Section 8 F-86

[dharris]

Has anyone heard how section 8 is doing on their F-86 for FSX? Been awhile now, and really like this one.

[SirBenn21]

Anyone?

:wiggle:

[Javis]

Been awhile and will still take awhile i'm afraid, gents. Good thing is that i've got my first native FSX thingy going but it's a Maam-Sim bird. The Sabre is lined up in sequence. There will be a major update for the FS9 version first though. Hang on to your O2 masks. :mixedsmi:

Cheers,
Jan

[dharris]

:jump:Thanks for the update. Just needed to know that she was still up for an upgrade. My favorite jet right now, can only imagine how much better it could get. Don

[Bjoern]

There will be a major update for the FS9 version first though.

A "Redo that whole FSX upgrade thingy" kind of update? :kilroy:

[Javis]

A "Redo that whole FSX upgrade thingy" kind of update? :kilroy:

No,no, FS9.The promised hardwing version, significantly reworked external, 3D VC radio set plus Canadair Sabre
sporting authentic RAF old chap and new handpainted camo/colored pack including layered Repaint kit.

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/hardwing10.jpg

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/hardwing11.jpg

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/hardwing14.jpg

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/cn1.jpg

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/cn2.jpg

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/cn3.jpg

Btw, i did do an 'All In One Go' version of the FSX port-over fix that you have very kindly put together for a few peeps who found it difficult
to master it.

Cheers,
Jan

[Javis]

My favorite jet right now, can only imagine how much better it could get. Don

Thanks Don,happy to hear that. Can't wait to get the FSX version going, better you bet it will get better ! :)

Cheers,
Jan

[dharris]

The screenshots look exceptional! Makes me glad I kept fs9 so I can use this, will waiting for the fsx version. Only problem I have in fsx is the landing gear gets stuck at 38% and have to reload. But if I don't try to land everything is fine! Need to get a refuel probe so I can stay up longer, and oh yes, a relief can. Best of it all, Don

[Bjoern]

Btw, i did do an 'All In One Go' version of the FSX port-over fix that you have very kindly put together for a few peeps who found it difficult to master it.

Fair enough, although the number of emails I recieived regarding the "Upgrade" was fairly low anyways.

Is that "all in one go" a "ready to go" portover version of the Sabre?

Now thinking about it and since I had a fairly extensive email exchange with you I could've simply just asked permission to do that portover version...silly me. :icon_lol:

[Tim-HH]

That looks great, Jan!! :applause:

I'm looking forward to the update :jump:

Greetings
Tim

[Javis]

Only problem I have in fsx is the landing gear gets stuck at 38% and have to reload

That shouldn't be a typical FSX problem, Don, will happen in FS9 too... Just get your gear up asap before reaching 185 knots and do not extend it either above this speed. Be quick on the flaps too. :)

Cheers,
Jan

[Javis]

Is that "all in one go" a "ready to go" portover version of the Sabre?

Yes,Bjoern, it's a ' Unzip to your FSX root and Bob's your Uncle' package. It installs the model, the fixes, the dds textures, even FSX thumbnails, and 5 paints. Not made public, only for people at our forum who specifically ask for an easier way to port-over our Sabre to FSX.

Most do very well with your FSX fix pack so the demand is not very high. :)

Cheers,
Jan

[Javis]

That looks great, Jan!!

Thanks, Tim ! I'll see you soon at the BTBT. :)

Tschüss,
Jan

[Pips]

That Sabre looks almost a dead ringer for the real thing, it's so beautifully made.

I was lucky enough to witness this past weekend the real thing flying, when the beautifully restored Temora Aviation Museum RAAF CA-27 Sabre took to the air for it's first public flying display in 17 years. Magic in motion.

The following photo's are from http://www.aviationmuseum.com.au/aircraft/raafsabre.cfm Check the News section.

[Bjoern]

Most do very well with your FSX fix pack so the demand is not very high. :)


Speaks for my "readme writing" skills. :d

[Javis]

That Sabre looks almost a dead ringer for the real thing, it's so beautifully made.

I was lucky enough to witness this past weekend the real thing flying, when the beautifully restored Temora Aviation Museum RAAF CA-27 Sabre took to the air for it's first public flying display in 17 years. Magic in motion.

The following photo's are from http://www.aviationmuseum.com.au/aircraft/raafsabre.cfm Check the News section.

Thanks,Pips !

Great to see the CA-27 flying again ! ( our Sabre model has a lot do with the CA-27, the photos that i used for VC texturing come from CA-27 A97-974 at the Classic Jet Fighter Museum, Adelaide, courtesy Warwick 'Wozza' Carter :)) Great video, bummer about the music at start-up... this was a good chance to hear ( and maybe use... ) an Avon being started...

Also interesting to see a Martin Baker ejection seat ( 4DSA perhaps ?....) installed rather than the much more common NAA F-86 seat. Would love to model that. :cool:

Initial preparations have been made for a CA-27 model, a.o. air intake enlarged and 6 MG's replaced by Aden cannons. Too bad there are only 48hours in a day.... :blind:

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/cac4.jpg

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/cac5.jpg

Work goes on. :running:

Cheers,
Jan

[Javis]

Speaks for my "readme writing" skills. :d

Hehe. No doubt! :d

cheers,
Jan

[Pips]

Luv the look of those Ca-27's Jan. Simply beautiful.

Your right about the music in that video. The start-up procedure is slow and rather drawn out - but the sound of that Avon winding up to ignition is ....... well it sent shivers down my spine.

By the by Canberra is only a couple of hours bike ride from Temora. If it would help I'd be happy to see if I could impose on the guys at Temora for any photo's of things you may need, or try and get a clear sound of the start-up of the Avon. Drop me a line by PM if I can help at all. :)

[Tom Burnside]

Where can I get the RAF livery.

[skyhawka4m]

Any word on the updates that were being done for this awesome jet?

[rdaniell]

Any word on the updates that were being done for this awesome jet?

Take a look at a thread started by me in June, 2012: "F-86 Sabre Jet" Sorry I don't know how to just post the link to the thread.

RD

[Tom Burnside]

Is this an update for the FS9 Sabre.

[rdaniell]

Is this an update for the FS9 Sabre.

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/sf86fsx_fixup.zip (http://sectionf8.com/f86files/sf86fsx_fixup.zip)

[Tom Burnside]

Isnt that for FSX or will it work in FS9.

[rdaniell]

Isnt that for FSX or will it work in FS9.

I guess I mis-read your request. :isadizzy: I thought you were looking for the updated version for FSX. That link is NOT for a FS9 model. I can't help you out on an update for FS9.

RD

[Tom Burnside]

Ok thank you is there anychance of of a repaint of XD779 for the FS9 version as I really like it.

[hschuit]

Ok thank you is there anychance of of a repaint of XD779 for the FS9 version as I really like it.

Download this file and you have the complete FS9 Canadair Sabre Mk.4 XD799 'A', 92 Squadron, RAF Linton-on-Ouse,1955:

http://sectionf8.com/f86files/f86hardwing_beta1.zip

[PHo17]

IMHO

This is "FSX general's" discussion forum. So I expect that we are talking here about FSX addons. There is another forum for FS9 discussion.

Pekka

[peter12213]

I only like the Australian CA-27 'Avon' Sabre, what a jet that must have been to fly! Two Adens and 7520lbs thust minus 400lbs for the engine change too. Cant wait to fly this! :monkies:

[DennyA]

Aw, drat, I was hoping that that file was the fabled native FSX F-86.

Any idea if that's still being worked on? (I run DX10, so the portover's not an option.)

Is it still in the queue, Javis? :)

[Bjoern]

Heh, I just found the source files for the -F on my HDD.


If anyone wants to have a go at it (and ask Jan beforehand)...

[EMatheson]

Small request, though, if someone does decide to complete the project - can you export an FS9 version as well? It was, after all, originally an FS9 project, so while I'm sure most of you desire an FSX native version, it would be nice to think of the... less fortunate, shall we say...

Edit: I am speaking of the Hardwing version. I had the great privilege to be on the beta team for the SectionF8 F-86E/F with slats and for the MAAM-SIM TBF/TBM Avenger from the same period. It's pretty sad that the other projects never reached completion, but I do understand that burnout happens - I know I feel that way after every semester at college! My request is that FS9 users be remembered by those who choose to use the source files to create or modify the Sabre for other variants or features.

[fxsttcb]

The original FS9 F-86E/F is available here: http://aussiex.org/forum/index.php?/files/file/3045-section-8-north-american-f-86-sabre/

Scroll-> Section 8 North American F-86 Sabre, Click, Download, Agree, The last page will have all of the files...Don

[Bjoern]

Crap, wrong thread. I didn't want to zombiefy this one. :blind:

[dhazelgrove]

Crap, wrong thread. I didn't want to zombiefy this one. :blind:

That's alright. We know where you live.

Dave

[Bjoern]

That's alright. We know where you live.


No, you don't.


(Spoiler: It's in your head. *Cough*)