A simple replica of the P-38, there are better replicas on here. This one aims to get close to the flying experience a P-38 offers while still remaining a simple model so that all platforms may enjoy it.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 42.4ft (12.9m)
- Length 31.6ft (9.6m)
- Height 11.0ft (3.3m)
- Empty Weight 5,444lbs (2,469kg)
- Loaded Weight 13,182lbs (5,979kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.151
- Wing Loading 51.8lbs/ft2 (253.1kg/m2)
- Wing Area 254.3ft2 (23.6m2)
- Drag Points 3475
Parts
- Number of Parts 45
- Control Surfaces 10
- Performance Cost 288
@Sunnyskies It has a few issues, haven't figured out the pitch issues yet, Increasing the pitch rate increases the issue so I increase the roll rate to attempt to combat the issue. Not a perfect solution. It'll take some time to figure it out.
This actually suffers from a slight instability when pitch controls are pushed to the stops. That needs fixing. You got the top speed just about perfect though. Stays right around 414 at the P-38's ideal cruising altitude of 15000ft. Also, The P-38 has a lower roll-rate, and a higher pitch rate. Another thing I noticed is you got the rotation direction of the propellers right. Believe it or not, very few P-38s on this site get that right.
@EdwardAbckman Good point, I figured I'd focus on flying dynamics and overall accuracy first though.
Modeling is good but a custom paint job goes a long way