Download and Installation

To download the software, you need to install these essential components:

  • Map Enhancement Software >=v3.0.0
  • Base Package
    • Can be installed automatically or manually. The base package contains essential map data required for proper software functionality.
  • SimHeaven (Optional)
    • This is an optional package that enhances the map with additional scenery data. It is not required for the software to function, but it can improve the overall experience.
    • You can download SimHeaven from their official website: SimHeaven

Install Base Package

Automatic Installation of Base Package

  • First, configure your base package path in the software settings
    • Avoid using HDDs or external hard drives, as their slow read speeds may cause performance issues.
  • Click the “Downloader” icon, select the base package you wish to download, then click the “Download” button
  • Do not choose “XPME_Overlays” if you have simheaven installed, as it may cause trees to appear on airport runways.

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Manual Installation of Base Package

If you encounter difficulties downloading the base package automatically, you can download it manually. The base package contains essential map data required for proper software functionality.

Download link: Base Package

Instructions:

  1. Download the base package from the link above into base package folder
  2. Go to the download page and select the packages you want to install
  3. Click the “Download” button, it will skip the files you already have and install the new files

winfsp-2.0.23075_3.msi (Optional)

During installation, this will be automatically installed. If it fails due to any reason or if you previously installed an older version, please uninstall it and install the new version. Note: After installation, you must restart your computer.

If you encounter this dialog, it means the installation is already in progress. Simply click “Cancel”: winfsp-dialog

Setup antivirus software

Antivirus software will scan the files in the background, which may cause the software and the game to freeze when loading. If you use microsoft defender, software will add the exclusion automatically.

Known antivirus software that may cause issues, please try to disable them or add the exclusion list:

Folders to add to the exclusion list:

  • custom scenery folder
  • base package folder
  • file type: *.dds