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Pusher Aircraft Challenge [CLOSED]

302k WinsWings  2.1 years ago


Horton-MMXXII-Amerikabomber (Fictional) This plane got 7300+ downloads so far


Convair_B-36 Peacemaker, USAir Force, 1950s

I love pusher aircraft, so Let's do another one with them!

In this challenge, your goal is to build an aircraft with PUSHER Props; it can be a warplane or a civilian one, replica or fictional, it's okay. While replicas are preferred, feel free to make a fantastic (albeit realistic) fictional build! All contestants are allowed two entries max, in case some people want to make a prop and a jet.

Criteria:

Must have at least a PUSHER Props engine
Mixed propulsion like B36 Peace Maker is fine as far as it got a pusher engine/prop.
Minimum part count limit of 60. I want to make sure people spend time on their builds. I encourage you to research and inspire before building.
Must be submitted as a successor. Have a moderator do it, or just remember to download this post first.

Judging:

VISUALS - 10 Points

How good it looks
Livery (overall body painting, realistic colors)
Details (sensors, fuselage lines, canopy bars, etc.) and decorations (insignias, registration text, art, warning signs)

CONSTRUCTION 10 P

Custom elements (LG, weapons, interior, wing airfoil, controls surfaces)
Structural integrity (collision sounds/issues, disconnected parts, elements wobbling/bouncing)
Cockpit view
Nudging quality
Smoothness
Parts efficiency

FUNCTIONALITY 10 P

Plane Stability (auto-roll/yaw/heavy pitching)
Flaps/Trimming Presence and Functionality
Takeoff and landing, Ease of flight
Custom parts functionality (LG, Taxi, weapons,controls, interior controllers/instruments etc)

HISTORICAL 10 P -

IF FICTIONAL, THIS WILL BE DEVOTED TO HOW REALISTIC THE PLANE IS FOR ITS CLASS. AN AIRLINER SHOULDN'T ACCELERATE LIKE AN F-16.
Blueprint match
Specs match (dimensions, weight, speed)
Maneuverability (Turn and roll rate, acceleration, glide ratio)
Specific equipment/features presence and functionality (example: split ailerons for A-10)

IMPRESSION 5 P

Description info (Controls and features explained, Plane data in link or text)
Amount of effort invested in this build
Fun factor (how enjoyable was the testing)
Design choice

Awards

  1. 10 upvotes
  2. 7 upvotes
  3. 5 upvotes?
  4. Every reasonable entry will get 1 Upvote right away - (once I sported)
    or maybe I will follow you, and more and a spotlight if possible.

all posts must be a successor

Deadline/Ends Nov 11th, 2022 (Veteran's Day)

Please respect other players and do not steal; just try your best. Points are not that important, but this should be fun and making friends -

Have Fun!

Helpful Resources:

Definition: Pusher configuration

Pusher propellers are not new. It started in the early days of aviation with the Wright's brother's Flyer-3 in 1903.

"In an aircraft with a pusher configuration (as opposed to a tractor configuration), the propeller(s) are mounted behind their respective engine(s). Since a pusher propeller is mounted behind the engine, the drive shaft is in compression in normal operation.
Pusher configuration describes this specific (propeller or ducted fan) thrust device attached to a craft, either aerostat (airship) or aerodyne (aircraft, WIG, paramotor, rotorcraft) or others types such as hovercraft, airboat, and propeller-driven snowmobiles.
"Pusher configuration" also describes the layout of a fixed-wing aircraft in which the thrust device has a pusher configuration. This kind of aircraft is commonly called a pusher."
Wikipedia

Wright's Flyer, 1903 Pusher


Beechcraft_Starship (USA)


Piaggio_P-180 Avanti (Italy)


NAL Saras (India)

SAAB21 (Sweden)


Supermarine_Walrus, 1933 (UK)


MQ-9_Reaper Drone (USA)

all posts must be a successor

Deadline/Ends Nov 11th, 2022 (Veteran's Day)

World War 2 era, X planes, and fighters, with pusher props:

Kyushu J7W Shinden, (Japan)
Curtiss-Wright XP-55 Ascender, (USA)
Northrop XP-56 Black Bullet, (USA)
Volte XP-54, (USA)
SAI-Ambrosini SS.4 (Italy)
SAAB-21 (Sweden)

General Characteristics

  • Successors 12 airplane(s) +1903 bonus
  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 1.6ft (0.5m)
  • Length 3.3ft (1.0m)
  • Height 1.6ft (0.5m)
  • Empty Weight 551lbs (250kg)
  • Loaded Weight 551lbs (250kg)

Performance

  • Wing Loading N/A
  • Wing Area 0.0ft2 (0.0m2)
  • Drag Points 127

Parts

  • Number of Parts 1
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 4
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    302k WinsWings

    Hello Friends, I am so amazed about your work. What you have done inspires us; we have much to learn and exchange our knowledge from these works. It was hard to pick one as 1st, 2ns, or 3rd Place because each work is great in different directions. I put my honors opinion selecting as follows -

    1st Place:RJ Halocene A2 by @RamboJutter

    Realistic RAF marking, camo, historically resembling the actual situation (although it is a fictional one) - excellent wing folding and lots of moving parts. Very maneuverable plane with 900+ parts.

    2nd Place: EM-11 Orca by @FlyingPatriot

    This is an excellent example of a double-layer interior cabin and a modern "super cool-looking" airplane. Fewer details compared to others, but I love the concept so much.

    3rd Place: Henschel Hs P.75 by @AntonWings

    This is a great eye-catching design, one of the best landing gear assemblies to look up.

    Honorable Mentions: Piaggio P-180 Avanti by @MrAdhmGamer

    Beautiful plane, as well as one of the nicest flying one

    Honorable Mentions: MQ-1 Predator by @Souplane

    Nice replica- not only the appearance, but also the speed and maneuver.

    Honorable Mentions: [EE PPC "Twighlight Tadpole"

    ](https://www.simpleplanes.com/a/EtGmv4/EE-PPC-Twighlight-Tadpole) by @AquiliusEpic
    For some reason, this plane is not getting enough attention. Maybe it was a black plane on dark background. It is an excellent replica with a good historical background—nice flying aircraft with true-to-life speed and handling.

    I am going to vote for you all shorty.

    THANK YOU ALL for joining,

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    Lol

    11 months ago
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    1,299 PZLAgencies

    @WinsWings ok

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    302k WinsWings

    @PZLAerospacesAgency thanks. It was from Last year.

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    1,299 PZLAgencies

    If I had time I would join the challenge.

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    302k WinsWings

    @MrAdhmGamer Thanks, I like the way it fly, and very nice to control in the tight turns. Looking forward for the upcoming challenges.

    +1 2.0 years ago
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    302k WinsWings

    @AntonWings You did the great job. It was a hard time to pick one

    2.0 years ago
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    302k WinsWings

    @RamboJutter Congratulation! you did a great job.

    2.0 years ago
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    48.2k AntonWings

    @WinsWings
    Thank you for choosing my piece for third place! I am happy because I didn't think I could win a prize.
    This was my first time participating in the Challenge. It was a very fun challenge. I also enjoyed looking at the other participants' works that were submitted one after another.
    I look forward to seeing what the next competition will be like. Thank you very much.

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    @WinsWings Thanks =) first time i've won a competition for a long time. Thanks also for posting the results promptly. I look forward to the next competition.

    +1 2.0 years ago
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    10.5k Kassap

    congratulations for first and second and third places :D
    I enjoyed making Piaggio P-180 and it was fun challenge
    hope you make more interesting challenges next time

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    48.2k AntonWings

    @WinsWings
    Thank you!

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    302k WinsWings

    @AntonWings looks awesome. Good luck

    +1 2.0 years ago
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    302k WinsWings

    @SeeNoEvil two is good

    2.0 years ago
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    how many entries are allowed per person?

    2.0 years ago
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    48.2k AntonWings

    @WinsWings
    I submitted a piece to be entered in the Challenge.
    Henschel Hs P.75
    Please let me know if there are any problems with how to participate. I hope you like it.

    +1 2.0 years ago
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    35.8k Aarav

    @WinsWings thank you :)

    2.1 years ago
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    302k WinsWings

    @Aarav Looks nice

    2.1 years ago
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    35.8k Aarav

    @WinsWings I hv made NAL SARAS
    Check it out when you're free

    +1 2.1 years ago
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    302k WinsWings

    @MrAdhmGamer great. Can’t wait to see

    +1 2.1 years ago
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    10.5k Kassap

    @WinsWings good news
    P180 is nearly done
    only need some details and the cockpit interior and it's done

    +1 2.1 years ago
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    302k WinsWings

    @Sakorsky yes

    +1 2.1 years ago
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    29.6k Sakorsky

    Are push pull acceptable?

    +1 2.1 years ago
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    302k WinsWings

    @RamboJutter Welcome! - by the way I love your seaplane fighter: RJ Albatross 2 5.5

    2.1 years ago
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    @WinsWings I've got a build lined up for this, just sorting the screenshots and article, will probably post it tomorrow if i get a chance =)

    +1 2.1 years ago
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