Tango

Hi, Thought I'd start a progress thread to keep you updated with where we are with things! We don't post very often as we'd prefer to work on bringing you the best simulation possible, but thought it was a good time to update you on progress. First of all, I'm very pleased to say that most of the systems development is complete now, and we are now testing and tweaking the systems to ensure that they are operating correctly, and displaying the correct parameters at the correct time. We have also been testing the calibration of the various instruments and adjusting as necessary. Work on the model and textures is on-going. Flight testing of the aircraft is progressing very well, and we are currently tuning the engine-out glide performance. In our testing so far, the engine-idle clean, and engine-idle with air brake extended, show the glide performance to be +/- 2 nm of the stated figures. Numerous small bugs and logic "issues" have been corrected in the flight director system, so the automatic transition between sub-modes, and manual mode selection appear to be more coherent with similar systems. Part of the flight director system design philosophy is that no more than 3 modes will ever be presented on the panel simultaneously (two active plus one armed), and in testing I found that a selection of 4 modes was possible, breaking this criteria. The arming logic of the VOR/GS has been changed to be coherent with the active modes, and as such they will not become active until the active operating mode criteria has been reached (before the system was entering the active-standby mode resulting in 4 modes presenting on the panel). This system will be described in much greater depth in the operating manual. Research into the CC model of the aircraft is on-going, however development of the EB model is reaching maturity, and we hope to bring you more information soon! Best regards, Tango.

Thanks for the comment! We are all working very hard to bring this module to you. Best regards, Tango.

Buenas / Hi, El avance en la implementación del sistema Director de Vuelo, va por buen camino. Abajo podéis ver algunas capturas del modo GS. Por favor, tened en cuenta que el sistema sigue en desarrollo. Disfrutad! :D Work is progressing nicely on the flight director system. Below are some screenshots of the testing of the glideslope tracking functionality. Please note the system is still a work in progress. Enjoy!! :D Best regards, Tango.

Hi, Thank you! :D I updated the WIP items, and added the Flight Director system information. The list needs another update. ;) Best regards, Tango.

Systems list updated. Best regards, Tango.

Hi, Yes. Best regards, Tango.

:D Best regards, Tango.

Please just be sure that performance is maintained! Substance over style, IMHO. Best regards, Tango.

Fuel? * kicks box of plutonium under bench * :music_whistling: Best regards, Tango.

Hi, PFM is a WIP (initial release will be with SFM), and we definitely plan to develop shared cockpit! :thumbup: Thanks for the other information as well! Interesting to see the aircraft that don't make it beyond the prototype stage. :book: Best regards, Tango.

:D Thanks! :D The time machine comes in useful... :music_whistling: Best regards, Tango.

Hi, The L-39 is being developed by the Virtual Patriots Jet Team (of which I'm also a part of). Development is still very much in progress! 8) You won't be disappointed. ;) Best regards, Tango.

Hi, Yes it does, and we will as far as we can. Thank you!!! Best regards, Tango.

Hi, The emergency systems are now implemented! Emergency systems include: * Emergency Gear Extension * Emergency Air Brake Retract * Aileron Hydraulic Power Override Emergency Gear Extension The emergency gear extension system comprises a nitrogen bottle system that blows the landing gear down. It inhibits the hydraulic system (even if pressurized) and opens ports in the top of the hydraulic rams to allow the nitrogen gas to directly force the rams to the fully extended position. The system is single-shot, and once operated can not be reset in the air. Emergency Air Brake Retract In the event of the loss of hydraulic pressure with the air brake extended, the emergency air brake retract system operates a bypass valve, allowing hydraulic fluid to flow from the hydraulic ram back to the hydraulic fluid reservoir. The air brake retracts through the force of the air flowing over it, with the amount of retraction being proportional to true airspeed. The system requires electrical power to operate. If there is no forward airspeed, the air brake, if not locked in the up position, can drop under its own weight. Aileron Hydraulic Power Override The aileron hydraulic system can be bypassed. A switch in the cockpit opens a bypass valve, removing hydraulic power from the ailerons. The system is then operated via cables to the aileron actuators directly. Control forces increase significantly. The system is operated by a push-button switch and requires electrical power. The system can be reset in flight if hydraulic power is restored. This is an overview of the depth of the emergency systems simulation. Best regards, Tango.

No - it's not required - it has a huge internal fuel capacity, good for 2000 nm ferry range. Combat range is also good considering the weapons payload (350 nm with 2200 kg of payload). Best regards, Tango.

Thanks, pj! :beer: Best regards, Tango.

Interesting discussion! Getting back to the -101 for a moment, it says this about the DD model: ...so I'm guessing these can be taken off the list of CC supported equipment. Best regards, Tango.

Maybe they never got past the experimental stage? Best regards, Tango.

Maybe the Chilean A-36/T-36 Halcón could carry it? Best regards, Tango.

Hi, Wanted: Flight model developer to create advanced flight model for C-101 AvioJet and future projects. Please apply via Private Message. Buscamos: Desarrollador de modelo de vuelo, para crear un modelo de vuelo avanzado para el C-101 y futuros proyectos. Por favor contactar vía mensaje privado. Deseable buen nivel de inglés, hablado y escrito. Best regards, Tango.

Well... good... because that just simplified the programming! :D Why carry the laser designator then? It replaces the gun... Best regards, Tango.

Obviously I haven't tried to implement it yet, but if the code is in our module, then someone would have to reverse-engineer it to make it work with anything else, which will be expressly prohibited to do. Best regards, Tango.

...so we can drop LGBs, but laser-guided Mavericks not? :huh: Best regards, Tango.

Yes it does! I think you slew the laser designator over it (or have another aircraft perform that task) then fire the missile. They are laser guided, not TV guided. As the C-101 can carry a laser designator, it seems it can pick its own targets. No MFD required. Best regards, Tango.

I think it is just a shroud - it is single-barrel. Best regards, Tango.