Well, actually the bomb bay is far more impressive than the gear...did you build that part? Also, I figured out that the “Boom 50” is far larger than the real thing, so I actually scaled the bomb to the correct size of the Mk 82, as well as the Mk 84. The unrealistic part of that is that both my pseudo Mk 82 and Mk 84 is that the “Boom” is the same size regardless of of the scaling.
@Kevinairlines not sure about the scaling issue, I don’t generally scale my aircraft because it throws off the performance compared to the size and weight. This one flies nicely...I can’t quite figure out the function of the rotating parts in the tail boom, though.
Classic jet, interesting build. I have 500 or so hours in the T-38, so I particularly like the F-5...much more thrusties made the airframe that much better!
There’s an XML setting you can access through the file or with Overload. It’s called “disableCollisions” and it should be set to “True”. Which platform are you on?
@F104Deathtrap it’s because you’re not limited by the length of the cargo. When trying to load though a side door, the cargo has to be able to fit around the “corner” of the door and the fuselage. Kind of like trying to fit a new bed into your bedroom when your bedroom
door opens onto a hallway. Nothing to do with CG
@greasytortle I credit @vonhubert for showing me the basic idea, I simplified it a little by using two stacked rotators, instead of two hinges. The trick is to set one rotator to floppy for part of the retraction, the other covers the necessary rotation to close the doors, plus the floppy rotator’s arc. The shock is there to keep the doors open by pushing for the first part of the rotation until the gear gets partially retracted. The hard part of building this setup is all the fine adjustments necessary to get it to fit together the right way, not to mention trying to get that shock to clip on both ends simultaneously!
@greasytortle well if it isn’t big enough, it’s probably almost big enough anyway...it’s certainly not ridiculously small. Checkout my B-57 for a variation on the dorsal intake and wing spoilers.
I may disagree with a single engined airliner, but this works! Nice details with the spoilers (wing surfaces on rotators will give more roll authority than the spoilers you use). Overall, flies nice, doesn’t have ridiculous speed or maneuverability, nice build!
@Megaplanesinc yes, one of my earlier creations, the is CoM too close to the CoL...it glides well enough for what it is because of this, but is unstable and will stall and auto-rotate (spin) if it gets out of hand.
Nice, I like your execution of the classic Stringbag! I once read a great account of the Swordfish squadron that went into action against the Scharnhorst, Gneisenau and Prinz Eugen during the Channel Dash (unfortunately cannot remember the name of the book). Anyway, have loved the Swordfish ever since.
@forrealsimplePlanes here you go, my first version of the Eagle. For your high speed rotation issue on takeoff, move your rear landing gear forward to the scale location until your F-15 is almost, but not quite, tipping onto its tail...that should enable your jet to rotate and fly at a more realistic speed. Also, you can “stack” two rotators on top of each other, one set for pitch, the other for trim, that way preserving your model’s realism. I’ve done this on several of my more recent builds, my F-4E being a good example of this.
Nice first build, very similar to my very first featured plane...also an Eagle...sure, there are various techniques and trips you could use to address your build’s issues, you will definitely become a great builder with time, keep it up!
OK, this is incredible, pretty much the best, most complete airliner on the site. However, a couple of issues nag at me and I would like to ask you about them...I'd like to ask you by tagging you on an unlisted post...would you like the feedback...?
Nice. I’m part way through an Su-11 myself, but going is slow. Have you ever considered using rotators to move the entire stab? You can even “stack” rotators on top of one another, one for pitch control, the other for trim. I do it a lot on my builds.
Yeah, just let them know that you’re building an F-14B or F-14D Super Tomcat. The original engines (TF30s) were replaced with GE built F110 turbofans with the revised nozzles, like your build has.
@Pieceofpi314 well, it couldn’t have been that complex, otherwise it would not have been able to fly that fast. So, if I were you I would rebuild it and post it!
Yes. Under what conditions did you set your record (i.e., altitude, dive/level flight, etc.?). Does it have landing gear? Can it take off and land, are you going to post it?
@BogdanX, the only thing that complicates using rockets to shoot down aircraft is that there’s no way to set rockets to air-to-air...unless you know of a way...?
@vonhubert the same way as adding screenshots in forum posts, exclamation point, “!” followed by the name of the screenshot in brackets “[]” then the link in parenthesis “()”. Just add the link in the description and it will show the screenshot.
Well, actually the bomb bay is far more impressive than the gear...did you build that part? Also, I figured out that the “Boom 50” is far larger than the real thing, so I actually scaled the bomb to the correct size of the Mk 82, as well as the Mk 84. The unrealistic part of that is that both my pseudo Mk 82 and Mk 84 is that the “Boom” is the same size regardless of of the scaling.
@Kevinairlines not sure about the scaling issue, I don’t generally scale my aircraft because it throws off the performance compared to the size and weight. This one flies nicely...I can’t quite figure out the function of the rotating parts in the tail boom, though.
Classic jet, interesting build. I have 500 or so hours in the T-38, so I particularly like the F-5...much more thrusties made the airframe that much better!
Does it still work as an intake? My experience is that intakes need to be mounted on fuselage blocks, otherwise they won’t take in any air.
@Gestour, of course... I have my latest build just where I want it performance-wise, but the addition of markings is going to mess that up...
Looks fun, sure wish I knew how to do multiplayer...
There’s an XML setting you can access through the file or with Overload. It’s called “disableCollisions” and it should be set to “True”. Which platform are you on?
@Sunnyskies it worked! Thanks.
@Sunnyskies where would I write it in? Can I do it in Overload under the Part menu?
@F104Deathtrap it’s because you’re not limited by the length of the cargo. When trying to load though a side door, the cargo has to be able to fit around the “corner” of the door and the fuselage. Kind of like trying to fit a new bed into your bedroom when your bedroom
door opens onto a hallway. Nothing to do with CG
@greasytortle I credit @vonhubert for showing me the basic idea, I simplified it a little by using two stacked rotators, instead of two hinges. The trick is to set one rotator to floppy for part of the retraction, the other covers the necessary rotation to close the doors, plus the floppy rotator’s arc. The shock is there to keep the doors open by pushing for the first part of the rotation until the gear gets partially retracted. The hard part of building this setup is all the fine adjustments necessary to get it to fit together the right way, not to mention trying to get that shock to clip on both ends simultaneously!
@greasytortle well if it isn’t big enough, it’s probably almost big enough anyway...it’s certainly not ridiculously small. Checkout my B-57 for a variation on the dorsal intake and wing spoilers.
@greasytortle yeah, I will admit, it does look good
I may disagree with a single engined airliner, but this works! Nice details with the spoilers (wing surfaces on rotators will give more roll authority than the spoilers you use). Overall, flies nice, doesn’t have ridiculous speed or maneuverability, nice build!
How’d you get the nice long afterburner plume?
Nice, I like it 😃👍
@Megaplanesinc yes, one of my earlier creations, the is CoM too close to the CoL...it glides well enough for what it is because of this, but is unstable and will stall and auto-rotate (spin) if it gets out of hand.
By the way, how did you create and post the GIFs into your description?
Nice, I like your execution of the classic Stringbag! I once read a great account of the Swordfish squadron that went into action against the Scharnhorst, Gneisenau and Prinz Eugen during the Channel Dash (unfortunately cannot remember the name of the book). Anyway, have loved the Swordfish ever since.
Finally, a realistic jet...I had just downloaded some hyperactive fictional jet build and this is a welcome departure from that mold. Nice work!
Cool! By the way, how did you import the sandbox screenshots into your post?
Cool...how did you use screenshots in your posting, vice the default views?
Nice camo.
@forrealsimplePlanes here you go, my first version of the Eagle. For your high speed rotation issue on takeoff, move your rear landing gear forward to the scale location until your F-15 is almost, but not quite, tipping onto its tail...that should enable your jet to rotate and fly at a more realistic speed. Also, you can “stack” two rotators on top of each other, one set for pitch, the other for trim, that way preserving your model’s realism. I’ve done this on several of my more recent builds, my F-4E being a good example of this.
Nice first build, very similar to my very first featured plane...also an Eagle...sure, there are various techniques and trips you could use to address your build’s issues, you will definitely become a great builder with time, keep it up!
Beautiful work here, I always liked the Badger, in spite of its Russki origin!
@Alpha029 thanks! I’ve always liked the looks of the Phantom myself.
OK, this is incredible, pretty much the best, most complete airliner on the site. However, a couple of issues nag at me and I would like to ask you about them...I'd like to ask you by tagging you on an unlisted post...would you like the feedback...?
Nice. I’m part way through an Su-11 myself, but going is slow. Have you ever considered using rotators to move the entire stab? You can even “stack” rotators on top of one another, one for pitch control, the other for trim. I do it a lot on my builds.
Wow, I can't even believe this thing actually flies, the Gee Bee inspiration was a strange enough shape, but this takes the cake!
Yeah, just let them know that you’re building an F-14B or F-14D Super Tomcat. The original engines (TF30s) were replaced with GE built F110 turbofans with the revised nozzles, like your build has.
@Sauce don’t know if you saw this one or not, sequenced gear doors, might be a help on your F-14...but you probably already figured that out...
Which do you like better, a peregrine falcon or a stork? That’s why.
Beautiful work, flies very nicely and looks great!
@Pieceofpi314 well, it couldn’t have been that complex, otherwise it would not have been able to fly that fast. So, if I were you I would rebuild it and post it!
Yes. Under what conditions did you set your record (i.e., altitude, dive/level flight, etc.?). Does it have landing gear? Can it take off and land, are you going to post it?
Uh...no. Here’s how I would rate it: DIF, IF, EXTD
@BogdanX dang. You’ve crushed my hopes and dreams...
@BogdanX, the only thing that complicates using rockets to shoot down aircraft is that there’s no way to set rockets to air-to-air...unless you know of a way...?
Thanks @phanps!
Thanks for the Spotlight! @Sgtk
Beautiful Zero! You nailed it!
@vonhubert the same way as adding screenshots in forum posts, exclamation point, “!” followed by the name of the screenshot in brackets “[]” then the link in parenthesis “()”. Just add the link in the description and it will show the screenshot.
Nice build, unique idea
@Leehopard oh, I understand now, thanks
Speed brakes?
@GhostHTX thank you! Thank you very much!
Nice build!
Thanks for the Spotlights, @Sgtk @EpicPigster1 and @BaconRoll !
@BaconRoll yes, I agree, both weird and wonderful.