FSX Further Midlem Scenery Update

This add-on refines the Midlem grass airstrip in the Scottish Borders and integrates with the advanced Scotland scenery package from Playsim. It utilizes specialized VFR UK scenery components along with FSX Acceleration objects, ensuring a detailed environment for low-and-slow flight enthusiasts. Provided by Neil Birch, it is offered at no cost and requires the initial Midlem file for full functionality.

Installation Requirements and Essential Files

Because this upgrade builds on the earlier Midlem package, you must already have Neil Birch’s existing Microlights scenery folder. Once you have that in place, simply copy the included .bgl files into the same directory to enable the revised terrain and structures around the short grass runway. Properly installing these files will guarantee that you experience the nuanced elevation changes and appropriate visual cues when operating in this region.

Enhanced Scenery Components

Leveraging VFR UK and Acceleration Modules

The scenery references models from VFR UK (an abbreviation for Visual Flight Rules United Kingdom) to recreate local buildings and other small-scale landmarks you might encounter near Midlem. In addition, FSX Acceleration modules supply various aeronautical assets that further refine the realism of your airfield environment. These elements collectively enhance immersion for pilots flying microlights and other smaller aircraft.

Optimized Grass Strip Experience

The grass field of Midlem, nestled in the Scottish Borders, has been updated to provide improved surface transitions and layout accuracy. Flying in or out of a rural grass airstrip demands attention to terrain features such as uneven ground and narrow approach corridors, so this update focuses on presenting those aspects with precision for authentic microlight operations. The modifications closely follow the topographical details of the area, ensuring that the brief touchdown zone remains both realistic and challenging.

Scotland Integration and Compatibility

When paired with Playsim’s Scotland region, this add-on aligns Midlem with the accurate topography and surrounding environment found in that larger geographic depiction. The result is a consistent blend of ground textures, 3D objects, and atmospheric conditions. Compatibility has been tested primarily with default FSX plus the Acceleration pack, ensuring a smooth experience for those who desire a layered visual representation of Scotland from the air.

Authorship and Credits

Created and shared by Neil Birch, this package showcases meticulous attention to detail for those interested in exploring the Midlem locale. It represents a collective effort of specialized tools and references to restore a realistic depiction of this small grass runway. Users already familiar with Neil’s Microlights packages will find this addition simple to implement yet highly beneficial to their simulated flights.

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