FSX / P3D scenery

FSX Amherst Scenery

Amherst, Massachusetts comes alive with carefully placed landmarks and a detailed University of Massachusetts campus, enriching low-and-slow VFR sightseeing across the Five Colleges region. Built for Microsoft Flight Simulator X, it blends smoothly with the default world and gains sharper road, water, and landclass alignment with UT-FSX_Usa.

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Flight Simulator X Prepar3D

This freeware release re-creates the distinctive area of Amherst, MA, with special emphasis on the University of Massachusetts campus. It merges local landmarks into Microsoft Flight Simulator X surroundings in a realistic manner, so virtual pilots can explore the region’s notable architecture and terrain at a closer level of fidelity. Developed by Richard Kittredege, this scenery pack integrates seamlessly with default environments when properly installed and is enhanced further by the recommended terrain data.

Local Focus on the Campus and Beyond

An important aspect of this scenery is the depiction of the UMass campus. Key buildings and campus layouts are positioned to match real-world references, bringing recognizable sites into your sim flights. Amherst is known for its academic atmosphere and surrounding green areas, making it a visually appealing spot for both short VFR hops and leisurely aerial tours of the Five Colleges area.

Technology Used in Development

  • Flight1 Instant Scenery: Authored using this specialized application (not required to view or use this add-on).
  • UT-FSX_Usa: Although the scenery functions without it, using the Ultimate Terrain software from Flight1 helps align objects more accurately and enhances landclass data across New England regions.

Why UT-FSX_Usa Is Recommended

With UT-FSX_Usa installed, roads, water bodies, and topographical contours are better defined. Consequently, the custom-placed structures blend naturally into the environment. This extra layer of detail supports improved navigation and boosts overall immersion while touring Western Massachusetts landmarks.

Deployment Instructions

  1. Locate the AmherstMA.bgl file included with this scenery.
  2. Copy or move that file into the Addon Scenery/scenery folder found in your main simulator directory.
  3. Confirm that the Addon Scenery entry is activated within your sceneries list, so the simulator can load the new content properly.

Technical Highlights for Simmers

The scenery focuses on precise object placement, reflecting key structural footprints of Amherst’s most recognizable areas. Buildings around the university segment, as well as portions of the town, have been introduced to refine the default layout. Trees, open spaces, and supporting details are arranged to capture local charm without overwhelming performance.

By integrating this add-on, flight simulation enthusiasts can explore the chemistry between academic landmarks, surrounding small-town architecture, and the lush countryside in the valley. Whether you conduct pattern practice above the region or plan cross-country flights to nearby fields, the enhanced setting offers a more genuine encounter with the iconic Massachusetts locale.

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File information

Filename
amherst.zip
File size
1.8 KB
Virus scan
Clean (scanned with ClamAV)
Access
Freeware
Content rating
Everyone

Download speed: Free tier is capped at 0.5 Mbps. PRO members download at full line speed.

How to install this mod

FSX / P3D scenery
  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 scenery in Addon Scenery

    Create a folder under FSX\Addon Scenery\ containing scenery and texture sub-folders.
  3. Activate in Scenery Library

    In FSX, go to Settings → Scenery Library → Add Area. Higher priority means it overrides lower entries for the same location.
  4. 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.

Finding the scenery

Use these coordinates to fly directly to this location once the mod is installed.

FSX / Prepar3D coordinates (or generate a flight plan)
42.38830000,-72.52540000
Decimal degrees
42.388300°, -72.525400°
Degrees, minutes, seconds
42° 23' 17.880" N 72° 31' 31.440" W

Launch FSX or Prepar3D and use Flights → Load to open the downloaded .pln file. Your aircraft will be positioned at this location.

What’s inside this archive

The archive amherst.zip has 5 files and directories contained within it.

File Contents

This list displays the first 500 files in the package. If the package has more, you will need to download it to view them.

Filename/Directory File Date File Size
AmherstMA.bgl07.28.07572 B
File_ID_FSX.diz.txt07.28.07104 B
Readme.txt07.28.07419 B
flyawaysimulation.txt10.29.13959 B
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url01.22.1652 B

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