Cold War Aircraft Skins

F-4D Skin Package by Dave
 
Templates and base skins by Sundowner.
 
Units Represented are the 49th and 388th TFW's during the 1970's.
 
Squadron's represented
 
49th TFW
 
7, 8, 9th TFS's
388th TFW
 
4, 34, 421 TFS's
 
 
To install:
 
Drop the "Objects" folder into any SF2 install:
 
C:\Users\yourname\Saved Games\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2
 
Let it overwrite the aircraft and decals folder names. The go fly.
 
Enjoy
Dave aka USAFMTL

906th TFG/89th TFS Skin pack for F-4D_78. It covers all schemes used (SEA, Euro and Hill Grey) and uses the actual tail codes the unit flew with.
 
This skin represents the 906th TFG/89th TFS, USAF Reserve F-4D's from Wright Patterson AFB, Dayton Ohio circa 1982-1989.
 
The 89th traces its lineage to that of a troop carrier squadron during World War II, flying the Douglas C-47 Skytrain from 1943 – 1945. The 89th earned a Distinguished Unit citation for their efforts in the air assault during the D-Day invasion of France on the 6th of June 1944. The 89th flew throughout the European campaign including the Battle of the Buldge. The squadron was stationed at Baer Field, IN, Sedalia AAFLD, MO, Laurin –Maxton AAB, NC, and various fields throughout the European Theater. The 89th also flew various types of gliders during the same period including the CG-4, CG-13 and the British made Horsa 1-A. Missions included airlift, airdrop, air evacuation and glider towing.
 
After the conclusion of WWII, the 89th was deactivated. In 1949 the 89th was activated in the Air Force Reserve as a Troop Carrier Squadron (medium). The unit flew the C-45 Expediter which was a military version of the Beechcraft Model 18 commercial transport. The squadron was stationed at Offutt AFB, NE, during the period.
 
The 89th also flew the C-46 Commando along with the C-45. The C-46 was a variant of the Curtis CW-20 commercial transport. The Commando carried more cargo than the famous C-47 and offered better performance at higher altitudes, but required more maintenance and had a higher loss rate. The C-46 was also flown by the 89th at Offutt AFB, NE.
 
The C-47 was flown again by the 89th during the same period as the C-45 and C-46 at Offutt AFB, NE. Missions included air, land, airdrop, and air evacuation. The 89th was ordered to active service during the Korean Conflict for a brief period in 1951.
 
In 1952, the 89th became a fighter-Bomber Squadron moving to Mitchell Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The unit began flying the F-51. The F-51 Mustang was best remembered by its former designation as the P-51. The F-51 was powered by a Packard built Merlin V-1650 piston engine producing 1600 hp.
 
In 1954 the 89th converted to the Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star. The T-33 was the first jet aircraft the 89th flew. Developed from the single seat P-80 fighter by lengthening the fuselage three feet to allow for a second cockpit. The squadron flew the T-33 at the same time as the F-51 and the F-80 at Mitchell Field, WI.
 
In 1955 the 89th transitioned to the fighter version of the T-33, the F-80. The F-80 was flown in conjunction with the T-33 at Mitchell Field, WI.
 
In 1982 the 89th Fighter Squadron reactivated flying the F-4D Phantom II. The 89th flew the –D model, which had an upgraded radar, inertial navigation and other improvements. Missions for the 89th included air-to-air, air to ground, formation and air refueling. The F-4 was affectionately known as the Rhino and was incorporated into the squadron insignia.
 
In 1989 the 89th converted to the F-16 Fighting Falcon. The F-16 was the most numerous front line fighters from the mid- 1980’s to the 1990’s. The 89th flew the –A and –B model block 10 series airplanes. The –B model was a two seat version of the –A. The 89th F-16A/B’s were powered by Pratt and Whitney F-100-PW-200 turbofan engine producing 25,000 lbs. of thrust with afterburner.
 
In 1994, the 89th Fighter Squadron was deactivated. The unit was immediately reactivated as the 89th Airlift Squadron and became half of the newly reactivated 445th Airlift Wing. The squadron took on the new mission of strategic long-range cargo transport starting with the C-141C in 1998. In 2005/2006 it converted to the C-5A Galaxy and in 2011 received its first C-17A Globemaster III aircraft. The mission of the 89th Airlift Squadron is to deliver personnel and cargo, on time, anywhere in the world.
 
To install just move the folders to your:
 
C:\Users\username\Saved Games\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2\Objects
 
Thanks to Sundowner for the skin. Thanks to DA for all the help getting these skins right.
 
Enjoy
 
Dave "USAFMTL"

****457th TFS/301st TFW 'Spads' Skin Pack****
 
You have downloaded a little repainting job for two aircraft, including the first skin I ever did. These are meant and intended for the stock ThirdWire models of the F-105D_66 and F-4D_78.
 
These are skins for the 457th TFS/301st TFW, based out of Carswell AFB, right across the lake from my childhood home. I saw both of these aircraft fly over my home more often than I care to count. They are an Air Force Reserve unit. From Vietnam to 1981, they used the F-105D and then made the transition to the F-4, using the D-model first. Later, they would use the E-model Phantom, but only for a few years before finally converting over to the F-16C. Today, they operate the F-16C Block 30 and have seen service in Iraq and Afghanistan.
 
Read the README for installation instructions.

USAFE Skin Pack 1 for SF2 by Sundowner
 
Small tweaks by Dave
 
To install just move the folders to your:
 
C:\Users\username\Saved Games\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2\Objects
 
Units reprsetned:
32 TFS F-4E_78
526th TFS in SEA Wrap around camo and Euro 1 F-4E_78
81 TFS RAF Woodbridge F-4D_75
23rd and 480th TFS Spangdahlem AB F-4D_75
23rd TFS Euro 1 F-4E_78
53 TFS Bitburg AB F-4D_75
 
Ant, you've done it again!
 
 
Enjoy
 
Dave "USAFMTL"

3rd TFW Skin pack for The Mirage Factory F-4E ARN-101 and The Mirage Factory F-4G_89
 
You can get the aircraft here:
 
http://combatace.com/files/file/9268-mirage-factory-f-4e-phantom-arn-101-for-sf2-series/
 
To install just move the folders to your:
 
C:\Users\username\Saved Games\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2\Objects
 
Thanks to Sundowner for the skin so I could convert it to use on the ARN-101 and F-4G.
 
Package is 363mb unzipped!
 
Enjoy
 
Dave "USAFMTL"

52 TFW Skin pack for The Mirage Factory F-4E ARN-101
 
You can get the aircraft here:
 
http://combatace.com...for-sf2-series/
 
To install just move the folders to your:
 
C:\Users\username\Saved Games\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2\Objects
 
Thanks to Sundowner for the skin so I could convert it to use on the ARN-101.
 
Enjoy
 
Dave "USAFMTL"

Replacement texture for "Warbirds" F-4E_86:
 
After I'd uploaded it, Dave noticed the very tip of the nose and the pitot tube were painted incorrectly.
 
This replacement f-4e_5.bmp will fix that, adding the black at the very tip.
 
Instructions for use (as no readme is included) A screenshot can be seen in this thread:
 
http://combatace.com/topic/62412-phantom-tail-markings/page__view__findpost__p__474058
 
Unzip to a tempfolder or dessktop or where that's easy to find.
 
Then, simply copy/paste the f-4e_5.bmp into EACH of the 3 skin folders (377,378,379) Allow for the overwrite.
 
that'll fix ya' right up!
 
sorry for the slight incovience! And thanks to Dave's much-sharper-than-mine eyes.
 
Enjoy!
wrench
kevin stein

F-4E (86) Phantom II Skin Set - 45th TFW "The Warbirds"


 

-- For SF2 (any/all) --


 
This skin/decal set is designed for use =ONLY= on the TMF F-4E ARN-101, as this
is the proper airframe for the time period depicted. You can find/download the
aircraft at the following URL:
 
http://combatace.com/files/file/9268-mirage-factory-f-4e-phantom-arn-101-for-sf2
 
-series/
 
You MUST install this aircraft first, before applying this skinpak.
 
This is a fictional skin, representing the 45th TFW's 3 squadrons, as seen in the
Richard Herman novel "The Warbirds". The novel tells the story of a fictional
Persian Gulf war, wherein the 45th are (basically) the only US Air Power ™ in
the region. I won't go into the storyline, but since it all revolves around a
Phantom unit (the book says it's the last USAF Phantom unit, btw), and EVERYONE
love Phantoms ... it's a no brainer, eh?
 
The 3 Squadrons of the Wing are represented. They are:
 
377th TFS
378th TFS
379th TFS
 
They carry the tail badges as when assigned to RAF Stonewood. After much
discussion with the Resident Experts ™, it was decieded that the 45th's
deployment to Ras Assanya was just that -a deployment-, and they would still
carry the codes from their parent unit or base. Each squdron also has it's own
tailfin color flash.
 
A slightly modified Loadout ini is included, with some weapons changes (back to
Iron Bombs ™ ). In reality, these late-model aircraft were used more on PGM
delivery (ie: laser guided bombs) than 'dumb-bombs'. The Dumb Bombs fit more with
the descriptions in the book.
 
As always, READ the enclosed readme for full, detailed instructions. This package
has been broken down into the various folders that SF2 needs, to make it a LOT
easier to install (read: drag and drop).
Don't forget to read the "Notes & Other Nonsense" for various and sundry
ramblings of a madman, and Full Credits.
 
Good Hunting!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Royal New Zealand Airforce Vampire Skins for No. 75 Squadron
 
For use with the stock Vampire52
 
You will need to make the Vampire52 flyable by downloading and installing the following cockpit: http://combatace.com/files/file/11098-vampire-cockpit-single-engine-egyptian-modified-combat-veteran/
 
Instillation: Place files in appropriate location
 
There is a folder titles 'extra skins' these are markings for RNZAF Vampires that I could find no period photos of but found plenty of scale models in that peticular scheme.
 
 

Royal New Zealand Airforce DH Venom Skin
 
For use with the SF2 DH Venom by Paulopanz found here http://combatace.com...11004-dh-venom/
 
Instillation: Place files in apropriate location and allow to override (adds correct RNZAF years to Userlist.ini)
 
History: Venoms were lent to the Royal New Zealand Air Force by the RAF to supplement the RNZAF’s Vampires and were used in the Malayan Emergency where they operated by No. 14 Squadron.
 
UPDATED 31/01/11 RAF letters added to wing tip tanks after Pasko helped me out with the mesh names. However there is a small bit of bleed through on the bottom of the tanks from the decal. Because of this there are two folders in the download: One with the wing tip decals which is historically accurate. And one without the decals if you can’t live with the bleed through lol. You choose.
 
 

Skyblazers skin for F-100C
 
How to install unpack and drop it in your F-100C folder and go fly.
 
This like any of creations is free to use at will. As long it isen't being used in payware stuf.
 
I would like to thanks Sundowner for the bits and pieces I used from his excellent F-100D temp he did for the 1st gen series to create the templates in the first place.
 
 
Happy hunting
Henrik

This a skin for 32nd FIS when they flew F-100C 1959-60 just before they converted to F-102A
 
How to install unpack and drop it all in your Objects folder and go fly.
 
This like any of creations is free to use at will. As long it isen't being used in payware stuf.
 
I would like to thanks Sundowner for the bits and pieces I used from his excellent F-100D temp he did for the 1st gen series to create the templates in the first place.
 
 
Happy hunting
Henrik

USAF RF-101A
When Enrico made this fantastic plane, there was only with a Rocaf skin in the pack.
So I made these 363rd TRW & 18th TRS, 363rd TRW skins for USAF recon mission (maybe over Cuba!).
The serials, as usual, are historical.
I hope You like them.
 
As a bonus I included a new RF-101 loadout.tga, true SF-2 Style.
Instal instructions - if needed - in readme.
 
A little service note is in the pack, too.
 
This a very great plane/model, for me one of the best ever.
Enjoy it.
 

 
paulopanz

Skins for 48th Tactical Fighter Wing in the SF2x series. IT does require a tittle including a F-100D
 
Included is skins for
 
492nd TFS
493rd TFS
494th TFS
 
Will suit perfectly in the 1956 Red Tide campaign in the Exp 2 pack ;)
 
How to install!
Simply unpack and drop the F-100D folder into your aircraft folder and go Fly.
 
This like any of my creations is free to use at will. AS long it isn't payware stuff.
 
Thanks to Sundowner for the bits and pieces I used to create the templates in the first place.
 
Happy Hunting
Henrik

High Res templates for the F-100D 2.gen
 
Include bits and pieces from Sundowners excellent templates he did for the 1.Gen series. Rest done by me.
 
Like any of my creations they are free to use at will. Just give Sundowner and me some credit. But not allowed to be used as base for any payware stuff.
 
Enjoy
Henrik

452th Day Fighter Squadron skin for the F-100C
 
Unpack and drop in your F-100C folder and go flying.
 
This like any of my creations is free to use at will. But never ever in any payware form.
 
Enjoy
Henrik

This is perhaps the most colorful paint job ever done on an F-100C.
 
Installation unpack and drop into your F-100C folder and go fly.
 
Enjoy
Henrik

High Res Templates for the F-100C
 
Include some bits and pieces from Sundowners excellent F-100D templates. Rest is done by me. Feel free to use it as you wish to. Just give Ant and me some credit. These may not be used as a base for any payware stuff.
 
Enjoy
Henrik

VMF-451 For SF2 Vietnam's STOCK F-8C.

F-4E_78 57th FIS Skin by Dave
 
Templates and base skins by Sundowner.
 
For use with default F-4E_78 for SF2.
 
To install:
 
Drop the "Objects" folder into any SF2 install:
 
C:\Users\yourname\Saved Games\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2
 
Let it overwrite the aircraft and decals folder names. The go fly.
 
Enjoy
Dave aka USAFMTL

USMC Low Vis Grey skin for my SF2 A-4M
 
http://combatace.com/files/file/11522-a-4m-skyhawk-for-strike-fighters-2/
 
Simply drop files in correct locations.
 
Credit to Third Wire and Mirage factory for thier grey A-4 Echo skin I used as a base

F-4S Skin Package by Dave
 
Templates and base skins by Sundowner.
 
For use with The Mirage Factory F-4S for SF2.
 
To install:
 
Drop the "Objects" folder into any SF2 install:
 
C:\Users\yourname\Saved Games\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2
 
Let it overwrite the aircraft and decals folder names. The go fly.
 
Enjoy
Dave aka USAFMTL

EF-4C 'Phantom' WW IV 81st TFS Skin Pak


 
 

-- For FULL-4 Merged SF2 (Prefered) and/or SF2:V/SF2:E =ONLY!!!=


 
(it can acutally be used in any SF2 install that has the access to the F-4C_67)
 
This is to fill a request presented to me by daddyairplanes, to add a new skin for the 81st TFS, 52nd TFW, USAFE, based at Spangdahlem AFB from 1973-79ish, where they were the only SEAD-dedicated squadron in theatre. The EF-4Cs were replaced by F-4G WW Vs, which were in turn replaced by F-16CJs. Even though the 81st now flys Hogs, but, ya get the picture! <grin>
 
It is designed to add to the "sf2 EF-4C Update Pak" released recently. You can find the update pak at CombatAce, at the following URL:
 
http://combatace.com/files/file/11630-ef-4c-phantom-wild-weasel-iv-for-sf2/
 
It should be noted, that =THIS= skin is for a European based squadron, so if installilng into a stand-alone SF2:E -make double damn sure you have the F-4C_67 avialabile on you planes list!!!!! (Merged installs, and those users that have run the SF2E.exe to create a SF2E mods folder should have the aircraft already) When in doubt about mods folders, consult the CA Knowledge Base.
 
As always, READ the enclosed readme for full, detailed instructions. This package has been broken down into the various folders that SF2 needs, to make it a LOT easier to install (read: drag and drop).
 
Good Hunting!
Wrench
kevin stein

A-1H "Skyraider" VA-52 Skin Pak


 
 

-- For FULL-4 Merged SF2 (Prefered) and/or SF2:V =ONLY!!!= --


 
(it can acutally be used in any SF2 install that has the access to the A-1H)
 
This pak will add a new skin/decal set for the stock 3rdWire A-1H Skyraider. It represents aircraft from VA-52 "Knightriders" from the USS TICONDEROGA ~ August, 1964, during the time of the attacks on the US Destroyers, and the "Flaming Dart" retalitory raids.
It is designed to add to the "A-1H Update Pak" released some months ago. You can find the update pak at CombatAce, at the following URL:
 
http://combatace.com/files/file/11249-3rdw-a-1h-skin-and-ini-update-pak/
 
A highly reccomended mod, if I do say so meself <grin>
 
As always, READ the enclosed readme for full, detailed instructions. This package has been broken down into the various folders that SF2 needs, to make it a LOT easier to install (read: drag and drop).
 
Good Hunting!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Meteor F.8 (TW exp.1) Skin '8' pack
 
All historical numbers. Quite simple silver/camo dressings.
 
1 RDAF
 
4 KLU
 
3 BAF
 
Simply put all in your main mod folder.
 
 
I made these hoping that they could fly in our '50 campaigns ...
.... and someone like them.
 
 
 
Yours
 
Paulopanz
 
 
17.12.10