Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport is now available for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, offering you a chance to test your skills on one of Europe’s most challenging and scenic runways. Located near Funchal on Madeira Island, Madeira International has gained a reputation for its difficult approach, where pilots must navigate strong winds and an angled descent. The airport’s distinctive 2,781-meter runway is partially built on a platform above the ocean, supported by concrete pillars, allowing larger aircraft to land on the island, which handles over 4.8 million passengers each year.
Developed by Atelic, the package offers a highly detailed representation of the airport area, complete with handcrafted terrain and a fully accurate ground layout that reflects the current state of the airfield. Enhancements extend beyond the runway, with features such as a complete terminal interior, customized airport vehicles, and lively animated ground traffic that add realism to the environment. Additionally, custom-built structures on the approach path include local landmarks like the Hotel Vila Galé and Aquaparque Madeira.
The add-on includes other key features, such as the lead-in lighting system known as rabbit lights, a unique detail that aids pilots in navigating the approach path to runway 05, which is noted for its dramatic views and challenges. The package also includes animations and custom elements around the sports complex beneath the runway and along the roads surrounding the airport.
For those already planning the move to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Atelic provides a free upgrade with the purchase of this add-on. Priced at 22.49 USD excl. VAT, this add-on can now be purchased on Flightsim.to, giving you the opportunity to explore one of Europe’s most unique airports in Microsoft Flight Simulator.