Modern Era (4Gen+) Aircraft

AV-8B Harrier II. 
This is my humble rework of AV-8B.
Basic modding skills are required to run this mod.  (copy/paste, mod folder structure etc.) 
It is designed for and works only in SF2 series.
 
Around 2 years ago - January 2016 -  KillerBee approach me with the possibility of updating bobrock's harrier.  After some time, we had prepared the updated file ready for upload. Small changes here and there corrected few things. And great skins by Killerbee.
And then KillerBee disappeared from CA forum. Honestly, up to now, I have no contact with him. last - 4th May 2016. 
So harrier stayed on drive waiting for his comeback. But .... I couldn't resist...And iI started to mod this again. Since I had no KB skin templates I had to do all new skins...and more.
So now I am here...
It ended with a new cockpit and a whole set of new skins and decals on whole remodeled 'old' Harrier. - there is no single part of an original model that hasn't be touched/remodeled etc.
First of all...If you want to count rivets....Do not. 
Many things could be done other way....but I did it my way. So you have to bear with it.
All skins are in 4096x4096 format. So you can easily resize down. If you have problems running this in game. Resize skins to lower resolutions
Decals are based on my and KillerBee research. All serials are correct for the first version of Harrier II. Not always (but mostly) correct for a unit/year of service etc.
Big Thanks to Ravenclaw - He send me file with new ALQ-164 pod. Now it is part of the upload. 
You will find separate upload soon with Operation Desert Storm skins and decals - Only units that participated in the operation.
For some reason, I have added weapons that are present in Loadout.ini. 
Animations:
1= canopy open - close
4= refueling probe - beware of a speed limit
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for proper sound work you should add these lines into soundlist.ini
SoundFilexxx=xxxx
SoundFileXXX=USMComm_1
SoundFileXXX=Equalizer
[Equalizer]
Priority=NORMAL
Looped=TRUE
NumBuffers=2
3DSound=TRUE
DopplerEffect=FALSE
MaxDist=1000.000000
MinDist=100.000000
InsideConeAngle=360
OutsideConeAngle=360
ConeOutsideVolume=100
[USMComm_1]
Priority=NORMAL
3DSound=FALSE
NumBuffers=1
Looped=TRUE
FrequencyControl=FALSE
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Credits.
Me - whole sort of strange things - model-re-model, new cockpit, skins, decals, ini files etc.
Ravenclaw - BRU-42 ITER models. ALQ-164 model, weapons.
331Killerbee - ideas, good words, research primary work on skins and decals, work on ini files, loadouts, effects etc.
Crusaders - help with avionics ini.
bobrock- original 3d model - Thank you and thanks to KillerBee.
Sounds taken from sources offering free sound samples.
Thanks to a lot of people who helped me with this mod...Stratos, Crusader, Geary, gurru, Soulfreak,76.IAP-Blackbird, and others.
Thank you all CA users.
 
Yes I know its huge  - but I couldn't make it smaller.
Be sure to download all 4 parts and optionally - ODS skins/decals set.
 
Enjoy. I enjoyed it much when making this pack. 
Expect unexpected.
Report bugs.
Suggest changes.
 
Reference:
AV-8 TACTICAL MANUAL NWP 3-22.5-AV8B vol.I
AV-8 TACTICAL MANUAL NWP 3-22.5-AV8B vol.II
NATOPS FLIGHT MANUAL NAVY MODEL AV-8B/TAV-8B 161573 AND UP AIRCRAFT
NATOPS FLIGHT MANUAL A1-AV8BB-NFM-000 (June 1983)
a whole bunch of marines dedicated websites - that I can't remember now.
seaforces.org
gonavy.jp
navysite.de
tailspintopics.blogspot.com
Squadron Signal: 1058 Harrier in Action.
Squadron Signal: No.209 AV-8 Harrier in action
SAM Publications: US Marines AV-8B Harrier II 
Aircraft Ilustrated.Special:  Harrier
Harrier Inside and Out by Mark Attril
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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.
Bribes and donations are accepted;
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THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE 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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Kind regards.
Jarek Hereda.
 

Feb 2nd 2019
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GR.1A version 1.00
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Recon version of RAF Tonka.
Keys:
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SHIFT+1 -> canopy open
SHIFT+2 -> fuel probe
SHIFT+3 -> weapon operator cockpit
So, the most important part ... CREDITS:
Fantastic five 1st. Nothing wouldn't be possible without these guyz :
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ravenclaw_007 - weapons, documentation, 3d lessons
yakarov79 - skinning lessons, testing, damages
crusader - documentation, testing, avionics, HUD, air search radar
baffmeister - flight model
76_IAP - 3d lessons
Then Godfather of project:
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fanatic modder - testing, documentation, flight model, engine datas, inspiration
And last not least ..
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coupi - hit boxes, damages, testing, GR.1B 12sqn decals and 617 Sqn decals.
viper63 - testing, skins, loading and arming screens, pilots
durasoul,  logan4 - help with weapons, testing
florian - some parts and ideas I used in my model from his German Tornado
soulfreak - 2nd Sqn camo
citizen67 - AM loadouts (for later use on Italian Tonkas)
svetlin - testing
stratos - testing
..  and all previous Tonka creators. THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH.
guuruu - all bugs
***********************************************************************************************************
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.
***********************************************************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE 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.
***********************************************************************************************************
Have fun
Wojtek

Feb 2nd 2019
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GR.1B version 1.00
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RAF Tornado GR.1 with Sea Eagle anti-ship missiles.
Keys:
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SHIFT+1 -> canopy open
SHIFT+2 -> fuel probe
SHIFT+3 -> weapon operator cockpit
So, the most important part ... CREDITS:
Fantastic five 1st. Nothing wouldn't be possible without these guyz :
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ravenclaw_007 - weapons, documentation, 3d lessons
yakarov79 - skinning lessons, testing, damages
crusader - documentation, testing, avionics, HUD, air search radar
baffmeister - flight model
76_IAP - 3d lessons
Then Godfather of project:
------------------------------------------
fanatic modder - testing, documentation, flight model, engine datas, inspiration
And last not least ..
-------------------------------
coupi - hit boxes, damages, testing, GR.1B 12sqn decals and 617 Sqn decals.
viper63 - testing, skins, loading and arming screens, pilots
durasoul,  logan4 - help with weapons, testing
florian - some parts and ideas I used in my model from his German Tornado
citizen67 - AMI loadouts
svetlin - testing
stratos - testing
..  and all previous Tonka creators. THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH.
guuruu - all bugs
***********************************************************************************************************
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.
***********************************************************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE 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.
***********************************************************************************************************
Have fun
Wojtek

Feb 7th 2019
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GR.1 Desert Storm variant ; version 1.00
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Tornado GR.1 Gulf War 1991.
CAUTION !!!!
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This is 1st plane version with working specular maps.
They can really drop fps on weaker GPU [like my GTX 460 ;-)].
If you have this problem, there is archive of LOD without them in plane folder called :
GR1 DS faster_no_specular_LOD
Unpack and use this one.
CAUTION 2:
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DECALS: Planes that have ** before name (in planes list) were historicaly capable to use
                ALARM missiles .
Keys:
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SHIFT+1 -> canopy open
SHIFT+2 -> fuel probe
SHIFT+3 -> weapon operator cockpit
So, the most important part ... CREDITS:
Fantastic five 1st. Nothing wouldn't be possible without these guyz :
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ravenclaw_007 - weapons, documentation, 3d lessons
yakarov79 - skinning lessons, testing, damages
crusader - documentation, testing, avionics, HUD, air search radar
baffmeister - flight model, some avionics
76_IAP - 3d lessons
Then Godfather of project:
------------------------------------------
fanatic modder - testing, documentation, flight model, engine datas, inspiration
And last not least ..
-------------------------------
coupi - hit boxes, damages, testing, GR.1B 12sqn decals and 617 Sqn decals.
viper63 - testing, skins, loading and arming screens, pilots
durasoul,  logan4 - help with weapons, testing
florian - some parts and ideas I used in my model from his German Tornado
soulfreak - 2nd Sqn camo
citizen67 - AM loadouts (for later use on Italian Tonkas)
svetlin - testing
stratos - testing
..  and all previous Tonka creators. THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH.
guuruu - all bugs
************************************************************************************************************
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.
************************************************************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE 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.
************************************************************************************************************
Have fun
Wojtek

Feb 12th 2019
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Italian IDS (before MLU) version 1.0
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Italian Tornado IDS.
 CAUTION !!!!
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Base LOD is using specular maps.
They can really drop fps on slower GPUs [like my GTX 460 ;-)].
If you have this problem, there is archive of LOD without them in plane folder called :
IDS-AM faster_no_specular_LOD
Unpack and use this one.
 CAUTION 2:
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Weapons :    Since 1988 MBB-Aeritalia recce pod
                       since 1992 AGM-88
                       since 1995 CLDP laser pod --> LGBs
                       since 1998 JDAM-s
Keys:
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SHIFT+1 -> canopy open
SHIFT+2 -> fuel probe
SHIFT+3 -> weapon operator cockpit
So, the most important part ... CREDITS:
Fantastic five 1st. Nothing wouldn't be possible without these guyz :
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ravenclaw_007 - weapons, documentation, 3d lessons, BOZ, pylons
yakarov79 - skinning lessons, testing, damages
crusader - documentation, testing, avionics, HUD, air search radar
baffmeister - flight model
76_IAP - 3d lessons
Then Godfather of project:
--------------------------------------------
fanatic modder - testing, documentation, flight model, engine datas, inspiration
And last not least ..
---------------------------------
coupi - hit boxes, damages, testing, GR.1B 12sqn decals and 617 Sqn decals.
viper63 - testing, skins, loading and arming screens, pilots
durasoul,  logan4 - help with weapons, testing
florian - some parts and ideas I used in my model from his German Tornado
citizen67 - AMI loadouts, stencils, documentation
menvra - testing, AMI loadouts
spinners - hangar and loading screens
svetlin - testing
stratos - testing
paulopanz - testing
..  and all previous Tonka creators. THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH.
guuruu - all bugs
**********************************************************************************************************
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.
**********************************************************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE 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.
**********************************************************************************************************
Have fun
Wojtek

RAF and RSAF Tornado GR.1. version 1.1
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Standart RAF and Saudi strike version.
Feb 24th 2019. Version 1.1 notes:
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New strike GR.1 plane is v.1.1, however it's 1st release (just for order, comparing to older planes).
In TUTORIALS folder you will find:
- how to use bombing radar
- baffmeister's flight model notes
- L I S T   O F   W E A P O N S   I N   P A C K !
INSTALLATION:
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If you want to save some place on disc I recommend to delete older versions of Tonka_xxx,
same as weapons. You haven't to do it, but install can be cleaner.
 CAUTION !!!!
--------------------
Base LOD is using specular maps.
They can really drop fps on slower GPUs [like my GTX 460 ;-)].
If you have this problem, there is archive of LOD without them in plane folder called :
xxx faster_no_specular_LOD
Unpack and use this one.
 CAUTION 2:
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3 aircrafts in this pack:
- RAF GR.1 batch 2 with mk.101 engines
- later RAF GR.1 with Mk.103 engines
- Saudi GR.1
Keys:
--------
SHIFT+1 -> canopy open
SHIFT+2 -> fuel probe
SHIFT+3 -> weapon operator cockpit
So, the most important part ... CREDITS:
Fantastic five 1st. Nothing wouldn't be possible without these guyz :
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ravenclaw_007 - weapons, documentation, 3d lessons, BOZ, pylons
yakarov79 - skinning lessons, testing, damages
crusader - documentation, testing, avionics, HUD, air search radar
baffmeister - flight model
76_IAP - 3d lessons
Then Godfather of project:
------------------------------------------
fanatic modder - testing, documentation, flight model, engine datas, inspiration
And last not least ..
-------------------------------
coupi - hit boxes, damages, testing
viper63 - testing, skins, pilots
durasoul,  logan4 - help with weapons, testing
florian - some parts and ideas I used in my model from his German Tornado
strahi - RSAF skin
menvra - testing
spinners - hangar and loading screens, green/grey camo corrections
svetlin - testing
stratos - testing
paulopanz - testing
..  and all previous Tonka creators. THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH.
guuruu - all bugs
**********************************************************************************************************
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.
**********************************************************************************************************
THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE 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.
**********************************************************************************************************
Have fun
Wojtek

This is my Pilatus PC-21 in RAAF service. Photoshop templates are included in the aircraft folder.
It uses my AT-6B cockpit but I am working on a PC-21 cockpit and will release it along with some other minor changes later.
Please read the readme file (included) for installation instructions.
Let me know if you find any issues and I will fix them for the update.
Dels

The Embraer EMB 314 Super Tucano , also named ALX or A-29, is a Brazilian turboprop light attack aircraftdesigned and built by Embraer as a development of the Embraer EMB 312 Tucano.
 
He needs a new FM, he is not flying well.

MiG-29M SF2 EAF
Español:
El MiG-29M, representa la culminación en la modernización de los viejos MiG-29C. Presentada en la década del 80', como una alternativa a las nuevas versiones del F-16, integra mejora en aviónica, y sistema de radar, se define como un caza completamente polivalente.  La mejora de aviónica y radar aporta una serie de complemento al sistema de armas, nuevo armamento y mejor operación de la aeronave. 
Este paquete integra un MiG-29M, con los skins de uno de sus países propietarios, Egipto.
Agradecimientos a The Mirage Factory por el modelo prestado para dicha upgrade. Gracias a combatACE por permitirme subir este modelo.
Preguntas y consultas dirigirse a Kaiser1.

English:
The MiG-29M represents the culmination of the modernization of the old MiG-29C. Presented in the decade of the 80's, as an alternative to the new versions of the F16, integrates improvement in avionics, and radar system, is integrated as a fully versatile fighter. The improvement of avionics and radar provides a series of complements to the weapons system, new weapons and better operation of the aircraft.
This package integrates a MiG-29M, with the skins of one of its owner countries, Egypt.
Thanks to The Mirage Factory for the model provided for this upgrade.  Thanks combatACE for allowing me to upload this model.
Questions and queries go to Kaiser1.
Instrucciones/Instructions:
Colocar la carpeta MiG-29M en StrikeFighters2/Objects/Aircraft.
Place the MiG-29M folder in StrikeFighters2 / Objects / Aircraft.

Here's my rework of the original SF2 F-35A from FastCargo's F-35A/B/C Lightning II V 2.5 for SF2 pack. It includes USAF F-35A only, so there are no B/C or foreign operators versions (maybe I'll do them in the future). This pack was created and tested with full 5 merged install of SF2 with latest patch.
My main objective was to make this aircraft more reallistic by reworking the skins (RAM coatings, panel lines etc.), loadouts and other minor .ini changes. The afterburner is changed to the Viper Burner by The Viper Team and the pilot is changed to the one with JHMCS.
Following squadrons are included:
4th FS, 388th FW, Hill AFB, UT 31st TES, 53d TEG, Eglin AFB, FL 34th FS, 388th FW, Hill AFB, UT 58th FS, 33d OG, Eglin AFB, FL 61st FS, 56th OG, Luke AFB, AZ 62d FS, 56th OG, Luke AFB, AZ 63d FS, 56th OG, Luke AFB, AZ 422d TES, 53d TEG, Eglin AFB, FL All aircraft numbers are real and come from this site: http://www.f-16.net/aircraft-database/F-35/serials-and-inventory/airforce/USAF/
The default loadouts are all-internal. Presets with external stores are also included to use with in-game mission editor. Most weapons come from Ravenclaw's Weapons Pack 2. Loadouts do not include external fuel tanks as they are not used in real life.
Reworked skin template based on DoctorWho's template is included. It is suitable for F-35A only. Feel free to create new skins, give me credit when publishing.
Installation: 
Firstly, if you are new to SF2, please head to The Knowledge base and read about Mod Folders and installing mods. It is highly recommended to delete your previous version of F-35A from your Aircraft folder. After doing this, copy all the content of "To Mods Folder" folder to your mod folder. Overwrite when asked.
Credits:
FastCargo - original F-35A/B/C Lightning II V 2.5 for SF2 pack ravenclaw_007 - weapons The Viper Team - Viper afterburner DoctorWho - original F-35A/B skin template You can use my work included in this pack under the terms of Combatace Freeware License.