RAZBAM Flight Club

[Warhawk1130]

RAZBAM Flight club VMilitary operations this saturday at 0800 pacific time. We will be flying in the dedicated server, so make sure you have FShost and teamspeak. If you downloaded an installed the required addons from the website, we will also be doing some relaxed case 1 approaches to the Nimitz.

Training will be specifically tailored for the RAZBAM A-7E and I will cover FAM (Instrument and flight familiarization) then we will do a NAVEX (navigational excersize utilizing the INS) and then on to the ship for a case 1 approach where you will learn about flying in a case 1 pattern/approach.

Take off from NAS Lemoore and fly to NAS Alameda. After a brief stop over we will then get airborne and fly to the ship which will be off the coast of Pismo Beach. I hope to see some new students there...this will be the place to be if you don't wanna read the manual and get up to speed quickly on the basic operation of the A-7 corsair.

Itinerary;

0800 to 0900 - FAM
0900 to 0930 - NAVEX to Alameda
0930 to finish - Case 1 approach to CVN 68

Those that want to fly the carrier aircraft of their choice besides the A-7 can meet up with us at Alameda at 0930.

This is tentative and subject to change as real life permits.

Membership/download links can be found at the RAZBAM/FSX Miramar website;

http://fsx-miramar.webs.com/

Hope to see you on the flight line at KNLC

[Navy Chief]

Just got registered. Thanks!

NC

[Navy Chief]

0800 to 0900 - FAM
0900 to 0930 - NAVEX to Alameda
0930 to finish - Case 1 approach to CVN 68



Just wanted to confirm......0800, NAS Lemoore, Pacific time?

Navy Chief:salute:

[PRB]

This looks like fun. I'll try to be there, VA-94 (default) paint.

- Paul

[Warhawk1130]

Correct, Chief, 0800 PST I will post FSTG server info on friday in the forums, but I doubt YOU need system FAM on the A-7 LOL. PRB, its a pleasure to have you, as well. Our A-7 textures are available to DL on the site, mine and scotts so you can see us. I have no problem making you a repaint to fly with us, just tell me what you want and I can whip it up in less than 15 minutes (any repaint I have already done)Just tell me what number/pilot name you want And I will get it up for download.

[Navy Chief]

I doubt YOU need system FAM on the A-7 LOL.....

But you would be mistaken!

I need all the help I can get! Oh, I can get the aircraft off the ground, and land easily enough. But the actual workings of navigation (proper navigation, that is) and operation of the various instruments?

That I am clueless about.

NC

P.S. My SLUF will be in VA-15 colors....

[PRB]

Must study AI Carrier features. I landed on the Nimitz (hot, fast, 4 wire, LSO was not impressed), but couldn't figure out how to get shot off the cat. I taxied to CAT2, put the lauch bar down, then I'm stuck. I think it's an FSX thing, and maybe not an AI Carriers thing. Probably out to grab the NATOPS too... :)

[PRB]

Correct, Chief, 0800 PST I will post FSTG server info on friday in the forums, but I doubt YOU need system FAM on the A-7 LOL. PRB, its a pleasure to have you, as well. Our A-7 textures are available to DL on the site, mine and scotts so you can see us. I have no problem making you a repaint to fly with us, just tell me what you want and I can whip it up in less than 15 minutes (any repaint I have already done)Just tell me what number/pilot name you want And I will get it up for download.

Thanks WH. I'll think about what I'd like. I did the VA-94 paint that comes with the RAZBAM ship. Ron touched it up a bit, added some smudges and stuff, but I kind of like it, and may stick with that one. I'll go over to the site and get the VA-97 paints.

[Navy Chief]

I wish there was a way to get the carrier to show up in "instant replay". Am sure there are third party freeware programs, etc... that would do it. But the Instant Replay is so much easier. Right there on the drop down menu.

I trapped (more or less...heh, heh). And would have enjoyed watching my approach in a replay. My settings are so FSX does not detect crashes. Reason for me, at least, is I don't like waiting for FSX to restart the flight. Takes too much time. NC

[PRB]

Hey Pete, we're going to make the Air Boss's hair turn gray when we get there! :icon_lol:

[Navy Chief]

Hey Pete, we're going to make the Air Boss's hair turn gray when we get there! :icon_lol:


Well, I know my traps will! I have a real difficult time keeping from landing too fast, and diving for the deck. Oh, I catch the wire and all, but it ain't pretty. I suppose with enough practice that will change. The acceleration of the A-7E isn't exactly on par with other same period aircraft. From what I've seen, when you advance the throttle, there's definitely a delay before the rpms are translated into speed.... That isn't cool when the meatball is in sight.....

NC

[Warhawk1130]

PRB,

You must be within 1 meter of the shuttle on the cat, make sure parking brakes on then hit Shift+I which will put the launchbar into the shuttle..the JBD will then come up automatically

When you are ready, do your wipeout...make sure flaps down and then hit shift+spacebar to make a CAT stroke...

For a great, comprehensive guide to all about the FSX nimitz/ike, this is a MUST read!

http://nikkiwaif.tripod.com/index-2.html

[Warhawk1130]

But you would be mistaken!

I need all the help I can get! Oh, I can get the aircraft off the ground, and land easily enough. But the actual workings of navigation (proper navigation, that is) and operation of the various instruments?

That I am clueless about.

NC

P.S. My SLUF will be in VA-15 colors....

I will have you in the know within an hour, guaranteed!

[Warhawk1130]

OH, and to all that are wondering...yes, our site is highly endorsed by RAZBAM head honcho, Ron Zambrano himself! He was all for it.

[Navy Chief]

OH, and to all that are wondering...yes, our site is highly endorsed by RAZBAM head honcho, Ron Zambrano himself! He was all for it.

Ron, it would be cool if you joined us for some flying. I literally cannot remember the last time you and I did some MP.

Pete

[Warhawk1130]

Ron flies? I thought he made Larry do all da flying LOL.

I am sure Ron will make an appearance one of these days.

[Warhawk1130]

Well, I know my traps will! I have a real difficult time keeping from landing too fast, and diving for the deck. Oh, I catch the wire and all, but it ain't pretty. I suppose with enough practice that will change. The acceleration of the A-7E isn't exactly on par with other same period aircraft. From what I've seen, when you advance the throttle, there's definitely a delay before the rpms are translated into speed.... That isn't cool when the meatball is in sight.....

NC

You approaching the boat with minimums, or you flying with aero 1ds with more than 3,000 lbs of JP5? ANything more and you will be flying in hot..It will take you 150 knts + just to keep you from sinking into the jet shop! lol

[Prowler1111]

Ron flies? I thought he made Larry do all da flying LOL.

I am sure Ron will make an appearance one of these days.

You kidding? i´m the guy making all the test flights!..and yes i´ll join you one of these days..maybe with something not ready for the public eye..lol

Prowler

[Navy Chief]

You approaching the boat with minimums, or you flying with aero 1ds with more than 3,000 lbs of JP5? ANything more and you will be flying in hot..It will take you 150 knts + just to keep you from sinking into the jet shop! lol

That's it! I knew there was something I had forgotten about: weight. I only did the fuel adjustment thing a couple times in the years I've been simming, so didn't even think about.

NC

[Warhawk1130]

That's it! I knew there was something I had forgotten about: weight. I only did the fuel adjustment thing a couple times in the years I've been simming, so didn't even think about.

NC

Fuel dump....will drain all exterior DT's and the wing tanks. FOr Saturdays EX, we will NOT have any Aero 1d's on the birds. Pappy and I flew the same training route last weekend, did about 5 cycles on the ship and RTBed to Lemoore with 1000 pounds left in the main....not bad!

[PRB]

PRB,

You must be within 1 meter of the shuttle on the cat, make sure parking brakes on then hit Shift+I which will put the launchbar into the shuttle..the JBD will then come up automatically

When you are ready, do your wipeout...make sure flaps down and then hit shift+spacebar to make a CAT stroke...

For a great, comprehensive guide to all about the FSX nimitz/ike, this is a MUST read!

http://nikkiwaif.tripod.com/index-2.html

That did it, thanks WH.

[Warhawk1130]

That did it, thanks WH.


Anything for a shipmate ;)

[strikehawk]

Just to let you all know that I will more than likely be the controller for this event, at any rate as I am an Admin on the host server I'll be "riding shotgun" to keep the airspace clear. I'm also a member of the flight club and for some reason the "Gunner" too, go figure, thanks Rich now I guess I'm working fo you this time around.:salute:

[Navy Chief]

Gotta make a run to the hardware store to get some velcro tie-downs, or my controllers won't stay in place. Not good when you are in the groove for a trap!!!!

See y'all at 11 (my time, Eastern time)........ NC

[PRB]

Oops, sorry I missed this. Was outside mowing grass and trimming trees and the time sort of got away from me!

[Warhawk1130]

Oops, sorry I missed this. Was outside mowing grass and trimming trees and the time sort of got away from me!

Too bad, you missed 2 of Pete's errmmm...problems, plus some first rate instrument FAM on the A-7....next time....muuuuhuuuhuuhahahahahahahahahaaaa!!!

[Navy Chief]

Too bad, you missed 2 of Pete's errmmm...problems, plus some first rate instrument FAM on the A-7....next time....muuuuhuuuhuuhahahahahahahahahaaaa!!!

Problems? Engine shut down, bounce off water, engine running again, no problems!

Ahh, the miracles in flight simulation, eh?

Enjoyed it. So much to learn...

NC

[Warhawk1130]

Problems? Engine shut down, bounce off water, engine running again, no problems!

Ahh, the miracles in flight simulation, eh?

Enjoyed it. So much to learn...

NC


Don't forget the velcro!

[Navy Chief]

Don't forget the velcro!


Yep. Without those velcro straps, my controllers wouldn't stay put! Pete

[Warhawk1130]

Yep. Without those velcro straps, my controllers wouldn't stay put! Pete


Ohhh...is that what you are using on your "joystick" in your old age...hmmm...what will they think of next!?

[Navy Chief]

Ohhh...is that what you are using on your "joystick" in your old age...hmmm...what will they think of next!?

Shipmate, give an old Chief a break! You'll be my age before you know it!

[JIMJAM]

Sounds like a good time!
Well I broke down and bought the Razbam A7 Volumn 3. I love old warbirds but do not have many jets. My overall first impression is its a mature well done aircraft but I am having some issues. First off it nuked my pulldown addons menu taking me 30 minutes of googling to figure it out. Now I am getting some graphics spiking and sometimes the external model is black and moves around like a liquid.
The other issue is with a 50% fuel load I can take off and be at 400k at the end of a 8000 ft runway. My F-15 strike Eagle cannot even touch that!
The Razbam forums I came across were ancient. Where can one go to get updates,mods and overall up to date Razbam info?
And finally....... Any suggestions on another simular quality military warbird? Ive got all the A2a and other high quality prop jobs. Just need some good realistic jets.

[Walter]

Sounds like a good time!
Well I broke down and bought the Razbam A7 Volumn 3. I love old warbirds but do not have many jets. My overall first impression is its a mature well done aircraft but I am having some issues. First off it nuked my pulldown addons menu taking me 30 minutes of googling to figure it out. Now I am getting some graphics spiking and sometimes the external model is black and moves around like a liquid.
The other issue is with a 50% fuel load I can take off and be at 400k at the end of a 8000 ft runway. My F-15 strike Eagle cannot even touch that!
The Razbam forums I came across were ancient. Where can one go to get updates,mods and overall up to date Razbam info?
And finally....... Any suggestions on another simular quality military warbird? Ive got all the A2a and other high quality prop jobs. Just need some good realistic jets.

Lotus Simulations L-39. You will NOT regret it.

[JIMJAM]

Got it day one and you are right. Its still one of the best out there even at its age.

[JIMJAM]

Just bought the Convair fa201.

[Warhawk1130]

Shipmate, give an old Chief a break! You'll be my age before you know it!

Thats in 6 years...it will be here tomorrow!

[Warhawk1130]

Sounds like a good time!
Well I broke down and bought the Razbam A7 Volumn 3. I love old warbirds but do not have many jets. My overall first impression is its a mature well done aircraft but I am having some issues. First off it nuked my pulldown addons menu taking me 30 minutes of googling to figure it out. Now I am getting some graphics spiking and sometimes the external model is black and moves around like a liquid.
The other issue is with a 50% fuel load I can take off and be at 400k at the end of a 8000 ft runway. My F-15 strike Eagle cannot even touch that!
The Razbam forums I came across were ancient. Where can one go to get updates,mods and overall up to date Razbam info?
And finally....... Any suggestions on another simular quality military warbird? Ive got all the A2a and other high quality prop jobs. Just need some good realistic jets.

These are still the current forums for RAZBAM http://www.razbamsims.com/forums/

[Warhawk1130]

Next OP is this saturday (050512) from 0800 to 1200 PST. KNZY to KNUW via FALLON. Salt Wells and LAzy B are off limits on this hop.

[Navy Chief]

Next OP is this saturday (050512) from 0800 to 1200 PST. KNZY to KNUW via FALLON. Salt Wells and LAzy B are off limits on this hop.



Hmm, well that means a visit to both establishments are in order BEFORE and AFTER the hop! heh, heh.....NC

[strikehawk]

Salt Well off limits? Never! time to "acquire" the CO's rental van and head out to my favorite haunt. The Chief is welcome to join me, the XO can stay in the Q.:a1310:

[Navy Chief]

Looks like I won't be able to make the sortie tomorrow. Sister is down visiting from Indy, and have been talked into going off-island on errands tomorrow. I would MUCH rather be simming, but such is the case.

See yas next flight.

Chief

[Warhawk1130]

Looks like I won't be able to make the sortie tomorrow. Sister is down visiting from Indy, and have been talked into going off-island on errands tomorrow. I would MUCH rather be simming, but such is the case.

See yas next flight.

Chief



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[Warhawk1130]

OK...fridays will be free flight, saturday vmil ops and sunday WW2.

[BrittMac]

Never joined a vMilitary outfit because my time is pretty limited, thus my ability to be places at certain dates and times are kinda sad. I work nights in the U.S., and even keep my nightshift schedule during my off days. Oh, and I have one of those stupid two days On, two days Off, three days On, two days off schedules. Really, really sucks.

What I have never asked is what can I offer or take part in? Is there a place in these outfits for someone with a screwy life like me?

Just wondering. Any input on this would be much appreciated.

Oh, I have the A-7's and the 201. I spend a lot of time in rotary wing though. Jack of all trades, master of none!

[strikehawk]

More than likely we have a spot for anyone with a screwy life. Our flight schedule is a hop on the weekends usually on Saturday mornings. As I am Operations I will be planning other events as time allows and Warhawk is evaluating some software that would allow members to do their flight deck time solo or offline. If you have rotary time there maybe a dedicated C/SAR unit formed up in a couple of months. My advice is drink heavi..., sorry, that's for stress at work, go ahead and join us and see what you can work into you life, it should be fun.:cost1:

[Warhawk1130]

Gonna expect you this weekend, Gunner...real life events withstanding, of course. Post your puter specs!~

[strikehawk]

AMD A4-3620 quad core cpu

8GB RAM

NVIDEA GT520 with 1GB RAM

Windows 7 64 bit Home premium.

My only complaint is that my TS admin status for both TS2 & 3 did not xfer over to the new rig even though the software was left on their home drives.

I plan on showing this weekend barring real life raising it's ugly head.

[Warhawk1130]

Never joined a vMilitary outfit because my time is pretty limited, thus my ability to be places at certain dates and times are kinda sad. I work nights in the U.S., and even keep my nightshift schedule during my off days. Oh, and I have one of those stupid two days On, two days Off, three days On, two days off schedules. Really, really sucks.

What I have never asked is what can I offer or take part in? Is there a place in these outfits for someone with a screwy life like me?

Just wondering. Any input on this would be much appreciated.

Oh, I have the A-7's and the 201. I spend a lot of time in rotary wing though. Jack of all trades, master of none!

Sorry, I missed this, Britt...show up when you can...no problem..come join the fun! http://fsx-miramar.webs.com/

[Warhawk1130]

AMD A4-3620 quad core cpu

8GB RAM

NVIDEA GT520 with 1GB RAM

Windows 7 64 bit Home premium.

My only complaint is that my TS admin status for both TS2 & 3 did not xfer over to the new rig even though the software was left on their home drives.

I plan on showing this weekend barring real life raising it's ugly head.

No problem, Gunner...I believe I can reinstate you on both if I have to...gonna cost you though ;)

[Warhawk1130]

Sorry, I missed this, Britt...show up when you can...no problem..come join the fun! http://fsx-miramar.webs.com/

Thanks for flying with us today Britt...hope you had fun!

[Warhawk1130]

Great fun this weekend.

[IanHenry]

Thanks Warhawk for some excellent flights, it was fun, especially landing JustFlights Lightning F6 on a carrier!<o:p></o:p>
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Regards,<o:p></o:p>
Ian.

[Warhawk1130]

You are very welcome, Ian...always a pleasure!

[Victory103]

Nice shots, was someone flying the KC-135 online?

[Warhawk1130]

Yes we were!

[Warhawk1130]

TANKEX with new RAZBAM tanker and the free IFR gauge went off smoothly...I even got a real life boom operator to join the club and fly it for us during vMIL ops. This club is shaping up to be both busy, and fun! Both Friday and Saturday had me on ALL day flying...as it should be. Come join the fun!

[strikehawk]

This weekend is a planned STRIKE EX on the Fallon ranges. Full details are at the clubs website. Looking forward to more pilots and aircraft this time around.

[Warhawk1130]

Todays ferry flight using REX-E and AS 2012