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Thought it was time for me to start a forum thread on my Nihon Hitori 2020 campaign to update all on my progress. Learned a lot so far as to the SF2 engine, much more to learn. Also wanted to start a forum thread to explain my creative process and keep folks abreast of developments plus pose questions. Now the pretext of "Nihon Hitori 2020" (Japan Alone 2020 in Japanese) is a mid 2/2020 campaign where the 201 & 203 JASDF Squadrons of F-15Js hold the line against a red tide of Flankers attacking Japanese ships & Hokkaido airports until JASDF reinforcements arrive to start shoving the Russians off of the Kurils as payback... and then a few F-35As help F-2A reinforcements kick a** ending with an explosive air-sea battle against a Russian surface task force. All within 24 hours, so the JMSDF emergency task force is racing up at 30 knots to have some AEGIS & aircraft-carrying destroyers formate with some older "escort destroyers" out of Ominato base and then sortie together to North Hokkaido from their Honshu bases while the shooting war only intensifies. All without overt US assistance as the current US President is more than likely to tell Japan they're on their own - he's already shown a clear misunderstanding at best of his responsibilities as Commander-in-Chief, a clear contempt for NATO, a deep empathy for Russian President Vladimir Putin, there's some open contempt between the current Japanese Prime Minister & the US President as a previous mentorship seems to have fallen apart, and the current US President even openly thinks, "If the United States keeps on … its current path of weakness, [Japan is] going to want to have [nuclear weapons] anyway with or without me discussing it." With that backstory, here's how the first mission is going to likely go: There's still some things that need to be firmed up, but this is the general idea for mission 01. Using WikiPedia for Order of Battle/ORBAT unless tipped off for a better source so Sukhoi Flanker plane color schemes and variants can and will change. When the second mission in sequence is firmed up and the third & fourth one (one of which will have JASDF F-35A), will announce that here also. Please follow this topic and ask me any questions or requests you got. Goal is to drop this mission pak on or before 25 March 2019 - my birthday!

File Name: F-15DJ skin pack File Submitter: WhiteBoySamurai File Submitted: 09 August 2014 File Category: F-15 This is a package of high-resolution (4096x4096) textures for the F-15DJ in its current JASDF livery, representing the 23rd Squadron and 202nd Squadron. Authentic squadron markings and serial decals for each of the currently operational F-15DJ aircraft are included. As the texture is designed exclusively for the F-15DJ_97 from the F-15 Super Pack, you need to download and install that pack first if you haven't already. IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to save CombatAce's bandwidth and your hard drive space, the main texture files have been placed in the aircraft folder instead of each skin folder, since every squadron has identical skins aside from decals and markings. This will not overwrite or override any existing skins. Any textures placed in individual skin folders will take precedence over what's in the main folder, so other texture sets should still work fine. Credits: Textures, decals, and hangar/loading screens by Nengajyou Aki Original skins and templates by the F-15 Super Pack team (please see the download page for full credits of all involved) Special thanks to EricJ for uploading the templates Click here to download this file

File Name: C-130H JASDF File Submitter: WhiteBoySamurai File Submitted: 08 December 2012 File Category: C-130 This is a mod of Dels's C-130H for the Japanese Air Self Defense Force's 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron, based in Komaki AB, Nagoya. Authentic squadron markings and serial numbers for each aircraft are included. Credits: C-130H model, cockpit, textures, and templates by Dels JASDF skin, decals, and hangar/loading screens by Nengajyou Aki Pilots modified from Geo's WWII Pacific Navy/Marine pilots Click here to download this file

File Name: F-15J Kai skin pack File Submitter: WhiteBoySamurai File Submitted: 03 December 2012 File Category: F-15 This is a package of high-resolution (4096x4096) textures for the F-15J Kai in its current JASDF livery. Authentic squadron markings and serial decals for each of the 153 currently operational F-15J aircraft are included. As the texture is designed exclusively for the F-15J_97 from the F-15 Super Pack, you need to download and install that pack first if you haven't already. IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to save CombatAce's bandwidth and your hard drive space, the main texture files have been placed in the aircraft folder instead of each skin folder, since every squadron has identical skins aside from decals and markings. This will not overwrite or override any existing skins. Any textures placed in individual skin folders will take precedence over what's in the main folder, so other texture sets should still work fine. Credits: Textures, decals, and hangar/loading screens by Nengajyou Aki Original skins and templates by the F-15 Super Pack team (please see the download page for full credits of all involved) Special thanks to EricJ for uploading the templates Click here to download this file

File Name: F-4EJ skin pack File Submitter: WhiteBoySamurai File Submitted: 19 September 2012 File Category: F-4 This is a package of high-resolution skins including authentic serial numbers and patches for the F-4EJ and F-4EJ Kai created by my friend and Phantom expert Nengajou Aki. Nineteen different skins from ten different squadrons are included. These skins may be used with the Mirage Factory F-4EJ pack (http://combatace.com...4ej-super-pack/), and are also compatible with the ThirdWire DLC version with minor adjustments. Every major JASDF squadron to fly the Phantom is represented here, some separated by year, with the greatest and most realistic detail possible. These are large skins, so resize them or convert them to jpeg or dds if you need to. Note: You may notice that serial numbers are not restricted by squadron. This is intentional, as aircraft frequently change squadrons within the JASDF. Optional files are included such as data.ini (mostly for custom engine sounds and pilots), avionics.ini (gun angle tweak), and loadout.ini (including naval strike ASM setups). Sundowner has given permission to overwrite original versions of these files. Entries for JASDF squadrons missing from the stock Squadronlist.ini are also available. Please add them manually or look for the latest community updates in the "SF2 Realism Mod" thread at CombatAce. Credits: Original F-4EJ & EJ Kai by Mirage Factory SF2 model by bpao Tweaks and additional heavy modeling details by Sundowner Skins by Sundowner Screens by USAFMTL Orginal pit by Bunyap Extended squadron list by Daddyairplanes New skins, hangar screens, data tweaks by Nengajou Aki Additional weapons by WBS Nengajou and WBS would especially like to thank Sundowner, as without his templates these mods would not be possible Click here to download this file

File Name: JASDF Weapon Pack File Submitter: WhiteBoySamurai File Submitted: 06 March 2012 File Category: Weapon Packs This package includes the following weapons and equipment for the Japan Air Self Defense Force, each with new models created by me: AAM-3 (IRM) AAM-4 (AHM) AAM-4B (AHM with miniature AESA seeker and clipped fins) AAM-5 (IRM, HOBS with TVC) ASM-1 (ASM, solid fuel) ASM-1C (ASM, turbojet) ASM-2 (ASM, turbojet, IIR seeker) ASM-2Kai (ASM, turbojet, IIR seeker, folding fins) ASM-3 (ASM, supersonic ramjet, radar + IIR seeker) J/AAQ-2 (targetting pod, available in two colors and tracking displays) Enjoy! Click here to download this file

File Name: F-35J File Submitter: WhiteBoySamurai File Submitted: 06 March 2012 File Category: F-35 In December of 2011, the F-35 was officially chosen to replace Japan's aging F-4 fleet. The F-35J is scheduled to enter service in 2016. Final assembly and perhaps eventually licence production will be handled by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. This package includes three different high-resolution skins representing currently proposed paint schemes. Currently included squadron markings are for the 301st Fighter Squadron from Nyutabaru Air Base, one of the first units expected to receive the new aircraft. Note 1: Several avionics modifications were (selfishly) made by me to better represent the powerful AESA radar set in the F-35. Feel free to use the original F-35 avionics.ini if you prefer. Note 2: Some essential weapons (some from the community Ordnance Pack, others created by yours truly) are included, but be sure to download the JASDF Weapons Pack for more! Credits: -Original F-35 mod by Dave, JSF Aggie, JAT81500, Amokfloo, and FastCargo -JSOW, JDAM, and SDB models from SF2 Ordnance Shop -JASDF skins, decals, and hangar screens by Nengajou Aki -JASDF weapons and F-35 data ini modifications by WhiteBoySamurai Click here to download this file

View File [Fictional] Northrop/McDonnell Douglas F-23J 'Tora' Northrop/McDonnell Douglas F-23J for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2 This is a simple mod of Dels' excellent F-23A 'Black Widow' to give a fictional F-23J 'Tora' (Tiger) of the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force with markings for the 302nd Hikotai in a retro 'Zero' scheme (suggested by Canadair). BACKSTORY (This backstory was for my Israeli F-23 but explains why the Black Widow ended up in the land of the Rising Sun). With the success of the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom and F-15 Eagle in Heyl HaAvir service the Israeli's were hoping that the Northrop/McDonnell Douglas F-23A 'Black Widow' would win the USAF's ATF competition to continue their relationship with the McDonnell team at St. Louis but unfortunately Lockheed Martin's victory in the ATF competition looked like bringing an end to a long and enduring partnership. However in a brave move, in May 1991 the Northrop/McDonnell Douglas team secured permission from Congress to actively market the F-23 to (State Department) 'approved' nations and offered a single-seat multi-role version called the F-23I (International) to Germany, Japan, Israel and the UK. With Germany looking for any excuse to get out of the Eurofighter consortium and facing high reunification costs they persuaded the UK to team up in a combined purchase of 200 F-23I's. In return, this led to the German and UK Governments persuading Northrop/McDonnell Douglas to make BAe and MBB prime sub-contractors for any further export sales. However, with only 200 F-23I's on order Northrop/McDonnell Douglas were not convinced that it was enough to start a viable programme but the breakthrough came in January 1994 when, due to increasing tensions on the Korean Peninsula, the USAF agreed to purchase 100 F-23A's for PACAF (the air component of United States Pacific Command) and this move finally saw Japan and Israel also join the programme with 100 F-23I's each. INSTRUCTIONS 1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the F-23J folder into your Aircraft folder. 2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the F-23J folder into your Decals folder. That's it! CREDITS As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim. Massive thanks to Dels for this superb add-on aircraft - one of the very best. Special thanks to Canadair for suggesting the retro Zero style F-23J. And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community. Regards Spinners Version 2 - February 12th, 2024. Submitter Spinners Submitted 03/20/2010 Category What If Hangar  

View File [Fictional] Vought F-8EJ Crusader (JASDF) Vought F-8EJ Crusader for STRIKE FIGHTERS 2:VIETNAM This is a simple mod of the stock Crusader F-8E to give a fictional F-8EJ in service with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) during the 1964 - 1985 timeline with markings for; 203rd Hikotai (overall grey). 302nd Hikotai (overall blue with sharkmouth). BACKSTORY After a long selection process the Vought F-8EJ was finally selected by the JASDF in 1962 as its standard interceptor-fighter. With it's impressive unrefuelled range, reliable Pratt & Whitney J-57-P-20J engine and powerful Magnavox APQ-94J radar the F-8EJ served with a total of eight JASDF squadrons with initial deliveries commencing in late 1964. Compared to the superb multi-role F-8E, and because of Japan's own 'self-defense' status and imposed peace treaty terms, the F-8EJ was stripped of much of it's surface-attack capability but gained a modified APQ-94 radar, wing-mounted AIM-7E Sparrow missiles and also had a very useful anti-ship capability (deemed acceptable as being an 'anti-invasion' capability) and all eight 'Hikotai' had maritime attack and reconnaissance as a secondary role. The F-8EJ's served until the mid-1980's with the 302nd Hikotai being the last to surrender this very popular aircraft in JASDF service in 1985. INSTRUCTIONS 1. From the AIRCRAFT folder drag and drop the F-8EJ folder into your Aircraft folder. 2. From the DECALS folder drag and drop the F-8EJ folder into your Decals folder. That's it! CREDITS As always, thanks to Third Wire for a great little game/sim. And, finally, thanks to everyone in the wider Third Wire community. Regards Spinners Version 2 - February 13th, 2024. Submitter Spinners Submitted 03/13/2010 Category What If Hangar