A-4E By HoggitDev

[firefly2442]

Is the sourcecode on Github (or someplace else)?

[gospadin]

Is the sourcecode on Github (or someplace else)?

 

Currently only available for team members.

 

The release of the mod will release the source code, since we're using lua.

[LevelPulse]

Awesome progress

Thank you Hoggit Team!

 

Thanks Archer, all the positive feedback is welcoming to all members of our team!

[Gladman]

Very excited about this project. Keep up the good work.

[Woogey]

Humpless

 

We will do a list of requested skins that people want, this is one of them!

 

I respectfully add my vote for a hump-less bent probe variant. No doubt you guys are aware that the Blue Angels version was actually the Hump less "Z" bend re-fueling probe version. What you might not be aware of, is Jester's Aggressor bird in later part of the movie (Grey #53) was actually the A-4F prototype. Initially Having a sensor probe in the place of the refueler, this was later removed, and never replaced. So it is also possible to have a no probe Scooter.

 

I very much look forward to this aircraft, and can't wait to wrap some Aggressor paint around it!

 

P.S. Boeing will license any of its aircraft for a variety of purposes including recreational game use. It is very much possible to get a license for this aircraft if you wanted to persue this avenue. I have already inquired to our legal department about game license in general (not this project Specifically). The royalty based licensing agreement terms are negotiable.

 

-Woog

Edited April 4, 2016 by Woogey

[Chimango]

Congratulatins guys, your are doing an outstanding job with this bird!

 

Is there any chance to get the versions without the "dorsal hump". A humpless version like the A4 B/C/Q, would be very appreciated as those are the ones which took part in Malvinas/Falklands 1982. Also during Middle East and Vietnam conflicts (not to mention other famous use as in Blue ANgles and also Top Gun film)

 

I'd love to see something like this:

 

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A4B's from Argentinas Air Force attacking and sinking HMS Coventry (May 25th 1982)

 

[archimaede]

I respectfully add my vote for a hump-less bent probe variant. No doubt you guys are aware that the Blue Angels version was actually the Hump less "Z" bend re-fueling probe version.

-Woog

 

The Blue Angels flew an A-4F variant called the Super Fox. It had a lot more visuals differences with the A-4E than just the bent probe and the lack of hump.

Same for A/B/C used in the Falklands.

 

What I'm saying is that removing the hump won't do a lot to fake other variants. If we want to do something nice, it would require a lot more work than just that. Not counting on the cockpit which would still be the same.

 

So we'll see about including other variants.

Edited April 5, 2016 by archimaede

[LevelPulse]

Sorry, we have no plans on having a hump-less A-4 variant.

 

Thanks.

[pavlov]

I vote for a humpless version like the A4 B/C/Q... :thumbup:

 

Thanks for the work!!!!:pilotfly:

[LevelPulse]

Reasons we are going for the hump variant is because of TWO main reasons:

• It had a more powerful engine, J52-P8A engine
  
• It has 5 pylons instead of three.
  

 

Hope that clears it up for you guys.

[hog_driver111th]

I'm fine with any variant, as it will look good sitting on the carrier deck, along with the F-14, F-18, A-6, A-7... plus I could relive the old days watching A-10s and A-4s formation land at Willow Grove NAS JRB from when I was a kid back in the early 80s.

[Gladman]

Whatever variant you do is good with me man. I just can't wait to fly it. :)

[ggerman]

I'm good with whatever variant you do! Just know that we all truly appreciate your hard work and generous contribution to the sim!

[SkateZilla]

Reasons we are going for the hump variant is because of TWO main reasons:

• It had a more powerful engine, J52-P8A engine
  
• It has 5 pylons instead of three.
  

 

Hope that clears it up for you guys.

 

Those are A-4E Retrofit's

 

Where the Hump w/ the Extra Avionics and the J5P8A engine both Came from the A-4F, and were retrofitted into A-4E's late in their Service.

 

A-4E Had 5 Pylons regardless of the Hump and a J52-p6 Engine, 900 or so lbf less thrust.

[archimaede]

Yes we know, it's just the phrasing Level used that was weird.

 

The message is still the same though : we won't do anything else than an upgraded A-4E, at least for now.

[theropod]

for me, it will be enough to have any A-4.

 

no matter which version

 

good luck Hoggit :thumbup:

Edited April 6, 2016 by theropod

[SkateZilla]

Just go with the -F Then,... shrug..

 

Upgrade to J52-P-408 and Make a Blue Angels Livery, :p

[Gladman]

We should probably just take whatever a group of people wants to put out for free and shut the hell up.

[SkateZilla]

Language Buddy.

[hog_driver111th]

While waiting for this A-4 to come out, if anyone wants to get this, I'll be your pilot 24/7... Also, it would be great if you guys did a TA-4J version with multi-crew to train others on carrier operations.

http://www.controller.com/listings/aircraft/for-sale/1419151/mcdonnell-douglas-ta4j-skyhawk

[gospadin]

I know everyone's super excited, but there's just a half dozen of us or so ham-fisting our way through our first aircraft mod in our spare time on nights and weekends.

 

With the hours I've put in so far relative to the visible progress (and I'm not even the modeler!), i'm ready for Leatherneck or Razbam or someone to launch their A-4 so that I can just throw money at them for a finished plane.

[LevelPulse]

We should probably just take whatever a group of people wants to put out for free and shut the hell up.

 

Haha it's alright, we know all of you have good intentions :)

[Starscream the F-15]

Who doesn't love tiny Jets? Can't wait for this to come out!

[King Cobra]

This sounds awesome, more planes to get my, "Danger Zone" on. Best of luck making it guys.

[hog_driver111th]

After watching some videos, I wonder if the fragile nose gear will be on this A-4, where it'll collapse if the proper landing attitude isn't flown onto the deck.