Tornado 50th Anniversary | Tornado Development Progress | Screenshot Competition Last Chance

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16 August 2024

 

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, 

We are celebrating the Panavia Tornado’s first flight that took place on the 14th of August 1974. 

The Tornado was specified in response to the need for a versatile, multi-role tactical fighter that could perform equally well in high speed low-level penetration, reconnaissance, air superiority, and air defence missions. The collaboration between Germany, Italy and the UK, formalized in the late 1960s, was very ambitious and aimed to pool expertise and resources to create an aircraft that would serve multiple NATO air forces and fulfill varied roles. The multinational team worked tirelessly, overcoming linguistic, technical, and bureaucratic barriers, driven by a shared vision of innovation and excellence. AviaStorm have prepared a development progress report on the status of their Tornado for DCS. Please read the details below. 

Please note that this is your last chance to enter the DCS Screenshot Competition 2024 and submission will close on the 23rd of August at 15:00 GMT. 

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely, 

Eagle Dynamics

 

Tornado

50th Anniversary

On the 14th of August 1974, in Manching, Germany, the airfield roared to life with the sound of the Tornado taking to the skies for the first time. This marked the culmination of years of rigorous design and engineering efforts by three European nations: The United Kingdom, Germany, and Italy. The Panavia Tornado was destined to redefine modern warfare and aviation for decades.

The 50th anniversary of the Tornado's first flight was not just a celebration of a remarkable aircraft, but a commemoration of spirit, innovation, and resilience. It was a reminder that when nations come together with a shared vision, they can achieve extraordinary things.

Development Report

The last 18 months of work on the flight model has seen the inaccuracies of the transonic aerodynamics resolved. Aviastorm has worked on fully simulating the unique flight characteristics of all wingsweep positions. The module’s aerodynamic model is matched with a detailed recreation of the mighty RB-199 engines which also power the electrical and hydraulic systems. The team have also simulated the generator electrical loads and the hydraulic pressures required to move the flight control surfaces and other mechanical systems.

The modeling of the complex flight controls and Control And Stability Augmentation Systems (CSAS) is now the biggest task still remaining to ensure correct aircraft handling, ready for comprehensive flight testing. Accuracy is important to mimic the unique flight performance and characteristics of this complex variable geometry aircraft. 

The 3D model is also nearing completion and we are delighted to share these work in progress screenshots of the “First flight” Livery. For more updates visit the Aviastorm discord. 

 

Screenshot Competition

Last chance

This is your last chance to enter our DCS Screenshot Competition 2024. Don't miss out on the opportunity to showcase your skill and creativity with the DCS community and win fantastic prizes. Good luck! We look forward to seeing your incredible work. 

Thank you again for your passion and support, 

Yours sincerely,

 

[Slippa]

Come on Tonka .

[hannibal]

Just now, Slippa said:

Come on Tonka .

and willie wonka.. lol

[YoYo]

One of the most awaited modules for me! 

[Marshallman]

EPIC!!!!!!

[Beirut]

The F-111's jealous sibling. 

[Raven (Elysian Angel)]

The screenshots look very promising!

[Gierasimov]

On 8/16/2024 at 5:28 PM, Raven (Elysian Angel) said:

The screenshots look very promising!

Screenshots and trailers always do!