FSX United Airlines Douglas DC-10-10

This freeware repaint faithfully captures a United Airlines tri-jet from the classic era and has been crafted specifically for the payware CLS DC-10 series. It highlights the distinctive Friend Ship design, showcasing reflective metal textures and photoreal elements. The underlying concept is a tribute to all flight and ground personnel who contributed their expertise to this iconic aircraft throughout its operational life. Repaint by Ramon Ortiz.

Historical Notes on the Aircraft

The DC-10 was introduced by McDonnell Douglas in the early 1970s as a wide-body jetliner offering efficient transcontinental range and spacious passenger accommodations. Featuring three turbofan engines, the airframe was notable for its T-tail and advanced flight control technology. United Airlines, among other major carriers, deployed the type extensively for both domestic and international services. Its unique tri-engine layout and distinctive shape made it instantly recognizable on ramps worldwide.

Key Features of the Repaint

• Photorealistic Exterior: The textures are saved in 32-bit format to achieve a higher level of detail, with an integrated alpha channel that allows for realistic metal finishes.
• Authentic Markings: United Airlines Friend Ship livery details, including emblems and registration markings, are meticulously replicated.
• Tribute Styling: This specific commemorative repaint salutes the flight crews, technicians, and support staff who served on this aircraft variant.

Compatibility and Requirements

These textures are optimized for Microsoft Flight Simulator X and require the payware Commercial Level Simulations DC-10 package. Users need to purchase and install the CLS DC-10 beforehand in order to make full use of this repaint. The textures will enhance the visual fidelity of the aircraft, showcasing a polished fuselage and fine details across the model.

Installation Details

Before adding the content to your simulator, unzip the downloaded file and place the extracted texture folder in the CLS DC-10-30 aircraft directory. The following snippet should be added to the aircraft.cfg file under a new [fltsim.xx] entry:

[fltsim.xx]
title=Commercial Level Simulations - DC-10-10 CF6-6 UA
sim=CLS-DC10-10-GE-CF6-6D
model=6D6K
panel=
sound=
texture=UAFS
kb_checklists=DC-10_check
kb_reference=DC-10-10_ref
atc_airline=UNITED
atc_flight_number=1467
atc_heavy=1
atc_id=N1825U
atc_parking_types=GATE, RAMP, CARGO
atc_parking_code=UAL
ui_typerole="Commercial Airliner"
ui_createdby="Commercial Level Simulations"
ui_manufacturer="McDonnell Douglas"
ui_type=DC-10-10
ui_variation=United Airlines Friend Ship
description=Commerical Level Simulations\nBoeing / McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10\nVersion-2006.9.6-FSX\n\nFSX and FS2004 Compatible\n\nEngine Type: GE CF6-6D\n\nFor proper operation: See DC-10 manual and performance documentation.
visual_damage=1

Additional Notes

Please ensure the exact fltsim.xx index is correct in your configuration file to avoid overwriting existing entries. For those who appreciate the heritage of commercial aviation, this livery revisits the days when the DC-10 was a mainstay for major airlines around the globe. The textures were developed by Ramon Ortiz, who has taken exhaustive steps to ensure historical and visual accuracy.