treeplante Posted January 18 Posted January 18 Will we see in future DCS: F-35 development the addition of the unique drag chute used by the Royal Norwegian Air Force? Would be super sick!! 4
Solution EchoOneOne Posted January 18 Solution Posted January 18 To enhance the versatility and realism of the DCS: F-35A module, I would like to suggest the inclusion of an optional drag chute pod. This addition would significantly expand the module’s capabilities, particularly for simulating operations by air forces such as the Polish Air Force on the soon-to-be-released Fulda Gap map, or the Royal Norwegian Air Force on the Kola map. The drag chute pod is an essential feature for F-35 operators operating in icy, short, or austere runways, which are commonly encountered in northern Europe and other challenging environments. Its inclusion would provide a more immersive experience when recreating scenarios that reflect these unique operational contexts. Importantly, there are no equipment limitations for integrating the drag chute pod in terms of the Block 2B configuration that ED is recreating. The wiring and structural provisions for the drag chute system are already present on the F-35A, meaning this could be implemented without significant deviation from the existing module’s accuracy. To keep it flexible and user-friendly, the drag chute pod could simply be added as an option in the mission editor under the Aircraft Special Settings Page. This would allow mission creators to enable or disable the drag chute pod depending on the scenario or operator being simulated. I believe this feature would greatly enrich the F-35A module and enhance its appeal to the DCS community, particularly those focused on detailed and accurate representations of modern air force operations. 7 "Once a dragon always a dragon"
MiG21bisFishbedL Posted January 18 Posted January 18 IIRC, the drag chute was for the RNoAF F-35 tender. I'm not sure if it's applicable to USAF F-35As, which is what they're modeling. That said, I'd treat it in the same way they treated the LITENING cheek mount on the Hornet. Also, they walked back the Block 2B comment. 1 Reformers hate him! This one weird trick found by a bush pilot will make gunfighter obsessed old farts angry at your multi-role carrier deck line up!
EchoOneOne Posted January 18 Posted January 18 4 minutes ago, MiG21bisFishbedL said: IIRC, the drag chute was for the RNoAF F-35 tender. I'm not sure if it's applicable to USAF F-35As, which is what they're modeling. That said, I'd treat it in the same way they treated the LITENING cheek mount on the Hornet. Also, they walked back the Block 2B comment. As I mentioned, each airframe is prepared for the eventual installation of a pod regardless of the operator's configuration. One thing that would need to be added is a switch. Btw. thanks for the information about the withdrawal from block 2B. 2 "Once a dragon always a dragon"
MiG21bisFishbedL Posted January 18 Posted January 18 7 minutes ago, EchoOneOne said: As I mentioned, each airframe is prepared for the eventual installation of a pod regardless of the operator's configuration. One thing that would need to be added is a switch. Btw. thanks for the information about the withdrawal from block 2B. You're quite welcome and you can repay me by providing the sourcing on that pod being an option for all aircraft in the fleet. I think I'd like to read that! Reformers hate him! This one weird trick found by a bush pilot will make gunfighter obsessed old farts angry at your multi-role carrier deck line up!
EchoOneOne Posted January 18 Posted January 18 Just now, MiG21bisFishbedL said: You're quite welcome and you can repay me by providing the sourcing on that pod being an option for all aircraft in the fleet. I think I'd like to read that! Sure, check out the 35's -1/-2 manual. 1 "Once a dragon always a dragon"
MiG21bisFishbedL Posted January 18 Posted January 18 2 minutes ago, EchoOneOne said: Sure, check out the 35's -1/-2 manual. Very official, then. Thanks for the reference. Reformers hate him! This one weird trick found by a bush pilot will make gunfighter obsessed old farts angry at your multi-role carrier deck line up!
MAXsenna Posted January 18 Posted January 18 This should be in the Wishlist section. As a Norwegian, I fully support it though. 1
MiG21bisFishbedL Posted January 18 Posted January 18 It's an option all F-35As can utilize, even, apparently. According to the -1 and -2. 1 Reformers hate him! This one weird trick found by a bush pilot will make gunfighter obsessed old farts angry at your multi-role carrier deck line up!
EchoOneOne Posted January 18 Posted January 18 1 hour ago, MAXsenna said: This should be in the Wishlist section. As a Norwegian, I fully support it though. It's in Wishlist section. 1 "Once a dragon always a dragon"
MAXsenna Posted January 18 Posted January 18 It's in Wishlist section. Sorry! I'm not myself these days. Sent from my SM-A536B using Tapatalk
ThePops Posted January 18 Posted January 18 The drag chute pod works like a wing pylon. It can be taken on and off in no time. Of course wiring and a switch has to be included if it's not there to begin with. https://www.f35.com/f35/news-and-features/the-f35a-drag-chute-system.html 2
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