skyhawka4m
Charter Member
To me its worth it because you are getting multiple models not just one like the Flight 1 Cessna just released for $50.00 US.
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Please see the most recent updates in the "Where did the .com name go?" thread. Posts number 16 and 17.
New P-51D Mustang - Little Friends
- Thread starter WarBert
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To me its worth it because you are getting multiple models not just one like the Flight 1 Cessna just released for $50.00 US.
Bomber_12th
SOH-CM-2025
Thank you, Kiwikat!!
Just a few more screenshots I wanted to share, before getting to bed for another early morning wake-up.
For a 'factory fresh' example to include in this product, we thought it would be 'unique' to accurately depict a P-51K-15-NT, as seen in a great photo taken from outside of the Dallas, TX NAA plant. The 'unique' aspect about it, is that it isn't in US stars and bars, rather it is prepared for shipment to the UK. The data-block stencil on the side of the aircraft, clearly indicates this, where it is written, "United Kingdom Gov't" (as taken charge of). The RAF serial code painted on the rear fuselage, is the same stencil type as used by NAA on the tail fin for USAAF Mustangs. The canopy fitted is of the late-model Dallas (slick-back) type, and the aircraft also features a very late-WWII era cockpit configuration.
Just a few more screenshots I wanted to share, before getting to bed for another early morning wake-up.
For a 'factory fresh' example to include in this product, we thought it would be 'unique' to accurately depict a P-51K-15-NT, as seen in a great photo taken from outside of the Dallas, TX NAA plant. The 'unique' aspect about it, is that it isn't in US stars and bars, rather it is prepared for shipment to the UK. The data-block stencil on the side of the aircraft, clearly indicates this, where it is written, "United Kingdom Gov't" (as taken charge of). The RAF serial code painted on the rear fuselage, is the same stencil type as used by NAA on the tail fin for USAAF Mustangs. The canopy fitted is of the late-model Dallas (slick-back) type, and the aircraft also features a very late-WWII era cockpit configuration.
Great work, I'm awfully tempted!! 
Cheers,
Mark
Cheers,
Mark
jankees
SOH-CM-2026
oh boy, an Iwo Mustang!
and I see you lost the exhaust shrouds as well! Great job!
...but why does it have to be more expensive than the previous packages yet again?
As Mark says, I'm tempted, but haven't bought it (yet)..
I already have one of the earler ones, do you get a discount if you do?
Meanwhile, put me down for a paintkit, John, I believe you have my adress?
and I see you lost the exhaust shrouds as well! Great job!
...but why does it have to be more expensive than the previous packages yet again?
As Mark says, I'm tempted, but haven't bought it (yet)..
I already have one of the earler ones, do you get a discount if you do?
Meanwhile, put me down for a paintkit, John, I believe you have my adress?
skyhawka4m
Charter Member
i'm in need of the paint kit also when its available.
a4skyhawka4m at aol.com
a4skyhawka4m at aol.com
skyhawka4m
Charter Member
I think with the new models and the new options its well worth it jankees.......the engine improvements, gunbays, engine shroud options...i love it.
I will have to wait as right now this pack and the previous pack are way to expensive for me as there is dearth of repaints for any of these fine aircraft. I am sure that will change eventualy when the often promised paint kits become available but at almost 50.00 for one (to me) interesting paint job it will have to wait.
SpaceWeevil
SOH-CM-2026
I hope this does really well - it's wonderful, clearly a labour of love, and deserves to be rewarded with good sales. I will reward it, when I can afford it. A small sweetner for loyal customers who bought the earlier WBS P-51Ds might bring that happy day a bit closer.
Thunderbolt
Charter Member 2014
Awesome 
Thanks John!
Bomber_12th
SOH-CM-2025
Some more Mustang 'impressions' for the day. : )
Bomber_12th
SOH-CM-2025
Exhaust Shrouds
The Merlin-engine P-51 Mustangs were originally produced with exhaust shrouds that worked to help aerodynamically stream-line the air flow over the exhaust stubs. Routinely servicing the Mustang, however, would often require the removal of the exhaust shrouds, which were fastened to an angular 'inner exhaust shroud', directly fixed to the engine. By keeping the shrouds off, it was one less burden on the part of the ground crew, and as such, were sometimes discarded.
A number of the historical P-51D's covered within "Little Friends", were 'modified' in this way, while others depicted, had their exhaust shrouds remain. Within the sim, whether the variant has them or not, you can always either discard them, or make them present again.
The Merlin-engine P-51 Mustangs were originally produced with exhaust shrouds that worked to help aerodynamically stream-line the air flow over the exhaust stubs. Routinely servicing the Mustang, however, would often require the removal of the exhaust shrouds, which were fastened to an angular 'inner exhaust shroud', directly fixed to the engine. By keeping the shrouds off, it was one less burden on the part of the ground crew, and as such, were sometimes discarded.
A number of the historical P-51D's covered within "Little Friends", were 'modified' in this way, while others depicted, had their exhaust shrouds remain. Within the sim, whether the variant has them or not, you can always either discard them, or make them present again.
Bomber_12th
SOH-CM-2025
Gun Bay Animations
When you open and close the gun bay, there is a specific layout of animations that correctly and accurately depict the real method for getting to the guns and ammunition.
-The first thing that happens, is that the locking-levers, on the forward gun door, are pulled up, to release the two locks on the door. The door, being hinged, is then pulled and pushed open, while at the same time a support rod is maneuvered into place to hold the door from falling.
-The next animation is that of the rear gun door, which is pulled outward, from the area at the rear of the gun bay, where the door slots into place. The forward end of the door features another lip, in which the forward gun door holds it in-place when locked. The door is then simply set asside.
-Next, the ammunition door locking-lever, found within the gun bay, is pulled upward, releasing locking screws that hold the rear of the ammunition door in-place.
-Finally, the ammunition door is pulled out, from where it is slotted into place at the forward-end, and set asside.
The entire sequence can be see in this original wartime short-movie, starting at the 0:54 mark. (Note that the ammunition door design is slightly different, being that of which was in use on the P-51D-5. Being redesigned on late P-51D's, it was easier to install and remove, than as shown in the movie, since it no longer had the extra slotted lip on the door's far side following its re-design).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyLXfuXhhaA
When you open and close the gun bay, there is a specific layout of animations that correctly and accurately depict the real method for getting to the guns and ammunition.
-The first thing that happens, is that the locking-levers, on the forward gun door, are pulled up, to release the two locks on the door. The door, being hinged, is then pulled and pushed open, while at the same time a support rod is maneuvered into place to hold the door from falling.
-The next animation is that of the rear gun door, which is pulled outward, from the area at the rear of the gun bay, where the door slots into place. The forward end of the door features another lip, in which the forward gun door holds it in-place when locked. The door is then simply set asside.
-Next, the ammunition door locking-lever, found within the gun bay, is pulled upward, releasing locking screws that hold the rear of the ammunition door in-place.
-Finally, the ammunition door is pulled out, from where it is slotted into place at the forward-end, and set asside.
The entire sequence can be see in this original wartime short-movie, starting at the 0:54 mark. (Note that the ammunition door design is slightly different, being that of which was in use on the P-51D-5. Being redesigned on late P-51D's, it was easier to install and remove, than as shown in the movie, since it no longer had the extra slotted lip on the door's far side following its re-design).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyLXfuXhhaA
Bomber_12th
SOH-CM-2025
Last screenshot for the night. ; )
This looks superb John, and I've bought this as every thing else you've done for FSX but why does it take so long to process orders?...after i'd paid it said it would be two to seven days. Thats seems an awfully long time for digital download media. I'm itching to try this out.
Matt
Matt
Wow! I'm not the world's biggest fan of the P-51. It's not that I have anything against the P-51, but I really prefer round engines. That being said and having written a review of another FSX P-51D, I must say, that based on the screen shots, that this appears to be one heck of a great addition to FSX. It looks like Warbirdsim took their time, researched the subject, and presented the FSX community with a great P-51D.
skyhawka4m
Charter Member
Check your email for something from Warbirdsim. I paid via paypal and had my email right after payment. The link for download is in the email.
Cleartheprop
Charter Member
Paid with paypal and got the link on my mailbox straight away. installation went flawlessly.
Quick and easy purchase.
Thunderbolt
Charter Member 2014
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