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FSX German Luftrettung Bell UH-1D

German Luftrettung Bell UH-1D livery brings the Ministry of the Interior air-ambulance Huey to life with authentic rescue markings, balanced color tones, and crisp textures that stay clear at multiple zoom levels. Built for Microsoft Flight Simulator X, it requires the Nemeth Designs Bell UH-1H model and includes textures only.

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This highly detailed repaint recreates the iconic German air ambulance variant of the Bell UH-1D. It is designed for those seeking a precisely rendered livery that reflects the actual rescue helicopter operated by the German Ministry of the Interior. Created by Bernhard Lechner, this package includes textures only and calls for the original payware Nemeth Designs Bell UH-1H model, which must be installed separately in Microsoft Flight Simulator X (including the Acceleration expansion).

Background on the Real Airframe

The Bell UH-1D (known generally within Germany as the “Huey”) has been used extensively for medevac, SAR (Search and Rescue), and airborne emergency services. The German Ministry of the Interior deployed various UH-1D units equipped with specialized medical devices to facilitate lifesaving missions. Enhanced rotor blade dynamics and a resilient airframe make the UH-1D particularly well-suited for rapid response, even in demanding weather conditions.

German Luftrettung Bell UH-1D performing rescue flight.

Distinctive markings of the German emergency services visible during flight.

Key Highlights of the Repaint

  • Realistic Exterior: Includes carefully balanced color schemes, emergency labeling, and German Ministry of the Interior lettering.
  • Accurate Markings: Reflects real rescue insignia and fully matches known reference imagery of the Huey in service.
  • Refined Textures: Optimized for clarity at multiple zoom levels and ensures minimal performance impact within FSX.

Installation Steps

  1. Extract all files from the downloaded archive.
  2. Locate the “texture.D-HBZU” folder and place it in the “SIMOBJECTS/ROTORCRAFT/ND_UH1H” directory.
  3. Open the aircraft.cfg file in a text editor. Append the following block, replacing [fltsim.XX] with the next logical number:

[fltsim.XX] title= BELL UH-1H HUEY KATASTROPHENSCHUTZ D-HBZU sim= bell_uh1 model= panel= sound= texture= D-HBZU kb_checklists= kb_reference= atc_id= ui_manufacturer= BELL ui_type= UH-1H ui_variation= D-HBZU ui_typerole= "Rotorcraft" ui_createdby= "Nemeth Designs & MILVIZ" description= ""

  1. Save the aircraft.cfg file, exit the editor, and launch Microsoft Flight Simulator X to enjoy your updated helicopter livery.

Air ambulance variant of the Bell UH-1D in action.

View showcasing the medical rescue Huey’s profile while airborne.

Technical Repaint Data

This package leverages high-resolution textures that retain clarity at various display modes. Elements such as rotor hub assemblies and fuselage lines are aligned to match common references, ensuring precise representation. Each element was fine-tuned to minimize any potential artifacting while maintaining flight simulator performance.

Author/Creator: Bernhard Lechner

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bell_uh-1d_german_luftrettung.zip
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How to install this mod

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  1. Extract the downloaded archive

    Use 7-Zip (free) or WinRAR to extract the ZIP to a temporary folder. Don't install while still zipped — the simulator can't read inside ZIP files.
  2. Place files per the readme

    Most FSX add-ons go into one of: SimObjects\Airplanes\, Addon Scenery\, Effects\, or Gauges\.
  3. Always read the included readme

    Every mod ships with a readme.txt or README file. It tells you exactly where files go, what dependencies are needed, and any quirks specific to this add-on.

What’s inside this archive

The archive bell_uh-1d_german_luftrettung.zip has 16 files and directories contained within it.

File Contents

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Filename/Directory File Date File Size
readme_bell_uh-1d_german_luftrettung.txt07.02.101.06 kB
Screens07.02.100 B
UH1D_KAT_01.jpg07.02.10445.71 kB
UH1D_KAT_02.jpg06.30.10407.14 kB
UH1D_KAT_03.jpg06.30.10454.43 kB
Texture.D-HBZU07.02.100 B
PILOT_SD.dds06.30.101.00 MB
texture.cfg08.15.09140 B
THUMBNAIL.jpg06.30.1057.13 kB
UH1C_3_T.dds05.23.101.00 MB
UH1H_1_T.dds06.30.104.00 MB
UH1H_2_T.dds06.30.101.00 MB
UH1H_3_T.dds07.02.101.00 MB
UH1H_4_T.dds06.30.101.00 MB
flyawaysimulation.txt10.29.13959 B
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url01.22.1652 B

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