FSX Bell UH-1D Huey 'N205R'

This specialized repaint showcases the Bell UH-1D Huey, registered as “N205R,” and it is designed by Tim Scharnhop for use with the payware Aerosoft Huey X package. Enthusiasts of Microsoft Flight Simulator X will recognize the UH-1D for its versatility and storied service record. This rotorcraft, often called the “Huey,” earned global respect as a transport helicopter and a rescue platform—making it a true icon of aviation history. This add-on is freeware, but please note that it requires the commercial Aerosoft Huey X product, which must be obtained separately.

Intriguing Bell UH-1D Features (Registration N205R)

• Unique Visuals: The “N205R” repaint enriches the exterior with authentic design elements, reflecting its registered tail number.
• Distinctive Rotorcraft Characteristics: This add-on incorporates nuanced paint details on the fuselage and tail surfaces, balancing historical authenticity with modern simulation standards.
• Developer’s Touch: Tim Scharnhop created these textures with precision, ensuring a highly accurate depiction of this specific airframe.

Required Assets and Preliminary Steps

Aerosoft Huey X Package:

You must already have the complete Aerosoft Huey X product installed in the default manner. The textures provided here only work when combined with that payware package.

Microsoft Flight Simulator X:

Confirm that you have a fully functional installation of FSX. This helicopter repaint does not replace or alter any core simulator files.

Preparing the Files

1. Download and unzip AS_HueyX_N205R.ZIP into a temporary location. Keep the folder structure intact to avoid installation conflicts.
2. Locate the folder named texture.N205R from the extracted contents.

Placing the Texture Files

In your main simulator folder, navigate to: Microsoft Flight Simulator X\SimObjects\Rotorcraft\Aerosoft_Bell UH1D. Copy or move the texture.N205R folder into this directory, preserving the subfolder name and hierarchy. This arrangement is vital for the repaint to function correctly.

Modifying Aircraft Configuration

Edit your aircraft.cfg file in the Aerosoft_Bell UH1D folder. Append the snippet below under the last [fltsim.X] entry, making sure to increment the sequence number accordingly:

[fltsim.XX]
title=205 N205R
sim=UH-1D
model=205
panel=
sound=
texture=N205R
kb_checklists=
kb_reference=
atc_id_color=0xc6eff7ff
atc_id=N205R
atc_type=Bell
atc_model= UH=1D
atc_airline=
atc_flight_number=
atc_heavy=0
ui_manufacturer=Bell
ui_type=205
ui_variation=N205R
ui_typerole="Rotorcraft"
ui_createdby="Specific-3D-Design"
prop_anim_ratio=1.67

After you paste this block, simply save the aircraft.cfg to finalize the process. The repaint should now appear in your simulator’s aircraft selection menu, ready for takeoff as the “N205R” variant.

Experience the “N205R” Huey Repaint

Once installed, you can opt for the “N205R” repaint in the rotorcraft menu. This distinct scheme emphasizes defining paint lines and an accurate registration number. Designed to integrate seamlessly with Aerosoft’s Huey X, it provides a vivid rendering of this famously robust helicopter, highlighting the functionality and reliability that made the Bell UH-1D such an icon in real operations. Enjoy this complimentary add-on from Tim Scharnhop, and be sure to keep exploring new worlds with your realistic Huey in Microsoft Flight Simulator X.