Strike Fighters by Thirdwire

SF2 F-86F-40 Sabre, Portuguese Air Force Skin Pack       8/7/2025
-For SF2, Any and All (Full Merged Recommended)
This is a NEW skin for the F-86F-40 Sabre. It is designed to be used on the SF2 F-86F-40 pack available here at CA. 
This set represents Portuguese Air Force (Forca Aerea Portuguesa) # 51 Squadron (later renumbered to 201) in approx. 1958, when they started receiving their Sabres. You get 24 historically accurate decals; all have been positively identified as having served in 51/201 Squadron (excepting the very last 2; they're generics). The skin is in jpg format, and decal randomization is TRUE. All markings are decals, excepting the painted squadron color bands on the wingtips, stab tips, and vert fin. The SF2 date switch is NOT used, however the "startdefaultdate=" is set to 1958. Hopefully it works as advertised. 
On the skin selection menu, on the Loadout Page, you'll see:
Esq 51 (201) Falcons
As is always recommended, unzip to a temp folder or your desktop to give easy access to the rest of this readme for it's install instructions. 
Happy Landings!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Hello
YOU MUST HAVE THE TU-2S "Bat" 3D model from Cocas!
2 skins PLAAF and NKPAF of Korean War
-NEW textures in 4k .jpg
-NEW normal map
-NEW specular map
-NEW damage textures
Simply extract the file into your folder "StrikeFignter2"
enjoy

Hello
To use this set, YOU MUST HAVE the Yak 9P 3d model by Cocas !!!
-2 units during The Korean War: 56thIAP "Guard Taejon" (NKPA) and unit "unknown" PLAAF
-NEW textures in 4k .jpg
-NEW normal map
-NEW specular map
Simply extract the file into the folder "StrikeFighter2"
Enjoy

Hello
To use this set, YOU MUST HAVE the Sea Fury FB11 by SKIPPYBING !!!
-2 units during The Korean War: 802 Sqn FAA and 805 Sqn RAN
-NEW textures in 4k .jpg
-NEW normal map
-NEW specular map
Simply extract the file into the folder "StrikeFighter2"
Enjoy

SF2 A-7P Corsair II (TMF) FAP Pack                                                                   8/4/2025
-For SF2, Any and All (Full 5 Merged Suggested)
This is a rebuild of TMF's A-7A Corsair II to the A-7P versions as used by the Portuguese Air Force's No. 302 Squadron "Falcons". This, like the Real Life (tm) version, uses the "A" body upgraded with "E" bits. This includes the cockpit and avionics. That is to say, I've (re)used the TMF A-7E cockpit and avionics for this mod. If, for whatever reason, you dislike the TMF cockpit, I've provided the inis and instructions herein to switch over to the stock 3W A-7E_78 cockpit and avionics inis. So, you'll need whichever SF2 game version gave us the A-7E_78 (disremember which one)
This mod is set up and labeled to cause =NO= conflicts with the 3rdWire DLC A-7P, as this carries a unique name (see below). Skins remain in their original bmp format, in their original size and resolution. All markings are decals. Decal Randomization is TRUE. The skin is provided with 18 historically correct serial number decals.  The necessary items provided are drop tanks and pilot seat. Weapons used are all stock in-game items. If I missed anything, PLEASE let me know and I'll try to get it fixed.
. 
The canopy operates with the Standard Animations Keystroke (tm), Shift/0 (zero). The wing fold is operated by Shift/9 (nine). The refueling probe operates with the Shift/3 (three) keystroke. 
When in-game, on the Aircraft Selection Drop down you'll see:
A-7P Corsair II (TMF)
So you can't mistake it for anything other than what it is. This will also differentialize THIS one from the Third Wire DLC, if you happen to have it.
As always fairly easy to follow, yet detailed install instructions are included. So, please read them. The original readme is included. The 'Change Log' is, of course, in the Notes section below. 
Good Hunting & Happy Landings!
Wrench
Kevin Stein
For Oli

                                        TW B-52D Templates
These templates are for the Third Wire B-52D. They should also work for the B-52F (based on the TW D model)  and work if anyone wants to create a B-52E (visually identical to the D models until Big Belly)
Also Included is a tempate to make wing or SAC decals posted over the "Star Spangled Banner"
    
            Credits
TW                              original B-52D textures
Wrench                      original silver skin (used as base for silver skins)
daddyairplanes        new skin layers, extra details
 

*************************************************************
This is freeware; it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape, or form be used in any payware additions.
See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
*************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEBSITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
************************************************************* 
 

B-52D Pacer Plank
This mod covers the last few years of the B-52Ds service. In 1976, the Pacer Plank upgrade was carried
out by the USAF to reskin the wings of approximately 60 B-52Ds. A further twenty were found to be in good
enough condition to continue service along side the upgraded BUFFs. In addition, the GBU-15 was tested on
several of the upgraded BUFFs, giving an early precision guided weapon capability. Finally, the D models 
retained the ability through the end of their careers to carry 4 nuclear weapons, although this was rarely
used.

            Included
BD_PP aircraft, decals for the 4 Wings that operated this variant, weapons, sounds and effects
            Installation
unzip, add to mod folder of choice. no overwrite should occur. requires SF2 Vietnam or Europe for B-52D model
            Notes
1. While tested, the D model never used the GBU-15 in combat. It was also tested with the short pylons, which are not 
available here. In light of this and the fact that the Hound Dog pylons are permanent, I set it up to work with those.
There is a value in plinking the Defenses from 10 miles out, then plastering a runway with 80+ bombs minutes moments later.
it is after all, a game. Have a little fun.
2. Water injection on takeoff is simulated by making an "afterburner" that operates from 98-100%. Try not to go above 96%
throttle after take off
    
            Credits
TW                             original B-52D model
Kjakker                      multiple data ini edits especially concerning electronic warfare suite
Spillone104              fakepilot pylons and EW antennae
Wrench                      technical support, presumed creator original decals
russouk2004            model for B28 family of weapons
ravenclaw_007        new GBU-15 weapons
daddyairplanes        ini edits to greatly increase base supply of Mk82 and M117 bombs
Dels                            cockpit
NightshadeP/R        testing (including a fix!)
daddyairplanes        research, new 2048 skins, recycling old decals for new packaging, adjustment to effects
unknown                   sounds, original effects, original decal work. any info on the original authors is greatly appreciated
 

*************************************************************
This is freeware; it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape, or form be used in any payware additions.
See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
*************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEBSITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
************************************************************* 
 

                                                                               B-52F Upgrade '25
This mod upgrades the skins of the B-52F. It includes three Arc Light skins, as well as a generic silver over white anti flash schemeand SIOP scheme from the last few years of operational service

            Included
B-52F aircraft, decals for the 5 skins, weapons, effects and sounds
            Installation
unzip, add to mod folder of choice. allow overwrite if needed. requires SF2 Vietnam or Europe for B-52D model
            Notes
1. Water injection on takeoff is simulated by making an "afterburner" that operates from 98-100%. Try not to go above 96% throttle after take off
    
            Credits
TW                        original B-52D model
Kjakker                 multiple data ini edits especially concerning electronic warfare suite
Spillone104         models for pylons 
Wrench                 technical support, presumed creator original decals
russouk2004       model for B28 family of weapons
daddyairplanes   ini edits to greatly increase base supply of Mk82 and M117 bombs
Dels                       cockpit
NightshadeP/R     testing (including a fix!)
daddyairplanes     research, new 2048 skins, recycling old decals for new packaging, adjustment to effects
unknown                sounds, original effects, original decal work, Hound Dog missiles. any info on the original authors is greatly appreciated
 

*************************************************************
This is freeware; it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape, or form be used in any payware additions.
See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
*************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEBSITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
************************************************************* 
 

IAe FMA 33 Pulqui II
REDUX
 
 
This is a complete overhaul of Foxmonters Pulqui II, it is a relativley old model, so there are a few minor issues with the skin, ie, it was designed for SF1 I think, and as there are zero templates available, I had to make my own, and try and figure out wher bits an pieces are supposed to go. Anyhow, I have completely reworked the skins, new panels and rivets, updated the engine and flight characterisics ( I used the engine and flight stats from the Venom) I have replaced the frankly bloody awful cockpit with the one from the Mystere V, which I think is actually the F84 pit. The aircraft now has drop tanks from the Vampire, I was going to add other weapons, but as there are no pylons for this model, and I did NOT want to use the "fake pilot" method, is is purely a gun armed bird. 
There are  6 new skins, 2 Argentine, camo and NMF, 2 Egyptian again camo and NMF 1 Dutch example in green over blue, and finally a Dhimari recce bird in NMF with a sand upper fuselage. I have not redone the Argentine prototype aircraft, as I think it looks crap, so if you want that skin, get the original aircraft, and revell in its utter ugliness   The orginal also had a Parani skin, but I feel that it would be more likely for Dhimar to use this aircraft, as it is not a WARPAC plane, also the Egyptian, and Dutch aircraft are the only other skins  I have done as no one else actually ordered the Pulqui ( although the orders wer ultimately cancelled, so they ARE what if skins )
I have included an alternative pit, the one from the Vampire, however, you will have to piddle around with it, as the view of the wings from the cockpit seat is rather dreadful, but it's there if you wish to use it insted of the Mystere pit. all the decals have been re done,  and of course are included in the package, I have applied spurious stencilling in various places on the airframe, however they are in Polish ( I think ) as I lifted them from the Mig-15, but hey its only window dressing right !!! The sounds are also included, make sure to ammend you soundlist.ini so they work. So read the read me file and the add to soundlist files and you should be frosty. 
I have just notiiced I forgot to include the sound for the Gun in the Sounds folder, even though I did put it on the soundlist.ini addition. so please add the sound file attached below.
Any questions please feel free to message me.
As always............................ENJOY    
WW2_Gun_20_Cannon.wav

(16) A-10A's of the 25th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 51st Tactical Fighter Wing Suwon AB, Republic of Korea 1986.
Requires the A-10A and C Thunderbolt II "Warthog" Pack by Spectre8750 located here at CombatACE.
Thanks to Spectre8750, daddyairplanes, Blade, Wrench, and Centurion-1

DRV 2.0 terrain
Democratic Republic of Vietnam or better known as North Vietnam
*****************************************************************************
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
This terrain is written for SF2NA and SF2E or SF2I or SF2V.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
I. Short description:
This terrain covers North Vietnam, parts of South Vietnam and Thailand.
The timeframe of the terrain is from 1964 to 1979.
It is made as a NavalMap so that you can fly carrier missions against North vietnam.
You can fly following missions for the American and their allies, the South Vietnamese:
SWEEP,CAP,ESCORT,INTERCEPT,STRIKE,SEAD,ANTI_SHIP,RECON,CAS,ARMED_RECON
For the North Vietnamese you can fly this missions:
CAP,INTERCEPT

DRV 2.0 is a rework of DRV 1.4, a terrain which i made 20 years ago. I gave it a new tileset, reworked some tiling and some target areas. Further rework of the target areas is neccessary and will be done later.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
II. INSTALLATION:
To run this terrain you need SF2NorthAtlantic and SF2 Israel or SF2 Europe or SF2 Vietnam.

Unzip all files into your saved game folder ...ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2XXXX

Thats it.

If you have SF2Europe installed you must do nothing more.
If you miss SF2E and have SF2Israel you must open file
DRV.ini
with Notepad editor and look for the lines:
//CatFile=..\IsraelME\IsraelME.cat
CatFile=..\GermanyCE\GermanyCE.cat
change the entry into:
CatFile=..\IsraelME\IsraelME.cat
//CatFile=..\GermanyCE\GermanyCE.cat

If you have SF2Vietnam, but no SF2 Europe then open
DRV.ini with Notepad editor and look for the lines
//CatFile=..\VietnamSEA\VietnamSEA.cat
CatFile=..\GermanyCE\GermanyCE.cat
change the entry ino:
CatFile=..\VietnamSEA\VietnamSEA.cat
//CatFile=..\GermanyCE\GermanyCE.cat

save the file
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
III. Credits.
Tileset            is basing on Starys Green Hell 3.0 tileset. I converted it to jpg format and
            merged the 512x512 tiles to 1024x1024 pixel tiles.
Tileset green        made by Wilches
Korat Air Base        ArmourDave

I hope i have not forgotten someone.
.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
IV. This Terrain is Freeware. Commercial use is not allowed.
And i say it again for the YAP, YankeeAirPirates file thiefs, the usage of this terrain and/or parts of  the terrain for commercial use is not allowed!!!!!
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
V.
For remarks, comments, bugs, etc please use CombatAce forum or send me a PM.
Hope you enjoy it.

Michael (Gepard)

Made in Germany
07.Juli 2025
 
 
 

Simmers Paint Shop Color Chips                 6/29/2025
With the loss of Simmers Paint Shop, a lot of fantastic information has been lost forever for those texture artists that like the ability to fully match the proper colors for any and (mostly) all eras and countries. 
Listed are not only the color chips, the the R/G/B and Hex values to (re)create them in your own image manipulation programs (GIMP, Photoshop, Paint.net, etc) These are given the US Federal Standard, and for Luftwaffe, the RLM converted to FS coding.
I don't remember when I found these, but here they are. Included are the original png format images, and I've converted them to jpgs for easier viewing with various and sundry programs.
Be advised, the images are QUITE large, so you'll need to zoom in on them.
Included herein are chips for:
Japan - IJN, IJAAF, JASDF
Germany - Luftwaffe RLM/RAL
UK - RAF British Standard
Russia/Soviet Union - VVS colorlist
USA - USAF, USN, US Army
I hope you enjoy these, and make good use of them!!! Even though I uploaded to the SF2 category, these are usefull for any and all games or what-have-yous that you'd like to use them for!! :)
Wrench
Kevin Stein

I didn't find printable keyboard shortcuts on the net so i made my own. It is in vectors so you can edit it to your liking. The shortcuts were mapped from the official site. There are two layouts, one is horizontal, other is in two rows. Let me know if i missed something. 
If there is something similar on the web i don't mind, i had fun making it. Cheers.

The 184th TFG operated F-4D's from 1979 till 1990 and was the F-4 Schoolhouse, operating 70 F-4D's in various paint schemes.
This includes (18) different F-4D's wearing the Euro Scheme variations which were seen on the flightline of McConnell AFB during the late 1970's and 1980's.
These were all verified by photos and do not represent a particular year but the entire F-4D Phantom tenure with the 184th. Being a schoolhouse, the 184th had Phantoms in every scheme, some Kansas Phantoms wore them all during their time at the unit while others did not.
Happy Phlying!

--------------- Spitfire for CombatAce ---------------
SF2 version 2021

TurboSquid : original 3D model
Snapper21 : source file donated to CA and textures.
Wrench : project development origin and inis
Starfighter2 : original Spitfire Mk9 cockpit
Ravenclaw_007 : rocket ini
Logan4 : additionnal 3D parts and model editing to import into TW sims, textures editing, decals and inis. New 3D models for 60lbs rockets and dual rocket pods system ini.
Cliff7600 : textures editing, decals and inis, cockpit editing.
Thirdwire : textures and inis.
These are the models made for CombatAce from the original TurboSquid 3D source file.
It is made to be downloaded for free at CombatAce site only, and not to be used in any other way.

The models have been designed for a SF2 / ThirdWire use and nothing else.
Not to be merged with other files sharing the same original 3D model.
- Spitfire Mk14c
- Spitfire LF Mk14e

This is the First Argentine F-16BM, actually M-1210, Previously ET-210
The pack has two schematics: one that was actually presented here in Tandil, Buenos Aires, Argentina, and the other that was presented during the purchase confirmation, which remains fictional for now since the official schematic is unknown.
The official schematics and data for avionics, radars, etc. will be created and published in future updates.

General credits to Ravenclaw_007, Menrva and Team Viper
 
- 3D Model Modified by Ravenclaw_007
- Weapons proporcioned by Ravenclaw_007 And 3 extra weapons created by Franconinja14
- New skins by franconinja14, using the Team Viper F-16C Templates and modified by Franconinja14.
- Detailed Menrva F-22 pilot model 
- Detailed Team Viper ejection seat.
- Sounds, Effects and fuel tanks proporcioned by Team Viper.

This is my RAH-66 Comanche pack. It includes all the files for the Comanche and Longbow Comanche.
Please read the readme file (included) for installation instructions and credits.
Happy Easter!
Dels

Above all this is a what if mod in order to create a new flyable fighter.
*JH-9 'Shen Jian' ('Excalibur') v1.0.0
First flight : 1976
Developped by the PLAAF
This fighter is derivated from the MiG-21PF.
It was first observed and pictued in October 1976 over the China Sea.
*SF2 basical game from Thirswire is needed.
*I would like to thank :
- Combat Ace Team for their hosting,
- Thirdwire their game,
- Mago/Paladrian for their cockpit,
- and the creator of the GP-9 gunpod.
Best regards,
Coupi
 

SF2 North Cape Terrain Revamp            5/15/23
== For SF2, any and all, but designed with SF2:E in mind ==
*Please note, if you have the original, I suggest backing it up, simply for safety's sake. It will also archive it, for historical purposes.*
This is a revamp of the North Cape terrain by Baltika. It has gone through a somewhat large rebuild, mostly to clean up and add "eye candy" to the airports and some of the other military targets. It still remains in the single 'winter' season. Ports have been upgraded with buildings, docked ships and other martime goodies. The movement ini has also been modified, with additional and/or re-routed routes. It should be noted, this is =NOT= a NavalMap, so don't expect any carrier action. Limited Nations is also "TRUE", using the Usual Suspects (tm).
I've supplied a great number of GroundObjects, but you'll want to double check them after unzipping, to make sure you have everything before installing. Meaning: not everything has been supplied. Ground defenses (AAA & SAMs) use the generic tags (SAMLauncher, SAMRadar, etc), so there should be no problems with the GameEngine (tm) using what's in you Mods Folders.
As is always reccomended, unzip to a temp folder or your desktop to give easy access to the rest of this readme for it's install instructions. PLEASE READ THEM!!!
Good Hunting!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

== Remember, you MUST have an active subscription here at CA to download this package ==
 

JASDF F-4EJ cockpit pack
includet in this pack are
F-4EJ_72_cockpit F-4EJ_85_cockpit this cockpits will only work with the F-4EJ pack i made , here is the link to this aircrafts   https://combatace.com/files/file/14263-f-4ej/
this cockpits will not work with the TW F-4EJ DLC06  , at least not with out a lot of rework and repositioning
to install just drop the content of the F-4EJ_72 and F-4EJ_85 folders in to the respective aircraft folders and let overwrite if ask to
 
i hope i got everything right this time and the cockpits will work for you as they should
 
have fun , ravenclaw_007

            Future Tigers: 23rd Fighter Group F-35As    
while placed in the "what if" section in 2025, the gist of this mod will become a reality as the
23rd FG at Moody AFB, Georgia is slated to recieve F-35s by 2029. The serials assigned are not known
at this time, nor are the final markings. This is a SWAG attempt at predicting how the Flying Tigers
will look once they go low observable.    
            Included
skins and decals for the 74th and 75th Fighter Squadrons of the 23rd Fighter Group,
as well as the 76th Fighter Squadron of the 476th Fighter Group    
            Required
F-35A from kblomkvist's F-35 Redux pack, found here
            Installation
install all components of required aircraft components (aircraft, decals, effects, sounds, weapons etc)
after installing required aircraft to desired mod folder, add contents of
 " 2 mod folder" to same mod folder.

            Credits
kblomkvist             reworked templates used to create this pack
daddyairplanes     new skin markings and tgas, decal ini edits, research
*************************************************************
Thank you for downloading this mod and I hope you enjoy it
daddyairplanes
aka Kevin Unruh
18 Mar 2025

*************************************************************
This is freeware; it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape, or form be used in any payware additions.
See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
*************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEBSITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
*************************************************************
 

                                                               482nd Tactical Fighter Wing Phantoms
this mod features skins for the 93rd TFS "Florida Makos" (FM) and the 89th TFS "Rhinos (DO). both squadrons were a part of the Air Force Reserve's
482nd TFW throughout the 1980s. there are skins for the F-4D_78 version, as well as a F-4C_67 skin for the 93rd, the only Reserve unit to operate the C model Phantom.
finally, i have added ravenclaws excellent new pit mod and updated the skins and inis to accomodate it.
            Included
F-4C_67 SEA skin for the 93rd TFS
F-4D_78 Skins for both squadrons representing each of the major camo schemes
new pit for F-4D_78 and accompanying ini edits
J79 exhaust effects for smokier flights
            Required
original stock SF2 Europe for F-4D_78 aircraft
            Credits
Thirdwire            original F-4D_78 model, F-4C_67 aircraft
ravenclaw_007            new F-4D_78 pit and data ini edits
daddyairplanes            research, new skins and decals
cSomers611, nightshadeP/R     test team
templates for skins a mix of Sundowner, ravenclaw_007, yakarov79 and daddyairplane layers
        Instructions
unzip, unload contents of "2 Mod folder" into mod folder of your choice. allow overwrites if needed

i hope you enjoy this mod as much as i enjoyed creating it
Kevin Unruh
aka daddyairplanes
16 February 2025
 
*************************************************************
This is freeware; it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape, or form be used in any payware additions.
See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
*************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEBSITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
*************************************************************
 

 F-4Ds of the 474th TFW and 507th TFG REDUX
this mod revisits one of the oldest Phantom skinpacks in the Combatace archives. but it now features historic serials, more details and kill marks, nose door art and leader birds as applicable
            Included
Skins for the 428th, 429th, 430th TFSs as they were in 1979 (SEA with subdued markings)
Skins for the 465th TFS representing each of the major camo schemes
J79 exhaust effects for smokier flights
            Required
original stock SF2 Europe for F-4D_78 aircraft
            Credits
Thirdwire        original F-4D_78 model
ravenclaw_007        new F-4D_78 pit and data ini edits
daddyairplanes        research, new skins and decals
templates for skins a mix of Sundowner, ravenclaw_007, yakarov79 and daddyairplane layers
        Instructions
unzip, unload contents of "2 Mod folder" into mod folder of your choice. allow overwrites if needed

i hope you enjoy this mod as much as i enjoyed creating it
Kevin Unruh
aka daddyairplanes
16 February 2025
 
*************************************************************
This is freeware; it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape, or form be used in any payware additions.
See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
*************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEBSITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
*************************************************************
 

             Outlaws and SPADS: F-4D Reservists in the Lone Star State
this mod represents the 457th and 704th TFSs of the Air Force Reserve during their F-4D era. The two units flew both regular fighters and ones that had been
upgraded with the ARN-92 LORAN navigation system, with its distinctive "towel bar" antennae on the spine. The 457th was a primarily LORAN outfit with only a
few regular aircraft while the 704th was more evenly mixed (even removing some of the ARN-92 systems prior to retirement).
            Included
F-4D_78 aircraft folder and F-4D_LORAN_78 complete aircraft
F-4D_78 Skins for both squadrons representing each of the major camo schemes. textures are teh same for both aircraft, but the decals used are different
new pit for F-4D_78 and accompanying ini edits
J79 exhaust effects for smokier flights
            Required
original stock SF2 Europe
            Credits
Thirdwire                      original F-4D_78 model
mppd                             LORAN towel bar fake pilot object
Wrench                         original conversion of F-4D_LORAN to SF2 standards
ravenclaw_007            new F-4D_78 pit and data ini edits
daddyairplanes            research, new skins and decals
cSomers611, nightshadeP/R     test team
templates for skins a mix of Sundowner, ravenclaw_007, yakarov79 and daddyairplane layers
        Instructions
unzip, unload contents of "2 Mod folder" into mod folder of your choice. allow overwrites if needed

i hope you enjoy this mod as much as i enjoyed creating it
Kevin Unruh
aka daddyairplanes
16 February 2025
 
*************************************************************
This is freeware; it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape, or form be used in any payware additions.
See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
*************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEBSITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
*************************************************************
 

                                                                52nd Fighter Wing 1993
This mod brings together all of the aircraft of the 52nd Fighter Wing at Spangdahlem AB, Federal Republic of Germany in 1993. It features historic serials and skins for the era
                                       Included
A-10A_93, F-16C/D_B50, F-4G_92 aircraft
Sounds, effects and decals for all of the above
Assorted Weapons
Special Fuel Tanks to allow selection from different aircraft.
                                       Installation
unzip, add contents of "2 Mod Folder" to the mod folder of your choice. allow overwrites
NOTE ON F-4G_92
I HAVE BEEN GIVEN PERMISSION FROM ravenclaw_007 TO RELEASE AN EARLIER COPY OF HIS ONGOING F-4G PROJECT. WHEN HE RELEASES HIS FINAL PRODUCT IN THE FUTURE THIS MOD WILL BE UPDATED ACCORDINGLY.
NOTE ON SPECIAL TANKS AND MIXED FLIGHTS
I HAVE SET UP A SERIES OF FUEL TANKS SO THAT FUEL TANKS OTHER THAN WHAT IS NATIVE TO THE AIRCRAFT CAN BE SELECTED, ALLOWING MIX FLIGHTS OF AIRCRAFT. THE TANKS FOR EACH AIRCRAFT IS IDENTIFIED BY A NUMBER AT FRONT (IE "370 GAL TANK") WHILE THE NON REGULAR ONES HAVE THE AIRCRAFT NAME IN FRONT (IE F-16 370 GAL TANK). THEY WILL APPEAR FOR THE MOST PART AT THE BOTTOM OF THE MENU SCROLL
IF YOU CHOOSE TO DO THIS, IT IS HIGHLY RECCOMENDED THAT YOU SELECT THE F-16C, THEN CHANGE TO THE F-4G OR A-10 IN THE LOADOUT MENU SCREEN ( flightname 1-1 IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE THE LEAD). THIS WILL ALLOW YOU TO USE ALL AVAILABLE WEAPONS, AS THE F-16 CAN CARRY ALMOST ANYTHING THE A-10 OR F-4G CAN.
______________________________________________________________
                                                      Credits
----------F-4G_92--------------------------
RavenClaw_007 -                               F-4G model and main textures, Ejection Seats
nightshadeP/R -                                 testing as always
331KillerBee, ravenclaw_007 -        SF2 Weapons Packs
daddyairplanes-                                light texture work, tgas, minor ini work,

---------F-16C Block 50--------------------------
BPAO-                    original model,                     
ravenclaw_007-                 additional model and pit work, skin templates (this version)            
Brain32, Jat, Crusader-    FM, Avionics                    
Sony Tuckson                   tech advice                    
Florian, Jat-                       Pilots                    
Stary-                                 MFD panel glas                
ravenclaw_007 and 331KillerBee-        Weapons-                    
daddyairplanes-                new textures, tgas, minor ini work,
---------F-16D Block 50--------------------------
ravenclaw_007-                 new (2022) Block 40 model based off of BPAO's original work
daddyairplanes -               main and data ini to convert the existing Block 40 into a Block 50. Both were very similar the main diference being the wiring for LANTIRN or HTS
ALL ELSE SEE F-16C BLOCK 50
---------A-10A_93 --------------------------
Wpnssgt -                                           Original model and post v3.0 3D Modifications.
Spectre8750, Russouk2004 -         3D Modifications
Spectre8750, Kesselbrut                Cockpits
Sundowner -                                      Skin Templates
Diego -                                                USAF Pilot
Ravenclaw_007 -                              A-10 Aces II Seat
Spectre8750 -                                  Sounds
Stary, Dueces -                                Effects
daddyairplanes -                             texture, tgas, load screen, loadout
-------------overall project------------------------------------------------------------------
TK -                                      For the ThirdWire series of sims.
daddyairplanes-                new TW inspired loading screens, hangar screens, and research.
                    if Frank Castle uses a f ck ton of bullets, it's  safe to say i used a f ck ton of research
Nightshade/PR -               my usual extra set of eyes to catch what i mess up

Thank you for downloading this mod and I hope you enjoy it
daddyairplanes
aka Kevin Unruh
28 Feb 2025
*************************************************************
This is freeware; it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape, or form be used in any payware additions.
See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
*************************************************************