Modern Era Aircraft

The Mirage Factory presents the mighty Mig-29 in High Def.
 
This model represents one used for exporting purposes.
 
Please Read the readme and enjoy it.
 
Cheers
 
TMF

The Mirage Factory presents the mighty Mig-29 in High Def.
 
This model represents is for use in WOI
 
Please Read the readme and enjoy it.
 
Cheers
 
TMF

This is the latest, modern version of the Tornado F.3 as it is used by RAF today.
 
Don't be so excited, it might be so a complete aeroplane, but the changes are minimal,since RAF tried to update the F.3 as ...less as possible: It is well known the AMRAAM fiasco it was only in 2004 the F.3s finally received a proper AMRAAM capability.
 
My add-on is about these,AMRAAM capable F.3s.
 
INSTALLATION:
 
If you haven't installed Bobrocks's F.3, please follow the instructions faithfully as they are on the file QUICKSTART F.3AOP.
 
If you have already, be sure that you put all the necessary sounds in the sound folder and that you 're going to add all the necessary weapons using the weapon editor.
 
ADDED BONUS:
 
Data for the Sky Flash 6000 series are provided.F.3 AOP can use this missile, however it was carried normally by the standard F.3s since 1988.
 
The credit should really go to:
 
 
Main 3d modeling and programming:
 
bobrock
 
FM and avionics advisors:
 
Crusader, starfighter2
 
Sounds:
 
Spillone104
 
Pilots:
 
Aleks, Canadair, Erikgen, NGHENGO,
Silverbolt, Spillone104, triplethr3at
 
Skins:
Syrinx
 
 
 
EDIT:
 
The changes might be minimal, but still they are highly enjoyable and the AIM-120C-5 suits very well to the Tornado...Don't hesitate to download,you won't regret it.A very fast plane (especially in low alt) with a very powerful radar (comparable with last generation fighters), C-5 extra boosting time and new warhead masks very well Tornado inabilities...you might be surprised.

F-15CJ Kai I Eagle Version 1.0 2009
 
F-15CJ Kai Program
 
The F-15CJ Kai Improvement Program program made by Mitsubishi.
 
F-15CJ Kai is that a updated version of F-15CJ. The main updated part of F-15CJ Kai is updated AN/APG-63 to AN/APG-63(V)1fand the AAM-3 AAM-4,maybe AAM-5.
 
AAM-4 is a Japanese made Active Homing Missile based US AIM-7M,same to US Aim-120.
 
The ECM Jammer form J/ALQ-8 updated to J/ALQ-8 Kai,and RWR updated from J/APR-4 to J/APR-4 Kai
 
The first F-15CJ Kai first flown on 7 18, 2003.And in 2008, F-15CJ kai beganed mass product,and into sevice.
 
I Moded Dave's F-15CJ to F-15CJ kai type.
 
 
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F-15CJ Eagle
 
Original Model by Flying Toaster
 
Additional Model Work by Wpnssgt
 
Flight Model by Fubar512
 
INI work by MJ and USAFMTL-----------I Moded some InI into F-15CJ Kai
 
Effects by Deuces
 
Sounds by Fubar512
 
Skins by Scrapper from Push to Far V1.3
 
Original F-15 Cockpit by Kesselbrut modified to an F-15C (BETA) by Wpnssgt
 
Avionics Iused WOE F-15A avionics enhancement v1.0 by Crusader
 
Weapon AAM-3,AAM-5 by Talos,AAM-4 by Jv44kt and Erwin_Hans
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J-10A Beta
 
Some ini updated,new cockpit.
 
Late Beta version need still some work...

My long overdue "What If..." aircraft turning the F-5E Tiger II into a Wild Weasel Style aircraft.
 
Thanks to
The Mirage Factory - F-5E Tiger II
Mike1 - Singapore Tiger Skin
 
Jake
 
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Update 07/05/07
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Rocket Bore Sight Ajustments
ECM Station Ajustments
Loadout Ajustments

My pack is sill beta & will be updated at some times, but unnecessary to change all pack.
 
All changes will be in THIS file (With Update History, of course).
 
Update 1.0
 
- Corrected RCS in Data.ini
 
- added missid Mi-29 sound
 
- added Russian A-A missiles ini, missed in pack (R-73E, R-73ME, R-60MK ect) + corrected ini for R-27 & R-73 & R-60 & R-77 family missiles.
 
also added beatyful Krizis R-73 & R-60 & R-77 models, if you still do not have it
 
new weapons list [used in loadout.ini]
 
R-60 [b.Y. R-60T with CORRECTED NAME & INI]
R-60M [b.Y. R-60TM with CORRECTED NAME & INI]
R-60K Aphid-A [export Only]
R-60MK Aphid-A [export Only]
R-73 1st version in service since 1984
R-73E [export Only]
R-73M 1989 year version
R-73ME Aphid-A [export Only]
R-74 [semi what if not have all data]
R-27R1 [export Only]
R-27T ['Homeuse' version]
 
Update 1.01
 
- R-77 ini enties fixed (model name from R-77 to R77, see support topics)
- update history.txt added to update.pack
 
Update 1.02
 
- Radar scales changed, reason: RCSmodifier now working, no need to decrease range for realistic
 
- FM updated, Alpha stall set to 24Deg For early models, 30Deg for M & above.

Fictional version of a gunship based on the C-130J with improved performance and precision strike capability.
 
Read the Readme.txt

AC-130U as flown by the USAF from 1995.
 
Read the Readme.txt

MiG-29 Pack Beta
 
Mod for MiG-29 by wpnssgt model
 
Sound by Spillone104
 
Cockpit by 76.IAP-Blackbird
 
Used some skin from THIS site.
 
MiG-29 (9-12)
MiG-29G (9-12A)
MiG-29 (9-13)
MiG-29BM (9-13BM) Belorussian Modification [~60 Planes]
MiG-29S (9-13S) AHM capable version
MiG-29N (9-12SD/SE mix) Malaysia
MiG-29M (9-15) [Almost What if...]
MiG-29K (9-31) [Almost What if...]
MiG-29SMT (9-17) 9-12 modernized
MiG-29KI (9-41) updated 9-31 for India
MiG-35-1 [1-seat version]
 
Installation
 
- copy Aircrafts to Aircraft folder
 
- copy FT & pylons LOD to Weapons folder
 
- copy sound to Sounds folder
 
Update: FM, Avionics, new model Details.
 
Note: FM model is HARD & NOT fully COMPLITED. Avionics & FM was created to reference ORIGINAL MiG-29 manuals (Combat usage & Practical Aerodynamics), i can send You these books (PDF).
 
Note: Sapsan Pod created by Erwin Hans as part of Su-27SM, Su-30MKK, Su-35BM, Su-30KN & other planes.
 
New Aicraft Faring created by FAKE pilot metod (source included, free to USE & MODIFICATION).
 
P.S. BaseRCSModifier Parameter is wrong
 
- open data.ini for all planes
 
- find [detect] section
 
- set
 
BaseRCSModifier=0.1 for MiG-35, MiG-29SMT, MiG-29KI
BaseRCSModifier=0.2 for MiG-29M
BaseRCSModifier=0.3 for MiG-29K, MiG-29BM, MiG-29S,
BaseRCSModifier=0.6 for MiG-29N
BaseRCSModifier=1.0 for MIg-29C
BaseRCSModifier=1.2 for MiG-29, MiG-29G
 
!!!!About sound: open *.data.ini -> find [sound] section, change: EngineSoundName=RD-33-1
or download sound on link ay support topic http://www.filefactory.com/file/af04h61/n/MiG29Engine_rar
 
 
Any help is WELCOMED. [FM & 3D work]

The Panavia Tornado Air Defence Variant was developed by Panavia on RAF specific request for a long range interceptor to replace the aging fleet of Phantom and Lightning. It featured advanced avionics, supersonic speed at all altitudes and the capability of keeping station far from base and for a long period of time.
 
Detailed read me included for further details.
 
Good hunting
bobrock

F-2000 (BRAZILIAN MIRAGE 2000D)
 
This mod is created to depict the two seat Mirgae 2000 aircraft used currently by the Brazilian airforce
 
Instalation------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1-Simply drop the Mirage 2000Br folder into your aircraft folder
(you must have the previouse Mirage 2000D mod by AMOKOFLOO inorder to have the proper weapons and sounds
2-go fly
 
Credits----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Skin by=Denis Oliveria
Mirage 200D by=AMOKFLOO
Special thanks= Silverbolt

A-4TMod Skyhawk II for WOE
 
Upgraded version of the French Navy A-4T.
 
New cockpit, better avionics and integrated chaffs and flares.
 
This add-on includes 2 low-visibility skins covering flotilles 11F and 17F.
 
Credits :
 
Aircraft : Thirdwire.
Avionics and cockpit from the A-4AR by The Wrench (original model from the Krestrel by Julhem).
Skin special adviser : Sony Tuckson.
Templates : Sundowner.
Tanks : Marcfighter.
 
Thanks to Sony Tuckson and Peyo for their help and time.
 
If I forgot to acknowledge somebody it was unintentionnal, let me know and it will be corrected.

MiG-31B(BS) Mig-31 update
 
Model & skin- Veltro2K
 
Sound by Spillone104
 
Cockpit by Erwin_Hans (F-8IIM-Early-96 cockpit) [repainted in blue color for Hystorical accuracy]
 
Radar Screen by Veltro2K
 
changes between MiG-31B(1990) & Mig-31(1981):
 
- New powerful R-33S missile
 
- 4 wing pylons for R-40TD, R-60M
 
- Refueling capable (new B only)
 
- New Zaslon-A Radar
 
I re-calculated Engine tables. some other values changed.
 
Use F-8IIM early cockpit like very compatible (see photos ), it can alse used for MiG-31 & Mig-31B(BS)
 
Updated ini & cockpit for MiG-31 are included, added R-40 pod. This items needs for using R-40 missiles on MiG-31, will replace R-33 number 2, in this cause.
 
MiG-31 have only 2 wing pylons for weapons (2 R-40TD or 4 R-60), outer wing pylons only for FT. (Source: MiG site)
 
Mig-31BS is MiG-31 updated to MIG-31B standart. All russian MIG-31 updated to MiG-31B standart in 1990-1999. Difference between B & BS is refueling option.
 
About weapons: plane used PTB-2500 ft, R-33S from my weapons pack, but i include updated ini for this + R-33S ini. To many R-33 versions exist in CA site, include one of this, sorry i forget who is autor, so sorry for this. I include my weapons in this pack. Alternative Russian A-A missiles ini included. (added more variants R-73, R-60,R-27 Export only & non export for expl & some others)
 
Export Only versions (Reducted accuracy)
 
- R-27R1
 
- R-27T1
 
- R-73E
 
- R-73ME
 
- R-60K
 
- R-60MK
 
Internal use versions (For USSR/Russia & WP) R-27R, R-27T, R-73, R-73M, R-73M2, R-74, R-60, R-60M
 
P.S. MIG-31M & BM data.ini small fix (detect section)
 
must be:
 
MUST BE:
 
[DetectSystem]
Reference Name=S-800Zaslon-M
RadarType=AIR_INTERCEPT
RangeUnit=KM
 
&
 
[DetectSystem]
Reference Name=S-800Zaslon-BM
RadarType=AIR_INTERCEPT
RangeUnit=KM
 
in otherwise Wingman can't launch AHM's

Taiwan F-16A Block 20
 
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This is RoCAF F-16A Block 20. Taiwan bought 150 F-16A fighters from US in 1997.
 
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3D Model by the Mirage Factory
 
Flight Model by the Mirage Factory
 
Pilot by IAFmars
 
Hangar and Loading Screen by IAFmars
 
Skins by dczone and Coolhand29
 
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Warning:I changed "vf103MF" pilot and finish a Taiwan's pilot.So if you want use this Taiwan pilot,you must copy your "vf103MF" pilot.
Besides,if you didn't Install the Mirage Factory's F-16A,you will can't hear any sounds and can't own seat or effects.
 
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Installation insctructions:
 
Install all files into your objects/aircraft folder.
 
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My E-mail:iafc@sohu.com
 
Have fun!
 
IAFmars

MiG-31M & update for MiG-31BM
 
Model - 101TFS + Wrench ini update
 
Sound by Spillone104
 
Cockpit by Erwin_Hans (F-8IIM-Early-96 cockpit)
 
Radar Screen by Veltro2K
 
changes between MiG-31B(1990) & Mig-31M(~1995-1997):
 
- New powerful R-37 missile
 
- 6 Fuselage pylons for AHM (R-33S or R-37)
 
- 4 wing pylons for R-77(M,T) & R-73
 
- ECM pylons on wings (fuselage ECM removed)
 
- new Engine D-30F-6M (SLThrustDry=91000.0 SLThrustWet=165000.0)
 
- Gun removed
 
I re-calculated Engine tables. some other values changed.
 
Use F-8IIM early cockpit like very compatible (see photos ), it can alse used for MiG-31 & Mig-31B(BS)
 
Updated ini & cokpit for MiG-31BM are included.
 
About weapons: plane used PTB-2500 ft, R-37, R-77M,T from my weapons pack, but i include updated ini for this + R-33S ini. To many R-33 versions exist in CA site, include one of this, sorry i forget who is autor, so sorry for this. I include my weapons in this pack. Alternative Russian A-A missiles ini included. (added more variants R-73 Export only & non export for expl & some others)
Note R-33S is more powerful version of R-33 (160 km range), created for MiG-31B(BS) in 1985-90
 
MiG-31M was created in 1990-1997 (small serie - 6 planes), It was accepted to refuse the PURE interceptor in favour of multipurpose BM. However recently the capability of modernisation of part MiG-31B in MiG-31M is discussed.
 
P.S. Just kill 2 F-16MLU at 219km & 165Km Range...

Tu-22KD
Version 1.1
December 2008
 
!!!This addon is only for full patched and up to date game (last Patch 2008) Early patches don`t show the cockpit the way it should!!
 
The Tu-22 was originally intended as a supersonic replacement for the Tupolev Tu-16 bomber. The design, designated Samolët 105 by Tupolev,
was drawn in 1954, but the first flight of the prototype did not take place until 21 June 1958. The availability of more powerful engines,
and the TsAGI discovery of the Area rule for minimizing transonic drag, led to the construction of a revised prototype, the 105A. This first
flew on 7 September 1959.
 
The first serial-production Tu-22B bomber, built at Kazan Factory No. 22, flew on 22 September 1960, and the type was presented in the
Tushino Aviation Day parade on 9 July 1961. It initially received the NATO reporting name 'Bullshot,' which was deemed inappropriate,
then 'Beauty,' which was felt to be too complimentary, and finally 'Blinder.' Soviet crews called it "Shilo" (awl) because of its shape.
Tu-22 Blinder landing
 
The Tu-22 entered service in 1962 and 1963, but it experienced considerable problems, leading to widespread inserviceability and a number
of crashes. Amongst its many faults was a tendency for skin heating at supersonic speed, distorting the control rods and causing poor
handling. The landing speed was 100 km/h (62 mph) higher than previous bombers and the Tu-22 had a tendency to pitch up and strike its
tail on landing, though this problem was eventually resolved with the addition of electronic stabilization aids. Even after some of its
teething problems had been resolved, the 'Blinder' was never easy to fly, and it was maintenance-intensive.
 
Pilots for the first Tu-22 squadrons were selected from the ranks of "First Class" Tu-16 pilots, which made transition into the new aircraft
difficult, as the Tu-16 had a co-pilot, and many of the "elite" Tu-16 pilots selected had become accustomed to allowing their co-pilots to
handle all the flight operations of the Tu-16 except for take-off and landings. As a consequence, Tu-16 pilots transitioning to the
single-pilot Tu-22 suddenly found themselves having to perform all the piloting tasks, and in a much more complicated cockpit. Many, if not
most of these pilots were unable to complete their training for this reason. Eventually pilots began to be selected from the ranks of the
Su-17 "Fitter" crews, and these pilots made the transition with less difficulty.
 
By the time the Tu-22B (Blinder-A) entered service it was already clear that its operational usefulness was limited. Despite its speed,
it was inferior to the Tu-16 in combat radius, weapon load, and serviceability. Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev felt that ballistic
missiles were the way of the future, and bombers like the Tu-22 were in danger of cancellation. As a result, only 15 (some sources say 20)
Tu-22Bs were built.
 
A combat-capable reconnaissance version, the Tu-22R ('Blinder-C'), was developed alongside the bomber, entering service in 1962. The Tu-22R
had an aerial refueling probe that was subsequently fitted to most Tu-22s, expanding their radius of operation. 127 Tu-22Rs were built, 62
of which went to the AVMF for maritime reconnaissance use. Some of these aircraft were stripped of their camera and sensor packs and sold
for export as Tu-22Bs, although in other respects they apparently remained more comparable to the Tu-22R than to the early-production
Tu-22Bs. A trainer version of the 'Blinder,' the Tu-22U ('Blinder-D') was fielded at the same time, with a raised cockpit for an instructor
pilot. The Tu-22U had no tail guns, and was not combat-capable. 46 were produced.
 
To try to salvage some offensive combat role for the Tu-22 in the face of official hostility, the Tu-22 was developed as a missile carrier,
the Tu-22K ('Blinder-B'), with the ability to carry a single Raduga Kh-22 (AS-4 'Kitchen') stand-off missile in a modified weapons bay. The
Tu-22K was deployed both by DA (Strategic Aviation) and AVMF (Naval Aviation).
 
The last Tu-22 subtype was the Tu-22P ('Blinder-E') electronic warfare version, initially used for ELINT electronic intelligence gathering.
Some were converted to serve as stand-off ECM jammers to support Tu-22K missile carriers. One squadron was usually allocated to each Tu-22
regiment.
 
The Tu-22 was upgraded in service with more powerful engines, in-flight refueling (for those aircraft that didn't have it initially), and
better electronics. The -D suffix (for Dalni, long-range) denotes aircraft fitted for aerial refueling.
 
Tu-22s were exported to Iraq and Libya in the 1970s. An Egyptian request was turned down after the cooling of Soviet-Egyptian relations
in the wake of the Yom Kippur War.
 
Updated one ini file, so the probe cast some shadow ;-)

All I did was to modify the AVIONICS.INI to block II configuration, mainly simulating the APG-79 AESA radar, using the VFA-213 skins
(VFA-213 has block II planes).You NEED to have the original F/A-18F installed first, because all the the effects, pilot, weapons etc. are NOT included.
 
Be aware:
 
-This is NOT a 100% correct F/A-18F Block II plane, since if we want to follow reality faithfully a modified -almost new- cockpit is needed.
- I haven't found a detailed performance description of the APG-79 radar, so some changes are in reality "best guess".
 
So the Credit should really go to:
 
Skin by SidDogg
 
Template by 101tfs and Erwin_hans
 
3D Model by 101tfs
 
Flight Model by Erwin_hans
 
INI work by 101tfs and Erwin_hans
 
Effects by 101tfs and Erwin_hans
 
Original F/A-18A/B Cockpit by TMF modified to an F-18E/F by Erwin_hans.
 
And last but not least: Remember this is a FREEWARE!!

This is the almost-finished 2020 Terminator that was left in my HD for more than a month.I was stuck in making the right skin (I admit I am not good at it)and it was left unreleased.Now I want to offer it to you the way it is, because if not now it doesn't make any sense later.I use the seytan skin from EVRO, sounds from SPILLONE and the avionics are using elements from the F-4ES mod of ULTRAMAX.
 
Please have latest weapon packs installed.
 
I have in my HD a few more projects, that is a
 
- Lightning F.2A
- An updated F7U
- A Kurnass 2000
- various MiG-21s and J-7s
- F/A-18 upgrades
 
I am going to release them soon, unfinished or not doesn't matter, 'cause I feel is better to just release them and let someone else improve them.If someone else is working on such projects, please let me know, and I would gladly give you my work before release, as long as I am mentioned.

Grumman F-29A Polecat.
 
Read the Readme.txt file for installation instructions and credits.
 
Enjoy!
 
Dels

CJ-6 of the PLAAF
A great aircraft.The Sweet Memory of almost all PLAAF pliots.
 
Important note!
Don`t use this addon for any commercial use,or any use against China or the PLA and so on.
If you post this addon to other places,please announce that it is made by fallout3 from CombatACE and the insky forum.
 
Make skins and other addons with this plane freely,but please announce the original 3Dmodel,skin and so on are made by fallout3 in the readme files.
 
Happy hunting!
 
Requires cockpit from T-34 Mentor by SFP1 Dev A-Team
 
USE THE "TOGGLE ARRESTOR HOOK" KEY TO TOGGLE CANOPY
 
Flying Note:
Take off speed:150km/h
Landing speed with flaps fully down:150km/h

CJ-6B of the PLAAF
A great aircraft.Some CJ-6s have weapons,2X7.62mm machinegun,2 bombs.
I changed the two machineguns into cannons,for 7.62mm is not powerful enough in WOE.
 
BTW,this plane is "heavy and slow" in WOE,in fact,CJ-6 is a very quick and light plane,and very easy to control.
The FM need some tweak.
 
Important note!
Don`t use this addon for any commercial use,or any use against China or the PLA and so on.
If you post this addon to other places,please announce that it is made by fallout3 from CombatACE and the insky forum.
 
Make skins and other addons with this plane freely,but please announce the original 3Dmodel,skin and so on are made by fallout3 in the readme files.
 
Happy hunting!
 
Requires the cockpit from the T-34 Mentor by SFP1 Dev A-Team.
 
USE THE "TOGGLE ARRESTOR HOOK" KEY TO TOGGLE CANOPY

Hi everyone
 
I used the great Mirage 2000-D from Amokfloo to make a Mirage 2000-N (Nuclear) flown by the EC 02.004
 
"La Fayette" based at Luxeuil-St Sauveur afb (France).
 
The Mirage 2000-N are designed to carry ASMP nuclear missile, but they could also carry common bombs.
 
I didn't choose this option, because the Mirage 2000-D is pretty efficient to accomplish those strike
 
missions. So this is an EXCLUSIVE nuke launcher.
Feel free to modify the loadout as you want.
 
INSTALLATION:
 
- Drop the Mirage 2000N in your "Aircraft" folder
- Drop the France2.bmp and France2.LOD in your "Aircraft" folder
- Drop the M2NWing.bmp and M2NWing.LOD in your "Weapons" folder, add the line to the Weapondata.ini,
 
and make the usual stuff with the WeaponEditor.
- The ASMP nuclear missile is already is the latest weapons pack, so you don't need to add it.
 
(Seat switching in Cockpit with the "Gunsight Mode Toggle" Key (Caged mode is the back seat, there you
 
are at beginning of the mission!))
 
PS: I quickly repainted the France1 pilot, but I don't remember who it belongs to, so sorry for that !

The Xian JH-7 Flounder
 
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These from Wiki:
 
The Xian JH-7 (Jian Hong-7; NATO reporting name Flounder[1]), also known as the FBC-1 (Fighter/Bomber China-1) Flying
 
Leopard, is a two-seater (tandem), twin-engine fighter-bomber in service with the People's Liberation Army Naval Air Force
 
(PLANAF), and the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). The main contractors are Xian Aircraft Industry Corporation
 
(XAC) and the 603nd Aircraft Design Institute,now named First Aircraft Institute of AVIC-1. The first batch of JH-7 aircraft
 
were delivered to the PLANAF in the mid-1990s for evaluation, and the improved JH-7A variant entered service in 2004.
 
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JH-7
 
Skins by YEYEYE
 
3D Model by YEYEYE
 
Flight Model by Erwin_hans
 
INI work by YEYEYE and Erwin_hans
 
Effects by YEYEYE and Erwin_hans
 
PLAAFpilot by YEYEYE
 
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1, unzip the JH-7A.rar
 
2,Copy ALL files from JH-7A folder to :
 
Strike Fighters\Objects\aircraft
 
3,then............enjoy it
 
 
 
******** EVERYONE CAN USE THESE MODELS for all Third Wire projects, as you want.************************
 
 
Erwin_Hans,YEYEYE
 
 
 
----------------Inksy Group 2008
 
 
 
And this is a BETA aircraft. need ini fixed.
 
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Introduction
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The Atlas Cheetah programme grew out of South Africa's requirement for a modern fighter and strike aircraft in the 1980s. There was a need for more advanced aircraft to attain an edge over the ever more sophisticated Soviet aircraft such as the MiG-23 being supplied to Angolan and Cuban forces in action against South African forces in the Border War. Furthermore, the increasing cost of maintenance due to sanctions and the age of the aircraft used by SAAF had to be addressed. The arms embargo imposed at the time by United Nations Security Council Resolution 418 prevented South Africa from purchasing new aircraft from other countries, thus making an upgrade of existing aircraft the only option. By this stage, the South African aviation industry had reached the level of technical capability to make a large and sophisticated upgrade possible, leading the SAAF to make the only possible decision, to radically upgrade one of the existing types in service.
 
At the time the SAAF's fast jet fleet consisted of Dassault Mirage III (EZ/CZ/BZ/DZ/D2Z/RZ/R2Z) aircraft and Mirage F1 (AZ/CZ) aircraft. Though the Mirage F1s were the most modern of the fleet, having been delivered from 1977 onwards, they were the primary element of South Africa's air defence and strike fleet and to withdraw them for an upgrade would have left an unacceptable gap in its air defence and strike capability. In addition there were already a few successful Mirage III upgrades from which to learn, such as the Kfir and Mirage III NG, so the SAAF's Mirage III fleet was chosen as the basis for the upgrade.
(Source: Wikipedia)
 
This mod, based on Mirage Factory's Mirage IIIE and using (temporarily) the cockpit from the Kfir C7, represents the ultimate evolution of the Mirage III family, the Atlas Cheetah C.
 
 
Credits
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Thanks to Olivier ANGUILLE and the whole of Mirage Factory for his great airplanes, as well as for his kind permission to distribute his model packed with my mod, making installation easy.
 
My thanks also go to Anton Dyason from IPMS SA (http://newsite.ipmssa.za.org/) for his permission to use some of his pictures for the hangar screen.