Jarink

To add the A-4 cockpit to any otherwise non-flyable, just add this line to the [AIRCRAFTDATA] section of that plane's .ini file (like Mig-17F.ini): CockpitDataFile=A-4E_cockpit.ini

EF-4C or RF-4C? I'd really like to see someone make a new model for the RF-4C and/or RF-4E.

File Name: F-4F 20th FS, Holloman AFB v 1.1 File Submitter: Jarink File Submitted: 24 Jul 2006 File Category: SF F-4 Skins This updated version includes the decals and 370-gallon wing tanks for my skin. Jarink Click here to download this file

File Name: F-4F 20th FS, Holloman AFB File Submitter: Jarink File Submitted: 23 Jul 2006 File Category: SF F-4 Skins Med. res (1024x1024) This skin is intended for use with the F-4F series add-on by Bunyap, Sundowner and USAFMTL posted here at Combatace.com. Just drop the folder into the F-4F_late folder. This skin represents aircraft used at Holloman AFB, New Mexico for training of Luftwaffe aircrews. Included are serial numbers for 18 aircraft that actually have been assigned to the squadron. Jarink Click here to download this file

File Name: F-4F JG74 40th Anniversary File Submitter: Jarink File Submitted: 19 Jul 2006 File Category: SF F-4 Skins Med. res (1024x1024) Special paint job to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Gruppe. This skin is intended for use with the F-4F series add-on by Bunyap, Sundowner and USAFMTL posted here at Combatace.com. Just drop the folder into the F-4F_late folder. In case you want the tail art to not be partially hidden behind the nav lights, it will also work on the F-4E. In that case, you will need to edit the Decals.ini file to reflect the different path. Jarink Click here to download this file

I use and recommend Zip Genius, because it works with several different compressed file types (including .zip, 7z ans rar), integrates nicely with Windows Explorer and is free. Zip Genius Website

File Name: F-4F JG72 Disbandment File Submitter: Jarink File Submitted: 16 Jul 2006 File Category: SF F-4 Skins Med. res (1024x1024) Special paint job to commemorate the disbandment of the Gruppe. This skin is intended for use with the F-4F series add-on by Bunyap, Sundowner and USAFMTL posted here at Combatace.com. Just drop the folder into the F-4F_late folder. Jarink Click here to download this file

Yes, I left the tactical number variable, so it doesn't show the correct number for that specific aircraft. I don't have any special connection to the Gruppe, I just really liked the paint scheme!

File Name: F-4F JBG35 35th Anniversary File Submitter: Jarink File Submitted: 16 Jul 2006 File Category: SF F-4 Skins Med. res (1024x1024) A special paint job that was used to celebrate the Gruppe's 35th birthday! This skin is intended for use with the F-4F series add-on by Bunyap, Sundowner and USAFMTL posted here at Combatace.com. Just drop the folder into the F-4F_late folder. Jarink Click here to download this file

File Name: F-4F JG72 40th Anniversary File Submitter: Jarink File Submitted: 16 Jul 2006 File Category: SF F-4 Skins Med. res (1024x1024) A special paint job to celebrate the Gruppe's 40th birthday! This skin is intended for use with the F-4F series add-on by Bunyap, Sundowner and USAFMTL posted here at Combatace.com. Just drop the folder into the F-4F_late folder. Jarink Click here to download this file

File Name: F-4F Luftwaffe Norm 90j File Submitter: Jarink File Submitted: 16 Jul 2006 File Category: SF F-4 Skins Med. res (1024x1024) This is for non-ICE aircraft (old radar). This skin is intended for use with the F-4F series add-on by Bunyap, Sundowner and USAFMTL posted here at Combatace.com. Just drop the folder into the F-4F_late folder. Jarink Click here to download this file

File Name: F-4F Luftwaffe Norm 81a v1 File Submitter: Jarink File Submitted: 16 Jul 2006 File Category: SF F-4 Skins Med. res (1024x1024) This skin is intended for use with the F-4F series add-on by Bunyap, Sundowner and USAFMTL posted here at Combatace.com. Just drop the folder into the F-4F_late folder. Jarink Click here to download this file

I found this pic which pretty clearly shows there is a slight taper to the intakes. Another one (yes, I know it's an "E", but I don't think they changed the inlets design from the earlier models) I'm sure most of you also realise that the tops of the intakes can tilt up and down. Compare this with the previous side shots: Frankly, while it's fun to nitpick like this, I don't feel any of the 3D models are superior to others enough to really matter. I don't have WOE, but I do like the F-15 (and other models) from the Mirage Factory.

Update/reinstall DirectX 9.0c Knowledgebase article

I'd be willing to help with skinning. (Huge) Caveat: I've never been involved with developing skins of 3D models. I am, however, willing to learn! I've done quite a bit of skinning (~200 skins) for the IL2/Pacific Fighters series and have just started some F-4Fs for Strike Fighters.

What does Il-2 have that Strike Fighters doesn't? A rear gunner in the IL-2 yelling "What the H*LL are you doing?" when you pull negative Gs. Actually, there's lots of stuff available for SF that IL2 fans have been dying for and probably won't get for years, if ever. (He-219, Lancater, Libya terrain, etc.)

AIM-7s and other radar-guided weapons won't fire without a radar lock. The game manual is next to useless explaining how to get a lock, though. See the Radar Operations Guidelines article in the Knowledgebase here for a much better explanation including pictures. Short version is: search, acquire, lock (the yellow diamond), fire. BORESIGHT mode is the easiest and fastest way (for me) to get a lock when in a close-range fight. Of course, if you're close enough for BS to work, then minimum range can be a concern. ;)