Milviz F-100D is out

**Mach3DS** · February 18th, 2016, 06:19

Originally Posted by Tom Burnside

I understand that but when you see all these amazing models come out and like the Phantom and Hun and they dont have what I usually use and im sure others use it is frustrating because there is no alternative that can match it.

The HUN is not the Phantom. You have the ability and can learn how to navigate using tools that have been used for more than 60 years before GPS. It requires a little work, but when you're done you will wonder why on earth you ever relied so heavily on a little top down view of the world. When you learn to use classic navigation you engage the problem solvig part of your brain. Very quickly you will be able to get a clear picture of where you are. Try it! If youre already flying then you have the ability to learn something new! We believe in you! Plus, if your age says anything, you should be able to learn this better and faster than the rest of us!

And if you are uncertain we'll be happy to help you overcome something.

**Mach3DS** · February 18th, 2016, 06:26

Originally Posted by Jen

Maybe this one: http://www.727fs.dk/files/stacks_image_9.jpg

Soeren

Looking for this one. You can see the coat of arms on the upper vertical stab surface:

***falcon409*** · February 18th, 2016, 06:31

Originally Posted by Tom Burnside

I understand that but when you see all these amazing models come out and like the Phantom and Hun and they don't have what I usually use and i'm sure others use it is frustrating because there is no alternative that can match it.

Also no offense intended here, but why is the lack of a GPS or Autopilot reason for concern? There are pop-ups that can be added with very little effort. Can you imagine the F-100 panel as it appears now with a Garmin 500 smack in the middle? The days of having a standard GPS and Autopilot in every airplane are long gone and to expect that an aircraft that has been a WIP for as long as the Super Saber has would be released with what would have been viewed by the vast majority of people waiting for it as "cheesy". . . .well. . .no, sorry.

If you expect to have those things in future releases, purchase FSPanel Studio and learn how to make panel modifications yourself.

***hschuit*** · February 18th, 2016, 06:41

Originally Posted by 000rick000

WIP. 95% done. Just need that crown logo and unit number. And a couple of other small items.

What an awesome paint

Maybe this helps - Esk 727 F-100's did have blue patches on the tail, above the rudder:

**Mach3DS** · February 18th, 2016, 06:44

Thank you! However this particular paint, is taken from a color photo which is conveniently now not available anymore on Flickr. However the colors are correct as shown. If it helps narrow it down, the coat of arms color is Gold and Red in the photo, with the belt underneath in Gold. in fact, the photo still shows it operating with the USAF FW-221 unit number on the side.

Found it again...

**ZsoltB** · February 18th, 2016, 08:43

Originally Posted by 000rick000

Thank you! However this particular paint, is taken from a color photo which is conveniently now not available anymore on Flickr. However the colors are correct as shown. If it helps narrow it down, the coat of arms color is Gold and Red in the photo, with the belt underneath in Gold. in fact, the photo still shows it operating with the USAF FW-221 unit number on the side.

Found it again...

Great pics!

***Jen*** · February 18th, 2016, 08:55

Originally Posted by 000rick000

Thank you! However this particular paint, is taken from a color photo which is conveniently now not available anymore on Flickr. However the colors are correct as shown. If it helps narrow it down, the coat of arms color is Gold and Red in the photo, with the belt underneath in Gold. in fact, the photo still shows it operating with the USAF FW-221 unit number on the side.

Found it again...

Been searching a lot, but I can not seem to find other than this sqn badge. http://www.727fs.dk/files/stacks_image_9.jpg

But it looks like it differs quite a lot from aircraft to aircraft, and also over time for each individual aircraft.

Some had none at all, some had the badge on both sides, and others only on the left side.

They were called "the hammerthrowers" ( Thor`s hammer ), and I think the hammer in the badge, was silver, or silver/grey.

( if I haven`t misunderstood your request

)

Soeren

**Mach3DS** · February 18th, 2016, 09:00

THANK YOU JEN!!!! that unlocked it for me! I had no idea what i was looking at until you said it wad a hammer! Its silver wings and a hammer in the center on a red backdrop Thank you! Seriously, I can't believe how long I've been searching and combing through pictures and information to find this! Thanks again.

***Jen*** · February 18th, 2016, 09:20

Originally Posted by 000rick000

THANK YOU JEN!!!! that unlocked it for me! I had no idea what i was looking at until you said it wad a hammer! Its silver wings and a hammer in the center on a red backdrop Thank you! Seriously, I can't believe how long I've been searching and combing through pictures and information to find this! Thanks again.

You are absolutely welcome. I am totally happy, that you are making this version of our early F-100`s. Brings back a lot of memories

**n4gix** · February 18th, 2016, 11:33

Originally Posted by Tom Burnside

I understand that but when you see all these amazing models come out and like the Phantom and Hun and they dont have what I usually use and im sure others use it is frustrating because there is no alternative that can match it.

Tom, there is absolutely nothing preventing you from adding a "popup GPS" in your HUN (or any other aircraft).

**ZsoltB** · February 18th, 2016, 12:22

Originally Posted by n4gix

Tom, there is absolutely nothing preventing you from adding a "popup GPS" in your HUN (or any other aircraft).

Please working GPS values

***hschuit*** · February 18th, 2016, 13:20

Originally Posted by zsoltquack

Please working GPS values

All you need to do is copy the GPS popup lines from the stock Cessna 172 panel.cfg and insert them into the F-100 panel.cfg.

**StormILM** · February 18th, 2016, 13:30

For those who want to add a 2d popup GPS window, open up the panel cfg and add these lines in the proper order:
Window01=GPS
then:
[Window01]
Background_color=0,0,0
size_mm=456,378
position=8
visible=0
ident=GPS_PANEL
window_size= 0.500
no_luminous=1

gauge00=fs9gps!gps_500, 0,0

It will work fine, I tested it. Yes, there is an Autopilot but like most aircraft of the time, it is a very simple dual channel type with altitude and heading hold. There is a Beam Hold selection but as I've heard from relatives of mine who flew aircraft like the F-86 and F-4, the Beam Hold function was something they rarely to never used for a number of reasons. That being noted, you can climb and descend by hand then level off at the desired altitude and engage the Alt Hold function. It will hold altitude very reliably and when you're on course, simply engage to Heading Hold to hold course. Perform all the course changes by hand and using shallow standard rate bank turns. Bank too steeply and the resulting airspeed & attitude changes will cause dipping and climbing.

For vintage Navigation, using the TACAN with VOR frequencies is easy and generally very precise. To manipulate the VOR frequencies on the TACAN panel, first hit Shift+1 to bring up the transparent window, then placing the mouse cursor over the TACAN dial, simply right and left click the different sections of the dial to adjust frequencies(which will be reflected in the popup window). You can then (or prior to setting VOR frequencies) set the heading on your Course Indicator for precise course vectoring. The way I plot a flight plan for the Hun (and similar vintage models), I usually print off a map section or use a sectional and pre-write all the VOR and ILS frequencies on a piece of paper as well as the headings for each part of the course and desired altitudes. I set up the TACAN & course and then takeoff, flying everything by hand until I'm established on course and altitude (then engaging to AP). For changing to the next leg of the course, I first go ahead and set the next course heading and then plot my turn points to be on the inside of the course/turn before reaching the VOR (not overflying it) to prevent chasing the needle back & forth and to prevent having any altitude or attitude deviations or upset. The needle swing and re-establishing on the next course leg is very easy. With this model, it takes a good bit of practice but it will sharpen your skills considerably. I did also shoot a couple dozen ILS approaches (of course, all by hand). The needles and indications were very precise and deviations were easy to avoid.

***Duckie*** · February 18th, 2016, 19:09

Still have a long way to go in reworking the paint kit to get it the way I want, but I think I've about got the scorched painted metal on the diffuse texture the way I want it. Now for new camo pattern with soft demarcs, new diffuse alphas, speculars, and spec alphas, among other things.

Stay tuned for more WIP later... Lots of green and brown Huns out there somewhere!

**Mach3DS** · February 18th, 2016, 20:15

**Mach3DS** · February 18th, 2016, 20:32

**Scandinavian** · February 18th, 2016, 21:34

You guys are making it harder and harder for me not to get the F-100.

***findus*** · February 19th, 2016, 00:36

Originally Posted by 000rick000

Thx a lot! Awesome as always ;-) The Skyblazers will certainly look great,too ;-)

**hae5904** · February 19th, 2016, 00:37

WIP.........

Hank

**Tim-HH** · February 19th, 2016, 02:50

Originally Posted by 000rick000

What a beautiful repaint! Thanks a lot Rick

Greetings
Tim

***Duckie*** · February 19th, 2016, 05:13

Originally Posted by Tim-HH

What a beautiful repaint! Thanks a lot Rick

Greetings
Tim

+1 !

Great full for the talented virtual metal smiths working on this bird!

Edit: I really do know that "grateful" is the correct way to express the feeling, NOT GREAT FULL! However, I was overruled by this machine's auto correct, which is very assertive, and many times ignores my attempts to do the right thing! %¥€!?&@$!!!!!

**ejoiner** · February 19th, 2016, 05:37

Originally Posted by Duckie

+1 !

Great full for the talented virtual metal smiths working on this bird!

Looking forward to some VN era green.

***noddy*** · February 19th, 2016, 08:02

**Tom Burnside** · February 19th, 2016, 09:17

Originally Posted by 000rick000

The HUN is not the Phantom. You have the ability and can learn how to navigate using tools that have been used for more than 60 years before GPS. It requires a little work, but when you're done you will wonder why on earth you ever relied so heavily on a little top down view of the world. When you learn to use classic navigation you engage the problem solvig part of your brain. Very quickly you will be able to get a clear picture of where you are. Try it! If youre already flying then you have the ability to learn something new! We believe in you! Plus, if your age says anything, you should be able to learn this better and faster than the rest of us!

And if you are uncertain we'll be happy to help you overcome something.

Thank you rick.