Milviz F-15E «Tiger Lead»

[Skyhawk18]

The first livery for the Milviz Strike Eagle is the Mountain Home AFB«Tiger Lead»
Base colors and metal textures has been reworked. This livery (which is not finished yet) wears a tiger nose art combined with the memorial text; «9-11-2001 Never forget»

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[Bone]

thumbs up :)

[Carbine1]

Very nice work, outstanding detail in this.

Cheers.

[Skyhawk18]

Textures updated;

http://gunnarvm.com/F15E/MO11.jpg

http://gunnarvm.com/F15E/MO10.jpg

http://gunnarvm.com/F15E/MO12.jpg

http://gunnarvm.com/F15E/MO13.jpg

http://gunnarvm.com/F15E/MO14.jpg

[Scratch]

That is some fine work:ernae:

[peter12213]

Colours look wrong to me! 91st " Mad Hatters" flew by me the other day and they were the proper colour that purple blue colour, that looks like a D to me TBH! Awesome model just totally wrong colour for the E, Pilot and WSO are too small too imho!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUglfTKVaFo&list=FLXuV7q5auncs&index=2

[krazycolin]

Thanks for your comments. However, you may be mistaken on the pilots. They are exactly right for 5'11" tall males weighing in at 160lbs. And the plane is exactly the right size. 100% accurate to scale.

As for the color, there are many different colors of E. As can be seen on Airliners.net.

[krazycolin]

Thanks. (I think...)

[Skyhawk18]

When painting this aircraft, I have used several photos. The livery is NOT finished, and the base colors (among others) are still under adjustments. They should probably be a bit darker with a slight bluish/purple tint. But I have not seen these IRL, so I have to rely on photos

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[YoYo]

Simply beautiful :applause: :applause: :applause: !

Pilots are ok (woman):
http://www.aviationspectator.com/files/images/F-15E-Strike-Eagle-249.jpg

[peter12213]

Thanks. (I think...)

Just realised that was completely the wrong link what the hell was that it was supposed to be more footage, anyway can't wait for this and the pilots do look great it was just my drunken eyes last night!

[Skyhawk18]

Adjusted base colors:
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[JensOle]

Great work Gunnar! I'm really looking forward to get the Strike Eagle in FS.

[peter12213]

The new colours look great when you see then for real they are an increadibly dark bluish purple colour but what you've done is practically spon on for the real ones, looks great!!

[Naruto-kun]

Ill be posting some pics soon of the APG-70 operation in shortrange autoaquire mode along with the AIM-9M in action :icon_lol::rocket:

[Phantom88]

WOW,That MudHen is Beautiful!!:jump:

[Bone]

The new colours look great when you see then for real they are an increadibly dark bluish purple colour but what you've done is practically spon on for the real ones, looks great!!

Keep in mind that the Lakenheath F-15E's are a different color than most of the US based F-15E's. Also, F-15E's have been painted so many different shades of gray over the years, that Gunnar could paint this baby just about any shade and still be true to a real life scheme. Then there's the green paint schemes, from way back.....

[mal998]

Fellas, the plane looks great and so does the paint!

I've been wanting a good F-15 for a long time and this beauty looks to be a keeper.

I hope the flight dynamics match the model's good looks.

[Bone]

Fellas, the plane looks great and so does the paint!

I've been wanting a good F-15 for a long time and this beauty looks to be a keeper.

I hope the flight dynamics match the model's good looks.

The same guy who did the Milviz T-38 FDE, is doing this one ( Bernt/ "Bstolle"). The model fly's very well.

[fsafranek]

Keep in mind that the Lakenheath F-15E's are a different color than most of the US based F-15E's. Also, F-15E's have been painted so many different shades of gray over the years, that Gunnar could paint this baby just about any shade and still be true to a real life scheme.
That's exactly right. It's all subjective and depends on how the painter feels that day -- factory fresh or sun bleached.


Then there's the green paint schemes, from way back.....
Now you're talking!
:ernae:

[Naruto-kun]

Fellas, the plane looks great and so does the paint!

I've been wanting a good F-15 for a long time and this beauty looks to be a keeper.

I hope the flight dynamics match the model's good looks.

Theres more to this baby than good FDEs and a detailed model though :d

[mal998]

Theres more to this baby than good FDEs and a detailed model though :d

such as? you've lost me...please expand on your thought :-)

[Bone]

such as? you've lost me...please expand on your thought :-)

Many things. One of my faves is the on demand tanker that has a boom that swings left-right-up-down, along with in and out. It will track itself to the receiver aircraft once you fly into it's "tracking zone", and you know when you've hooked up by the "pop" sound and shake of the plane your flying.

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/1-7.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/3-5.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/4-5.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/6-6.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/7-5.jpg


Here's at quick look at how it tracks you:

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/12.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/11.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/117.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/116.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/10.jpg

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/85.jpg

[Bone]

...once you get close enough, the virtual boom operator will stick it in the refueling receptacle.


(sorry for 'jacking your paint thread, Gunnar. You'll just have to put in some more paint pics.)

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj299/theBone11/2011-6-14_14-37-49-696.jpg

[wilycoyote4]

"the on demand tanker"

Do you mean you make that tanker appear when you need it ?
And an automatic hookup occurs once inside a zone under and below the tanker ?

What is the rate of fuel flow? Any voice ?

A great simulation idea.

[peter12213]

Wow that's awesome will it work with other aircraft too?

[Bone]

Wileycoyote4:

The Milviz F-15E gives you the ability to call up the tanker when you want it.

The boom flys to you when you are in the zone and will track your position, and the inner boom retracts and extends to match your distance, and as I said it "pops" and shudders the plane you're flying when the boom makes contact. However, you have to fly the plane with a fair amount of precision once you make contact, or there will be a boom "break away", and that is a "pop" sound also. So, it's not going to fly the plane for you once you hook up, although that would be alot easier, lol. There is a tanker communication recording from the boom operator, and she sound kinda sexy. The recording is limited in scope.

As far as rate of flow is concerned, I don't know. It will add fuel to your tanks as long as you stay hooked up.


Peter12213:

I haven't tried it with another plane, but that is on my list to try. I have recorded the F-15E flight with a tanker call up, and then played it back. The tanker will let another F-15E under the boom while the originally recorded F-15E moves off and out of the way.

[kilo delta]

Wow...loving those AAR shots,Bone :applause::applause:
I guess I'm gonna need to brush up on my (non existant) formation skills :icon_lol::guinness::guinness:

[krazycolin]

This is only one, small, I might add, part of the depth and detail that this product will offer. More soon.

[peter12213]

That's incredible Bone!

[AusWilko]

Woe that is so cool, now on my must have list

[wilycoyote4]

Sorta reminds me of the tanker in Jane's USAF sim from about 2000 or thereabouts.

Very good screenys, Bone. :medals::guinness:

Looking forward to more surprises !

[Skyhawk_310R]

I think as this F-15E is further refined, and MilViz makes additional releases of information consistent with that refinement, that many people will be making direct comparisons to other simulator titles such as Janes USAF. This F-15E promises to expand the FSX envelope.

Ken

[noddy]

The paint schemes look fantastic.

[JAllen]

The updated textures are looking fantastic!! They make the plane look smoother and cleaner than the first ones shown in the other thread. Doing a great job of conveying the beauty of the lines in the Eagle.

This is going to be truly amazing!!

Jim

[Barnes]

My paypal account awaits for this - looks superb :jump:

[Creepy847]

Looks great... One question. Is the multi sorted out? Im strictly a multi flyer for most part. I love the T38, but was surprised to find out there was a issue. With that said I only buy birds that work in both single and multi.

I dont use Gamespy ever only direct connect for obivous reasons... So Im hoping that from here on out there wont be anymore overlooked issues with multi player ac...

R/S

Creeps.

[krazycolin]

MP works just fine... I think that you will find you can do more in MP with this bird than with any other (at this time...)

[MenendezDiego]

Multi works great with the F-15E: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwoBoNQtnBw

The only thing lacking at the moment is being able to see the other players munitions. I am not sure if this is being worked on, but I have asked for multi-player versions which will have stores already visible (i.e. an air to air version, air to ground dumb bombs/precision, ferry, etc.) Again, not sure if this will be implemented, but enjoy the video.

Regards, Diego

Edit: Keep in mind this video was made with an old build, so some things have changed (for the better)

[Creepy847]

Thanks for the reply and video. This will def be on my buy list... Bout time we had a decent full native FSX F-15E....

Creeps.

[Roadburner440]

I might add on the tanker bit that those who are skiddish need not be intimidated as there are 2 modes for the tanker. There is a regular mode (which is easier), and a pro mode which requires a lot more precision flying (the box you fly in is smaller). As Colin said though this is but a small part of the overall package. I am not precise enough of a flyer yet to tank though which is why there are no screens of it from me. :icon_lol:

[krazycolin]

Me either...

[MenendezDiego]

Here is another old video testing some air to air systems. Again, keep in mind this stuff is from an old build, and many things have changed for the better: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMv3zP4D_tU

Regards, Diego

[AusWilko]

I only have SP2 and no acceleration, how much will I miss out on?

Not interested in firing missiles as there is other sims for combat.

I am after a : start up - take off - fly - land - shut down in as much detail as possible.

[Naruto-kun]

Startups and shutdowns are done as per the TO. As for the rest of the flight....well lets see....well theres always the navigation system :d . Right now im working on the steerpoint entry/editing and trying to find a way to support multiple flightplan routes just like the real jet does. That however is a tricky b&^*ard to code. However Aim and Offset steerpoints are supported. Offset steerpoints are basically steerpoints that are offset by distance and bearing from a particular steerpoint. The Tactical Situation display is also being dealt with to cover this. As for navigation modes....there are 5 modes supported. NAV, GT, TCN, ILSNAV, ILSTCN. NAV is your main mode and steers you through the steerpoints on your flightplan. TCN....no brainer its for TACAN navigation. GT is ground track and if you have cross winds the steering cues on the HUD and MFD will guide you to hold the right heading to maintain a particular ground track regardless of drift. ILSNAV and ILSTCN are basically the same except ILSN displays ILS data and selected steerpoint data while ILST displays extra TACAN data instead of steerpoint.

So....all in all you will be well equipped to go anywhere in this baby in the same way that the real bird does.

[AusWilko]

Sold.. will buy on release providing it is less than 80 bucks, that is my cut off for all addons.

Do you guys take other payments than paypal cause my wife has taken over that account so I'm down to straight credit card.

[krazycolin]

Pricing will be under 80 for sure.

F1 accepts credit cards.

Acceleration will be required.

[n4gix]

Looks great... One question. Is the multi sorted out? Im strictly a multi flyer for most part. I love the T38, but was surprised to find out there was a issue. With that said I only buy birds that work in both single and multi.


Just for the sake of clarification, the multi-player issues have been fixed and will be included in the forthcoming service release, along with a number of other minor issues, and a host of improvements... :icon_lol:

[Creepy847]

Just for the sake of clarification, the multi-player issues have been fixed and will be included in the forthcoming service release, along with a number of other minor issues, and a host of improvements... :icon_lol:

Thx for the heads up.. Looking forward to the 1st SP...

Creeps..

[strykerpsg]

Colin,

What are the chances it will work with the VRS Tac Pack and FSX@War mod coming out soon? This one will be bought for sure, as I miss my Janes Strike Eagle III from the old DOS and early Windows days.

Matt

[krazycolin]

No comment.

[strykerpsg]

No comment.

Tease........but I interpret that as a potential "yes".....

Thanks for the HU.

Matt:guinness:

[krazycolin]

Again, no comment.

[Naruto-kun]

.....

[strykerpsg]

Hmmmm, scratching my head and manipulating the grey matter.....and reading the VRS forums. Perhaps, and this would be strictly coincidental, your release is pending the release of the VRS TacPack....that would make my millenium.

Matt

[Roadburner440]

Hmmmm, scratching my head and manipulating the grey matter.....and reading the VRS forums. Perhaps, and this would be strictly coincidental, your release is pending the release of the VRS TacPack....that would make my millenium.

Matt

It is not the TacPac we are waiting on for release. In fact the end release will not have native support for it (I haven't even seen the TacPac as I have been waiting on it myself for their F/A-18E that is in my FSX hangar). We have our own weapons system that was developed in house, and that will be with the F-15E... From reading VRS Forums over the last few months they will support other aircraft, but you will need to modify the MFD's, weapons stations, and such to support this.

FSX @ war though I am unsure as I am unfamiliar with this product. So I will go with Colin's answer of no comment at this time until I do further research. If anything other than our coding is supported though it will most likely come after the release in the form of a SP. We will not hold the F-15 release up for any external software that is coming, so don't have to worry about that.

[Naruto-kun]

Larry Zambrano and I are still working furiously on the navigation system as it is the most complex part aside from the weapon system. Also the FDEs for the missiles are pretty damn tricky as FSX does not support rocket engines so we are working hard to get their performance correct. No Super missiles allowed unless they are AIM-54s :icon_lol:.

So it will be released when it is ready. No sooner, no later.

[strykerpsg]

Steve,

Thanks for the reply...just generating an info op for the potentials of all the upcoming warbirds with interactive weaponry and the FSX@war add on to accompany the VRS release of the Tac Pack.

Here's the link to FSX@War: http://fsxwar.net/

I think it's a fantastic idea and not to beat the war drums, but between you guys, VRS, Razbam and others with their fantastic modern warbirds collection, droppable/deliverable ordinance and the graphic splendor of FSX, I can't wait.

Matt

[strykerpsg]

Larry Zambrano and I are still working furiously on the navigation system as it is the most complex part aside from the weapon system. Also the FDEs for the missiles are pretty damn tricky as FSX does not support rocket engines so we are working hard to get their performance correct. No Super missiles allowed unless they are AIM-54s :icon_lol:.

So it will be released when it is ready. No sooner, no later.

Naruto, Steve and Colin, First off, thanks for what you do within the limitations of an aging code and giving us some fantastic warbirds.

Will the RADAR works as it does in the actual bird, with terrain following and mapping modes?

Matt

[Naruto-kun]

I think I will hand over the weapon system abilities to Chris Dub....since he is the creator of it....Chris? I know you are out there somewhere....where are you?

[krazycolin]

Gah.... my people just don't know how to read...

obviously, my "no comment" comment went right over their heads...

So, once again, NO COMMENT. WAIT FOR THE PRODUCT TO BE RELEASED.

(be prepared to be impressed)

No terrain following and patch mapping is included in this version of the product.

[strykerpsg]

Gah.... my people just don't know how to read...

obviously, my "no comment" comment went right over their heads...

So, once again, NO COMMENT. WAIT FOR THE PRODUCT TO BE RELEASED.

(be prepared to be impressed)

No terrain following and patch mapping is included in this version of the product.


Sorry Colin, admittedly was trolling a bit, for all the right reasons and will await the release as patiently as I can. I guess your team is just excited about where your product status is so far.

I do hope you will consider trying to implement terrrain following in a future patch, and perhaps it can be ported over to the upcoming F-111. What a treat that would be! Can't wait to fly her when released.

Matt

[krazycolin]

We're probably not ever going to do a F-111. We sold the FSX rights to Iris and we do like to keep our word and our contracts.

We will, however, be using the code to do a bunch of other stuff... which won't be mentioned at this time...

[strykerpsg]

Colin,

Thanks for the update and know I have followed your developments from the beginning. I will be patiently reading the forums and watching your future releases while gone. No where on the AAA list of approved sights, but the pay is damn good.

Also, would love to see your variant of an F-111, should you ever venture back into the Century series. I too followed some of the Iris forums before they were hacked into and what they showed looked so close to fruition. Not trying to stir the proverbial pot between you and Iris, just a shame such a great looking model didn't see the light of day.

As stated earlier, thanks to you and your team for your fantastic attention to detail.

Matt

[MenendezDiego]

Attention to detail...especially the trivial details...that's my middle name :icon_lol:

[MenendezDiego]

Here are some photos from a hop wiltzei and I took tonight (this morning).

Wish I had taken shots of the takeoff and departure, but hey, cut me some slack :icon_lol:

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-24-45-405.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-26-38-324.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-30-0-380.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-31-0-310.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-32-31-277.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-33-48-851.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-39-1-911.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-40-18-337.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-40-24-475.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/2011-8-11_5-41-49-197.jpg

wiltzei did an outstanding job flying off my wing, and we had an amazing approach/landing. Can't wait for the video.

Regards, Diego

[wiltzei]

Here's live footage.

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[cortomalteseit]

this Eagle is promising very good things, since these shots and videos.
Looking forward to its release,
cheers

[MenendezDiego]

Here is another shot from some testing earlier:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6201/6037129002_646f667355_b.jpg

We are currently awaiting Gunnar's new textures :)

Regards, Diego

[Phantom88]

That video sold me!! Rack-Up at least 1 sale for Wiltzei!:applause:
Very nice flying,Question? What is that hissing sound I hear every few sec.in the vid?
THX

[Naruto-kun]

oops! an old sound cfg was used....we have better stuff ;).

[Skyhawk18]

«Tiger Lead's» sister - The (Tiger) Shark Mouth :icon_lol::

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[strykerpsg]

«Tiger Lead's» sister - The (Tiger) Shark Mouth :icon_lol::

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Absolutely fantastic skin Gunnar. Glad they've got you skinning her, as it looks stunning to me.

Matt

[MenendezDiego]

Here are some more shots.

I assume the lack of response is due to peoples keyboards being destroyed by drool :icon_lol:

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/6.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/3.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/4.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/1-1.jpg

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz262/thrustmasterhotas/5.jpg

Regards, Diego

[kcgb]

some shots of my own
http://i960.photobucket.com/albums/ae82/kcgb/1-66.jpg
http://i960.photobucket.com/albums/ae82/kcgb/2-46.jpg
http://i960.photobucket.com/albums/ae82/kcgb/7-19.gif

[Stickshaker]

I'm eagerly waiting for this bird!

[Skyhawk_310R]

Let me simply say it has been a real joy to work on this project. This MilViz F-15E is going to expand the envelope in FSX.

[ZsoltB]

When will it be available?

[Naruto-kun]

At this stage I cannot make any predictions. Right now I got a lot of bug fixing in various instrumentation and am still working on the steerpoint entry/editing system. Then there is still a bit to be done on the weapon system.

[MenendezDiego]

As a little update, I tested the MP air to air with a friend the other day.

Players (from my understanding :icon_lol:) will have the option to play for keeps, or play for say 'training'.

We have a little gizmo in the cockpit, that when depressed, keeps your aircraft from exploding in the sky. Forget to turn it on, and you'll appear as a flaming ball of fire to the other player.

Now let's say you don't want to play for keeps, you and your friend can both use the little gizmo in the cockpit, and say I fire an AIM-9 or score a guns kill on my opponent, I have audio feedback of a confirmed hit, and can thus call knock it off.

I am not 100% sure if we are going to implement say a smoke trail after a confirmed hit (like those TOP GUN propeller flying guys have), or if we will leave it as is. I will keep you all updated.

Currently (and here to stay), you can destroy any AI aircraft using the Air to Air weapons. In the next few days, I am going to do testing with other payware aircraft, and see if I can in fact make say the Aerosoft F-16C explode in MP (nothing against Aerosoft...just testing).

Will keep you all updated, and we'll post video soon.

One thing I must say, dog fighting with the F-15E against a buddy in MP is pretty intense. You're flying the plane not on the airspeed readout in the HUD (since you're likely to be padlocked on the opponent), but on the approaching stall horn...BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP (and when you've pulled too tight) BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!

It is a very...how can I say this...poopy feeling seeing your opponent closing on your six, knowing your energy is nearly depleted with the audio que of the BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP, but damn I have never had so much fun dog fighting in FSX!

Best regards, Diego

[Skyhawk_310R]

BTW: You won't be alone when flying this jet! We are working an AI and airbase package for the F-15E just as we did for the T-38A.

Nothing like a full ramp of F-15E's! These shots at Mountain Home AFB, ID:


http://www.kenstallings.com/images/MilViz/Mountain_Home3.png

http://www.kenstallings.com/images/MilViz/Mountain_Home4.png

And these from Lakenheath AB, UK:

http://www.kenstallings.com/images/MilViz/Lakenheath_AI3.png


http://www.kenstallings.com/images/MilViz/Lakenheath_AI5.png