DCS: AH-64D Livery Competition

[TN John Rambo]

Black Knights 202 Naval

Fictional based group of digital camouflage patterns. https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3322183/

[TN John Rambo]

Black Knights 202 Woody

Fictional based group of digital camouflage patterns. https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3322180/

[BIGNEWY]

thanks added to my spreadsheet. 

[EL_LEJI]

SKIN IFOR (Bosnia) US Army 2nd Squadron 6th Cavalry, based on real pictures.

https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3322206/

Real pictures:

[DonJosh]

7 hours ago, EL_LEJI said:

SKIN IFOR (Bosnia) US Army 2nd Squadron 6th Cavalry, based on real pictures.

https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3322206/

 

 

 

 

Real pictures:

 

 

hands down! one of the best. thank you

[BIGNEWY]

thanks added to my spreadsheet

[MrPat]

The Kosovo Force (KFOR) Apache of the US Army

Based on real pictures

 

Link-->https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3322137/

Edited May 4, 2022 by MrPat

[MrPat]

United Nations Apache of the Royal Netherlands Air Force

Based on real pictures of RNLAF Apache, reg. Q-19

Link->https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3322138/

Edited May 4, 2022 by MrPat

[71st_Mastiff]

On 4/26/2022 at 12:45 PM, Akiyama_Ykari said:

 

 

Created a battle-scarred surface for backup. I'm still thinking about the theme, I feel that everyone has already done all the Apache camouflage, so anxious ,It's my first time to participate in the creative competition, everyone is amazing .

 

missing 7th of 17th air-cav if someone can. station last was Ft. Hood if there still there.

[Bearfoot]

Nice ones folks!

Would love to see some fictional old-school-but-cool Arctic/winter dazzles too

[Megalax]

10 hours ago, 71st_Mastiff said:

download seems to be missing files?

Please explain.

[Akiyama_Ykari]

2022/5/4 PM5点43分，BIGNEWY说：

感谢添加到我的电子表格

BIGNEWY，I've been working on a Japanese Apache livery for 100 hours, and I'm in the final stages of polishing, but I have something I haven't done yet.

I don't know if I should do it. Each Apache of the JSDF is painted with a very distinct number.

If I did, it would appear in the game that every Apache would have the same number.

Should this be done?

[BIGNEWY]

5 hours ago, Akiyama_Ykari said:

BIGNEWY，I've been working on a Japanese Apache livery for 100 hours, and I'm in the final stages of polishing, but I have something I haven't done yet.

I don't know if I should do it. Each Apache of the JSDF is painted with a very distinct number.

If I did, it would appear in the game that every Apache would have the same number.

Should this be done?

I do not see a problem if you wish to. 

[71st_Mastiff]

On 5/6/2022 at 6:53 AM, Megalax said:

Please explain.

didn't know it was only PDF and a link, as I didnt update my browser to link pdfs or atribut it..

[dedlike.]

Am 7.5.2022 um 06:08 schrieb Akiyama_Ykari:

BIGNEWY，I've been working on a Japanese Apache livery for 100 hours, and I'm in the final stages of polishing, but I have something I haven't done yet.

I don't know if I should do it. Each Apache of the JSDF is painted with a very distinct number.

If I did, it would appear in the game that every Apache would have the same number.

Should this be done?

while i dont know how to do it myself, some aircraft have the option to insert a Board number in the Rearm&refuel,  maybe you could link the number to that so that anyone can put in whatever number they want

Edited May 8, 2022 by dedlike.

[chromium]

10 ore fa, dedlike. ha scritto:

while i dont know how to do it myself, some aircraft have the option to insert a Board number in the Rearm&refuel,  maybe you could link the number to that so that anyone can put in whatever number they want

 

AFAIK can't be done now, cause it's a feature related to the 3 model. Once and if the model will add this features, there are few countries liveries that might take advantage about it (i.e. Italian and Spanish livery also have tail numbers or vertical stabilizer serial numbers).

Edited May 9, 2022 by chromium

[lee1hy]

12th Combat Aviation Brigade

https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3322236/

 

thread seems to be quiet. I'll try to make it more activity

 

this is developed in Afghanistan 

I tried the new apache skin. Apache in Afghanistan in a tough desert environment. I think it was discolored while washing with water to remove dust every day

I adjusted the roughmet to create a metallic feel

 

 

Still trying to figure out why it was discolored to mint color 

 

thanks guys!!!

 

 

Edited May 11, 2022 by lee1hy

[LcSummers]

@lee1hy

First of all, its a stunning skin, well done.

Love the weathering.

A question: Do you plan to add some patches for the pilot and cpg?

 

Thanks

 

Edited May 12, 2022 by LcSummers

[Azza276]

Hey all, 

Submitting my take on the Australian Army AH-64"E"  It is based on the concept images released by Boeing Australia after it was announced that the Apache was being purchased by Australia.

Although technically not a current user, Australia will be by 2025. 

As this is not real at the moment, I do commit to updating the Skin once there are real reference images I can use.

I hope you all like!
AH-64D - 1st Avn Regt Australian Army (digitalcombatsimulator.com)

Cheers

Azza

[BIGNEWY]

Thank you for the submissions, added to my spreadsheet. 

[lee1hy]

13 hours ago, LcSummers said:

@lee1hy

First of all, its a stunnimg skin, well done.

Love the weathering.

A question: Do you plan to add some patches for the pilot and cpg?

 

Thanks

 

It is difficult to make because the texture coordinates to be patched are split in half.  patch has to include roughmet and normal (so its better looks), but it is a lot of file size because it is the entire pilot texture (20 megabytes) I think it can be made by changing the structure of the patch like f18

There is a USA flag on the top and a unit on the bottom, but it's very difficult because the texture of the pilot's shoulder is split.

[LcSummers]

Thank you so much lee1hy!

I am no skinner so i didnt know it but i am satisfied how it is now.

It was only a question.

Thank you for your answer and the outstanding skin!

 

S!!

[Fearsome-13]

Good day all,

I would humbly like to submit my attempts for the competition.

An adaptation of the 3 tone camouflage used on the South African Rooivalk... but applied to the Apache. The pattern was created to be as close as reasonably possible to the actual Rooivalk, with probably over 100hrs of time put in. Specifics of the camouflage were recreated using images of Rooivalk to ensure shapes and patterns were matched, given the dimension and shape differences between the two helicopters. Squadron badges on the exterior were created using a hi resolution photograph.

There are 2 schemes available:

The first featuring high visibility markings as if the type had just entered service with the South African Air Force and 16 Squadron (who currently operate the Rooivalk). The insignia were created for this skin as a combination of parts of old SAAF insignia with new. The pilots have SANDF Soldier 2000 pattern flak jackets and pouches, with high visibility squadron patches, and wings.

 

 

 

16 Squadron Early

The second is a 'late' service aircraft, where the sensor suite has been replaced (hence the change in color). The insignia were created from images of the current insignia carried by SAAF aircraft. The pilots still feature the SANDF Soldier 2000 pattern flak jackets and pouches, but now with operational squadron patches, and wings, there is also a tribute to 16 Squadron heritage with the image applied to the pilot's helmets (only visible from the exterior currently). The aircraft has some nose art applied, and has 3 successful strikes recorded.

 

16 Squadron Late

Rooivalk pictures used with permission from the owner

@BIGNEWYlinks updated

Edited May 17, 2022 by Fearsome-13
ED links added

[Aqil Huseynov]

3 hours ago, Fearsome-13 said:

Good day all,

I would humbly like to submit my attempts for the competition.

An adaptation of the 3 tone camouflage used on the South African Rooivalk... but applied to the Apache. The pattern was created to be as close as reasonably possible to the actual Rooivalk, with probably over 100hrs of time put in. Specifics of the camouflage were recreated using images of Rooivalk to ensure shapes and patterns were matched, given the dimension and shape differences between the two helicopters. Squadron badges on the exterior were created using a hi resolution photograph.

There are 2 schemes available:

The first featuring high visibility markings as if the type had just entered service with the South African Air Force and 16 Squadron (who currently operate the Rooivalk). The insignia were created for this skin as a combination of parts of old SAAF insignia with new. The pilots have SANDF Soldier 2000 pattern flak jackets and pouches, with high visibility squadron patches, and wings.

 

 

 

16 Squadron Early

The second is a 'late' service aircraft, where the sensor suite has been replaced (hence the change in color). The insignia were created from images of the current insignia carried by SAAF aircraft. The pilots still feature the SANDF Soldier 2000 pattern flak jackets and pouches, but now with operational squadron patches, and wings, there is also a tribute to 16 Squadron heritage with the image applied to the pilot's helmets (only visible from the exterior currently). The aircraft has some nose art applied, and has 3 successful strikes recorded.

 

16 Squadron Late

Rooivalk pictures used with permission from the owner

 

*I know that I must link to the ED files site, however I am traveling over the next 72hrs and once home I will update the links as I have just submitted to the ED files, so I can update the post. Please let me know if this is ok.

Perfect

[BIGNEWY]

On 5/12/2022 at 1:50 PM, Fearsome-13 said:

Good day all,

I would humbly like to submit my attempts for the competition.

An adaptation of the 3 tone camouflage used on the South African Rooivalk... but applied to the Apache. The pattern was created to be as close as reasonably possible to the actual Rooivalk, with probably over 100hrs of time put in. Specifics of the camouflage were recreated using images of Rooivalk to ensure shapes and patterns were matched, given the dimension and shape differences between the two helicopters. Squadron badges on the exterior were created using a hi resolution photograph.

There are 2 schemes available:

The first featuring high visibility markings as if the type had just entered service with the South African Air Force and 16 Squadron (who currently operate the Rooivalk). The insignia were created for this skin as a combination of parts of old SAAF insignia with new. The pilots have SANDF Soldier 2000 pattern flak jackets and pouches, with high visibility squadron patches, and wings.

 

 

 

16 Squadron Early

The second is a 'late' service aircraft, where the sensor suite has been replaced (hence the change in color). The insignia were created from images of the current insignia carried by SAAF aircraft. The pilots still feature the SANDF Soldier 2000 pattern flak jackets and pouches, but now with operational squadron patches, and wings, there is also a tribute to 16 Squadron heritage with the image applied to the pilot's helmets (only visible from the exterior currently). The aircraft has some nose art applied, and has 3 successful strikes recorded.

 

16 Squadron Late

Rooivalk pictures used with permission from the owner

 

*I know that I must link to the ED files site, however I am traveling over the next 72hrs and once home I will update the links as I have just submitted to the ED files, so I can update the post. Please let me know if this is ok.

Please ping me once the files have been added to the ED user files I will add them to the spreadsheet. 

thanks