*Fast Eagle*
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The Colditz Glider:
*Fast Eagle* replied to a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
That is a great book for sure, I've read it a few times -
Looking through the cat. files
*Fast Eagle* replied to Dagger's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
I saw your pic, but I couldn't get my chaff to work -
When you got what everyone wants, they come from everywhere to get it! Seriuosly though, I have been playin flight sims and RPG's for the last 12 years. I've seen alot of sites for clans, for forums, for other things game related, hell I got 1 for SF:P1, and this site, my friend, is by far the best I've come across in the 12 years I've been playing. The people in the forums are friendly and willing to help others, and share their hard work with the players who can't make their own skins or other ingame tweaks. That says alot for those who administer and moderate this site, that you can have a site so dedicated to so many games and keep the peace and quality of content at a level that encourages people to join this fine community that you host. That also says alot about the people who belong to this community. Just about everyone who I've dealt with here has contributed something to the overall enjoyment of the game, or to the game itself. I am glad to be in the company of such fine people and current indepth info on the latest games, downloads, and players insight. BRAVO ZULU Thank you for providing a place for us all to enjoy our favorite games.
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THE CAT
*Fast Eagle* posted a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - Mods/Skinning Discussion
Hey all, I asked about this at sim hq and got mixed feelings on the subject. Why not try to put the tomcat in this game? It was in service during the games era and flew CAP in vietnam. I have all the specs and technical data if anyone wants to give it a go. Please post your opinion on this The F-14 entered the fleet in 1973, replacing the F-4 Phantom II The game lets you fly a F-4b till 1975, even though the cat replaced this aircraft in 1973, fully phasing out the navy's use of this fine piece of machinery If we are going for realism then this is a must -
I'm still stuck
*Fast Eagle* posted a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - Mods/Skinning Discussion
My dumb a$$ can't figure out how to get my name on my cockpit can anyone help me -
as the last F-86 thread as sabatoged
*Fast Eagle* replied to a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
I personally don't care if you financed, made the game yourself, and gave it away for free Dan W, but you should think about asking before accusing. Just because you HELPED develope this game does not make you god, so get off the high horse and make it possible for everyone to enjoy posting -
Brown Bits OPFOR Mig
*Fast Eagle* replied to a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - Mods/Skinning Discussion
very nice work indeed -
Some nice plane
*Fast Eagle* posted a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
MiG-15UTI, N41125 has been owned by Thomas Smith since 1996. It was built in 1954. -
All weather pics
*Fast Eagle* replied to a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
yes you definitely can, I've done it numerous times -
All weather pics
*Fast Eagle* replied to a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
I'll go get some now -
Mod Squads? Odd Squads? Your Squad?
*Fast Eagle* replied to Injun_01's topic in Virtual Squadron Chat
Of course the Pukin Dogs are in! =(VF143)= is always accepting good pilots into the squadron -
VMFA-232 has taken up station in SF!
*Fast Eagle* replied to Dagger's topic in Virtual Squadron Chat
seems so huh :D -
F-104A Pakistani AF skin
*Fast Eagle* replied to Crab_02's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - Mods/Skinning Discussion
Some German F-104GF's. They would make some cool skins -
F-104A Pakistani AF skin
*Fast Eagle* replied to Crab_02's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - Mods/Skinning Discussion
NASA test results...very interesting and informative http://www.dfrc.nasa.gov/DTRS/1971/PDF/H-636.pdf -
Some nice plane
*Fast Eagle* replied to *Fast Eagle*'s topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
More :D MiG-15 FAGOT (MIKOYAN-GUREVICH) The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-15 was originally developed in the Soviet Union as an interceptor. The RD-45 turbojet powered it, which was a copy of the Rolls Royce Nene. Designed to shoot down heavy bombers, it carried one 37mm and two 23mm cannons. German experience in WWII had shown the need for cannons larger than 20 mm to bring down four-engine heavy bombers. The prototype MiG-15 first flew in December 1947. It began appearing in service in 1949 and by 1952 it had been provided to a number of Communist satellite nations, including North Korea where it was used extensively against United Nations forces. The MiG-15 was deployed against American Air Forces in December of 1950 in Korea. On November 8, 1950, 1st Lt. Russell Brown, flying an F-80, shot down a MiG-15 in the first all-jet dogfight in history. It was apparent, however, that the MiG-15 was superior to any aircraft then in the US inventory. Initial encounters with American aircraft led to the development of the MiG-15bis (improved). Its VK-1 engine had 1,000 lbs more thrust than the RD-45 engine of the earlier version, and had hydraulic ailerons. Although the MiG-15bis could climb faster and higher than the F-86, poor turning performance and high mach instability limited its dogfight performance. In aerial combat against the F-86, the MiG-15 suffered high losses, but against the B-29 it was very effective and prevented the heavy bombers from operating in daylight Span- 33 ft. 1 1/2 in. Length- 33 ft. 3 5/8 in. Height -11 ft. 2 in. Weight -11,270 lbs. max. Armament- Two 23mm cannons and one 37mm cannon, plus rockets or 2,000 lbs. of bombs Engine -VK-1 of 6,000 lbs. thrust (copy of British Rolls-Royce "Nene" engine) Maximum speed- 670 mph. Cruising speed- 525 mph. Range -500 miles Service -Ceiling 51,000 ft Lots of pics...too many for me to post here anyway http://www.fas.org/nuke/guide/russia/airdef/mig-15.htm -
Some nice plane
*Fast Eagle* replied to *Fast Eagle*'s topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
A little more tech data and history The MiG-15 was developed by the Soviet Union following WW II. It began appearing in service in 1949 and by 1952 it had been provided to a number of Communist satellite nations, including North Korea where it was used extensively against United Nations forces. The airplane on display was flown to South Korea on September 21, 1953 by a defecting North Korean pilot who was given a reward of $100,000. The airplane was subsequently flight-tested on Okinawa and then brought to Wright-Patterson AFB for additional flight tests. An offer by the U.S. to return the airplane to its "rightful owners" was ignored, and in November 1957 it was transferred to the U.S. Air Force Museum for public exhibition. SPECIFICATIONS Span: 33 ft. 1 1/2 in. Length: 33 ft. 3 5/8 in. Height: 11 ft. 2 in. Weight: 11,270 lbs. max. Armament: Two 23mm cannons and one 37mm cannon, plus rockets or 2,000 lbs. of bombs Engine: VK-1 of 6,000 lbs. thrust (copy of British Rolls-Royce "Nene" engine) Serial number: 2015357 PERFORMANCE Maximum speed: 670 mph. Cruising speed: 525 mph. Range: 500 miles Service Ceiling: 51,000 ft. the site where I found this http://www.wpafb.af.mil/museum/air_power/ap42.htm -
Some nice plane
*Fast Eagle* replied to *Fast Eagle*'s topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
MIG 15 The Mig 15 is a piece of history. It took the world by surprise when it appeared during the Korea War. Faster than the F86, and with a higher service ceiling, the airplane was a wonder of 1946 soviet technology. It is the third step in the soviet training system. The aircraft is an example of early swept-wing design and exhibits many of the handling qualities that have since been designed out of newer jets. The transonic aircraft is limited to .94 mach, or about 620 mph. The fuel burn is about 300 gph -- and the fun level is very high! Mig 15's were produced from 1946 to 1955. They were manufactured in Russia, Czechoslovakia, Poland and China. More than 10,000 were produced, and some are still in service in third world air forces. At their height, there were 30 countries with the Mig 15 in their inventory. The Mig 15 is not an entry level jet and must be flown carefully. LOA applicants must have straight wing or swept wing jet time. A full Mig15/17 LOA course is provided in one of our Mig 15 UTIs (2 seats). Performance Specifications: Power loading: 1.5lbs per pound of thrust Loop entry speed: 380 knots Rate of climb, sea level: 7,500 ft/min +8/-4 G Maximum level speed: 580 knots Cruise speed: 450 knots -
F-4 skin request
*Fast Eagle* replied to Ryder276's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - Mods/Skinning Discussion
I cant see the other pics, so if this is the same, I'm sorry. Just tryin to help -
Coyote's Den
*Fast Eagle* replied to Coyote's topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - Mods/Skinning Discussion
Thanks for the sit rep, lookin forward to flyin some of those new skins soon -
VMFA-232 has taken up station in SF!
*Fast Eagle* replied to Dagger's topic in Virtual Squadron Chat
Glad to see you finally formed up. Can't wait to fly with you guys!! -
When do we get an Aircraft Carrier for all those tailhooks
*Fast Eagle* replied to a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
lol... I posted this same link at simHQ btw check out the forums at http://www.pukindogs.net -
real life funny
*Fast Eagle* replied to a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - General Discussion
funny s#!t -
REQUEST FOR AN ANGEL
*Fast Eagle* posted a topic in Thirdwire: Strike Fighters 1 Series - Mods/Skinning Discussion
Is it at all possible to get one of these from you fine skinners out there?? PLEASE -
As a RIO in VF-33, CVW7, aboard the USS Independence, I had many a thrill...and many a chill while flying the marvelous F-4J. Among the fondest, performance wise, was flying from the carrier to NAAS Suda Bay, Crete to pick up parts in 1971. A fighter jock's dream flight, we had a lot of spare fuel...so once off the catapult, we left the aircraft in full afterburner, with about a 40 degree climb angle. We passed Mach 1.0 about 9000 feet, and continued accelerating until we reached 30k and maintained speed to fly the 200 miles. It didn't take long. That was impressive to us; but, on the return trip, we executed a high performance takeoff from the underused air station. Again, staying in afterburner, we took off, maintained about 20 feet off the ground until the end of the runway. We had gone 8000 feet horizontally and our speed was more than 500 knots. Pulling up hard, we climbed almost straight up. A short time after clearance to take off, the controller told us to call passing 2500 feet. My answer: "You're a little late. We just passed 22000 feet." He asked "What kind of aircraft?" My answer "a 'Foxtrot 4'". His answer came back "WOW". It truly was a ball to fly. Al Lehman Mesa
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anyone skinning this plane yet??