FSX / P3D scenery

FSX Alpine Airfield Scenery

Alpine Airfield in California gains a rugged, true-to-life makeover with terrain matched to topographic data, refined runway surfaces and markings, and thoughtfully placed buildings, hangars, and perimeter vegetation for convincing VFR operations. The elevated surroundings create realistic approach challenges and short-field landing practice in Microsoft Flight Simulator X.

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Flight Simulator X Prepar3D

This freeware package provides a meticulous rendition of Alpine Airfield in California, capturing its rugged surroundings and characteristic layout. It has been crafted by Aaron Bennett, who took care to align the facility’s subtle attributes with realistic topographical data. Enthusiasts looking to improve their skills in short-field landings will appreciate the detailed environment and the elevated terrain that surrounds the field.

Overview

Positioned amid mountainous landscapes, Alpine Airfield presents unique departure and approach considerations due to the uneven terrain in this part of California (CA). This add-on mod modifies the default Flight Simulator X depiction to include carefully placed objects, refined runway surfaces, and context-specific vegetation. It also introduces a more precise ground layout, reflecting the actual conditions pilots can anticipate during real-world operations.

Screenshot of Alpine Airfield runway.

Screenshot of Alpine Airfield runway.

Key Features

  • Detailed terrain alignment for nuanced obstacle clearance, useful in visual approaches.
  • Accurate runway markings that reflect actual operational constraints in smaller airfields.
  • Enhanced texturing for buildings and hangars to match the airfield’s real appearance.
  • Improved vegetation placement along the perimeter, offering a more immersive flight experience.
  • Freeware release by Aaron Bennett, ensuring ease of distribution and installation.

The updated surfaces and carefully modeled 3D surroundings allow for smooth training scenarios, while the region’s varied topography offers a valuable challenge for landing technique refinement. Aaron Bennett’s focus on precision stands out, making this an excellent supplement for those seeking authentic general aviation airfield operations in Flight Simulator X.

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File information

Filename
ontherocks.zip
File size
181.63 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)
38.58000000,-119.75000000
Decimal degrees
38.580000°, -119.750000°
Degrees, minutes, seconds
38° 34' 48.000" N 119° 45' 00.000" 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 ontherocks.zip has 4 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
ontherocks.BGL08.13.103.61 kB
2010-8-13_19-6-51-804.JPG08.14.10181.67 kB
flyawaysimulation.txt10.29.13959 B
Go to Fly Away Simulation.url01.22.1652 B

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