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Seems I’ll need to put the Mirage F1 FM back on the workbench… (at least I need to improve the Flaps behavior at TO and Landing)
No one interested in building a Mirage-III/5 set ? (3d model and pit), I’ve already reworked the FM, LOLHello!
Very later, I might do a Kfir C-10… In fact an enhanced Mirage III. (but this is another story)
But very later.
Best regards,
Radium
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Seems I’ll need to put the Mirage F1 FM back on the workbench… (at least I need to improve the Flaps behavior at TO and Landing)
No one interested in building a Mirage-III/5 set ? (3d model and pit), I’ve already reworked the FM, LOLI tested it an afternoon and it rocks.;)
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Hello,
ASTAC is only deployed on Mirage F-1CR. We don’t expect for now this reconnaissance fighter to be done.
Best regards,
Radium
Thanks for clarifying this. Actually I didn’t know what exact France birds versions carry this pod that why I asked for your plans. It is not RECCE though, it is an ELINT pod. I only had sources for this as used by our HAF RF-4E’s, but in near future where these planes will be grounded there are thoughts to be moved to the F-16’s fleet. Lockheed has already performed some initial flight testings to confirm the carrying forces.
BTW, I did a quick search and found out some quite interesting info about the pod. It is also used by Japan, check here.
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I tested it an afternoon and it rocks.;)
Hello,
You are right, JASDF uses ASTAC pods on their RF-4J but also on their RF-4EJ And their EF-4EJ.
What you shows is a RF-4EJ “Kai” from 501st Hikotai of Hyakuri.
Thank you so much for your pictures!
Radium
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Grate news!
The C.14 has the classic F1 cockpit or an upgraded? -
Grate news!
The C.14 has the classic F1 cockpit or an upgraded?Upgraded. One MFD on left side and upgraded UFCP and HUD.
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Very sad:p:p:p
My dream was always to fly in a Greek Mirage F1CG (with the classic C cockpit).
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Don’t worry. We are also thinking to make the Mirage F-1B so, we will make à legacy F-1C cockpit.
I go back to cut my trees in my garden! Lol
Best regards,
Radium
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Hello!
Very later, I might do a Kfir C-10… In fact an enhanced Mirage III. (but this is another story)
But very later.
Best regards,
Radium
I know there is also a Swiss Mirage IIIDS which has the similar upgrades. 2 seater though.
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Can’t wait to see this 3d model completed, I’m sure it will look fantastic!!
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Today, Gudule told me he is working on some minor details to enhance the model.
Moreover, we found Mirage F1EQ and Mirage F1CT are highly similar, except tail and refuel drogue, so we will make Iranese and Iraqi models.
When I say we, I talk for Gudule mostly.
Best regards,
Gudule and Radium
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So ASTRAC first, then CT, then EQ?
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I guess, CT, EQ and ASTRAC
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And C.14? It has second place in first post. Have you forgotten?
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And C.14? It has second place in first post. Have you forgotten?
Not forgotten at all.
It should be just after ASTRAC or before…
Please understand, CT and EQ have very similar avionics, so it’s almost only a paint job… Except the tail to modify. So, it’s,not a major variant like C.14, ASTRAC or CT. Please also note, our very two major versions are French Mirage F-1 CT and Morrocan Mirage F-1 EM-VI (ASTRAC)
Best regards,
Gudule and Radium
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Hello everybody
Let me give you some updates about the project, the 3D model is almost done, some minor details (like pitot tubes) still to add but nothing more significant. Once finished i will start the cockpit ASAP !
Some Eye candy :
Cheers, Gudule
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Is gorgeous!! Can’t wait to see the 3d model finished and skinned!! Will you create and share the template?
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Hello,
You are right, JASDF uses ASTAC pods on their RF-4J but also on their RF-4EJ And their EF-4EJ.
What you shows is a RF-4EJ “Kai” from 501st Hikotai of Hyakuri.
Thank you so much for your pictures!
Radium
JASDF is operating RF-4E and RF-4EJ as tactical reconnaissance aircraft in 501sq.
RF-4E is dedicated for tactical reconnaissance use, so it doesn’t carry missile or munition.
RF-4EJ was modified from F-4EJ(japanese version of F-4E), and it have FCR and capability to operate M61 20mm cannon and AIM-9L/AAM-3.RF-4EJ carrys three reconnaissance pod,
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LOROP pod
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TAC pod
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TACER pod
It contains electronic intelligence equipment.
Our MoD bought this pod(we call ASTAC pod this name) from Thales, france.
RF-4E doesn’t carry these pod.
Optical camera pods are pretty much old, and the capability is not today’s standard…(it can not send image data to ground station by data link)You can see more information about of JASDF RF-4E/EJ equipments on the following website. (sry about japanese language only)
http://aobtrg.net/html/recon_equipment.htmlFollowing images were taken by me in 2010 Hyakuri Air Base Festival.
I remember there was no explanation about LOROP pod in this year.And I’m sorry about the post which is not related to this thread.
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Hello everybody
Let me give you some updates about the project, the 3D model is almost done, some minor details (like pitot tubes) still to add but nothing more significant. Once finished i will start the cockpit ASAP !
Some Eye candy :
Cheers, Gudule
Really nice!