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Hi, I know this game was designed for joysticks way back then. But is it possible to fly without? I tried FreeFalcon but couldn't figure out anything in terms of controls. Thanks. Best regards, X8X8X

Hello, I tried doing some reconnaissance missions with the MiG-25 in SF2 - Nato Fighters 5. Sadly the max. altitude of a waypoint, which I have to hit to successfully complete the mission, is 60.000 feet. Can I change something in the game files to allow me a higher altitude, more suited for that aircraft? Thanks. Best regards, X8X8X

Thanks for the insight. I do not even manage to reach go past Mach 2.8 before my engines catch fire actually. Funny how your version is entirely different... I just searched Nato Fighters 5's credits to see who created the MiG-25 in my version: CrazyhorseB34 (PD); USAFTML, MiG-25 Team (RB). Best regards, X8X8X

Hello Cliff7600, It is. Thanks for the explanation. Bombing at that speed and altitude seems great fun! My current approach to Western Germany with the Mig-25RB (no external tanks in NATO Fighters 5 is): ​- turn to target direction right after takeoff - steep subsonic AB climb to to roughly 20 km altitude - going past Mach 2 at that altitude - turning AB off = Mach 1 only - cruising to Western Germany / target area - AB on when being intercepted. Altitude advantage should be enough, however - wide turn after target, AB on - AB off after interception is lost - throttle off descent to airport when back in the state of the workers & farmer You will find another flaw in my mission profile (hence the fuel is no issue): The speed! The engines (of any Mig-25 or Mig-31 in NATO Fighters 5) will catch fire after a few minutes of full afterburner. Without, cruising speed will drop to high subsonic even at above 60.000 ft. Since you are a editing a Mig-25, is this correct? It seems rather odd for a long-range high speed interceptor. Best regards, X8X8X

Thanks for your reply. I actually tried to build missions myself, setting the goal waypoint (the triangle) to a high altitude, sadly it cannot be set higher than 60.000 ft anyway. The problem isn't even hand-flying, but the fact I have to descend to 60.000 ft (what a thing to say!) in enemy airspace, making me more vulnerable for interception and SAMs thanks to the loss in altitude and the increased aero drag. Best regards, X8X8X

Hi, This game sounds absolutely great! Just a question before I'll get it: Can I control my yoke via a mouse (like in e. g. FSX)? Thanks. Best regards, X8X8X ps: Is there a multiplayer mod? This game (still!) seems to have great community following, but I never found a multiplayer for it.

oh, well. Thanks. I just realised the F-15 and the Su-27 can also be bought separately on steam, may get one of those (just having to decide which one now if FC3 won't be on sale anytime soon). Best regards, Brett

Hello, What are the "must-have mods" for Strike Fighters 2? Talking of aircraft, terrain and campaigns. Thanks. Best regards, X8X8X

Another question: ​The official release (not beta) of DCS 2.0 will be free, I suppose. Will FC3 work in this environment as well? Which maps will be included? Nevada or Georgia, or even both of them? Thanks. Best regards, X8X8X

Close enough ... 262 of course. Best regards, X8X8X

Cold war in general, really. Especially Europe, since I am German. My system isn't top notch today (i7-4700MQ, GT740M, 16 GB DDR3), but able to run stock SF2 in unlimited. Best regards, X8X8X

Thanks. That's a good price, I'll get one then. Best regards, X8X8X

Hello combatace community, At MiGflug (http://www.migflug.com/jetflights/the-combat-statistics-for-all-the-aircraft-currently-in-use.html) you can find current win / loss statistics for all the fighter jets currently in use (sadly I have no way to verify this statistics). The F-15 is the undisputed king with over 100 kills but not a single loss. Most eastern aircraft perform poorly according to this, while western do well. Presumably also due to asymmetric warfare. Best regards, X8X8X

Hello, Something rather strange happened: By disabling ITT (Intel Turboboost Technology) in my Bios (i7-4700MQ) I gained some FPS in basically any game. Cannot really explain it, but the effects in e. g. Assetto Corsa, The Crew and especially FSX are tremendous. Hope it may help some others as well. Best regards, X8X8X

Thanks. Best regards, X8X8X

Thanks. I'll just wait a bit then. Heard the MiG-29 (my favourite out of the aircrafts included in FC3) will get an update later this year, so they time may be well worth it. Best regards, X8X8X

I agree, MigBuster. I tried to shorten this post a bit, hence "asymmetric". There is a quite a difference in philosophy between all the blocks, which may greatly contribute to the statistics. For example, how many MiG-21 (which is widely regarded as a very capable fighter for its time) enjoyed build quality, maintenance, supplies, pilot training, tactical support, etc. the way F-4s did? Best regards, X8X8X

Me 206 for sure. Best regards, X8X8X

Alright, I figured it out now (wasn't that hard). I have another question though: The plane controls the direction in the aircraft flies, not the actual control surfaces. For example, moving the mouse (or joystick, I asssume) to the left does not make the plane roll continuously (like it would in DCS or FSX) but simply moves in that direction (and continues in a straight line). How can I change that? It feels unnatural and unrealistic (and makes dogfighting rather hard). Thank you. Best regards, X8X8X

I just missed that one, pity. Is there any rule to when DCS modules (especially FC3) are on sale? 35 bucks is a bit steep for me atm. Best regards, X8X8X

Great shot of that MiG-21. Which version is it? What a pity they are being retired. I hope some individuals will recognise their value (even though they were built in great numbers) and keep some of them airworthy... Best regards, X8X8X

Certainly a great aircraft. And some of the stories may - naturally - be closer to legends than to facts. Interesting story, boulder, never heard that one before. MiG-31s were certainly capable aircraft. They were designed to operate in groups, so nothing terrible about a coupe of Foxhounds against a single Blackbird. Best regards, X8X8X

What a fascinating aircraft: It looks so dated an ill-maintained, but it's still a Mach 2 capable fighter (used for ground attack). More footage (cannot tell the country, I suppose eastern Europe): https://youtu.be/CsF4WBNXl0s Best regards, X8X8X

May I add that (nearly) any machinery is built according to a certain philosophy / understanding; The F-15 (even though I do not really like it) may have been the ultimate realisation of the American one: big, complex, heavily armed, good survivability, high costs, low numbers. This aircraft was incredibly successful, as were the other teen-fighters. I, not being an expert in military aviation, suspect a point of technical complexity has been reached where "the best" does not provide sufficient advantage over the "good", and an aircraft, which may be flawed (as were many before), has no vital benefits over older, or simpler, aircraft. It's just not worth the effort. Just my two cents, X8X8X

I love Russian aircrafts for their philosophy: A MiG-21 somehow reminds me of a Mach 2 agricultural equipment... Great read - thanks! Best regards, X8X8X