tombeckett2285 Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 (edited) Ladies and Gentlemen, on behalf of the BANA Project, I am extremely pleased to publicly announce our first development module for DCS World: the Blackburn Buccaneer Mk2. What started out not very long ago as a conversion project from another sim has quickly gathered pace, fuelled by the passion and commitment of our development team who have formulated a long term goal of an accurately modelled interpretation of this truly magnificent cold-war era British strike aircraft. This module will be available to the whole DCS community for no cost. The aircraft is currently in an early state of development, but the 3D external modelling, animation and texturing work is almost completed. The Simple Flight Model is undergoing development and testing at this time. We plan a staged release to make sure that as many users as possible can enjoy this project; once development of the SFM is completed we will release the aircraft to the community utilising an existing DCS avionics and cockpit solution to allow it to be flown within the DCS environment and to allow all users to provide testing and feedback. Development will continue in the background on an accurately modelled 3D cockpit, customised systems and accurate weapon loads - of course, all within the confines of a simulated environment. Eventually, we hope to be able to provide an External Flight Model, Advanced Systems Modelling and Custom Weapons. We would like to openly invite members of the DCS community to participate in the BANA Project, we have a variety of roles available to assist in the development of this Buccaneer. We can't offer a generous salary, free healthcare or even a company pension - but what we can offer is a group of like minded enthusiasts to share ideas with and have some fun developing modules for DCS: World. Please contact me by PM if you would like to offer your services to us. Feel free to post any questions, queries, advice, criticism or ideas you may have for this module. We welcome them all with a big smile and an open ear!" Edited March 25, 2016 by tombeckett2285 "The only replacement for a Buccaneer is a Buccaneer".
Coxy_99 Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 Thank you what a great addition this would be to dcs, How far do you plan on taking this including making it pay-ware no brainer purchase , Looks nice :thumbup:
Jacks Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 (edited) I for one would love to see a buccaneer in DCS. I personally hope you guys can get third party developer status and access to the DCS SDK so you can create a full fidelity module with great functionality and possibly even dual cockpit. Good luck and I will monitor your progress eagerly. Edited March 24, 2016 by Jacks System Specs: i7 8700k @ 5.0GHz (not delidded), ASRock Extreme4 Z370 MOBO, EVGA GTX 1080 SC 8GB, 32GB Corsair Vengeance LPX 3200MHz DDR4 RAM, Samsung Evo 240GB SSD, Samsung Evo 500GB SSD, 1TB HDD, Noctura NH-D15S Heat Sink, Acer VE278H 27" 1080p Monitor, Ocukus Rift CV1. Controllers: TrackIR 5, Thrustmaster HOTAS X, Saitek Throttle Quadrant (with DIY removable collective mod), Saitek Pro Flight Rudder Pedals. Just trying to keep my number of takeoffs and landings equal!
Silver_Dragon Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 Interesting, follow them. For Work/Gaming: 28" Philips 246E Monitor - Ryzen 7 1800X - 32 GB DDR4 - nVidia RTX1080 - SSD 860 EVO 1 TB / 860 QVO 1 TB / 860 QVO 2 TB - Win10 Pro - TM HOTAS Warthog / TPR / MDF
uboats Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 interesting Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] My DCS Mods, Skins, Utilities and Scripts | Windows 10 | i7-4790K | GTX 980Ti Hybrid | 32GB RAM | 3TB SSD | | TM Warthog Stick | CH Pro Throttle + Pro Pedal | TIR5 Pro | TM MFD Cougar | Gun Camera: PrtScn |
joey45 Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 :joystick::pilotfly::thumbup: The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. "Me, the 13th Duke of Wybourne, here on the ED forums at 3 'o' clock in the morning, with my reputation. Are they mad.." https://ko-fi.com/joey45
Cytt0rak Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 tombeckett2285 what is your caucasus texture mod?
Johnny Dioxin Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 (edited) Well, I have the S1 and S2 from Flying Stations and a while ago tried the one from UKMIL. Any of those the conversion model you refer to? The Flying Station ones are works of art and a joy to fly. Sorry, though - exterior models with existing cockpits fitted are a real turn off for me. Looking forward to the full monty, though :thumbup: PS - if you need any voice acting for missions, training or anything else - look no further! Samples on request :) Edited March 24, 2016 by Brixmis 1 Rig: Asus TUF GAMING B650-PLUS; Ryzen 7800X3D ; 64GB DDR5 5600; RTX 4080; VPC T50 CM2 HOTAS; Pimax Crystal Light I'm learning to fly - but I ain't got wings With my head in VR - it's the next best thing!
crazyeddie Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 Had a ride in a Royal Navy version a few times, anyone needing advice on how not to throw up in your facemask, just ask, I know all about cleaning it up !! Nice, look forward to it.
Aginor Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 Good luck, guys! DCSW weapons cheat sheet speed cheat sheet
gospadin Posted March 24, 2016 Posted March 24, 2016 Good luck! My liveries, mods, and missions for DCS:World M-2000C English Cockpit | Extra Beacons Mod | Nav Kneeboard | Community A-4E
Sweep Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 Wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooot! Lord of Salt
AG-51_Razor Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 This will be awesome to fly off the boat!! :pilotfly: [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
NeilWillis Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 Beautiful. Excellent news, thanks guys, and good luck with the project!
Trubshaw Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 Good luck to you guys. An interesting development not only form the point of view of the plane but this sort of open community point of view. I look forward to meeting you in the virtual skies. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] TrubshawRN -=SHREK 94=-
LuSi_6 Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 take my donation :) :pilotfly: Warthog HOTAS, Saitek Pedals, Oculus Rift :joystick:
Airbuster Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 Nice work BANA Project team, keep it up! DCS World needs more British jets.
Capt_Oatcake Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 Way back in 1954 was a designer with an idea, he built a bomber stronger than **** and called it the Buc-ca-neer! Love the sound of this project! TF on, 200ft, Hard Ride, 420kts...Nothing better
ctguy1955 Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 Thank You so much for the great gift !!! Hope You have fun making it !
joey45 Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 Just need Ark Royal now. The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. "Me, the 13th Duke of Wybourne, here on the ED forums at 3 'o' clock in the morning, with my reputation. Are they mad.." https://ko-fi.com/joey45
JamieFLUK Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 My Dad was in the RAF used to be a Navigator in these out of RAF Lossiemouth. I'm going to see if he's interested in helping!
LevelPulse Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 Really looking forward to this aircraft, i sent you a PM. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Director | Team Coordinator ME-163B Project The DCS Modding Hub Discord PC Specs: Intel I7 8700k 4.7Ghz Gigabyte Aorus Ultra Gaming Z370 Motherboard 16GB Corsair Vengeance DDR4 3000MHz Ram 500GB Samsung Evo 850 SSD
paulwest84 Posted March 25, 2016 Posted March 25, 2016 yes please, would love to see this developed into a full sim
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