Strike Fighters 2 Series by Thirdwire

Bloody Hundreth Tanking into the 90s: 100th ARW skin for the KC=135R
This skinpack is a representation of the 100th Air Refueling Wing at RAF Mildenhall during the 1990s. Tracing its lineage back to the 100th Bomb Group of WW2, the 100th has featured nose arts on its tankers throughout the year, often replicating or paying tribute to nose arts from the original Bloody Hundreth

        Included*
two skins; one 1993 in the Shamu scheme and one 1998 in the AMC grey scheme
decals for both skins including nose arts for all aircraft that had them

    Required
a legal functioning install of any SF2 version
KC-135R aircraft and sounds, found in the download section
   https://combatace.com/files/file/12454-mirage-factory-c-135ab-and-kc-135aer/
    Installation
unzip this mod, then install new mod folder categories to your mod folder (Aircraft to aircraft etc)
allow overwrites
fire up game, take off and go pass gas
    Known Issues
-This is meant as eye candy. unfortunately, SF2 doesnt support air to air refueling so the best to be done is set up a recon mission and then park it in an orbit.
-Also, the C-130 cockpit is not too accurate. it is included mainly so that it can be player selected (i had to test it somehow). remember that there is no air to air refueling in game, so these are more eye candy than operational birds

*Wagner CD not included
 
            Credits
BPAO (Olivier Anguille, RIP) -     original model
Dave-                                              head of original released original project
Dels-                                               C-130 cockpit
yakarov79-                                    drogue basket model, original skin templates
Wrench-                                         tech advice, approval master extrodinaire
daddyairplanes-                           research, ini edits, texture and tga work, new additions to templates
 

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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.
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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.
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Working Past Retirement: Metrea KC-135R
This skinpack is a representation of the 4 KC-135R operated by Metrea Strategic Mobility. Bought from Singapore in 2019, these contract tankers are supporting USAF as well as NATO operations

        Included*
KC-135R (Civil) aircraft
two skins to highlight the blue Shamu scheme (3 serial numbers) and the Agean Ghost Scheme (1 serial number)
Cockpit and ini edits to make player flyable
drogue "weapon", addable in the loadout screens

    Required
a legal functioning install of any SF2 version
    Installation
unzip this mod, then install new mod folder categories to your mod folder (Aircraft to aircraft etc)
allow overwrites
fire up game, take off and go pass gas
    Known Issues
-This is meant as eye candy. unfortunately, SF2 doesnt support air to air refueling so the best to be done is set up a recon mission and then park it in an orbit.
-Also, the C-130 cockpit is not too accurate. it is included mainly so that it can be player selected (i had to test it somehow). remember that there is no air to air refueling in game, so these are more eye candy than operational birds
- there are currently no wingtip MPRS pods for these aircraft. Once some have been sourced (via new aircraft model or pod model) they will be added in
-the Agean Ghost is not 100% accurate. there were not very good pics of the wings, plus model quirks meant some patches had to be put on each wing ot allow for color onthe airbrakes (all 4 of which were mapped to the two on the left wing)

*Wagner CD not included
 
            Credits
BPAO (Olivier Anguille, RIP) -                              original model
Dave-                                                                       head of original released original project
Dels-                                                                        C-130 cockpit
yakarov79-                                                             drogue basket model, original skin templates
Wrench-                                                                  tech advice, approval master extrodinaire
daddyairplanes-                                                    research, ini edits, texture and tga work, new additions to templates
            Big Thanks to
 Jimbib for research asssitance with the Metrea Agean Ghost camoflage
 
*************************************************************
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.
*************************************************************

Tupolev Tu-16 'Badger-A' for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2
This is a very simple mod of the stock AI Third Wire Tu-16 to give a flyable (and fictional) Tu-16 in service with the Fuerza Aérea Argentina with markings for Grupo 1 (grey) and Grupo 2 (silver) in the 1960's to early 1980's era.

COCKPIT
There is not really a totally suitable pit for this aircraft so I've decided not to include one but you will be sat in the right place (offset to port) and you will have a gun sight and a ground mapping radar. 
 
INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the Tu-16_FAA folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the Tu-16_FAA folder into your Decals folder.
That's it! 

FLYING THE BADGER
It's so easy to scrape the tail when taking off so let the Badger 'auto take-off' by setting flaps and full power, release the brakes and the nose will lift at 260kmh and it will lift off the runway soon after. I've had good results by releasing my bombs at 10km away from the target whilst at 6,000m altitude but the Badger will happily cruise at 9,000m and at that height you should release your bombs at about 12km away from the target or just a bit more. Remember that the Badger has a fixed forward-firing 23mm cannon so if your bombs miss the fuel tank then get down nice and low and take it out that way!
To help you land the Badger I've added fake airbrakes which will slow you down enough so it's just a matter of lining up the runway from a fair old distance and making a nice 'greaser' of a landing. It does sometimes help to push the stick forward to overcome the bounciness of the landing gear.

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 28th, 2023
 
 

Third Wire F-8A & F-8B Crusader 1.0

Modification of the Third Wire Crusader model into the F-8 A and B model Crusaders.
Included is the 2.75" Mighty Mouse air-to-air fuselage rocket drawer but it is not loaded by default as it was reportedly never used operationally.

F-8A
-    The F-8A (F8U-1) entered service in 1957. F-8A is powered by the J57-P-4 afterburning turbojet and can reach speeds of Mach 1.5
F-8B
-    The F-8B (F8U-1E) was the search radar equipped version, entering service in 1958. It is equipped with the AN/APS-67 radar.

To install:
1, Unpack and drop into your main mods folder.
2, Override when prompted.

Credits:
-    Crusader for the F-8A cockpit gauge placement.
-    ‘F-8 DATA & LOADOUT v1.0 update’ by FANATIC MODDER.
-    ‘SF2V Air & Ground War Expansion v.2.0 Gold’ by Eburger68 and team.
-    Weapons by Ravenclaw_007.

CombatAce fair use agreement applies.

Enjoy,
Dan.
 

Supermarine Syrena FGA.3 for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2
This is a very simple mod of the stock Third Wire Sukhoi Su-7BMK to give a fictional Supermarine Syrena FGA.3 fighter-bomber with markings for No.6 and No.54 squadrons of the Royal Air Force both in a 'Desert Storm' style scheme.
You'll need to have the Su-7BMK for the LOD's (not included) and also the F-105D from SF2:E for the pit although you can, of course, easily use another suitable stock pit.

INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the SyrenaFGA3 folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the SyrenaFGA3 folder into your Decals folder.
3. From the WEAPONS folder drag and drop the Tank_Syrena_FGA3 folder into your Weapons folder.
That's it!

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 27th, 2023
 
 

Supermarine Syrena F.1 for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2
This is a very simple mod of the stock Third Wire Sukhoi Su-7B to give a fictional Supermarine Syrena F.1 interceptor-fighter with markings for No.111 'Treble-One' squadron and No.145 squadron of the Royal Air Force in a typical 1960's Fighter Command scheme.
You'll need to have the Su-7B for the LOD's (not included) and also the F-105D from SF2:E for the pit although you can, of course, easily use another suitable stock pit.

INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the SyrenaF1 folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the SyrenaF1 folder into your Decals folder.
That's it!
This aircraft uses the stock Third Wire Firestreak missile so you won't get an audible growl when/if the missile locks on but you will get visual confirmation in your Lightning style gunsight.

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 26th, 2023
 
 

Gloster Meteor F.8 'Iberia' for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2
This is a very simple mod of the stock Third Wire Gloster Meteor F.8 to give a fictional Meteor F.8 in service with the Spanish Air Force (3 skins) and the Portuguese Air Force (2 skins) in an overall 1954 to 1972 timeline.

INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the Meteor8_Ib folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the Meteor8_Ib folder into your Decals folder.
That's it!

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 24th, 2023.
 
 

From Wikipedia:
"The ADM-160 MALD (Miniature Air-Launched Decoy) is a decoy missile developed by the United States.
It uses gradient-index optics to create a radar cross section that simulates an airplane, in order to confuse missile defense systems.
......
ADM-160B
Decoy version developed by Raytheon with longer endurance. In use by the USAF.
ADM-160C "MALD-J"
Radar jammer variant of ADM-160B by Raytheon. This variant of the MALD decoy can operate in both decoy and jammer modes...... MALD-J will provide stand-in jamming capability for the Airborne Electronic Attack Systems of Systems. It will be launched against a preplanned target and jam specific radars in a stand-in role to degrade or deny the IADS detection of friendly aircraft or munitions.Delivery to the US Armed Forces is to begin in 2012. That year, the Air Force ended procurement of the ADM-160B and will only procure MALD-J versions.
MALD-N
Navy variant based on the MALD-J.
"
This mod Include:
1.ADM-160B MALD
2.ADM-160C MALD-J
3.ADM-160D MALD-N
 
Usage and precautions：
1.Upzip and copy ADM-160C folder to Objects/Weapons ;
2.For a true decoy effect I set it to "ASM" and "is decoy" ,so the ADM-160C is restricted to ASM compatible weapon station ;
3.Since it works similar to a drone in reality, it doesn't cause any damage to any target in the game, and may not even hit the target accurately,but it can indeed play a very good role in covering cruise missiles. Please be clear about your purpose of use and make a good choice.
 
Model/Texture: BorisBC;
Data/Modding: Me.

Tupolev Tu-16 'Badger-A' for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2
This is a very simple mod of the stock AI Third Wire Tu-16 to give a flyable Tu-16 'Badger' in service with the Empire of Paran Air Force with markings for No.1 Heavy Bomber Brigade.

COCKPIT
There is not really a totally suitable pit for this aircraft so I've decided not to include one but you will be sat in the right place (offset to port) and you will have a gun sight and a ground mapping radar. 
 
INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the Tu-16_Pa folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the Tu-16_Pa folder into your Decals folder.
That's it! 

FLYING THE BADGER
It's so easy to scrape the tail when taking off so let the Badger 'auto take-off' by setting flaps and full power, release the brakes and the nose will lift at 260kmh and it will lift off the runway soon after. I've had good results by releasing my bombs at 10km away from the target whilst at 6,000m altitude but the Badger will happily cruise at 9,000m and at that height you should release your bombs at about 12km away from the target or just a bit more. Remember that the Badger has a fixed forward-firing 23mm cannon so if your bombs miss the fuel tank then get down nice and low and take it out that way!
To help you land the Badger I've added fake airbrakes which will slow you down enough so it's just a matter of lining up the runway from a fair old distance and making a nice 'greaser' of a landing. It does sometimes help to push the stick forward to overcome the bounciness of the landing gear.

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 22nd, 2023
 

This has been a labor of love for my all-time favorite fighter aircraft. The service period of this aircraft fits perfectly with the time period that the Strike Fighters 2 game engine gives its best: Gun armed jet fighters with short range missiles and early/ limited avionics.

Changes:
-    The ‘SF2V Air & Ground War Expansion v.2.0 Gold’ and ‘F-8 DATA & LOADOUT v1.0 update’ here at CA were used as a starting point for this project.
-    Maximum G has been changed to 6.3 which is the airframe structural limit in all NATOPS publications.
-    There are automatically operating ‘fake’ leading edge droops (slats) that simulates the pilot being able to lower them a few degrees with a button on the throttle for cruising flight and manoeuvring flight (aka dog fighting). By ‘fake’ I mean they are not player operated in SF2 or linked to the 3D model but the aerodynamic effect is realistically simulated. You will notice the droop indicator in the cockpit will change with them however. If they were manually controlled in the game the AI would not use them correctly.
-    Single AIM-9 missiles and rails can be loaded instead of the Y-racks on all F-8 variants. This is done at the loadout screen (and by the loadout.ini file) it is set up so you cannot load single missiles/ rails and double missiles/ Y-racks at the same time.
-    Cannons harmonized as per NATOPS manual and gun accuracy adjusted to real world levels.
-    Adjustment to most decal positions and inclusion of Squadron codes on the wings.
-    Additional details added to most stock skins.
-    Additional squadron specific higher resolution skins with more accurate markings for that particular squadron.
-    Included for F-8J (69) is a proposed SEA camo overpaint for the VF-211 aircraft on detachment at Udorn in early 1972 to school USAF pilots in Dogfighting. The repaint was initially agreed to but it would have added 1200lbs so it was abandoned. If you wish to use it and fly DACT against USAF Phantoms you can load the extra 1200lb at the load out screen via a unique station specific hard point.
-    Overhaul of each data.ini and avionics.ini to bring them in line with the information in the F-8 NATOPS manuals, NATOPS supplements and F-8 Tactics manual.
-    More detailed pilots and ejection seats.
-    Fully compatible with ‘SF2V Air & Ground War Expansion v.2.0 Gold’ or Third Wire SF2V campaigns. 
-    Additional year specific aircraft to better reflect physical and avionic changes. As well as correcting a few mistakes and omissions by Third Wire.
-    Below is the updated list of F-8 Crusader variants with the original Third Wire description where appropriate and the specific major changes made in addition to the general ones listed above:

F-8C
The F-8C (F8U-2) entered service in 1959. F-8C is powered by J57-P-16 afterburning turbojet and can reach speed of Mach 1.6.
-    Missing radar symbology added and radar performance/ parameters corrected. The radar cursor for selecting a target is a long horizontal line that moves up from the bottom of the scope and is only adjustable in range and not azimuth to select a specific radar contact.
F-8C (66)
In 1966, F-8C received ALQ-51 ECM and chaff dispensers under project "SHOEHORN", after A-4 and F-4 were upgraded. The cannon ammo capacity is reduced slightly to make room for the ECM black box.
-    Uses the TW F-8D model modified into a F-8C in order for it to have the Y-rack Fuselage weapon rails.
F-8D
The F-8D (F8U-2N) was the all-weather interceptor version, entering service in 1960. It is equipped with AN/APQ-83 radar and more powerful J57-P-20 engine.
-    Missing radar symbology added including steering circle, aiming dot, break X and missile max range.
F-8D (66)
F-8D also received ALQ-51 ECM and chaff dispensers under project "SHOEHORN" in 1966. The cannon ammo capacity is reduced slightly to make room for the ECM black box.
F-8E
The F-8E (F8U-2NE), entering service in 1962, was the final production version of the Crusader. It is equipped with better AN/APQ-94 radar, and two underwing pylons for air-to-ground ordnance.
-    Radar frame lock, range and shoot cue lights all completely changed and now function correctly. See screenshot for more information.
-    Missing radar symbology added including range rate circle, which also doubles as the steering circle, aiming dot, break X and missile max range.
-    Missile firing order and cockpit weapon station section dial corrected.
F-8E (66)
F-8E also received ALQ-51 ECM and chaff dispensers under project "SHOEHORN" in 1966. The cannon ammo capacity is reduced slightly to make room for the ECM black box.
-    Significant use of the AIM-9C as after a lot of research it turns out they were commonly carried over Vietnam in this period, notably by VF-211.
F-8E(FN)
The F-8E(FN) is the French Aeronautique Navale version of the F-8 armed with Matra R.530 missiles. Nicknamed "Le Crouze" by the French crew, it operated off Clemenceau-class carriers from 1964 to 1994 until they were upgraded to F-8P standard. F-8E(FN) introduced many of the features, such as double-hinged leading edge flaps and drooping ailerons, that were later incorporated into remanufactured F-8J for the US Navy.
-    Equipped with the nose mounted IRST system like the USN F-8D and E.
-    This is the TW F-8J model modified into a F-8E(FN) so the DLC is NOT required.
-    Radar frame lock, range and shoot cue lights all completely changed and now function correctly. See screenshot for more information.
-    Location of Matra R.530 missile rails corrected.
F-8E(FN) (70)
-    The nose mounted IRST system is removed from all French aircraft.
F-8P(FN)
-    17 F-8E(FN) are upgraded to extend their service life, included is the Sherloc RWR system.
-    This is the TW F-8J model modified into a F-8P(FN) so the DLC is NOT required.
F-8P(FN) (94)
-    F-8P(FN) are fitted with a GPS navigation system and antenna.
F-8H
Starting in 1967, F-8Ds were remanufactured as F-8H, with improved AN/APQ-149 radar, ALQ-51 ECM, and the same underwing pylons as F-8E.
-    Retains the AN/APQ-83 radar from the F-8D but uses the physically larger and higher resolution cockpit radar display from the F-8E.
-    Missing radar symbology added including steering circle, aiming dot, break X and missile max range.
-    Radar frame lock, range and shoot cue lights all completely changed and now function correctly. See attached for more information. 
-    Missile firing order and cockpit weapon station section dial corrected.
F-8H (69)
F-8H is re-engined in 1969 with more powerful J57-P-420 engine. It also has improved ALQ-100 ECM in a larger pod, and full cannon ammo capacity restored.
-    Improved AN/APQ-149 radar fitted in place of the AN/APQ-83.
-    Additional missing radar symbology added including separate larger range rate circle and separate smaller steering circle. 
-    A lot of fleet F-8H around this period have had their Nose IRST system (temporarily?) removed.
-    Retains the ALQ-51 ECM.
F-8H (74)
-    After the Vietnam war F-8H has the improved ALQ-100 ECM in a larger pod installed, and full cannon ammo capacity restored.
F-8J
F-8J is a remanufactured F-8E with improved AN/APQ-149 radar, ALQ-51 ECM, and other improvements such as double-hinged leading edge flaps and drooping ailerons. However, its performance has suffered significantly due to increases in its weight.
-    Improved AN/APQ-124 radar installed.
-    Radar frame lock, range and shoot cue lights all completely changed and now function correctly. See screenshot for more information.
-    Missing radar symbology added including separate larger range rate circle, separate smaller steering circle, aiming dot, break X and missile max range. 
-    Missile firing order and cockpit weapon station section dial corrected.
F-8J (69)
To restore lost performance due to increased weight, F-8J is re-engined in 1969 with more powerful J57-P-420 engine. It also has improved ALQ-100 ECM in a larger pod, and full cannon ammo capacity restored.
F-8J (75)
-    In 1975 the remaining fleet F-8J (along with the RF-8G) receive the ALQ-126 ECM and ALR-45/50 RHAW RWR. The nose mounted IRST system is permanently removed.
F-8J (75) [w RWR]
-    Identical to F-8J (75) above except:
-    The cockpit radar display functions as a Vector RWR and not a radar. This is because in real life the pilot could change the radar scope from displaying radar images or displaying the RWR images. The F-8J did not have a separate RWR display. There was a setting in which it would be displaying radar images but if a missile launch was detected the threat bearing line would be displayed flashing over top of the radar images. Not possible in SF2 unfortunately.

To install:
1, Unpack and drop into your main mods folder.
2, Override when prompted.

Credits:
-    ‘F-8 DATA & LOADOUT v1.0 update’ by FANATIC MODDER.
-    ‘SF2V Air & Ground War Expansion v.2.0 Gold’ by Eburger68 and team.
-    ‘F-8E(FN) Crouze & F-8P(FN) Crouze Prolongé 1.1’ by Paulopanz, Denis Oliveira & Coupi.
-    Weapons by Ravenclaw_007.
-    Template by Geary.
-    Blade.
-    Wrench.

CombatAce fair use agreement applies.

Enjoy,
Dan.

SF2 RoCAF F-86F Sabre Skin & Decal Pack         10/14/2023
-For SF2 =ONLY= (Full 4/5 Merged Reccomended)
This is a new skin for the F-86F-40 available here at CombatAce at the following url:
https://combatace.com/files/file/13788-sf2-f-86f-40-sabre-remod-pak/
This pack is 'representative' of F-86F series Sabres used by the Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan). In truth, the RoCAF had several 86F sub-variants, but eventually almost all were brought up to -40 specs.
All markings, excepting the fuselage and wing ID bands are decals. Decal randomization is TRUE. All serial/buzz numbers are 100% historically accurate for Sabres serving in the RoCAF. They do not, however, replicate any specific or particular squadron. I was unable to run them down accurately enough. You have a "basic" full squadron of 26 numbers.
 
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, before installing!!!
Happy Landings!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-19S for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2
This is a very simple mod of the stock Third Wire MiG-19S to give a fictional MiG-19S as it might have appeared in service with the Finnish Air Force at various stages in it's career between 1961 and 1981.
Fictional markings are included for;
HävLLv 11 (Fighter Squadron 11) in the 'as delivered' natural metal finish.
HävLLv 21 (Fighter Squadron 21) in the later medium sea grey scheme.
HävLLv 31 (Fighter Squadron 31) in an experimental two-tone 'aggressor' scheme.

INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the MiG-19S_Ilm folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the MiG-19S_Ilm folder into your Decals folder.
That's it! 

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
This revised version now includes Stary's excellent MiG-19 pit - thanks Stary!
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 20th, 2023
 

Hawker Harrier Mk.51 for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2
This is a very simple mod of the stock Third Wire Harrier GR.1 to give a fictional Harrier Mk.51 as it might have appeared when in service with the Fuerza Aérea del Perú. Fictional markings are included for Escuadrón Aéreo 112 and Escuadrón Aéreo 113. 
You will need to have SF2:E for the Harrier LOD's which are not included. For the record, this mod uses a little bit (more) artistic licence from me in so much that Fuerza Aérea del Perú aircraft normally only have a roundel on the port upper wing but I've applied it to both wings upper and lower.

INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the Harrier51 folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the Harrier51 folder into your Decals folder.
That's it!

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 20th, 2023

Grumman A-6A(FN) Intruder for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2
This is a very simple mod of the stock Third Wire A-6A to give a fictional A-6A(FN) as it might have appeared in service with the French Naval Air Arm (Aéronavale) in the 1960's to 1970's period with markings for 12 Flottille and 17 Flottille. 
You will need to have SF2:V for the A-6A LOD's which are not included here. 

INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the A-6A_FN folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the A-6A_FN folder into your Decals folder.
That's it! 

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 19th, 2023
 
 

Hawker Hunter FR.13 for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2 
This is a very simple mod of the stock Third Wire Hawker Hunter FGA.9 to give a fictional Hawker Hunter FR.13 fighter-reconnaissance aircraft as it might have appeared in service with the Royal Air Force during the 1960's to early 1970's period. Of course during this time the RAF did successfully operate the Hunter FR.10 in the fighter-reconnaissance role but I'm unable to replicate the nose camera (with the eyelids) and the side cameras so this FR.13 just has side cameras reproduced by using a simple 'camera port' decal. Anyway, 'what if' markings are included for;
No.2 Squadron in standard RAF Camo.
No.79 Squadron in standard RAF Camo.
No.208 Squadron in Desert Camo to reflect that squadrons long associations with the Middle East.

INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the Hunter13 folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the Hunter13 folder into your Decals folder.
That's it!

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 3 - October 19th, 2023
 

Drop this into your weapons folder to give you Mirage IIICZ owners the V3A Kukri air-to-air heat-seeking missile.

Aero  L.23 'Furball' for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2:EUROPE
This is a simple mod of the stock Third Wire Dassault Super Mystere to give a very fictional Aero L.23 (NATO codename 'Furball') with markings for the Czechoslovak Air Force, the East German Air Force and also for the Polish Air Force - all within a 1958 to 1981 timeline. The markings are pretty generic and I've used stock Third Wire serials and numbers lists.

INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the Aero_L23 folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the Aero_L23 folder into your Decals folder.
That's it!

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
Special thanks to Kukulo for the revised Su-7BM pit based on Boopidoo's Su-15 pit.
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 18th, 2023
 

Fictional mod of the stock Mirage 5F to make it look like fictional fighter planes for the spanish air force (if they did not choose the Mirage III and F1).
They shall depict possble aircraft that could have entered service in if they did not choose the Mirage III and F1.
The cockpit used (and the one the aircrafts ini links to) is Crusaders great Cockpit for the 5F; but it's not included.
So you have to get it or take another one.
The pack comes with two aircraft:
- Mirage 5FE (standard aircraft) in two camos (two-color green-grey and the EDA Lizard scheme for the service in the 80s)
- Mirage 5FE2 (upgraded aircraft) in the grey camo used from the 90s on.
The upgrades on the FE2 include:
    - Cyrano Radar
    - upgraded Engine
    - internal ECM
    - improved A/G-capabilites (use of LG-Weaponry)
    - internal Chaff/Flare-dispensers
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Drop the folders into your Objects folder. If asked to overwrite, click yes.
CREDITS
Big Thanks to Thirdwire for the games and the superb models they have.
Kindest regards
ValAstur

De Havilland F-74A Vampire for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2
This is a simple mod of the stock Vampire FB.5 to create a fictional F-74A 'Aggressor' in service with the United States Air Force in the 1950-1960 timeline.
This revised upload now includes additional bonus skins for three 'what if' NATO Vampire operators.
N.B. Requires SF2 Expansion Pack 1

INSTRUCTIONS
1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the F-74A folder into your Aircraft folder.
2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the F-74A folder into your Decals folder.
3. From the SOUNDS folder drag and drop the Goblin folder into your Sounds folder.
That's it!

CREDITS
As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim.
Thanks to Stary for the excellent Vampire Cockpit (not available for this when first released).
And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community.
Regards 
Spinners
Version 2 - October 13th, 2023
 

Echoes Across the States: KC-135E Stratotanker's First 15 Years
This skinpack is a remod of the TMF KC-135E done years ago. While utilizing the same model, it now features a greatly improved texture set, ini performance enhancements and each of the skins is researched to be as accurate as is possible with current knowledge.

        Included *
two KC-135E versions, (82) and (92)
sixty (yes 60!) skins between the two versions. most Shamu based skins also feature nose arts
Cockpit and ini edits to make player flyable
drogue "weapon", addable in the loadout screens

    Required
a legal functioning install of any SF2 version
    Installation
unzip this mod, then install new mod folder categories to your mod folder (Aircraft to aircraft etc)
allow overwrites
fire up game, take off and go pass gas
    Known Issues
-This is meant as eye candy. unfortunately, SF2 doesnt support air to air refueling so the best to be done is set up a recon mission and then park it in an orbit.
- Also, the C-130 cockpit is not too accurate. it is included mainly so that it can be player selected (i had to test it somehow). remember that there is no air to air refueling in game, so these are more eye candy than operational birds
- dont manuever aggressively. aggressive manuvering will cause a deep stall. its a huge pain to recover from as a player (firewall the throttle, set flaps to landing, yank stick back and hold). any AI wingmen wont make it trying to follow you
*Wagner CD not included
            Credits
BPAO (Olivier Anguille, RIP) -     original model
Dave-                                             head of original released original project
Dels-                                              C-130 cockpit
guruu-                                            E8engine sound for the TF33s
yakarov79-                                    drogue basket model, original skin templates
PeacePuma-                                 research assist, tga work on FACH skin
Menrva-                                         data ini edits(mainly collision boxes)
Wrench-                                         tech advice, approval master extrodinaire
daddyairplanes-                           research, ini edits, texture and tga work, new additions to templates
TK-                                                  the overall game in all its modability
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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.
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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.
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Hello and thank you for downloading my work.
https://gkabs.net
https://gulfknights.net
What's included:
Dassault Rafale C3 with Qatar texture.
improvement on the Beta in 3ds Max by me:
I fixed the cockpit to almost the correct size.
New Pilot with modern French helmet
New Rafale MK16 ejection seat
added pilot ladder and engine cover and remove before flight tags
Added miner addon to the model and fixed some model miner 3ds model imperfections
ejected and added the hitboxes
New Qatar texture and decales.
All my files should include the Strike Fighters 2 Series game file (.LOD) and the texture required. (tested and work only for SF2)
Installation:
Copy files to their proper folder
//Please add to Soundlist (If you don't have the WAV sound added) under the Flight directory
Shift+1 Open the pilot canopy and deploy the ladder
Shift+2 Deploy Damocles Intake sensor on/off
Shift+3 Remove Before Flight tags

If you need any further help, please read the Knowledge Base at:
 
https://combatace.com/forums/forum/268-thirdwire-strike-fighters-2-series-knowledge-base/

Virgin 1.0
LICENSE:
You are allowed to use this model and everything included for personal non-profit use for Strike Fighters 1 and 2. You need to contact me for permission for use outside of this scope.
gkabs@gkabs.net
Credit goes to the following:
Compufat for working on the texture, Decals, and testing the model.
Coupi for fixing hitboxes and testing
Pilots: GKABS (3D models) and Ludo.m54 (texture)
JAT (JAT81500) for making this beautiful Rafale model
ravenclaw_007 for sending me the 3ds Max file (Big thank you)
 
Original Beta credit form JAT81500 readme file: Export Rafale Mod
"3D model: Heberth/CadeteBRA, aleks, 76.IAP-Blackbird, ravenclaw_007, JAT.
Templates: ravenclaw_007, JAT.
Cockpit: Gux, Marcfighter, Heberth, ravenclaw_007, JAT.
Legs skin: Centurion-1.
pilots: Amokfloo, JAT.
Weapons: ravenclaw_007, JAT.
Seat: aleks.
Loadout tga: JAT.
Skins: ravenclaw_007, JAT.
Decals: Many modders!!!, JAT.
Hangar and loading screens: JAT.
Special advisor: peyo."

Finally not to forget the wonderful site of https://combatace.com and all the nice members and their dedicated support for this game.
Software used:
3d Max 2009
UVLayout v2 Pro
Substance Painter
Adobe Photoshop
Mixamo

If you need any assistance please get in touch with me at 
gkabs@gkabs.net
gulfknights.net

This is a mod of the Skyray from Julhelm to make it look like an fighterplane from the french naval air arm.
INSTALLATION:
Simply drop the Folders into your Strike Fighters Mods Folder.
CREDITS:
Thanks to Julhelm and all other people involved for creating this fine plane!
ORIGINAL CREDITS:
Model/Cockpit/Textures/Weapons: Julhelm
Flight Model: Column5
Hangar Painting: Julhelm
SF2 updates by NeverEnough
The model is the one released by ChampionVA56 with his tweaks.
So credit goes also to him.
Furthermore big thanks to Wrench for allowing me to use the decals (partially painted-on) from the F4U/F6F French Navy Pack.
The original readme is also included!
Enjoy flying it!
ValAstur

SF2 E\F-111A\E\F Aardvark & Raven ODS30 Squadrons
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This pack contains the stand-alone version of the E\F-111A\E\F Aardvark & Raven aircrafts from "Operation Desert Storm: 30th Anniversary". This mod contains accurate ODS livery, nose art and serial numbers from ODS. This is just a sample of what you will find in the expansive "Operation Desert Storm: 30th Anniversary" pack. If you like this mod and want (much much) more! Please check out the "Operation Desert Storm: 30th Anniversary" mod here...
https://combatace.com/files/file/17521-operation-desert-storm-30th-anniversary-edition/
!! DO NOT INSTALL THIS MOD into the "Operation Desert Storm: 30th Anniversary" pack. That pack already has these aircrafts, customized for the ODS30 theater!
* Source: 
https://dstorm.eu/pages/en/usa/f-111.html
* Included Jets: 
EF-111A Raven
F-111E Aardvark
F-111F Aardvark
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Installation:
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1) Copy the contents of the "To_Mod_Folder" folder into your mod folder and over-write if required.
2) Update your "...\Flight\SOUNDLIST.INI" with the contents of the "Add F111 SoundList.txt". Please don't forget to maintain the number sequence in the sound list.
3) Check, ensure (or update) all the squadrons in this pack is in your "SQUADRONLIST.INI" file. Once you look at that file, you will know what to do. 
* Please note that some squadrons may have multiple CO planes, this is not a mistake. Rather than just picking one CO, I am respresenting all the COs for that squardon during the period. So both COs could pop up in given scenario. I rather have them than cut them so...it's only a game...
* Tweaked and Tested by the ODS30 team!
* Mod Direction and Optimization - Menrva
* Additional Data and Weapons improvements - Yakarov79.
* Additional Sound tweaks and updates - Guuruu.
* Accurate Skins and Decals - Viper63a
* Added JosefK's "0.9 OPEN BETA FOR F-111 CCIP" Mod to F-111E & F.
Thanks and Enjoy!
=Viper63a=
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Previous versions....This mod is a ODS specific subset of these other mods...
* Updated Mod Pack: SF2 USAF E\F-111\E\F Pack by Viper63a, Dtmdragon, Lel and Fanatic Modder!
* FastCargo's Super Vark package 2.4 (SF2)
 
* Slick Cowboy's F-111_improvedskinpack 2.0 (SF2) 
 
* Dave's EF-111A Version 2.0 (SF1)
 
* LeL's F-111 TAC Pack (SF1)
 
* Spinners [Fictional] General Dynamics F-111A 'Early TAC' Version 1
 
* Hi Ho Silver - The Afterburner Mod v.1 (SF1/SF2) 
 
* Florian - "AmokFloo" - Western Style Pilot Models (SF1/SF2)

* JosefK's "0.9 OPEN BETA FOR F-111 CCIP" Mod to F-111E & F.
 
F-111D Additions! Ravenclaw for the weapon models. dtmdragon the avionics, cockpit repaint, loadout.ini, what if AIM-7G, data.ini overhaul and repackaging with the updated skins. FANATIC MODDER and LeL helped with the data/loadout.ini information and testing.
 
Thank you all for your contributions!!
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* Please see the "~Original Readme" folder for original credits and previous contributors. All credit goes to those who came before me. Without them, this pack would not be possible. 
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USAF/NATO E-3 Sentry Pack
 
This mod will put the TF33 powered E-3 Sentry in game. It includes the original model and a Block 30/35 model
with the ESM fairings on the cheeks and chin. 31 Historical serial numbers are incluled for USAF, 18 for NATO.
Skins are FAIRLY historical although accurate representation of units by tail stripe was difficult due to
lack of Photos with documentation.
 
INSTALLATION
Same as any other mod. Unzip, cut and past to mods folder. allow merge with Aircraft and Decals folders.
 
INCLUDED
E-3A with a 77, 83, ODS and 94 skin as well as NATO
E-3C Blk30/35 with a 97 and NATO skin and ESM pods added
ESM and fakepilot objects for pilots folder
 
CREDITS
TMF- the original 3D modeland original USAF skin.
Florian- NATO skins and tweeks to USAF. While I prefer decals, these are good enough I only had to do
serial numbers and nose badges. Also provided the original inspiration for the ESM pods part of the mod
yakarov79- the fake pilot ESM pods
Dave- consultation and approvals on the original project
Daddyairplanes- serial numbers, new arrangement for skins, general ini editing
TW- the base moddable game

Thank you for downloading this mod and i hope you enjoy it
 
Kevin Unruh
aka daddyairplanes
5 Oct 2015

The first type of J-7 is not manufactured by Chengdu Aircraft Manufacturing Factory, but by Shenyang Aircraft Manufacturing Factory.Approximately only 23-24 J-7 prototypes have been produced, and 12 have been donated to Albania
There is basically no difference between the J-7 prototype and the MIG21F-13 model, except that the original engine has been replaced by the WP-7 engine made in China. T's WP-7 engine is modeled after the Soviet Union's r11-300 engine (but historically, the quality and efficiency of the WP-7 have been a concern, with the first WP-7 engine having a lifespan of only 100 hours)
References:
https://www.bilibili.com/read/cv9813494/
https://www.doc88.com/p-377487159434.html?s=rel&id=3
Chinese Aircraft - China's Aviation Industry since 1951 by Yefim Gordon and Dmitriy Komissarov
https://military-history.fandom.com/wiki/Chengdu_J-7 Strike Fighters Legends