Its performance was only slightly lower than those of a jet plane, with lower operating costs. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. First flown in 1957, it was the first large turboprop airliner built in the united states. Initial sales were good, but after two fatal crashes that led to expensive modifications to. Lockheed l188 electra specifications technical data. Lockheed l188 electra the design of the l188 electra began in 1954 to an american airlines specification and first flew in 1957. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. Therefore, self shadowing and the bump texture can be seen. Lockheed u2c and u2f aircraft flight manual 1967 1968.
We work hard to keep our advertising relevant and unobtrusive to create a great experience. 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. Mar 19, 2015 in june 1999, the sale of air new zealands boeing b747219 fleet to virgin abruptly put paid to the careers and aspirations of many. This is the reeve aircraft with wing and prop textures that look and work a bit better in fsx. A lockheed l188c electra passenger plane, registered n121us, was destroyed in an accident 9 km ne of cannelton, in, united states of america. Ident type origin destination departure estimated arrival time estimated time. An excellent aircraft, the electra was beset by unfortunate and severe structural problems, and then was surpassed by rapid improvements in pure jet aircraft. 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. Apr 19, 2019 explore dc3mech1s board lockheed l188 electra.
The p3 orion is a military derivative of civil aircraft lockheed l188 electra was abandoned project. The prototype, first flown on 6 december 1957, was a lowwing monoplane of conventional configuration with retractable tricycle landing gear and powered by four allison 501d, 501da or 501d15. The lockheed l188 electra utilized four wing mounted allison 501 turboprop engines. The first flight for the electra was in december of 1957. The electra was a very impressive aircraft, but systemwise, the propeller was a lot more complicated than the engine. Lockheed electra l188 little turbo prop action tonight with the electra l188,around the fresno,california area. The flight training center, ca posts 4,101 blog entries 3. It was the first turboprop airliner produced in the united states. Lockheed l188cf electra flight manual overseas national. The lockheed model 10 electra is an american twinengined, allmetal monoplane airliner developed by the lockheed aircraft corporation in the 1930s to compete with the boeing 247 and douglas dc2.
Lockheed s configuration, the l 188, was a low wing, four turboprop controlled flying machine. Jan 28, 2016 electras were produced in two versions, the l. Aug 01, 2014 this is a short showcase video for the freeware lockheed l 188 electra in ansett livery circa 1966. Lockheed l188 aircraft operating manual ansett airlines. Lockheed l188 electra aircraft history, specification. The l188 also had a long history of military descendants with the p3 orion series. 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. I went to the fsx panels to search for l188 lockheed electra since i wasnt happy with the panel that came with my ac. Eastern air lines flight manual for the lockheed l188 electra.
In june 1955 american recompensed lockheed a request for 35 such air ship. L188 lockheed electra pc flight simulation downloads. Two variants were introduced, the basic l188 and the longrange l188c which incorporated additional fuel tanks and higher weights. The fe sitting in the center position for to was supposed to lift the doors and pull the handles if necessary. Initial sales were good, but after two fatal crashes that led to expensive modifications to fix a design defect, no more were ordered. See more ideas about aircraft, aviation and civil aviation. The lockheed l188 electra is an american turboprop airliner built by lockheed. Vintage flyer decals offered for the lockheed l188 electra. Air bridge lockheed l188 electra northwest territorial livery buffalo airways lockheed l188 electra cfbaq buffalo airways lockheed l188 electra cglba buffalo airways lockheed l188 electra fire bomber interstate airlines lockheed l. Jul 20, 20 the l 188 also had a long history of military descendants with the p3 orion series.
Also included with the package is the smoke effects. There were 57 passengers and six crew members on board. Many electra had been converted as cargo freighters after their service as airliners. Lockheed l188 electra passenger version and cargo version. 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.
This is a short showcase video for the freeware lockheed l188 electra in ansett livery circa 1966. The many bullet holes in the hull come from the fire lances used by the firefighters, which. In january 1962 while employed by eastern airlines, i started ground school on the lockheed l188 electra. The lockheed l188 electra the lockheed l188 electra has the distinction of being the only large american turboprop airliner. Lockheed l188a electra aviation photos on jetphotos photos. Asn aircraft accident lockheed l188a electra n5532 reno. The p3 orion is a military derivative of civil aircraft lockheed l 188 electra was abandoned project. Contribute to fgmemberslockheedl188 development by creating an account on github.
If you would prefer a particular manual to be supplied as a paper copy, please contact us for a quotation. The type gained considerable fame as one was flown by amelia earhart on her illfated aroundtheworld expedition in 1937. This old lockheed electra from zantop international airlines serves the airport fire department of anchorage now as a training plane. A galaxy airlines lockheed l188a electra, registration n5532, was scheduled operate flights from seattle sea to oakland as flight 201, from oakland to reno rno as flight 202, from reno rno to minneapolis msp as flight 203 and finally returning to seattle using flight number 204. Highly evocative of the 30s and 40s, the electra appeared in many movies, carrying humphrey bogart to some distant pacific island or battling valiantly after being pressed into military service during wwii.
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. All this nostalgia is readybuilt into this new lockheed electra model 10a for flight simulator x and prepar3d. 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. Lockheed l188 electra 2 lockheed l1011 tristar 1 mcdonnell douglas dc10 models 10 and 30. You can help us keep flightaware free by allowing ads from. 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.
Home aircraft manuals gl lockheed l188 electra lockheed l188cf electra flight manual overseas national airlines. 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. Lockheed l188 electra flight training syllabus 1968. Lockheed l 188a electra aviation photos on jetphotos photos. Efm, llc is not liable for the accuracy, effectiveness or safe use of any aircraft manual or publication and does not warrant that any aircraft manual or publication contains current revisions. Home aircraft airframe manuals lockheed lockheed l188 electra. A quality fsx aircraft with comprehensive vc and passenger cabin. Lockheed l188 electra airliner tech series manual volume 5. The lockheed l 188 electra the lockheed l188 electra has the distinction of being the only large american turboprop airliner. Did you know that flightaware flight tracking is supported by. Its quick and easy to whitelist ads on flightaware or please consider our premium accounts. Lockheed l188 aircraft flight question and answer manual. Our thanks to mvdp for providing a welldesigned platform of the lockheed l 188 electra. Initial sales were good, but after two fatal crashes that led to expensive modifications to fix a design defect, no more were orde.
This plane should not be confused with lockheeds earlier model 10 electra, a twin engine. However, on september 29 th 1959 a braniff airways electra disintegrated in flight near buffalo. Lockheed l188 electra quadturboprop l188 aircraft page. Jan 67 eastern air lines flight manual for the lockheed l188 electra. Media in category lockheed l188 electra the following 40 files are in this category, out of 40 total. We are pleased to introduce the p3c orion, legendary military aircraft, modeled by the fs kbt team.
Efm, llc is not liable for the accuracy, effectiveness or safe use. I remember taking my first flight on an ansett electra in 1970 with a school group from sydney to canberra. This website is being developed in an effort to capture, record and archive the lowdown on the personnel, plus those many historic events from the 60 year era of air new zealands flight engineers. The airplane operated on a flight from chicagomidway airport, il mdw to miami international airport, fl mia. 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. Temporary revisions trs apply to this mmel, which have been. A gmax model that features self shadowing and bump texture. These manuals are supplied in adobe pdf format, and delivered via digital download, processed within 2448 hours. Lockheed l188af electra aviation photos on jetphotos.
Temporary revisions trs apply to this mmel, which have. Lockheeds configuration, the l188, was a low wing, four turboprop controlled flying machine. I am sure it was configured for passengers to be paid seating in the back side on lounge, or that is my memory. It appeared to be quite complete ans i even printed 3 fotos of the panel that pointed out hotspots etc. 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. Airborne lockheed l188 electra quadturboprop l188 aircraft. The lockheed l188 electra was the first turboprop airliner built in the united states. Asn aircraft accident lockheed l188c electra n121us. Lockheed l188 electra with new start sounds and sound system. Lockheed l188 electra airliner tech series manual volume. Did you know that flightaware flight tracking is supported by advertising. Air bridge lockheed l 188 electra northwest territorial livery buffalo airways lockheed l 188 electra cfbaq. The problem it had early on was one wing or large section of it departing the rest of the sructure in flight. Home aircraft manuals gl lockheed l188 electra these manuals are supplied in adobe pdf format, and delivered via digital download, processed within 2448 hours.
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The lockheed l188 electra is a fourengine short to mediumrange turboprop airliner for up to 99 passengers produced by the usamerican manufacturer lockheed corporation. Lockheed l188 electra, pictures, technical data, history. The lockheed p3 orion is a maritime patrol aircraft operating in fourhelices in the world. Lockheed l188c electra operating manual mach one manuals. Lockheed l188 electra passenger aircraft, photo, technical data. Home aircraft manuals gl lockheed l188 electra lockheed l188c electra operating manual these manuals are supplied in adobe pdf format, and delivered via digital download, processed within 2448 hours. When i entered the l188 lockheed electra into the fsx panels search, it showed no panels available. Lockheed l188a electra aviation photos on jetphotos.