It had some problems early on, but these were fixed. Lockheed l188 electra, pictures, technical data, history. The first airline operating the lockheed electra was eastern airlines. Construction list l188 electra serial line no model reg currentlast operator status.
Lockheed l 188 electra passenger version and cargo version. Lockheed l188 electra of transportes aereos nacionales. Initially developed according to specifications ordered by american airlines to meet its need for a mediumrange airliner, the electra first took to the air in 1957. Screenshot of taa lockheed l188 electra ii in flight. The design of the lockheed l188 electra began in 1954, and in the following year the company received a launching order from american airlines. A lockheed l188c electra passenger plane, registered n121us, was destroyed in an accident 9 km ne of cannelton, in, united states of america.
The lockheed l 188 electra was produced to meet a 1954 american airlines prerequisite for a household short to medium go 75 to 100 seat carrier. Fantastic sound the flying bulls douglas dc6 taxiing and take off runway 32 at zrh live atc duration. Scan gerard van oostrom jakarta soekarnohatta intl mandala airlines lockheed l 188 electra. Lockheed s configuration, the l 188, was a low wing, four turboprop controlled flying machine. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Air bridge lockheed l188 electra northwest territorial livery buffalo airways lockheed l188 electra cglba buffalo airways lockheed l188 electra fire bomber buffalo airways lockheed l188 electra cfbaq interstate airlines lockheed l188 electra. Lockheed l 188 electra n5001k, scanned from postcard national airlines. Mastercraft collection douglas dc3 american model scale. The lockheed l188 electra was produced to meet a 1954 american airlines prerequisite for a household short to medium go 75 to 100 seat carrier. Lockheed l188 electra at hollywood burbank airport. Aug 01, 2014 this is a short showcase video for the freeware lockheed l 188 electra in ansett livery circa 1966. Northwest airlines flew 18 aircraft of the l188c version. Therefore, self shadowing and the bump texture can be seen.
Lockheed l 188 electra the 1950s was a transitional period for australias two major domestic airlines ansettana and taa trans australia airlines, and its international airline qantas. It first flew in 1957 and when first delivered had only slightly inferior performance to that of a turbojet airliner but at a lower operating cost. We are open, but orders may be delayed unexpectedly. Mastercraft collection lockheed l188 american model scale.
This is a short showcase video for the freeware lockheed l188 electra in ansett livery circa 1966. Why not follow us on facebook to be the first to find out about the latest developments. Jul 25, 2014 hi all, ive just downloaded the fs kbt l 188 electra for fsx because i want to try out a few old propsturboprops, and i have to say, despite the panel being a bit datedan acquired taste, it isnt bad, and considering there are no payware l 188 offerings im aware of, its probably the best too. The l188 also had a long history of military descendants with the p3 orion series. Lockheed l188 electra the 1950s was a transitional period for australias two major domestic airlines ansettana and taa trans australia airlines, and its international airline qantas. Aviation history and nostalgia lockheed l 188 electra dec. Ansettana l 188 electra circa 1966 click profile above to view decal image, decal specifications, scale and ordering options braniff international l 188 electra delivery. This item mastercraft collection lockheed l188 electra eastern model scale. It appeared to be quite complete ans i even printed 3 fotos of the panel that pointed out hotspots etc. Initial sales were good, but after two fatal crashes that led to expensive modifications to fix a design defect, no more were ordered.
First flown in 1957, it was the first large turboprop airliner built in the united states. A quality fsx aircraft with comprehensive vc and passenger cabin. Jeanmarie hanon liegebierset atlantic airlines lockheed l188 electra. First flown in 1957, it was the first large turboprop airliner built in the united.
Asn aircraft accident lockheed l188a electra n9707c. July 2017 during the 1950s it was far from clear that the pure jet was the future and many airlines and industry observers thought there would be an extended period of turboprops. Some electras are still being used in various roles into the 21st century. L188 was the electra production number, as l1011 is today for the lockheed tristar. A gmax model that features self shadowing and bump texture. Its performance was only slightly lower than those of a jet plane, with lower operating costs. On november 1, 1977, eastern retired its last l188 from the washington new york shuttle. Hi all, ive just downloaded the fs kbt l188 electra for fsx because i want to try out a few old propsturboprops, and i have to say, despite the panel being a bit datedan acquired taste, it isnt bad, and considering there are no payware l188 offerings im aware of, its probably the best too. Lockheed l188 electra flugzeugmodelle sammler modelle. The airplane operated on a flight from chicagomidway airport, il mdw to miami international airport, fl mia. L 188 was the electra production number, as l 1011 is today for the lockheed tristar.
S airline to operate the electra in regular passenger service. May 26, 2017 our thanks to mvdp for providing a welldesigned platform of the lockheed l 188 electra. See more ideas about lockheed, lockheed electra, aviation. Jan 28, 2016 electras were produced in two versions, the l.
Taa lockheed l188 electra ii for fsx fly away simulation. When beautiful new airliners lose their wings for no and that is what occurred. Lockheed lockheed l 188 electra northwest airlines lockheed electras of the norwegian airline fred olsen were a common sight at. Also included with the package is the smoke effects.
Add to cart add to cart add to cart add to cart customer rating. Initial sales were good, but after two fatal crashes that led to expensive modifications to fix a design defect, no more were orde. I went to the fsx panels to search for l188 lockheed electra since i wasnt happy with the panel that came with my ac. The decade began with the carriers operating all piston engine aircraft and concluded with a number of turboprop powered types being. It was the first turboprop airliner produced in the united states.
You could hit the outer marker at 1500 feet or 3000 and still have a good approach and landing. According to the eastern airlines fact sheet of july 1976, eastern listed 15 lockheed propjet electras in its fleet. The l188 electra is one of the most effective large capacity or heavy air tankers for the control of wild fires. Air bridge lockheed l 188 electra northwest territorial livery buffalo airways lockheed l 188 electra cglba. Number 5 in the airliner tech series from specialty press, jim uptons lockheed l 188 electra is a superb pictorial survey, description, and history of this remarkable and memorable aircraft which is certain to please aircraft buffs of all ages. The airplane operated on a flight from houstonwilliam p. Media in category lockheed l188 electra the following 40 files are in this category, out of 40 total. Lockheed electra models 10, 12, 14 and 188 in australian service.
The four turbine engines of this aircraft ensures it has tremendous power and range to fight distant fires and the most extreme. The lockheed l188 electra is an american turboprop airliner built by lockheed. Screenshot of taa lockheed l 188 electra ii in flight. The book is well documented, with many pictures and diagrams covering the history of the l188, the. The lockheed l188 electra was the first turboprop airliner built in the united states. Lockheed l188 electra by airline wikimedia commons. Only the viscount and il18 can be considered real successes, however initially the electra sold well, with american airlines the launch customer for 35 in june 1955. Lockheed l 188 electra moulds in 1400 scale updated. Lockheed l188 electra aircraft history, specification. Scan gerard van oostrom jakarta soekarnohatta intl mandala airlines lockheed l188 electra. I checked it out prior to installing it into my ac.
There were 57 passengers and six crew members on board. Lockheed l188 electran5001k, scanned from postcard national airlines. Number 5 in the airliner tech series from specialty press, jim uptons lockheed l188 electra is a superb pictorial survey, description, and history of this remarkable and memorable aircraft which is certain to please aircraft buffs of all ages. Luftfahrthobbyshop online shop fur flugzeugmodelle, speziell fur sammler. I flew the l188 for about a year and a half for national airlines.
The l 188 also had a long history of military descendants with the p3 orion series. A lockheed l188a electra passenger plane, registered n9707c, was destroyed in an accident 1,6 km e of dawson, tx, united states of america. The lockheed l188 electra california classic propliners. This is the reeve aircraft with wing and prop textures that look and work a bit better in fsx. The design of the lockheed l 188 electra began in 1954, and in the following year the company received a launching order from american airlines.
In june 1955 american recompensed lockheed a request for 35 such air ship. However it missed its market in the usual lockheed way l1649, electra, tristar all did in turn and was a prop when the market wanted jets. Asn aircraft accident lockheed l188c electra n121us. The lockheed l188 electra the lockheed l188 electra has the distinction of being the only large american turboprop airliner.
The airframe was also used as the basis for the much more successful lockheed p3 orion. Yes, thats the model of course but it does not have the improved flight performance nor the detailed panel that i was referring to. Giant scale rc plane american airlines lockheed electra 2 l 188 namfi 2011 smmac. The lockheed l188 electra has the distinction of being the only large american turboprop airliner. Ansettana l188 electra circa 1966 click profile above to view decal image, decal specifications, scale and ordering options braniff international l188 electra delivery.
The lockheed l 188 electra is an american turboprop airliner built by lockheed. It has made our work easier as we have continued the development of this aircraft that has had such a prominent role in aviation history, both in commercial and military applications. Lockheed l 188 electra cgzcf, lockheed l 188 electra from air spray, sn. I bought this book as a gift for a friend who is an amateur aviation historian and a great fan of the electra ii, but could not resist and bought a copy for me as well.
Lockheed l188 electra passenger version and cargo version. Jeanmarie hanon liegebierset atlantic airlines lockheed l 188 electra. The lockheed l 188 electra the lockheed l188 electra has the distinction of being the only large american turboprop airliner. The l188 electra is fast, maneuverable and capable of carrying 3000 gallons of fire retardant. Lockheed l188 electracgzcf, lockheed l188 electra from air spray, sn.
The lockheed l 188 electra was the first turboprop airliner built in the united states. Boeing lent staff, simulators, and a wind tunnel to lockheed. This resulted in such great aircraft as the viscount, britannia, vanguard, il18 and the lockheed l188 electra ii. Favourite 8 lockheed l 188 electra the lockheed l 188 electra represented a major step in. An excellent aircraft, the electra was beset by unfortunate and severe structural problems, and then was surpassed by rapid improvements in pure jet aircraft. On november 1, 1977, eastern retired its last l 188 from the washington new york shuttle. Mastercraft collection lockheed l 188 american model scale. Let us know what you think of the site and tell us what features you want to see next. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. This airlinertech volume begins with the design of the model l 188 electra and progresses. Jul 20, 20 the l 188 also had a long history of military descendants with the p3 orion series. Lockheed l188 electra wikipedia, a enciclopedia livre. Oct 26, 2017 fantastic sound the flying bulls douglas dc6 taxiing and take off runway 32 at zrh live atc duration. L 188 lockheed electra i checked it out prior to installing it into my ac.
Lockheed l188 electra with new start sounds and sound system. There were 80 passengers and five crew members on board. By the time the first aircraft flew in late 1957 lockheed had. Our thanks to mvdp for providing a welldesigned platform of the lockheed l188 electra. Lockheed l188 the fs2004 fs9 forum the avsim community. Fs kbt lockheed l188 electra fsx checklists and tweaks.
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