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SF2 F-16C/D Block 60 Fictional USAF Squadrons.


SF2 F-16C/D Block 60 Fictional USAF Squadrons.
Viper63a

 

There are rumors swirling around that the USAF will be upgrading their aging, but much needed F-16 Falcons. I knew about Spudknocker's UAE F16E/Fs and Dtmdragon's New Zealand F-16C/Ds with CFTs, but why should they have all the fun? Here are some USAF F-16C(E)/D(F) Falcon Avengers!

 

Enjoy!

 

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Please read this entire readme (at least the Installations section) before you attempt to install this mod! This mod is complete in it's own, but their are some options you need to be aware of.
This mod was created using all, many or some elements from the following mods listed below. I just repainted and mixed some stuff around - ALL CREDIT GOES to these people and the faithful modders on CombatAce...

 

* First and foremost - The Viper Team's F-16 Package.
* Spudknocker's F-16E/F Block 60 Desert Falcon mod.
* Dtmdragon's New Zealand F-16C/D Block 52+ mod.

 

This mod includes...

 

- USAF F-16C (E) Block 60 Squadrons:
13th FS "Panthers", 35th FW Misawa AFB
14th FS "Samurais", 35th FW Misawa AFB
16th WS "Tomahawks", 57th WG Nellis AFB
35th FS "Pantons", 8th FW Kusan AFB
36th FS "Fiends", 51st FW Osan AFB
80th FS "Headhunters", 8th FW Kusan AFB
480th FS "Warhawks", 52nd FW Spangdahlem AFB
510th FS "Buzzards", 31st FW Aviano AFB
555th FS "Triple Nickel", 31st FW Aviano AFB

 

- USAF F-16D (F) Block 60 Squadrons:
17th WS "Hooters", 57th WG Nellis AFB
422nd TS "Green Bats", 53rd WG Nellis AFB

 

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Note: This mod was tested only in a fully merged SF2 install...

 

Main Mod in "To_Mod_Folder" folder.
* All new skins created using the Viper Team's F-16 skin templates.
* All new tail number decals 010 > 099 for years 2014 > 2018.
* All new color squadron, wing and command patch shield decals.
* All New Hangar, Loading and Load Out files.
* Updated/Modified (minor tweaks) to the INI and some TGA files.
* Includes a subset of (Viper Team) Weapons for use with this pack.
* All jets sounds were reset to default to reduce conflicts.

 

Optional (but not really) in "Optional_Effects" Folder.
* Updated AB flame, exhaust smoke, missile emitters.

 

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Note! BACKUP your EFFECTS, FLIGHT and OBJECTS folders! Saves a lot of heart-ache and time!
Note! My Mod folder looks something like this...your may/will be different...

 

C:\Users\<MyName>\Saved Games\ThirdWire\StrikeFighters <XXXXX>

 

Installations: So here we go...there are 3 ways to install this mod...

 

1) Cowboy (also called the "Damn the torpedoes!") method...
* You backed up, right? This method changes some common effects shared by all planes.
* Unzip the new mod and copy the contents in the "To_Mod_Folder" and "Optional_Effects" to your SF2 mod folder.
* Overwrite when prompted.
* You're done, see if you like the new planes and effects.

 

2) Veteran Viper Pilot method...(You already have Viper Team F-16's installed)...
* Even veterans know they need to backup...Right?
* Unzip the new mod and >> COPY ONLY << the contents in the "To_Mod_Folder" to your SF2 mod folder.
* Overwrite when prompted.
* If you want to try out my new optional effects, copy the contents in the "Optional_Effects" folder to your SF2 mod folder. These are common effects that affects most planes in the game...this is why these are optional.
* Overwrite when prompted.
* You're done, see if you like the new mods.

 

3) Who is the "Viper Team" method...(WELCOME ABOARD!)...
* BACKUP your EFFECTS, FLIGHT and OBJECTS folders in your SF2 mod folder!
* Download and install the F-16C Block 50/52 by The Viper Team...
http://combatace.com/topic/72842-f-16c-block-5052-by-the-viper-team/
* Unzip the new mod and >> COPY ONLY << the contents in the "To_Mod_Folder" to your SF2 mod folder.
* Overwrite when prompted.
* If you want to try out my new optional effects, copy the contents in the "Optional_Effects" folder to your SF2 mod folder. These are common effects that affects most planes in the game...this is why these are optional.
* Overwrite when prompted.
* You're done, see if you like the new mods.

 

Restore your back ups if you want to go back to your original configuration...
If you find any bugs or issues, please let me know via PM, Mod Review or Topic Discussion...

 

Thanks!

 

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Credits!!!

 

The Viper Team for their EXCELLENT F-16s!
Ravenclaw_007 for his new weapon packs.
Spudknocker's work that inspired me to make this pack.
Dtmdragon's original work that made this pack possible.

 

If I missed anyone...Please excuse and let me know, so I can give credit where it is due...

 

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DIsclaimer!!! I am NOT on the Viper Team. We just share the name...LOL

 

=Viper63a=


 

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I hope Uncle Sam follows your what if, viper63a!  I know the F-16 is getting old, but it deserves some attention, it was/is one of the best multirole fighters that history ever witnessed.  Oh, and BTW, nice mod as usual, keep up the good work, mate!

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I read somewhere that the Falcon was a worthy replacement for the Mustang. I think the comparison to a legend says it all.

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This Fighter is the best fighter ever developed in numbers, developed as multirole nothings could replace this bird untill now..

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I heard they are releasing a F-16V - for Viper. Sounds pretty cool. Not sure if it's a game changer, but glad to see there are still upgrades for one of the best fighters ever made. 

 

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