| * Please DELETE the previous version before installing a new version to avoid problems due to BREAKING CHANGES*
Now the navdata and the scenery have been separated. Just delete the file "navdata-vqpr.bgl" if you have subscribed 3rd party global navdata from vendors like Navigraph to prevent conflicts.
If you have bought the GSX Pro payware addon, you may also want to download the corresponding Profile by JR1705.
Known issues:
- Some of the terminal buildings on the apron looks "floated" as I made the whole airport inclined, but I have no good method to solve it at this moment.
- It is reported that the stock Paro Airport could not be modded for a few of players with Steam version
The stock Paro Airport is nicely crafted, but the apron layout is not update, and the parkings are classified as RAMP_GA_MEDIUM, which means that certain types of ground handling vehicles needed for jetliners are missing. I feel no good after I've completed the "flying an Airbus like a bush pilot" landing.
With this addon, the runway, apron and taxiway layout of Paro Airport has been revised to be up-to-date. Taxiway names are assigned according to information from Bhutan AIP, and most of the parkings have been changed to RAMP_GA_LARGE so now you can call for Boarding Ramp and Large Pushback there. You can now taxi on the parallel taxiway (Taxiway T) safely with an A320. The runway IRL is sloped with gradient as much as 0.8%, while runway 15 is sloped downward and runway 33 is sloped upward, resulting in height difference as much as 16M bewteen the thresholds. The portrait of the Royal Family of Bhutan at the apron has also been replaced with the current one.
The approaches have also replaced to become circle-to-land procedures, which are independent of the runway used on final. You are recommended to use the development version if you are flying with A32NX as it now supports automatic holdings and all the RNAV procedures include compulsory holding for some of the transitions.
From the AIP of Bhutan, these two points about Paro Airport are specified:
- Entry/Exit into circuit area is via Chhuzom (confluence of rivers Paro Thimphu)
- Avoid flying over dzongs, monastery or temples
In addition to modding the stock Paro Airport, certain helper POIs including the important pattern checkpoints and the religious buildings along Paro Valley are also added, which are helpful for those who want to try a full flight to/from Paro Airport, rather than just playing with the Paro Landing Challenge (but passing the challenge with a score of 'B' is essential before a full flight). In fact most of these buildings are located on hillsides so it is not likely to fly over them directly. The largest one among them is the Rinpung Dzong (also called Paro Dzong), which is already handcrafted in stock scenery and you should see it clearly. In additional, I've also placed a POI on Mr. Smith's House, which is the "visual target" for approaching runway 15.
For longer flights into Paro, it is often to have a stop at Guwahati or Bagdogra Airport to confirm the weather at Paro before heading for it. I hope this mod would help you to get familiar with the landscape nearby.
A detailed tutorial about the full procedures is attached in the zip file as PDF. Have a look on the video from Just Planes for the complete procedure:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLITsoyPBjk
There is another channel on YouTube with plenty of real world video for operating in or out of Paro, by a Captain at Bhutan Airlines:
https://www.youtube.com/c/FlyingDragonBhutan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fj7pL-Zngt0
*The procedures above are practiced for simulations ONLY. DO NOT TRY THIS IN REAL LIFE. Dedicated rating is required for flying into Paro in fact*
My Bhutan scenery series:
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Welcome to subscribe my channels for MSFS live game-play:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC21efZOlIujoYpzzCGoiYfQ
https://www.twitch.tv/kychungdotcom
This is the dedicated playlist for the past MSFS live game-play sessions into Paro Airport:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcMXnlY1eyJpRuvwQsk9r9Ls0DoVI3i-V
abennett
Sorry, can you explain again what to do with the navdata, I don't undertsand. I have navigraph, but I am not sure what file and where it is that I need to delete.
kychungdotcom 3 day(s) ago
The file path is "scenery\kychungdotcom\paro-mods\navdata-vqpr.bgl"
This file is to modify the stock RNAV procedures, it is not a must to delete this file if there is no problem occurred in the flight planner, i.e. "World Map". Moreover, the Bhutanese pilots IRL are still using the "old-skool" VOR procedures instead of those RNAV procedures.
AthenaGrey
Thank you so much for your continued refinements to this amazing Paro airport, the most challenging approch in MSFS. And now with the added GSX profiles by J1705, it is real cool to watch passengers walking to/from the terminal.
SovietWizard
It is the many very good, but why is the runway completely black colors?
Rithvik
This is amazing! Way better than default. One thing I ask is to make the runway marking a bit more realistic. A bit more ware and tear. Like the markings left behind after aircraft have landed. That would be amazing. Other than that, amazing!
hergi1234
Very nice! Pretty much a must have for anyone who wants to enjoy this airport often. This fixes some major problems like the fence too close to the taxiway. Did you add these modifications on top of Asobo’s handcrafted or did you build it yourself?
kychungdotcom 1 month(s) ago
It is built on the top of handcrafted Asobo stock airport, but almost all the things have been remade from scratch, only those handcrafted buildings are kept untouched.
MaverickUSN316
Finally I got this airport to work on my pc, I figured that since it wont run from inside of the community folder i tried installing it to the Roaming Steam Folder and finally it showed up!
skybirds1011 2 month(s) ago
This doesn't make any sense since all other airports created on Flightsim.to are working.
MaverickUSN316 2 month(s) ago
Then you explain to me why this scenery never worked when it was installed in the community folder and yet started working when I installed it into the Roaming Steam folder. Some files are coded to work this way apparently on my pc.
skybirds1011 2 month(s) ago
You misunderstood me. I am NOT saying you putting it in that roaming folder doesn't make sense. I am saying that why other airports work in the community folder but this one doesn't get recognized. I bought mine Microsoft Store, do I have a roaming steam folder? Where?
MaverickUSN316 2 month(s) ago
I wouldn't think so because I purchased mine steam is probably why i have that steam folder, I could be wrong because Market place uses steam to buy addons
skybirds1011
Just like EK6666, said, your scenery doesn't load in the sim. It loads MS default airport. Any ideas?
kychungdotcom 2 month(s) ago
Did you setup any symbolic links to the community folder?
skybirds1011 2 month(s) ago
Just the Addon Linker, does this file need to go directly into Community Folder?
kychungdotcom 2 month(s) ago
I'm not sure because I didn't install the Addon Linker, but you can try to put it into the Community Folder directly and see if it helps anyway
skybirds1011 2 month(s) ago
I put the file directly into the Community Folder. Both for PARO and VEBD. Not working. The addon linker simply allows me to store files (airport folders) on a separate drive, so that my community folder doesn't have to have 20 dozen files. I have no issues with anyone else's airport. So, something is wrong with your file for the latest sim update. I don't understand what you mean by symbolic link. If you have time, please go check out MSFS Addon Linker (https://flightsim.to/file/1572/msfs-addons-linker). It's unfortunate because it looks like you done a nice job to make the airport.
exopenetration 2 month(s) ago
Can confirm that the scenery isn't showing. Quite a shame really, seeing that much work has been put into it
AthenaGrey 2 month(s) ago
I has a similar problem and it took me a bit to realize that it's due to the symbolic link crated by the Add-On Linker. You can see my posts below.
Nothing "wrong' with the airport add-on. Just some quirk by the Add-On Linker or system.
flySWISS 2 month(s) ago
The scenery Paro Airport (VQPR Last Updated 5.4.1 — August 11, 2022) does LOAD in the sim WITHOUT any issues! I am running MSFS 2020 Steam Premium Deluxe using the ADDON LINKER to organize all my MSFS add-ons in my own folder structure logic. I have even tried linking it using the "MKLINK" command in a DOS prompt with the "/J" parameter and again it works just perfect!
@ kychungdotcom... THANKYOU so much for your beautiful work on Paro Airport (VQPR). it's really appreciated!!! BTW, 5**** STARS from me...
skybirds1011 1 month(s) ago
Ok thank you for the feedback. It appears to work on the Steam version of MSFS as in the case of MaverickUSN316. However, downloaded the latest as well, no joy. Again, I am putting it directly into Community folder. Maybe it will work for me after the next MSFS update.
flySWISS 1 month(s) ago
@skybirds1011
Check out a file called Content.xml located right here:
C:\Users\***YOU as USER***\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft Flight Simulator
Add this single line of code (if not already out there) like so:
<Package name="kychungdotcom-sightseeing-paro-pois" active="true"/>
OR make sure it says " true" and NOT "false"
... and that`s it!
skybirds1011 1 month(s) ago
Thank you, I couldn't find that. It's ok. I can still fly into the airport, just won't have the extras.
flySWISS 1 month(s) ago
@ skybirds1011
Just in case, If the AppData folder is not VISIBLE on your system, please enable the Show hidden files and folders option in the File Explorer.
1. Click on “Start” and open “Computer”.
2. Select “Organize” in the top right of the drop-down menu.
3. In the context menu, click on “Folder and search options”.
4. Select the “View” (1) tab.
5. Activate the radio button “Show hidden files, folders and drives” (2).
6. Close the window by clicking “OK”.
After this proceed by adding a single line of code as I have described previously.
Location of Content.xml FILE
Microsoft Store:
%localAppData%\Packages\Microsoft.FlightSimulator_8wekyb3d8bbwe\LocalCache
Steam:
%appData%\Microsoft Flight Simulator
Sun_shine
Should I remove the origin one provided by Microsoft or just put it in commnity folder?
kychungdotcom 2 month(s) ago
No need to remove the default one, as this addon still needs the buildings from it
Sun_shine 2 month(s) ago
Thanks quite a lot, but as i put it in my community folder, it seems not take effect, any reason?
kychungdotcom 2 month(s) ago
Did you setup any symbolic links to the community folder?
Sun_shine 2 month(s) ago
Yeah, i put mod directly into community fold like skybird
MaverickUSN316 2 month(s) ago
if you are like me having issues getting this scenery to work installing it to the community folder. Try installing it directly to the main directory folder (if you are using steam it C:user/appdata/roaming/microsoft flight simulator/packages/official/steam. You will see all the default game files just place it in here and boot up your sim. It should work now, it did for me!
quocthach
with version 5.2 some place on ground have pink zone bro
kychungdotcom 2 month(s) ago
Could you show me which part of the ground gets wrong?
quocthach 2 month(s) ago
around the forest at the beginning of the runway 15 bro
kychungdotcom 2 month(s) ago
I guess your downloaded file may got corrupt, you can try to download it again, delete the current one from the community folder, clear rolling cache, and then do a clean install again
AthenaGrey
The flood lamp post (red & white marked) that is near the taxiway and opposite the carpark seems to hit the wing during taxi. The aircraft needs be turned away from the taxiway center line almost towards the left edge to avoid this. But then there's the carpark floodlight that poses another obstruction. This is with the A320.
Can these be re positioned slightly please? Thank you.
kychungdotcom 3 month(s) ago
I have removed the obstacles along the parallel taxiway since version 4.0, although there are a few people reported that they still exists even when my version is installed. I have no clue about the problem at this moment. You can have a look on my video to see the expected result
AthenaGrey 3 month(s) ago
Thank you for your reply. This is picture of the floodlight position, if it is of any help to you. I have the latest version 5.1 downloaded. And yes, I had deleted the older versions before update.
https://abload.de/image.php?img=microsoftflightsimula3pk0s.png
Here's another angle:
https://abload.de/image.php?img=parofloodlightpositiohqjdj.png
kychungdotcom 3 month(s) ago
Got it, it seems that the built-in Paro Airport in your sim is not modified by my addon, but I have no clue on what is the cause of this problem at this moment
AthenaGrey 3 month(s) ago
Its resolved now and works fine with your mod. The error was due to my end with my symbolic link. Apologies and thank your for your time.
Dusty744 2 month(s) ago
Yeah I'm having the same issue, even with this package installed direct to the community folder. It seems that the default Asobo VQPR scenery's light poles aren't being properly excluded by this addon.
Otherwise it's amazing scenery. Just frustrating to have the aircraft 'crash' when you brush the oddly placed light poles.
MaverickUSN316
I cant seem to get this to work on my pc, always loved this scenery in FSX/P3d every version wont render and I dont have any special 3rd party mods install for this area
kychungdotcom 3 month(s) ago
What's the problem you've experienced? Can you describe it more specific? Some addons which change the things in the sim globally may also get conflict
MaverickUSN316 3 month(s) ago
sorry 4th of july holiday had a bbq today, just getting back in. Anyhow I install your scenery to my community folder as I would any other airport package. I go to the airport and it always shows as a default airport, no addons or city scenery as if the game is not even acknowledging that it is installed. I categorize my freeware folders in the community folder to make it easier to find each file. But I left your file exactly as it was in the zip file and it still doesnt show the airport scenery when I load up a flight to start in the airport. I am confused did I install it wrong or is something else required?
kychungdotcom 3 month(s) ago
So you mean that you have created subfolders in the community folder, and place the freeware and payware addons separately?
MaverickUSN316 3 month(s) ago
No i f ound out that makes the file fail if if seperate the folders or create new ones. I just change the name of the by adding an abbreviation at the start of the to seperate airpports plane skins and utility files. But i kept yours exactly as you wrote it and still when the game loads your scenery never shows. This is inside the community folder the game designates for all addon files. Is their any other specific folder they should be in other than the community folder?
AthenaGrey
Thank you very much for your beautiful work on Paro.
paulhannover
https://abload.de/img/2022-06-1715_08_34-miryjao.jpg
okay, as you can see here, the main Monastary is in a big hole for me, so i am afraid this addon does not work together with the himalaya MESH 😞
kychungdotcom 3 month(s) ago
I'm sorry that I have no clue with what's going wrong, but this addon only make changes to landscape inside airport area only. Is the landscape looks normal without this Paro Airport addon? As you can see in the 6th screenshot, Paro Dzong looks normal
paulhannover 3 month(s) ago
Ok i tested a lot and it's not your addon's fault. Something must have changed with the ORBX mesh.
Probably the Dzong has a fixed elevation and does not "snap to ground", but that is ORBX problem now, not yours 😊
paulhannover 3 month(s) ago
orbx replies: All 3rd party mesh both freeware and payware was affected by the update 9.
Devs are working to get the issues fixed as has happened with the NZ mesh.
It is not a quick and easy job so patience is required and appreciated.
paulhannover
very cool upgrade! The "Paro International" Sign with the Photo is floating in the Air for me... maybe connected to Orbx Himalaya Mesh?
tiggermlt
I having trouble using the parallel taxiway with the 320 due to the light poles and the fence, are those really still there IRL? the A320 pretty much will hit everything on the left and right sides of the taxiway on centerline.
kychungdotcom 3 month(s) ago
The stock scenery is based on what it looks like before the construction of the parallel taxiway, and I still remember the parallel taxiway even does not exist at the very beginning version of FS2020. Soon afterwards they added the parallel taxiway and cargo apron, but most of the things remain unchanged. When I realized the problem you said, I used to think that the parallel taxiway is not for Airbus, but I know it is not the case when I watched some real world videos.
tiggermlt 3 month(s) ago
So any chance the stuff that shouldn’t be there, btw removed from the scenery so we can taxi the Airbus and similar jets without colliding with anything?
kychungdotcom 3 month(s) ago
Yes you can now taxi on the parallel taxiway safely with an Airbus for sure
tiggermlt 3 month(s) ago
as it is right now, with the mod installed, no, you can't. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbLHah4XUwk - there are no fences and light poles near the taxiway in this video.
tiggermlt 3 month(s) ago
no update on this?
kychungdotcom 3 month(s) ago
You can watch my game-play video, the fences or light poles have been removed. If you still see them nearby the parallel taxiway, you may clear rolling cache and reinstall this mod
tiggermlt 3 month(s) ago
can you check this out? https://serving.photos.photobox.com/574904966a88204a6bac6ae7bd0d642cc34bba7a1c06f1ff86e0d554b3800bdd7fb1d7e3.jpg
kychungdotcom 3 month(s) ago
Negative, I'm only redirected to the index page of photobox
AKU36
能否移除滑行道旁的那个停车场，那个停车场会让飞机撞毁，并且我在卫星地图上没有看到这个停车场,滑行道附近应该是干净的。
MSFS原版就有这个停车场，我希望有个MOD可以去改进。
总体来说，很棒的一个MOD，我很喜欢
thanks
Please remove near taxiway parking lot
wami
Thank you very much for this plugin!
Can you remove the trees in front of runway 15 in the next version? Those trees are not realistic and affect the view.
BelaKocsis 3 month(s) ago
Trees are there in real life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFuZfKZWmk0
foxtrotlima
Thanks for this excellent addon! The enclosed tutorial is well written, and along with the POIs I am slowly getting the hang of Paro approaches. A couple of cups of coffee are on the way!
kychungdotcom 4 month(s) ago
Thank you very much 😄
wanchaibanzai
Thanks for the update. I used it in a YouTube video landing of Paro RNAV 15.
https://youtu.be/5OXR4-10X4Y
Hope you enjoy the flight ! Cheers...simPaul flights
kychungdotcom 9 month(s) ago
Just watched your video, here are my 2 cents. Personally I prefer not to choose -Z procedures for approach into runway 15, as you need to do a very steep "tactical like" descent if you choose to straight-in, or making a U-turn twice in Paro Valley otherwise. Asobo misunderstood the RNAV procedures for Paro Airport, while they are just cloud-break procedures, which means they are not intended to bring you to the runway directly. Just Planes released a new video for Paro Airport, I've included it at the description of this addon, all of you are highly recommended to watch it.
wanchaibanzai 9 month(s) ago
Thanks very much for the reply - absolutely correct - the steep descent on the RNAV Z put me right on the threshold of the overspeed marker most of the way down - with spoilers out, gear and full slats / flaps as you can see to meet the turn point over the Paro River at c. 8,400 feet MSL or so. Will check the cloud-break approach video. Thanks again ! Nice flying in 2022 to you and keep up the amazing work. Cheers...SimPaul flights
szcsongor
Thanks for the reminder, I was just about to go to Bhutan to land an A320 onto Paro airport 😊
gryper 8 month(s) ago
You beat me to it. lol