Released October 29 for PC and Xbox, the scenery combines Santa Barbara’s distinctive terminal architecture with detailed airport facilities serving airline, business aviation and general aviation traffic. It is available through the in-sim Marketplace and several PC retailers.
With the ocean on one side and the Santa Ynez Mountains nearby, this is an arrival that deserves a window seat. Conveniently, the captain already has one.
A Terminal With California Character
Gaya’s recreation puts Santa Barbara’s Spanish-style architecture front and center, including red-tiled roofs, arched walkways and landscaped courtyards.
The package includes a detailed terminal interior, custom passengers and airport personnel, plus vehicles ranging from buses to ground-support equipment.
Outside the terminal, the scenery extends to approach roads, sidewalks, drop-off areas and signage. Airport landmarks include the control tower, visitor center and fire station.
Detail Beyond the Airline Gates
Runways, taxiways and aprons feature surface variation, weathering and airport markings. Gaya also includes general aviation and business aviation facilities, with hangars and smaller environmental details across the field.
That gives the scenery appeal beyond scheduled passenger flights. A coastal sightseeing trip in a light aircraft or a business jet arrival offers another way to explore the airport.
Built for MSFS 2024
Retailers identify Santa Barbara as a native MSFS 2024 product. Gaya says optimization has been a priority, with the goal of balancing visual detail and performance.
Actual results will depend on hardware, settings and traffic. This is a release report rather than a Sky Blue Radio performance review.
Contrail lists a download of approximately 911 MB, expanding to around 2.06 GB after installation.
Available Now
PC customers can purchase Santa Barbara through Contrail, Orbx, Aerosoft or the in-sim Marketplace, while Xbox pilots can use the Marketplace.
AdvertisementYour Advert HereAdvertise with us →Launch coverage placed pricing around $16 USD, although currency conversions, taxes and storefront pricing vary. Check the current listing before purchasing.
For pilots looking to add a California stop to their flight plans, KSBA offers a setting suited to everything from a quick regional hop to a relaxed afternoon along the shoreline.
Visit the Contrail product page for screenshots, current pricing and the full feature list.
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