Pilotmario Defense Industries' latest upgrade to the powerful Renegade II, to ensure it is able to keep up with the latest developments. The longstanding issue of long takeoff roll and slug-like acceleration have been solved through the use of new flaps (VTOL DOWN) and the installation of the J50-5 Mk 2, an improved variant of the J50-5 turbojet, featuring the same power for increased acceleration and decreased fuel consumption. In light of this, provisions for drop tanks have been removed, although this capability can be fitted in the field if necessary. The airbrakes (VTOL UP) have been revised as well to accomodate these changes. In addition, range has been increased dramatically with the addition of a retractable refuelling probe (TRIM UP) in the nose. If missiles must be discharged at once, press (1). The cockpit has also been revised to improve aerodynamic qualities. Although many of its missile pylons have been removed, this is done to improve stealth and performance, reflecting how the type is employed alongisde other fighters. The Renegade II's Mk 81A radar was upbraded to the Mk 81B standard, allowing it to track up to 75 targets and engage 12 of them simultaneously. As leaders in defense, we ensure that we can provide the best equipment for the nation's best men and women.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Predecessor PDI Renegade Fighter II Mk 3
- Successors 2 airplane(s) +21 bonus
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 34.2ft (10.4m)
- Length 46.3ft (14.1m)
- Height 12.1ft (3.7m)
- Empty Weight 14,196lbs (6,439kg)
- Loaded Weight 27,682lbs (12,556kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 0.811
- Wing Loading 61.6lbs/ft2 (300.5kg/m2)
- Wing Area 449.7ft2 (41.8m2)
- Drag Points 3543
Parts
- Number of Parts 79
- Control Surfaces 8
- Performance Cost 436
Oh. Our Recce Hummingbirds do recon. Our only dedicated EW planes are Mk 4 Pummelers and Mk 3 Hummingbirds modified for electronic warfare are used for dedicated electronic warfare. The EW Pummelers, better known as "Buzz Birds", are employed with Attack Pummelers in order to jam MANPADS and AA radar. The Pummeler airframe was chosen since it was designed to accompany Attack Pummelers, and it made sense to use the same airframe. The Hummingbirds are employed to aggressively hunt for enemy radar sites, as they are much faster and are excellent strike fighters. This means that if engaged by enemy fighters, they are capable of defending themselves. Fighters and heavy bombers rely on Renegade II and Endurance Mk 2 AEW+C, which have secondary function as electronic warfare planes.
I also believe all interception is to be fast, regardless of altitude. @PINK
They it isn't meant to chase, EFs and high speed ReFs do the chasing. that plane is used for mostly recon and jamming radars. It can be used against slower fighters and bombers if necessary, currently I am working on a high attitude intercepter, meant for fast acceleration. @Pilotmario
Well, if you insist on flying low, meet Skysweeper ADS. They can engage and destroy low-altitude high-speed warplanes very effectively. You can't hunt Renegade II when they are literally flying higher than you. Don't forget that our jets can rely on AEW+C to intercept planes.
EDIT: I just tested the ReF(Stl)-15. You can't chase something that's literally twice as fast as you. Also, Renegade II is stealthier. @PINK
......I meant Renegade @Pilotmario
We don't operate the Maverick anymore. Had endurance issues and control problems at high speeds, and as an interceptor, was outclassed by the Dart Mk 3. @PINK
Yes, but the FL-16 was not able to obtain a missile lock as well. @PINK
@Pilotmario
However, due to the new upload limits, the ReFs and ADs have been left as mere save files. I have built many of the planes, but not uploaded the. We don't actually use swarm tactics, the FLs are for the most part, export planes . . . even though the Meerkat is the main fighter, it isn't for hunting stealth planes . . . more for simple logistics and deploy-ability (F-16s reason for success). ReFs and very well equipped EFs would hunt Mavericks. Most ReFs, 15 and up have 3 seats, (ELSM, NAVCO, Pilot), very advanced heat sensor arrays, and MAK-120 radar. EFs, make up the interceptor and stealth side of things, with many units in service. Most EFs are planed to have the slightly lighter FGG3400 radar, and the same infrared arrays, as the ones already produced mount.
Notes-
FLs in service+number in service
FL-15 (203)
FL-16 (1289)
FL-13 (134)
Expanding, however in testing this plane would zip past harmlessly, unable to get a missle lock. @Pilotmario
@PINK This aircraft has incredible performance, range, and stealth, allowing it to pick fights at its leisure. It's a terrible dogfighter, but this plane wasn't meant for turning Red Baron style dogfights. This thing was meant to reach battle areas quickly and stealthily before smiting planes at range with missiles.
As it turns out, the 2-seat nature and Mk 81 radar allowed it to function as a miniature AEW+C. This aircraft would be able to detect
This thing can go from 1000ft to 75,000ft in a minute.
There is no such thing as "too fast".
Your fighters are the deathtraps. Cheap and expendable. Relying on basic swarm tactics in order to win a battle of attrition, hoping to overwhelm PAF fighters through numbers alone.
Little did your commanders realize we have the ability to detect and engage fighters from very long ranges, allowing us to maximize our numbers most effectively. With our AEW+C, we can execute coordinated strikes without the need for ground-based radar. Your simplistic fighters will need incredible numbers in order to counter my air defense.
Questionable performance you say? Your FL-16, your main fighter, is capable of beating fighters like the Hawk, but not anything better. The Viper Mk 2 costs P$6 million, and is much faster, more maneuverable, and better armed. VTOL slider at 3/4 down and the Viper Mk 2 roasts the FL-16 by a considerable margin.
How big is your air force anyways?
This beastly plane, has questionable performance agianst frontline and mainline fighters . . . it is horrifying for intercepters despite its limitations . . . too fast.