WW2 Aircraft Skins

F4F-4 Wildcat Skin, Generic US Navy, 1942; for SF/WoV/WoE PTO installs
 
This is a somewhat "Generic" skin set for use by US Navy VF (Fighter Squadrons) for the March 1942 - January 1943 timeframe. It represents NO single squadron (hence the "generic" tile) and therefore can be used for any and all Wildcat squadrons as based aboard American aircraft carriers from Midway through the end of the Guadalcanal campaign timeframe, and probably for USMC squadrons as well (albeit with slightly different BuNums...).
 
It's the standard non-specular blue over gray, with stars in all 6 positions. As US carrier fighter squadrons seemed to have gone under an 'expansion' aboard ship; from the usual pre-war 15-18 aircraft, to 24-28 per squadron (ie: at Midway the average was 24), I've supplied individual "plane-in-grope" numbers for 36 aircraft, although only 28 are activated in the numbers.lst. These "modex" numbers are in the as-specified black, although research has indicated some squadrons may have used white (ie: Yorktown at Midway). This will in no way detract from it's usage. Aircraft type name and BuNum decals are also supplied; actual -4 serial numbers - it can probably be safely assumed these WERE used on combat aircraft.
 
-= NOTE: You MUST have the Bunyap Weapons Pak of 6/06 to get the WW2 weapons and guns and such =-
-== This aircraft has been tested in SF/WoV/WoE and post-patch WoI (8/08) as well as post 9/08 & 10/08 SF/WoV/WoE. There still are some 'issues' with prop-plane flight models, but there has been a MARKED improvement!! You use it in these Post Patch Environments at YOUR own risk ==-
 
As expected, the usual readme with all the necessary instructions for installation is supplied ... this is a pretty straight-forward skin install, nothing fancy here This time....
 
Happy Landing!!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Grumman F4F-4 Wildcat, VF-41 'Operation Torch' Skin & Ini Pak
 
for SF/SFG/WoV/WoE WW2: MTO Installs
 
=Version 2.0 - will update and REPLACE the original from 2005=
 
This package contains a new skin, and some minor data & cockpit ini mods for Pasko's F4F-4 "Wildcat". It is designed to TOTALLY replace the VF-41 version released several years ago.
 
The skin represents VF-41 "Red Rippers" based aboard USS RANGER during Operation Torch, the Invasion of North Africa (well, actually, we all know it was Morocco and Tunisia, but why quibble???)
 
This new skin, like the other Wildcat skins I've done recently, is from my home-grown template, with all redrawn panel, rivet and other details. It has been resized to 1024x, so has a bit more detail than the older 512 version. All new decals, of the correct font and size have been created for the Modex and BuNums. The BuNums ARE for -4 Wildcats, but I was unable to acertain WHICH exact numbers were used by VF-41 during Torch. So, consider them as 'generic'; accurate, but generic <grin>
 
For those that haven't updated their MTO install's F4F-4, all the inis and sounds from the PTO Wildcat Upgrade are included; new data, cockpit and Main ini --so make sure you follow the instructions below!!!
The cockpit ini makes use of a new WW2 N-3 gunsight tga.
Like it's PTO brother, the canopy has been switched to an animation key (shift/0). The wingfold stays the same as originally issued; you use the bomb-bay control key (cntrl/O). As always, all the lights have been updated with accurate running, formation and landing lights. Also, the landing gear retraction sound is now the 'rachet' noise, as heard in the PTO upgrades.
A new WoE-style 'carrier deck' hangar screen, JUST for this mod is included (as it uses the VF41 skin)
 
As always, it's reccomended you unzip this package to a temp folder or your desktop, or somewhere's else that's easy to find to gain access to the rest of this readme for full, detailed install instructions.
 
Good Hunting!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Grumman F4F-4 Wildcat, Skin and Ini Pak for SF/WoV/WoE WW2: PTO Installs
 
This package contains a new skin, and some minor data & cockpit ini mods for Pasko's F4F-4 "Wildcat".
 
The skin represents VMF-223 "Bulldogs", as the squadron appeared in August, 1942, upon their arrival at Guadalcanal. They were the first US fighters to land, and be based at, what became known as Henderson Field.
The skin is based off the originals, and was created from a new template, with completly redrawn panel, rivet lines, wear, tear and various scuffs, scrapes, dings, dents and general dirtiness associated with the SoWesPac. Decals for 36 'plane in group numbers' have been included, as has the aircraft type ID, and BuNums. (100% historical accuracy is NOT claimed for the BuNums, as I could only positively confirm the one used on aircraft #13; rest assured, the others ARE actual serial numbers used on F4F-4s, but I'm unable to pin down if any were actually used by the Bulldogs on their aircraft, other then the aforementioned)
 
The data ini mods include corrected positions and the additions of, running, recognition, formation and landing lights. I've also tweeked the canopy to it opens to it's full extent; swaped out the pilot for a more US looking WW2 guy, and gave him a seat to "park it" on. -NO OTHER CHANGES HAVE BEEN EFFECTD-I!! Flight modeling remains just 'as issued'. Enhanced AI sections have been added, including the "StrafeAI" from post-patch WoI. The engine sound has also been changed (wav included!). Also, it is now fully carrier-qualified, so mission and campaign builders can use it from the CVs.
 
The cockpit ini has a new WW2 N-3 gunsight tga.
 
An experimental sound tweek has also been added, creating the ratcheting sound of the landing gear mechanism.
 
-= NOTE: You MUST have the Bunyap Weapons Pak of 6/06 to get the WW2 weapons and guns and such =-
-== This aircraft has been tested in SF/WoV/WoE and post-patch WoI (8/29/08). There still are some 'issues' with prop-plane flight models, but there has been a MARKED improvement!! You use it in WoI at YOUR own risk ==-
 
As you'd expect, there's a nice readme enclosed with detailed, step-by-step install instructions. The Commandant of the Corps requires you to do so. The usual "Notes,Comments and General BS" section might make for interestering reading too!
Feedback is requested on the new gear sound, so do let me know how it goes for you?
 
Good Hunting!
Wrench
Kevin Stein
 
ps: in case anyone is wondering WHY all these birds for use in the general Solomons area are coming out is, I'm nearly done with an upgrade for the Solomons map. I'm just awaiting the new trees and such from the Original Master of Maps Hisself.
W

VMF-312 "Day's Knights" Squadron Skin For Wolf's F4U-1 Corsair For SP1/WO* PTO Installs.
 
http://combatace.com/files/file/4363-wolfs-wwii-aircraft-pack/
 
Assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 11 on June 25, 1944, the squadron was transported to Espiritu Santo, New Hebrides, where they received 24 Corsairs. VMF-312's first combat action came on April 12, 1945 during the Battle of Okinawa as part of Marine Aircraft Group 33 (MAG-33), when four squadron aircraft intercepted 20 Japanese Zeros and achieved eight kills without a loss
 
To install: Just unzip and drop the VMF-312 Folder and the new Loadout.bmp into your F4U-1 folder, Go fly.
 
Credit's:
 
F4U-1 - WOLF (WWII Aircraft pack).
Original Readme included.
 
US Insignia tga - Unkown Thankyou.
 
See included readme for more infomation.
 
Raven
 
 

F4U-1C "Corsair" modification for SF/WoV/WoE WW2 PTO installs
 
This package is a simple mod to the existing F4U-1C created by Wolf257. It includes mods to the data, loadout and cockpit ini. There is also a new skin, representing VMF-311 in late 1944 to the end of the war time frame. And a few other bits and goodies.
 
The loadout has been modified from the original, as I've discoverd the -1Cs only used the inboard rocket rails. Also, I've changed the centerline station's drop tank type to use Geo's from his Hellcat. It's much closer to the actual shape and size. -- so you MUST have the latest weapons pak, and/or Geo's Hellcat installed to make use of his tank!!!! (it also makes real good sense to have Wolf's WW2 planes pak installed, to have the -1C Corsair, as well)
 
Please read the enclosed readme for full, detailed instructions, plus notes, comments and general mayhem.
 
Happy Landings!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

VF-85 Squadron Skin For Wolf's F4U-1C Corsair For SP1/WO* WWII PTO Installs.
 
http://combatace.com/files/file/4363-wolfs-wwii-aircraft-pack/
 
VF-85: F4U-1Cs were flown by a small number of units in the Pacific, including VF-85 off the USS Shangri-La from the spring of 1945 until the end of the war.
 
 
To install: Just unzip the VF-85 Folder and drop it into your F4U-1C folder and Go fly.
See inclosed Readme for more details and notes,credits.
 
Raven
 
Small mistake, Delete "numbers,LST" file From VF_85 folder to stop tail number no shows.
Raven

Grumman Martlet Mk I (1940-1941)
 
For the F4F-4 Wildcat by Pasko - original skin by Gramps, cockpit by Kesselbrut and FM by Starfighter.
 
The first Wildcat used by the Fleet Air Arm were 53 Grumman G-36a Martlet I, and 6 Grumman G-36a Martlet III diverted from a French order which had not been delivered before the Fall of France in 1940. The aircraft were all delivered to the British Purchasing Commission on 23 August 1940 and transferred to the first FAA unit 804 squadron at Hatston, 778 squadron at Arbroath, 759 squadron at Yeovilton and 802 squadron at Donisbristle from September through to November 1940.
 
Engine Wright R-1820-G205 Cyclone
Supercharger Single Stage - two speed
Wings Fixed
No. of Guns 4
Rounds per gun 430

Fiat CR.42CN - Falco
(Caccia Notturna - night fighter)
377 Squadriglia Autonoma, Palermo-Boccadifalco, Winter 1942
 
This squadron used the all black Cr.42 both as a night fighter and for anti-submarine patrols. The unit's most effective pilot was Tenente Luigi Torchio - 5 air victories
 
Hopefully fixed.

This is the skin of G-55 Centauro, of Agrentine Air Force, Grupo 1 Caza Interceptora.
Comming soon, Gloster Meteor y el Avreo Lancaster/Lincoln.
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Bueno aca les dejo el skin Argentino del Fiat G-55 Centauro del Grupo 1 Caza Interceptora de la FAA.
Próximamente el del Gloster Meteor y el Avreo Lancaster/Lincoln.
By JPonti

The newest and most technologically advanced fighter aeroplane in the world today, is the "Glorious Tiger Lion Monty Python Camel Terminator Eagle Of Kazakhstan That Crushes Weak Armies Such Uzbekistan Like Moth", or the easy to pronounce "GTLMPCTEOKTCWASULM" for short, or "Tiger Moth" for even shorter.
 
This is a repaint of Wrench's Nigerian AF Tiger Moth, re-decaled to look like a Kazakhstan Air Force tiger moth.
 
Credit also to RussoUK, for the excellent little bird.
 
I have been told that repaints are fair game, just give credit. This I have done, and if anyone takes offense, I will remove it.

Focke Wulf Fw-190 skin for SF, WoV & WoE WW2 Installs:
 
This is a new skin for Wolf257's Fw-190A4.
 
This skin represents Fw-190A4 from 6/JG2 in the 42/43 time frame in Western Europe/Occupied France.
It's a very basic, generic type skin as use during the time frame above. No special marking, just a very "Plane Jane" skin.
 
This, and all the other skins, can be used on any other versions of the 190, just edit the decals ini to point to the correct aircraft (also repeated in the readme)
 
The enclosed readme has simple, easy to follow instructions -- not much to, it's just as skin!
 
Enjoy!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Slight modification of the original skin for Wolf's Focke-Wulf Fw-190 for JG-26.
This mod adds individual aircraft numbers, squadron badge, corrects running light positions, adds a new gunsight, and a weathered version of the original skin.
Note: although the numbers are the correct Blockshirft font, I was too lazy to make the usual border. Enjoy it anyway :)
 
Fully detailed, step-by-step instructions are in the enclosed read me -- so PLEASE read it! It'll make everyone's life easier!!
 
With thanks to Wolf for releasing the PSD skin template (and the original aircraft as well)
 
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Focke Wulf Fw-190 skin for SF, WoV & WoE WW2 Installs:
 
This is a new skin for Wolf257's Fw-190A.
 
This skin represents Fw-190A from 3/JG2 in the 42/43 time frame in Western Europe/Occupied France.
It's a very basic, generic type skin as use during the time frame above. It carries the 'Chicken Head' (or rooster) nose badge, but not the outlined eagle shape on the fuselage, as this is an earler version.
 
Simple install instructions in the readme!
 
Simply Skinning..
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Focke Wulf Fw-190 skin for SF, WoV & WoE WW2 Installs:
 
This is a new skin for Wolf257's Fw-190A.
 
This skin represents Fw-190A from 7/JG2 in the 42/43 time frame in Western Europe/Occupied France.
It's a very basic, generic type skin as use during the time frame above.
It carries the 'Thumb on Top Hat' nose badge, as carried on their Bf-109s as well.
 
Easy to follow instruction in the enclosed readme!
 
Happy Landings!
Wrench
Kevin Stein

Focke Wulf Fw-190A5 Upgrade Package for SF, WoV & WoE WW2 ETO/SWOTL Installs:
 
This is a re-paint and rebadging of original Fw-190A5, with completly redrawn rivet and panel lines. Wolf was always good about giving us the templates with his birds, and I've put this one to VERY good use.
 
This skin represents Fw-190A5s from 3/JG2 in the 43/44 time frame in Western Europe/Occupied France (you know, about the time of D-Day). I make NO claims to historical accuracy; I have just enough knowledge of Luftwaffe camo & markings to get into trouble (but I'm getting better!), and I'm sure there are much more educated folks out there on the subject.
 
I -have- tried to make it as accurate as possible, even to getting the proper RLM colors added to my swatch list. As best I could, I even added the little warning placards around the fuselage, wings and tail. Along with the 'eagle head' shape over the fuselage. Included is the nose art for aircraft #13, as flown by 'Pips' Priller.
 
This is a complete package, replacing the original data, loadout, cockpit and main inis, due to several modifications I've effected. There are even new hangar and loading screens, 2 of each to choose from (one just being a revamp of my original). These screens can be used on any version of the Butcher Bird.
 
This skin can also be used on any other versions of the FW-190, just edit the decals ini to point to the correct mark
 
---- Please note you MUST have the latest Weapons Pack for the WW2 Axis weapons ----
(but you probably already do!!)
 
PLEASE read the enclosed readme for more, detailed instructions.
 
Good Hunting!
Wrench
kevin stein
 
More Butcher Bird goodies coming soon!

Slight modification of the modification for the Fw-190A8R 'Wurger' originally created by Bob 'howling1' Hauser.
This mod adds individual aircraft numbers, squadron badge, corrects running light positions, adds a new gunsight, and a weathered version of the original skin. Loadouts have also been 'tweeked' for more bombs on those pesky Jabo missions. A modified loadout ini has been included.
Note: although the numbers are the correct Blockshirft font, I was too lazy to make the usual border. Enjoy it anyway :)
 
Fully detailed, step-by-step instructions are in the enclosed read me -- so PLEASE read it! It'll make everyone's life easier!!
 
With thanks to Wolf for releasing the PSD skin template (and the original aircraft as well). This mod is released with the full approval of howling1. If you do not have the Wurger yet, it is available here at CombatAce in the WW2 Aircraft section.
 
Wrench
Kevin Stein

FW-200 Condor
1.KG 40
 
My take on a Condor skin. Thanks to Veltro2k for another terrific model.
 
Enjoy
 
LloydNB

These aircraft depict the P-51B Mustangs of Capt. Don Gentile and Lt. John Godfrey, 4th FG, 366 FS, "B" flight. Special thanks to Wolf257 for a very nice fighter

This skin is for Wolf's P-38F Lightning..
 
It represents the P-38 that was recovered from a Greenland ice cap & restored to flying condition,,it was a member of the famous "Lost Squadron"..
 
Installation instructions included...
 
Thanks to Wolf for making the model..

Ficticious "What If" base Green\Grey camo if the P-47N was used in Europe,WWII.
A psd layer to add to my earlier released Template for the Jug.
Add to Template as per the readme with template.

This aircraft depicts a P-51D Mustang, "Grim Reaper", s/n 44-63702, - flown by CAPT Lowell K. Brueland, 355th FS/354th FG, July-August 1944. Special thanx to Wolf257 for creating this aircraft and to Crab02 and USAFMTL for their help with the making of this skin.
 
Hope you enjoy, Pappy

This is a Gripen (JAS39C) Euro Splinter Skin Fictional for SF2 series games.
 
To install in SF2 Series just copy and paste the Swe3 folder into your JAS39C folder and Contents of the Decals folder into your Decals folder.
 
This is freeware and you can tinker with to you hearts content, but must remain freeware please.
 
Thanks to;
 
Model, Weps and Skins by Gux
 
FM by Column5
 
Avionics by Moonjumper and Jat
 
Testing by USAFMTL
 
 
Ps, The aircraft is working very well for me in SF2E. Only had to create gundata file for the 27MM_BK27. Could not get the Bk27 wave file sound to work so I have used the Vulcan Sound. All the rest you need is in KillerBee's Weapons pack for SF2.

This aircraft depicts "Helen", a P-51D Mustang of the 317th FS, 325th FG based in Italy in 1945. This aircraft was flown by ace 1LT Art Fiedler. Special thanx to Wolf257 for creating this aircraft and to Crab02 and USAFMTL for their help with the making of this skin.

Lockheed Hudson Mk III.
 
No. 2 Squadron, RNZAF 1941
 
The Lockheed Hudson served with the RNZAF from 1941 until the end of WWII, first in the general reconnaissance and bomber role and later as a transport aircraft. At the start of 1940 the RNZAF was still operating the Vickers Vincent biplane, but the British government agreed to provide New Zealand with eighteen Hudsons (March 1940). By the end of 1941 this number had been increased to thirty-six, which were used to equip Nos.1, 2 and 4 Squadrons. Eventually the RNZAF would receive 101 Hudsons (54 Mk.IIIs, 37 Mk.IIIAs, 6 Mk.Vs and 4 Mk.VIs).
 
 
 
Enjoy!
 
 
 
 
LloydNB

This is the "I-16 Mosca 71 IAP Camo" skin for the I-16-10 model made by Wolf257. This skin represents aircraft flown by V.P.Sagalaeva of the 71st IAP in defence of Leningrad in 1941. This skin comes with its own set of numbers and insignia decals.