FS2004 TAE Lockheed L-1049C Constellation

This repaint adds authentic Trabajos Aereos y Enlaces (TAE) markings to the Lockheed L-1049C Constellation, representing registration EC-BEN as it appeared around 1967. It is intended for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 and requires the freeware L1049G base package created by Manfred Jahn. Gary Harper designed these textures, which faithfully capture the airline’s color scheme and period-appropriate details.

Exploring Lockheed’s L-1049 Series

Lockheed’s L-1049C variant hailed from the Super Constellation family, featuring pressurized cabins and extended-range capabilities. This aircraft series incorporated radial engines (large piston engines with multiple cylinders arranged in a radial configuration) and boasted a distinctive cockpit layout. Its elongated fuselage offered enhanced passenger capacity and improved aerodynamic efficiency. TAE, a Spanish operator also known as Trabajos Aereos y Enlaces, utilized this platform for regional routes, turning heads with its iconic tail design and smooth handling characteristics.

Visual Highlights in This Addition

• Era-Specific Markings: The paint set reproduces TAE’s classic livery, including period lettering and logo placement.
• Detailed Surfaces: Rivet lines, panel seams, and subtle weathering effects add realism to the exterior.
• Accurate Registration: EC-BEN is meticulously depicted, ensuring historical accuracy from nose to tail.

Screenshot of TAE Lockheed L-1049C Constellation in flight.

Installing the Textures

Prior to installation, download and install the designated L1049G freeware model (located in the Fly Away Simulation mod library). Then proceed with these steps:

1. Extract the texture folder named tae into your existing Lockheed L-1049 installation directory.
2. Open the aircraft configuration (aircraft.cfg) file in a text editor.
3. Copy the configuration entry provided below and paste it under the relevant [fltsim.xx] section, ensuring that any “xx” values match your next available entry number.

[fltsim.xx]
title=Lockheed L-1049C Trabajos Aereos y Enlaces
sim=L1049G
model=1049vc_s
panel=
sound=
texture=tae
kb_checklists=L1049_check
kb_reference=L1049G_ref
atc_id=514
atc_id_enable=1
ui_manufacturer=Lockheed
ui_type=L-1049G Super Constellation
ui_variation= TAE L1049C EC-BEN
description=New FS2k4 FD for L1049G Connie. Beta v1.47 26-04/2009
atc_flight_number=312
atc_heavy=0
atc_airline=
atc_parking_codes=
atc_parking_types=CARGO
prop_anim_ratio=0.99
atc_id_color=0x00000000
atc_id_font=Verdana,-11,1,600,0

Developers and Credits

Manfred Jahn designed the original L-1049G model, bringing historical accuracy and advanced flight dynamics to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004. Gary Harper produced the TAE repaint to ensure the classic Spanish livery remains true to the actual aircraft’s appearance. Their work delivers an immersive experience for anyone enthusiastic about vintage airliners.

Once everything is set, take this impressive radial-engine classic for a spin in your simulator, enjoy the carefully replicated TAE color scheme, and immerse yourself in the golden age of propeller-driven aviation.