Backstory
As per A.A.I's. request and guidelines, Ouroboros Corp went ahead with the R&D to fully equip the current F-14's with the ability to take on current, modern threats which may pose a significant threat to A.A.I. and the Asamian Government.
And thus began the long overhaul that has resulted in breathing new life into the age-old Tomcat and was thus named as the "SylphCat"
Controls
Standard aircraft controls
AG2 -- Wing sweep and Close V-tail for storage.
Features
1> Removal of old janky and dusty cockpit and the addition of the CoFFIn cockpit.
2> Removal of the Twin Tail, adding of the variable V-tail.
3> Exhaust deflection plates to keep it semi-stealth.
4> Standard weapon set. (Two AAM-3's and Two Cleavers)
5> Addition of an EML unit on the underside of the fuselage.
6> All moving control surfaces.
Flying Manual
Always pitch gently for sustained performance to ensure not waddling like a penguin.
Use about 40% throttle for takeoff, or you could go full send.
With the V-tail in upward position, you will automatically barrel roll while banking either side.
And good luck out there.
Gallery
Goddammn I wish only if mobile version had
MSAA or even FXAA antialiasing for better screenshots. Well rip me.
Credit
Major credits go to DarkMarble for the challenge and EngineeringOtaku for providing the said aircraft.
Specifications
Spotlights
- BuiltBionixInd10 3.7 years ago
- ZetaAvalon 3.7 years ago
- CapCipher 3.7 years ago
General Characteristics
- Predecessor Pimp my Tomcat Challenge (Closed) [Results coming Soon]
- Created On Android
- Wingspan 62.1ft (18.9m)
- Length 67.1ft (20.5m)
- Height 14.5ft (4.4m)
- Empty Weight 21,838lbs (9,905kg)
- Loaded Weight 40,091lbs (18,185kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 5.717
- Wing Loading 34.7lbs/ft2 (169.3kg/m2)
- Wing Area 1,156.5ft2 (107.4m2)
- Drag Points 7082
Parts
- Number of Parts 358
- Control Surfaces 6
- Performance Cost 1,575
Woah I didn't really expect these many updoots in 12hrs, this was actually a challenge/tournament build/retrofit, really didn't expect this lol
Thanks to all
@Ouroboros I've done that with my builds before too. I've forgotten an occasional feature in my rush to get the project done.
@EngineerOtaku yeah I agree I messed up with the controls honestly, should have have taken more time but eh I was the impatient guy rip
Well it appears my F-14 has been Ace Combat Superplane-ified with this one. I like how the vertical tails are set up like the X-02 and the engine exhaust are similar to the ADF and ADFX. COFFIN cockpit is kewl. I dunno what happened with the kink in the fuselage by the front cockpit but okie lol.
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Control wise it should have been tweaked for less sensitive pitch control to get rid of that wobble. Readjusting the balance between CoM and CoL would help too. Also I'm firmly in the camp that doesn't really enjoy crazy speed and acceleration, but I won't knock the build for that. Just isn't my thing - especially with the need for gentle pitch inputs from the pilot (AKA the player).
@Tomcatbetterthanhornet yo it's understandable, we all start from somewhere and reach to something, also you tried well
Ngl man this is pretty stealthy. I feel very overwhelmed by what you came up with. Good luck m8 I know I’m not gonna win
@Sadboye12 aye thanks buddy :)
incredible work on this
@Ouroboros okay thanks
@DarkMarble1 ah yes the ECM, it's basically to just keep locking on to the enemy until they deplete their countermeasures, then force them to evade, funny because there's no Missile chasing behind lol, it isn't meant to be launched tbh, just keep constant enemy locks
Very good build. A real competitor to the challenge. One Question: How do i use the ECM and what does it do? @Ouroboros
@Ouroboros All gud my man , thanks and well done
@AccilianMilitaryAircraft thanks man, I actually didn't notice your aircraft yet, I just went ahead with the build and yes there's plenty of Ace Combat cues.
Gotta admit your submission looks pretty rad man.
@BigBeast ah sorry for the late reply, you can refer to this https://www.simpleplanes.com/Forums/View/198926/PINNED-Markdown-Formatting
nice
Guys how do u add screenshots and vids to your descriptions???
Also how can u put custom thumbnails???
Very cool! Seeing TONS of Ace Combat queues taken. As well as some queues from my submission to the contest. That's 100 percent fair game. May the best man win!