FSX Auburn Municipal Airport Scenery

This comprehensive add-on refines Auburn Municipal Airport (ICAO: KAUN), situated in the rolling terrain of Northern California. Created by developer Phillip Coyle, it modifies the default airport in Microsoft Flight Simulator X to more closely align with real-world terrain and facility data. Enthusiasts who frequent smaller, general aviation fields will appreciate the detailed runway, taxiway, and apron revisions. Accuracy is improved through the integration of satellite imagery derived from Google Earth, ensuring a more realistic preflight experience for those exploring the Gold Country region.

Visual Enhancements and Airport Layout

Meticulous adjustments within the Auburn Municipal Airport Scenery include a more accurate runway layout, enhanced aprons, and carefully aligned taxiways. The creator positioned various default FSX scenery objects, ensuring that the environment captures the unmistakable look and feel of this general aviation field in Northern California. This modification complements fixed-wing traffic operations and offers a faithful depiction of the real-life airfield, making local circuit work far more immersive.

Underlying Data and Real-World References

To achieve a faithful representation, the developer leveraged Google Earth for precise location mapping. Runway markings and taxiway positioning reflect the airfield’s actual dimensions, which benefits virtual pilots looking for realistic performance planning. The package blends nicely with the surrounding topography and serves as an excellent landmark for navigation in this portion of California.

Compilation and Tools Used

All BGL files included in this scenery have been created with Airport Design Editor, a specialized utility that facilitates layout modifications within the simulator. This toolset ensures smooth integration into your existing FSX environment without interrupting other add-ons you may have installed.

Performance and Scenery Settings

The add-on requires at least NORMAL scenery settings to guarantee the visibility of the included objects. If you tend to fly with higher-end graphics presets, you will benefit from improved detail levels across the airfield, such as more extensive apron markings and a fuller 3D environment. Meanwhile, pilots with mid-range systems should still enjoy stable frame rates when using NORMAL or slightly higher settings.

Installation Instructions

1. Copy the two BGL files (KAUN_ADE.BGL and KAUN_ADE_CVX.BGL) into your primary FSX installation under Addon Scenery/Scenery.
2. Run Microsoft Flight Simulator X, and you should notice the newly integrated changes immediately.

Optional Uninstallation Steps

1. Remove the same two BGL files (KAUN_ADE.BGL and KAUN_ADE_CVX.BGL) from the Addon Scenery/Scenery folder.
2. Restart Microsoft Flight Simulator X, and the default airport layout will return.

Thanks for downloading this freeware package! Remember, you can apply it safely and experiment with different settings to discover enhanced realism. This add-on is provided as is; you bear all responsibility if any issues arise, though it has been tested to ensure stability.

No official support is offered, but dedicated hobbyists in the community often help one another troubleshoot. Acknowledgments go to Phillip Coyle for undertaking the design and to flight simulation enthusiasts worldwide who enjoy these timely updates.