, including the Marine Corps version adapted as the TH-57. This repaint draws from the iconic trainer design used by US Marine aviators and stands as a faithful representation of the deep orange and white color scheme commonly encountered in flight training programs.

Installation and Configuration

• Ensure you already own the Dodosim 206 FSX payware addon (available separately).
• Extract all enclosed files directly into your DodoSim_206_FSX_LowSkid folder, with “Use Folder Names” enabled.
• A “texture.63328” folder will be generated automatically, housing the necessary files.
• Locate your aircraft.cfg file and insert the provided entry below at the very end, replacing the “X” with the next consecutive number.

After following the above steps, the helicopter repaint should be ready for immediate selection within Microsoft Flight Simulator X.

[fltsim.x]
title=Dodosim 206 FSX TH57C_RRS3
sim=DodoSim206FSX_lowskid
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=63328
kb_checklists=..\DodoSim_206_FSX_LowSkid\DodoSim206FSX_check
kb_reference=..\DodoSim_206_FSX_LowSkid\DodoSim206FSX_ref
atc_id=63328
ui_manufacturer="Bell"
ui_type="US Marines TAW-5 TH-57B, 171,"
ui_variation="63328"
ui_typerole="Rotorcraft"
ui_createdby="Dodosim"
description=171 Textures by Russel R. Smith. "The DodoSim 206 FSX is the culmination of over two man-years of work, bringing you unparalleled realism and features never before seen in MS Flight Simulator helicopters. This version is fitted with a CECO fuel control system for fully manual fuel control during engine starts."

Additional Notes

This package includes textures only and does not contain the core payware model. For realistic system behavior, the Dodosim 206 incorporates a CECO fuel control module, offering advanced manual fuel scheduling to replicate engine start dynamics found in real-world rotorcraft.

Repaint by Russel R. Smith

“Many aviators receive recognition for flight proficiency, yet the distinguished Wings of Gold worn by a United States Naval Aviator carry deeper significance. They come at a price and embody a transformative purpose that echoes across a lifetime.”