FSX Alabama State Troopers Pack

This free release features a pair of law enforcement ground vehicles patterned after the Alabama State Troopers, designed by FTB Models and featuring work by Dirk Stuck. It includes a Dodge Charger and a Ford Crown Victoria, both adorned with graphics that replicate the distinctive appearance of actual patrol units used by Alabama’s highway patrol division. The entire package integrates seamlessly into FSX and remains fully freeware.

Technical Insights into the Included Vehicles

Dodge Charger (Pursuit Variant)
Known for its performance in real-world operations, the simulated version highlights aerodynamic styling and includes an accurate law enforcement light bar. In this representation, light bar (a mounted array of flashing warning lights) driving the police livery is faithfully scaled to match standard highway patrol conditions.

Ford Crown Victoria (Interceptor Edition)
This iconic sedan served for many years as a staple patrol vehicle across North America. Within FSX, the model reflects careful attention to detail, from the signature front grille to the color scheme typical of official Alabama fleet markings.

Directions for Installing into FSX

1. Locate the SimObjects directory: SimObjects\Airplanes within the main FSX folder. Its exact path may differ on various versions of Windows.
2. Copy the Dodge Charger and Crown Victoria folders directly into the Airplanes subfolder.
3. Open your simulator and verify the vehicles appear among the available AI or user-selectable models.
4. Begin using them in free flight or any custom scenario.

Real-World Notes on Alabama State Troopers

In actual service, these vehicles support statewide traffic enforcement, typically equipped with robust engines to ensure they can handle high-speed chases and routine patrol duties. Reflective markings, as seen on these textures, are essential for visibility in low-light or adverse weather conditions. These authenticity-focused liveries reflect the hallmark of Alabama’s law enforcement schema.

Authorship and Acknowledgments

FTB Models developed this package, and Dirk Stuck contributed the vehicle models. Both creators released it as freeware, offering simulation enthusiasts the chance to add realistic ground patrol elements to their flight environment without any additional cost.

Enjoy these fully realized law enforcement units, and remember to keep the included folders intact to preserve texture integrity. The Alabama State Troopers Pack is set to enhance immersion for those wishing to simulate or simply observe these iconic patrol vehicles within FSX’s virtual world.

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