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Well I know how to do it for individual aircraft in SF2 using subfolders in the decals folder. But if you want to globally add it to the Thirdwire set of Decals then I would guess at having a correct naming format and them sitting in the root of the Decals folder - but not so sure (and cant test at them moment) - so someone else will have to answer

Some valid comments. The state of the airframes is somewhat important - so in that case they would have to access if they meet their needs (whatever they are). On proven technology - No European fighter AESA radars are in service yet (AFAIK) and even the US ones are not problem free - so no guarantee on that one. look at BAE Systems - upgrading South Koreas KF-16 fleet using Raytheon AESA radars - and they are bidding to do a similar thing with Taiwan. On the subject of flying F-16s off roads then Taiwan are a perfect example - any conflict with China means the runways being taken out in hour 1 by a hail of ballistic missiles - the entire air force would have to disperse to other roads - there are vids on you tube of F-16A B20s practicing this. You could of course argue that Gripen would be a better option (in light of political ties blah). With new build F-16s it seems on paper you get comparable airframe performance but with superior range and proven avionics to the Gripen E - you might also pay for some US support - for example if you ever have to use them who gets the SigInt and upgrades ECM suites etc.

Well regardless of bias you cant consider everything because no one has information regarding the big picture on political/economic/availabilty/tech transfer and future needs - so you can only speculate anyway. However based on manufacturers figures we can get a very good picture on relative performance and capability between airframes competing in the 4+Gen market.

Was it this thread? http://combatace.com/topic/71249-sf2na-iceland-classic-tfdhfd-terrain/ There's a few ion the downloads section and lights / runways etc - and even an expansion pack

The Parking span variable and nation can also affect types that appear.

Had to look for myself - didn't think it was lacking as much Perhaps Brazil see it more as a better opportunity to develop their own aircraft industry: http://www.defensenews.com/article/20131224/DEFREG01/312240006/Swedish-Government-Looks-Add-Value-Gripen-E-Sale-Talks

You do realize that it has to compete with those platforms on the world market - and others like the MiG-35 - so every country will be comparing them - in fact Brazil have just done it - kinda point of the thread

We’re actually well ahead of schedule on cockpits with the project, which I guess is the best news I have to offer at the end of 2013.

I expect they got a fat load of dosh from mobile IAP sales SF2 could be under the radar - I don't see why it wouldn't hurt them to run a few sales on SF2 though

Difficult to compare the F-20A (never got past a few test versions) to a production (Heavier) block 10 F-16A - but if you use the proposed 18k thrust and 200sqft wing area for the F-20A: * F-16A B10 has much lower Basic wingloading, comparable / better TW ratio, more fuel and weapons carriage, better visibility and room for growth (The F-20 would be using CFTs from its introduction 1985!) The F-20 did have some better pit avionics that went into the FA-18A according to a test pilot who also flew F-16As for the USAF According to SAAB the Gripen E has a worse TW than any F-16 version across weight range and is also lower than Typhoon or Rafale - a wingloading comparison would need a better understanding of the canard configuration. Internal fuel given as >2.0 metric tonne (4,409 lbs) compared to 7,189 lbs for F-16 (would hope its higher than that) The Max TOW of Gripen is ~31,000 lbs - gives a weapon / fuel carry range 31k - 16k = 15k compared to (Rafale ) 54k - 23k = 31k (Typhoon) & 50k - 25k = 25k Good Gripen E points would be: · GE engine · Selex AESA radar · Advanced sensors & fusion · Rough/short field operation · Square intakes and good RCS reduction potential · cheap to run in comparison · Seems to have a bigger nose (than F-16/Rafale) so could house bigger radar dish and other avionics Brazil FAB operates M2000-5 & F-5EM - so yes Gripen E can replace that lot on account of its advanced radar, avionics and tech transfer promise at the very low end of the price scale. Did someone mention Sea Gripen for Brazil? don't you kinda have to redesign the airframe and gear for that making it a lot heavier - who would fund that? Maybe they will get Frances old Super Etendards Can the Gripen be compared to the F-20A vs F-16A?: · Potentially lacks range · Room for other internal Airframe growth debatable · Lacks in store weight carry capability · Has good avionics So the Gripen is purely a light weight F-16 concept but lacks the raw performance of its Euro peers it seems. Rafale C sits in the middle for me - not as good raw performance as Typhoon (on paper) - but its a good attempt by a single country and good avionics. Typhoon combines F-16 with F-15/TornadoF.3 concept and has good high alt supersonic performance, good RCS reduction features, 4 x recessed AIM-120 carriage, good internal sensor suite - I would happily place this at the top of the 4++ Gen tree on performance and capability for Western jets. I expect the above will all get AESA radars eventually - probably not a big deal at the moment though.

The latest Falcon 4.0 mod is BMS 4.32 which is DX9 so think SF1 potential - has realistic lighting effects and variable weather Although im sure this may improve over the years - you can use 2048 x 2048 textures currently which is pretty good - but like SF you still need the people to create the skins and terrains etc If you are prepared to do a bit of modding then you will get better looking graphics like in SF - (but yes its far harder to add the mods) Advise TrackIR or similar and HOTAS if you have one Default pit (3D 6DOF clickable) Janhas F-16C B52+ over Tomkatz Korea tiles MiG-23MF mod over mod korea tiles 3D trees (JanHas) Default view of JHMCS and KC-10

When you start a campaign you can choose a squadron by clicking different links on the map and the type of F-16 will be listed. For example in the Balkans you can flu the F-16AM (MLU) from Italy. In dogfight mode - you can select different types from the list. When creating your own missions in the Tactical Editor mode you can select different F-16 models.

The Rafale: https://twitter.com/thirdwire/status/415267266360377346/photo/1/large

or Bah humbug whichever is your preference.

Interesting - guess that's how your luck goes!

RIP - who hasn't heard the name Kalashnikov!

Fantastic - another way to solve adverse Yaw! Here's another - Horten in WWII Germany solved both adverse Yaw and tailess flight (without using a computer)

Based on accounts - yes it was a pretty poor dogfighter - the real thing compressor stalled at high AOA with the burner on - and although Sid above describes instance of adverse Yaw the TW model doesnt really exhibit this to me like the real thing seemed to - i.e. because of the adverse yaw in John Boyds AA Study he is constantly telling you to use rudder and perform moves you cant do with the SF2 model - But TW have to do this flight model for people without rudders. It had a higher top speed than the MiG-17F - but has a similar TW ratio - so acceleration is likely comparible (considering any stores drag/weight). btw the stock MiG-15/17/19 are far superior compared to the real thing - but this makes them more of a challenge Somethings you can do Keep speed up >500 kts and make use of the vertical (Not recommended against MiG-19). Listen out for wingmen in distress and target the MiGs on their tails. Only slow down / pull hard for very short periods after checking six - and then after seconds start getting speed back. (prepare to take evasive moves from green laser fire)

Generally everyones game is personalized - I think you still might need to do work on getting it to what you want it to be. I would hope that everyone keeps a backup of the game in its current state on a USB drive (or cloud) for this vary occasion. Its kinda the basics of owning a computer and is very easy to do this for FE1/2. Of course someone could decide to work on an ultimate Mod pack for FE2 that gets updated every 6 months combining the best mods.

At a guess: Corrupt lod or image files Graphics card, or driver issues

If your jet has a RWR (Radar Warning receiver) or RHAW and you get indications then its likely the missile fired is radar guided - so chaff, move, ECM etc. For IR missiles you might get the standard audio "hes firing a missile" - but IR MAWS are not simulated - so there will be no cockpit warnings of an IR missile. I don't use the subtitles - I think the colouring does affect if its aimed at you - but generally you need to keep you situational awareness up - if I hear hes firing a missile I break and have a look around Using radar on F-14/15 http://www.thirdwire.com/man/sf2/Strike_Fighters_2.htm Radar for F-4 F-15 and Vector RWR tutorial http://bbs.thirdwire.com/phpBB3w/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=2343 Lastly SF2 has a lot of real life considerations simulated - so all aspect IR missiles don't appear till around 1978 (before then its tail aspect only) - the AIM-7s are unreliable and will blow up for no reason - therefore they need to be employed within correct parameters to stand any chance. http://www.simhq.com/_air/air_061a.html http://www.simhq.com/_air/air_055a.html

from http://theaviationist.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Drone-Survival-Guide1.jpg

Saab has, within the framework of a previously signed agreement with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for Gripen E, received a serial production order amounting to SEK16, 4 billion for operations during 2013-2026. The order includes modification of 60 Gripen C to Gripen E for Sweden with initial deliveries in 2018. http://www.gripenblogs.com/Lists/Posts/Post.aspx?ID=800