Upgraded Tyr, slightly larger wing surface area, modified tailplane (New design almost completely eliminates the pitch-roll problem and is generally more stable) Modified side engine cowlings (No Aerodynamic change, just visual). Notably less stable when using rudder. As before, pylons are on 1-4 from centre to edge. I reccomend releasing drop tanks (1) before using the cradft for races or dogfights, as the drop tanks have a major adverse effect on flight performance.
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 35.8ft (10.9m)
- Length 37.2ft (11.3m)
- Height 11.4ft (3.5m)
- Empty Weight 9,579lbs (4,344kg)
- Loaded Weight 17,281lbs (7,838kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 2.34
- Wing Loading 41.0lbs/ft2 (200.3kg/m2)
- Wing Area 421.2ft2 (39.1m2)
- Drag Points 2691
Parts
- Number of Parts 59
- Control Surfaces 8
- Performance Cost 368
@@SelectAKey Welp, as far as I know, drag does more to slow you down than make you turn worse - I'd actually think that drag on the upper half of the aircraft could potentially make you turn better, as that would be on the inside of the turn. On the other hand, I know for a fact that more lift on the main wings equals a lower turn time, working though the same way it lowers your stall speed. Then again, I don't know tons about aerodynamics.
The thing with wings they can provide lift yes. But at the same time produce more drag so it may not be helping at all
@SelectAKey Thanks for the tip. I would do that, but the added lift from the forward panels covering the side engines provides extra lift, which helps it maneuver better. While it doesn't look quite as good, it flies better, which is usually my main goal. I might try switching the side ones, though, see if it makes the rudder movement any more or less stable.
When pitching hard the wings shift and the internal engines are visible. Try using structural panels to prevent this. Otherwise excellent simple build.