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  1. AH-1F /S(MC) Cobra ver.2016

    BELL AH-1F / S(MC) COBRA Ver 1.0 for SF2
     
    January 2016.
     
    This is a third party add on of the AH-1S(MC) / F Cobra using models and cockpits created by me.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters.
    I have just modified it a bit.
     
    It is designed for and works only in the SF2 series.
     
    WeaponPACK for this model is also included.
     
    *************************************************************
     
    This is freeware-donationware; it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
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    This addon works only with included WeaponPACK. All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this weapon pack.
     
    Standard commands for activating Cobra features:
     
    AIRBRAKES - sun filter/shader on off - just for fun no airbrakes so empty animation slot for use.
     
    ARRESTING HOOK - jump from pilot station to gunner station.
     
    LANDING GEAR - skid search light on/off at any speed. Dont forget to retract it because you wil be not able to shoot.
     
    ANIMATION 8 - ammo bay dooors
     
    ANIMATION 9 - gunner door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 10 - pilot door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 1 - NVG (It is not nvg but some greent filter) If you don't like it disable it in cockpitini file.
     
    AH-1F was Step 3 upgrade program of Army Cobra. This variant was originally known as the AH-1S(MC) – Modified Cobra. In this model Army Cobra featured the three -barell 20mm M197 automatic cannon mounted in XM97 universal turret. The AH-1F also featured an improved rocekt management system for 2.75 inch rockets, an improved sighting system, and a more powerful electrical generator to support all new systems. It was later upgraded with engine inlet deflectors to allow using WFAR rockets with Mk66 motor.
     
    For take off: Around 75% of throttle vector - and then increase power to 70-85% (or more for quick lift) and pull controll stick little and snake will take off. Then reduce throttle vector as needed and reduce power to 69%. It should fly around 110kts now. 69% is about cruising speed.
    When on the ground you can see rotating blades for pitch and roll. Just additional and unnecesary thing (not visible so much when flying) but it is possible so it is there. Not working like i want but better then nothing.
     
    There are two different pylons on inboard stations one for rocketpods one for gunpods. Just to have a proper angle of fire with GP. It is not proper for real model but in my opinion best what can be done for SF engine. Rocket pods are ok with correct angle on inboard stations.
     
    NVG.
    Unfortunately there is no NVG in this game.
    I just added green "filter" to cockpit and you can activate it by default Animation 1 key.
    In external view ther will be little change in cockpit- unfortunately not moving with pilot/guner head.
    In copit view there is green glow and filter It is definitely not helping during night flight but this is beta version. Maybe one day real nvg will be possible here. If you dont like it disable it in cockpit.ini file. This feature apears only in National Guard 85 model and bonus,
     
    Skins:
    This pack is divided into two parts for Wings over "anywhere" and Desert Storm.
     
    For Desert Storm there is seperate model with 3 skins / units:
    C-troop 1st Sq(Air),7th Cav.
    2nd ACR.
    1st Sq(Air),1th Cav.
     
    Other wings over Europe, Asia anywhere
     
    Early F model as delivered to Army in early 80s
    4th Sq(Air),7th Cav. Budingen Germany 1988
    1st Sq(Air),17th Cav.'Urgent Fury'Grenada 1983
    163rd ACR Utah ANG, 1983
    163 ACR Aggressor MAWTS-1, FINEX-1988
     
    Late F model with intake deflectors
    1st Sq(Air),1th Cav.
    1st Sq(Air),1th Cav. IFOR Bosnia, 1995.
    1/150th Avn Bn. New Jersey ARNG.1998
     
    All serial numbers are proper for S(MC) / F model but am not sure if these numbers appeared in specific units.
    some seiral are taken from available photos and are matched to units. Some are just placeholders but are correct for model block buid.
     
    As far as i know all numbers in Desert Storm mod are correct.
     
    Weapons.
     
    Most of the weapon are same as in previous packs and are common to G/Q/S/P/E model.
    Including XM158 and M200/M260/M261 launchers and for smoe late models M260 and M261 with Mk66 motor rockets.
    TOWs BGM-71A/B/C/D
    There is additional optional Suppressed Exhaust loaded via weaponstation.
    Also here there is new M197 automatic cannon loaded via weaponstation.
     
    One more thing. I am using mostly standard weapon effects.
    Make sure to edit it your way if you decide to use this weapons.
     
    Pilots:
    I am using helopilots by OldDiego.
    Some pilots models might be too big for this helo.
     
     
     
    Enjoy.
    Report Bugs.
    Edit your way.
     
    For updates visit on:
    strikechoppers.wordpress.com
     
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    Reference:
    Techincal Manual Operators Manual for AH-1F TM-1-1520-236-10
    TM 9-1425-473-20 Technical Manual TOW Guided Missile M65
    TM 11-1520-221-34P Electronic Equipment Configurations
    Technical Manual.Armament subsystems,Helicopter;20mm automatic gun XM97E1. TM 9-1090-206-12
    Cobra! The Attack Helicopter: Fifty Years of Sharks Teeth and Fangs Mike Verier
    WALK AROUND AH-1G Cobra - Squadron Signal
    Combat Aircraft Series 09 - AH-1 Huey Cobra (1987)
    Osprey Colour Series Cobra Tank Killer Supreme
    Aerofax Datagraph 4 - Bell AH-1 Cobra Variants
    Squadron Signal - Bell AH-1 Cobra In Action
    Osprey - New Vanguard 125 - Huey Cobra Gunships
    XM-118 Organizational DS GS and Depot Maintenance XM118
    Concord 3002 US Marine Corps Helicopters
    airport-data.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    planepictures.net

    904 downloads

       (11 reviews)

    8 comments

    Updated

  2. H-21B Workhorse / H-21C Shawnee

    Piasecki H-21B Workhorse and H-21C Shawnee
     
    This is a third party addon of Piasecki H-21 models used by USAF and US Army Aviation
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series. And will never work in SF1.
     
    *************************************************************
     
    This is FREEWARE-DONATIONWARE and it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
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    Animations and standard commands:
     
    ANIMATION 1 - cockpit windows
    ANIMATION 8 - unfold hoist
    ANIMATION 10 - lower/raise hoist.
    Bomb bay opens Cargo doors.
     
    This is beta file. Collision points and hitboxes need to be fixed still.
    Better to share than store on hard drive.
    If someone wants to improve something let me know.
    Templates for pit or skins are available on pm request.
     
    Aircrafts include cockpit files for C and B versions.
    This is beta cockpit version. Not fully finished. So perhaps there wilbe update one day.
    Flying.
    As with all my previous helos flying is quite easy. With little practice you can even hoover. Without fake flaps and airbrakes.
    Important here to control is using rudder and vector thrust control.
    Normaly throtle vector control on 88-89 degree increase power 55% wait little and then increase to 100% and helo will take off nicely.
     
    You can load some "cargo" weapons for eye candy flying, fuel tanks and snow skids for some versions.
     
    Skins.
    Several skins for both B and C versions.
    H-21B Workhorse;
    - General skin for Military Air Transport Service
    - 22nd Heliron, Goose Bay,Labrador. 1956
    - 24th Heliron, Itazuke,Japan. 1958
    - 10th AIR RESCUE SQUADRON
    - 23th Heliron, Phalsbourg,France 1955
    - 5040th Heliron, 21st Comp.Wing, Elmendorf,Alaska. 1969
    - 1001st Heliron, Washington DC. 1962.
    - Air Research and Development Command,Edwards AFB

    and bonus skin for Air Force of the Democratic Republic of the Congo

    H-21C:
    - General skin for US Army Aviation
    - A-Company, 2nd Avn.Bn. 2nd Inf.Div.Korea, 1969.
    - 80th Trans.Company, Fort Richardson, Alaska, 1964.
    - Flight School, Fort Rucker, Alabama, 1960.
     
    There is seperete folder for Vietnm War mod containing all required files (skins/decals/weapons) This aircraft uses different lod file than standard H-21C. It can also be equipped with side door gunner.
    - 121st Avn Co. Da Nang / Soc Trang 1963.
    - 93rd Transportation Company, Da Nang / Soc Trang 1962.
    - 57th Transportation Company 1962 and 1963
     
     
     
    All serial numbers are historicaly correct.. As far as I know. But not always correct for specific units.
     

    Have fun.
    Hope you will enjoy it same as me when working on it.
    Edit and report bugs.
     
    Jarek Hereda.
     
    Thanks for all kind support.

    281 downloads

       (11 reviews)

    5 comments

    Submitted

  3. HH-53C / CH-53C Super Jolly Green Over Europe

    Sikorsky CH-53C, HH-53C Super Jolly Green Giant Over Europe Ver 3.0 for SF2
    This is a third party add-on of early rescue / special operations Sikorsky helicopter HH-53C and CH-53C 
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series. And will never work in SF1.
     
    March 2016
    February 2019
    *************************************************************
    This is FREEWARE-DONATIONWARE and it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
    *************************************************************
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    CHANGES:
    I highly recommend to overwrite previous files decals/weapons/guns- or best is delete the old one and put new files.
    YOU NEED TO DELETE OLD AIRCRAFT FOLDERS CH-53Cand HH-53C from European pack.  Many things were changed and as tested Overwriting may cause some problems...So delete old ones put new ones.
    The rest (except Aircraft folders) are same can be overwritten without fear...also delete old weapon: HH-53_ ALE-20
    Small changes in ini files, corrections on fuel loadout, changes in cockpit ini. 
    Small changes in skins. Also No longer fake weapon "no gun" is needed - thanks to The Trooper. He pointed small fix in data.ini.
    Added simple bump and specular maps. Also added damage tgas.
    Major changes in the cockpit - now it is much more correct. Although probably not everyone cares ore will see a difference. Anyway.

    ******************IMPORTANT******************
    FakePilot mod needed to run this mod. 
    As always.
    Standard animation commands HH-53 C:
    LANDING GEAR - Nose light deploy/retract at any speed.
    ANIMATION 1 - cargo ramp half open
    ANIMATION 2 - cabin windows
    ANIMATION 3 - wipers outside/inside
    ANIMATION 4 - refueling probe
    Hook - changes position when refueling to see the tip of the spear.
    rescue op:
    Open "bombbay" doors - cargo ramp and right side hatch/door
    ANIMATION 8 - Open side doors, lower jungle penetrator
    ANIMATION 9 - deploy PJ
    ANIMATION 10 - lower/raise hoist.
    Animation 8, 9 and 10 have a speed limit. So you can't hoist on full speed.
     
    With little practice, you can even hoover. Without fake flaps and airbrakes.
    Important here to control is using rudder and vector thrust control.
    Normally throttle vector control on 88-89 degree increase power 70% then slowly more and more, wait and it will take off.
     
    Cockpits.
    One cockpit for both aircrafts.
    Skins.
    All serial numbers are based on available photos and are historically correct and few versions of one unit for each helo.
    CH-53C 601st TASS Sembach, Germany.
    - early SEA and late EURO1/ hi viz painting.
    HH-53C 67th ARRS Woodbridge, UK.
    - early SEA and EURO1 camouflage scheme plus additional one grey before 67th moved to Woodbridge.
    Weapons.
    The only "offensive" weapon is left/right side gunner equipped with GAU-2 minigun. Well, it is quite a defensive weapon.
    CH-53C can be equipped with a refueling probe (same weapon station as in RH-53D)
     
    There is a separate weapon station called SandyStation - with allowed all sort of offensive weapons. Purpose of this station is to fly with Sandy (or any other USAF aircraft) as wingman fully loaded. Same way can be added Sandy fuel tanks.
    IMPORTANT -
    Due to tu construction of this mod, it is better to use collision and landing on NORMAL setting. On hard, you may have some complications on the airfield - especially with underslung cargo load.
     
    Pilots - best to use is OldDiego's pilots.
     
    Have fun.
    Edit and report bugs.
     
    Jarek Hereda.
     
    Thanks to everyone who helped me with this. daddyairplanes,331Killerbee,76.IAP-Blackbird.
    Thanks for all kind support.
     
    T.O. 1H-53©A-2-1 Technical Manual USAF HH-53 and CH-53 model.
    T.O. 1H-53(H)B-1 Flight Manual.
    H-53 Sea Stallion in Action Squadron/Signal Publications by C.M.Reed.
    hampshireairfields.co.uk
    gonavy.jp
    helis.com
    amarcexperience.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    abpic.co.uk
    planepictures.net
    pavelow.us
    pjpararescue.blogspot.com
    pjsinnam.com
    jollygreen.info
    edwards.af.mil
    and more.....

    633 downloads

       (13 reviews)

    7 comments

    Updated

  4. Vertol V43 Heeresflieger

    Vertol V43 'Bimskuh' Heeresflieger
     
    This is a third party addon of Vertol V43 model used by Heeresflieger /German Army Aviation/ and shortly by Luftwaffe
     
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series. And will never work in SF1.
     

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    This is FREEWARE-DONATIONWARE and it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     

    *************************************************************
     

    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     

    Jarek Hereda
     

    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     

    Animations and standard commands:
     

    ANIMATION 1 - cockpit windows
     
    ANIMATION 8 - unfold hoist
     
    ANIMATION 10 - lower/raise hoist.
     

    This is beta file.
    Better to share than store on hard drive.
    If someone wants to improve something let me know.
    Templates for pit or skins are available on pm request.
     

    Aircrafts include cockpit files.
    This is beta cockpit version. Not fully finished. So perhaps there wilbe update one day.
     
    Flying.
    As with all my previous helos flying is quite easy. With little practice you can even hoover. Without fake flaps and airbrakes.
    Important here to control is using rudder and vector thrust control.
    Normaly throtle vector control on 88-89 degree increase power 55% wait little and then increase to 100% and helo will take off nicely.
     

    Pack includes
    set of skins to represent early Luftwaffe and Army models.
    serials and codes covers all V43 used in Germany by all units.
    All serial numbers and codes are historicaly correct.
    .. As far as I know.
     
    This mod is not covering late V43B and sole V44 models.
     
    Same cargo 'weapons' as in previous pack included plus one new German style.
     
    Have fun.
    Hope you will enjoy it same as me when working on it.
    Edit and report bugs.
     
     
     
    Jarek Hereda.
     
    Thanks for all kind support.

    150 downloads

       (6 reviews)

    1 comment

    Submitted

  5. Piasecki H-21/ Vertol V44 around the World

    Piasecki H-21 Workhorse / Vertol V44
    This is a third party addon of Piasecki/Vertol H-21 models used by Canada, Japan, France and Sweden.
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series. And will never work in SF1.
     
    *************************************************************
     
    This is FREEWARE-DONATIONWARE and it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     

    *************************************************************
     

    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     

    Animations and standard commands:
     

    ANIMATION 1 - cockpit windows
     
    ANIMATION 8 - unfold hoist
     
    ANIMATION 10 - lower/raise hoist.
     

    This is beta file.
    Better to share than store on hard drive.
    If someone wants to improve something let me know.
    Templates for pit or skins are available on pm request.
     

    Aircrafts include cockpit files for C and B versions.
     
    This is beta cockpit version. Not fully finished. So perhaps there wilbe update one day.
     

    Flying.
    As with all my previous helos flying is quite easy. With little practice you can even hoover. Without fake flaps and airbrakes.
    Important here to control is using rudder and vector thrust control.
    Normaly throtle vector control on 88-89 degree increase power 55% wait little and then increase to 100% and helo will take off nicely.
     
    Pack includes
    H-21B used by Japan Self Defense Air Force
    Vertol V44 used by Japan Ground Self Defense Force
    H-21B used Royal Canadian Air Forces / Canadian Air Force
    H-21B/C used By French Army Aviation and French Navy Aviation.
    Hkp-1 used by Navy of Sweden.
     
    and bonus skin for V44 used bt Union of Burm Air Force.
    All serial numbers and codes are historicaly correct.. As far as I know.
     

    Have fun.
    Hope you will enjoy it same as me when working on it.
    Edit and report bugs.
     
    Jarek Hereda.
     
    Thanks for all kind support.

    154 downloads

       (7 reviews)

    5 comments

    Submitted

  6. Polish Wings. MiG-21 Fishbeds.

    This is total pack of MiG-21 used by Polish Air Force.
    Polish Fishbeds version F-13, PF, PFM, M, MF, bis and R.
    Pack is not including two seaters U, US and UM. Unfortunately.
     
    First of all this is huge pack due to skins and decals..
    after unpakcing it is little above 1GB.
     
    Pack is using standard TW models and full merged instal is recomended.
     
    All skins are based on great templates by.comrad. http://combatace.com/files/file/14482-mig-21-mfsm-temps/
    Ive made few changes to PF/PFM and F-13 models.
    INI files are borrowed from MiG-21 Complete pack by ataribaby - http://combatace.com/files/file/9488-mig-21-complete-pack-sf2-18/
    FM is (i think) medium setings from Fubar512 settings.
    Cockpits and avionics are from Paladrian MiG-21 set
    All aircrafts have additional avionics and cockpit ini files for easy way (ccip etc)
     
    I have edited data ini files as follows:
    All aircrafts have nation set to Poland.
    All aircrafts have edited weaponstations by weight and diameter limits and specific station code. I've separated stations for irm, bombs,fuel tanks etc. So bombs do not apear on missile launchers, also ive corrected some weight limits.
    Ive added all weapons moded / required for this pack.
    Exept for:
    GP-9,PTB-800S MiG-21 Center pylon. although GP-9 have new skin.
     
    All Air to Air weapons are adited to work only with this pack. So not all weapons can be loaded. Ive set only those A2A weapons as used by Polish Air Force.
    R-13 Rockets can be fired only by MiG-21bis.
    R-3R can be carried only by MiG-21bis due to RP-22 radar.
    R-60 shouldn't be carried by F-13 but it makes mess with editing. so somehow its possible to load.
    As for air-ground weapons it uses standard weapons like OFABs, FABs, ZABs, UB-series rocket pods etc.
    Fake Pilot mod is required to have proper MiG-21R. (althought Polish R had periscopes on canopy instaled)
     
    New skin for GP-9 gun pod. for PF model.
    GP-9 for PFM model is separated and is loaded as gun pod. Node is part of aircraft.
    New PTB-490 fuel tank.
    PTB-800 fuel tank is like in other available packs - can be carried by some late Polish MiGs.
    MiG-21bis and MiG-21MF /96A00/ can carry SPS-141Je pod (as addon to ECM pod you can (should) load ASO-2I-E7P decoy dispenser - it is part of SPS in real)
    RS-2US is main "unfortunate" air to air weapon for all early models exept F-13 (it has no radar) and bis (it has RP-22 radar and can fire R-3R)
    Reco pod as same as in other pack available before - new skin for D type pod.
    All weapon loadout.ini files are much "what if" as Polish Air Force never operated MiG-21 in any coinflict.
    New PTB-490 and SPS-141Je are made by me.
     
    Models
    MiG-21F-13 /model-74/ - first delivered to Polish Air Force Fishbed. 25 delivered.
    MiG-21PF /model 76/ - 84 delivered between 1964-1966.
    MiG-21PFM /model-94A/ - 120 delivered between 1964-1969.
    MiG-21PFM (N) /model-94N/ - 12 delivered, capable of delivering special bomb. It was equipped with different center pylon allowing ot carry tactical nukes. later downgraded to PFM standard.
    MiG-21R /model-94R/ - 36 delivered between 1968-1972.
    MiG-21M /model-96/ - 36 delivered between 1968-1971.
    MiG-21MF /model-96A/ - 100 deliverd between 1971-1974.
    MiG-21MF /model-96A00/ - 20 delivered in 1995. Long history behind this aircrafts. In short - all aircrafts were supposed for different country with ongoing war...delivered to Poland small diferences in avionics - capable to carry SPS-141Je Siren electronic countermeasure station.
    MiG-21bis /model-75A/ - 72 delivered between 1980-1982. Only Fishbed with R-13 engine and RP-22 radar station.
     
    All skins are as jpg 2048x2048 format. With national markings painted. (different insignia for aircrafts up to 1993) and new one 1993 onward.
    All decals are made by me and are historicaly correct and matched to specific units and service year.
    Polish MiGs were transfered from unit to unit (sometiems only virtualy) so its is also big mess with serial numbers. Also somewhere in mid 80s it was allowed to pint squadron insignia on airframe. when aircraft was transfered to new unit it usualty retained old squadron insignia.. in 90s some aircrafts got insignia of 3 diferent units...
    Polish MiG were silver/grey and not much color here. Although few were wearing special paintjobs. And those are also included (few of them).
    During maintenace aicrafts received some paint using some different shades of grey...but here all are silver grey.
    Al Polish MiGs-21 when delivered were equipped with R-11 engine and RP-21 station exept MiG-21 bis model - equipped with R-13 engine and newer RP-22 radar station.
     
    Pack also uses:
    KV-1 seat by AmokFloo
    Weapons ravenclaw and others from CA.
    PBP-2-3S Monsun rack by logan4
    MBD2 - bomb rack by Snailman.
    Pilots by TheTrooper. Repainted and renamed.
    SPO-3 pod for MiG-21R by Spillone104
    All credits and hails to creator of reco pods!
    Also all credits to creators of other stuff that I forot to mention.
     
    Again all credits to you guys who made this game so good after years. Thanks for yours work,
     
    report bugs and missing files.
     
    Jarek Hereda.

    1,182 downloads

       (6 reviews)

    4 comments

    Updated

  7. F-7N Airguard Over Iran. SF2.

    F-7M Airguard.
    This is skinset and decal set for F-7M as used by Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force.
    Purchased in late 80's very unfortunate fighter jet amid IRIAF fighters.
    Due to limited reference material this is very possible skin/decal set.
    Pack contains one skin set with 3 squadrons that operated F-7M.
    All serial numbers are historicaly correct. (As far as I know)
    Aircraft is set for specific country - in this case Iran.
     
    credits:
    TMF/Mod Mafia for F-7M => http://combatace.com/files/file/13548-sf2-chengdu-j-7-fishbed-series-pak-by-mod-mafiatmf/
    All skins are based on Sundowner templates from here => http://combatace.com/files/file/13624-template-set-for-tmfmod-mafia-f-7m-fishbed/
     
    Model : Flying Toaster with version-specific changes by BPAo
    Pit model : Mago/Paladrian with version-specific changes by BPAo
    Skin Templates: Sundowner
    Sounds: TMF
    Data ini/FM : Kreelin & 3W and some minor updates by me.
    last is me for very little,data ini loadouts, updates / reworking and assembling the package.
    490 ltr fuel tank by me.
    All credit to someone who did pilot model and skins.
     
    report bugs.
    Hope you will like it.
     
    Enjoy
    Jarek Hereda

    489 downloads

       (7 reviews)

    4 comments

    Updated

  8. DC-8 Sarigue. SF2.

    DC-8 Sarigue. Systeme Aeroporte de Recueil d’Informations de Guerre Electronique (Airborne Electronic Warfare Information Gathering System)
     
    Simple mod of Veltro's DC-8 aircraft.
    Ive made this to fill my Desert Storm instal.
    It is not perfect but consider this as beta.
    If someone wishes to add something, improve skins etc...contact me.
     
    Fake Pilot mod is needed to run this mod.
     
    I've made one basic skin thanks to templates from original pack and DC-8 Sarigue mod.
    I'm using C-160 pit from florians work. It fits well for me here. In case i want to fly this.
     
    Credits:
    Veltro2k original model
    daddyairplanes initial skin work, some ini edits
    Florian C-160 cockpit.
     
    original DC-8 pack by daddyairplanes is here => http://combatace.com/files/file/16327-dc-8-series-by-veltro2k/

    194 downloads

       (3 reviews)

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  9. F-14A Tomcat over Iran. SF2.

    This is F-14A Tomcat as after 1979 in Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force.
    This is based on Thirdwire DLC 027. So if you dont have this pack you can't use this mod.
     
    Whats in.
    This is basicly the skin and decals set For F-14A_Iran from DLC027.
    Skin is based on pappychksix templates
     
    All decals are made by me and set to randomization=TRUE.
    Ive put only 72 serial numbers into 3 squadrons that operated F-14A in 79-80.
    Al numbers are historicaly correct, but only few are proper for specific unit.
    During Iran-Iraq war lot aircrafts were transfered from unit to unit or temporary written off so its hard to track proper aircraft placement in units.
    few aircrafts were also serving in testing units. So total aircrafts in service in 1979 was probably around 70.
     
    No weapons / pilots added. It will work with latest ravenclaw weapons for sure.
     
    There is optional folder with INI files. Its is mix of inis based on TMF F-14 pack.
    And also pit is from TMF pack.
    So all credit to them for their work.
    Credits to pappychksix for F-14 Templates from here => http://combatace.com/files/file/13567-hi-rez-f-14a-tomcat-templates/
    Cockpit: Chris (original and new update) with tweaks by Crusader and Caesar
    FM: ThirdWire, Caesar, Column5, Spectre8750
    Avionics: Crusader, ThirdWire, Sup Gen, Caesar, Dave, CrazyhorseB34
    Ejection Mod: Stary

    500 downloads

       (4 reviews)

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  10. Mig-21 F/MF/R Fishbeds in Iraq. SF2. vol.1

    Iraqi Air Force Mig-21F, MF and R versions.
    This pack includes some pilot files, weapons and skins.
     
    All skins are new made by me based on comrad's great template http://combatace.com/files/file/14482-mig-21-mfsm-temps/
    I repainted few things and added few new (like on F skin).
     
    All national markikngs are painted. Only decals are serial numbers.
     
    Ive added new PTB-490 liter fuel tank.
    Also "pilot" folders are added.
    fake pilot SPO-3pod is rapainted to match R version skin.
    SPO-3 fake pilot by Spillone104
    Fakepilot mod is needed to run MiG-21R.
     
    It includes ini files; loadouts, avionics, cockpit etc. Those files are edited little - mostly changes in weapon stations.
     
    INI files are borrowed from MiG-21 Complete pack by ataribaby http://combatace.com/files/file/9488-mig-21-complete-pack-sf2-18/
    FM is (i think) medium setings from Fubar512 settings.
     
    Cockpits and avionics are from Paladrian MiG-21 set
    AmokFloo for KV1 seat
     
    Decals are set to randomization=TRUE and using standard TW decals set.
     
    Have fun
    Jarek Hereda.
     

    If i missed someone work here sorry for that, It was not intensionaly.

    488 downloads

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  11. AH-1J Sea Cobra SF1

    BELL AH-1J SEA COBRA Wings Over the Seven Seas * Ver 1.0 for SF1
    For those who stil are stick to sf1 series.
    This is a third party add on of the AH-1J Sea Cobra using models and cockpits created by me.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters.
    I have just modified it a bit.
     
    It is designed for and works in the SF1.
     
    WeaponPACK for this model is also included.
     
    *************************************************************
     
    This is freeware; it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     
    This model is based on previous G model. Well with little modifications.
    Plus new version of slow/fast rotor.
     
    Also new cockpits included for both 69 and 80 versions.
     
    This addon works only with included WeaponPACK. All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this weapon pack.
     
    Standard commands for activating Cobra features:
     
    AIRBRAKES - jump from pilot station to gunner station.
     
    ARRESTING HOOK - deploy arresting hook to land on aircraft carrier.
     
    LANDING GEAR - belly light deploy/retract at any speed. Don't forget to fold before shooting.
     
    A2A mode - gunner station guncross for turret.
     
    A2Ground mode - pilot M60 gunsight cross.
     
    ANIMATION 7 - turret doors
     
    ANIMATION 8 - ammo bay dooors
     
    ANIMATION 9 - gunner door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 10 - pilot door (ext and cockpit view)
     
     
    For take off: Around 75% of throttle vector (small needle on RPM clock in cockpit should be like 65degree up) - (default ctrl + ) and then increase power to 70-85% (or more for quick lift) and pull controll stick little and snake will take off. Then reduce throttle vector as needed and reduce power to 69%. It should fly around 110kts now. 69% is about cruising speed.
     
    When on the ground you can see rotating blades for pitch and roll. Just additional and unnecesary thing (not visible so much when flying) but it is possible so it is there. Not working like i want but better then nothing.
     
    There are two different pylons on inboard stations one for rocketpods one for gunpods. Just to have a proper angle of fire with GP. It is not proper for real model but in my opinion best what can be done for SF engine. Rocket pods are ok with correct angle on inboard stations.
     
    To take off from ship.
    Increase throttle realase brake.
    Or.
    Incrase throttle around 75% of throttle vector controll and then realase brake.
    Landing on ship.
    Aproach. Reduce speed using throttle vector controll. Realase hook. Slowly aproach matching speed with vessel and reducing altitude to deck height. Hit deck. Needs practice but it is easy.
     
    Catapult on deck are set 10cm higher than regular deck level. So aircraft is 'hovering' 10cm above deck. It must be this way since these vesseles are not supportin aircraft carrier operations. It is just fooling game engine.
     
    Skins:
    69 Model
    For Wings Over Vietnam
    HML-367 'Scareface' Marble Mountain 1971
    HMA-369 'Marhukers' Operation MARHUK USS Cleveland, USS Denver
     
    For Wings Over Europe North Atlantic/Mediterranean Sea and anywhere.
    HMM-263© Det.HMA-269 USS Guadalcanal 1975
    HMM-162© Det.HMA-269 USS Guadalcanal 1976 (I am not sure if BuNos and modex are 100% correct here)
    HMH-362© Det.HMA-269 USS Guadalcanal 1976
    HMM-262© Det.HMA-169 USS Tarawa 1979 (I am not sure if BuNos and modex are 100% correct here)
     
    80 Model
    For Operation Desert Storm
    Last and only AH-1J combat units, Marine reserve squadrons.
    HMA-773 'Sea Cobras' USS New Orleans 1991
    HMA-775 'Coyotes' Camp Smith, Saudi Arabia 1991
     
    For other secret operations during Cold War.
    HMA-169 'World Famous Vipers'
    This unit used AH-1J until 1986. This skin is based on photos but serial numbers are not 100% correct. Those are real Sea Cobra numbers but fictional for this unit. However numbers started with 159 were present in this unit.
     
     
    Optional files:
    Two navy ships LHA and LPD class. Converted to USMC service. So in single mission, player flight will start from ship. (Water map needed)
    Both with landing deck.
    Experimental lights on deck of LPD class ship. Credits to Fubar for his carrier lights pack.
     
    Weapons:
    Unlike the G model here on Sea Cobra gun is already part of airframe. This way is better for J model.
    If you have downloaded G model plus weaponPACK before rocket pods and gun pods are working fine here.
    For 80's model version there is folder with specific weapons. LAU-68/61 for MK66 Hydra plus AN/ALE 39 CMDs
    Mk66 Hydra rockets with different warheads included.
    LAU-10D/A launchers and MK71 Zunis. Also included in pack. However there is already existing great hi-poly hi-detailed version of LAU-10 and Zunis by Ravenclaw. If you wish you can use them by editing ini files. My Zuni rockets are little more FPS friendly.
     
    One more thing. I am using mostly standard weapon effects.
    Make sure to edit it your way if you decide to use this weapons.
     
    During late 70 Marines tested scoop exhaust like on older G. There are just a few photos with this mod.
    Here in game it will apear for a while in 1976-1978. It doesn't do anything. Since there is no IR suppresion in game. It is just for look and fun factor.
     
    In 80's model there is ALQ-144 IR Jammer. Since ther is no IR Jamming in game it is just very weak jammer. you can turn it on but don't count on jamming.
     
    Pilots:
    I am using usnpilots by OldDiego. Not included.
    Some pilots models might be too big for this helo.
     
     
    Instalation:
     
    Copy all files into specific folders.
     
    Sounds:
    For M197gatling sound copy the lines from SOUNDLIST ADDON to your soundlist ini file.
     
    Squadrons:
    Add specific entrys form Squadronlist addon to your squadron list.
     
     
    Enjoy.
    Edit your way.
     
     
    For updates visit on:
    strikechoppers.wordpress.com
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    Reference:
    NAVAIR 00-110AH1-4
    NATOPS FLIGHT MANUAL AH-1J
    TM 55-1520-221-10 Operators Manual Army Model AH 1G Helicopter
    Osprey Combat Aircraft 41 - US.Army AH-1 Units In Vietnam
    Cobra! The Attack Helicopter: Fifty Years of Sharks Teeth and Fangs Mike Verier
    GUNSLINGERS IN ACTIONS - Squadron Signal
    WALK AROUND AH-1G Cobra - Squadron Signal
    Combat Aircraft Series 09 - AH-1 Huey Cobra (1987)
    Osprey Colour Series Cobra Tank Killer Supreme
    Aerofax Datagraph 4 - Bell AH-1 Cobra Variants
    Squadron Signal - Bell AH-1 Cobra In Action
    Osprey - New Vanguard 125 - Huey Cobra Gunships
    XM-118 Organizational DS GS and Depot Maintenance XM118
    With the 1st Marine Division in Desert Shield and Desert Storm
    U.S. Marines in the Persian Gulf 90-91 MARINE FORCES AFLOAT IN DESERT SHIELD AND DESERT STORM
    Concord 3002 US Marine Corps Helicopters
    airport-data.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    planepictures.net

    474 downloads

       (2 reviews)

    4 comments

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  12. AH-1Q_Wings Over Europe

    BELL AH-1Q COBRA Ver 1.0
    --------------------------------------------------------
     
     
    This is a third party add on of the AH-1Q Cobra using models and cockpits created by me.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters.
    I have just modified it a bit.
     
    It is designed for and works in the SF1 and SF2 series.
    However this pack is build on SF1 folder tree.
    For SF2 You have to separete Decals folders.
    There is a plenty of tutorials how to convert to SF2 series.
     
    There is a issue with tractorbeamshadow. I will try to fix this asap.
    For now temporary i dont have posibility to convert and work on SF2 sim. Temporary.
     
    *************************************************************
     
    This is freeware; it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
    strikechoppers.wordpress.com
     
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     
     
    ******************IMPORTANT******************
     
    This addon works only with my WeaponPACK.
     
    For this Q model you should download standard weapon pack for AH-1G.
    You can download it here:
     
    http://combatace.com/files/file/15215-ah-1g-weaponpack/
    New weapons specific for this model are already included in this package.
     
    All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with Cobra WeaponPACK.
     
    Standard commands for activating Cobra features:
     
    AIRBRAKES - sun filter/shader on off - just for fun no airbrakes so empty animation slot for use.
     
    ARRESTING HOOK - jump from pilot station to gunner station.
     
    LANDING GEAR - belly light deploy/retract at any speed in late models
    - nose lights activate/deactivate in early model. Lights must on.
     
    A2A mode - gunner station guncross for turret.
     
    A2Ground mode - pilot M73 cross.
     
    ANIMATION 7 - turret doors
     
    ANIMATION 8 - ammo bay dooors
     
    ANIMATION 9 - gunner door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 10 - pilot door (ext and cockpit view)
     
     
    For take off: Around 75% of throttle vector (small needle on RPM clock in cockpit should be like 65degree up) - (default ctrl + ) and then increase power to 70-85% (or more for quick lift) and pull controll stick little and snake will take off. Then reduce throttle vector as needed and reduce power to 69%. It should fly around 110kts now. 69% is about cruising speed.
     
    When on the ground you can see rotating blades for pitch and roll. Just additional and unnecesary thing (not visible so much when flying) but it is possible so it is there. Not working like i want but better then nothing.
     
    There are two different pylons on inboard stations one for rocketpods one for gunpods. Just to have a proper angle of fire with GP. It is not proper for real model but in my opinion best what can be done for SF engine. Rocket pods are ok with correct angle on inboard stations.
     
    Outboard TOW pylons. You can load 4 or 8 BGM-71 Missiles. Upper M65 launcher is made as StationGroupID=3 and lowwer M65 launcher is StationGroupID=4. Either you can load only on upper launcher or both lower and upper.
    Of course loading onl on lower without upper will look silly. But this is thirdwire game engine. We can't change it. Unfortunately in loadout menu option for 2 BGM-71 will appear. Well i don't know how to limit station to load only on weapon rack. Do not use it also. It doesn't look good. And missile has no launching tube.
     
    Guns are loaded as weaponstations so player got options.
     
     
    For updates visit on:
    strikechoppers.wordpress.com
     
    There is skin only for 11 ACR in Europe. Well Q was upgraded to S(MOD) quickly so not much info to find about Q in units.
    All serial numbers are proper for Q model but am not sure if these numbers appeared in 11th ACR.
    15086 for sure was there.
     
     
    This pack contains already weapons folder. There you will find 2 new weapons and one weapon rack for this Q model Cobra.
    BGM-71A
    BGM-71B
    TOW launcher tubes.
     
    Also you have to download my WeaponPACK for AH-1G so this helo can work properly. Otherwise there will be no rocket pods, guns etc.
    http://combatace.com/files/file/15215-ah-1g-weaponpack/
     
    Copy other files from folders /Flight and /Sounds into your folders in game directory.
     
     
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
    IMPORTANT
    If you dont have US Army Aviation service you will need to add the following to your Nations.ini file which should be in your Flight folder.
    Make sure the XXX is replaced with the next number in sequence in your file:
     
    [Nationxxx]
    Name=USA
    DisplayName=United States Army Aviation
    Alignment=FRIENDLY
    PilotNameList=NamesUSAF.lst
    RankList=RanksUSAF.lst
    CallsignList=CallsignsUS.lst
    Formation.Fighter=USFighter
    Formation.Attack=USFighter
    Formation.Bomber=USBomber
    Formation.Transport=USBomber
    Formation.Tank=USTank
    Formation.MobileAD=USAD
    PilotTrainingStandard=EXCELLENT
    GenderRatio=0
    DebriefSuccessMusic=DebriefSuccess.wav
    DebriefFailMusic=DebriefFail.wav
    DebriefKilledMusic=DebriefKilled.wav
    SpeechFile=USAFSpeech.cat
    SpeechTextFile=USAFSpeechText.cat
    Medals=MedalsUSAF.ini
    MedalTextFile=MedalsUSAF.str
    UseFAC=TRUE
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    Reference:
    TM 55-1520-221-10 Operators Manual Army Model AH 1G Helicopter
    TM 55-1520-234-10 Operator's Manual Army Model AH 1S(MOD) Helicopter
    TM 9-1425-473-20 Technical Manual TOW Guided Missile M65
    TM 11-1520-221-34P Electronic Equipment Configurations...
    Combat Aircraft Series 09 - AH-1 Huey Cobra (1987)
    Aerofax Datagraph 4 - Bell AH-1 Cobra Variants
    Squadron Signal - Bell AH-1 Cobra In Action
    Osprey - New Vanguard 125 - Huey Cobra Gunships
    XM-118 Organizational DS GS and Depot Maintenance XM118
    11thacraviation.com
    usarmygermany.com
    airport-data.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    planepictures.net

    503 downloads

       (3 reviews)

    3 comments

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  13. Sikorsky R-4B / HNS-1 / Hoverfly Mk.1

    Sikorsky R-4B/HNS-1/Hoverfly Mk.1
     

    This is a third party addon of Sikorsky R-4B/HNS-1 helicopter.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters modified by me. I am not using airbrakes or flaps but flying fast and slow is stil possible, even hovering with little practice.
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series. And will never work in SF1.
     

    *************************************************************
     
    This is FREEWARE-DONATIONWARE and it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     
    Animations and standard commands:
     
    ANIMATION 1 - right side door.
    ANIMATION 2 - left side door.
     
    This is beta file.
    Better to share than store on hard drive.
    If someone wants to improve something let me know.
    Templates for pit or skins are available on pm request.
     
    Simple cockpit included.
    Flying.
    As with all my previous helos flying is quite easy. With little practice you can even hoover. Without fake flaps and airbrakes.
    Important here to control is using rudder and vector thrust control.
    Normaly throtle vector control on 88-89 degree increase power 55% wait little and then increase to 100% and helo will take off nicely. 341 version got little less power in engine.
     
     
     
    Skins.
    Each aircraft got one set of skins representing USArmy Air Corps, Royal navy And US Coast Guard.
     
    All serial numbers are historicaly correct.. As far as I know.
     
    Decals for USCG and Royal Navy by Coupi.
    Pilot is from Korea Mod but I don't know who is creator of this model. All credit to him.
     

    Have fun.
    Hope you will enjoy it same as me when working on it.
    Edit and report bugs.
     
    Jarek Hereda.
     
    Thanks for all kind support.

    204 downloads

       (7 reviews)

    5 comments

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  14. Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King SF2. re-mod.

    This is simple remod, overhaul of Florian's Sea King model.
    Model itself is Florian work and all hail to him for his work.
     
    ---------------------------------------------
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
     
    This mod represents SH-3D and some versions of SH-3A used by US Navy for CSAR operations.
     
    Althoug Florian's SH-3 represents something between A-D Generaly it fits here but are not hundred% correct.
    There were also two D versions with small differences...but this is different story.
     
    This is version 2 uploadaed with smaler size of skins.
    You can also download only skins in seperate rar file.
     
    Model itself is untouched by me. Only in A version ive removed few bits by ini work.
    Using Florian's skins ive made templates and new skins.
     
    In this pack SH-3D skins are:
     
    HS-4 'Black Knights' USS Ticonderoga 1971
    HS-5 'Night Dippers' USS Wasp 1970
    HS-11 'Dragonslayers' USS John F. Kennedy 1976
     
    SH-3A is made for Wings over Vietnam mod.
    It represents only one unit:
    HS-6 'Indians' USS Kearsarge 1966-1968 at Yankee Station.
    Plus additional one skin with shortly used camo paint.
     
    All decals are made by me and are based on available documents and photos. So lets say - historicaly correct.
     
    This helo got new ini work. So if you have old Florian SeaKing - do a backup. Becasue this is new and you might not like it.
    new aircraft data ini with new flight model, and few differences
    animation keys reassigned.
     
    Sonar and MAD operations are same as before, ANIMATION KEYS 3,4,5
    Right side rear slide doors are opened as bomb_bay
    left side slide door as ANIMATION KEY 1
     
    Rotor brake ANIMATION KEY 7
    Folding rotor ANIMATION KEY 8
     
    Ive put some speed limits for animations up to 30 kts for doors,and rotor animation so you can fold onboard vessel.
     
    Flying is done same way as in my helos. Vector thrust controll, etc.. it is pretty simple.
     
    Last thing:
    There is new cockpit. As replacement ive done some simple generic cockpit for SH-3. Since there is lot of versions of SeaKing lot of pits, this is generic and simple build, that should fit here.
    Consider it as beta, few things are not working there.
     
    ***************
    THIS COCKPIT FOR SH-3 SEA KING OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    ***************
     
    Unpack the files.
    Drop all files into your mod folder the way they are setup in this pack.
     
    Credits:
    Florian - BIG thanks for model.
    Yakarov79 - me: INI work , skins, decals and cockpit.
     
    Have fun.
    Edit and report bugs.
     
    Jarek Hereda.
     
    Thanks.

    741 downloads

       (13 reviews)

    8 comments

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  15. Iranian Air Force support aircrafts.

    This pack includes aicrafts used by Iranian Air Force.
    Mostly eye candy aircrafts, available on CA. (with one exeption)
    P-3F Orion - Used by Air Force to support Iranian Navy. New skin based on my template, and correct serial number decals. Im using here Florian's pit for C-160 - for me it fits wel here.
     
    Boeing KC-707 - simple mod by fakepilot adding (not operational) refueling pods on wing tips. Decals with correct serial numbers.
     
    C-130E Hercules used by Iranian Air Foce transport squadrons. Serial numbers are correct, but not necesarly proper for units. Althoug those 3 units were probably operating E Hercules in 1979.
     
    Cessna 337 - only skin, for now as there is no better model. YAP's model is ok but uvwraping is screwd.
    So I chose CA model by V2K - also not perfect but as temporary eye candy must fit here.
     
    Pilatus PC-6 from "other site" you need all files from A-Team site to run this mod. This mod provides only skin for IRIAF and ini files that should be used with this mod. (do backup here)
    Also fake pilot "proper" exhaust for Turbo PC-6 - old exhasut removed by data.ini file.
     
    T-33 skin pack with correct serial numbers.
     
    So as I said it is eye candy aircraft pack for Iran-Iraq war era.
     
    All serial numbers in this pack are historicaly correct and are based on available documents, photos.
     
    Credits:
    P-3F Orion with Cockpit - Florian
    KC-707 - Mirage Factory C-135B Model by BPAO
    Cessna 337 -O-2A Skymaster - model Veltro2K from pack by Wrench.
    C-130E, cokcpit and templates by Dels.
    T-33 by ErikGen from pack by Wrench.
    PC-6 - A-Team...
    All skins (exept T-33) and decals are made by me.
    Skin for T-33- I just added IRIAF roundels/finflash on main skin.
     
    Enjoy and have fun.
     
    Jarek Hereda.

    364 downloads

       (8 reviews)

    2 comments

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  16. HH-53B, HH-53C, CH-53C Super Jolly Green Over Vietnam

    Sikorsky CH-53C Knife, HH-53B and HH-53C Super Jolly Green Giant Over Vietnam Ver 3.0 for SF2
    This is a third party add-on of early rescue / special operations Sikorsky helicopter HH-53B, HH-53C and CH-53C 
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series. And will never work in SF1.
    March 2016
    February 2019
    *************************************************************
    This is FREEWARE-DONATIONWARE and it CANNOT be distributed unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modifications MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
    *************************************************************
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    CHANGES:
    I highly recommend to overwrite previous files decals/weapons/guns- or best is delete the old one and put new files.
    YOU NEED TO DELETE OLD AIRCRAFT FOLDERS CH-53Cand HH-53C and HH-53B from Vietnam pack.  Many things were changed and as tested Overwriting may cause some problems...So delete old ones put new ones.
    The rest (except Aircraft folders) are same can be overwritten without fear.
    Small changes in ini files, corrections on fuel loadout, changes in cockpit ini. 
    Small changes in skins. Also No longer fake weapon "no gun" is needed - thanks to The Trooper. He pointed small fix in data.ini.
    Added simple bump and specular maps. Also added damage tgas.
    Major changes in the cockpit - now it is much more correct. Although probably not everyone cares ore will see a difference. Anyway.

    ******************IMPORTANT******************
    FakePilot mod needed to run this mod. 
    As always.
    Standard animation commands HH-53 C:
    LANDING GEAR - Nose light deploy/retract at any speed.
    ANIMATION 1 - cargo ramp half open
    ANIMATION 2 - cabin windows
    ANIMATION 3 - wipers outside/inside
    ANIMATION 4 - refueling probe
    Hook - changes position when refueling to see the tip of the spear.
    rescue op:
    Open "bombbay" doors - cargo ramp and right side hatch/door
    ANIMATION 8 - Open side doors, lower jungle penetrator
    ANIMATION 9 - deploy PJ
    ANIMATION 10 - lower/raise hoist.
    Animation 8, 9 and 10 have a speed limit. So you can't hoist on full speed.
    With little practice, you can even hoover. Without fake flaps and airbrakes.
    Important here to control is using rudder and vector thrust control.
    Normally throttle vector control on 88-89 degree increase power 70% then slowly more and more, wait and it will take off.
     
    Cockpits.
    One cockpit for HH-53C and CH-53C equipped with RWR and one cockpit for earlier non rwr HH-53B. Historically not all HH-53C airframes were equipped with RWR. BUt this mod covers RWR mod installed.
    Skins.
    All serial numbers are based on available photos and are historically correct and few versions of one unit for each helo.
    Few versions of one unit for each helo.
    CH-53C 21st SOS
    HH-53C 37th and 40th ARRS
    HH-53B 37th and 40th ARRS
    Weapons.
    The only "offensive" weapon is left/right side gunner equipped with GAU-2 minigun. Well, it is quite a defensive weapon.
    Unlike in pack 'Over Europe' here CH-53C can't be equipped with a refueling probe (small ini tweak will do the trick). 
    Fuel Tanks 450 US Gal. for CH-53C and HH-53C and 650 US Gal. for HH-53B
    There is a separate weapon station called SandyStation - with allowed all sort of offensive weapons. Purpose of this station is to fly with Sandy (or any other USAF aircraft) as wingman fully loaded. Same way can be added Sandy fuel tanks.
    IMPORTANT -
    Due to tu construction of this mod, it is better to use collision and landing on NORMAL setting. On hard, you may have some complications on the airfield - especially with underslung cargo load.
     
    Pilots - best to use is OldDiego's pilots.
     
    Have fun.
    Edit and report bugs.
    Jarek Hereda.
    Thanks to everyone who helped me with this. daddyairplanes,331Killerbee,76.IAP-Blackbird.
    Thanks for all kind support.
    Reference:
    T.O. 1H-53©A-2-1 Technical Manual USAF HH-53 and CH-53 model.
    T.O. 1H-53(H)B-1 Flight Manual.
    H-53 Sea Stallion in Action Squadron/Signal Publications by C.M.Reed.
    hampshireairfields.co.uk
    gonavy.jp
    helis.com
    amarcexperience.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    abpic.co.uk
    planepictures.net
    pavelow.us
    pjpararescue.blogspot.com
    pjsinnam.com
    jollygreen.info
    edwards.af.mil
    and more.....

    876 downloads

       (14 reviews)

    9 comments

    Updated

  17. AH-1 P Upgraded Cobra Over Turkey. Part 2. SF2

    BELL AH-1P Upgraded COBRA Ver 1.0 for SF2
     
    June 2016.
     
    This is a third party add on of the AH-1P upgraded Cobra using models and cockpits created by me.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters.
    I have just modified it a bit.
     
    It is designed for and works only in the SF2 series.
     
    WeaponPACK for this model is also included.
     
    *************************************************************
     
    This is freeware-donationware; it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     
    This addon works only with included WeaponPACK. All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this weapon pack.
     
    Standard commands for activating Cobra features:
     
    AIRBRAKES - sun filter/shader on off - just for fun no airbrakes so empty animation slot for use.
     
    ARRESTING HOOK - jump from pilot station to gunner station.
     
    LANDING GEAR - skid search light on/off at any speed. Dont forget to retract it because you wil be not able to shoot.

    ANIMATION 8 - ammo bay dooors
     
    ANIMATION 9 - gunner door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 10 - pilot door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 1 - NVG (It is not nvg but some greent filter) If you don't like it disable it in cockpitini file.
     
     
     
    In 1995-96 Turkish army decided to upgrade old P model. It was sent to Israel for upgrades. And it was brought to late Israeli F model standard.. But still in official documents and info plates on helicopters it is P model. Aircrafts received new electronics, HUD and all israeli F model upgrades.
    All serial numbers are proper for Turkish P model and historicaly correct.
     
    For take off: Around 75% of throttle vector - and then increase power to 70-85% (or more for quick lift) and pull controll stick little and snake will take off. Then reduce throttle vector as needed and reduce power to 69%. It should fly around 110kts now. 69% is about cruising speed.
    When on the ground you can see rotating blades for pitch and roll. Just additional and unnecesary thing (not visible so much when flying) but it is possible so it is there. Not working like i want but better then nothing.
     
    There are two different pylons on inboard stations one for rocketpods one for gunpods. Just to have a proper angle of fire with GP. It is not proper for real model but in my opinion best what can be done for SF engine. Rocket pods are ok with correct angle on inboard stations.
     
    NVG.
    Unfortunately there is no NVG in this game.
    I just added green "filter" to cockpit and you can activate it by default Animation 1 key.
    In external view ther will be little change in cockpit- unfortunately not moving with pilot/guner head.
    In copit view there is green glow and filter It is definitely not helping during night flight but this is beta version. Maybe one day real nvg will be possible here. If you dont like it disable it in cockpit.ini file. This feature apears only in National Guard 85 model and bonus,
     
     
     
    Most of the weapon are same as in previous packs and are common to G/Q/S/P/E model.
    Including XM158 and M200/M260/M261 launchers and for smoe late models M260 and M261 with Mk66 motor rockets.
    TOWs BGM-71A/B/C/D
    There is additional optional Suppressed Exhaust loaded via weaponstation.
    Also here there is new M197 automatic cannon loaded via weaponstation.
     
    One more thing. I am using mostly standard weapon effects.
    Make sure to edit it your way if you decide to use this weapons.
     
    Pilots:
    I am using helopilots by OldDiego.
    Some pilots models might be too big for this helo.
     
     
     
    Enjoy.
    Report Bugs.
    Edit your way.

     
    For updates visit on:
    strikechoppers.wordpress.com
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    Reference:
    Techincal Manual Operators Manual for AH-1F TM-1-1520-236-10
    TM 9-1425-473-20 Technical Manual TOW Guided Missile M65
    TM 11-1520-221-34P Electronic Equipment Configurations
    Technical Manual.Armament subsystems,Helicopter;20mm automatic gun XM97E1. TM 9-1090-206-12
    Cobra! The Attack Helicopter: Fifty Years of Sharks Teeth and Fangs Mike Verier
    WALK AROUND AH-1G Cobra - Squadron Signal
    Combat Aircraft Series 09 - AH-1 Huey Cobra (1987)
    Osprey Colour Series Cobra Tank Killer Supreme
    Aerofax Datagraph 4 - Bell AH-1 Cobra Variants
    Squadron Signal - Bell AH-1 Cobra In Action
    Osprey - New Vanguard 125 - Huey Cobra Gunships
    XM-118 Organizational DS GS and Depot Maintenance XM118
    Concord 3002 US Marine Corps Helicopters
    airport-data.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    planepictures.net

    213 downloads

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    1 comment

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  18. OH-6A Loaches in NAM

    Hughes OH-6A CAYUSE Ver 1.0 for SF2
    ver. 0.95
    This is a third party add on of the OH-6A CAYUSE using models* and cockpits created by me.
    *External model is build by my friend Tomek Wachowski and me, years ago for differnt purpose. Fortunately he found some early work files on his hard drive and brought to me. With some work i was able to bring it back to life. Technicaly it is 80% new model compared to original old one flying somewhere out there.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters.
    I have just modified it a bit.
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series.
    Few thing still needs to be done here. But I decided to upload it already.
    *************************************************************
     
    This is freeware; it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     
     
    ******************IMPORTANT******************
     
    This addon works only with my WeaponPACK (included in rar file). All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this weapon pack.
     
    Standard commands for activating Loach features:
     
    OH-6A Loach:
     
    ARRESTING HOOK - jump from pilot station to gunner station.
     
    LANDING GEAR - Nose light deploy/retract at any speed. Don't forget to retract before shooting.
     
    A2Ground mode - M70E1 gunsight.
     
    In OH-6A Cayuse model XM70E1 gunsight will apear in cockpit and external model only when gun is loaded on weaponstation.
     
     
    OH-6A Cayuse only:
     
    ANIMATION 8 - front left door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 9 - front right door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 10 - rear door.
     
     
    This helicopteris build in two variants. First is ‚clean’ out of factory OH-6A Cayuse. Just small scout chopper. This is additional aircraft to main file here.
    OH-6A Cayuse as seen on many photos from Vietnam War. Known also as Loach.
    In this model you can switch to rear gunner positionand actualy really hit ground targets with M60. You just have to aim throug rear – front sight line. Like in real gun.
    It is not prefect but this game as you know is not supporting choppers, double cockpits and many many more things. So this time again it is just to have at least good feeling.
     
    Gunner is made as internal weapon not weapon station. This way is better. Gunner is set as SECONDARY GUN by default.
     
    You can really fly low and slow. And in Pink Team just mark targets for Cobra wingman.
    I am sugesting to fly low on 40-50% of throttle. around 45degree vector control, use pulse rudder to control left right, it is realy easy. With little practice you can even hoover. Without fake flaps and airbrakes.
    Important her to control is using rudder and vector thrust control.
     
    Fuel. Remeber it is small chopper. And it can carry only around 54 US Gals of fuel. I belive it is enough for around 2 hours of flight here maybe little more.
     
    Skins.
    All serial numbers are historicaly correct.
    Paint schemes and markings. I was trying to be acurate as much as possible in paint schemes and markins. Some skins for unit are generic because there were some little diferences within unit itself. Plus this schemes represents aircrafts used bu units during 2-3 year of service.
     
     
    OH-6A Cayuse standard olive green paint with two serial numbers.
     
    OH-6A Loach. Here i was trying to match my AH-1G Cobra.
    All serial numbers are historicaly correct.
    D Company 227th AHB
    11th ACR
    C Troop 1/9 Cavalry
    D Troop 1/4 Cavalry
    D Troop 3/4 Cavalry
    C Troop 16th Cavalry
    F Troop 4th Cavalry
     
     
    Story about Weapon systems.
    Internal. Gunner with M60 400 round of ammo.
    No flash by default. Because with cocpit movement on gunner station it apear somewhere on elbow. better when it is not there. It can be easy changed by setting entry on M60 in aircraftdata.ini to TRUE
     
    Additional Weapons.
    - Weapon Station 1
     
    XM27E1 – M134 Minigun
    M27 - as above redesignated an unfaired Minigun M134 since 1969.
    XM8 – M129 40mm automatic grenade launcher. Not seen in Vietnam.
     
     
    Plus some extra weapons that were spotted on photos from Vietnam War.
     
    - Weapon Stations 2 & 3
    Up to two single tubes for Mk40 FFAR rockets attached on skids, with different warhead rockets. M151, M156, M229, M255A1, M259, M257, M247.
     
    - Weapon Station 6
    Experimental quad launcher unit developed by Rock Island Arsenal attached inside cargo compartment. Similiar to system mounted later in exported versions of H-500 Series. Very rare, seen on few pictures from Vietnam War but it was there.
    Do not mix Weapon station 2 and 6 on loadouts menu. Meaning to be correct 2 or 1 single tube OR Quad launcher.
     
    - Weapon Station 7
    Most interesting is 7 tube XM158 launcher attached to XM27 susbsytem instead of 7.62mm minigun. Very rare field mod probably instaled only on one aircraft (no. 67-16321). I just used two versions with M151 and M156 warheads.
     
    - Weapon Stations 4 & 5
    Smoke grenades. DO NOT GIVE THEM TO WINGMAN.
    Just five colours of smoke grenades, Yellow, White, Green, Red, Violet. I am not sure if this will support available color smoke effects. So probably wil need to create new smoke effects or mod smoke grenades.
     
    - Weapon Station 8
    Exhaust modification in late Loaches. Starting 1972 when SA-7 was threatening US crews this mod was often instaled on scout choppers. Same purpose as on late G Cobra models. I will apear on aircraft by default starting 1973 due to loadout.ini file.
     
    - Weapon Stations 9, 10, 11, 12.
     
    Not to be used on OH-6A !
    Purpose of this is to play Pink Team on single mission with armed AH-1G Cobra.
    In single mission on loadout menu you can change wingman aircraft to any available AH-1G Cobra and arm it with designated weapons for Cobra. If you don't like this option you can easly disable this by puting \ mark in data.ini file in front of weapon station entry.
     
     
    Have fun. Enjoy.
    Report bugs. Mod it your way.
    Hope I did not miss anything here
    Regards.
    More to come in OH-6 category.
     
    Thanks to and reference:
     
    TM 9-1005-298-12 Operational Manual, Armament Subsytem, Helicopter, 7.62 Millimeter Machine Gun: High Rate, XM27E1 TM
    55-1520-214-10 Operators Manual Helicopter Observation OH-6A
    The McDonnell Douglas OH-6A Helicopter, Aero Series
    OH-6A Cayuse in Detail, Wings & Wheels Publications.
    GUNSLINGERS IN ACTIONS – Squadron Signal
    F Troop Yearbook 1971-1972
    vhpamuseum.org
    11thacraviation.com
    darkhorsevietnam.com
    centaursinvietnam.org
    aerialvisuals.ca
    planepictures.net
    lighthorseaircav.com
     
    and many more that I dont remember right now.

    764 downloads

       (10 reviews)

    11 comments

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  19. AH-1E /S(ECAS) Cobra TOW ver.2016

    BELL AH-1S(ECAS) COBRA Ver 1.9 for SF2
     
    March 2016.
     
    This is a third party add on of the AH-1S(ECAS) / E Cobra using models and cockpits created by me.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters.
    I have just modified it a bit.
     
    It is designed for and works only in the SF2 series.
     
    WeaponPACK for this model is also included.
     
    *************************************************************
     
    This is freeware-donationware; it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     
    This addon works only with included WeaponPACK. All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this weapon pack.
     
    Standard commands for activating Cobra features:
     
    AIRBRAKES - sun filter/shader on off - just for fun no airbrakes so empty animation slot for use.
     
    ARRESTING HOOK - jump from pilot station to gunner station.
     
    LANDING GEAR - skid search light on/off at any speed. Dont forget to retract it because you wil be not able to shoot.
     
    A2A mode - gunner station TSU guncross for turret.
     
    A2Ground mode - pilot M73 cross.
     
    ANIMATION 8 - ammo bay dooors
     
    ANIMATION 9 - gunner door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 10 - pilot door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 1 - NVG (It is not nvg but some greent filter) If you don't like it disable it in cockpitini file.
     
    AH-1E was Step 2 upgrade program of Army Cobra. This variant was originally known as the „Up-Gun AH-1S or AH-1S(ECAS) – Enhanced Cobra Armament System. In this model Army Cobra featured the three -barell 20mm M197 automatic cannon mounted in XM97 universal turret. The AH-1E also featured an improved rocekt management system for 2.75 inch rockets, an improved sighting system, and a more powerful electrical generator to support all new systems. It has new 2nd version of flat plate canopy with bulged side glass panels. 98 new-built AH-1Es were delivered in 1978 and 1979. This was used only by US Army and NG. Plus six in basic configuration was ordered by Israel. Israel upgraded E to its own version of F model it will be part of different pack.
    Small changes in pit insturments compared to S(Prod)
    For take off: Around 75% of throttle vector - and then increase power to 70-85% (or more for quick lift) and pull controll stick little and snake will take off. Then reduce throttle vector as needed and reduce power to 69%. It should fly around 110kts now. 69% is about cruising speed.
    When on the ground you can see rotating blades for pitch and roll. Just additional and unnecesary thing (not visible so much when flying) but it is possible so it is there. Not working like i want but better then nothing.
     
    There are two different pylons on inboard stations one for rocketpods one for gunpods. Just to have a proper angle of fire with GP. It is not proper for real model but in my opinion best what can be done for SF engine. Rocket pods are ok with correct angle on inboard stations.
     
    NVG.
    Unfortunately there is no NVG in this game.
    I just added green "filter" to cockpit and you can activate it by default Animation 1 key.
    In external view ther will be little change in cockpit- unfortunately not moving with pilot/guner head.
    In copit view there is green glow and filter It is definitely not helping during night flight but this is beta version. Maybe one day real nvg will be possible here. If you dont like it disable it in cockpit.ini file. This feature apears only in National Guard 85 model and bonus,
     
    Skins:
    One generic carc green skin for three units. Not much individual paintings here.
    1st Sq(Air),17th Cav. 82nd CAB. 1978
    B/1-123rd Avn Brig,7th Inf.Div 1989.'Just Cause'
    4th Squadron "Longknife Squadron" 3rd ACR.
     
    All serial numbers are proper for S(ECAS) / E model but am not sure if these numbers appeared in specific units.
    some seiral are taken from available photos and are matched to units. Some are just placeholders but are correct for model block buid.
     
    Weapons.
    Most of the weapon are same as in previous packs and are common to G/Q/S/P model.
    Including XM158 and M200 launchers.
    TOWs BGM-71A/B/C/D.
    There is additional optional Suppressed Exhaust loaded via weaponstation.
    Also here there is new M197 automatic cannon loaded via weaponstation.
     
    One more thing. I am using mostly standard weapon effects.
    Make sure to edit it your way if you decide to use this weapons.
     
    Pilots:
    I am using helopilots by OldDiego.
    Some pilots models might be too big for this helo.
     
     
     
    Enjoy.
    Report Bugs.
    Edit your way.
     
    For updates visit on:
    strikechoppers.wordpress.com
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    Reference:
    AVIATION UNIT AND INTERMEDIATE MAINTENANCE MANUAL AH 1S(ECAS) TM 55-1520-236-23-2
    TM 9-1425-473-20 Technical Manual TOW Guided Missile M65
    TM 11-1520-221-34P Electronic Equipment Configurations
    Technical Manual.Armament subsystems,Helicopter;20mm automatic gun XM97E1. TM 9-1090-206-12
    Cobra! The Attack Helicopter: Fifty Years of Sharks Teeth and Fangs Mike Verier
    WALK AROUND AH-1G Cobra - Squadron Signal
    Combat Aircraft Series 09 - AH-1 Huey Cobra (1987)
    Osprey Colour Series Cobra Tank Killer Supreme
    Aerofax Datagraph 4 - Bell AH-1 Cobra Variants
    Squadron Signal - Bell AH-1 Cobra In Action
    Osprey - New Vanguard 125 - Huey Cobra Gunships
    XM-118 Organizational DS GS and Depot Maintenance XM118
    Concord 3002 US Marine Corps Helicopters
    airport-data.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    planepictures.net

    436 downloads

       (10 reviews)

    2 comments

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  20. Big Safari: C-54D Hilo Hattie

    C-54D Hilo Hatie
    March 2016.
    This is fake pilot mod of C-54D by Veltro. Original file can be found here
     
    http://combatace.com/files/file/14309-sf2-douglas-c-54-skymaster-by-veltro2k/
     

    This mod represents Big Safari modified C-54D for recon flight under code name Hilo Hattie. Modifications included installation of a new night photography capability with photo flash cartridge ejector and Reconflex VI infrared camera.
     
    C-54D 43-17235 began operations on 20 April 1962 with a cover story for aircraft's purpose.
    Hilo Hattie mapped all of south Vietnam and border areas of Laos and Cambodia. During 10 months of service, the aircraft flew 102 missions before it was replaced by Brave Bull - Big Safari modified C-97G.
     
    So this mod is mostly for players interested in Wings Over Vietnam.
     

    Decals, skins (based on veltro2k templates) - yakarov.
    Hilo Hattie ini work (few lines for fake pilot and weaponstations work) - yakarov.
    Fake pilot mod is done by me - yakarov.
    original model - veltro2k
    original ini work - Wrench
     
    regards
    and have fun
    Jarek Hereda
     
    Reference:
    'The History of Big Safari' Colonel Bill Grimes.
     
    original readme by Wrench:
     
    SF2 Douglas C-54 Skymaster by Veltro2K 9/23/2013
     
    = For SF2, Full 5 Merged RECCOMENDED! =
     
    This the release of the Veltro2k's WW2 & Post-War US Cargo aircraft, made most famous by it's use during the Berlin Airlift.
     
    It is REQUIRED that you have some measure of SF2, merged to whatever level, as this mod references the stock An-12's destroyed model. Hence, the need (as I state it always) for a Full 5 Merged install. It is usable without, but you may not have the dead, burning wreckage on the ground. It has NOT been tested in 1stGen SF/Wo* at any patch level. It most likely will =NOT= work, due to LOD coding.
     
    This pack includes the following 4 skins for the C-54:
     
    OD/Grey, with 1942-43 'star-and-ball'
    OD/Grey, late WW2 (late 43-later), 'star-and-bar'
    Natural Metal, Late WW2, to late 1947 (pre-USAF formation)
    "USAF", Natural Metal, post 0ctober 1947 (tagged with Military Air Transport badges star-bar w/red stripe).
     
    The AvHistory engine is included.
    Skins are in jpg format, and decal radomization is set to TRUE for all. ALL markings are decals. The damage textures are in DDS format. The template is included for other skinners (and in the hopes someone can clean up the mess I made of it!!
    Each skin has it's own Hangar Screen, matching the paint job (more or less).
    The cargo loading door/ramp opens and closes with the standard Bombay key (Control/0).
     
    As always, fairly easy to follow, yet detailed install instructions are included. PLEASE read them!!! Also, give the "Notes" section a read, in particular on operational usage, and the FM and other stuff like that there.
     
    Happy Landings!
    Wrench
    Kevin Stein

    195 downloads

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  21. AH-1G Cobra Over Elsewhere ver.2016

    BELL AH-1G COBRA Over Elsewhere* Ver 2.0 for SF2
    February 2016
     
    This is a third party add on of the AH-1GCobra using models and cockpits created by me.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters.
    I have just modified it a bit.
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series.

    *************************************************************

    This is freeware-donationware; it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;

    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     

    Jarek Hereda
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     
    *Europe,Spain,USA,
     

    This addon works only with my WeaponPACK (Included in rar file) All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this weapon pack.
    For Spanish AH-1G Z-14/HA.14 Cobra there is seperate folder with additional weapons made for Spanish model. It should be instaled same way as other weapons.
     

    Standard commands for activating Cobra features:
     
    AIRBRAKES - sun filter/shader on off - just for fun no airbrakes so empty animation slot for use.
     
    ARRESTING HOOK - jump from pilot station to gunner station.
     
    LANDING GEAR - belly light deploy/retract at any speed in late models
    - nose lights activate/deactivate in early model. Lights must on.
     
    A2A mode - gunner station guncross for turret.
     
    A2Ground mode - pilot M73 cross.
     
    ANIMATION 7 - turret doors
     
    ANIMATION 8 - ammo bay dooors
     
    ANIMATION 9 - gunner door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 10 - pilot door (ext and cockpit view)
     
     
     
    WARNING!
     
    This is totaly new file. I highly recomend to backup your old files. OR just delete all old files.
    This is totaly new files and will not work in many parts with old.
     

    For take off: Around 75% of throttle vector (small needle on RPM clock in cockpit should be like 65degree up) - (default ctrl + ) and then increase power to 70-85% (or more for quick lift) and pull controll stick little and snake will take off. Then reduce throttle vector as needed and reduce power to 69%. It should fly around 110kts now. 69% is about cruising speed.
     
    When on the ground you can see rotating blades for pitch and roll. Just additional and unnecesary thing (not visible so much when flying) but it is possible so it is there. Not working like i want but better then nothing.
     
    There are two different pylons on inboard stations one for rocketpods one for gunpods. Just to have a proper angle of fire with GP. It is not proper for real model but in my opinion best what can be done for SF engine. Rocket pods are ok with correct angle on inboard stations.
     
    3 separate models.
    AH-1G_70
    AH-1G-70 USMC
    HA-14 Cobra of Spanish Navy.
     
    All serial numbers are historicaly correct.
     
    Skins:
     
    Army model
    334th AHC. Hanau, Germany 1973 (new add)
    120 Av Co. 'Arctic Knights' Fort Richardson, Alaska 1973 (new add)
    D-Trop 3rd Squadron 8th Cavalry 'Mainz-Finthen Germany 1975
     
    USMC model
    HMA-169 (new add)
    HMA-773
    Navy Test Pilots School
     
    Armada Espanola
    7 Escaudrilla, Rota '74
    7 Escaudrilla, Rota '78
     

    I have redone all weapons - launchers M159,157,158,M200, and some navy LAUs. Gunpods M18 and navy SUU-11. XM118 smoke dispenser.
    Guns are loaded as weaponstations so player got options.
     
    Pilots:
    I am using helopilots by OldDiego.
    Some pilots models might be too big for this helo.
     
     
     
    Instalation:

     
    Copy all files into specific folders.

    Enjoy.
    Report Bugs.
    Edit your way.
     
    For updates visit on:
    strikechoppers.wordpress.com
     

    *********************************************************************************************************
    IMPORTANT
     
    You will need to add the following to your Nations.ini file which should be in your Flight folder.
    Make sure the XXX is replaced with the next number in sequence in your file:
     
    [Nationxxx]
    Name=USA
    DisplayName=United States Army Aviation
    Alignment=FRIENDLY
    PilotNameList=NamesUSAF.lst
    RankList=RanksUSAF.lst
    CallsignList=CallsignsUS.lst
    Formation.Fighter=USFighter
    Formation.Attack=USFighter
    Formation.Bomber=USBomber
    Formation.Transport=USBomber
    Formation.Tank=USTank
    Formation.MobileAD=USAD
    PilotTrainingStandard=EXCELLENT
    GenderRatio=0
    DebriefSuccessMusic=DebriefSuccess.wav
    DebriefFailMusic=DebriefFail.wav
    DebriefKilledMusic=DebriefKilled.wav
    SpeechFile=USAFSpeech.cat
    SpeechTextFile=USAFSpeechText.cat
    Medals=MedalsUSAF.ini
    MedalTextFile=MedalsUSAF.str
    UseFAC=TRUE
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    Reference:
    TM 55-1520-221-10 Operators Manual Army Model AH 1G Helicopter
    Osprey Combat Aircraft 41 - US.Army AH-1 Units In Vietnam
    GUNSLINGERS IN ACTIONS - Squadron Signal
    WALK AROUND AH-1G Cobra - Squadron Signal
    Combat Aircraft Series 09 - AH-1 Huey Cobra (1987)
    Aerofax Datagraph 4 - Bell AH-1 Cobra Variants
    Squadron Signal - Bell AH-1 Cobra In Action
    Osprey - New Vanguard 125 - Huey Cobra Gunships
    F Troop Yearbook 1971-1972
    XM-118 Organizational DS GS and Depot Maintenance XM118
    vhpamuseum.org
    11thacraviation.com
    darkhorsevietnam.com
    blueghosts.com
    centaursinvietnam.org
    usarmygermany.com
    airport-data.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    planepictures.net

    468 downloads

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    4 comments

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  22. Sikorsky CH-53A / CH-53D Sea Stallion

    Sikorsky CH-53A and CH-53D Ver 2.0 for SF2

    This is a third party add-on of early models Sikorsky helicopter CH-53.
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series. And will never work in SF1. 

    *************************************************************
    This is FREEWARE-DONATIONWARE and it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modifications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modifications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
    *************************************************************
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
    Jarek Hereda
    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    This mod represents Late model of CH-53A already with instaled EAPS and early models oF CH-53D with uprated engines.
    A model never received aux fuel tanks and were used until 1992. At the end of service mostly by reserve units.
    D model /early/ was used also until around 1992.  Not every D model was upgraded so in this config they were flying until the 90s.

    CHANGES:
    I highly recommend to overwrite previous files decals/weapons/guns- or best is delete the old one and put new files.
    YOU NEED TO DELETE OLD AIRCRAFT FOLDERS CH-53A and CH-53D_70. Many things were changed and as tested Overwriting may cause some problems...So delete old ones put new ones.
    The rest (except Aircraft folders) are same you can be overwrite without fear...
    Small changes in ini files, corrections on fuel loadout, changes in cockpit ini. 
    Small changes in skins. Also No longer fake weapon "no gun" is needed - thanks to The Trooper. He pointed small fix in data.ini.
    Added simple bump and specular maps. Also added damage tgas.
    Some changes and rearrangement in the cockpit

    ******************IMPORTANT******************
    FAkePilot mod neede to run this mod. 
    As always.
    This addon works with my CargoPACK (included in rar file). All of the weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this cargo pack. Of course, you can edit and use any other weapons available. 
    Standard commands:

    LANDING GEAR - Nose light deploy/retract at any speed. 
    ANIMATION 1 - right side hatch and door.
    ANIMATION 2 - left hatch cabin windows
    ANIMATION 3 - wipers outside/inside
    Parking animations.
    Two parking animations included one for 'on land base' and other for 'on board' parking.
    Im including two vessels moded as USMC nation.(same as in AH-1J pack) so you can practice start and land. 
    Those ships have moded catapults, deck and arresting cables in data.ini file. 
    Those ships are limited only to those used during Vietnam War on WestPac/SEA cruises.
    You can fold tail and rotor by enabling animation in data.ini  file. But it looks silly. And my intention for this animation was eye candy on board vessel.

    With little practice, you can even hoover. Without fake flaps and airbrakes.
    Important here to control is using rudder and vector thrust control.
    With heavy cargo load probably you need little run on A model as engines on A are little underpowered.
    Normally throttle vector control on 88-89 degree increase power 70% then slowly more and more, wait and it will take off. 
    It is possible to land on board two included ships. don't forget about a hook.
     
    Cockpits.
    One cockpit based on NATOPS manual, an early model for both A and early D model.

    Both models are similar. The only difference is in engine power. D model is 'stronger' so it's easier with heavy loadouts. And only D can tow 'experimental' Mk105 minesweeper.

    Skins.
    All serial numbers are based on available photos, and USMC documents and are historically correct. 
    Weapons.
    The only "offensive" weapon is left/right side gunner. Well, it is a quite defensive weapon.
    Ah.. there is Napalm barrel bombs. Used in Vietnam War. Inside _WingsOverVietnam_Only Addon Folder
    ...BOOM.
    Cargo loads.
    I am releasing this cargo load in current condition. So maybe some skins needs to be adjusted.
    Cargo loads include few cargo crates for cargo bay and hook, howitzer, MUTTs. Skins for MUTTS - Thank yo The Trooper.

    in 1973 USMC joined NAVY in operation End Sweep and equipped their D model (HMH-463 only) with minesweeping stuff. So here you can "tow" Mk105 minesweeper. It is just interim mk105. V.2 is under development.
    To see Mk105 open cargo bay.
    IMPORTANT - 
    Due to construction of this mod it is better to use collision and landing on NORMAL setting. On hard, you may have some complications on airfield - especially with underslung cargo load. 
    Countermeasures.
    I've deleted Countermeasures from weapon loadout. 

    Skins.
    All serial numbers, as far as I know, are based on photos and US Army docs and are historically correct.
    CH-53A in Vietnam used by HMH-463 and HMH-361.
    In mid-80s A model was still in use by some units. One of the last unit to use CH-53A was HMH-772 until 1992 when they send A to AMARC.
    Also in mid-80s ( I believe it was in middle or late) US Navy composite squadron VC-1 was using old ex-marine CH-53A until 1992 when they send them to AMARC. I think they were using only these two aircrafts.
    CH-53D
    Few paintings fro different years,  early green early 80s green and tri-color mid-80s.
    HMH-361, HMH-362, HMH-461, HMH-461 - two schemes one - 78 from a trip to Japan and one 1973 during Operation End Sweep.

    Pilots - best to use is OldDiego's pilots. 
    This mod still needs some work. Will be working on it. 
    Have fun.
    Edit and report bugs.
    Jarek Hereda.
    Thanks.
    Thanks to everyone who helped me with this. daddyairplanes,331Killerbee,76.IAP-Blackbird. The Trooper
    Thanks for all kind support.
    NAVAIR 01-230HMA-1 Natops Flight Manual Navy Model CH-53D Aircraft. Naval Air Systems Command, March 2001.
    H-53 Sea Stallion in Action Squadron/Signal Publications by C.M.Reed.
    popsmoke.com
    hampshireairfields.co.uk
    navysite.de
    gonavy.jp
    helis.com
    hmh-463-vietnam.com
    amarcexperience.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    abpic.co.uk
    planepictures.net

    990 downloads

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  23. AH-1P / S(Prod) Cobra TOW ver.2016

    BELL AH-1S(Prod) COBRA Ver 2.0 for SF2
     
    January 2016.
     
    This is a third party add on of the AH-1S(Prod) Cobra using models and cockpits created by me.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters.
    I have just modified it a bit.
     
    It is designed for and works only in the SF2 series.
     
    ver 1 was never uploaded as i started t o upgrade files during work on this. So this is upgraded to my 2.0 standard.
     
    WeaponPACK for this model is also included.
     
    *************************************************************
     
    This is freeware-donationware; it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     
    This addon works only with included WeaponPACK. All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this weapon pack.
     
    Standard commands for activating Cobra features:
     
    AIRBRAKES - sun filter/shader on off - just for fun no airbrakes so empty animation slot for use.
     
    ARRESTING HOOK - jump from pilot station to gunner station.
     
    LANDING GEAR - skid search light on/off at any speed. Dont forget to retract it because you wil be not able to shoot.

     
    A2A mode - gunner station TSU guncross for turret.
     
    A2Ground mode - pilot M73 cross.
     

    ANIMATION 7 - turret doors
     
    ANIMATION 8 - ammo bay dooors
     
    ANIMATION 9 - gunner door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 10 - pilot door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 1 - NVG (It is not nvg but some greent filter) If you don't like it disable it in cockpitini file.
     
    Airfield eye candy blades animation.
     

    Technicaly it is old S model with few upgrades. It has new 1st version of flat plate canopy. Rest things remain same as in previous S(mod) Cobra. In 1987 S(Prod) Cobra was redesignated AH-1P.
    In mid 80s some birds received K-747 blades. Here represented by 78 model.
     
    For take off: Around 75% of throttle vector (small needle on RPM clock in cockpit should be like 65degree up) - (default ctrl + ) and then increase power to 70-85% (or more for quick lift) and pull controll stick little and snake will take off. Then reduce throttle vector as needed and reduce power to 69%. It should fly around 110kts now. 69% is about cruising speed.
     
    When on the ground you can see rotating blades for pitch and roll. Just additional and unnecesary thing (not visible so much when flying) but it is possible so it is there. Not working like i want but better then nothing.
     
    There are two different pylons on inboard stations one for rocketpods one for gunpods. Just to have a proper angle of fire with GP. It is not proper for real model but in my opinion best what can be done for SF engine. Rocket pods are ok with correct angle on inboard stations.
     
    NVG.
    Unfortunately there is no NVG in this game.
    I just added green "filter" to cockpit and you can activate it by default Animation 1 key.
    In external view ther will be little change in cockpit- unfortunately not moving with pilot/guner head.
    In copit view there is green glow and filter It is definitely not helping during night flight but this is beta version. Maybe one day real nvg will be possible here. If you dont like it disable it in cockpit.ini file. This feature apears only in National Guard 85 model and bonus,
     

    Skins:
    77 model
    1st Sq(Air),17th Cav. 82nd CAB. 1978
    42nd Combat Avn Brigade,New York ANG.1981
     
    78 model with K747 blades.
    1st Sq, 167th Air cavalry Nebraska ANG.1991
    D Company 25th CAB, 25th Inf Div.
     
    All serial numbers are proper for S(Prod) / P model but am not sure if these numbers appeared in specific units.
    some seiral are taken from available photos and are matched to units. Some are just placeholders but are correct for model block buid.
     
    Weapons.
    All weapons are reskined. TOW models are new.
    Most of the weapon are same as in previous packs and are common to G/Q/S/P model.
    Including XM158 and M200 launchers.
    TOWs BGM-71A/B/C/D
     

    One more thing. I am using mostly standard weapon effects.
    Make sure to edit it your way if you decide to use this weapons.
     
    Pilots:
    I am using helopilots by OldDiego.
    Some pilots models might be too big for this helo.
     
     
     
    Enjoy.
    Report Bugs.
    Edit your way.

     
    For updates visit on:
    strikechoppers.wordpress.com
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    *********************************************************************************************************
     
    Reference:
    Operator's Manual Army Model AH 1S(Prod) Helicopter
    TM 9-1425-473-20 Technical Manual TOW Guided Missile M65
    TM 11-1520-221-34P Electronic Equipment Configurations...
    Osprey Combat Aircraft 41 - US.Army AH-1 Units In Vietnam
    Cobra! The Attack Helicopter: Fifty Years of Sharks Teeth and Fangs Mike Verier
    AH-1 Tzefa in IAF service, Ra'anan Weiss
    GUNSLINGERS IN ACTIONS - Squadron Signal
    WALK AROUND AH-1G Cobra - Squadron Signal
    Combat Aircraft Series 09 - AH-1 Huey Cobra (1987)
    Osprey Colour Series Cobra Tank Killer Supreme
    Aerofax Datagraph 4 - Bell AH-1 Cobra Variants
    Squadron Signal - Bell AH-1 Cobra In Action
    Osprey - New Vanguard 125 - Huey Cobra Gunships
    XM-118 Organizational DS GS and Depot Maintenance XM118
    With the 1st Marine Division in Desert Shield and Desert Storm
    U.S. Marines in the Persian Gulf 90-91 MARINE FORCES AFLOAT IN DESERT SHIELD AND DESERT STORM
    Concord 3002 US Marine Corps Helicopters
    airport-data.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    planepictures.net

    284 downloads

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  24. SA. 342L1 Ethniki Frourá SF.2

    SA.34L1 Gazelle of Cypriot National Guard Ver 1.0 for SF2
     
    This is a third party addon of SA.342 Gazelle helicopter.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters modified by me. I am not using airbrakes or flaps but flying fast and slow is stil possible, even hovering with little practice.
    It is designed for and works only in SF2 series. And will never work in SF1.
     
    *************************************************************
     
    This is FREEWARE-DONATIONWARE and it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
    *************************************************************
     
    *************************************************************
    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
    *************************************************************
     
    Jarek Hereda
     
    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
     
    This is highly modified SA-341 Gazelle by BPAo (TMF). Lucky, thanks to Crusader I had access to original max file. So I could work a little on this great helo. At first I was planing only to rebuild middle east Gazelles to have some balance of power in Wings Over Israel game. But having oportunity to work on file brought me at this point. And I decided to go with French Gazelles first.
    Generaly model is almost the same as old one. My work was to add some parts here and there (rwr,cable cutters, new athos, some internal parts, skids etc..). Rearanged animations and added new. Weapons/pylons are part of airframe. Ive added new rotor. Also I've rearanged UVW mapping. So basicaly skins are 70% new.
     
    This mod represents Gazelle L1 as used by Cyprus National Guard. It was made on request of CA user. And with his help on ini edit I decided to put it here.
     
    ******************IMPORTANT******************
     
    This addon works with my WeaponPACK (included in rar file). Most of pylons/launch rails are part of airframe. So in weapons folder you have to put only ini files. All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this cargo pack. Of course you can edit and use any other weapons availalbe.
     
    Weapons included:
     
    HOT-1,2,3 missiles.
     
    Cocpits.
    It is simplified and unified version of Gazelle cockpit.
    In pit you can switch from pilot to co-pilot/weapon operator seat.
    On co pilot seat you have access to 1x "binocular" sight Athos/Viviane. In HOT equipped version by selectiong HOT missile sight will lock on target as all HOT missiles are made as EOGR.
     
    Animations and standard commands:
     
    LANDING GEAR - Nose light deploy/retract at any speed.
     
    ANIMATION 1 - right side door.
    ANIMATION 2 - left side door.
    ANIMATION 3 - rear doors.
     
    Thereis also parking animation that works only when aircraft will be placed by game engine on airfiled as parked aircraft.
     
    Flying.
    As with all my previous helos flying is quite easy. With little practice you can even hoover. Without fake flaps and airbrakes.
    Important here to control is using rudder and vector thrust control.
    Normaly throtle vector control on 88-89 degree increase power 55% wait little and then increase to 100% and helo will take off nicely. 341 version got little less power in engine.
     
    Skins.
    Two versons of Cyprus paint scheme. I decided to call it late and early.
     
    Pilots - best to use is OldDiego's pilots.
     
    Nation for this helo is new Cyprus. This should be added (by copy text from provided file) to nationlist.ini
     
    [Nationxxx]
    Name=Cyprus
    DisplayName=Cyprus National Guard
    Alignment=FRIENDLY
    PilotNameList=NamesGreek.lst
    RankList=RanksUSAF.lst
    CallsignList=CallsignsUS.lst
    Formation.Attack=SovietFighter
    Formation.Bomber=SovietBomber
    Formation.Transport=SovietBomber
    Formation.Tank=SovietTank
    Formation.MobileAD=SovietAD
    PilotTrainingStandard=NORMAL
    GenderRatio=0
    DebriefSuccessMusic=DebriefSuccess.wav
    DebriefFailMusic=DebriefFail.wav
    DebriefKilledMusic=DebriefKilled.wav
    SpeechFile=Raf.cat
    SpeechTextFile=USAFSpeechText.str
     
    Credits
    Model - original model BPAo (TMF)
    Upgraded model - yakarov.
    Cockpit model - yakarov.
    Sounds - enigine sound from original pack of gazelle by Wrench.
    -
    Decals - yakarov,
    Skins - yakarov,
    -
    Ini work - yakarov, FANATIC MODDER
    Weapons and textures - yakarov.
     
    big thanks to FANATIC MODDER for helping with this and beta testing.
     
    Have fun.
    Hope you will enjoy it same as me when working on it.
    Edit and report bugs.
     
    Jarek Hereda.
     
    Thanks.
     
    Thanks to everyone who helped me with this, FANATIC MODDER,Crusader,daddyairplanes,Eole,76.IAP-Blackbird,
    Thanks for all kind support.
     
    Reference:
    helis.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    airliners.net
    planepictures.net
    and more..

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  25. AH-1 S/P Cobra Over Turkey. Part 1. SF2. 2.0

    COBRA Over Turkey Ver 2.0 for SF2
     
    January 2016.
     
    This is a third party add on of the TAH-1S(Mod) and AH-1P and TAH-1P Cobra uusing models and cockpits created by me.
    The original flight model is standard as on many free to download helicopters.
    I have just modified it a bit.
     
    It is designed for and works only in the SF2 series.
     
    WeaponPACK for this model is also included.
     
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    This is freeware-donationware; it CANNOT be distrubuted unless permissions are granted by myself.
    The original readmes, if any, and all other pieces of the package MUST remain intact.
    The names of all contributors, modders, suppliers, etc =MUST= be listed in any new readmes.
    This package and any part of it may NOT in any way, shape or form be used in any payware additions.
    See the original readme documentation, if any, for further allowances and restrictions
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, contact me first.
    Any persons wishing to make further modfications, MUST remember to put everyone's name in it.
    Bribes and donations are accepted;
     
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    THIS AIRCRAFT MOD OR ANY PART OF IT MUST NOT BE HOSTED OR
    POSTED FOR DOWNLOAD ON ANY OTHER WEB SITE WITHOUT MY EXPRESS
    PERMISSION, OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN THIRDWIRE FLIGHT
    SIMULATORS, AND MUST NOT BE SOLD OR OFFERED FOR SALE BY ITSELF
    OR WITH ANY OTHER FILES OR MODS.
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    Jarek Hereda
     
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    This addon works only with included WeaponPACK. All of weapon stations are made as specific station code and will work only with this weapon pack.
     
    Standard commands for activating Cobra features:
     
    AIRBRAKES - sun filter/shader on off - just for fun no airbrakes so empty animation slot for use.
     
    ARRESTING HOOK - jump from pilot station to gunner station.
     
    LANDING GEAR - skid search light on/off at any speed. Dont forget to retract it because you wil be not able to shoot.

     
    A2A mode - gunner station TSU guncross for turret.
     
    A2Ground mode - pilot M73 cross.
     

    ANIMATION 7 - turret doors
     
    ANIMATION 8 - ammo bay dooors
     
    ANIMATION 9 - gunner door (ext and cockpit view)
     
    ANIMATION 10 - pilot door (ext and cockpit view)
     

    This is repack from old AH-1S(mod) and brand new AH-1P models used by Turkish Army Aviation.
     
    Pack includes:
    AH-1P - Combat version of Cobra aquired by Turkey in 1993.
    TAH-1S - Training version also aquired in 1993. *
    TAH-1P - one airframe of training TAH-1P was also delivered at the end of 1993.
     
    * WARNING!
    regarding TAH-1S
    This is totaly new file. I highly recomend to backup your old files from AH-1G mod and old AH-1 S mod. OR just delete all old files.
    This is totaly new files and will not work in many parts with old.
    All serials are historicaly correct.
     
    TAH versions are for training purposes with limited combat capability. But ini files for combat can be easly modified. Mostly in data.ini file weapons are limited by weight so it will not apear on loadout menu.
     

    For take off: Around 75% of throttle vector (small needle on RPM clock in cockpit should be like 65degree up) - (default ctrl + ) and then increase power to 70-85% (or more for quick lift) and pull controll stick little and snake will take off. Then reduce throttle vector as needed and reduce power to 69%. It should fly around 110kts now. 69% is about cruising speed.
     
    When on the ground you can see rotating blades for pitch and roll. Just additional and unnecesary thing (not visible so much when flying) but it is possible so it is there. Not working like i want but better then nothing.
     
    There are two different pylons on inboard stations one for rocketpods one for gunpods. Just to have a proper angle of fire with GP. It is not proper for real model but in my opinion best what can be done for SF engine. Rocket pods are ok with correct angle on inboard stations.
     

    Weapons.
    All weapons are reskined. TOW models are new.
    Most of the weapon are same as in previous packs and are common to G/Q/S/P model.
    Including XM158 and M200 launchers.
    TOWs BGM-71A/B/C/D.
     

    One more thing. I am using mostly standard weapon effects.
    Make sure to edit it your way if you decide to use this weapons.
     
    Pilots:
    I am using repainted helopilots by OldDiego.
    Some pilots models might be too big for this helo.
     

    Instalation:
     
    Copy all files into specific folders.
     
    special thanks to emresukhoi for helping me with this.
     
    Enjoy.
    Report Bugs.
    Edit your way.

     
    For updates visit on:
    strikechoppers.wordpress.com
     
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    Reference:
    TM 55-1520-234-10 Operator's Manual Army Model AH 1S(MOD) Helicopter
    TM 9-1425-473-20 Technical Manual TOW Guided Missile M65
    TM 11-1520-221-34P Electronic Equipment Configurations...
    Osprey Combat Aircraft 41 - US.Army AH-1 Units In Vietnam
    Cobra! The Attack Helicopter: Fifty Years of Sharks Teeth and Fangs Mike Verier
    AH-1 Tzefa in IAF service, Ra'anan Weiss
    GUNSLINGERS IN ACTIONS - Squadron Signal
    WALK AROUND AH-1G Cobra - Squadron Signal
    Combat Aircraft Series 09 - AH-1 Huey Cobra (1987)
    Osprey Colour Series Cobra Tank Killer Supreme
    Aerofax Datagraph 4 - Bell AH-1 Cobra Variants
    Squadron Signal - Bell AH-1 Cobra In Action
    Osprey - New Vanguard 125 - Huey Cobra Gunships
    XM-118 Organizational DS GS and Depot Maintenance XM118
    With the 1st Marine Division in Desert Shield and Desert Storm
    U.S. Marines in the Persian Gulf 90-91 MARINE FORCES AFLOAT IN DESERT SHIELD AND DESERT STORM
    Concord 3002 US Marine Corps Helicopters
    airport-data.com
    aerialvisuals.ca
    planepictures.net

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