tankerguy72
SOH-CM-2023
Update — the excitement is officially back.
I’ve jumped back into the S-2T project headfirst, and the progress over the last few days has been huge.
Right now, my main focus is building a more realistic retardant drop computer and emergency dump logic. I already have working tank controls that physically remove weight from the payload station, so after a drop, you can actually feel the aircraft get lighter in flight. But I’m pushing it further than that.
I’m currently working on integrating selectable drop quantities, including 1/4 load, 1/3 load, and 1/2 load options. The system is already working with the load flowing out smoothly over a 3-second window while the drop button is held. Release the button early, and the drop stops immediately. What's the point of having an airtanker if you cant use it?
This project is becoming far more in-depth than I ever imagined when I first started it, and I’m excited to keep sharing the progress.
I’ve jumped back into the S-2T project headfirst, and the progress over the last few days has been huge.
Right now, my main focus is building a more realistic retardant drop computer and emergency dump logic. I already have working tank controls that physically remove weight from the payload station, so after a drop, you can actually feel the aircraft get lighter in flight. But I’m pushing it further than that.
I’m currently working on integrating selectable drop quantities, including 1/4 load, 1/3 load, and 1/2 load options. The system is already working with the load flowing out smoothly over a 3-second window while the drop button is held. Release the button early, and the drop stops immediately. What's the point of having an airtanker if you cant use it?
This project is becoming far more in-depth than I ever imagined when I first started it, and I’m excited to keep sharing the progress.
