FSX Royal Air Force Lockheed L-1011 TriStar

This repaint offers an RAF TriStar registration ZD948 (formerly operating with British Airways) for the payware Captain Sim Lockheed L-1011 package. Developed by Corina Meyer, it provides faithful markings, reflective surfaces, and realistic RAF-themed liveries for enthusiasts of Microsoft Flight Simulator X.

Historic Significance of the L-1011

The Lockheed L-1011 TriStar is widely celebrated for its advanced avionics and distinctive tri-engine layout. It served both civilian air carriers and military organizations, including the Royal Air Force. The Rolls-Royce RB211 turbofan engines enhanced its efficiency, making it suitable for mid-to-long-range operations. This particular RAF variant spans roles from troop transport to strategic missions, showcasing the manufacturer’s commitment to versatility.

Key Repaint Features

• Authentic RAF detailing for Lockheed L-1011 ZD948.
• Reflective metal effects and emblem placement aligning with Royal Air Force standards.
• Textures crafted for high-resolution clarity and visual realism.

Payware Model Requirement

As this package focuses on repaint files only, it requires the Captain Sim L-1011 payware model to be installed beforehand. Users need to acquire that base product separately from a recognized vendor (for instance, SimShack) to ensure compatibility and maximum quality.

Installation Steps

1. Place the Texture folder in your existing “...\FSX\Simobjects\Airplanes\CS_L-1011” directory.
2. Open the aircraft.cfg file and append the following block of text, ensuring you replace “XX” with the next number in your sequence:

[fltsim.XX]
title=Lockheed L-1011 made by Captain Sim L-1011-385-1 Royal Airforce ZD948
sim=csl112
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=RAF948
kb_checklists=
kb_reference=
atc_id=ZD948
atc_airline=Lockheed
atc_flight_number=
atc_heavy=1
ui_manufacturer=Lockheed
ui_type=L-1011
ui_variation=Royal Air Force
ui_typerole=L-1011
ui_createdby=Captain Sim
description=description=Paint by C.Meyer L-1011 ZD948 (cn 193V-1157) Captain 1.0
2014 Captain Sim

Final Notes

This repaint underscores the TriStar’s RAF heritage and highlights Corina Meyer’s attention to detail. Enthusiasts can enjoy accurate colors, emblem positioning, and a historically significant livery, all while appreciating the wide-body tri-jet’s place in aviation history. This addition brings an extra dimension to military-themed flights and further diversifies one’s Microsoft Flight Simulator X fleet.