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Supermarine Spitfire mk.1a

18.8k Datom  6.5 years ago


Normal controls

AG5 for navigation lights
AG6-7 for eject sequence
(AG6 for eject AG7 for parachute)
AG8 for cockpit canopy
VTOL for flaps
Trim for Trim (that’s handy!)


Features

• Low part count (in terms of the spitfire)
• Functioning canopy
• Navigation lights
• Simple cockpit (rudders and control stick/yolk)
• Decals and roundels


Flight manual

TAKEOFF
• Flaps 100%
• Throttle 100%
(Optional) Wait till at 30 degree angle then set flaps to 0% (neutral)

LANDING
• Throttle ~15% on approach throttle ~5% on final run
• Flaps 100%
(Optional) trim 100%


Extras

• Thanks to MisterT who gave me advice on the cockpit and canopy construction

• Thanks to Deadly8Nightshade for setting the canopy pieces to no collision (I can’t do it myself because I’m on iOS) and a shout out to robloxweponco who did the same for me but was narrowly beaten to the upload by Deadly8Nightshade. Thanks to both guys for helping.

• Definitely my best spitfire model yet (and personally, I think, my best build yet). If people want to see the difference in my models through the months I’ve been on this site then the list is below :)

1st model
I also made an updated version and a Mk.IX apparently.

1.5th model Part of my Bomber Crew line so not really a full model...

2nd model and another Mk.IX.

3rd model and then in factory colours for a guy I used to know.

• 4th model - THIS ONE!

Turns out I’ve made quite a few models over the months...


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General Characteristics

  • Successors 3 airplane(s)
  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 46.3ft (14.1m)
  • Length 43.1ft (13.1m)
  • Height 15.6ft (4.8m)
  • Empty Weight 11,355lbs (5,150kg)
  • Loaded Weight 13,100lbs (5,942kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.076
  • Wing Loading 7.3lbs/ft2 (35.7kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 1,789.8ft2 (166.3m2)
  • Drag Points 10672

Parts

  • Number of Parts 281
  • Control Surfaces 6
  • Performance Cost 1,071
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    453 Thehiguy

    All I can say is beautiful!

    +1 6.2 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @AnOlympicWalnut Thanks very much! I think you’re correct with the rudder resembling a Yak-3 and the cockpit is a little thicc due to the wide main fuselage, the intake point is very interesting and I haven’t noticed it till now so maybe in a future version/update (yes more spitfires to add to the collection) I’ll fix it. Thanks very much for the feedback, it is greatly appreciated! Also I like your evaluation method, especially if I get an 8/10! :)

    +1 6.5 years ago
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    30.4k soundwave

    @Datom no problemo! Anything for the guy who helped get me to gold ;)

    6.5 years ago
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    @Mrjace22 Ah, well I’ll see if I can adjust it a little and make a separate model for you, have you tried to change the size of the ailerons (the control surfaces on the wings) and the size of the angle on the elevator (the control surfaces for pitch) hinges?
    For the record I’m just defining the terms for anyone who doesn’t know what they are :)

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @BaconRoll Haha Thanks, it’s in keeping to my old “doctrine” of low part counts! And thanks for the spotlight!

    6.5 years ago
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    30.4k soundwave

    Detailed AND mobile-friendly! Love it.

    6.5 years ago
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    Absolutely love this aircraft, but there are a few design flaws:

    1. The cockpit is a bit goofy. A little too “cartoony” per say
    2. The rudder kind of resembles a Yak-3, since it’s got curves but it’s thicker in length compared to the real spit.
    3. The middle intake on the bottom is a tad too long and too far forward.

    On the BRIGHT side though...

    1. Both primary wings and horizontal stabilizers are SPOT ON!
    2. Interior is beautiful!
    3. Body is flawless.
    4. The insignia and flag on the rudder are all stunningly well made.

    Those are my basic pros and cons for you. Overall, I rate 8/10.

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @Mrjace22 How come? When I fly it it doesn’t roll to the side when pitching like some of my early models, is that what is happening to you?

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @TheDepressedPig Thanks!

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @TheGuyYouMightKnow Thanks very much!... Do I know you? (Forgive the bad pun) *bad pun is bad

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @ThePrototype Thanks very much, it was definitely one of the hardest things to do!

    6.5 years ago
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    16.4k ThePrototype

    You nailed the wing shape

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @M4A4Firefly Thanks very much dud!

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @Tang0five Glad you like them I have a few more in the works and one that is very close to being uploaded ;)

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @AdlerSteiner Btw how do you make a flying wing because I’ve never been able to successfully make one before?

    6.5 years ago
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    53.2k Tang0five

    No problem, love these builds! @Datom

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @Tang0five Haha thanks for the spotlight and upvote good sir!

    +1 6.5 years ago
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    @RailfanEthan Thanks very much for the spotlight!

    6.5 years ago
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    18.8k Datom

    @AdlerSteiner Pilots have been scrambled sir!

    6.5 years ago
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    @ThePilotDude @AdlerSteiner @Serotrillion1100 Thanks very much! The best way I found to make wings is to shape a flat piece into the top view of the wing and then copy it and tilt to get the desired thickness, it’s the way I’m making my new stuff :)

    6.5 years ago
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    53.2k Tang0five

    Whoa, what a magnificent specimen!

    6.5 years ago
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    35.1k AdlerSteiner

    You nailed the wing btw. Good job!

    6.5 years ago
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    35.1k AdlerSteiner

    Leave your tea and tally-ho!

    6.5 years ago
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    Well it is a great aircraft, it deserves upvotes! @Datom

    6.5 years ago
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    Sweet beans

    6.5 years ago
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