... and to the Republic for Which We Stand ...

[nigel richards]

Just another plug for how great those '72 paints look.

I don't know what it is about smoothly faired radial engines with spinners ... Hawker Tempest II, Hawker Sea Fury, Hughes XF-11, and now XP-72 ... it's about as close to a fetish as I think I come!

And yes, am getting a real kick out of the fictional ideas. Most are plausible, all are thoroughly entertaining to consider. One nasty evil rewrite of history that's rolling through my head goes like this ...

"On 6 July, 1944, Republic announced its first successful foray into carrier-borne fighter aircraft, having beat the Douglas XBT2D-1 / AD-1 Skyraider prototype for the US Navy's long-range attack aircraft requirements with a navalised adaptation of the high-performance P-72. Then, in the very late 40s, as engine problems plagued development of the Westland Wyvern, the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm looked at Republic's A7D2 Sea Striker with growing interest ..."

Alas, no folding wing/tailhook, but a man can dream, right?

Anyway - progress shots look great, gang - looking forward to this one.

DL

Fascinating read. delta_lima - plausible angle re-RN Fleet Air Arm requirements too. I could go along with that.

The XP-72 seems to have the spirit of various aircraft rolled into one. At certain angles I can see the later marks of Spitfires/Seafires and something of the Blackburn Firebrand as well.

But as Duckie says; I have a fertile imagination, and it's got me into trouble more than once...

Quick Skipper, Tom, Steve... we'd better do a runner before we gets asked for wingfolds and skyhooks...

[tommieboy]

....... but a man can dream, right?.....

Hey DL,

Talk about dreaming, I can't believe Republic never came out with a bubble top version of the XP-47J......


Tommy

[Milton Shupe]

Hey DL,

Talk about dreaming, I can't believe Republic never came out with a bubble top version of the XP-47J......


Tommy

Well, had it gotten past a testing stage, they might have; but we did it for them.

[tommieboy]

Well, had it gotten past a testing stage, they might have; but we did it for them.

Thanks for the reply Milton, I was so tied up the the yellow nose XP-47J 353rd FS repaint, I hadn't notice the other models........

I guess what I should have more clearly stated, is that I was wondering why Republic never outfitted the bubble top P-47D with the front end of the XP-47J? It would have been an awesome looking aircraft. They could have called it the P-47 DJ.....

In any case, thanks to you and the rest of the team for all the hard work that you have put into these projects.

Tommy

EDIT...

I knew I saw this "what if" combo somewhere....

http://www.inpayne.com/whatif/whatif2.html

[Sundog]

Thanks for the reply Milton, I was so tied up the the yellow nose XP-47J 353rd FS repaint, I hadn't notice the other models........ I guess what I should have more clearly stated, is that I was wondering why Republic never outfitted the bubble top P-47D with the front end of the XP-47J? It would have been an awesome looking aircraft. They could have called it the P-47 DJ..... In any case, thanks to you and the rest of the team for all the hard work that you have put into these projects. Tommy EDIT... I knew I saw this "what if" combo somewhere.... http://www.inpayne.com/whatif/whatif2.html

It could be they were looking for all out speed. Some P-51 pilots stayed with the high back P-51B/C as long as they could before going to the P-51D because they preferred the extra speed versus the better visibility.

[Milton Shupe]

Just uploaded the final of the 3 Experimentals, the XP-72. We hope you enjoy them.

See it here when available: http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforum...=18562&catid=6

Nigel says the paint kit should be out early next week.

Have a nice weekend

[pfflyers]

Just saw the XP-72 pop up, downloading as I type this. Can't wait to unpack it.

Thanks to you and the team for these great models.

PF

[tommieboy]

Just uploaded the final of the 3 Experimentals, the XP-72. We hope you enjoy them.....

Ahhhhhhh.......the XP-72........

Can't wait to see what the painters do with this one! Should be a blast!

Tommy

[ian elliot]

Just took a morning flight over Singapour, has to be the finest bear metal paint ive ever seen in FS9, a wonderful gift, thanks so much Milton and
team
cheers ian

[Blackbird686]

This is great news! Can't believe that someone snuck the XP-72 out onto the service ramp, and I didn't see it coming. Can't wait to jump into her!

BB686

[aeronca1]

I knew I saw this "what if" combo somewhere....

http://www.inpayne.com/whatif/whatif2.html

I'd love to see the Israeli repaint!

[SOLOBO]

All models installed now... Really amazing 3D models Milton... Many Thank's again...

[djs1]

Over the dozen years or so that I have been flight simming, I have to admit to a strong preference to civil aircraft, as long as they have props and pistons that is. I can't start to count the hours put into the DC3 or a certain D18 (with a passing nod to another thread on here), and certain Avias with only occasional outings in anything military. I have the usual selection of Spits, Hurricanes, Lancasters etc., but unless in the mood they remain hangar-bound.
One aircraft seems to have changed all that!!!
I have no talent at all in even attempting to develop aircraft, just one of the many lucky people who benefit from those who have the ability and what must amount to countless hours of dedication and patience.
So, if I may speak not just for myself but also for everyone in my position, I offer sincere thanks to Mr Shupe and all his associates, not just for the latest offering, but for all the aircraft he has given us over the years.
Although in the UK, I am now a committed Republican!!!
David

[Sascha66]

Well, had it gotten past a testing stage, they might have; but we did it for them.

Hi Milton, what paint is that?

[Motormouse]

..

Quick Skipper, Tom, Steve... we'd better do a runner before we gets asked for wingfolds and skyhooks...

Please Mr can we have a tailhook?

Ttfn

Pete

[Blackbird686]

Get ready, you all... I'm about to kill another thread. Something I am notorious for LOL!

Perhaps a navy, carrier borne version of the Superbolt in the dark blue skin used by later versions of the F4U Corsair. I'm just sayin....

BB686

[Maarten -]

Hi Milton & team,

I had taken a little break from flying (had been painting two liveries for the CBFSim Heron instead, plus payed some attention to another interest: my family heritage). Now I have done some flying with the three super P-47s. Wow! They are real hot stuff. Quite a switch from the slow and heavy twin engined aircraft.
A first for me: trying to get into a spin with the corncob version (successfully), then trying to get her out of the spin the way I learned it in real world (glider)flying, using the pedals in the first place. No luck! Not a very forgiving girl. ;-) I'l really have to practise at high altitude. Fun!

Engine sounds are awesome. So are the textures!

Great work, chaps!

Cheers,
Maarten

[Motormouse]

And yes, am getting a real kick out of the fictional ideas. Most are plausible, all are thoroughly entertaining to consider. One nasty evil rewrite of history that's rolling through my head goes like this ...

DL

Likewise from The Times, 1972 " Guatemalan forces today invaded the British territory of British Honduras, the invasion was preceded by air attacks from the base at Puerto Barrios, using veteran WWII era machines, proving to be highly effective against the lightly equipped British Honduras guard force of Royal Marines"

http://img.wp.scn.ru/camms/ar/350/pics/190_1_b1.jpg


or the Brazilian...

http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs70/i/20...ve-d5dy18j.jpg


c'mon Nigel get painting!!


ttfn

Pete

Its fictional, Guatemala didn't invade, nearly did. BTW forgot to ask, do the textures work on all model versions for the relevant armed /unarmed models?

[Duckie]

By request, WIP...

Outstanding paint kit, Nigel!

[nigel richards]

djs1; on behalf of the team, many thanks for your good words.

Pleased to have another 'convert' aboard - happy flying!

[nigel richards]

Hi Milton & team,

I had taken a little break from flying (had been painting two liveries for the CBFSim Heron instead, plus payed some attention to another interest: my family heritage). Now I have done some flying with the three super P-47s. Wow! They are real hot stuff. Quite a switch from the slow and heavy twin engined aircraft.
A first for me: trying to get into a spin with the corncob version (successfully), then trying to get her out of the spin the way I learned it in real world (glider)flying, using the pedals in the first place. No luck! Not a very forgiving girl. ;-) I'l really have to practise at high altitude. Fun!

Engine sounds are awesome. So are the textures!

Great work, chaps!

Cheers,
Maarten

Happy flying, Maarten - your comments are much appreciated.

Likewise from The Times, 1972 " Guatemalan forces today invaded the British territory of British Honduras, the invasion was preceded by air attacks from the base at Puerto Barrios, using veteran WWII era machines, proving to be highly effective against the lightly equipped British Honduras guard force of Royal Marines"

http://img.wp.scn.ru/camms/ar/350/pics/190_1_b1.jpg


or the Brazilian...

http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs70/i/20...ve-d5dy18j.jpg


c'mon Nigel get painting!!


ttfn

Pete

Its fictional, Guatemala didn't invade, nearly did. BTW forgot to ask, do the textures work on all model versions for the relevant armed /unarmed models?

LOL.

Thanks Pete: these versions were a response to your interesting input during the last days of development.

Yes, all textures can be used for all models.

There is a paintkit out there for anyone wishing to take up the challenge (I'd certainly love to see some of the great ideas here come to fruition - including Fleet Air Arm variants). So the ball's now firmly in your court(s) Gentlemen.

As for me; full speed ahead on our next project.

[nigel richards]

By request, WIP...

Outstanding paint kit, Nigel!

Aha!!! Beautiful work Duckie, as always!

Meticulous eye for fine detail and always very believable concepts - looking forward to this!

[delta_lima]

Awesome!!!!!

Looks splendid, Steve. Many thanks.

DL

[txnetcop]

Milton you and your team have absolutely OUTDONE yourself! This is the finest freeware in my inventory of aircraft! Thank you soooooooooo much!
Ted

[Duckie]

Aha!!! Beautiful work Duckie, as always!

Meticulous eye for fine detail and always very believable concepts - looking forward to this!

Thanks Nigel. It wouldn't be near the looker it is without those absolutely awesome metal textures you have so artfully and skillfully crafted, not to mention generously given to us repainters to work (play?) with!

Please allow me to also add my thanks to those who have so kindly commented on the Republic Project as well as all those downloaders who wanted to take a closer look.