Performance figures are nominal manufacturer values for reference only. Always consult the official Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) for operational use.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 54.2 - 50.0 m |
| Wingspan | 47.3 - 50.1 m |
| Range | 7,410 - 9,630 km (4,000 - 5,200 NM) |
| Cruise | Mach 0.83 (885 km/h / 477 kt) |
| Capacity | 256 - 330 passengers |
| Engines | Three Rolls-Royce RB211-22B / RB211-524 |
History & Development
Entering service in 1972, the TriStar was technologically the most advanced widebody of its era, featuring the first FAA Cat-IIIA autoland system capable of fully blind touchdowns.
Main Variants
L-1011-1, L-1011-100, L-1011-200, L-1011-500 (shortened long-range model).
Typical Operators
Historically operated by Delta Air Lines, Eastern Air Lines, TWA, British Airways, and Cathay Pacific.
Did You Know?
The L-1011 featured an integrated lower-deck galley where flight attendants prepared passenger meals before elevating food carts to the main cabin via twin electric dumbwaiters.