For the AlphaSim/Virtavia freeware F-105D Thunderchief - we are a group of ex-USAF fighter pilots who enjoy the formation and tactical aspects of FSX/P3D in multiplayer mode. Our small group of real-world Thud pilots helped us modify the config and air files to more accurately replicate the real Thud in certain parts of its envelope. Examples: thrust curve now approximates the J75, and speed brakes have correct drag profile. For those of you who appreciate military accuracy, you can now fly the Thud on approach at 190 knots, dirty with boards out, and 96% throttle will hold. Or, execute the dive bombing profile the Thud used over North Vietnam - as those pilots did, boards out in a 45 deg dive from 12K, A/B in all the way (if the Thud was hit, A/B couldn't always be engaged - hence the hedging by engaging A/B early and using boards to maintain correct speed in dive).
One piece of tactical advice: the Thud is no dogfighter, but it is The Supreme Drag Racer. Unloaded with burner down low, nothing can catch it. Keep an eye on the fuel gauge, know where your tankers are.
We've also removed the clutter in the interior model for better sim forward visibility (who doesn't loath those crazy rear-view mirrors?) - look for that one to be posted soon.
"No guts, no glory."
