FSX Fokker DR1 Triplane "The Great Waldo Pepper"

This specially crafted repaint brings the iconic Fokker DR1 Triplane into your simulator, featuring the distinctive livery from the film “The Great Waldo Pepper,” starring Robert Redford. Developed to complement the freeware model by the Neoqb Development Team, this texture set is the work of Chris Brisland. Fly with an authentic look inspired by motion-picture aviation legends, and immerse yourself in a faithful representation of an aircraft that has captured the imagination of flight enthusiasts worldwide.

Historic Reflection on the Fokker DR1

The real Fokker DR1 (Dreidecker) became famous during World War I for its three-wing design, which offered exceptional maneuverability at low speeds. This triplane also gained notoriety through Manfred von Richthofen, known as the “Red Baron.” Many aviation enthusiasts admire its place in history, and now, you can explore this unique aircraft in Microsoft Flight Simulator X with a movie-themed paint scheme honoring “The Great Waldo Pepper.”

Key Add-On Information

Base Model:

Fokker DR1 by Neoqb Development Team. (Freeware model required, available in the Fly Away Simulation resource library.)

Repaint Author:

Chris Brisland

Simulator Compatibility:

FSX (Microsoft Flight Simulator X)

Texture Package Details

This livery is inspired by the plane seen in “The Great Waldo Pepper.” It captures the spirit of early 20th-century aviation stunts depicted in the movie. The repaint focuses on accurate markings and color schemes, maintaining fidelity to the cinematic reference.

Installation Procedure

1. Access your FSX installation folder, commonly: c://Program Files/Microsoft Games/Microsoft Flight Simulator X/Sim Objects/Airplanes/Dr1.
2. Extract the contents of this ZIP file into the Dr1 folder. Ensure the “Use Folder Names” option is enabled in your extraction software, so all textures land in the correct directory.
3. Open the aircraft.cfg file with a text editor (for instance, Notepad). Locate the final [fltsim.x] section, where x represents the current last texture entry.
4. Copy and paste the new configuration block (shown below) below that final [fltsim] entry. Then, adjust the [fltsim.x] line to the next consecutive number (for example, if the last entry is [fltsim.5], then rename the new one to [fltsim.6]).
5. Save the aircraft.cfg file. Launch FSX, select your newly added Fokker DR1 entry from your aircraft library, and take flight.

Configuration Block

[fltsim.x]
title=Fokker Dr.I "Waldo Pepper's adversary"
sim=Dr1
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=n864dr
kb_checklists=Dr1_check
kb_reference=Dr1_ref
atc_id_color=0xff000000
atc_id=N864DR
atc_airline=Experimental
atc_flight_number=
atc_parking_types=
ui_manufacturer="Fokker"
ui_type=Dr.I
ui_variation="From the Film 'The Great Waldo Pepper'"
ui_typerole="Single seat triplane fighter"
ui_createdby="Neoqb"
description="Repaint by Eagleskinner. Model (neoqb)"

After following these steps, your flight simulator will display the new “Great Waldo Pepper” DR1 livery. Experience classic barnstorming visuals and enjoy reenacting the spirited era of aerial spectacle portrayed in the movie. This repaint only includes revised textures and requires you to download the original freeware Fokker DR1 base model from Fly Away Simulation if you have not already done so.