Introduction

Anyone ever wonder what the Cutlass could have become? Well i did =) I moved the engine pod below the wing, this allows for more fuel storage in the wing, easier access to maintain / replace engines and also had the advantage of allowing for some larger engines to be mounted without a complete remodel of the airframe.

Here we see it in a colour scheme from after it was "retired" from military service and now in the hands of a private contractor that works with the RAF to provide fast jets for RAF training (they actually fly Hunters and have at least 1 Buccaneer and 1 Phantom - which are grounded at present as far as i know, not to mention the Fitter.)

Controls

AG1 = starts the engine (reheat on auto after 90%ish throttle)
AG3 = airbrake
AG4 = arrestor hook
AG6 = manual jettison drop tanks (auto drop set for 650mph ish)
AG7 = fold wings
Note: slats operate automatically at 300mph

Pictures

Takeoff roll and rotation

Airbourne

On way to beast

On approach to beast

Trap the wire (before wheels even touch down)

Wings folded on way to storage below deck