Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
Black Cat PBY5/5A

File Description:
X-Plane 6.40 The PBY Catalina is probably the best known flying boat with over 4000 produced by Consolidated aircraft and licensees. The Black Cat squadrons all done in flat black played havoc particularly for the Japanese in the Pacific in WWII. Fitted with radar, with a 15 hour endurance and 2800 mile range they hunted Japanese naval ships and bombed or torpedoed them by the hundreds. This a fairly accurate rendition of the PBY except that the retractable pontoons are missing. Why? Well basically after using all the tricks I know I ran out of parts. There are 6 engine nacelles used in the model, 2 represent the 1200 HP radial engines driving the props, the others are jets with 5 lbs of thrust, 1 is used for the rear fuselage section, 1 is used for the wing pylon, 1 is used for the flare from the fuselage to the vertical stabilizer and the last is used for the forward observation and gunner space. Two are not used. Wing sections are taken up by the main wing and the support spars so there you go. The fuel tanks are used for the side gunner pods since these can be decorated separately. The plane flies very well and is stable. Takeoffs from water are quite easy as long as you don't dip a wing tip (no floats remember). This aircraft model and the paint scheme is copyright by Robert App, January 2003. Feel free to alter the paint scheme and instrument panel as long as you give me credit for the original design. The Black Cat squadron logo used in the paint scheme is courtesy of http://www.daveswarbirds.com/blackcat/logos.htm and is from the VP-71 Black Cat squadron. E mail me with any good panels or paint schemes and I will give full credit if used.

Filename:	Black_Cat_PBY55A.zip
License:	Freeware, limited distribution
Added:	16th January 2003, 02:56:49
Downloads:	1,386
Author:	Robert L. App
Size:	12.04 MB

Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
Ilyushin 76 T V6.51 Update

File Description:
This package updates your V6.40 Ilyushin 76-T to V6.51. This is an update, you must have the 6.40 version of the Il-76T installed first (available here at avsim.com). Go to http://mitglied.lycos.de/n52e09d for screen shots.

Filename:	Ilyushin_76_T_V651_Update.zip
License:	Freeware, limited distribution
Added:	16th January 2003, 23:41:06
Downloads:	3,727
Author:	Christian Bothe
Size:	200.73 KB

Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
A6E Intruder for X-Plane 6.4

File Description:
A6E TRAM Intruder V.1.0 for X-plane 6.40 Copyright (c) November 2002 by Robert App. Some would say not the prettiest plane in the world but a deadly part of the US carrier task force, proven both in Vietnam and the Gulf War. Built by Grumman, the TRAM is a version of the A6E released in the late 1970's with improved laser guided weapons delivery, enhanced computers and an automatic carrier landing capability. The attached information gives the complete history of the plane and its various derivatives since first delivered to the Navy in February 1963. Version 1 is missing folding wings and fuel probe which will be fixed in a future update.

Filename:	A6E_Intruder_for_XPlane_64.zip
License:	Freeware, limited distribution
Added:	27th January 2003, 21:59:45
Downloads:	959
Author:	Robert App
Size:	872.58 KB

Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
Spruce Goose for X-Plane 6.4/6.51 (hk-1/H-4 Hercules)

File Description:
Spruce Goose v1.0 for X-Plane copyright (c) by Robert App, January 2003. History of the "Goose" - Officially designated the HK-1 (this project started out as a join venture between Hughes Aircraft and Kaiser) and later designated the H-4 Hercules after Kaiser was unable to work with Howard. It was and still remains the largest (physical dimensions wingspan and length) aircraft ever built, with the largest radial engines ever built by the West (28 cylinder, 3000 HP). The plane had to be constructed mainly of wood due to the shortage of strategic metals caused by WWII. The plane became known as the "Spruce Goose" or "Flying Lumberyard" despite the fact that the wood frame and skin were constructed mainly of laminated poplar; it also involved "sandwich" construction. The plane was flown briefly on a trial taxiing run but Hughes never allowed the plane to be flown again. Speculation has always been rampant that the design was flawed and the plane could not have met the original specification requirements. The X-Plane model is as accurate as is possible with limited plans available to me. The main wing is an X-Plane standard symmetrical high lift airfoil as opposed to the high lift asymmetrical foil section used in the actual plane. The main wing angle of attack has been adjusted to emulate the asymmetrical foil as closely as possible. Flight Testing the Goose - I have spent many hours testing the plane on X-Plane which with few exceptions provides a very accurate flight model. The published landing speed (79 mph) pretty well verifies the takeoff speed of 52 to 55 knots (k/hr x 1.15 (approx.) = mph). In straight flight the plane is difficult to stall since the nose quickly drops and increases speed if a stall develops with a significant loss of altitude. The plane has a range on 14000 gallons of fuel and takeoff weight of 350,000 Lbs of well over 3000 nautical miles. San Diego to Wake Island via Midway Attol is a piece of cake with lots of fuel to spare at 350,000 lb GW. The plane is flyable at a GW of over 410,000 lb but climb rate is very sluggish (max 400-600 fpm) and loss of speed due to excessive side slip can cause a fatal stall, in straight flight the plane is difficult to stall. So far my conclusion is that with todays materials and jet engines (which may be a future project) this aircraft could probably be competitive in performance with todays planes. With aluminum alloys that were available during its construction its performance would probably have exceeded the initial requirements.

Filename:	Spruce_Goose_for_XPlane_64651_hk1H4_Hercules.zip
License:	Freeware, limited distribution
Added:	31st January 2003, 05:19:19
Downloads:	1,739
Author:	Robert App
Size:	1.69 MB

Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
F5E Plus Tiger III v1.0

File Description:
F5E Plus Tiger III v1.0 for X-Plane 6.4/6.51 - The F5E Plus Tiger III is an upgrade of the F5E/F Tiger II and did not involve upgrades to the engines or airframe, avionics and electronics were substantially upgraded. The F5A Freedom Fighter was originally developed by Northrop as a light, fast, maneuverable and inexpensive fighter. Deliveries began in August 1964 and its various versions have been sold to many countries besides the US, including, Brazil, Canada, Greece, Chile, Honduras, Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea, Sudan, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia and Yemen. Capable of speeds near mach 2 and a combat radius of 875 miles it is one of the most agile military aircraft ever produced.

Filename:	F5E_Plus_Tiger_III_v10.zip
License:	Freeware, limited distribution
Added:	6th February 2003, 03:41:32
Downloads:	783
Author:	Robert App
Size:	1.72 MB

Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
F104G Starfighter 6.4/6.51

File Description:
F104 G Starfighter v1.0 for X-Plane 6.4/6.51 Developed under weapons program 303 in the early 1950's by Lockheed's famous skunkworks the F104 was referred to as "the missile with the man in it" due to its rocket like shape. It was the first jet aircraft to exceed 1000 mph in level flight and also the first jet to exceed mach 2. Over 2500 F104s were produced for the US and for export. The F104G had a J65 10,000 lb. thrust engine without afterburning and 15,800 lb with afterburning. Some remained in active service in Tiawan into the late 1990's. Rocket assisted NF104 aircraft set an altitude record for ground takeoff aircraft of 120,800 over Rogers dry lake in December 1963. Look for more century series aircraft coming soon for X-Plane.

Filename:	F104G_Starfighter__64651.zip
License:	Freeware, limited distribution
Added:	7th February 2003, 13:54:33
Downloads:	694
Author:	Robert App
Size:	1.13 MB

Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
China Clipper Martin M-130 for X-Plane 6.40/6.51

File Description:
China Clipper or Martin M130 for X-Plane 6.40/6.51 - Built by the Martin Company for Pan American Airlines, they were known by the company as Martin Ocean Transports. Only three of these aircraft were built, the China Clipper, the Philippine Clipper and the Hawaii Clipper. To the public, China Clipper became a generic name and originally was applied to all three of the Martin M-130's in Pan Am's fleet and, later, even to the Boeing B-314's which came later. With 4-950 HP radial engines giving a cruising speed of 163 mph and with a range in excess of 3200 miles the "Clippers" were used in the pacific by Pan Am. The "China Clipper" on November 22, 1935 inaugurated the first trans-pacific postal service with 111,000 letters; it returned to San Francisco on December 6, 1935. In 1936 the Hawaii Clipper and Philippine Clipper inaugurated paying passenger service to the Philippines and Hong Kong respectively. These were the original "Clippers" for those including the Boeing B134 to follow. Look for the B134 soon for X-Plane. Just a note : since landing gear skids are used for the wing braces X-Plane thinks that the plane has landing gear and will actually place it on the ground at the airport you select, choose an airport near water and then request a seaplane takeoff or pick a location and altitude on the regional or planet map.

Filename:	China_Clipper_Martin_M130_for_XPlane_640651.zip
License:	Freeware, limited distribution
Added:	11th February 2003, 05:51:20
Downloads:	1,327
Author:	Robert App
Size:	1.13 MB

Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
Boeing B314 Clipper for X-Plane 6.40/6.51

File Description:
Boeing B314 Clipper v1.0 for X-Plane 6.4/6.51- Built for Pan American Airways to expand their Clipper fleet, they also saw service for the US Navy and BOAC. The "clipper" name was appropriate because the Sikorsky S42, the Martin M130 (also available for X-Plane on AVSIM) and the Boeing B314 opened up long distance air lanes in 1930's and 40's the same way that the clipper ships opened up sea trade in the late 1800's. The model flies very well and is as accurate as the limited plans available to me. Due to limitations in shaping airfoils the outside rudders are actually engine nacelles (jets with 5 lb of thrust) and the lower wing is also an engine nacelle. The rear section of the fuselage is actually a gas tank or float section used to get better detail in the fuselage. As all of my models the exterior paint and panel can use a lot of work. What you see here is approximately 6-8 hours of modelling/decorating? work plus 16-20 hours or more of test flights. Number built: total 12, 6 A314's built with upgraded engines and increased range Engines: 4 - 1,600 HP, Wright R-2600, Twin Cyclone ,14 cylinder, air-cooled, radial engines. Wing Span: 152 ft. Length: 106 ft Max GW: 84,000 lb. Max level speed: 193 mph Cruising speed: 183 mph Range: 3,500 (5,200 A314) miles First flight: June 7, 1938, last retirement 1951. Ceiling: cruise 13,400, maximum 19,600 feet Accommodation: 10 crew, 74 (36 night) passengers.

Filename:	Boeing_B314_Clipper_for_XPlane_640651.zip
License:	Freeware
Added:	12th February 2003, 22:41:20
Downloads:	639
Author:	Robert App
Size:	1.06 MB

Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
JA37 Viggen for x-plane 7-UPDATE

File Description:
JA37 Viggen for X-Plane 7 - With control surfaces now working properly in 7 Beta 5 the flight characteristics now closely follow the actual aircraft. Mach speed at low altitude is a bit high but is correct at mach 2.1 at altitude. Takeoff distance is now down to 1100 or 1200 ft. at 36000 lbs wt. If you have the 7 Beta 3 version of my plane dump it since the flight model isnt close.

This is the Saab JA37 Jaktviggen more commonly known as the Viggen. The plane is well known for its powerful engine, unique thrust reverser system, and its short takeoff and landing capability. At normal takeoff wt. get off in less than 400 m or 440 yards (1/4 mile) and land in 440 m. The Viggen was developed in the late 60's and early 70's; now it is being replaced by the Drakken and the the US F18. Load different weapons on numerous hard points. Make sure to put all of the parts in the weapons folder.

Filename:	JA37_Viggen_for_xplane_7UPDATE.zip
License:	Freeware, limited distribution
Added:	5th June 2003, 23:54:12
Downloads:	1,229
Author:	Robert App
Size:	2.24 MB

Category: X-Plane - Original Aircraft
Seaplane Racer for x-plane 6.6-6.7

File Description:
Seaplane Racer for x-plane 6.6-6.7 - This is the looser (by choice) of my two designs completed for the Seaplane Contest going on at www.x-plane.org. It is the fastest of my two designs capable of 500 mph in level flight at 1500 ft. Powered by two Rolls Royce Merlin V12 engines each developing 2200 HP. The rear engine drives 2- 9' diameter, pusher, four blade, counter rotating props; the front engine drives 2-7.2' diameter, puller, four blade, counter rotating props. Wing tips fold to reduce drag and allow the plane to meet the minimum 200 ft2 wing area. Remove the floats, shorten the landing gear by about 2.7 feet and do over 530 mph. Go to www.x-plane.org go to the forums and click on custom designs to find out more about the seaplane contest.

Filename:	Seaplane_Racer_for_xplane_6667.zip
License:	Freeware
Added:	19th June 2003, 15:59:02
Downloads:	340
Author:	Robert App
Size:	236.35 KB