FSX Trans Word Airlines Lockheed L-1011

This repaint features a faithful rendition of Trans World Airlines’ (TWA) signature livery, applied to the payware Captain Sim Lockheed L-1011 TriStar for Microsoft Flight Simulator X. It represents tail number N31023, carrying manufacturer serial number (cn) 193B/1080, authentically recreated by Corina Meyer. Enthusiasts of classic wide-body tri-jet designs will appreciate the attention to detail throughout the fuselage and tail sections. TWA famously employed the L-1011 in its fleet for long-haul routes, relying on the TriStar’s advanced autopilot and innovative systems to deliver efficient transoceanic service.

Historical Context and Aircraft Highlights

The Lockheed L-1011 TriStar emerged in the 1970s as a wide-body aircraft equipped with three rear-mounted [Rolls-Royce RB211] turbofan engines. It quickly gained recognition for its unique S-duct intake on the center engine and integrated avionics, which offered pilots strong navigational capabilities. TWA (Trans World Airlines), known for pioneering global services, operated these jets to connect major American hubs with international destinations.

Visual Accuracy and Livery Details

In this livery, the famed TWA color scheme spans the full length of the fuselage, maintaining historical fidelity. The unique red band and stylized logo adorn the tail and forward fuselage, matching archival references. Each window, door outline, and lighting fixture is overlaid in correspondence with the real aircraft’s patterns. This version carries the registration N31023 to reflect its original service details.

Technical Components and Compatibility

Developed specifically for the Captain Sim L-1011 model, this texture set maintains alignment with critical details in the payware release. Flight deck panels, wing outlines, and cabin window placements all match the original geometry. It offers a seamless installation with any existing FSX library for those owning the payware jet.

Version: 1.00

Installation Process

1. Move the provided Texture folder into your current “.../FSX/Simobjects/Airplanes/CS_L-1011” directory.
2. Insert the code snippet shown below into your aircraft.cfg file. Position it after the last [fltsim.x] entry; then replace “XX” with the correct sequential index.

[fltsim.XX]
title=Lockheed L-1011 made by Captain Sim L-1011-385-1 TWA N31023
sim=csl112
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=twa N31023
kb_checklists=
kb_reference=
atc_id=N31023
atc_airline=Trans World Airlines
atc_flight_number=1011
atc_heavy=1
ui_manufacturer=Lockheed
ui_type=L-1011
ui_variation=Trans World Airlines
ui_typerole=L-1011
ui_createdby=Captain Sim
description=L-1011 N31023 (cn 193B-1080)\n1011 Captain 1.0\n2014 Captain Sim

Payware Dependency

This repaint requires the Captain Sim L-1011 TriStar payware model. Without the base product, these textures will not function correctly in your simulation environment.

Created by Corina Meyer. Enjoy flying TWA’s historic tri-jet routes in your favorite airspace.