FSX Austrian Air Force Bell UH-1C

This freeware repaint replicates the Austrian Air Force’s Bell UH-1C (AB 204) variant, capturing the authentic markings and operational look of the real aircraft used for transport and liaison purposes. Created by Bernhard Lechner, it requires the payware Bell UH-1C model by Nemeth Designs for Microsoft Flight Simulator X (including Acceleration). Enthusiasts seeking a historically inspired rotorcraft experience will appreciate its detailed camouflage and Austrian insignia.

Distinctive Austrian Markings and Background

The Austrian Air Force integrated AB 204 platforms (based on the Bell UH-1 series) for missions such as search-and-rescue, VIP transport, and border surveillance. These helicopters featured a unique set of national roundels and numerals that distinguished them from other operators. This repaint accurately reflects those insignias while including precise surface details, including panel lines and rivet placements.

Technical Highlights of This Livery

• Accurate Surface Finish: Every panel, access hatch, and rotor assembly component is depicted to match the typical Austrian service appearance.
• Optimized for FSX/Acceleration: All textures have been adapted to work smoothly with Nemeth Designs’ Bell UH-1C payware model in Microsoft Flight Simulator X.
• Authentic National Markings: The Austrian tail flashes and stenciled numbers have been replicated for a realistic flight deck environment.

How to Integrate the New Textures

Follow these concise steps to incorporate the newly provided files:

1. Extract the downloaded package to your preferred location.
2. Locate the texture.AUSTRIA folder, then move it into your SIMOBJECTS/ROTORCRAFT/ND_UH1C directory.
3. Open your aircraft.cfg file in a text editor and scroll to the section containing existing [fltsim.X] entries.
4. Copy and paste the snippet below, ensuring you update [FLTSIM.XX] to the next available number:

    

   [FLTSIM.XX]
Title = Bell UH-1C HUEY M23 - AUSTRIA
Sim = BELL_UH1
Model =
Panel = 1
Sound =
Texture = AUSTRIA
kb_checklists =
kb_reference =
atc_id = 001
ui_manufacturer = BELL
ui_type = UH-1C
ui_variation = AUSTRIA - 4D-BL
ui_typerole = Rotorcraft
ui_createdby = Nemeth Designs & MILVIZ
description =

5. Save the updated file, then launch your simulator to see the newly applied Austrian Air Force scheme.

Livery Credentials and Model Requirements

This repaint is produced by Bernhard Lechner and exclusively intended for the Nemeth Designs Bell UH-1C payware helicopter, which can be purchased from specialized add-on stores such as SimShack. The core files in this package only include texture data, so you will need the official payware aircraft for correct functionality.

Enjoy exploring Austrian military routes and scenarios with this specialized repaint, and thank you for trying out this unique contribution to the Bell UH-1C collection.