Flanker562

A realism update to the chaff and flare dispensers on the Supers/Growler: [DecoyDispenserLeft] SystemType=DECOY_DISPENSER EjectPosition=-0.996,-1.199,-1.061 EjectVelocity=0.0, 2.00,-30.0 NumChaff=60 MinExtentPosition= -1.097, -1.301, -1.04 MaxExtentPosition= -0.945, -1.022, -1.076 [DecoyDispenserRight] SystemType=DECOY_DISPENSER EjectPosition=0.996,-1.199,-1.061 EjectVelocity=0.0, 2.00,-30.0 NumFlare=60 MinExtentPosition= 1.097, -1.301, -1.04 MaxExtentPosition= 0.945, -1.022, -1.076

I'll write this as a general note: F-14A AWG-9 will burn through ALQ-214 roughly 54 miles in a head on closure engagement. Unfortunately the radar will not allow you to fire the D model AMRAAM until you're about ~56, 57 miles. So pilots are warned to begin defensive maneuvers until target is brought down.

And to answer your question, no I wasn't. Matter of fact I haven't tried it with ECM... Me: F/A-18F Block II EPE with 4 x AIM-9X, 6 x AIM-120D, tank, gun Opposition: F-14A with 2 x AIM-23Cs, 4 x Sparrow, gun, tanks And no I didn't think of an ECM run through with a more advanced ALQ-214 I was able to jam the Tomcat all the way through. I remember a test long ago where burn through for the Tomcat (I want to say D or A model, or maybe B) but anyway, since locking up the Tomcat and launching at 112NM I kept the jammer on and waited... until the Tomcat was 46 miles ahead of me (straight closure). I didn't jink or alter my path keeping heading towards the Tomcat, expecting a burn through but none came and I splashed the Tomcat. Takeaways: Not much other than now I have to figure out burn-through distances for the ALQ-214 versus the AWG-9 now, but overall it seems I have the advantage with a later model jammer. Of course tweaking the radar to exploit the range advantage of the D model AMRAAM is needed for the other aircraft with the APG-79 radar (Block II and Growler).

I remember the type cocas, it was a prototype of a "cheaper Flanker" if I'm not mistaken.

Me: F/A-18F Block II with 8 x AIM-120D, 2 x AIM-9X, gun Opposition: F-14 (Iran) (a bit wrongly configured) 2 x AIM-23C, gun Now we'll go ahead and defeat the Tomcat with some long range weapons. Unfortunately the Tomcat got off both shots before I could lock onto the jet. So instead of climbing I dove and flew above the sea, breaking the lock easily and flying until I could get my shots off. Once I did (unfortunately I fired two instead of the necessary one). Takeaways: Using the Block II was a different experience since my EPE has a more tweaked radar system but that doesn't matter, I took it on instinct to hit the deck as it was and then was able to fire back. Of course I knew the setup so it wasn't too difficult to wait until both missiles were defeated and strike back.

Me: F/A-18F EPE with 6 x AIM-120D, 4 x AIM-9X, gun, tank Opposition: (a bit wrongly configured) 4 x IRIS-T, 2 x AIM-23C, gun Well since this was just a range test and not a pure combat test the Sedjiil has a good range (I would say) 82 miles to 79 miles depending on profile. And yes I was shot down as the AIM-23C seems to be modeled on the Phoenix (just slightly, it moved possibly way too fast) but in the end, got me. Takeaways. Like any long-ranged capable fighter, strike it first. Granted I had about a good twenty mile advantage with the D model AMRAAM, it's quite surprising how fast the Sedjiil intercepted me. Given the fact it was based off of the original its not surprising.

Believe it or not I don't, this is enough for me so it was actually somewhat informative... (sorry had to say it). But I do think that it should tie up the topic though.

Going vertical after some weapon testing (B only)

Maybe but if you can score one on Amazon I'd suggest it. Also, if your assigned button isn't triggering, it could be a bad button. The FLY5 is a great concept, but its not what I would consider reliable. I have to be careful as the stick on my Logitech gets loose (solved by pushing it down, a quick test and she's good to go) If I stuff it in a backpack, etc. But I deployed with one to Afghanistan and came back with another one (I had lost the other one) and been sold on it since. I could buy a more expensive one, but it works and its simple, but reliable. If you have another flight sim or something to test the button on it may be worth it to see if the button just doesn't work. In that case you'll have to use less stick and more keyboard but... you'll be okay if that's your only option.

Personally I'd ditch the stick and get something more reliable. I've used those two years ago and their just not worth the headache. If you're looking for a reasonable and reliable(!) stick, get a Logitech 3D stick.

Looks pretty good

I thought of the same thing, wondering where it was after watching the movie.

Well you got me after that saisran, I'm nowhere near an FM guru to save my life, so maybe a more experienced opinion would help, as I really don't see the need for that much speed (couldn't resist...) so really as far as that I just don't know, sorry.

MachLimit does what it says, it limits the airframe to a certain Mach number (whether or not the plane can actually go that fast...) but in the case of the Super Duper Tomcat it may be the issue causing some of the problems saisran is having with her plane.

MachLimit= May also be an issue, in the [Flight Control] section.

Update for Block II aircraft, mainly jammer-wise: [ECM] ReferenceName=AN/ALQ-214 SystemType=ECM_JAMMER JammerType=DUAL_MODE JammerStrength=108.0 MinFreq=2.0 MaxFreq=40.0 CanJamCW=TRUE MinExtentPosition=-0.404,-2.859,0.608 MaxExtentPosition=0.404,-0.824,1.018

Or Stratos, here as well.... http://www.jpsmodell.de/dc/luft_e.htm

Heading home

Still WIP but I think I'll need a helicarrier next

Bottom version looks better to me.

View File F/A-18E Block II VFA-25 CAG A rendition of VFA-25's new CAG jet. Some textures from SidDogg's rendition of the legacy Hornet were used in this skin. Eric Johnson, 2013 Drop in your FA-18E_BlkII folder and go fly. Submitter EricJ Submitted 03/11/2013 Category F-18

We already have that PDF and it's all dependent on whether or not FC can get around to doing it. Plus Brain32 MIGHT do the cockpit so it has been in the works, just I was opting for a more test bed approach than so much a public release. Fact is that there haven't been any buyers (though the USN has been reportedly looking into some of the improvements). So I tend to go with the flow if its going to be used and if not well... I can hope too.

Its in the downloads section, it was a prototype that FC did a while back. F-103 thunderwarrior.

Just have to say the best anti-radar killer.