– A must-have for South American flying enthusiasts.
Upon loading into SKCG, the first thing that strikes the user is the stark contrast between the deep blue of the Caribbean Sea and the warm, terracotta tones of the terminal roofs. PKSIM has moved away from the generic, sterile glass boxes that plague default airports. Instead, they have meticulously modeled the airport’s real-life architecture: the modern, curved glass facades of the main terminal sit comfortably alongside older, colonial-inspired structures. -FSX- PKSIM Cartagena SKCG Scenery -Colombia So...
Given the density of objects—including detailed jetways, ground vehicles, and surrounding city autogen—one might expect a heavy toll on the aging FSX engine. However, PKSIM has optimized the scenery remarkably well. The use of LOD (Level of Detail) models ensures that distant objects become less complex without popping jarringly into view. On a mid-range system, SKCG holds a steady frame rate, even with AI traffic injected. The only minor critique is the installation process, which, depending on the version, may require manual navigation to the FSX root folder, though this is standard for many high-end freeware or payware products. – A must-have for South American flying enthusiasts
For the simmer tired of flying into rainy London or snowy Chicago, Cartagena offers a digital escape to eternal summer. Whether you are landing a 737-800 after a hop from Bogotá or taking off in a Cessna to explore the Rosario Islands, this scenery proves that PKSIM understands the two most important rules of flight simulation: if it looks real, it feels real; and if it feels real, you are already there. The use of LOD (Level of Detail) models
Furthermore, the inclusion of custom, high-fidelity 3D grass and palm trees swaying in the coastal breeze adds a layer of depth that default FSX scenery lacks. The night lighting is a masterpiece of orange sodium glow, accurately reflecting the city’s warm, historic lighting rather than the cold LED feel of northern airports. The nearby city of Cartagena receives a photorealistic overhaul in the distance, with the iconic walls of the Old City (Centro Histórico) visible on approach to Runway 01.
Where this scenery truly excels is in its recreation of the ambiente (atmosphere). Cartagena is famously hot and humid, and PKSIM translates this feeling visually. The heat haze effects over the runway, combined with meticulously placed static aircraft—from local EasyFly ATRs to VivaColombia Airbus jets—make the ramp feel alive.