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Mark,
After getting my hands on her, I modified the aircraft.cfg and .air files for a C-3 configuration, the closest match I could find.
Weight was adjusted to the closest specs I could find...31,020 lbs empty, and 50,045 lbs fully loaded.
I also put the fuel capacity into an "overload" configuration...1,064.25 US gallons in each main tank, with 250.3 gallons in each reserve tank.
It helped the range out markedly, but not enough to be a cure for the real long-range missions in the "Kondor" campaign. Nevertheless, this newer model really adds an extra dimension to that campaign. It is a
major improvement over the old model, and you are to be commended.
With these mods, she no longer takes off "hands-free," but she still gets up without issues, very critical for the short runway at Vaernes, Norway.
I
love the exterior model details, they look very inviting to repaint, especially for the masters like Morton and UncleTgt.
I will actually be sending something your way as compensation I think you'll like.