Lockheed L-1011 TriStar Air France 3D model

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This model is crafted with precision to match actual scale. The model boasts animateable features, including turbines that spin with realistic motion, retractable landing gear, doors that open and close, a rudder that steers with ease, elevators that pitch and yaw, ailerons that roll with precision, inboard and outboard flaps that adjust for smooth takeoff and landing. Every exterior detail is meticulously textured to bring the aircraft to life. This model has undergone a comprehensive overhaul to ensure accuracy, building upon our initial 2005 design. Created with animation and video production in mind, this L-1011 model can be easily populated into airport scenes as either an active participant or a static observer. It's available in multiple formats for instant download, making it easy to incorporate into various flight simulation programs. With its versatility and detail, this model is a valuable asset for any aviation enthusiast or professional. The Lockheed L-1011 was designed to bridge the gap between medium-haul airliners and massive heavy jet airliners, directly competing with the DC-10. This aircraft dominated continental routes, traversing the western hemisphere, Europe, and Asia for hundreds of airlines over its extended career spanning from the early 1970s. Although it faced challenges related to RR engine availability and persistent maintenance issues, the L-1011 maintained a superior safety record compared to the DC-10.