F-4N Phantom of VF-74. Original textures by Alphasim, revamped by Marc Czygan. This superb flight model was recently released as freeware at the Alphasim website. In addition to changing the unit markings, I enhanced the textures of the aircraft, adding a more realistic "weathered" look (a characteristic of most naval aircraft!).
If you are interested in more aircraft from the 50s and 60s, check out my new and growing website: http://www.geocities.com/average0/fabfifties
Marc Czygan
INSTALLATION GUIDE - F-4N Phantom II
Extract all the files into your CFS2 root folder. The necessary sub-folders will be created automatically.
1) Note on SOUNDS : CFS2 does not use the normal default Learjet sounds. Either install the Learjet from FS2K or CFS1, or edit this aircraft's sound.cfg (with Notepad) to point at some jet sounds you already have. UNLESS YOU DO THIS THE AIRCRAFT WILL NOT APPEAR IN CFS2 !
2) Note on CFS2 SMOKE EFFECTS : there is an additional file called fx_eng_exhaust_gry.fx. This will automatically be put in your CFS2 \Effects folder and will provide a very realistic subtle smoke trail behind the aircraft.
3) Note on CFS2 'Virtual Tailhook': pressing shift-g will lower the CFS2 tailhook. Please not that this has nothing to do with the visible tailhook, which is lowered at the full flaps setting, F8. With the virtual tailhook down, you will be able to use the arrestor wires on suitably-equipped carriers.
4) Note on 'CAT LAUNCH' feature - You must first set the shift-F4 keystroke to work. To this, follow these steps :
'Settings'
'Controller Assignments'
Scroll down to 'Reheat/Afterburner/on/off' and highlight it.
'Change Assignment ...'
You will be asked to enter the keystroke - hold the shift key and press F4.
Click on 'OK'
You can also use this method to add a joystick button to do the same thing.
In the game, just start the engine, go to full throttle and then press shift-F4. The aircraft will get a big speed boost up to 150 knots. You will need to press shift-F4 again, otherwise when you land you will not be able to slow beyond 150kts.
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
These files are freeware.
They are unsupported, so please do not e-mail us if you have problems. A no-show in CFS2 will be down to either sounds or panel aliasing, or both (see note on sounds above, same applies for panels).
Under no circumstances may these files be sold or uploaded to a payware site.
All rights reserved - ALPHA SIMULATIONS 2004
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