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DF-101 "Thunderer"

1,305 Deiaa  3.1 years ago
16 downloads

Features

My first detailed virtual cockpit!

Features a HUD courtesy of @PlanariaLab's amazing 1-part HUD, modified to suit the application of this particular aircraft. Check it out: https://www.simpleplanes.com/a/mm5VUK/1Parts-HUD_1-2

Main screen shows a variety of instruments, some of which are redundant. When a target is selected, it also shows the following:

  • Target distance
  • Rate of closure. A positive value means you are getting closer to the target, while a negative value means the target is moving away from you.
  • Heading-to-target. A positive value means the target is to your right, while a negative value means it's to your left.

Controls

  • VTOL: Flaps
  • Trim: Elevator trim
  • Standard aircraft controls elsewhere

Activation groups

  • Activation 1: Drag chute
  • Activation 2: Lock/unlock nose wheel steering
  • Activation 3: Extend refuel probe. Mounted on the port (left) side.
  • Activation 4: Open/close canopy

  • Activation 5: Landing lights

  • Activation 6: Navigation lights
  • Activation 7: Strobe lights
  • Activation 8: Anti-collision beacon

You can also use the switches inside the cockpit.

Enjoy!

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 37.9ft (11.5m)
  • Length 52.4ft (16.0m)
  • Height 16.5ft (5.0m)
  • Empty Weight 21,477lbs (9,741kg)
  • Loaded Weight 33,920lbs (15,386kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 1.987
  • Wing Loading 46.4lbs/ft2 (226.7kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 730.6ft2 (67.9m2)
  • Drag Points 4936

Parts

  • Number of Parts 236
  • Control Surfaces 12
  • Performance Cost 1,683