Cold War Era Aircraft

Martin B-57A Canberra for the "Strike Fighters 2" Series
by Ahmed Junaid Raza
 
B.2 Cockpit with bombardier view by Daniel "Kessselbrut" Himmel
 
Original skin and ini work by pappychksix
 
Updated for SF2 by MiGBuster (July 2009)
 
 
The USAF ordered English Electric Canberras as a need to fill a mission gap - however the order could not be fulfilled in the UK so Martin was able to license build Canberras under the B-57 designation.
The B-57A looks similar to the Canberra B mk2 however there were actually many differences - not least the the Wright J65 engines. Due to the bubble canopy, targeting the 8 x 12.7mm Browning guns was found to be very difficult, and so the canopy and nose were totally redesigned into what became the B-57B.
 
Only 8 B-57As were built.
 
 
 
 
See the install instructions
 
Released under Freeware Licensing only: http://forum.combatace.com/index.php?showt...t=0&start=0

Grumman F-11A (F11F-1) for the "Strike Fighters 2" Series
by Fleet-Defender and Team
 
F11F-1 Team:
 
3D Model: Fleet-Defender
Texture Mapping: BPAO
Additional 3D: Crab_02
Skins: Marcello
Decals: Crab_02
Drop Tanks: Crab_02
Flight Model: Column5
Special thanks to: Sony Tuckson
 
VF-21 skin by Julhelm
VA-156 skin by Paul Nortess
Optional Hangar screen by Wrench & MiGBuster (2009)
 
SF2 updates, and other changes MiGBuster (July 2009)
 
 
 
 
The Grumman Tiger was procured in the late 1950s as a hedge against any failure or delay in the F-8 Crusader program. When the Crusader proved a great success, the Tiger became redundant and was quickly phased out of service. It was an agile aircraft and considered to be easy to fly, a factor which led to its adoption by the Blue Angels.
 
 
 
 
Released under Freeware Licensing only: http://forum.combatace.com/index.php?showt...t=0&start=0

SF2 Republic F-105F/EF-105F Thunderchief Pak by ArmorDave
 
= For SF2, Full-4/5 Merged (Full-5 Reccomended/Preferred) =
 
*Note: the destroyed model referenced herein 'looks' for the stock destroyed F-105D lod. So, at
the very least you MUST have either SF2E, or SF2V to gain access to said destroyed model. Hence the Full 4/5 Merged reccomendation*
 
Some major upgrades to ArmorDave F-105F Thunderchiefs, bring them more in line with SF2 at the
Full-5 Merged/Latest Patch level, as of July 2012.
This mod is desinged to REPLACE any eariler SF2 update/upgrade versions of AD's aircraft that
may be availalbe.
 
The package contains 2 complete aircraft:
 
F-105F (standard NM finish)
EF-105F Wild Weasel II (SEA camo)
 
Skins remain in bmp format (as they're not excpetionally large in size), and Decal
Randomization is TRUE. Damage textures are the older tga versions.
 
Both data inis have all new FM parameters, loadouts have been 'adjusted' for Game usage (and
may not reflect Real World situations, but =WILL= reflect Game World situations). New engine
sound, and some other small tweeks. New SF2-style Hangar screens are included.
No weapons are included, other than the drop tanks, as I've referenced all stock 3W items.
See the "Notes" section for more info on the changes.
 
When 'in game', you'll see on the Aircraft Selection Drop-Down Menu
 
F-105F Thunderchief (AD)
EF-105F Thunderchief
 
Although the F-105F as used in the Wild Weasel configuraion never actually "officially"
recieved the "EF" moniker, I've done so here to diferentiate it from the standard or garden
variety F model.
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, yet detailed install instructions are included. So, please -
READ- them. Also, give the "Notes" section a read too for futher explinations, clarifactions,
illuminations and so forth. And notes about any SF2V campaign that may use this aircraft; some
slight editing of the campaign ini may be necessary due to the 'name change'.
A full listing of credits, as always, is below the Install Instructions.
 
Good Hunting!
wrench
kevin stein

SF2 F-86F-40 Sabre Remod Pak
= For SF2 ONLY, Full-4/5 Merged (Full-5 Reccomended/Preferred) =
 
A remod/compliation of several F-86F Skin/Ini paks, now fully compliant with SF2. If you have the originals, you'll probably want to delete them, as THIS pack is designed to FULLY replace it.
It is also suggested you be at the latest patch level, due to some ini 'switches' used.
 
This pak contains the following skin/decal sets:
 
JASDF:
1 Kokutai
3 Kokutai
6 Kokutai
8 Kokutai
 
Imperial Iranian AF
Ethiopian AF
461st FDS, 50th FBW, USAFE 1956-ish (*note: in RL, was possbily -30 or -35)
and an extra 'blank' natural metal skin, that you can use for whatever.
 
Included:
NEW SF2 compliant FM (from KAW)
New 'sabre specific' HVAR A-G rocket (station specific coded)
NEW cockpit (from the KAW F-86F)
NEW Sounds (from KAW)
'fake pilot' wing fences
tweeks by Crusader for the KAW Sabres (well done Otto!!)
 
All skins are in jpg format, and decal randomization is set to TRUE. The loadout ini uses the Year and Nation specific loadout switches for some of the export users, as defined in the enclosed Userlist.ini. Damage textures are the same DDS units as seen with the KAW Sabres. Other than the 'new' rocket, no other weapons are included, excepting the drop tank.
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, yet semi-detailed install instructions are included. So, please read them. Also, please give the "Notes" section a read too.
 
Happy Hunting!
wrench
kevin stein
 
with thanks to PauloPanz for motivating me to finally finish this!!

Br.1150 Atlantique by Velro2k
 
= For SF2, Any and All (Full 5 RECCOMENDED!!!) =
 
Re-release of the Veltro2k's Br.1150 Atlantique, now with some updates for SF2:NA.
 
Inside are the following skin/decal sets:
 
French Navy (22 Flottille)
German Marinefleiger (MFG 3)
Italian (AMI 41 Stormo)
Netherlands Navy (MLD 321 Squadron)
Pakistan AF (29 Squadron)
 
Many new decals, (expecially the AMI version -with 100% accurate serial numbers-). Decal
randomization is set to TRUE for all the skins. All markings are decals.
A new FM (albeit not perfect, and requiring more tweeking by an expert!), weapons and avionics
enhancements, etc and so forth! A new turbine engine sound, borrowed from Dels Hercs, lots of
little tweeks and fiddles.
Weapons are included; some you may have already, These all work (as of original release,
3/2012. Some may need additional tweeking/replacement for use in the post July 2102 patch
level).
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, detailed install instructions are included. PLEASE read
them!!! Also, give the "Note" section a read, in particular on operational usage.
The Legal Statement has been changed with regards to this aircraft.
 
For those that still have the original releases, you need not redownload this pak; you should
have everything within it already. But if you want too ... feel free to do so! :). There HAVE
been changes and additions in several of the inis you may wish to examine, mostly in respect to
SF2NA.
 
**These aircraft herein are released in "AS IS" Condition. Any and all issues/problems that
cannot be solved via ini edits will exist forever, as new models are unlikely to be created**.
 
Good Hunting!
wrench
kevin stein
 
 
** Addendenum to credits:
Remapping, 3D Details, Weapons and Skin: AmokFloo
 
with thanks to veltro for the info!!

C-141B Starlifter Replacement/Tweeks Pak
 
= For SF2, Any and All (Full 5 RECCOMENDED!!!) =
 
Some remods/tweeks/partial reskinning and new decals for the recently (re)released C-141B
Starlifter.
 
It is designed to totally REPLACE the C-141B in the Cargo Planes Pak, so you'll be deleting the
aircraft and decals folder OF the original (re)release, and replace them with these.
 
All the painted on markings have been removed, and new decals are used in their places. The
tail flash represents the 438th AW out of McGuire AFB. Many other small changes have been
effected; new avionics ini, lights moved (or removed), etc and so forth. Not a full and total
rebuild, just some tweeks for minor improvements. The partial templates I created/used for this
are included. Maybe someone will step up and give us a Lizard Camo.
The skins supplied herein are in jpg format.
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, detailed install instructions are included. PLEASE read
them!!! Also, give the "Notes" section a read, in particular on operational usage.
The Legal Statement has been changed with regards to this aircraft.
 
**These aircraft herein are released in "AS IS" Condition. Any and all issues/problems that
cannot be solved via ini edits will exist forever, as new models are unlikely to be created**.
 
Happy Landings!
wrench
kevin stein

SF2 USAF/NATO/Western Cargo Planes by Veltro2K
 
-For SF2, Any and All-
 
This is a re-release of these aircraft, as some have stated a desire to have them again.
This pak includes all my reskins, decals, ini tweeks,etc, from the various "upgrade paks" I'd
released before the aircraft were disappeared.
This pak contains =ONLY= those aircraft used by the USAF, our Allies and other NATO powers. The
Soviet/Warsaw Pact transports are someplace else....
 
Included in this pack are:
 
C-141A Starlifer
C-141B Starlifter
C-5A Galaxy
C-17 Globemaster III
G-222 Spartan (called such in USAF service)
 
Some may be more complete than others, with regards to decals and such. Some are fairly
'untouched', and will need further decaling, etc. Some hangar and loading screens are NOT in
SF2 format, and will need redoing (meaning: I never got around to them!).
All the original readmes from the Upgrade Paks (I could find!) are included within this main
folder. I'd reccomend reading them, just for fun!
Skin and some decal templates (again, when I could find them!) are included. The decal template
is for the "ttag" decal, that is for USAF AMC usage.
This pak is quite large, as the skins remain in their bmp format. You can convert to jpg at you
convience.
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, yet detailed install instructions are included. PLEASE read
them!!! PLEASE read the "Notes" section for other important notations. Also, the Legal
Statement has been changed with regards to these aircraft.
 
For those that still have the original releases, you may not need to reapply this package. But,
to be safe, PLEASE check over your aircraft to be sure. Thank You :).
 
**These aircraft herein are re-released in "AS IS" Condition. There are/may be some issues with
the LODs that may not/cannot be resolved. Any and all issues/problems that cannot be
solved via ini edits will exist forever, as new models are unlikely to be created. For now.**
 
Happy Landings!
wrench
kevin stein
 
*note: C-5 Galaxy not shown in attached screenshots*

This pack will add skins and some ini edits to Dels original C-130
Hercules, in both the E and H models. This pack includes:
OBJECTS
AIRCRAFT: C-130E (with loading screens, ini edits and skins)
C-130E_94
C-130H
C-130H_94
The Skins: South East Asia camo and European 1 (Lizard) camo for the earlier
models, Equipment Excellence Gray for both _94 models
DECALS: includes decals for ANG logo and title, AFRES, and MAC,
as well as 30 historical serial numbers for both the E and H.
PILOTS: Dome and dome2 for the SKE dome. Also a FAKE_PILOT to make them
work.
WEAPONS: Parachute crate, Jeep, Paratroopers, wing tanks
 
SOUNDS
Sounds: C-130engine.wav
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Credits
TK: the overall game
Dels: the original model and his many excellent templates for skinning
Florian: for the para crate object, originally his fallifrachte from his
C-160 Transall mod
Killerbee331: the Jeep from his weapons pack
Wrench and ravenclaw_007: techniques that i used to eliminate some meshes
and get the droptanks to show in the loadout.
mppd: the physical model for the SKE dome
Slartibartfast, Dels and the unknown 3rd person: taking a peek at the beta for any
glaring errors (sorry about no sound guys!)
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Installation
unzip and add to the appropriately named folders. allow overwrite where needed
(should only be sounds and the fake pilot). enjoy.
 
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This mod was created with you guys in mind. it has several decals and more importantly the placement in the
decal ini's to assist you with doing many units and nations for the Herc. Feel free to add or improve this so
we can see more C-130s in time appropriate skins on the airfields.
 
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Thank you for downloading this mod and i hope you enjoy it.
Kevin Unruh
aka daddyairplanes
1 Mar 2013

Discussion and screenshots here
 
NOTICES :
 
This mod is NOT released under the Combat Ace Freeware Licensing Agreement (http://combatace.com/topic/55729-freeware-licensing/) as it includes content NOT subjected to it.
 
The only content you can reuse freely following the CA Freeware Licensing are the SKINS and DECALS as they are my creation based on freely released template or from scratch;
For all the rest you MUST contact the original author beforehand.
 
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PREREQUISITES :
 
To my knowledge you only need SF2:E, however you might also need the Exp2, if you have finflashes not showing, just tell me and I'll include mine rather than using TW's.
 
 
This should work without trouble with NATO Fighters 5 (however the versions already included in NF5 have a slightly different file organization and naming convention).
 
This mod should not rewrite anything except itself and the relevant campaign files.
 
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GLOBAL NOTES :
 
All planes marked with a * in the numbers list are considered historically correct, all others are as correct as sources allow, at worst they come from the pool of planes available to the nation in the given timeframe and bear possibly existing squadron numbers.
 
There's a topic on CA (http://combatace.com/topic/68436-rf-84f-thunderflash-request-for-information-and-superpack-wip/) tracking my progress and meant to receive any feedback and information you might want to share.
 
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NOTES FOR 1956 :
 
The Suez and Norwegian skins are bonuses and not useful for a Europe '56 campaign.
 
I initially planned of including slightly anachronistic camouflage versions for Belgium and Netherlands, however, given the time needed for the operation and the fact that the campaign takes place in the heart of winter, camouflage would have made no sense.
 
If you feel the need to properly install the Squadrons, you should add the following to your SQUADRONLIST.INI (if they squadrons are not already there), but everything is set up to work without it.
 
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[squadronxxx]
Name=32TRS
DisplayName=32nd TRS
Nation=USAF
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=38TRS
DisplayName=38th TRS
Nation=USAF
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=302TRS
DisplayName=302nd TRS
Nation=USAF
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=303TRS
DisplayName=303rd TRS
Nation=USAF
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=ER1/33
DisplayName=ER 1/33 'Belfort'
Nation=France
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=ER2/33
DisplayName=ER 2/33 'Savoie'
Nation=France
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=ER3/33
DisplayName=ER 3/33 'Moselle'
Nation=France
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=ER4/33
DisplayName=ER 4/33 'Fumassol'
Nation=France
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=42BAF
DisplayName=42nd Squadron
Nation=Belgium
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=306KLU
DisplayName=306° Squadron
Nation=Netherlands
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=RNAF717
DisplayName=717 Skv.
Nation=Norway
 
[squadronxxx]
Name=TW4CRS
DisplayName=4th CRS
Nation=Taiwan
 
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FRANCE, SUEZ
 
All serial numbers involved in Suez are correct, 8 squadron numbers are attributed to the proper plane, 3 were used at Akrotiri but randomly assigned, the rest are randomly chosen from the most probable squadron numbers at the time.
 
FRANCE
 
French RF-84F in late 1956 would have been stationned at Cognac, but would probably have been detached in Alsace or Germany in case of conflict, one squadron relieving the previous, given the involvement in Operation 700 and the readiness of the squadrons in late 1956, the order of detachement would have been ER 2/33 first then ER 3/33 and finally ER 1/33 (remember, the last planes reached France from Cyprus in late December, and the last ground personnel and equipment in early January 1957, so even accounting for a rushed move, the attrition of planes and personnel would mean they'd probably take no part in the conflict unless it lasted into the Spring of 1957).
 
US
 
3 or 4 stripes of different colors denote a plane assigned to the Wing Commander, 2 stripes or the same color to the Squadron Leader and 1 stripe to a Flight Leader.
 
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OPTIONAL ASSEMBLY REQUIRED :
 
These planes are meant to use specific pilots however this is strictly optional, if you don't add them, the game will use the default pilot, so it's only a matter of adding more pilot variety and a more authentic feel to things.
To respect the LOD author's wish not to have a situation where his work might be unknowingly used without proper attribution or worse you'll have to download the pilots separately or as part of the packs in which they are bundled.
 
All are based on Old Diego's pilot, with skins by Corktip14 for the French version, ravenclaw_007 for the German ones.
 
For USAF and ROCAF planes, you'll need the KUSAF01 pilot from Diego's pilot pack : http://combatace.com/files/file/9197-diegos-pilot-pack/
For French planes, you'll need the Guen312 pilot from the Israel 48/56 mod : http://combatace.com/files/file/11024-1948-war-for-independence1956-suez-crisis/
For German planes, you'll need the PilotGAF pilot from the German Pilots pack : http://combatace.com/files/file/9210-german-air-force-pilot%C2%B4s/
For other planes, you'll need the Euro001 pilot included with NATO Fighters 4+ Update 1 : http://combatace.com/files/file/11099-nato-fighters-4-patch-post-dec-2009-patch-level/
 
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UPDATING YOUR FORMOSA FREEDOM CAMPAIGN v1.1
 
The necessary campaign files have been modified to add the Taiwanese RF-84F, just overwrite the original files.
 
Due to JonathanRL's way of implementing squadrons (without a proper squadron list) I've had to use a specific variant for Taiwan rather than use it as a skin for the US variant, as should be.
It also means that unless you add the squadrons properly, the ROCAF 4th CRS will appear show up as a USAF unit (without impact on anything else than text displayed on the loadout screen).
It was the best compromise to be both working with Formosa Freedom and still be compatible with the standard implementation.
 
At the moment I'm not interested in providing a package solely for that purpose.
 
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UPDATING YOUR 1956 SUEZ CRISIS CAMPAIGN v2.1
 
The necessary campaign files have been modified to use the updated RF-84F, just overwrite the original files.
 
Be aware that it will leave the RF-84F using my old naming convention in place, it's up to you to delete it if it creates confusion in single mission play.
 
At the moment I'm not interested in providing a package solely for that purpose.
 
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CONTENT AND CHANGELOG :
 
v0.2 (10/08/2012) (6 variants, 15 skins, 2 campaign updates)
 
CHANGED
ALL
 
Skin naming convention changed to make maintenance easier, you should remove the older skins, the "new" ones are identical
 
ADDED
RF-84F_NATO1 (based on the updated RF-84F, spoilers, brake chute, Euro pilot, early Republic Seat)
 
1 Camo skin for 42 Sqn. (Belgium), 16 planes, circa late 1960, Brustem, BE
 
RF-84F_NATO2 (based on the updated RF-84F, spoilers, brake chute, Euro pilot, late Republic Seat)
 
1 Camo skin for 42 Sqn. (Belgium), 15 planes, circa late 1962, Brustem, BE
 
RF-84F_TW (based on the updated RF-84F, spoilers, brake chute, US pilot, early Republic Seat)
 
1 Silver skin for 4th CRS (ROCAF), 22 planes, circa late 1958, SongShan, TW
 
RF-84F_US (based on the updated RF-84F, spoilers, brake chute, US pilot, early Republic Seat)
 
1 Silver skin for 38th TRS (USAFE), 17 planes, circa late 1955, Sembach, DE
 
Operation Formosa Freedom
 
1 set of files to add to JonathanRL's Operation Formosa Freedom v1.1
 
1956 Suez Crisis
 
1 set of files to update the Israel 45-56 mod to use the new RF-84F naming convention (and benefit from the updated skins and inis)
 
v0.1 (11/03/2011) (4 variants, 11 skins)
 
ADDED
RF-84F_FR1 (based on the updated RF-84F, no spoilers, no brake chute, French pilot, early Republic Seat)
 
1 Silver skin for ER 4/33 "Fumassol" (France), 14 planes, for Operation 700 / Musketeer / Suez War, Akrotiri, Cyprus, UK
 
RF-84F_FR2 (based on the updated RF-84F, spoilers, brake chute, French pilot, early Republic Seat)
 
1 Silver skin for ER 1/33 "Belfort" (France), 24 planes, circa late 1956, Cognac, FR
1 Silver skin for ER 2/33 "Savoie" (France), 23 planes, circa late 1956, Cognac, FR
1 Silver skin for ER 3/33 "Moselle" (France), 23 planes, circa late 1956, Cognac, FR
 
RF-84F_NATO1 (based on the updated RF-84F, spoilers, brake chute, Euro pilot, early Republic Seat)
 
1 Silver skin for 306 Sqn. (Netherlands), 16 planes, circa late 1956, Eindhoven, NL
1 Silver skin for 42 Sqn. (Belgium), 14 planes, circa late 1956, Brustem, BE
1 Silver skin for 717 Esk. (Norway), 21 planes, circa late 1956, Rygge, NO
 
RF-84F_US (based on the updated RF-84F, spoilers, brake chute, US pilot, early Republic Seat)
 
1 Silver skin for 32nd TRS (USAFE), 17 planes, circa late 1956, Sembach, DE
1 Silver skin for 38th TRS (USAFE), 17 planes, circa late 1956, Sembach, DE
1 Silver skin for 302nd TRS (USAFE), 17 planes, circa late 1956, Spangdahlem, DE
1 Silver skin for 303rd TRS (USAFE), 17 planes, circa late 1956, Spangdahlem, DE
 
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KNOWN ISSUES :
 
- The spoilers are not part of the model and are only painted on.
- The brake chute fairing is there even on early models.
- Some skins are not "right" due to subtle mapping problems and a model not 100% accurate.
- Some parts inherit the global skin lighting values instead of having these set to fixed values.
- There may be some decal bleeding on lower visual settings as in some cases I only leave a 1 pixel margin.
 
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WHAT'S TO COME :
 
- Some more panel changes and details
- Normal and specular maps, maybe, when/if Florian has the time and motivation to do so
- 15th TRS and 45th TRS PACAF planes
- 1962 and 1968 European planes
- Greek, Turkish and Italian planes
- 1955, 1957 variants for USAFE, various others (French early camo trials, Luftwaffe WS50...)
- Templates and full documentation
- NF5 updates
- Version specific hangars and loading screens
- Integration of feedback
 
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CREDITS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS :
 
RF-84F
Original 3D Model : Michael Davies & Alphasim (porting rights granted to GMG)
3D Conversion & Animations : Amokfloo / Florian
Cockpit : Zurawski (taken from his F-86)
INI work : Amokfloo / Florian, Soulfreak / Soulman, NeverEnough
Damage textures : Amokfloo / Florian
Model update for SF2 : Amokfloo / Florian
Various small fixes : Israel 48/56 Team
 
Ejection Seats
Republic Ejection Seats : Steve_S
Martin Baker Gw5 Ejection Seat : ravenclaw_007
 
Skins
Original Skins and templates : Soulfreak / Soulman, ravenclaw_007
Enhanced templates, skins and compilation of bits : Gunrunner
 
A huge thanks to all the modders allowing me to bundle their work with my skins or taking the time to explain why they'd rather not, to eburger68 for his work on NATO Fighters motivating me to get back to work and of course to CA and TK for a wonderful toy and the community to go with it.
 
If I forgot someone or believe I've included your work without proper credits, permissions or respect for your terms of use, do not hesitate to contact me on Combat Ace forums.
 
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SOURCES :
 
Wings over Suez by Brian Cull
Tactical Reconnaissance in the Cold War by Doug Gordon
Squadron/Signal Fighting Colors #6504 - USAF Europe in Color, Vol.1 : 1948-1965 by Robert Robinson
Squadron/Signal Fighting Colors #6563 - USAF Europe in Color, Vol.2 : 1957-1963 by Robert Robinson
Squadron/Signal Aircraft in action #1061 - F-84 Thunderjet by Larry Davis, David Menard and Don Greer
Wing Masters HS 11 : Suez 1956 : Opération Mousquetaire
And of course the Internet...
 
With first and foremost, the unavoidable Joe Baugher : http://www.joebaugher.com
Nathan Decker's Forgotten Jets : http://www.millionmonkeytheater.com/ForgottenJets.html
and countless others...
 
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Gunrunner
10/08/2012

Mitsubishi F1 and T2 by Veltro2K
 
= For SF2, Any and All (Full 5 RECCOMENDED/Prefered!!!) =
 
This is a Re-release of the Veltro2k's JASDF aircraft.
These had been removed at one point, and I'm now reissuing them for any that might want them or whatever.
For more detailed info, both the original readmes from my 2010 and 2011 tweeks pak are included. You might want to give them a look see, as both contain pertinant information, as well as all the credits.
 
Weapons are included (the JASDF EO bomb and drop tanks); most of the others reference Stock Items.Decal randomization is TRUE. Skins for both are in jpg format.
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, detailed install instructions are included. PLEASE read them!!! Also, give the "Note" section a read, in particular, as the Legal Statement has been changed with regards to these aircraft.
 
**These aircraft herein are released in "AS IS" Condition. Any and all issues/problems that cannot be solved via ini edits will exist forever, as new models are unlikely to be created**.
 
Happy Landings!
wrench
kevin stein
 
(I thought I'd re-uploaded earlier this year, but found I'd never finished assembling the pak! Enjoy!)

SF2 NAA FJ-3M Fury (Ver.2)
 
= For SF2, (Full 5 Merged RECCOMENDED!!) =
 
*Note: this aircraft will NOT work in SF/Wo* 1stGen Games are ANY patch level. This
aircraft was (re)designed and (re)built and (re)tested in SF2NA and Full5 Merged installs*
 
A brand new, replacement aircraft for the previous 1stGen conversions. Through the hard
work of several, people, being named here FIRST, instead of further down in the Credits
(well, they're listed there, too, of course!)
Zur (the Great and Powerful) for giving me the uncompleted MAX files, and RussoUK for
finishing and polishing the LOD for SF2 useage. You guys ROCK!!
 
This is the full, compiled package of Zur/Column5's FJ-3M Fury. Like the original SF2 pak,
it contains all the skin/decal sets I could find, combined into one big lump. This package
is designed to REPLACE, in total, any and ALL other previouse FJ-3M Furys.
 
Skins included in the pak are:
 
VF-53 from ??
VF-62 from USS Essex, ATG-201 during the Beirut Crisis
VF-73 from USS Randolph, circa 1956/57
VF-84 from USS Forrestall, crica 1956/57
VF-142 from USS Hornet, 1956
VF-211 from USS BonHomme Richard, circa 1956
VMF-312 (actually an FJ-3 in Natural Metal, circa 1955ish)
VMF-333 from ???
 
Skins are a mixture of both bmp and JPG, and Decal randomization is also set to TRUE.
Damage textures are in DDS format (same as the Sabre). The aircraft is now bump mapped,
for that nice metalic look.
 
A new FM, is based off Fubar's work on the KAW Sabres. It may need futher fine tuning to
completly Navalize it. The canopy, now functional, opens with the Standard Animation
Keystroke, Shift/0. AT this time, wingfold in NOT functional. The data ini statements
refelct this for carrier on-deck parking.
Other changes are the addition of the Userlist, a new avionics ini that adds the radar-
ranging gunsight. And a revamped SF2 version of my 'artwork' hangar screen.
The aircraft is fully carrier-capable, as per the July 2012 patch level. No weapons are
included; all stock items are called out. The new drop tanks are built into the aircraft's
LOD, ala SF2 3W birds. The weapons data IS included, of course.
Sounds are all reused from the KAW Sabres, as is the NEW cockpit (also from the KAW F-86F)
 
As always, READ the enclosed readme for full,detailed, easy-to-follow install
instructions. Of course, the usual 'Notes' section for the ravings of a madman!! <g>
 
Happy Landings!!
wrench
kevin stein

SF2I DLC 28 IDFAF S-199 Mule Tweek Pak
 
= For SF2 (Full4/5 Merged RECCOMENDED + DLC 28!)
 
*Designed for use in the standard/stand alone SF2:I Mods folder (suggested usage)*
 
**IF you do NOT have DLC 28, do not download this mod. It will be of no use to you
whatsomeever**
 
This pak contains some "quick and dirty" mods for the S-199 "Mezek" (or Mule) recently
released in DLC #28
 
Now a flyable aircraft, with the included cockpit. 25 Historicaly accruate serial number
decals, and NEW SF2 style Hangar and loading screens in my World Famous Box Art Style
™.
Loadout has been adjusted to add the 300 ltr drop tank, a different pilot figure,
AvHistory Jumo engine sound. Canopy activated via the Standard Animation Keystroke,
Shift/0. FM remains "as issued". See "Changes" in the Note section below for more stuff.
Also included is my "One Click Restore" (patent pending) main ini for when it becomes AI-
only again.
 
When in-game, you'll see
 
S-199 (3W)
 
on the aircraft selection drop-down menu. This will differentiate it from the S-199 by
MontyCZ (an excellent mod, btw!), in case you may have that one as well. If you DO have
Monty's, you may want to rename it's folder and main ini to further differentiate it.
Otherwise you WILL experience conflicts/problems/issues/and assorted troubles.
 
As always, other improvements and changes/fixes are welcomed! As I said above, it's just a
Q&D mod to get them flying so others can help out with any needed/wanted/whatever tweeks
and fixes.
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, yet detailed install instructions are included. PLEASE
read them!!!
 
Happy Landings!
wrench
kevin stein

SF2 E-767 AWAC and KC-767 Cargo/Refueler Aircraft by Veltro2K
 
= For SF2, Full 5 Merged RECCOMENDED! =
 
This is a Re-release of the Veltro2k's KC and E-767 aircraft.
 
It is REQUIRED that you have -at the VERY minimum- a Full-4 merged install. However, the AWACs makes use of SF2NA coding, and is NA is REQUIRED for everything to (more of less) work properly. Also, as these reference the stock 3W destroyed model (closest fit in shape, but not size...). Hence, the need for a Full 5 Merged install. It is usable without, but you may not have the dead burning wreckage on the ground.
 
Included in this pack are the:
E-767 AWAC:
602 AACS, JASDF
 
KC-767 Refuler/Cargo Carrier:
14 Stormo, AMI
401 Squadron, JASDF
 
Skins remain in their bmp format; the KC-767 makes use of Brain32's trick of having the one skin, resued for both, residing in MAIN aircraft folder. Decal radomization is set to TRUE (well, there's 4 aircraft for each user!). A user list is supplied for the KC-767.
New damage textures are supplied, in DDS format. The skins have been 'partly' redone. The partial template I used in included. Other skinners are encouraged to 'have at it'
While this mod IS supplied with a cockpit, the Standard Waring Disclaimer ™ for these High Value Assets ™ remains: let the AI handle them. As AFR isn't part of the game ... the word we're looking for is "eye candy".
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, detailed install instructions are included. PLEASE read them!!! Also, give the "Note" section a read, in particular on operational usage.
The Legal Statement has been changed with regards to these aircraft.
For those that still have the original releases, as there HAVE been changes and additions in several of the inis you may wish to examine, mostly in respect to SF2NA, you may wish to replace the originals with these.
 
**These aircraft herein are released in "AS IS" Condition. Any and all issues/problems that cannot be solved via ini edits will exist forever, as new models are unlikely to be created**.
 
Happy Landings!
wrench
kevin stein

SF2 BAe Nimrod MR.1 Remod Pak by Veltro2k
 
= For SF2, (Full 5 Merged ONLY!!)=
 
**FUll 5 Merged reccomended, as the destroyed model references the stock 3W B-52, and many statements in the data ini refer to SF2NA coding only**
 
A Re-release of the Veltro2k's Nimrod Martime Patrol aircraft, now with some (ok, many) updates for the SF2:NA environment.
This is the complete aircraft package, with an new cockpit and various and sundry ini tweeks. Several new or updated weapons are included. The hangar and loading screens have also been converted for SF2 usage.
2 skins are included:
 
42 Squadron, in the original 2-tone (called Early)
201 Squadron, in the Hemp (called, Hemp (doh!!))
 
The skins will automatically change from the Early to the later Hemp at a (semi)specific date. (Read: my best guess)! Skins remain in bmp format.
Decal randomization is set to TRUE for both skins. Basicly, it's the exactly as I released sometime back for SF2 (pre-purge), but with several enchancement and tweeks, now set up for SF2NA. Damage textures are in DDS.
Loadouts have been adjusted to start with torpedos, and then switch to Harpoons, also at a 'best guesstimate' year (1983).
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, detailed install instructions are included. PLEASE read them!!! Also, give the "Note" section a read, in particular on operational usage.
The Legal Statement has been changed with regards to this aircraft.
For those that still have the original releases, you may want to delete said original (or back it up somewheres), as there HAVE been changes and additions in several of the inis mostly in respect to SF2NA. Consider this a FULL replacement of the original.
 
**These aircraft herein are released in "AS IS" Condition. Any and all issues/problems that cannot be solved via ini edits will exist forever, as new models are unlikely to be created**.
 
Good Hunting!
wrench

Tupolev Tu-128 Fiddler B & Tu-128M The Tupolev Tu-28/Tu-128 (NATO name 'Fiddler') was a long-range interceptor aircraft developed by the Soviet Union in the 1960s. It remains the world's largest production fighter aircraft.
In this pack the Tu-128 Fiddler B and the most recent Tu-128M.
 
Instructions
This aircraft is for SF2 and SF2E last patch ... not tested in SF2V.
1) Unzip the file Gen2_TU128packV00.rar
2) Copy Object and Sounds folders into your mods folder (i.e...\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2
 
 
Europe\).
Please, read the readme file.
 
 
 
 
Credits:
- kreelin for the FM
- Spillone104 for the jet sound
- Spillone104, bobrock, lindr2, Soulfreak as beta tester
- me ... the remaining stuff
Special thanks to NGHENGO who stressed me (a lot) in order to not stop this project and lindr2 who kindly helped me with much detailed infos.
 
Thank you very much guys.
Last UpDate 22/03/2011 – Ver.2.0
Various improvements; now compatible with Expansion2
Thank you to Spillone104, paulopanz and X-RAY for the support as beta tester.
Every part of this mod can be used into others mods only if the final product is free of charge for the community and proper credits are listed into the product itself.
 
 
Enrico "ErikGen" Gennari

The production of the MiG-21s in India under license by Hindustan Aeronautics in Nasik started
with the MiG-21FL in 1966 in four phases starting with the assembly of CKD kits, moving on to
subassemblies, parts, and finally advancing to production from scratch.
 
205 MiG-21FLs, designated Type 77 and nicknamed Trishul ("Trident), were built in India between
1966 and 1972; the first one built entirely from Indian-made components was delivered to the IAF
on 19 October 1970, with the first Indian-made R11F2S-300 powerplant leaving the assembly line
on 2 January 1969.
 
In the late 1970s, the IAF began acquiring MiG-21M/MFs, consequently a large part of the MiG-21FL
fleet were sent into storage.
However in the mid-1980s, these FLs were pulled out of storage and retrofitted with two extra
pylons and were fitted with IFF-400 antennas(on the nose).
 
Whats's in:
 
- two flyable planes
 
- Type 77 with GP-9 gunpod (13 skins)
 
- Type 77 (late) with 4 pylons and IFF-400 antenna (5 skins)
 
- MiG-21 cockpit
 
- IAF Pilot (76.IAP-Blackbird's reworked)
 
- New Mig-21FL userlist without India
 
- Dedicated sounds
 
- Historical Serial Numbers
 
 
canopy opens as usual with 10 key.
 
Known Issues: none
 
- White 'ghosts' in the cockpit - solved!
 
 
To Install:
 
Put all in your mod folder.
 
 
Credits:
 
- Spillone104: 3D Works (GP-9 pod, Pylons, Antennas) & Sounds
 
- Paulopanz: Skins, Decals, Pilot, Loading Screens & Ini Editing
 
- Ghostrider883: for help & refereces; 3 well wheathered skin
 
- AtariBaby for cockpit
 
- 76.IAP-Blackbird: for original pilot
 
- Fast Cargo: for Fake Pilot (included).
 
 
Enjoy.
 
Paulopanz
 
 
 
PS: Try the Type-77 Silver Skin n° C-1111 plane ...

SF2 Cessna O-2A Skymaster by Veltro2K
 
= For SF2, Full 5 Merged RECCOMENDED! =
 
This is a Re-release of the Veltro2k's O-2A FAC aircraft.
 
**Note: due to extensive modifications to the cockpit and other ini tweeks, it will =NOT=
work in 1stGen SF/Wo* games at ANY patch level**
 
As stated above, a reissue of the Skymaster FAC bird. Included in this pak are all the mods
from the "O-2 Tweeks Pak' I issued in 2009 (and it's attendant readme). This is the complete
aircraft.
 
Skins remain in their bmp format; Decal radomization is set to TRUE. A user list is
supplied. New damage textures are in DDS format. All weapons referenced are STOCK 3rd Wire
items, available in full 4/5 merged installs.
 
As always, fairly easy to follow, detailed install instructions are included. PLEASE read
them!!! Included is my original readme for the "Tweeks Pak"; it's suggested you read this
as well, as it contains a listing of all the changes, tweeks, mods and so forth.
The Legal Statement has also been changed with regards to this aircraft.
For those that still have the original releases, as there HAVE been changes and additions in
several of the inis you may wish to examine, you may wish to replace the originals with
these.
 
**This aircraft herein is released in "AS IS" Condition. Any and all issues/problems that
cannot be solved via ini edits will exist forever, as new models are unlikely to be
created**.
 
Happy Landings!
wrench
kevin stein

In the late 1950s, the Soviet Air Force was seeking a jet-powered replacement for its fleet of piston-engined trainers, and this requirement was soon broadened to finding a trainer aircraft that could be adopted in common by Eastern Bloc air forces. Aero's response, the prototype XL-29 designed by Z. Rublic and K. Tomáš first flew on 5 April 1959, powered by a British Bristol Siddeley Viper engine. The second prototype was powered by the Czech-designed M701 engine, which was used in all subsequent aircraft.
 
The basic design concept was to produce a straightforward, easy-to-build and operate aircraft. Simplicity and ruggedness were stressed with manual flight controls, large flaps and the incorporation of perforated airbrakes on the fuselage sides providing stable and docile flight characteristics, leading to an enviable safety record for the type. The sturdy L-29 was able to operate from grass, sand or unprepared fields. Both student pilot and instructor had ejection seats, and were positioned in tandem, under separate canopies with a slightly raised instructor position.
 
In 1961, the L-29 was evaluated against the PZL TS-11 Iskra and Yakovlev Yak-30 and emerged the winner. Poland chose to pursue the development of the TS-11 Iskra anyway, but all other Warsaw Pact countries adopted the Delfin under the agreements of COMECON.
 
What's in:
 
- a new SF-2 fixed model
- a new up to date FM
- 27 updated & new worldwide skins (3 Auri, 1 BVVs, 7 CVL, 2 EAF, 1 FAR, 1 IrAF, 2 Lsk, 1 ML, 2 NAF, 1 VVs, 1 SyAF, 1 UgAF, 1 UkrAF, 2 VPAF)
- Sound
- pilot
- weapons
- screens
 
Operations:
 
- Key=10 front canopy open
- key=9 back canopy open
 
both automatic closing at take off
 
 
Install
 
- all in main mod folder
 
 
Credits:
 
 
- MontyCZ SF-1 model (old but gold), L-39 cockpit, original skins
- Spillone104 SF-2 model edits (shadows, mappings, roundings edits) & sounds
- Baffmeister FM & data edits
- Muesli original SF-1 camo skins
- Paulopanz (me) skins data7weapons SF-2 edits ect. ect.
 
 
I realy love this bird and was a real pleasure to realise this togheter with my very friends Spillo & Baff.
 
 
Enjoy!
 
 
@ paulopanz

MiG-23MF Flogger "Rakshak" Indian Air Force
 
Mod to represent Indian Air Force MiG-23MF Flogger, nicknamed by the Indian Air Force "Rakshak"(Saviour/Protector in Hindi). Meant specifically for use with the SF2 Indo-Pak install.
 
The MiG-23MF was acquired by the IAF in 1983 in response to Pakistan's acquisition of F-16s.It was the first IAF fighter equipped with BVR missiles(R-23/AA-7). The IAF operated two MiG-23MF squadrons, No. 223 "Tridents" and No. 224 " Warlords". Both squadrons are represented in this mod. No. 224 Sqdn continued to operate the MiG-23MF till 2007, when they retired the MiG-23MF and converted to Jaguars
 
 
Installation
Just drop the contents of the file to your Mod folder.
 
 
Credits
The Mirage Factory
lindr2
Spillone 104
eburger68
ghostrider883
Marcfighter
howling1(for the original SF1 series Rakshak mod)
Rafael( whom the model belonged to)
Indo-Pak mod team for the excellent Indo-Pak mod.
 

Sandesh "ghostrider883" Kanchan
July 05, 2012

F-104A, Pakistani Air Force for SF2
 
This will work only if you have installed DLC No. 28 AI Aircraft Pack 1, including the F-104A Starfighter. Without this pack installed, you will not have the necessary model files.
 
Serials include the 12 F-104A aircraft supplied to the PAF, a further 9 loaned by the Royal Jordanian Air Force, and finally two F-104B aircraft of the PAF.

Indian Air Force Dehavilland/HAL Vampire FB.52 for SF2 full merged v1.1
Vampire FB.52 variant as used by the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy . Package does not contains any aircraft or Cockpit LODs. The pack has been tested on a full merge install ( SF2, SF2E,SF2V, SF2I, Exp Pack 1, Exp pack 2, SF2NA). May not work properly on othe rinstalls( will atleast need SF2E to work)
 
Package contains skins and decals to represent all Indian Air force Vampire FB.52 Squadrons and the solitary Indian Navy training squadron. All Indian AF Vampire FB.52 Serial number & squadron decals included(selectable in the loadout screen). The aicraft has been set to use the Hunter F.1 cockpit.
 
 
Aircraft Textures are in jpeg format to represent following Indian Vampire squadrons.
No. 1 Squadron "Tigers"
No. 2 Squadron "Winged Arrows"
No. 3 Squadron "Cobars"
No. 4 Squadron "Oorials"
No. 7 Squadron "Battle Axes"(modern markings & old Chakra roundels)
No. 8 Squadron "Pursoots"
No.10 Squadron "Winged Daggers"
No.15 Squadron "Lances"
No.16 Squadron "Black CObras"
No.17 Squadron "Golden Arrows"
No.20 Squadron "Lightnings"
No.23 Squadron "Panthers"
No.24 Squadron "Hawks"
No.27 Squadron "Flaming Arrows"
No.35 Squadron "Rapiers"
No.45 Squadron "Flying Daggers"
No.220 Squadron "Desert Tigers"
No.221 Squadron "Valiants"
No.550 Squadron Indian Navy "Flying Fish"
 
This mod is meant as an addon specifically for the Indo-Pak mod and is based on Wrench's IAF Vampire FB.52 Vampire mod.
 
 
Installation
Drop the contents of the file in your X:\Users\YYYY\Saved Games\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters2XX folder and let it overwrite
 
 
Credits
Thirdwire- for the Vampire FB.52 model
Stary- Vampire cockpit
Wrench- Original IAF Vampire FB.52 mod & decals
ghostrider883 - Skins & Decals.
???- Pilot model
 
Changes in v1.1 - Added Stary's excellent Vampire cockpit. Many thanks to him for granting permission to use his work for this mod.
 
The mod is meant as a tribute to the first jet fighter India acquired and manufactured under license in India. It was 45 Squadron's Vampires that went into action on 01 Septmber 1965 in a valiant attempt to stop Pakistan's suprise attack that marked opening day of the 1965 war. Four valiant Vampire pilots lost their lives that fateful day in that brave attempt. Tthe Vampires were slightly successful in slowing down the Pakistani thrust. Contrary to Pakistani propoganda that the Vampires were pulled out of service the day after the Vampire losses, 45 and 220 Squadron's Vampires continued flying interediction sorties through the war.
 
 
Sandesh "ghostrider883" Kanchan
August 15,2012
India's 65th Independence Day!!!!! Jai Hind!!!!!

The RF-8 Crusader was a photo-reconnaissance development and operated longer in U.S. service than any of the fighter versions.
RF-8s played a crucial role in the Cuban Missile Crisis, providing essential low-level photographs impossible to acquire by other means.
U.S. Naval Reserve units continued to operate the RF-8 until 1987.
 
 
(*) This isn't a complete plane: You will need YAP RF-8G lod to work
 
 
WHAT'S IN:
 
- a new plane with a plenty of new skins for US NAVY & US MARINES
 
OPERATIONS:
 
- SF-2NA standard carriers operations ready
 
- Canopy = Key 10
 
- WingFold = Key 9
 
INSTALL:
 
- All in main mod folder
 
- RF-8G lod from Yap in Aircraft/RF-8A folder
 
- Optional View mod by KB (follow dedicated readmes in options folder)
 
CREDITS:
 
- Yankee Air Pirates for Original SF-1 RF-8G
 
- Paulopanz Skins, Decals & new RF-8A Data.ini
 
- the RF-8A team (Vols: 331Killerbee & Corktip_14) for testings
 
- 331Killerbee Data.ini Tweakings (lights etc.), weapons (Cameras & Flares), optional view mod
 
- Corktip_14 Data.ini Tweakings (FM etc.), pilot
 
 
Enjoy!
 
 
@ paulopanz

First, read the readmes; all of them! The first two are Spillone104s', this mod is based on his work and those credited in his readmes. Also, as it says in his readmes, you'll need at a minimum SF2E for the stock F-104s. You'll also need to follow the
 
instructions here: http://combatace.com/topic/57393-flyable-f-104s-for-sf2/ to get the cockpits. This Pack contains six different versions of the Starfighter, three F-104As and three F-104Cs. I felt this was necessary because of the changes that ocurred
 
over the years; the original A models had no gun and didn't recieve one until 1964, later, in 1967 a number of them recieved the J79-GE-19 engine. The C model was originaly optimized as an interim Nuclear Strike Fighter to fill in until the F-105 came
 
online, as such it was cleared to carry either the Mk-28 (B28) or Mk-43 (B43) tactical nuclear weapons. Included are dedicated versions of these weapons and Lexx Luthors' Nuke Effects. I've made this an alternate loadout in the later versions(selectable
 
with the Mission Editor) so if you really want to shake up Uncle Ho, you can. The F-104C also had the ability to carry two more Sidewinders on an under fuselage "Catamaran" ala the F-104G and according to Joe Baugher, while in Viet Nam they did just
 
that. Raven was good enough to make a version of the "Cat" for both the SEA Camo and standard versions of the F-104C. Batman1978s' Hi-Res Cockpit .Bmps are included, as well as a Radar.bmpfrom Starfighter2s' F-104C Cockpit mod that I cleaned
 
up a little. Some of the aircraft have benefited from Wrenchs' secondary ADI fix, however, in later versions of the aircraft that had a RWR, the secondary ADI was given over to a visual display. They also use Wrenchs' steerable nose wheel fix, along with
 
a little bump from Raven. I also modified Spillone104s' "Added 3D Parts" to put the RWR bits on the F-104C_67. I think that's about it; it was a lot of work but if you enjoy it, it's worth it. As always, good luck, good hunting, and give 'em hell!
SupGen,
Frank Rosato
5/24/2013

This is a completey re vamped version of the original TMF F-4M, that's why I'm doing it as a seperate download.
 
If you have the TMF versions installed I strongley reccomend that you remove them before installing this pack as you will end up with lots of redundant files and less risk of something going wrong.
 
The model itself has been heavily modified by Ravenclaw, so you know it will be of the highest quality.
 
All skins are now jpegs and all are new......no two skins are the same regards to weathering etc.
 
All new bump maps.
 
Please read the readme for additional information.
 
 
Again, many thanks to Ravenclaw for the time he has spent helping me with this project.

This is an upgrade/ Enhancement for the Third Wire DLC A-4K Skyhawk.
 
 
You will need the DLC A-4K: https://store.thirdw...m/store_dlc.htm
 
 
Instillation: As usual simply drop into your mods folder and allow it to override when prompted. (This is important as the export end year date in the AIM-9G is incorrect etc)
 
 
Changes include:
 
-a more realistic loadout.ini file,
 
-correcting of the air intake textures on all the textures,
 
-corrections to the squadron markings on the ‘Green’ and ‘Maritime Grey’ textures,
 
-accurate Royal New Zealand Airforce Pilot,
 
-activation of the tail hook,
 
-opening canopy,
 
-landing light,
 
-various other data.ini edits.
 
-a few shots of chaff in each airbrake to simulate the practise of filling the airbrakes with chaff to give the aircraft a limited ability to deploy a onetime burst of chaff by activating the airbrake.
 
 
Use the single mission editor to select and make use of some unique RNZAF A-4 loadouts
 
 
Credits:
 
-ravenclaw_007 for his amazing weapons packs
 
-NeverEnough for the FMA IA-58a Pucara for SF2 which I used the triple and double rocket pods from to create the CRV-7 double and triple launchers from.
 
 
Enjoy,
 
Dan.