Simviation Forum - going mad in a spitfire...

Mar 20^th, 2003 at 9:44am

ATI_7500 Ex Member

hi buds!

after downloading that excellent spitfire, i wanted to try that out ,what you're always doin' .
so i fired up FS ,loaded the default flight and changed the a/c. but suddenly a strange feeling came up,the so-called ozzysian disease, which forced me to go through every opening in that town. here you can see the results:

nothing exceptional,just for warming up.

still not challenging.

let's get a bit closer...

the highlight:straight through the antennas of the sears tower!
yeeehaw!

euh...*whistles*...it wasn't me...heh heh...but..if someone could give me a few lessons in landing a spit,i'd appreciate that... Grin

hey what about using this thread for posting your spitfire-stunt pics? i already have the suitable title... Wink

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Reply #1 - Mar 20^th, 2003 at 9:51am

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nice shots!

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Reply #2 - Mar 20^th, 2003 at 1:47pm

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Nice shots, but you do need to practice your landings Wink

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Reply #3 - Mar 20^th, 2003 at 3:49pm

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Some good flying there ATI, pity about the landing, the trick is NOT to touch the brakes above 40knts, or you do nose over. Drop the flaps all the way and kiss the tarmac as level as possible at about 100-120 knts and close the throttle. When the tail settles naturally you should be able to use the brakes Wink

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PS. I'll post something later.

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Reply #4 - Mar 20^th, 2003 at 4:40pm

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Nice shots ATI.

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When the tail settles naturally you should be able to use the brakes

With any taildragger don't forget to hold the stick hard back when you're on the ground, especially if you need to open the throttle or use the brakes. Wheelie landings are 2 a penny. First one to post a shot of a proper 3-pointer gets my approval. Wink

PS. If you take up my challenge it might be best to start a new topic.

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Reply #5 - Mar 20^th, 2003 at 5:10pm

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okay,i'll try it out tomorrow, gotta go to bed now.otherwise,i won't be able to get up tomorrow Wink

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Reply #6 - Mar 21^st, 2003 at 5:11am

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Welcome to the "Mad Spitfire Club". Most of my Spitfire landings end up like that (I have a habit of coming in way too fast!) Grin

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Reply #7 - Mar 21^st, 2003 at 7:39am

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Welcome to the "Mad Spitfire Club".

Yeeeeeehaw! beer for everyone!!!!!! Grin

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Reply #8 - Mar 21^st, 2003 at 5:27pm

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darn i hate being under 21 (actually what 7 years under). and dont feel bad about comming in to fast i do it all the time in most military aircraft.

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Reply #9 - Mar 24^th, 2003 at 3:57pm

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heh,heh,in germany you're allowed to drink beer and wine ,when you're 16. but driving is allowed with 18. Sad

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