FSX Senou Int'l Airport Scenery

This comprehensive add-on refines the facilities at Senou International Airport (GABS) in Mali by introducing new objects, buildings, and enhanced realism. Regular travelers to Bamako–Sénou International Airport will recognize the importance of detailed structures around the cargo bay and main terminal. Created by developer Lee Marrow, this scenery also relies on the lights package by Jim Dhaenens, which can be obtained separately (fsx_lts.zip). It is designed for Microsoft Flight Simulator X, integrating seamlessly with default library elements and providing more realistic parking setups through a custom AFCAD.

Key Airport Enhancements

• Expanded Terminal Complex: Default FSX structures and vehicles are strategically placed to replicate the real airport’s layout while preserving performance.
• Revitalized Ramps and Cargo Areas: Cargo objects have been deployed around the parking spots, capturing the bustling atmosphere of a busy international point of entry.
• Adjusted AFCAD Files: Reworked parking alignments and gate placements help AI traffic maneuver more accurately, ensuring smoother operations between runways and taxiways.
• Nighttime Lighting (Requires fsx_lts.zip): The custom lighting by Jim Dhaenens illuminates the apron and approach paths, enhancing immersion during low-visibility or evening flights.

Installation Instructions

1. Extract the GABS folder directly into your Addon Scenery directory.
2. Use the in-sim Scenery Library to add or activate the new entry.
3. Install fsx_lts.zip by Jim Dhaenens if you want to enable the advanced lighting system.

Technical Considerations

• Scenery Library Registration: Ensure the folder is recognized and prioritized in your simulator’s scenery index.
• Performance Tuning: This add-on primarily uses stock FSX elements, minimizing performance impact on most systems.
• Optional Adjustments: Users are free to customize AI traffic or gates if they wish to fine-tune aircraft operations further.

This package offers a faithful portrayal of one of West Africa’s key aviation hubs. Suggestions for improvement are welcomed by Lee Marrow, who carefully designed this instance of Senou International Airport to enhance flight operations in the vibrant Malian airspace.