@MasterLobster thank you. It is based on Orion 20, an actual model of ekranoplan, only one commercially used in the world currently. Of course, I only took the basic idea and most of the layout, removing the V-tail, third engine, reshaping and resizing the rest of thecraft. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
@ForeverPie it is often activity that counts, as well as developing techniques. With four posts, you can't expect a lot more. My first four posts scored a total of one upvote originally, with some people upvoting them for fun when I became popular.
@gareth1234 you have to work a lot for points at the beginning. Once you have a follower base, it gets easier. But first you have to attract followers with a bunch of cool builds. I'm not talking four, but more that twenty functional and decently looking planes. Then, as you become better and better at building things, more and more people like them.
Ok, I finally tested it. It flies very well. A bit slow for a jet, but very fun to fly. With takeoff/landing run it has, this plane doesn't even need VTOL. Good job.
Nice craft and nice lore. Looks very bulky, mocking the laws of aerodynamics. Very futuristic. Custom landing gear would suit it far better. Experiment with that please.
Boat works quite well. Too fast and maneuverable. It has realistic performance at around 40% throttle. I understand that iOS still can't edit engine power, but you can at least add that to description.
@TTHHSSSS nah, just an edit to fuselage block that would still behave like a fuselage block, but look concave. Just like with current fuselage blocks, collider wouldn't be affected by the change of corner, and you would adjust the corner manually. That would be a lot easier to implement. I talked to the guy who knows stuff about this.
@RodWan search for more detailed data for the aircraft. It will give you Vmax (maximum velocity) at H0 (Sea level) and Hopt (optimum altitude, maximum speed achievable in level flight). For example, you have mentioned XF-11. Here's an entire operating manual for XF-11
Pretty nice, almost like there really is ground effect. Actually, you are just maintaining the speed at which the craft neither climbs nor descends. Good job balancing it to do that. I used gyroscope and precise trim to make my ekranoplan (not released yet, scheduled for weekend) fly level at very low altitude.
I am not trying to cause an argument. Just stating my opinion on the subject. iOS sucks, good iOS builders rock. Although, iOS doesn't suck as much now that they have a built-in fine tuner.
Most of the guys who argue about this are missing the point by a mile. iOS sucks. That means user needs a lot more skill to make a good thing on iOS. That's why I admired Cedy117 back when he was on iOS. Nobody said iOS users suck. Just the things those users can't influence. Saying "iOS sucks" is like saying "I know how it feels" to an iOS user.
Welcome to the community, @Nautigue. Here's my copy-paste set of tips for beginners:
Read the rules here. You will gain points (the number in the white square next to your username). One "Upvote" on a plane you upload brings 15 points, and an upvote on the forum post brings 2 points. Once you reach 100 points, your point field (currently white) will turn bronze, at 1000 points silver, at 5000 gold, and black (we call it platinum) at 25000 points. To tag a person in the comment, put "@" in front of their username (ex: @Nautigue), or hit the "Reply" button on their comment. This will send notification to the person you mentioned.
Don't spam low quality planes. If it doesn't fly (or do whatever it's supposed to do), don't upload it. Put effort into every build. There are many tricks ingame tutorial won't show you. You can learn them by taking apart planes already uploaded to the site. If you don't understand how something works, feel free to ask. You are also not restricted to planes. People have made ships, tanks, cars, trucks, trains, dragons, spaceships...
Be sure to respect other users. Swearing, insulting other users, discriminating, or posting sexually suggestive material can get you banned. Users with red point boxes are moderators. If you have a problem with anyone, talk to them. If you have a problem with building, talk to one of the users whose builds you like. The more experienced they are, bigger the chance they can help you. If you have a problem with the game itself, seek users with blue point boxes. They are developers of the game, and they will take note of the problem you are having and probably fix it in the next update.
I wish you a happy stay in the SimplePlanes community, and a lot of points.
This plane looks very nice and flies very well. I like it. A lot of details and low part count rarely go together so well. It could maybe use some more destructive armament, like a rocket or two, or a few bombs, but it's still a lot of fun to fly.
With launch force 1000%, flares are ejected faster than gun bullets. Given the usual weight of a flare, plus 2000°C+ temperature, they ought to inflict considerable damage, @Awsomur
@CommanderSword those two were quite unrealistic. I didn't have as much skill back then. And yeah, it's a simplified M.Corp coast guard livery.
@Fishbowl1121 engines are on the front to avoid splash from the pontoons. That was taken from Orion 20 ekranoplan produced in Russia.
@KerlonceauxIndustries thanks
@TheLatentImage I'm glad you like it. Now I know it's really good.
@GermanWarMachine you can try :)
@Liquidfox thank you
@MasterLobster thank you. It is based on Orion 20, an actual model of ekranoplan, only one commercially used in the world currently. Of course, I only took the basic idea and most of the layout, removing the V-tail, third engine, reshaping and resizing the rest of thecraft. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
@ForeverPie it is often activity that counts, as well as developing techniques. With four posts, you can't expect a lot more. My first four posts scored a total of one upvote originally, with some people upvoting them for fun when I became popular.
@gareth1234 you have to work a lot for points at the beginning. Once you have a follower base, it gets easier. But first you have to attract followers with a bunch of cool builds. I'm not talking four, but more that twenty functional and decently looking planes. Then, as you become better and better at building things, more and more people like them.
Ok, I finally tested it. It flies very well. A bit slow for a jet, but very fun to fly. With takeoff/landing run it has, this plane doesn't even need VTOL. Good job.
Nice craft and nice lore. Looks very bulky, mocking the laws of aerodynamics. Very futuristic. Custom landing gear would suit it far better. Experiment with that please.
Looks cute. Remind me to test it later please, I'm not on my PC now.
It great. Good job on the cockpit.
Boat works quite well. Too fast and maneuverable. It has realistic performance at around 40% throttle. I understand that iOS still can't edit engine power, but you can at least add that to description.
Don't apologise for not uploading. Quality > quantity. The boat looks very nice. I'll test it now.
Looks very nice. Maybe add some moving parts, like swing wings or loading ramp.
@TTHHSSSS nah, just an edit to fuselage block that would still behave like a fuselage block, but look concave. Just like with current fuselage blocks, collider wouldn't be affected by the change of corner, and you would adjust the corner manually. That would be a lot easier to implement. I talked to the guy who knows stuff about this.
@RodWan search for more detailed data for the aircraft. It will give you Vmax (maximum velocity) at H0 (Sea level) and Hopt (optimum altitude, maximum speed achievable in level flight). For example, you have mentioned XF-11. Here's an entire operating manual for XF-11
Looks cute
@Mrwhiskers85 it is new. I never saw anyone do this. It emulates ground effect better than anything I ever saw.
@GermanWarMachine I know. Like hunting an elephant with a bb gun.
@Alienbeef0421 some of them, yes.
Click here for the ekranoplan
@Oski Tiny2 is dicoverable? I didn't notice that. Maybe if I land on it?
Pretty nice, almost like there really is ground effect. Actually, you are just maintaining the speed at which the craft neither climbs nor descends. Good job balancing it to do that. I used gyroscope and precise trim to make my ekranoplan (not released yet, scheduled for weekend) fly level at very low altitude.
@EpicPigster1 congrats on that
Start at Yager final approach and take heading 345. Have "Air to ground" active so they get marked when you are close enough.
Why don't you just make a single top quality one?
Wings are too long. Other than that, very nice build. Especially given your rank.
Very cute. I like it.
Go to "Stuff", "Blog", and open the latest one. It's the update log. It's all there.
Very nice. I think you are the first one to make something like this.
Finally, units I can compare to real life without having to calculate. Thanks for making this, m8.
No problem @Cedy118
Looks gr8. I r8 8/8 m8.
@ColonelStriker try beer. Gather some friends and have a few, if you are of the appropriate age.
Too OP. Plz nerf.
Just kidding, it's cool.
@ColonelStriker for me, it was getting more friends. Alcohol helps a bit too, but don't overdo it.
You put # in front of it.
I am not trying to cause an argument. Just stating my opinion on the subject. iOS sucks, good iOS builders rock. Although, iOS doesn't suck as much now that they have a built-in fine tuner.
Most of the guys who argue about this are missing the point by a mile. iOS sucks. That means user needs a lot more skill to make a good thing on iOS. That's why I admired Cedy117 back when he was on iOS. Nobody said iOS users suck. Just the things those users can't influence. Saying "iOS sucks" is like saying "I know how it feels" to an iOS user.
That's called depression. You socialise less, grow distant from your friends, and get an impression they don't like you. I've been there.
Congratulations :). I wish you a fast trip to platinum.
@ThePrototype congratulations.
@Blue0Bull of course. It's meant for to inform new users about the community, and everyone is welcome to spread it.
Well, you are your own boss, according to your username. You decide :)
Welcome to the community, @Nautigue. Here's my copy-paste set of tips for beginners:
Read the rules here. You will gain points (the number in the white square next to your username). One "Upvote" on a plane you upload brings 15 points, and an upvote on the forum post brings 2 points. Once you reach 100 points, your point field (currently white) will turn bronze, at 1000 points silver, at 5000 gold, and black (we call it platinum) at 25000 points. To tag a person in the comment, put "@" in front of their username (ex: @Nautigue), or hit the "Reply" button on their comment. This will send notification to the person you mentioned.
Don't spam low quality planes. If it doesn't fly (or do whatever it's supposed to do), don't upload it. Put effort into every build. There are many tricks ingame tutorial won't show you. You can learn them by taking apart planes already uploaded to the site. If you don't understand how something works, feel free to ask. You are also not restricted to planes. People have made ships, tanks, cars, trucks, trains, dragons, spaceships...
Be sure to respect other users. Swearing, insulting other users, discriminating, or posting sexually suggestive material can get you banned. Users with red point boxes are moderators. If you have a problem with anyone, talk to them. If you have a problem with building, talk to one of the users whose builds you like. The more experienced they are, bigger the chance they can help you. If you have a problem with the game itself, seek users with blue point boxes. They are developers of the game, and they will take note of the problem you are having and probably fix it in the next update.
I wish you a happy stay in the SimplePlanes community, and a lot of points.
@Marine no problem. Keep up the good work.
This plane looks very nice and flies very well. I like it. A lot of details and low part count rarely go together so well. It could maybe use some more destructive armament, like a rocket or two, or a few bombs, but it's still a lot of fun to fly.
Lol, cute :)
With launch force 1000%, flares are ejected faster than gun bullets. Given the usual weight of a flare, plus 2000°C+ temperature, they ought to inflict considerable damage, @Awsomur