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The scenery
is delivered in its current real-life configuration, or
2008 version. An installer to execute the move
from the old terminal to the new facility portrayed in a
fictitious operational configuration can be downloaded
here. A installer
to execute the move to the new terminal in its 2009
"real-life" configuration will be available just prior
to the official opening day, November 27th, 2008.
BluePrint Simulations invites you to participate in the
opening of the newest airport in the United States.
On November 27, 2008, a new facility will replace the
current passenger terminal at KIND. The change is part of a
redevelopment project started nearly two decades ago. KIND's transformation has been a long process that
involved the construction of two parallel runways,
expansion of the FedEx package sorting facility, and the
construction of one of the most advanced aircraft
reconfiguration and maintenance facilities in the world
(originally operated by United Airlines and now by AAR
Aircraft Services.) In 2006, a new air traffic
control facility including a highly recognizable control tower
(the third tallest in the United States) entered
operation. The pinnacle of the redevelopment
project will be the opening of the new passenger terminal.
The new terminal will in fact become the newest airport
in the US, only having in common with old airport its
geographical location.
The new
facility features an
elegant and futuristic terminal, with a softly curved
roof and enormous glass walls. Two mirror-image
concourses flank the terminal, giving the complex a
unique look characterized by some as that of a
well-known fantasy spaceship. Beyond its
architectural beauty, the new terminal's location
between the two parallel runways will transform KIND.
The new configuration, already adopted by most modern
airports around the world, is not only significantly
more efficient but also much safer by eliminating the
need for runway crossings by passenger aircraft during
normal operations. Based
on pictures of the nearly complete structure, the new
terminal complex has been represented accurately in our
scenery.
We have
also accurately modeled the new control tower, the current terminal with its
four concourses, and the FedEx package sorting facility. All
other maintenance, cargo and general aviation buildings
have also been modeled accurately. Especial
attention was given to preserving the correct runway layout and
orientation, while completely re-doing the taxiway and
ramp configuration in order to fit reality.
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Our scenery
is designed to give you the
opportunity to be part of KIND's
exciting transformation.
As delivered, the scenery
represents Indianapolis
International airport as it
exists today. As in real
life, the new passenger terminal
can be seen its finished
exterior has been reproduced as
accurately as possible. It will,
however, be inoperative as no
jetways have been added.
Also, AI traffic will utilize
only the current facility.
Just prior to the official opening day
(currently scheduled for
November 27,2008), we will issue an
installer that will add jetways and
vehicles to the new facility and
a new AI mapping file (AFCAD)
will direct traffic to the new
terminal.
(Jetways may be added sooner if
gate configuration and airline
assignments become available.)
The old facility will become
inoperative at the same time.
Jetways and other vehicles and equipment will
be removed and the AI traffic
will no longer utilize it.
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For
those of you eager to experience the new airport right
away, an installer containing the alternate set of files
is now available for download
here.
A few artistic liberties had to be taken in order to
give an operational status to the still unfinished
terminal, including gate and taxiway configurations as
well as airline assignments. Please notice that the old terminal
will also be rendered inoperative.
Scenery Features:
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Custom-made, optimized
Gmax models of most buildings within the airport
grounds including the two passenger terminals and a
total of six
concourses, the FedEx package sorting facility, the
USPS priority and express mail sorting facility, the
AAR maintenance
complex, and all other general aviation and cargo
facilities.
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Custom-made, optimized
textures for all Gmax generated buildings. In
the FSX version, reflective effects were used in the
textures of all major buildings.
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Custom-made,
high-resolution photo real ground textures in and
around the airport depicting seasonal changes and
improved blending with the surrounding ground
textures
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Accurate runway and
taxiway layouts, including detailed markings and
signals
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Custom-made AI mapping
file including realistic gate and parking spot
assignments*
Compatibility:
FS9
(FS2004) and Windows XP or Windows Vista (32
bit ONLY)
FSX and Windows XP or Windows Vista
(32 bit ONLY)
*The FSX version is not
fully compatible with the default animated aircraft service
vehicles. Gate configuration is depicted
accurately. In most cases, the available space
around the parked aircraft cannot accommodate the
default vehicles. An alternate set of static vehicles is
provided.
Availability:
Available Now
Cost:
US$ 15.00 for each version.
Important Notice: The installers contain high-resolution images and are
120MB
in size. A high-speed internet connection is
recommended. You have the option to request a CD
copy of the installation file. This service is
provided by BMT Micro, Inc. Additional shipping
and handling charges apply.
To purchase the product,
please select the appropriate icon on the left. All
purchases made through this site are processed by BMT Micro, Inc., Wilmington, NC,
USA on behalf of OnDuty Support Systems LLC,
Camarillo, CA, USA
Please read the
Customer Support and Product Return policies before
purchasing any BluePrint Simulations product.
The policies can be found in the support section of this
web page or by clicking
here.
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