FSX Iberia Lockheed L1011 Tristar

This repaint delivers a vivid depiction of Iberia’s Lockheed L1011 TriStar, originally leased from Air Atlanta Icelandic (identified as TF-ABM) between late 1997 and mid-1998. It is intended for flight simulation admirers who wish to enhance their virtual flights with a historically accurate Iberia scheme. Although the base model designed by Thomas Ruth and Erick Cantu is not included, you can obtain it separately through the Fly Away Simulation library. Below, you will find detailed instructions on installing the textures, as well as further information about its specifications and background.

Key Add-On Attributes

• High-Fidelity Textures: Choose between 2048×2048 DDS high-resolution renders or 1024×1024 DDS for improved performance.
• Authentic Registration: Reflects TF-ABM, tied to Iberia’s wet lease arrangement from Air Atlanta Icelandic.
• Wide-Body Efficiency: Depicts the classic Lockheed L1011 TriStar (sometimes referred to as the “TriStar L-1011”), famous for its tri-jet layout and advanced engineering when it first debuted.
• Developer Insights: Textures created by Paul Craig, compatible with the Lockheed L1011-100 freeware base package by Thomas Ruth and Erick Cantu.

Historical and Technical Background

Lockheed’s L1011 TriStar made its first flight in November 1969. It later entered service with Eastern Air Lines in April 1972. Built in limited quantity (250 airframes produced until 1982), it showcased advanced systems such as an automatic flight control system for the final approach and an innovative RB211 engine design from Rolls-Royce. Meanwhile, Iberia, headquartered in Spain, has a legacy of operating various wide-body jets in its long-haul fleet. During the late 1990s, the airline briefly utilized this TriStar variant via leasing agreements, providing unique operational flexibility for transatlantic and European routes.

Installation Guidelines

1. Extract the downloaded file into a temporary folder.
2. Depending on your preference:
   • For enhanced performance, install the textures from the “1024×1024 textures” folder.
   • For higher visual fidelity, use the “2048×2048 textures” folder instead.
3. Copy the folder named texture.Iberia into the “Tom_L1011-100” directory, commonly found at:
   OS (C)/Program Files(x86)/Microsoft Games/Microsoft Flight Simulator X/SimObjects/Airplanes/Tom_L1011-100
4. Before editing the aircraft.cfg file, create a backup copy. Then add the following entry, adjusting the “X” to the subsequent fltsim index:

[fltsim.X]
title=L1011-100 Iberia
sim=tom1011
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=Iberia
kb_checklists=Boeing747-400_check
kb_reference=Boeing747-400_ref
atc_id=TF-ABM
atc_airline=IBERIA
atc_flight_number=1123
atc_heavy=1
ui_manufacturer=Lockheed
ui_type=L1011-100
ui_variation=Iberia
ui_typerole=Commercial Airliner
ui_createdby=Thomas Ruth + Eric Cantu
description= First Flight on November 16, 1969 at Palmdale, California's entry into service with Eastern on April 26, 1972. Total Production: 250 units. Production end: 1982.

If you encounter any challenges while modifying the aircraft.cfg file, temporarily copy it to another location, carry out the edits, and then move it back into the aircraft folder.

Important Notice

Disclaimer

Use these files entirely at your own discretion. The repaint creator, Paul Craig, holds no liability for any issues that may arise from the installation or application of this package. Always maintain backups of crucial simulator files.

Base Model Required

The Thomas Ruth and Erick Cantu L1011-100 freeware model is essential and is not bundled with this repaint. Obtain it from the Fly Away Simulation library prior to installation.

We hope you enjoy exploring this Iberia livery on such a classic tri-jet. It stands as a distinctive nod to the airline’s brief use of the Lockheed L1011 TriStar, adding a layer of historical authenticity to your simulator experience.