FSX / P3D scenery

FSX Red Bull Air Race Rio De Janeiro Scenery

Red Bull Air Race Rio de Janeiro scenery recreates the 2010 course with accurately placed pylons near SBRJ Santos Dumont, letting pilots fly tight gates against Rio’s beaches and mountains. Built for Microsoft Flight Simulator X, it delivers a focused, high-speed circuit with clear visual cues for realistic practice and replayable laps.

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Flight Simulator X Prepar3D

This add-on showcases the 2010 Red Bull Air Race course set against the iconic surroundings of Rio De Janeiro. It accurately recreates the exhilarating pylon layout near Santos Dumont Airport to give enthusiasts a realistic race experience in Microsoft Flight Simulator X. The pack is entirely freeware, providing an accessible way to explore this famous aerial motorsport event. Developed by Siscot Yves, it brings the excitement of high-speed maneuvers right into your simulator.

Immersive Circuit Near Rio’s Coastline

Engineered to capture the feel of the actual Red Bull Air Race, this scenery displays the distinctive pylons and structures in the correct alignment. The heart of this setup lies close to the waters of Rio De Janeiro, renowned for its stunning beaches and mountains. During the race, you will weave through a precise pattern of air gates designed to push the boundaries of piloting skills.

Red Bull Air Race Rio De Janeiro Scenery.

Red Bull Air Race Rio De Janeiro Scenery.

Key Aspects of the Racecourse

Authentic Pylon Layout
Every checkpoint sculpture is placed to reflect the real-life layout used during the 2010 competition.
Focused Scenery Details
The environment around the race area includes essential visual cues to enhance immersion.
Convenient Launch Proximity
All starting points are near SBRJ Santos Dumont Airport, enabling direct access to the track upon departure.

Placing the Files on Windows Vista

When using Windows Vista, install the provided .exe package directly into:

  • C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Microsoft Flight Simulator X\Addon Scenery

After installing, restart Microsoft Flight Simulator X to recognize the newly added scenery.

Folder Setup on Windows XP

Windows XP users should place the contents in:

  • C:\Program Files\Microsoft Games\Microsoft Flight Simulator X\Addon Scenery

Following installation, run Microsoft Flight Simulator X, access the “Settings” menu, and open your scenery configuration. Include the scenery by selecting the folder named Red Bull Air Race Perth 2010, then activate it within the library. Once added, restart the simulator and confirm the terrain updates.

Where to Begin Your Flight

For those aiming to jump straight into the track, take off from SBRJ Santos Dumont Airport. From this runway, you only have a short distance to reach the race pylons. Rio’s coastal topography provides a mesmerizing background, making the entire flight both challenging and scenic.

Freeware Usage and Distribution

This release is freeware. Always keep its original text file alongside the scenery if you plan to share or repack it for other forums and platforms. Please note that the creator, Siscot Yves, is not responsible for any damages that may arise from installing or using this content. By proceeding, you acknowledge full responsibility and assume all associated risks.

Have a pleasant flight and enjoy navigating the demanding course!

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Filename
sy-red_bull_air_race_rio_de_janeiro__2010_fsx.zip
File size
547.77 KB
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Access
Freeware
Content rating
Everyone

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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)
-22.91050000,-43.16310000
Decimal degrees
-22.910500°, -43.163100°
Degrees, minutes, seconds
22° 54' 37.800" S 43° 09' 47.160" 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 sy-red_bull_air_race_rio_de_janeiro__2010_fsx.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
RJ_10_AREAMAp.JPG05.08.10132.89 kB
Readme sy.Red Bull Air Race Rio De Janeiro 2010 FSX.txt05.09.102.90 kB
Sy-Red Bull Air Race Rio De Janeiro 2010 FSX.exe05.14.10426.51 kB
flyawaysimulation.txt10.29.13959 B
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url01.22.1652 B

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