Uninstalling Flightbeam Studios Airports: A Step-By-Step Guide

Flightbeam Studios offers a range of add-ons for Microsoft Flight Simulator, including detailed airport environments. While these add-ons enhance the simulation experience, there may be times when you need to uninstall them. For instance, you might need to uninstall a Flightbeam Studios airport if you encounter issues, such as missing airports or terrain glitches, or if you simply want to try a different airport add-on. In some cases, you may also need to uninstall default airports included with MSFS before installing a Flightbeam Studios airport.

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Uninstalling Flightbeam KSFO airports

To uninstall Flightbeam KSFO airports, follow these steps:

• Within the MSFS main menu, click "Profile" on the top tab.
• In the search field, search for "KSFO".
• Ensure that the individual packages icon is selected to the right of the search bar.
• Select Asobo KSFO or any other KSFO packages that appear.
• Restart your MSFS to apply the changes.

It is important to note that before installing Flightbeam KSFO, you must uninstall any other KSFO airports on your device. Many versions of MSFS include a default version of KSFO that must be removed. This is because having multiple versions of the same airport installed simultaneously can create issues such as terrain drops, duplicate buildings, and conflicting traffic patterns.

If you have installed an airport addon for Microsoft Flight Simulator in your community folder and it does not appear in-game, you should clear the simulator's scenery indexes. To do this, delete all the files ending in ".DAT" in the following location, depending on your installation method:

• Microsoft Store/Xbox App: C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsoft.FlightSimulator_8wekyb3d8bbwe\LocalCache\SceneryIndexes
• Steam: C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft Flight Simulator\SceneryIndexes

Removing static planes from payware airports

For those using Microsoft Flight Simulator, there is a setting next to road and sea traffic where you can reduce aircraft traffic to zero. This should remove the static planes, but it will also mean that you depart from an empty airport, which some users have noted feels strange.

If you are using Flightbeam Studios airports, you will need to ensure that you uninstall any default versions that come with MSFS. For example, if you have the Flightbeam KSFO airport, you must first uninstall the default Asobo KSFO airport. This can be done by going to the MSFS main menu, clicking on "Profile", searching for "KSFO", selecting "Asobo KSFO", and then restarting MSFS.

Similarly, if you have the Flightbeam KDEN airport, you must delete the Asobo KDEN airport. To do this, go to your Profile, click on Content Manager, search for "KDEN", select "Premium Upgrade", and then click on the list icon on the right to expand it. Finally, select Asobo's KDEN and click delete.

Uninstalling Asobo KDEN airport

If you have issues with the Asobo KDEN airport, such as terrain drops, duplicate buildings, or other inconsistencies, you may need to uninstall it. This is a common issue when you have two versions of the same airport installed, in this case, both Flightbeam's KDEN and Asobo's KDEN.

To uninstall Asobo KDEN, follow these steps:

• Go to your Profile by clicking on your username or avatar in the top-right corner of the main menu.
• Once you're in your Profile, click on "Content Manager." This will open a list of all the content installed on your device.
• In the search field, type "KDEN." This will filter the list and only show items related to the KDEN airport.
• In the list, locate and click on "Premium Upgrade." This will expand the list and show you the individual items included in the upgrade.
• Find Asobo's KDEN in the expanded list. It should be listed as "Asobo KDEN" or something similar.
• Click on the list icon on the right side of Asobo KDEN to select it.
• Once it's selected, you should see an option to "Delete" or "Remove" it. Click on that option and confirm the uninstallation if prompted.
• After uninstalling Asobo KDEN, restart your flight simulation software to ensure that the changes take effect.

By following these steps, you will uninstall Asobo KDEN, resolving any conflicts with the Flightbeam KDEN airport. It is important to note that you should always uninstall old or conflicting scenery or add-ons to avoid stability issues and ensure the best possible experience with your flight simulator.

Deleting .DAT files

If you've installed an airport addon for Microsoft Flight Simulator and it doesn't appear in-game, you should clear the simulator's scenery indexes. This can be done by deleting all the files ending in ".DAT" in the following location, depending on your installation method:

Microsoft Store/Xbox App:

Go to `C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsoft.FlightSimulator_8wekyb3d8bbwe\LocalCache\SceneryIndexes` and delete all `.DAT` files.

Steam:

Navigate to `C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft Flight Simulator\SceneryIndexes` and delete all `.DAT` files.

Active Sky and ASCA Users:

Browse to `C:\ProgramData\12bPilot\SODE\xml` and look for older `LFBO` files from other developers. When the files are found, back them up and then delete them from the `XML` folder.

Lowering the volume of the airport

To lower the volume of the airport in Flightbeam Studios, you can try the following steps:

• Locate the Sound Files: Navigate to the folder where the Flightbeam Studios airport files are installed on your computer. The sound files are typically located in the "SimObjects/Misc" folder within the specific airport folder. For example, for the KMSP - Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, the path would be "flightbeam-airport-kmsp-minneapolis\SimObjects\Misc".
• Identify the Sound Files: Within the "SimObjects/Misc" folder, look for files named "Flightbeam_Sounds1" and "Flightbeam_Sounds2". These folders contain the sound effect files for the airport.
• Rename the Sound Files: To disable the sound effects, you can rename the "soundai.xml" file within each of the "Flightbeam_Sounds1" and "Flightbeam_Sounds2" folders. Add ".off" at the end of the filename, so the new filenames become "soundai.xml.off". For example, rename "soundai.xml" to "soundai.xml.off". This will effectively turn off the sound effects for that particular airport.
• Confirm the Changes: After renaming the files, restart your simulator software and load the airport to see if the sound effects have been lowered or disabled.

It is important to note that these steps may vary slightly depending on the specific airport and version of Flightbeam Studios software you are using. Always make sure to back up your files before making any changes, so you can restore them if needed. Additionally, some airports may have different sound configurations, so the exact steps to lower the volume may differ.

If you encounter issues with the sound effects or other aspects of the airport, it is recommended to refer to the official Flightbeam Studios support resources or community forums for further assistance.

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