Strike Fighters 1 Series by Thirdwire

F-86K of escadron 1/13 artois.

This is the latest Hi res version of mago's cockpit. It is a fully flyable MIG-21MF with upgraded skin and flight model.
 
 
Cockpit model by Mago
Cockpit textures by Mago & Badger 343rd
Enhanced Soviet Silver Skin by Badger 343rd
Flight Model by Fubar512
Organized and uploaded by MK2

T-33 trainer of the Imperial Iranian air force.

*After download please read the read me file carefully!
 
This is a WOV Campaign.
 
This campaign allows you to fly for the VPAF 1965-1972. It includes every single VPAF squadron made flyable with historical information included for each regiment (in game). Also includes music,Pilot Photos, VPAF in game screens, new skins (so far only released in this file), all migs flyable, Mig-17 cockpit repaint, mig 19 cockpit repaint, mig-21F,PFV,PFM cockpit repaint, Mig-21MF cockpit and NEW FMs for all the MIGs, campaign files and VPAF Medals.RWR sounds for the MIGs.
 
A seperate install is required.
 
This campaign was tested using NORMAL settings for campaign difficulty.
 
Contributors:
 
MK2: Project lead, research, Campaign design,Pilot Photos, Music, MiG cockpit repaints.
 
Kout: Main screen and all in game screen designs.
 
Fubar 512: MIG RWR sounds and Mig FMs
 
Wrench: Hangar screens
 
Pasko: Pilot for MIg-17s
 
Deacon272: Mig-19 Cockpit repaint.
 
Charles Gunst: North Vietnamese medals
 
Mago: MIg 21MF cockpit
 
Badger 343rd:MIg 21MF cockpit hi res files
 
Ghostrider883: Mig-19S skins 925th , Mig-21PFM skins 927th
 
Phamtuan: #3020 MIG-17F skin.
 
HeadHunter Suggestions on introducing VPAF flight names

===============/ Indian Air Force "Rakshak" ( MiG-23MF mod. ) Flogger-B v1.0 Readme /========================
 
 
A. installation :
 
1. Place the Rakshak folder in your Strike Fighters/Objects/Aircraft, or your
Wings Over Vietnam/Objects/Aircraft folder.
2. Place the four .wav files inside the "Add To Sounds Folder" in your
Strike Fighters/Sounds, or your Wings Over Vietnam/Sounds folder.
3. Your copy of Strike Fighters should be pached to SP3.1 standard.
Your Wings Over Vietnam should be patched to Patch 2 standard.
4. You should have the most current version of the Weapons Pack installed.
( Weapons Packs availible at http://www.combatace.com/
 
B. Notes:
 
1. The Rakshak is intended for Indo-Pakistan Campaigns & Missions. The Rakshak
is the MiG-23MF built under licence in India by HAL. Unlike Soviet/WP -23MFs
the Rakshak recieved minor improvements to include the ability to carry up to
eight HAL AA-8 Aphid missiles. While we have photos of static display Rakshaks
with these AA-8s installed. The normal warload for the Rakshak thoughout most
of it's career appears to have been both SAHM & IRM versions of the HAL AA-7,
& the loadout.ini reflects this. The data.ini also gives you the option to
carry a full 8x HAL AA-8s as well.
 
2. Rakshaks entered serviced with the Indian Air Force in 1982. They served in general
service until 2003 before being withdrawn & replaced by both MiG-29s & Su-30s. How-
ever, limited numbers of the Rakshak remain in service with the TACDE Training Command
Of the Indian Air Force.
 
C. Dredits :
 
1. Special thanks to Ghostrider883 for research help & skins for both versions of the Rakshak.
2. Thanks to the Wrench for his excellent Hangarscreens.
3. Thanks to Fubar512 for his MiGEngine & Soviet RWR sounds mod.
4. Thanks to Rafael, Column5 & the original Team Flogger for allowing to mod the Rakshak in the first place.
5. And special thanks to Bpao for graciously allowing me to use his revision of Rafael's original Flogger
Model.
 
These guys did all the hard work & deserve the Lion's Share of the Credit. Original version readmes included so
everybody gets the proper credit that they deserve...
 
Enjoy!
 
Bob "howling1" Hauser
 
*** Note to Manetsim of Check-Six : JPEG included ***

PAF F-86F-35-NA Readme v0.5
===========================
 
A. installation ;
1. Simply drop the "PAF F-86F35" into either your Strike Fighters or your Wings Over Vietnam
Objects/Aircraft folder.
2. You should already be patched to SFP1 SP3.1, or WOV Patch 2 standard.
3. You should also have the latest Weapons Pack installed ( availible at http://www.combatace.com/ ).
 
B. Notes :
1. The PAF F-86F-35s were surplus USAF fighters designed to employ the Mk.12A Nuclear bomb using the
LABS method. When the F-35s were sold to both Pakistan & Portugal, the LABS timers were removed. PAF
F-86F-35s however retained the sight ( similar to the also LABS equipped A-4s ). Indeed PAF Sabre
pilots refered to the gunsights as "A-4 sights".
2. While the F-86F-35 was able to carry 8 HVAR underwing rockets in US service, the PAF apparently pre-
fered to use rocket pods instead. Later PAF Canadair Sabre 6s also carried rocket pods in lieu of HVARs.
 
C. Credits :
 
1. Hangarscreen by "The Wrench".
2. Paki Skin by USAFMTL ( Note this was the first ever Pakistan skin for Strike Fighters ).
Originally done for the F-86F-40.
3. M.M. Alam skin by Ajunaidr. M.M. Alam was the ranking Pakistani Ace of the 1965 Indo-Pak War.
4. PAF 17 Sqdn skin by Ghostrider883, based on a drawing by Bill Gunston. Note that 17 Sqdn operated both
F-86F-35 and the Canadair Sabre 6 during their "Sabre Years".
5. And most importantly, special thanks to the mighty "Zur" for allowing me to tinker with his F-86F model.
 
As usual, these guys did all the hard work, any mistakes are mine.
 
Enjoy!
 
Bob "howling1" Hauser
 
***Note To Manetsim Of Check-Six : Screenshot JPEG included ***

F-104 Starfighter, of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
This skin is based on a profile by Chris Banyai-Riepl.
 
Unzip to the Strike Fighters>Object>Aircraft>F-104g folder, and it will be put into its own directory: Canadian104
 
open up the F-104G ini in the F-104g main folder, and add this to the end
 
[TextureSetXXX]
Directory=Canadian104
Name=F104J Canadian
Nation=Canada
Squadron=
Specular=0.30
Glossiness=0.85
Reflection=0.00
 
 
replace the XXX with the number after the previous entry, ie.
 
[TextureSet004]
Directory=White Wing F104J
Name=F104J White Wing
Nation=Japan
Squadron=207 Hikotai
Specular=0.30
Glossiness=0.85
Reflection=0.00
 
[TextureSet005]
Directory=Canadian104
Name=F104J Canadian
Nation=Canada
Squadron=
Specular=0.30
Glossiness=0.85
Reflection=0.00
 
 
enjoy!
 
Greg 'geg' Thomas, November 2003. etendard@gmail.com
 
UPDATE MARCH 11 2004.
 
Updated the skin to use Decals by Klatuu and added "Armed Forces" around the insignia on the nose.
 
Klatuu's version (of the same plane) is also excellent! :)
 
Cheers.

This is the MiG-23 Flogger tank from Pasko and Starfighter2. I didnt do anything but upload it so dont give me any credit for it. Enjoy this and go fly.
 
 
 
Jarhead1

8 pack of Peoples Liberation Army Air Force aircraft loading screens.
 
By Greg 'geg' Thomas
June 2005

Parani Mig in 70's era camo.

Messerschmitt BF109E-3 For strike fighters .....1 in a line of 3 models...E4 and 7 to follow.
This a\c is an all time fave of mine and her lines are still nice to see....I hope its enjoyed as much as i enjoyed making this model...
cheers
Russo

Mod of original 3rd Wire O-1 to earlier 1950s era L-19 Birddog. Includes all inis, and an OD Green skin. Imported/modified cockpit from P-39.

This paint scheme depicts the first HAL built MiG-21M(IAF Type 96) delivered to the IAF . This skin is for howling1's Type 96 MiG-21

BURNING SANDS: The Menu!
© 2005, Kout
 
A mainscreen replacement inspired on the stock Burning Sands campaign.
 
 
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
 
>> Copy the included .BMP and .INI files to the \MENU subdirectory in your Strike Fighters directory.
 
Note: Installing this menu will overwrite previously installed mainscreen.bmp and mainscreen.ini files in the \MENU directory.

This paint scheme depicts a 37 sqdn MiG-21MF(IAF Type 96B) . This skin is for howling1's Type 96B MiG-21.
**the size of this file is very small , you have to copy texture files from the 7sq folder, as 7 sqdn and 37 sqdn flew with the same paint scheme. included in this file are 37 sq logo and 10 serial numbers.**

This Helo depicts a U.S. Navy TH-1L of HT-18 Vigilant Eagles stationed at NAS Pensacola used as advanced trainers. Special thanks to Pasko, Capun, and Kesselbut for creating this model. Hope you guys enjoy.

Original Credits
 
3D Model: Monty_CZ, wpnssgt
Skins: JSF_Aggie, Paul Nortness, Sundowner, USAFMTL
Flight Model: column5
Drop tanks edits by Fubar512
 
Version 1.1 Credits
A-6E TRAM Intruder
 
CREDITS
 
3D Model: Monty_CZ, wpnssgt
Skins: Sundowner
Flight Model: column5
Drop tanks edits by Fubar512
Ini Work by JSF Aggie
 
 
INSTALLATION
 
Copy the A-6E_TRAM folder to your Strike Fighters AIRCRAFT folder. Copy the two fueltank .bmp's to your weapons folder. This assumes you have the weapons pack installed.
 
HISTORY (From wikipedia.org)
 
 
Development
 
The Intruder was developed in response to a U.S. Navy specification for an all-weather carrier-based attack aircraft to serve as a replacement for the piston-powered, WWII-era A-1 Skyraider. Grumman was awarded the contract in 1957, and the resulting A2F-1 made its first flight on 19 April 1960. It was redesignated A-6A in the fall of 1962, and entered squadron service in February 1963.
 
The A-6 became the USN and USMC's principal medium attack aircraft from the mid-1960s through the 1990s. It served in combat in Vietnam and in later engagements in Lebanon and Libya. The Intruder saw further duty in the 1991 Gulf War, but it was phased out of service quickly in the mid-1990s. It was intended for replacement by the A-12 Avenger II, but following that troubled stealth aircraft's cancellation, the Intruder was left to soldier on for a few more years before retiring in favor of the F/A-18 Hornet.
 
The last Intruders were retired 19 December 1996. Some aircraft were used to form artificial reefs, but the majority are stored at AMARC against possible future need.
 
Although the Intruder could not match the F/A-18's speed or air-combat capability, the A-6's range and load-carrying ability are sorely missed.
 
 
Variants
 
A-6A
The initial version of the Intruder was built around the complex and advanced DIANE (Digital Integrated Attack/Navigation Equipment), intended to provide a high degree of bombing accuracy even at night and in poor weather. DIANE consisted of multiple radar systems: the Norden AN/APQ-92 search radar and a separate AN/APQ-112 for tracking, AN/APN-141 radar altimeter, and AN/APN-153 Doppler to provide position updates to the AN/ASN-31 inertial navigation system. An air-data computer and ballistics computer integrated the radar information for the bombardier/navigator (BN) in the right-hand seat. TACAN and ADF were also provided for navigational use. When it worked, DIANE was perhaps the most capable nav/attack system of its era, giving the Intruder the ability to fly and fight in even very poor conditions (particularly important over Vietnam and Thailand during the Vietnam War). It suffered numerous teething problems, though, and it was several years before its reliability was established.
 
Total A-6A production was 488, including six pre-production prototypes. Many of the surviving aircraft were converted to other variants.
 
A-6B
To provide Navy squadrons with a SEAD aircraft to attack enemy air defense and SAM systems--a mission dubbed "Iron Hand" in Navy parlance--19 A-6As were converted to A-6B standard from 1967 to 1970. The A-6B had many of its standard attack systems removed in favor of special equipment to detect and track enemy radar sights and to guide AGM-45 Shrike and AGM-78 Standard anti-radiation missiles. Five were lost in combat, and the rest were later converted to A-6E standard in the late 1970s.
 
A-6C
12 A-6As were converted in 1970 to A-6C standard for night attack missions against the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Vietnam. They were fitted with a TRIM (Trails/Roads Interdiction Multi-sensor) pod in the fuselage for FLIR and low-light TV cameras, as well as a "Black Crow" engine ignition detection system. One of these aircraft was lost in combat, the others were later converted to A-6E standard after the war.
 
KA-6D
In the early 1970s some 78 A-6As and 12 A-6Es were converted for use as tanker aircraft, providing aerial refueling support to other strike aircraft. The DIANE system was removed and an internal refueling system was added, sometimes supplemented by a D-704 refueling pod on the centerline pylon. The KA-6D theoretically could be used in the day/visual bombing role, but it apparently never was, with the standard load-out being four fuel tanks. A few KA-6Ds went to sea with each Intruder squadron, and the retirement of the aircraft left a gap in USN and USMC refueling tanker capability that was only later remedied by the new F/A-18E Super Hornet, which can act as a tanker.
 
A-6E
The definitive attack version of the Intruder, introduced in 1970, with its first deployment 9 December 1971, with vastly upgraded nav/attack systems. The original search and track radars of the A-6A were replaced by a single AN/APQ-148 multi-mode radar, and the onboard computers with a more sophisticated (and generally more reliable) solid-state electronic system. A new AN/ASN-92 inertial navigation system was added, along with the CAINS (Carrier Aircraft Intertial Navigation System), for greater navigation accuracy. Beginning in 1979 all A-6Es were fitted with the AN/AAS-33 TRAM (Target Recognition and Attack, Multi-Sensor system, a small, gyroscopically stabilized turret under the nose containing FLIR boresighted with a laser spot-tracker/designator. TRAM was matched with a new AN/APQ-156 radar. The BN could use both TRAM imagery and radar data for extremely accurate attacks, or use the TRAM sensors alone to attack without using the Intruder's radar (which might warn the target). TRAM also allowed the Intruder to autonomously designate and drop laser-guided bombs.
 
In the early 1990s some surviving A-6Es were upgraded under SWIP (Systems/Weapons Improvement Program) to enable them to use the latest precision-guided munitions, including AGM-65 Maverick, AGM-84 Harpoon, AGM-84E SLAM, and the AGM-88 HARM anti-radiation missile. SWIP aircraft also received a GPS receiver and new INS and TACAN systems. After a series of wing-fatigue problems, about 85% of the fleet was fitted with new graphite/epoxy/titanium/aluminum composite wings.
 
A-6E models totaled 445 aircraft, about 240 of which were converted from earlier A-6A/B/C models.
 
 
A-6F and A-6G
 
An advanced A-6F Intruder II was proposed in the mid-1980s that would have replaced the Intruder's elderly Pratt & Whitney J52 turbojets with non-afterburning versions of the General Electric F404 turbofan used in the F/A-18 Hornet, providing substantial improvements in both power and fuel economy. The A-6F would have had totally new avionics, including a Norden AN/APQ-173 synthetic aperture radar and multi-function cockpit displays--the APQ-173 would have given the Intruder air-to-air capacity with provision for the AIM-120 AMRAAM. Two additional wing pylons were added, for a total of seven stations.
 
Although five development aircraft were built, the Navy ultimately chose not to authorize the A-6F, preferring concentrate on the A-12 Avenger II. This left the service in a quandry when the A-12 was cancelled in 1991.
 
Grumman proposed a cheaper alternative in the A-6G, which had most of the A-6F's advanced electronics, but retained the existing engines. This, too, was cancelled.
 
 
Electronic Warfare Versions
 
An electronic warfare/ECM version of the Intruder was developed early in the aircraft's life for the USMC, which needed a new ECM platform to replace its elderly F3D-2Q Skyknights. An EW version of the Intruder, initially designated A2F-1Q and subsequently redesignated EA-6A, first flew on 26 April 1963. It had a Bunker-Ramo AN/ALQ-86 ECM suite, with most electronics contained on the walnut-shaped pod atop the vertical fin. They were theoretically capable of firing the AGM-45 Shrike anti-radiation missile, although they were apparently not used in that role.
 
Only 28 EA-6As were built (two prototypes, 15 new-build, and 11 conversions from A-6As), serving with Marine Corps squadrons in Vietnam. It was phased out of front-line service in the mid-1970s, remaining in use in reserve units with the USMC and then the US Navy primarily for training purposes. The last had been retired completely by 1993.
 
A much more highly specialized derivative of the Intruder was the EA-6B Prowler, a 'stretched' airframe with two additional systems operators, and more comprehensive systems for the electronic warfare and SEAD roles. 170 were produced. The Prowler remains in service (see separate entry for more information).
 
 
Combat Experience
 
A-6 Intruders first saw action during the Vietnam War, where the craft were used extensively against targets in Vietnam. The aircraft's long range and heavy payload coupled with its ability to fly in all weather made it invaluable during the war. However, its effectiveness in flying low and delivering its payload made it especially vulnerable to anti-aircraft fire and in the eight years the Intruder was used, the U.S. Navy and Marines lost 68 of the aircraft in combat.
 
Intruders saw action in strikes against the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon in 1983. One Intruder and one A-7 Corsair were lost during the Lebr. The BN could use both TRAM imagery and radar data for extremely accurate attacks, or use the TRAM sensors alone to attack without using the Intruder's radar (which might warn the target). TRAM also allowed the Intruder to autonomously designate and drop laser-guided bombs.
 
Intruders also saw action operating from the aircraft carriers America CV-66 and Coral Sea CV-41 during Operation "El Dorado Canyon"in April of 1986. The squadrons involved were VA-34 "Blue Blasters" from CV-66 USS America and VA-55 "Warhorses" from the CV-41 USS Coral Sea.
 
In the early 1990s some surviving A-6Es were upgraded under SWIP (Systems/Weapons Improvement Program) to enable them to use the latest precision-guided munitions, including AGM-65 Maverick, AGM-84 Harpoon, AGM-84E SLAM, and the AGM-88 HARM anti-radiation missile. SWIP aircraft also received a GPS receiver and new INS and TACAN systems. After a series of wing-fatigue problems, about 85% of the fleet was fitted with new graphite/epoxy/titanium/aluminum composite wings.
 
A-6E models totaled 445 aircraft, about 240 of which were converted from earlier A-6A/B/C models.

TPS scheme templates for the Mirage Factory A-7E.

This skin depicts a F-6 of Pakistan AF 19 Sqdn "Warhawks" based at Mianwali Air Base.The skin is for Crab_02's F-6.

This scheme was painted on an F-6 in colours to symbolise the China-Pakistan friendship, during the F-6's retirement ceremony from PAF service at Samungli AB .
The ceremony actually served three purposes; to mark the retirement of the F-6, to welcome the F-7PG into service, and to celebrate the Sino-Pak friendship. The PAF began to rely on China for new technologies after the 1965 India-Pakistan War, when the US suspended its military aid to both countries. India turned to Russia for its arms support, while the F-6 became the first tangible evidence of Pakistan's relationship with China.

This is a 2 skin pack for Strike Fighters Project 1. They can also be used for Wings over Vietnam.
They are for the MiG-21F, J-7II, and F-7A or B models, or any that are based on that.
 
They are both fictional.
 
1 Artic/Winter type and 1 Special Tiger type. Reow.
 
These are some of my first skins for Strike Fighters/WoV.

This is a 5 skin pack for Strike Fighters Project 1. They can also be used for Wings over Vietnam.
They are for the MiG-21F, J-7II, and F-7A or B models, or any that are based on that.
 
They are all fictional desert skins which can be used for any nation.
 
They are various styles and colours, from earth to sand and dust.
 
These are some of my first skins for Strike Fighters/WoV.

This is the "Blue Guards" skin for the Strike Fighters MiG-19S. While this skin draws on some historical facets, it is basically a fictitious paint job for the MiG. I just wanted a nice skin, that looked authentic for the MiG-19 as there are few for this plane.

AD-4 Skyraider, Korean War Era, Ver. 2



for SF/SFG/WoV/WoE/WoI and possibly SF2 & SF2:V


 

Updated to Version 2, Uploaded 5/20/09


 
Modifications and reskins for MontyCZ's A-1H to create the eariler AD-4 Skyraider, as used during the Korean War.
 
This version is designed to TOTALLY replace the one I released in 2005; a LOT has been updated. It is also designed for use in a Korean War Era install -- although it's quite workable in any era up to 1956, when the US Navy changed the color scheme.
It is also redesigned for use in the post-08 patch environment of the above mentioned games. Instructions for back-dating to 06 levels are in the "Notes" section below.
 
There are 2 brand new skins, still representing VF-194 and VMA-121, during the Korean War, but based off new templates, with some enhancements from Royohboy's AdA Skyraiders, all new decals for modex and semi-historical BuNums. I say 'semi', as these ARE in fact, REAL BuNums as assigned by BuAer to AD-3/4s, but I was unable to ascertain exactly which were assigned to each squadron's aircraft. So, consider them as rather generic AD-3/4 BuNums, but accurate nonetheless.
NOTE: these skins are also designed to REPLACE any earlier versions!!!
 
The VF-194 skin is a redo of that from the original release, with all new decals. The VMA-121 skin bmps are new, and also gets all new decals. I believe the original skin/decal set was done by Volksjager.
For those that might be wondering, yes, there are 2 more skins in the works....
 
This is a full, complete add on aircraft mod, with all the goodies necessary. Along with the new skins and decals, there's a heavily modified/repainted/tweekificateded A-4E cockpit. (more below in "Notes" on an alternate for those that wish a more beautiful, functional and fantastic cockpit). My old 'artwork' style Korean AD Hangar Screen is included; all the artwork was done by the legendary R.G. Smith, who worked for Douglas, and was more or less the Official Company Artist.
 
Small data ini edits add a landing light, a few more running lights. Edits to the landing gear make this aircraft fully functional in the post-08 patch world. It should also function pretty well in SF2/SF2:V. This has not been tested by me however, as I don't have either of them yet. It's fully carrier rated, so mission and campaign builders can do their thing. Once we get the new Korea map....
 
Designed for use with any weapons pak, the 2 necessary addons, the AN/APS-4 radar pod and 300 gallon tank are included. What is NOT included, are the HVARs, 250, 500 and 1000 lb WW2 era bombs. You WILL need to have these available via one of the weapons paks. However, a "new" weapons has been added - the 260 lb AN-M81 Fragmentation Bomb as used by the Navy. Expeciallly usefull for those pesky CAS, Armed Recon and SEAD mission (and historically used by Panthers in the flak suppression roles)
 
As always, unzip this to a temp folder somwhere, and you'll have access to the rest of the readme for it's instructions.
 
Good Hunting!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Skin for the Canberra B.2 model by Ahmed Junaid Raza (ajunaidr).
 
Skin plates based on his originals.
 
Canberra B.2 of No.5 Squadron, Republic of Rhodesia Air Force, 1970's.
 
This aircraft wears the markings of the Rhodesian Air Force after the Unilateral Declaration of Independance from Britain in 1965.