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No problem WinterH. Regarding the Ironhand mission, there were even I think three subvariants of the 'B'!

To expand on the A-6C, it had a large pod called TRIM (Trails/Roads Interdiction Multisensor) attached to its belly. The pod consisted of: AN/AAS-28 FLIR AN/AXD-4 Low Light Level TV System AN/ASD-4 Direction Finder System These sensors were mounted in the forward section of the pod called the Optical Sensor Platform (OSP), which was essentially a gyro stabilized turret. The turret could be slewed +20° and -45° in elevation and ±30° in azimuth. The TRIM system was designed to interdict supply routes such as the Ho Chi Minh Trail, but it didn't enjoy much success. The A-6E SWIP upgrade also included the AN/ALR-67(V), but there was no second phase. Although an A-6E was tested with a HUD, this upgrade never entered service with the jet.

A few A-6E jets were fitted with the AN/AWG-21 system to detect and ID threat emitters. This was done after the retirement of the A-6B and these AWG-21 equipped jets were specifically modified to carry and shoot the AGM-78 STARM.

I forgot to mention an additional stores station on each wing, as will as an increase in its weapons load (weight). I don't believe it features any system similar to DAS.

Off the top of my head: Advanced Display Core Processor (ADCP) II (The most power computer processing system on any fighter jet apparently) Eagle Passive Active Warning Survivability System (EPAWSS) Fly-by-Wire New cockpit

Hi wilbur He was flying a PW-220 small mouth jet, because he mentions the five stages of afterburner. The GE engines have a continuously progressive AB system and the PW-229 engine has eleven stages of AB.

Over the moon that they'd be able to start developing an F14D?

I'd need to get the docs first, then we'd talk. This is my thinking also Uxi.

I have my doubts TLTeo.

That's the one.

One of the first aviation books I ever bought. The photography is outstanding!

Are such documents really classified? These systems are described in the TACMAN which is classified, therefore obtaining the TACMAN isn't possible. Detailed systems descriptions can also be found in unclassified maintenance manuals, systems manuals and pilot/RIO training guides, however these may have export restrictions etc.

D.I's Tornado. Now there's a sim that was ahead of its time.

The manual you're looking for is AFTTP 3-3.F-15 (formerly AFTTP 3-3.4) Combat Aircraft Fundamentals. For what it's worth (not much at all really), there were a couple of pretty ancient versions of this manual (when it was designated MCM 3-3 Vol IV) that were sold on eBay a couple of months ago: F-15 Mission Employment Tactics Fighter Fundamentals - MCM 3-3 Volume IV (26 October 1987) F-15 Mission Employment Tactics Fighter Fundamentals - MCM 3-3 Volume IV (1 April 1990)

The question is, whose organs?

In other F-15 news: I was was pretty ecstatic when I learnt the USAF were getting some new updated Eagles.

I think that accolade goes to the F-16.

The 'fuzz-buster' was an expansion of the RWR capabilities. It was a simple system, only indicating left or right in the A-6, but was used in conjunction with the ALR-45/50, as it was specially designed to detect the CW waveform (SA-6), it couldn't detect the radars of the SA-2/3/4 etc.

The F-16 modelled is based around the 2007 time frame or so correct? If this is the case, a TER loadout consisting of 8 x 1000lb class (dumb, double digit) CBUs (SUU-64 & SUU-65 canisters) in 'slant two' format, that is 2 CBUs each on stations 3, 4, 6 and 7 is certainly an authorised configuration. 3 x 1000lb class CBUs can be mounted via TERs on stations 4 & 6, but not with any SUU-64/65 type of munition mounted on stations 3 and 7. GPS/INS guided triple digit CBUs can only be mounted on stations 3 and 7 singly (pylon mounted) or in pairs via the BRU-57(?) smart bomb rack. 10 x Mk20s can be carried in the configuration shown in the opening post, at least around the early to mid 90's time frame.

That's pretty impressive IronMike!:thumbup: The early 90's (at least) version of the ALR-67, was susceptible to multiple spikes from certain, individual emitter types, is this modelled? I know it's a daunting task, that requires a lot of man power, costs etc and Heatblur has a good relationship with Eagle Dynamics I'm sure, but I'd love it if you guys created your own simulation, it would be extraordinary! Competition isn't a bad thing.:D

From a user perspective (protecting classified/sensitive data) I don't think AESA is a big deal at all.

I agree. In terms of classification, NATO restricted is a level of classification (the minimum level barely above unclassified). In terms of security they are also similar, i.e I don't believe a security clearance is necessary to access NATO restricted data. When comparing data e.g aircraft technical data, NATO restricted is the equivalent of US unclassified, distribution statement B through E, export controlled information. Also to clarify 'public information', this means available to the public through official sources. I very much doubt that a high fidelity, DCS aircraft model, of 4th gen+, in service aircraft could be developed with information accessible to the general public. I know of a case where an individual requested Typhoon checklists via FOI and much of that was redacted!

Apologies for the late reply SgtPappy. I'll try to answer your PM in this thread if that's okay, but I don't really have much to add unfortunately. My understanding is that the 'fuzz-buster' was specifically designed to pick up continuous wave illuminations, particularly the SA-6. The ALR-45/50 could detect the SA-2 & SA-3 etc. The ALR-45/50 was better than the ALR-25/27 and was equipped to handle an expanded frequency range (2 - 15.5 GHz). Note there are different versions of the ALR-45 (I'm sure you're well aware) and although there are similarities, I'm thinking more of the ALR-45D. The -45F was a digital/semi-digital variant prior to the advent of the ALR-67 I think.

I don't believe that's the full picture QuiGon. My impression (based on comments from Eagle if I recall correctly) is that they've built a relationship with some military establishments as well as aerospace and defence companies and these organisations have provided them access to unclassified albeit restricted data, data that isn't public domain.

There's often a misconception about what type of information is classified in the realms of military aviation. The vast majority of the systems are unclassified albeit restricted, while classified systems (confidential and above) are similar to those found in 4th gen fighters, that is to say very few e.g: 1) ECM and jammer modes and performance 2) Radar Performance (e.g detection ranges, look down performance, ECCM capabilities and few operational modes) 3) Weapon systems performance (e.g detection ranges, ECCM capabilities, kinematic performance, fuzing, explosive effectiveness and on occasion a few weapon system modes)