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NEW Realistic HUD for the Hornet
SpazSinbad:
I like JamesChams idea: perhaps 'to put the new HUD on the freeware T-45C Goshawk' (and even the Tomcat) by Dino Cattaneo.
Sludge, on the Goshawk with a bit of wind and carrier speed it would take FOREVER to carrier land! But one could have the time - if needed - to see all the variables at work in REAL SLOW real time eh. For example I like to use the T-45C ashore in a 35 knot wind straight down the runway (no low level turbulence).
neutrino:
--- Quote from: JamesChams on December 01, 2009, 11:49:59 pm ---Mr. Jivko Rusev "neutrino,"
I was, finally, able to install your HUD today and noticed that I had to edit the panel.cfg files for several additions. Noticably, I needed to re-add (to the 2D/VC code) several custom gauge statement including the 3D Redux shockwave lights with this statement:-
--- Code: ---gauge13=shockwave_lights!SW Lights_gear, 1,1,1,1 //shockwave light
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I am also using the Clear glass textures. Just wondering if there is any thing else that is missing from my install? I hear from SOH that there were AB texture updates, wondered if anyone know where to get them or would be willing to PM them to me.
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Hi James, there are probably some nice gauges out there that I left out, because I didn't have them myself. I just put the two standard ones that I knew many people use. A manual addition to the panel.cfg should not be a problem. I haven't tested the two you mention, but I am sure someone else here can provide more info if necessary.
--- Quote from: JamesChams on December 01, 2009, 11:49:59 pm ---Finally, reading the above post...
--- Quote from: neutrino on December 01, 2009, 01:35:06 pm ---...the autopilot cannot be used with the carrier ILS, because the ILS data available in the HUD is not available to the autopilot, unlike traditional land based ILS. Even if it was though, I don't think the generic FSX AP would be able to keep up with the moving carrier, especially if you start out at 3 miles. The real F/A-18 and other naval aircraft can receive signals from a system called Automatic Carrier Landing System (ACLS) which is based on the carrier. It sends pitch and roll commands to the aircraft flight control surfaces to keep the jet on glidepath. The pilot however should be ready to uncouple immediately if he senses that the system is not providing adequate signals and continue with a manual approach.
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Has this been tried with a custom AP rather than the FSX Default?
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A custom Autopilot, an auto-throttle or even ACLS, would be a worthwile addition to the Hornet. I've thought about it, but came to the conclusion that any of those systems would be very difficult to get right. More importantly, it would be difficult to recreate the equivalent Hornet systems, as there is no documentation of how exactly they work. In fact, even the flight model of the Hornet is very difficult to do, and I have to say the ACES did an amazing job there - the Hornet flight characteristics - such as AOA, speed, flaps, landing speed etc. - are almost the same as in the NATOPS manual. It's not fly-by-wire, but let's see how the new VRS SuperBug would behave ;D
neutrino:
--- Quote from: JamesChams on December 01, 2009, 11:49:59 pm ---PS: I would also like to add this to Mr. Dino Cattaneo's F-14D and T-45C; Any suggestions?
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I am working on that right now. As soon as I finish the tests, I'll get back with the correct numbers for the panel.cfg.
Sludge:
Spaz...
Ive put the earlier HUD on the T-45 and Tomcat, but not sure how it will translate to the T-45 and Tomcat. Hey, the best I can do is try, right?! Will get to work on that when I get a chance. Plus, I dont think the ICLS needles or TACAN SteeringArrow will work, as hardly anything works on the T-45 and Tomcat like it does with the default Hornet (ie, using the UFC and the MFD touchbuttons to select GPS, TCN, ILS).
Also, since Im am working on slowing up the carrier (30 mph top speed), and only 5 kts headwind, the T-45 should land a bit faster than it had previously, right?!
Sludge:
Ha... ask and thy shall receive! Ill leave that up to you Neutrino. Youre far more knowledgeable.
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