FSX / P3D scenery

FSX Wanaka Airport Scenery

Wanaka Airport (NZWF) gets a sharper, more accurate layout in Microsoft Flight Simulator X, bringing the Otago airfield to life with updated ground textures, corrected runway and taxiway markings, and better building placement near Lake Wanaka. A custom AFCAD improves parking and headings, and it requires components typically included with FSX Acceleration.

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Flight Simulator X Prepar3D

Enhance your virtual flying experience at Wanaka Airport (NZWF), nestled in the Otago region of New Zealand. This package, created by Kade Bellaney, introduces a refined rendition of this countryside hub in Microsoft Flight Simulator X, offering updated ground details, optimizations, and improved navigation accuracy.

Detailed Scenery Upgrades

Immerse yourself in an enriched environment that highlights the location’s unique setting near Lake Wanaka. You will notice strategic enhancements to building placements, runway markings, and taxiway alignments. These refinements leverage default library objects to ensure compatibility without excessive resource demands.

Wanaka Airport Scenery.

Upgraded visual elements showcase Wanaka’s scenic flair.

Refined AFCAD and Field Layout

The core layout has been revamped through a custom Airport Facility Data (AFCAD) file, aiming to bring more precision to parking spots, runway headings, and other core attributes. While not every real-world detail is replicated, these adjustments significantly enhance overall realism, from gate positioning to general ground geometry.

Technical Considerations

These improvements may rely on certain simulator components typically included with the Acceleration expansion pack. Although not definitively required, it is recommended to have FSX Acceleration installed for optimal functionality. The creator has made every effort to maintain stability while ensuring performance efficiency.

How to Integrate into Your Simulator

  1. Extract the BGL file found in the download archive.
  2. Place the extracted file inside the Addon Scenery > Scenery directory of your Microsoft Flight Simulator X installation.
  3. Launch the simulator and verify that the modified scenery is active.

This free enhancement, built with ADE 1.45, is intended to elevate your approach and departure experiences within the Wanaka region. No additional licenses or purchases are required, as this add-on remains freeware.

Authored by Kade Bellaney, this update aims to provide scenic authenticity for enthusiasts seeking an enhanced depiction of Wanaka Airport. Your flights will benefit from a new level of immersion in one of New Zealand’s most picturesque aviation locales.

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File information

Filename
wanaka.zip
File size
8.96 MB
Virus scan
Clean (scanned with ClamAV)
Access
Freeware
Content rating
Everyone

Download speed: Free tier is capped at 0.5 Mbps (this file takes approximately 3 mins at the cap). 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)
-44.72220000,169.24800000
Decimal degrees
-44.722200°, 169.248000°
Degrees, minutes, seconds
44° 43' 19.920" S 169° 14' 52.800" E

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 wanaka.zip has 11 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
wanaka (3).BMP08.31.093.00 MB
wanaka (4).BMP08.31.093.00 MB
wanaka (5).BMP08.31.093.00 MB
wanaka (6).BMP08.31.093.00 MB
wanaka (7).BMP08.31.093.00 MB
readme!!!!!!!!!.txt08.31.09678 B
NZWF_ADEX_KB.BGL08.31.0916.29 kB
wanaka 1.BMP08.31.093.00 MB
wanaka (2).BMP08.31.093.00 MB
flyawaysimulation.txt10.29.13959 B
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url01.22.1652 B

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