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Whilst we recognise that there is currently no option to disable streamed airport content via the content manager in-sim, we have a temporary work-around to override streamed airports in MSFS2024, this will allow you to use 3rd party airport addons without conflicting scenery packages being loaded in unison. Please note, this requires changing some folder names and could break content, therefore we suggest you backup any folders you intend to make these changes to. Products will not show as installed once the name is changed, you will have to manually uninstall. PC ONLY. Steps to override streamed airport content: Download chosen product from the iniManager. Navigate to your MSFS2024 community folder. Find the downloaded product folder and change the folder name as described below: If downloading either LOWI or EGSS, you can rename the "inibuilds-airport-...." package to one of the following respective names; LOWI - 'asobo-airport-lowi-innsbruck' EGSS - 'microsoft-airport-egss-stansted' Otherwise; If you are looking for another airport to override the streaming for, you can navigate to your \StreamedPackages folder found here: - Steam: %APPDATA%\Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024\StreamedPackages - MS Store: %LOCALAPPDATA%\Packages\Microsoft.Limitless_8wekyb3d8bbwe\LocalState\StreamedPackages If there is a custom scenery provided by Asobo/Microsoft for the airport you are trying to override, locate the folder, copy the folder name and then overwrite the downloaded scenery package in your regular community folder to the same name. This will force the community folder package to be read instead of any streamed version. We hope that once the Marketplace is made available in sim that this issue is resolved, however in the meantime, please make use of this work-around to enjoy MSFS2024 to the fullest! Happy flying!✈️ iniBuilds Team

v2.4.0/1 of the iniManager has been released! This is a major update that brings with it plenty of MSFS 2024 aimed content, features and quality of life changes. From updated product tags, new product information graphics, better livery management and more! This update will be downloaded automatically when you launch the app or you can manually download it here. v2.4.1 - Fixed an instance where the uninstall button would not function. v2.4.0 New Features: - Added MSFS 2024 product directory selection and scanning support. - Implemented MSFS 2024 product installation and management logic. - Introduced a 2024 compatible tab for easier product searchability. - Added 2024 scenery configuration changes for enhanced customization. - Introduced 2024 product tags for better product categorization. - Added Compatible, Enhanced, and Premium product chips for quick identification. - Introduced livery simulator color chips for clearer livery management. Updates: - Updated Scenery map with a more detailed and clearer design. - Enhanced Filters for improved product searching and sorting.

Kicking off the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 - we wanted to put together an informative FAQ section for you to get the most out of your flight sim experience. Here, you'll find essential tips and recommendations to optimize your settings, calibrate throttles for new aircraft, and integrate SimBrief flight planning profiles seamlessly into your setup. Our goal is to enhance your flight experience, providing a smooth transition from MSFS 2020 to MSFS 2024. Let’s jump in and get you on your way! Recommended Settings We understand that every system is different and may perform uniquely based on its hardware configuration. These recommendations are designed to help you get the best performance while flying the latest Airbus aircraft in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. While these settings are optimized for a balance of visual quality and smooth performance, feel free to adjust them based on your system’s capabilities and personal preferences. Click on the images below to enlarge them! If you're looking to maximize performance, it's important to keep in mind that 'Raytraced Shadows' can have a serious impact on frame rates. While they offer incredible visual realism, they are also known to be a significant FPS killer, especially on systems with mid-range GPUs. If you're experiencing stutters or lower frame rates, we recommend disabling or lowering the quality of raytraced shadows to improve overall performance without sacrificing too much visual fidelity. Throttle Calibration Calibrating your throttle correctly is key to achieving smooth control in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, especially when flying advanced aircraft like the Airbus. The calibration process is managed entirely within the Aircraft Electronic Flight Bag (EFB), and here we provide a step-by-step guide for setting up your throttle axis. General Calibration Steps: Reverse on Axis: If your throttle hardware does not have a reverse axis, make sure to select NO in the "Reverse on Axis" option on the EFB. If your hardware has a reverse axis, select YES to calibrate the reverse detents. Green Bar: This bar represents the current position of your throttle axis (ranging from 0% to 100%) and is used for setting your detents. White Bars (Detents): These bars indicate the throttle detents such as IDLE, CLB, FLX/MCT, and TOGA. You will assign these detents based on where you want them on your throttle. Calibration (Without Reverse on Axis): Click BEGIN CALIBRATION. Move the throttle to its lowest position (close to 0%) and click SET IDLE. Move the throttle to around 70% and click SET CLB to set the climb detent. Move the throttle to around 80% and click SET FLX/MCT for the flexible takeoff detent. Move the throttle to its maximum position (close to 100%) and click SET TOGA. Calibration (With Reverse on Axis): If your throttle has reverse functionality, the process is similar but with additional steps: Begin with the throttle in its maximum reverse position and click SET MAX REV. Move the throttle to where you want the IDLE REV position and click SET IDLE REV. Continue with the calibration process as described above for setting IDLE, CLB, FLX/MCT, and TOGA. This calibration ensures your throttle matches the detents for the aircraft, providing more accurate control and smoother flight operations. Follow these steps, and you'll have your throttle calibrated and ready for action in no time! Issues with Calibration If you experience any issues with the Throttle Calibration process, you may force-reset the calibration on the EFB. Simply toggle the "Reverse on Axis" option between YES and NO a few times to do this. Default Microsoft Aircraft Help! Whilst all the above is great for general help and advice, we've created some posts for those of you looking to get the most out of the default aircraft in Microsoft Flight Simulator. The help sections are organised by aircraft, they contain some useful guides and troubleshooting tips. Each section covers some essential topics and common issues, as well as step-by-step guides for tasks like operating the transponder, managing fuel and payload, and even nosewheel steering. Whether you're setting up your audio control panel or doing a walkaround, this guide will point you to the right resources to enhance your flying experience. Click one of the aircraft below that you'd like to learn more about! Click the respective image -> SimBrief Profiles For those looking to integrate accurate and up-to-date flight planning with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, we recommend checking out our SimBrief Profiles page here! This section contains detailed profiles for all of the Airbus aircraft included in the new simulator. These profiles will ensure your flight plans are aligned with the correct performance data, weights, and fuel calculations. Whether you're flying short hauls or long hauls, these profiles will help streamline your planning process, giving you more time to enjoy the flight. Simbrief Profiles -> Which about rounds out this FAQ section! We truly hope you enjoy these aircraft, we had a blast working on them and hope they give you thousands of different options to fly to and from now! As mentioned above, any queries, issues or bugs you encounter, please do drop a message to the team over in the respective sections and we'll get to them. Happy flying ✈️ iniBuilds Team

As a leader in the flight simulation industry, iniBuilds remains dedicated to upholding transparency, integrity, and a high standard of quality in all our partnerships and collaborations. Recently, allegations involving BMWorld and AMSIM surfaced in a report by Flightbeam, raising concerns about past actions regarding intellectual property. iniBuilds learned of these claims only through this report, which presented information previously unknown to us. These allegations, stemming from events four years ago, touch on issues we take very seriously. Our action taken today While iniBuilds firmly believes in operating on facts, not accusations, we recognize the need for caution while the matter is unresolved. Therefore, we have chosen to temporarily remove all products associated with BMWorld and AMSIM from our store. This action will remain in effect until the situation is fully clarified and a definitive resolution is reached between the parties involved. We are committed to reassessing and making adjustments based on any conclusive findings from this investigation. Next Steps If the parties involved reach a resolution, we will reinstate their products in our store. If the allegations are substantiated, we will make a permanent removal of these products, with continuous access maintained for previous customers through the iniManager. Throughout this process, our focus remains on supporting our creators and customers with integrity. iniBuilds is committed to only working with developers who share our values of professionalism and high standards. Thank you for your understanding as we navigate this matter. iniBuilds Team

Hello! We hope you're excited for the latest aircraft coming to the simulator! We’ve taken the time to create some accurate SimBrief profiles for those who want to ensure accurate flight planning and get the most accurate performance data. Whether you’re flying the latest military transporter with the A400M, getting to experience the new wide-body airliners of the A330 family, or the specialized cargo planes of the beluga and A330 P2F, this directory covers all! To add the profile to your simbrief, click one of the images below for the aircraft you'd like to save. This will open SimBrief, if not already - login, then click 'Save Airframe' at the top left and that's it! You'll now be able to select this profile for your flight planning. A400M ATLAS Click the image to add the airframe to your SimBrief! A330-200 [GE & RR] Click one of the images below to add the airframe to your SimBrief! A330-300 [GE & RR] Click one of the images below to add the airframe to your SimBrief! A330 P2F [GE & RR] Click one of the images below to add the airframe to your SimBrief! BELUGA XL Click the image to add the airframe to your SimBrief! A321LR Click the image to add the airframe to your SimBrief! Happy flying! ✈️

v1.0.1 of iniBuilds Innsbruck (LOWI) for MSFS has been released. This update fixes some minor bugs such as a typo on airside buses, removed the construction crane and reduced the number of manhole covers. This update can be downloaded via the iniManager. v1.0.1 - Fixed typo on airside buses - Removed construction crane on 08 approach - Reduced overall number of manhole covers

Welcome to Innsbruck Airport (LOWI), a stunning alpine gateway nestled in the heart of the Austrian Alps! Immerse yourself in the beauty of this meticulously crafted scenery, where the rugged mountain backdrop meets the modern facilities of one of Austria's busiest regional airports. Whether you're flying in on a winter charter or setting off on a summer adventure in the sun, Innsbruck Airport offers an unparalleled flying experience for all seasons. 🏔️✈️ Now available for £14.99 (excl. VAT) here: https://inibuilds.com/products/inibuilds-innsbruck-lowi-msfs Innsbruck is renowned for its proximity to world-class ski resorts and scenic hiking trails. The scenery captures the charm of this alpine destination, including iconic landmarks like the Bergisel Ski Jump, perfectly modeled to reflect the city's rich sporting heritage. The attention to detail in the airport environment, from the ground textures to the taxi signage, ensures an immersive experience for all pilots! Explore the intricate modelling of Innsbruck Airport’s terminals, where every element has been crafted with precision. From the custom vegetation and parking barriers to the dynamic lighting that seamlessly transition from day to night, this scenery brings the airport to life with a fantastic level of detail and realism. The airport layout is fully up-to-date, reflecting the latest developments and improvements at the real-world location, making this a must-have addition to your sim flying adventures. Scenery Features: Hand-made ground textures with crisp, bespoke texture sets (runways, aprons, paths, roads) True-to-life airport landside recreation with custom ground decals, signposts, vegetation, parking barriers, and more Accurately modeled and positioned dynamic airport lighting Highly detailed models of all airport buildings, objects, and surroundings Up-to-date airport layout reflecting the current, real-world location Official GSX Profile included in the scenery folder & iniManager download Level of Detail (LOD) optimization for smooth performance Use of the latest MSFS SDK features for enhanced optimization and performance Custom static aircraft for added realism Full iniManager compatibility for personalized configuration Bespoke taxi signage as it is in the real world Various custom Points of Interest (POIs), including the Bergisel Ski Jump, Christophorus heliport, Innsbruck University Hospital helipad, Tivoli Stadion & Arena, and many more! Whether you're flying VFR through the valleys or IFR on a winter approach, Innsbruck offers a unique and thrilling challenge to pilots of all levels. Don’t forget to explore the surrounding POIs, including the bustling cargo areas and the famous landmarks that make Innsbruck a top destination for both real-world and virtual aviators. We hope you enjoy this incredible recreation of Innsbruck Airport and the wide variety of routes it opens up for you! Plus, with the latest MSFS 2024 news, we’re happy to announce that this product will be a FREE upgrade if purchased anytime between now (1st November) and the release of MSFS 2024. ⛷️✈️ WATCH THE TRAILER As always, hanks for your continued support, it truly means the world to us, iniBuilds ❤️

iniBuilds Product Strategy and Plans for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 As the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is approaching we’re excited to share our new categorisation structure for the store and iniManager. You'll now be able to see that all of our product titles in MSFS 2024 will be split into three distinct editions: Compatible, Enhanced, and Premium. Here’s a breakdown of each: COMPATIBLE Edition [FREE] - A straight port of the original product. - Outstanding bugs from MSFS 2020 have been fixed. - Uses all existing textures and models. - Full performance/function testing for MSFS 2024 to ensure everything works seamlessly. ENHANCED Edition [Upgrade cost applies] - Fixes all outstanding bugs from MSFS 2020. - Models re-exported with new Level of Detail (LOD) system and materials. - Ground polygon textures upgraded to MSFS 2024 standards [Scenery]. - Additional features, like passenger handling and more, added for a better user experience [Scenery]. PREMIUM Edition - New product, complete rebuild or significant update depending on the product. - Full implementation of the new LOD models and textures system. - All the latest MSFS 2024 features added for a cutting-edge experience. - Includes brand-new or fully upgraded ground polygons [Scenery]. This structure ensures we offer something for every type of user, from those looking for a solid, reliable experience with our Compatible Edition, to those seeking the best in realism and features with our Premium Edition. These changes will be reflected across all areas where you see our products - from the iniBuilds Store, the iniManager and Simmarket. We will aim to use these colour profiles to indicate & distinguish between each. We are yet to finalise the structure for the products on the Microsoft Marketplace, and the best way to present this for our customers who have purchased via that method. We will be circulating more information on this when we have access to marking our products accordingly in the Marketplace Content Portal, but we will try and align these as close to what is explained here as possible. On or a few days after release we expect the following products available on the iniBuilds Store (iniManager) & SimMarket: Scenery: Premium New International Airport - A brand new international hub that has been hand-crafted for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 from scratch! We attach a sneak peak below; try and guess which airport it might be! LOWI Innsbruck - Nestled amidst the stunning peaks of the Austrian Alps, our latest airport release for MSFS 2020, will be available for MSFS 2020 customers free of charge within MSFS 2024! Enhanced LEIB & KPSP - These two airports have been updated in line with our Enhanced edition which fixes all bugs from MSFS 2020, all models re-exported with new level of detail (LOD) system and materials, all the ground polygon textures upgraded to MSFS 2024 standards and some additional features, like passenger handling for an overall better user experience. If you are a Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 customer you can purchase the Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Enhanced Edition of these airports for £4.99. If you want to purchase these two airports as a new customer in MSFS 2024, the price for each of these will be £15.99. Compatible EGHI, LPPD, EGGW, EGSS - These airports have been updated in line with our Compatible edition which is a straight port of the original product with outstanding bugs from MSFS 2020 have been fixed, uses all existing textures and models and Full performance/function testing for the MSFS 2024 simulator to ensure everything works seamlessly. If you are a Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 customer and own any of these airports you can download the MSFS 2024 Compatible edition for FREE. If you are a new customer for these airports upon purchase you will have access to both the MSFS 2020 and MSFS 2024 Compatible versions of the product. Over the next few months we will be updating our suite of products in line with our structure outlined today. Please note we aren't going to share which category they fall into and when they will release as some are large hubs; however rest assured any airport released this year will be a free update for MSFS 2020 customers in line with our commitment we shared earlier this year. Aircraft: With aircraft, you can expect the iniBuilds T-33 Jet Trainer Premium to be updated free of charge for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 as this product released this year. For the iniBuilds A300-600R Airliner, two versions will be available; Compatible and Premium. The Compatible version will simply work in MSFS 2024, and will be available for customers who purchased the product in MSFS 2020. We will also be releasing an iniBuilds A300-600R Airliner Premium version for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. This will have a host of new features targeted at new MSFS 2024 features such as exterior interactions, covers, navigation graphs for passenger seating positions, career mode capability for marketplace, a new flight model aimed at MSFS 2024, dirt, wear and tear, new effects and many more improvements and fixes. The MSFS 2024 Premium version will be £44.99 and if you are a MSFS 2020 customer, you can upgrade to this version for £9.99. To be clear this is NOT referencing the EPIC mod expansion that we have discussed in the past as a potential expansion. This is still under consideration internally and once we have more to update on this expansion it will be shared in a dedicated A300 update. Disclaimers: Please note that we will no longer be making significant updates to the MSFS 2020 versions of ANY of our existing library (scenery or aircraft) when Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 releases. Please also note we will not be updating all products in our library unless explicitly communicated, so please be aware of this if you still decide to purchase a MSFS 2020 product. The production cycle for both sims, whilst having some shared elements, does have differences and we are not able to commit to servicing both simulators at this time. Changes to Navigation We've made some changes as to how you'll navigate scenery and aircraft options from iniBuilds. Now, when you select iniBuilds -> Scenery/Aircraft from the top navigation bar, you'll be brought to a landing page with the option to select from either MSFS 2024 products, or MSFS 2020 products. Landing Page - You'll be able to select which one you wish to browse, each will take you to dedicated pages showing products that you can use in the desired sim. Home Store page visual example - Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (FAOR) showing that it is a 'Premium' Edition product and tagged in-line with the above guidelines. Product page visual example - Three examples of product pages with their respective edition tags as per guidelines. iniManager Changes! - Coming soon iniManager home page visual example - Examples of product display with their respective edition tags. iniManager visual 'By iniBuilds' - The new 'By iniBuilds' page, which now allows you to search between MSFS 2020 and MSFS 2024 products with ease via the filter tags below each title. The iniManager has been updated to make navigation easier for you to find relevant products for each sim, with the sim names written just below the title, and if you're looking at iniBuilds products, the Premium, Enhanced and Compatible logos will be displayed in the bottom left of each product card. Installation Changes Within the iniManager, we've now given you the option to have both MSFS 2024 & MSFS 2020 installation directories enabled at the same time, you can set your MSFS 2024 Community sim path in the settings or at initial setup. For products with downloads for each sim, there will now be two download buttons on product pages, simply select which one you'd like to download and install, and the client will do the rest! We hope that this outline of our plans helps to clarify what to expect from us and our store in the coming weeks and months as we welcome in the new simulator. We're aiming to have everything ready upon release to ensure a seamless process, so over the next few weeks you may seem some changes coming to the store, iniManager and elsewhere. Rest assured, any changes or important information will be communicated to you across our socials, forum, discord and newsletter. What's next? Well, we are all counting down the days till MSFS 2024 releases, and of course we will be releasing our new international hub along with updates to airports and our aircraft! 🥳 We know a lot of you are keen for an update on the iniBuilds A350 Airliner. As we shared a couple of months ago on our Discord this project is being produced for Microsoft Flight Simulator for 2024 only at this time along with the remainder of our 'big' planes projects. The team is working incredibly hard to get this wonderful aircraft ready for you, and as we previously communicated this product is targeted to release before the end of 2024. However, this product is also setting a new standard for iniBuilds and the aircraft we make and we want to get it right, and if that means a delay of a month or two, then we want to be clear that is the route we will take. Nevertheless, its going to be a truly exciting remaining year and in December we will have a whole host of A350 dedicated content to showcase and preview. Following the release of the numerous airliners we created in MSFS 2024 [A330-200/-300/P2F, Beluga XL, A400m, A321LR, A320neo, A310] the majority of the team is now full speed on the A350! We wrap up this extensive post with a little thank you for getting this far, with a WIP teaser image of the EK359 ready for boarding at DXB! Please note its still WIP and does not represent the final product. Kind regards, iniBuilds Team ❤️

v1.0.1 of iniBuilds Johannesburg (FAOR) for MSFS has been released. This update brings fixes for some of the known terraforming issues, adds some more “life” to the runway with colour/tire marks, adds additional heavy gates by removing some static models and more! This update can be downloaded via the iniManager. v1.0.1 - Added some colour/tyre marks to runways (note: provided - reference comparison is out of date) - Fixed various elevation issues - Added additional heavy gates, removed 2 statics. - Fix road elevation issue in cargo area - Added missing security entrance behind cargo area and tidied up the GP - The entire D apron now slopes gently downwards from about D24 to D3 - Some tweaking to terrain and aprons on cargo landside areas - Fixed staging area typo - Rework airline codes for all parking areas. - Adjusted line marking alignments across hold points.

v1.0.3 of the iniBuilds T-33 Jet Trainer for MSFS has been released. This brings some changes to a few areas after further feedback from Greg. This includes tweaking the engine mapping for performance and fuel burn, high altitude performance increase and more. This update can be downloaded via the iniManager. v1.0.3 - Engine mapping tweaked for performance and fuel burn, based on further pilot feedback - Dive brake functionality now tied to hydraulic pressure - Fuel burn tuning improved - Elevator trim granularity increased - High altitude performance increased

Welcome to OR Tambo International Airport (FAOR), Johannesburg's premier gateway to the world! Experience the bustling energy of South Africa’s busiest airport, beautifully recreated by iniBuilds. From the intricate details of the terminal to the expansive runways, this scenery delivers an immersive flying experience across the African skies. ☀️ Now Available for £14.99 (excl. VAT) here - https://inibuilds.com/products/inibuilds-johannesburg-faor-msfs From the beautifully detailed landside areas to the sleek, contemporary terminals, immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of OR Tambo International Airport. As the primary gateway to South Africa and a key hub for airlines like South African Airways, this airport connects you to a wide array of international and domestic destinations. iniBuilds has captured every aspect of OR Tambo, ensuring a lifelike and immersive experience, whether you're taking off on a global journey or arriving in the heart of Africa. Inside the terminals you'll find some truly amazing modelling and texturing work that has been done by the team, from the shiny tiles on the floors, the cladding on the ceilings to the lively atmosphere. Scenery Features Hand-made ground textures with crisp, bespoke texture sets (Runways, aprons, paths, roads) True-to-life airport landside recreation with custom ground decals, signposts, vegetation, parking barriers, and more Accurately modeled and positioned dynamic airport lighting Highly detailed models of all airport buildings, objects, and surroundings Up-to-date airport layout reflecting the current, real-world location Official GSX Profile included in the scenery folder Level of Detail (LOD) optimization for every model to encourage the best performance possible Use of the latest MSFS SDK features to allow for the best optimization and performance possible Full iniManager compatibility to configure your scenery for the best possible performance for your system Bespoke taxi signage as it is in the real world Adventure around the maintenance areas and take a look over the SAA A340s that are laying around, or head over to the busy cargo areas to plan your next load! As you can see, this is a truly awesome scenery - the weathering on the terminal metal cladding adds to the "grunge" feel of the terminal and the night lighting pops! 🔦 We hope that you enjoy this one and that it provides you with a wide selection of routes to fly to & from in the coming weeks. With the latest news on MSFS 2024, we want to let you know that this product will be a FREE upgrade if purchased anytime between now (27th September) and 13th November 2024. Thanks for all of the love and support, iniBuilds ❤️

Hello, You can update to the latest versions without delay that the in-game marketplace encounters via our order transfer service: here EGNM was updated to 1.0.2 today (19/09) with EGSS updating to v1.0.8 expected to release onto the in-game marketplace next week (26/09) Hope this helps.

v1.1.6 of the iniBuilds A300 BelugaST ON THE LINE is now available (XP12 & XP11). This update addresses some minor bugs and restores functionality to the auto throttle system. This update can be downloaded via the iniManager. v1.1.6 - Minor bug fixes - Auto throttle functionality restored

v2.1.4 of the iniBuilds A300-600R(F) ON THE LINE is now available (XP12 & XP11). This update addresses some minor bugs in previous builds and fixes impact on aircraft/systems due to EFB TO perf and a logs issues. This update can be downloaded via the iniManager. v2.1.4 - Minor bug fixes - Fixed impact on systems/aircraft due to EFB TO perf - Fixed aircraft logs filling out excessively

v3.1.1 of iniBuilds London Heathrow (EGLL) for MSFS has been released. This update brings WU17 compatibility, fixes Nool VDGS issues, various other PG items, fixed textures in certain areas, missing SD/HD texture folders and more. This update can be downloaded via the iniManager. v3.1.1 - Compatibility update with WU17 - Fixed Nool VDGS not working - Fixed floating Cars at T2/3 Carpark - Fixed water Mask around the west perimeter river - Fixed ground Texture Conflict near POI-Marriott - Exclude PG Buildings and align placement of POI-Hotel-Business-Cluster with PG - Exclude/Align POI-long-stay-T5 with base PG - Fixed perimeter Wall Floating - Missing SD/HD Texture folders - Fixed 27R duplicated marking at stopway area - Z-fighting textures + Misaligned buildings near T1 landside area - Fixed bridge duplicate + Conflict with Runway 9L light + Trees + Fence - Fixed some Nool VDGS spawning inside terminal - Gate 223 Missing Jetway