Version 2 corrects mapping issues, lights, adds specular gloss to the model, and included enhanced textures and several additional paints. Textures by Mick Morrissey, GMAX model by A.F.Scrub.
In 1934 the Naval Aircraft Factory was given the task of manufacturing a new primary trainer designed by the U.S. Navy. Following successful tests this neat little biplane trainer was built in both landplane and seaplane versions. 179 of the -1 models were ordered in the mid-Thirties, and production of 816 -3 models began in 1938. The N3N was used extensively in U.S. Navy primary flying training schools throughout WWII, with the majority becoming surplus immediately when the war ended. One exception to this was the small number of the seaplane version which were retained for primary training at the U.S. Naval Academy. These last N3N seaplanes, when retired in 1961, were the last biplanes to be used in U.S. military service.
Specifications:
Length: 25' 6" (7.77 m)
Height: 10' 10" (3.30 m)
Wingspan: 34' 0" (10.36 m)
Wing area: 305 sq. ft (28.33 sq. m)
Empty Weight: 2090 lb (948 kg)
Max Weight: 2792 lb (1266 kg) max at takeoff
Propulsion (N3N-3):
No. of Engines: 1
Powerplant: Wright R-760-2 Whirlwind 7 radial
Horsepower: 235 hp
Performance:
Range: 470 miles (756 km)
Cruise Speed: 90 mph ( 145 km/h)
Max Speed: 126 mph ( 203 km/h)
Ceiling: 15,200 ft (4635 m)
Installation:
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-Unzip " N3N" into a temporary file and move the "N3N" folder into the main Aircraft directory.
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-Read instructions carefully when installing the gauges , say YES...when asked if the gauges sources should be trusted. If you say no....most of the gauges are not going to work !
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-Leave the instruments.cab in your panel folder.
-Sound aliased to Douglas_DC_3.
ATTENTION :
If having trouble with the cockpit transparencies or turningprop in FSX acceleration, copy the glass.bmp and Prop_B.bmp from the Acceleration.texture into the plane's texture folder.
FLYING
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This is a very nice flyer. It flies like a trainer. Don't forget you're in a floatplane, acceleration is steady but not terrific. Waterlandings are no problem.
CREDITS
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Special thanks to :
- GMAX for the drawing program and Microsoft for their makmdls.mdk.
- Mick Morrissey who did most of the textures.
- Steven Grant whose 'yellow Bird' contributed to the creation of this new model.
LEGAL:
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The project is released as freeware. You may modify it and repaint it. You may upload this file to another website as long as it is not for profit.
You need the written permission of the original authors to use any of these files for commercial purposes, otherwise a simple credit would be nice. Non commercial repaints-remakes are welcome but I would appreciate very much receiving a copy of your model.
This file should not cause any problems with your computer, but I accept no responsibility if you think it does. Remarks and hints are welcome and are being considered.
Happy Landings!
A.F.Scrub
March 2010
Email: af_scrubbypc@hotmail.com
