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F-104A-19
By Dave in F-104 Starfighter
F-104A-19 by Jet Z
Decals by USAFMTL
Based on Adjundars original F-104A
937 downloads
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Bats Squadron Skin for Sufa
By Dave in F-16 Fighting Falcon Skins
F-16I Sufa "Bat Squadron"
Just drop into your Sufa folder and go fly.
334 downloads
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USAF F-104 Skin Pack
By Dave in F-100/F-101/F-102/F-104/F-105/F-106 Skins
F-104 Skin pack by USAFMTL
There are 27 skins to be used with Ajunaidr's Excellent F-104 Package. you can get them at www.column5.us
adding the skins is easy. There are 4 folders labled A/B/C/D. A has skins for the F-104A. B has skins for the F-104B etc etc. Just unzip the file. Open each folder and drop the skins into the F-104's folder.
This is many hours of work, tweaking and tweaking some more. So thank you for taking the time to downlaod it.
The Camo skins will come in another package as I have a plan for those down the road. Then it will off t do foriegn users of the F-104.
Enjoy.
Dave USAFMTL Slavens
www.combatace.com
739 downloads
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Viper Skin Pack
By Dave in F-16 Fighting Falcon Skins
Viper SKin Pack by USAFMTL
Decals by USAFMTL
Base Skins by Sundowner, Creepin' Death, and Sony T.
Thanks to Crab_02 for the help on the TJ birds.
Install
B30 goes into the F-16C Blk 30
B50 goes into the F-16C Blk 50
MFADF goes into the Mirage Factory ADF
All can be found at Combatace. I tried to use real tail codes where info can be found.
Enjoy
USAFMTL
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KF-16C Blk 32/52
By Dave in F-16 Fighting Falcon / F-2A
KF-16C 32/52 by wpnssgt via Swede
Ini work by Moonjumper and USAFMTL
Skin by Bib based off of Sundowners templates.
Pit by the Mirage Factory (updated one will be released later)
You must have the latest weapons pack and you must also have one of the Mirage Factories F-16's installed because is uses their drop tanks.
3,130 downloads
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F/A-16A Blk 10 Attack Viper
By Dave in F-16 Fighting Falcon / F-2A
F/A-16A Attack Viper Blk 10
This was the US Air Force proposal to use the F-16 as a replacement for the A-10.
Original model by Mirage Factory used with their permission.
Skin/Hanger screen by Coolhand used with his permission.
Ini work by USAFMTL
Plane goes into your aircraft folder. Latest weapons pack is required. Put the drop tanks in the weapons folder of the weapons pack and add the lines from the ForWeaponData.ini to the weapondata.ini per the tutorial at the Combatace Knowledge Base. Here is the link to that tutorial.
http://forum.combatace.com/index.php?showtopic=9323
History info.
http://www.f-16.net/f-16_versions_article18.html
Enjoy
USAFMTL
1,618 downloads
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Illinois Air National Guard F-4D's
By Dave in F-4 Phantom II Skins
Illinois Air National Guard F-4D's in SEA camo and Eurogreen.
Made by request from Delta6 Actual
402 downloads
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Skyraider Skins for Razbams Skyraider Package Vol 2
By Dave in A-1 Skyraider Skins
For those of you who bought Razbam's kick ass Skyraider package Vol.2 Here is some reworked skins that Bib and I did. Hope you like them.
566 downloads
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A6E Tram
By Dave in A-6 Intruder
Original Credits
3D Model: Monty_CZ, wpnssgt
Skins: JSF_Aggie, Paul Nortness, Sundowner, USAFMTL
Flight Model: column5
Drop tanks edits by Fubar512
Version 1.1 Credits
A-6E TRAM Intruder
CREDITS
3D Model: Monty_CZ, wpnssgt
Skins: Sundowner
Flight Model: column5
Drop tanks edits by Fubar512
Ini Work by JSF Aggie
INSTALLATION
Copy the A-6E_TRAM folder to your Strike Fighters AIRCRAFT folder. Copy the two fueltank .bmp's to your weapons folder. This assumes you have the weapons pack installed.
HISTORY (From wikipedia.org)
Development
The Intruder was developed in response to a U.S. Navy specification for an all-weather carrier-based attack aircraft to serve as a replacement for the piston-powered, WWII-era A-1 Skyraider. Grumman was awarded the contract in 1957, and the resulting A2F-1 made its first flight on 19 April 1960. It was redesignated A-6A in the fall of 1962, and entered squadron service in February 1963.
The A-6 became the USN and USMC's principal medium attack aircraft from the mid-1960s through the 1990s. It served in combat in Vietnam and in later engagements in Lebanon and Libya. The Intruder saw further duty in the 1991 Gulf War, but it was phased out of service quickly in the mid-1990s. It was intended for replacement by the A-12 Avenger II, but following that troubled stealth aircraft's cancellation, the Intruder was left to soldier on for a few more years before retiring in favor of the F/A-18 Hornet.
The last Intruders were retired 19 December 1996. Some aircraft were used to form artificial reefs, but the majority are stored at AMARC against possible future need.
Although the Intruder could not match the F/A-18's speed or air-combat capability, the A-6's range and load-carrying ability are sorely missed.
Variants
A-6A
The initial version of the Intruder was built around the complex and advanced DIANE (Digital Integrated Attack/Navigation Equipment), intended to provide a high degree of bombing accuracy even at night and in poor weather. DIANE consisted of multiple radar systems: the Norden AN/APQ-92 search radar and a separate AN/APQ-112 for tracking, AN/APN-141 radar altimeter, and AN/APN-153 Doppler to provide position updates to the AN/ASN-31 inertial navigation system. An air-data computer and ballistics computer integrated the radar information for the bombardier/navigator (BN) in the right-hand seat. TACAN and ADF were also provided for navigational use. When it worked, DIANE was perhaps the most capable nav/attack system of its era, giving the Intruder the ability to fly and fight in even very poor conditions (particularly important over Vietnam and Thailand during the Vietnam War). It suffered numerous teething problems, though, and it was several years before its reliability was established.
Total A-6A production was 488, including six pre-production prototypes. Many of the surviving aircraft were converted to other variants.
A-6B
To provide Navy squadrons with a SEAD aircraft to attack enemy air defense and SAM systems--a mission dubbed "Iron Hand" in Navy parlance--19 A-6As were converted to A-6B standard from 1967 to 1970. The A-6B had many of its standard attack systems removed in favor of special equipment to detect and track enemy radar sights and to guide AGM-45 Shrike and AGM-78 Standard anti-radiation missiles. Five were lost in combat, and the rest were later converted to A-6E standard in the late 1970s.
A-6C
12 A-6As were converted in 1970 to A-6C standard for night attack missions against the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Vietnam. They were fitted with a TRIM (Trails/Roads Interdiction Multi-sensor) pod in the fuselage for FLIR and low-light TV cameras, as well as a "Black Crow" engine ignition detection system. One of these aircraft was lost in combat, the others were later converted to A-6E standard after the war.
KA-6D
In the early 1970s some 78 A-6As and 12 A-6Es were converted for use as tanker aircraft, providing aerial refueling support to other strike aircraft. The DIANE system was removed and an internal refueling system was added, sometimes supplemented by a D-704 refueling pod on the centerline pylon. The KA-6D theoretically could be used in the day/visual bombing role, but it apparently never was, with the standard load-out being four fuel tanks. A few KA-6Ds went to sea with each Intruder squadron, and the retirement of the aircraft left a gap in USN and USMC refueling tanker capability that was only later remedied by the new F/A-18E Super Hornet, which can act as a tanker.
A-6E
The definitive attack version of the Intruder, introduced in 1970, with its first deployment 9 December 1971, with vastly upgraded nav/attack systems. The original search and track radars of the A-6A were replaced by a single AN/APQ-148 multi-mode radar, and the onboard computers with a more sophisticated (and generally more reliable) solid-state electronic system. A new AN/ASN-92 inertial navigation system was added, along with the CAINS (Carrier Aircraft Intertial Navigation System), for greater navigation accuracy. Beginning in 1979 all A-6Es were fitted with the AN/AAS-33 TRAM (Target Recognition and Attack, Multi-Sensor system, a small, gyroscopically stabilized turret under the nose containing FLIR boresighted with a laser spot-tracker/designator. TRAM was matched with a new AN/APQ-156 radar. The BN could use both TRAM imagery and radar data for extremely accurate attacks, or use the TRAM sensors alone to attack without using the Intruder's radar (which might warn the target). TRAM also allowed the Intruder to autonomously designate and drop laser-guided bombs.
In the early 1990s some surviving A-6Es were upgraded under SWIP (Systems/Weapons Improvement Program) to enable them to use the latest precision-guided munitions, including AGM-65 Maverick, AGM-84 Harpoon, AGM-84E SLAM, and the AGM-88 HARM anti-radiation missile. SWIP aircraft also received a GPS receiver and new INS and TACAN systems. After a series of wing-fatigue problems, about 85% of the fleet was fitted with new graphite/epoxy/titanium/aluminum composite wings.
A-6E models totaled 445 aircraft, about 240 of which were converted from earlier A-6A/B/C models.
A-6F and A-6G
An advanced A-6F Intruder II was proposed in the mid-1980s that would have replaced the Intruder's elderly Pratt & Whitney J52 turbojets with non-afterburning versions of the General Electric F404 turbofan used in the F/A-18 Hornet, providing substantial improvements in both power and fuel economy. The A-6F would have had totally new avionics, including a Norden AN/APQ-173 synthetic aperture radar and multi-function cockpit displays--the APQ-173 would have given the Intruder air-to-air capacity with provision for the AIM-120 AMRAAM. Two additional wing pylons were added, for a total of seven stations.
Although five development aircraft were built, the Navy ultimately chose not to authorize the A-6F, preferring concentrate on the A-12 Avenger II. This left the service in a quandry when the A-12 was cancelled in 1991.
Grumman proposed a cheaper alternative in the A-6G, which had most of the A-6F's advanced electronics, but retained the existing engines. This, too, was cancelled.
Electronic Warfare Versions
An electronic warfare/ECM version of the Intruder was developed early in the aircraft's life for the USMC, which needed a new ECM platform to replace its elderly F3D-2Q Skyknights. An EW version of the Intruder, initially designated A2F-1Q and subsequently redesignated EA-6A, first flew on 26 April 1963. It had a Bunker-Ramo AN/ALQ-86 ECM suite, with most electronics contained on the walnut-shaped pod atop the vertical fin. They were theoretically capable of firing the AGM-45 Shrike anti-radiation missile, although they were apparently not used in that role.
Only 28 EA-6As were built (two prototypes, 15 new-build, and 11 conversions from A-6As), serving with Marine Corps squadrons in Vietnam. It was phased out of front-line service in the mid-1970s, remaining in use in reserve units with the USMC and then the US Navy primarily for training purposes. The last had been retired completely by 1993.
A much more highly specialized derivative of the Intruder was the EA-6B Prowler, a 'stretched' airframe with two additional systems operators, and more comprehensive systems for the electronic warfare and SEAD roles. 170 were produced. The Prowler remains in service (see separate entry for more information).
Combat Experience
A-6 Intruders first saw action during the Vietnam War, where the craft were used extensively against targets in Vietnam. The aircraft's long range and heavy payload coupled with its ability to fly in all weather made it invaluable during the war. However, its effectiveness in flying low and delivering its payload made it especially vulnerable to anti-aircraft fire and in the eight years the Intruder was used, the U.S. Navy and Marines lost 68 of the aircraft in combat.
Intruders saw action in strikes against the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon in 1983. One Intruder and one A-7 Corsair were lost during the Lebr. The BN could use both TRAM imagery and radar data for extremely accurate attacks, or use the TRAM sensors alone to attack without using the Intruder's radar (which might warn the target). TRAM also allowed the Intruder to autonomously designate and drop laser-guided bombs.
Intruders also saw action operating from the aircraft carriers America CV-66 and Coral Sea CV-41 during Operation "El Dorado Canyon"in April of 1986. The squadrons involved were VA-34 "Blue Blasters" from CV-66 USS America and VA-55 "Warhorses" from the CV-41 USS Coral Sea.
In the early 1990s some surviving A-6Es were upgraded under SWIP (Systems/Weapons Improvement Program) to enable them to use the latest precision-guided munitions, including AGM-65 Maverick, AGM-84 Harpoon, AGM-84E SLAM, and the AGM-88 HARM anti-radiation missile. SWIP aircraft also received a GPS receiver and new INS and TACAN systems. After a series of wing-fatigue problems, about 85% of the fleet was fitted with new graphite/epoxy/titanium/aluminum composite wings.
A-6E models totaled 445 aircraft, about 240 of which were converted from earlier A-6A/B/C models.
2,474 downloads
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Su-27 Flanker Skins
By Dave in Flanker Skins
Roughly based on come real schemes. Thanks to Sundowner for use of his templates.
1,437 downloads
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F3H-2M Demon Skins
By Dave in F2H/F9F/F3H Skins
Demon skins for Foxmonters F3H-2M
Just drop into your Demon F3H-2M folder and fly.
Units represented:
VF-122
VF-124
VF-151
Enjoy
USAFMTL
321 downloads
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RAF Jaguar Skins
By Dave in Jaguar Skins
RAF Desert, Snow and RAF Grey Jags by USAFMTL
Drop tanks for th desert jag included.
Original temps by Sony T.
1,076 downloads
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Tornado Skin Package
By Dave in Tornado Skins
Skins and weps for AD's Tornado IDS and GR1.
Italian GR1 and German IDS.
1,577 downloads
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Planning Maps for Falkland Islands
By Dave in Planning Maps/Icons/Base Mods
Planning Maps for Falklands Islands. (not the one edward released)
Just put in your Malvinas Terrain folder and that is iit.
Much use the terrain released on 20 Mar 06. For Maj Lees/Diego and Polak terrain.
750 downloads
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Libya Terrain
Libya Terrain by USAFMTL
Thanks to Diego for starting this and thanks to Deuces for the tiles.
She isnt perfect but she works. Had a TE crash and lost hours of work. Took hours to fix what got messed up and even now it isn't just right. But I didnt want to spend anymore hours on it.
I placed good planning maps and 5 carriers areas. The terrain on Siciliy is very mountainous. So watch your take offs and landings.
Just put in your terrain folder, copy the desert.cat file from the desert terrain folder and rename to Libya. Enjoy.
USAFMTL
3,348 downloads
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Operation Tainted Cigar Version 2.0 Aircraft
By Dave in User Made Campaigns
Yes the long awaited update to OTC is here. It comes in 2 files, the aircraft and then the rest. Please read the README. You must do a separate install of SF and or WOE to run this. The original version had over 2300 downloads. My thanks to everyone who had a hand in this. Many thanks to JSF Aggie and Deuces for their overtime on this.
4,526 downloads
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Operation Tainted Cigar Version 2.0
By Dave in User Made Campaigns
Yes the long awaited update to OTC is here. It comes in 2 files, the aircraft and then the rest. You must have both. Please read the README. You must do a separate install of SF and or WOE to run this. The original version had over 2300 downloads. My thanks to everyone who had a hand in this. Many thanks to JSF Aggie and Deuces for their overtime on this.
4,977 downloads
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Wingman Sound Mod
By Dave in SF/WO* Sound Mods
This mod by Deuces makes your wingman call out your number in the flight in the event of a missile or SAM launch. Just put in your Flight folder in WOE/WOV/SF and fly.
2,518 downloads
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F-15A USAFGray1 Skin
By Dave in F-15 Eagle Skins
F-15A USAF Gray skin for the Mirage factory F-15A. Skin by Sony T. ini editing my USAFMTL.
This can be used for anyone planning to use the Mirage Factory F-15A in place of the default F-15A. This will make it still usable in campaign mode by using the default decals. No editing of the campaign required and the correct units show up.
Enjoy.
USAFMTL
347 downloads
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The Seven Swabians Fokker D VII
By Dave in Fokker Skins
Ok all here is my first contribution to FE, this is one of my most
Favorite paint schemes, it is of The Seven Swabians Fokker D VII
Piloted by Gftr. Schutzel’s of Jasta 65 1918, there is a read me in the
Zip for installing, am not to up on how all the data works in FE yet so
I used the default German Camo1 D7 folder for this skin, it is all
Explained in the read me.
your friend in the sky
v. Deutschmark
321 downloads
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BAe Lightning Skin
By Dave in Hunter, Lightning and Vampire Skins
BAe Lightning Skin pack by sundowner
I am not sure what skins came with the orignal file so I included them all. Just drop into your Lightning and go fly.
652 downloads
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Checkered Tail Lightning
By Dave in Hunter, Lightning and Vampire Skins
BAe Lightning Skin by Sundowner.
Just drop into your Lightning folder and go fly. These are high res and you might want o resize to 1024x1024 if they are being run on a slower machine.
Sundowner.
578 downloads
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B-58A Skin Pack
By Dave in Multi Engined Bomber, Transport, Light Attack and Trainer Skins
Hustler skin pack by USAFMTL
Orignal skin by Pappychecksix.
One represents Greased Lightning which broke a New York to London speed record.
The other is one if the many of the 63rd BS, 43rd Bw.
I redid most of the decals to high res and did some skin work. Just drop into your B-58 and go fly.
643 downloads
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F-106A Skin Package
By Dave in F-100/F-101/F-102/F-104/F-105/F-106 Skins
F-106A Skins by USAFMTL
Original skins by Column5. Many thanks to him for letting me in on this prpject.
Thanks to Pasko for a really nice bird.
Enjoy all and Merry Christmas.
914 downloads
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Lt Waldrops Mig Killin' Thud
By Dave in F-100/F-101/F-102/F-104/F-105/F-106 Skins
Lt Dave Waldrops Double Mig Killin' Thud
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Installation
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Unpack the zip contents and move the waldrop folder into your F-105D-31 folder.
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Lt Dave Waldrops Double Mig Killer
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On 23 Aug 67 Lt Dave Waldrop scored 2 Mig-17 kills
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Skin by USAFMTL
Original Template by Sundowner, AD and Volksjaeger
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