Barelli MSFS Addons, partnered with South Oak Co, Presents: Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (LHBP / BUD) for Microsoft Flight Simulator

Experience Hungary's premier international gateway in stunning detail with this premium scenery addon for MSFS 2020 and 2024. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, situated 16 km southeast of the historic city center, is the nation's primary hub for air travel. Officially renamed in 2011 to honor composer Franz Liszt, it remains fondly known as "Ferihegy" among locals.

Key Airport Specifications:

• ICAO: LHBP | IATA: BUD | Elevation: 151 m (495 ft)
• Two parallel runways: 13L/31R (3,707 m) and 13R/31L (3,010 m), asphalt/concrete surfaces
• Contemporary Terminal 2 facility: 2A for Schengen-area flights and 2B for non-Schengen, linked by the distinctive SkyCourt
• Terminal 1 closed since 2012

Following a record-breaking 2024 with over 17.6 million passengers, LHBP achieved another milestone in 2025 by welcoming its 19 millionth passenger in December—its highest annual total ever. Owned by the Hungarian state (80%) with VINCI Airports holding 20% and serving as operator, the airport is undergoing significant expansion. Preparations are underway for Terminal 3, with foundation laying planned for March 2026 and completion targeted for the mid-2030s, alongside new road and rail connections to support future growth toward 40 million passengers annually.

Major Airlines Operating at LHBP:

• Primary Hub/Base: Wizz Air (main hub), Ryanair (key operational base)
• Leading European Carriers: Aegean Airlines, Air France, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, easyJet, Eurowings, Finnair, Iberia, ITA Airways, KLM, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Luxair, Norwegian, SAS, SWISS, TAP Air Portugal, Turkish Airlines, and many others
• Long-Haul Services: Air China, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Shanghai Airlines; seasonal/returning routes include Air Canada (Toronto), American Airlines (Philadelphia), plus increased frequencies to Asia under new bilateral agreements

This Barelli scenery faithfully recreates LHBP with meticulous accuracy, updated to the latest AIP Hungary data (July-September 2025). Features include handcrafted terminals and structures, accurate runway/taxiway markings, high-quality PBR materials, dynamic night lighting, and optimized performance to reflect the airport's real-world layout and operations.

From scenic approaches over the Danube to handling high-volume European traffic, this addon provides an immersive and realistic simulation of one of Central Europe's fastest-growing hubs. Ideal for virtual aviators seeking authentic routes in a dynamic aviation environment!