LGSM – SAMOS AIRPORT GREECE XP12 Update

Samos International Airport (LGSM) known as Aristarchos is an airport on Samos Island Greece
Aristarchos was an ancient mathematician and astronomer and lies 5 km from the Pythagorio town
near the airport. The airport with a single short runway, serving arrivals and departures. Nearby
mountains, the sea at the end of the short runway, and the surroundings leave little room for a mistake on
behalf of the pilots. The strong Meltemi wings during the summer months make the landing more difficult.
There is only one terminal with five boarding gates without jet-bridges. The total passengers at
2019-2020 is 467.000 and is known as the top 5 Greek destinations.

Elevation:

6m – 19 feet

Runways:
09/27 is 2100m Asphalt

Top Destinations:
Vienna, Belgrade, Bologna, Berlin, Dyssebkdorf, Frankfurt, Hannover, Munich, Stuttgart,
Amsterdam, Zurich, Milan, Verona, Athens, Thessaloniki, Stockholm, Chios, Lemnos,
Mytilene, Rhodes, Prague, Katowice, Geneva, Zurich, Amsterdam, London Gatwick, Brussels, Oslo,
Venice, Gothenburg,

Main airlines:

Austrian Airlines, Aviolet, Blue Panorama, Condor, Edelweiss Air, Eurowings, Neos, Olympic Air
Scandinavian Airlines, Sky Express, Smartwings, Swiss Int. Airlines, Transavia, TUI Airways, Volotea

Features:

•  UHD Custom Textures using the latest painting techniques
•  Custom accurate Mesh of the island
•  Super Detailed 3D Modeling
•   Super Detailed 3D Modeling
•   PBR Materials on every building
•   XPEco-subsystem
•   XPLCity with custom 3D houses around the island
•   Detailed UHD Ground with PBR and decals
•   Custom 3D Grass 3D Trees and vegetation blends with orthophotos
•   Ultra-High-resolution custom orthoimagery for the airport
•   Thousands of 3D custom static objects
•   Accurate Island and Cities using original OSM data
•   High-resolution Buildings, animated wind turbines, ports, and more
•   Amazing and detailed island NightTextures
•   Full Ground Traffic
  

  Requirements:

  X-Plane 11-12

  Microsoft Windows, Mac or Linux

  CPU: Dual Core i3, i5, i7 at 3 GHz or faster

  RAM: 8 GB RAM

  Graphics card: 2 GB VRAM (4 GB+ VRAM recommended)

   

  Samos International Airport offers breathtaking views during approach and takeoff. Its proximity to the sea and mountainous terrain makes it a challenging and scenic airport for pilots and passengers alike. The runway’s location and short length demand precision, while the summer Meltemi winds add an extra layer of difficulty for pilots, making it an exciting destination for aviation enthusiasts.

  The surrounding areas of Samos are renowned for their natural beauty, historic sites, and traditional Greek culture. Visitors can explore picturesque villages, stunning beaches, and archaeological landmarks such as the ancient Heraion and the Tunnel of Eupalinos.