Astrakhan Airport (URWA) has been upgraded to MSFS2024 today. As usual, the windows, lighting, and decoration have been updated in accordance with the latest SDK requirements.

Astrakhan International Airport named after B. M. Kustodiev (until the early 2000s, it was named Narimanovo) is a federal airport located on the southern outskirts of Astrakhan, 8 km south of the city center. The official name of the airport is Astrakhan.

Four airlines operate regular daily flights to Moscow: Russia, Aeroflot, S7 Airlines and Pobeda. There are also international flights to Antalya (Turkey), Aktau (Kazakhstan), Osh (Kyrgyzstan), Baku (Azerbaijan). (as of December 2021). The number of flights from the airport decreased by more than 10 times after the collapse of the USSR.

The class B airfield is capable of receiving AN-12, AN-24, AN-28, AN-72, AN-74, AN-124, AN-148, AN-225, and Boeing aircraft 737-300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800 and modifications, B-747 and modifications, B-757, B-767 and modifications, A-310, A-319-100, A-320 and modifications, A-321 and modifications, DC-8, MD−11, ATR-42 and modifications, CRJ-100/200, SAAB-2000 and modifications, SAAB−340 and modifications, EMB-120 and modifications, Sukhoi Superjet 100, IL-18, IL-114, IL-76, IL-96-400, Tu-134, Tu-154, Tu-204, Yak-40, Yak-42 and other Class III and IV aircraft, as well as helicopters of all types.

Maximum take-off weight of the aircraft: 191 tons. The Runway Classification Number (PCN) is 63/F/C/X/T. The airfield's equipment allows aircraft to land according to the ICAO Category I meteorological minimum (runway visibility is 800 m, the height of the lower cloud boundary is 60 m).

Privolzhsky Military Airfield is located 16 km northwest of Astrakhan airfield. From 1963 to 1979, it was the main airport of Astrakhan. To the south-east of the city of Astrakhan there are two sports airfields, Osypny Hill and Three Channels.

We are pleased to announce that the updated Platov Airport Scenario (URRP) for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is now available! This high-quality and detailed addition will especially delight Russian virtual pilots and anyone who flies in southern Russia.

The scenario includes:

Full adaptation to the MSFS 2024 engine;

Detailed terminals, platforms and infrastructure;

Improved lighting and night effects;

A photorealistic backdrop and an up-to-date representation of the landscape.

Platov Airport is located in the Rostov region and is an important aviation hub in the region, which makes it an excellent point for domestic and international flights in the simulator.

We would like to introduce you to our new scenario - Santa Claus Airport, Veliky Ustyug!

Veliky Ustyug is an airport of regional importance located in the city of Veliky Ustyug, Vologda region.

The airport belongs to Vologda Aviation, which also operates passenger flights there on Yak-40 aircraft from the regional center twice a week.

Since 2011, repairs have been carried out to enlarge the runway and reconstruct the airport complex. In 2016, the airport was included in the federal program, according to which about 1.3 billion rubles will be allocated for reconstruction. Until 2019, Severstal Airlines operated passenger services on the routes Moscow—Cherepovets—Veliky Ustyug and St. Petersburg-Cherepovets—Veliky Ustyug.

In August 2019, the Governor of the Vologda Region announced that the reconstruction of the airport would be completed by August 20, 2020. The runway length will be increased to 1800 m, which will allow receiving L-410, Saab 2000 and Sukhoi Superjet 100 aircraft with tourists arriving in the "homeland" of Santa Claus. It was planned to organize direct flights from Moscow, St. Petersburg and other major cities. Later, the completion date was postponed to the end of November.

The airport was opened after reconstruction on December 25, 2022. However, after that, regular flights continue to be operated only to the cities of the Vologda region.

After a long lull in the MSFS2024 category, we offer you Pobedilovo Airport, Kirov.

The airfield in Pobedilovo was established in 1941 and was used as a military reserve. In 1964, this site was deemed suitable for the construction of a new civilian airport.

In 1969, the existing Pobedilovo airport was built, and the old airfield on Fileika was abandoned. The last aircraft to land on it in 1981 was the An-8 transport aircraft, which became a monument to Fillet and was later converted into the Eaglet children's cinema. Today, part of the former airfield is built up with cottages, part is overgrown with bushes.

The airport got its name from the village, near the territory of which it is located. However, initially this name was not fixed and was mentioned only by the people, the official name was "Kirov Airport". It was only in 2012 that the airport received its current name.

As eyewitnesses recall, the airport was always clean and well maintained, tickets were cheap, and delays almost never occurred. Flights were not only to neighboring regions, but also to regional centers of the region.

Kirov Airport has been updated for X-Plane 12 and a version for MFSF2020 will be released very soon!

Did you miss it? And so are we! Including the creation of new airports... But unfortunately, the work took up all my free time! We're getting better! Welcome to our new airport - Kirov - Pobedilovo! He has two more updates ahead of him within a week, but the working version is already available on the website! 

Pobedilovo Airport (IATA: KVX, ICAO: USKK) — an airport with the status of federal significance, located 22 kilometers southwest of the center Kirov. It serves regional flights across Russia.

The airfield's operator is Pobedilovo Airport JSC.

The airfield in Pobedilovo was established in 1941 and was used as a military reserve. In 1964, this site was deemed suitable for the construction of a new civilian airport.

In 1969, the existing Pobedilovo airport was built, and the old airfield on Fileika was abandoned. The last aircraft to land on it in 1981 was the An-8 transport aircraft, which became a monument to Fillet and was later converted into the Eaglet children's cinema. Today, part of the former airfield is built up with cottages, part is overgrown with bushes.

The airport got its name from the village, near the territory of which it is located. However, initially this name was not fixed and was mentioned only by the people, the official name was "Kirov Airport". It was only in 2012 that the airport received its current name.

As eyewitnesses recall, the airport was always clean and well maintained, tickets were cheap, and delays almost never occurred. Flights were not only to neighboring regions, but also to regional centers of the region.

Well, the adaptation of the Petrozavodsk airport (Besovets) for MSFS2024 is ready.

Today we are pleased to announce the completion of the adaptation of Petrozavodsk Airport (Besovets) for the Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. As part of this work, important changes were made aimed at improving the visual component and increasing the realism of the gameplay.

Improved lighting

One of the key aspects of our work has been the renovation of airport lighting. We have reviewed all light sources, including navigation lights, runway and terminal lighting. This made it possible to create a more natural atmosphere at night, close to real life. Now pilots will be able to enjoy beautiful night flights over Petrozavodsk, enjoying high-quality lighting.

 Amendments to terraforming

Terraforming is an important element that affects the accuracy of the terrain around the airport. We have done a thorough job of adjusting the elevation data to ensure that it matches the real landscape as closely as possible. These amendments will allow pilots to feel like they are in the real airspace of Karelia, enjoying the scenic views during landing or takeoff.

Updating objects

In addition, we have updated many airport infrastructure facilities. All buildings, hangars and other structures now meet modern standards and look the same as their real prototypes. Thanks to this, Besovets Airport has become an even more recognizable and attractive place for virtual flights.

Configuring LOD to fully display objects

To ensure that all airport objects are displayed correctly, regardless of the distance to them, it is important to keep in mind the setting of the level of detail (LOD). To do this, check the appropriate box in the simulator settings (information about this is contained in the pinned message in the group). This will allow you to enjoy all the details of the airport even at a great distance.

We hope that these improvements will make your flights in the Petrozavodsk area even more exciting and realistic. Good luck to all pilots and have a pleasant flight!

Today, an important event took place for fans of flight simulators — the Kurumoch Airport located in Samara (ICAO code: UWWW) was ported to MSFS2024. This airport has now been completely renovated, adjusted and adapted.

We have done a lot of work to ensure that every element of the airport meets the real conditions. From the terminal buildings to the runways, everything has been reviewed and improved. Thanks to these changes, players will be able to enjoy an accurate reproduction of one of the largest aviation hubs in Russia.

However, to see all the airport facilities from any distance, do not forget to activate the special setting in the developer mode (Dev Mode). To do this, go to the Options menu, select Debug model LODs and check the box next to the Enable force active lod option. This setting will allow you to enjoy all the details of the airport regardless of your location in the game.

Kurumoch International Airport (IATA: KUF, ICAO: UWWW) is the airport of Samara. It is located near the village of Bereza, 35 kilometers north of Samara, 45 kilometers east of Tolyatti; thus, it actually serves two large cities, although de jure it is considered only Samara. The airport's name comes from the village of the same name, located 7 km southwest of it. It has the status of an airport of federal significance.

By the end of 2011, the airport was one of the ten largest airports in Russia in terms of passenger traffic. In 2015, the airport handled 2,208,127 passengers.

The airport is operated by JSC Kurumoch International Airport, part of the Airports of the Regions Holding, a subsidiary of the Renova Group of companies.

Before the bankruptcy of Samara Airlines in 2009, the airport was its base.

A distinctive feature of the airport is its considerable distance from the city - 35 km.