FS98 - Friedrichshafen G.II Grossflugzeug 1916
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Stephan Scholz - June 2004

INSTALLATION
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Unzip "FriedG2.zip" into a temporary folder and move the folder "Fried_G2" into the FS98 Aircraft directory.


THE VIRTUAL Friedrichshafen G.II
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Built with Abacus Aircraft Factory 99 and animated with Abacus Aircraft Animator (props, ailerons, elevator, rudders).

Construction is based on information from the following
Internet sources:
Blauer Max Flugzeug Museum
Sierra Scale Models
German Aircraft of World War I by Gray & Thetford, Putnam Books

This Friedrichshafen G.II bomber is presented with new textures by Udo Entenmann, in blue/grey splinter lozenge colour scheme.

Som Bleedthrough problems in the rear fuselage have been removed.

The "L" Key will make a pilot´s head appear in the open cockpit.


FLIGHT DYNAMICS
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The Friedrichshafen G.II was similar to the contemporary Gotha G.II in size, shape, weight, performance and power. However, it was more manoeverable and not tail heavy, hence much easier to fly, and also boasted an elevator trimming system that made it easier to balance.


INSTRUMENT PANEL
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The custom panel from the previous edition of the Friedrichshafen G2 bomber, FRIEDG2.ZIP is recommended for this aircraft´s open cockpit.

SOUNDS
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Default Sopwith Camel sounds. However, GOTHVSND.ZIP sounds are recommended for this aircraft´s low RPM level.


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
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Dimensions:
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Wingspan: 61 ft 9 in
Area: 978 sq ft
Length: 33 ft 7 in
Height: 11 ft 6 in

Weights:
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MTOW: 8,668 lb
Empty weight: 5,711 lb
Payload: 1,100 lb

Crew:
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2 or 3

Powerplants
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Two IV specification (min. 220 Hp) Benz Bz.IV, 6 cylinder inline, water cooled, piston engines rated at 230 Hp at sea-level.

Performances:
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Max Speed: 70 Kt
Ceiling: 11,500 ft


LEGAL STUFF
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This aircraft is freeware. No responsibility is taken for any loss or damage incurred directly or indirectly from its use. The original unaltered files may be freely distributed, uploaded, downloaded and shared, on condition that proper credit is maintained, and of course, no financial gain whatsoever is made!

Enjoy it!

Stephan Scholz
scholzrittermann@SoftHome.net August 2004