FLIGHT MANUAL

READ BEFORE FLIGHT

Buttons

AG1 : Jetisson drop tanks / Master Arm (VR : M.ARM)
AG2 : Canopy (VR : CNP)
AG3 : EJECT (VR :grab yellow thing in between legs)
AG4 : Lights
AG5 : Storage/On deck mode (VR : FLD)
AG6 : Tail Hook (VR : HOOK)
AG7 : Refueling Probe (VR : A. R. P)
AG8 : Main Power

Others

VTOL Neutral : Wing Auto fold
VTOL > Neutral : FOLD
VTOL < Neutral : Flaps
(Stick Above Throttle)

Trim < Neutral : Catapult Kneel
Keep it neutral when attaching to the catapult and only put it down to kneel.
(Right Lever)

HEAD of PILOT and RIO are controlled by their respected cameras.
(Grab from butt to remove)

Weapons

4x Aim-9M
4xAim-120M
2xFueltank (bombs with bombscale 0.1)

CREDITS

Pilot model by Quartz05
1PartHud by PlanariaLab
Election seat by Atrocitum
Radar screen by Doomnolymo
RWR by Ku
Wing Vapor Trail by Tomcat114
Flight assistance guided by RestlessGalaxies 's guidance
Tested by MIGFOXHOUND31BSM26

Description:

The NASF-14A HELLCAT is the Ishikawan Defense and Offense Force’s (IDOF) premier naval air superiority fighter, representing the pinnacle of Ishikawan Aerospace Engineering's innovation and technological advancement. Designed specifically for IDOF operations, this variant surpasses its export counterpart with enhanced systems, improved weaponry, and superior performance.

At the heart of the NASF-14A is a state-of-the-art radar system, significantly more advanced than the export variant. This radar provides extended detection, tracking, and lock-on ranges, giving pilots a critical edge in beyond-visual-range (BVR) engagements. Both the AIM-120 and AIM-9M missiles have been optimized to take full advantage of this capability. The AIM-9M now features radar-assisted guidance, allowing for more accurate lock-on in challenging conditions, while both missiles boast improved lock-on ranges, ensuring dominance in the air.

The NASF-14A is powered by upgraded engines that outperform the original model, delivering a remarkable 6:10 improvement in thrust and efficiency. These engines, with their distinct blue-hued afterburners, allow the fighter to reach speeds of Mach 2 while maintaining exceptional fuel efficiency and reliability. This capability ensures the NASF-14A can quickly respond to threats and outpace adversaries in high-speed engagements.

Designed for carrier operations, the NASF-14A retains its folding wings, variable-geometry wing sweep, and advanced flight controls. The fighter also features precision systems to aid with mid-air refueling and catapult-assisted takeoffs, including the ability to "kneel" for improved carrier compatibility.

As the flagship naval fighter of the IDOF, the NASF-14A HELLCAT embodies Ishikawa’s commitment to maintaining air superiority through innovation, precision, and unmatched performance. It stands as a symbol of Ishikawa’s advanced military aviation technology and a testament to the nation’s resolve in defending its skies and seas.