The story
The L-1011 TriStar was an advanced design: autoland, a quiet cabin and a center engine fed through an S-duct. But the collapse of engine-maker Rolls-Royce and Lockheed's own money troubles held it back. Only 250 were built.
Only one TriStar still flies: Stargazer, which carries Pegasus rockets under its belly and launches them in flight.
Quick answers
How do you identify a L-1011 TriStar?
Three engines like the DC-10, but the center engine sits low in the tail and breathes through an S-shaped duct above the fuselage. Only Stargazer still flies.
What does a L-1011 TriStar sound like?
Triple RB211 — a smooth British engine note, unlike the CF6-powered DC-10.
How fast is the L-1011 TriStar?
Top speed is 475 kts.
How many passengers does the L-1011 TriStar carry?
Up to 400. A typical layout is 256 (2-class).
How far can the L-1011 TriStar fly?
Range is about 4,860 nmi.
How big is the L-1011 TriStar?
It is 177 ft 8 in long and 155 ft 4 in across the wings.
When did the L-1011 TriStar first fly?
Its first flight was in 1970.
How many L-1011 TriStars have been built?
250 built.
How rare is a L-1011 TriStar in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first L-1011 TriStar catch is worth 25 points.
