HighAce

Welcome!

This is quite obviously your first time here, as I have never posted this thread on the Combat Ace Forums in my life.

So, a quick FAQ:

Q: What is the gallery about?

A: Every couple of months, I've created this thread surrounding the aviation of the past, and every one of those months I give it a set theme (see the title for the theme).

Q: Are there any rules regarding the pictures we post?

A: Yes! You must:

1: Post only 3 pictures at a time.

2: Post pictures appropriate for the subject.

Just two simple things, that's all you have to follow.

Q: Can we post pictures of people, too?

A: Yes, but only if related to the theme.

Q: Can we discuss pictures?

A: Yes, just be appropriate in what you say.

Q: Is there anything else we need to know?

A: No. I design these threads for simplicity and enjoyment in that simplicity. Just remember to have a good time.

THIS DAY IN MILITARY HISTORY (1900-2000):

World War II

1945 : Benito Mussolini and his mistress are shot to death by an Italian freedom force.

Cold War

1965 : U.S. troops land in the Dominican Republic.

Vietnam War

1970 : Nixon approves Cambodian incursion.

SOMETHING OF INTEREST:

ASK A PILOT A QUESTION

FOR THE RECORD:

Due to the fact that the theme is World War 1, what could be more fitting that a visit to Wikipedia to read about the war itself? Please visit this link for the article.

THIS THREAD IS DEDICATED TO 2nd LIEUTENANT RANDALL V. TUTTLE WHO FOUGHT AND DIED A TRUE AVIATOR IN THE PHILLIPINES INSIDE HIS P-47 AFTER BEING HIT BY GROUND FIRE. IT IS ALSO DEDICATED TO THE PILOTS OF ALL THE WARS IN WHICH WE HAVE HARNESSED PLANES TO FIGHT AND KILL. THEY, WHETHER FRIEND OR FOE, WERE INDEED THE GALLANT AND THE BRAVE.

2nd LIEUTENANT RANDALL V. TUTTLE (RIGHT) STANDS WITH HIS NATIVE FRIEND.

RANDALL POSES ON THE WING OF HIS P-47.

Thanks, Dagger. Finally, I can add some more excitement to the gameplay.

Yes it does. Gotha's are cool with that sleek design and that certain... glint of terror.

Well-said, Dagger!

Finally, some order around this part.

This is a short guide I like to post about the game. It concerns aircraft damage and revolves around that. It covers what you need to know about your plane and the enemy plane.

SUSTAINING DAMAGE

Even though a 3-year old knows what airplane damage in war is caused by, I'll tell you about it anyway. Damage when flying is caused by shrapnel, explosions, bullets, and flames. They can seriously effect how you fly and IF you will be flying much longer...

Fear not! This guide covers emergency situations and what to do.

FIRES

Fires are very, very bad. If its in your engine, you have a chance at diving and putting out the flames or using the fire extinguisher, but if it is in your fuel tank, get out. It WILL blow. Keep your speed up, if you must bail, and get out before the flames injure you. If you wait around, you may burn to death or blow up before you have a chance to fry.

EXPLOSIONS

Nothing you can do. You'll be dead soon if you aren't already. If it's just wounded you or destroyed part of your plane:

-Shut off the engine.

-Close the radiator.

-Jump.

Now, you need to get out as quickly as possible if you're falling fast. Remember, if your airspeed exceeds 400 KM/PH, then you're trapped. You're going too fast and you have no hope.

CONTROL SURFACE DAMAGE

If you've been hit badly and your controls are not responding like normal then do your best to keep control of your plane. DO NOT lower the flaps or the landing gear unless it is ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY.

ENGINE DAMAGE OR FAILURE

You can buy yourself some time by nursing the engine with a low throttle speed (about 40% or lower). If your engine dies right there make an EL (emergency landing) or BO (bail out). Your throttle speed for gliding can change due to weather or atmospheric conditions such as cold environments.

WEAPON JAMS OR DAMAGE

You can continue to fight if it's only one gun that's been lost. However, if you have only one gun and it's been damaged, get out of there. It's like I once said: Never get in a fight while your packing a six-shooter against a gang of 7.

OIL LEAKS

Fires can occur. Go for a low speed glide. If it is serious, consider BO or EL.

FUEL LEAKS

Pesky leaks! Fuel leaks are serious, especially if you are using the limited fuel option under difficulty. For the slow minded, you fuel is what keeps you running. If it is damaged, it's not looking good. Monitor your fuel levels carefully. If it gets too serious, BO. If you aren't careful, you may just become the first flying fireman.

LANDING GEAR DAMAGE

Remember, kids, cars don't move without wheels, just like planes don't land properly without landing gear. If you are carrying a payload at this time, drop it. If it won't lower or it's been shot away then you'll have to make the best of it. Try a belly landing. Bailing out really isn't needed for this type of damage unless you cannot land your plane worth a dead donkey.

OTHER NOTES

Keep in mind that you should read the damage messages that are displayed in the lower right corner. From here assess the damage and take appropriate action.

This next section covers crash landings (belly landings basically).

HOW TO ASSESS A CRASH LANDING

If you've got a clear patch of land or water to land on, GOOD FOR YOU! But most of the time, you'll either be over jungles or forests. Trees and airplanes do not mix well (just like Courtney Love and kids). Keep your vertical speed low and your forward momentum low. Remember, it's your vertical speed that matters. It tells if you're going to come down like a stalled meteor or like Pegasus himself.

If you must put down on rough terrain, keep your gear up. It can cause further damage to the plane if it breaks off or it can even flip you over. On soft terrain, keep it up. Your nose may dig into the ground and kill you.

If you aren't sure about the terrain, bail out. Remember, it is the man and not the machine that matters.

Use this details to successfully kill your enemy, whether he be German, Russian, Japanese, or American, British, Italian, Finnish, or French.

I was just playing IL2 and got a bit bored at watching the AI bail out of their burning aircraft just in time before it explodes and they open their chute and land to safety (unless there's ack-ack). So, my question is: Is there any way that I can take out the parachute feature (I'd like to still include jumping out of the plane)? This way, you can still bail out, but you're going to fall to your death anyway. I always did like this thought, as the challenge would be taking care and concern for the aircraft or dying.

Cheers.

Hooray!

I wish they'd give us an idea on the release...

It's driving me insane!

Very nice skins! I've been working on one for the Nieuport 17. Hopefully, I'll be able to get it done soon (it's an iron cross that is burning with the words: "Down in Flames" written on the side.

I heard it was cancelled.