[PF] MiG E-3A Light Fighter
[b] PACIFIC FRONT [/b]
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MiG E-3A Light Fighter
History
The MiG E-3 emerged as the direct production successor to the MiG-19 "Farmer". Instead of a radical new design, the E-3 retained the twin-engine configuration and highly swept wings of the MiG-19 airframe, but had its forward section dramatically upgraded. It incorporated the advanced conical nose intake and avionics suite that would otherwise define the MiG-21, creating a powerful, twin-engined interceptor that went from prototype to widespread service as the USSR's primary frontline fighter.
In terms of performance, the twin-engined MiG E-3 was a formidable aircraft, boasting excellent high-altitude performance, a top speed of 1500 Km/H, and an impressive rate of climb thanks to its dual R-11 turbojet engines. While maintaining the agility characteristics of its MiG-19 heritage, its new avionics and armament made it a far more versatile and deadly platform. The MiG entered widespread production in the mid-50s, leading NATO to assign it the reporting name "Fishback."
The MiG E-3 quickly became the backbone of Soviet and Warsaw Pact air forces, setting the standard for early supersonic interceptors. Its robust twin-engine design offered redundancy and superior thrust, while the missiles ensured its relevance against evolving threats for over a decade. The E-3 thus carved out a significant niche as a powerful, radar-equipped, twin-engine swept-wing fighter. However, the MiG was not without its drawbacks. Its difficulty in maintenance and piloting has become a serious problem, forcing the command to assign skilled pilots and ground crew to the aircraft.
After the revolt in 1951, the All-Union Revolutionary Army rebels (VSRA) used a number of captured early E-3s, which once belonged to the Pacific region air defence forces. This one was modified to incorporate 4 GSh-23-1 cannons rather than 3 of the baseline model. However, it forced the pilot to remove the radar, and install a telescopic gunsight instead. Being the early version, it also has less hardpoints.
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Stats and Features
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[*] Size: 16, 8.25, 3.75m
[*] Speed: 1500 Km/H
[*] Crew: 1, Pilot
[*] Armament: 4 GSh-23-1 cannons, 3 hardpoints. By default fitted with 2 R-13 missiles.
[*] The aircraft is equipped with a morse code transmitter/receiver. Compatible with other PF soviet planes.
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Startup Procedure
[b]Before takeoff:[/b]
1. [Main Power Breaker - ON]
2. Wait for the battery to reach 100%
3. Connect ground power, enable the GPU generator
4. [Ground Power Breaker] - ON
5. 1st-2nd (main) tanks valves & pump - ON
6. [Optional] 3rd tank (reserve) valve - ON
7. Master engine 1&2 switches - ON
8. Set throttle to 5%
9. Select left starter [Selected by default]
10. Wait 3 seconds (Check starter power indicator enabled)
11. Starter enable - ON
12. Check stable 75 RPM
13. Starter enable - OFF
14. Select right starter
15. [Repeat steps 11-13]
16. Once stable, set throttle to 15%
17. [Generators Bus] - ON
18. Disconnect GPU
19. Hydraulical Pumps - ON
20. [Avionics Breakers] - ON
21. Enable oxygen flow - ON
22. [For cold regions / high altitude] Heater - ON
23. Parking brake disengage - ON
24. Front wheel steering - ON
25. Set flaps to 30°
26. Set up lights at preference
[b]After takeoff:[/b]
1. Front wheel steering - OFF
2. Check hydraulics ON
2. Switch gear
3. Set flaps to 0°
[b]Combat:[/b]
Set flaps to 20°
[b]Landing:[/b]
1. Set flaps to 50°
2. Switch gear
3. Parking brake disengage - OFF
Systems Manual
The telescopic gunsight:
1. Warm up cathodes - ON
2. Open periscope - ON
Fire control systems:
0. [Optional] Arm autocannons - ON
1. Arm hardpoints - ON
2. Scroll using arrows or seat hotkeys
3. Depending on what weapon are you using - use launch mode (Missiles/Bombs) or fire mode (Rockets/Racks). Fire mode is compatible with all channels. Single/series works in pairs
APS-5ND sight:
You just have to set the range for the ballistic calculator. Max range is 1300m.
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Further Notes
- if you don't follow the startup procedure 1:1 it kills itself. if it doesn't start, you're the one at fault
- the plane has RATO. you can use it to take off faster.
- the weapons pack is unavailable yet. when finished, i'll place the link here
About the Project
The Pacific Front is a Alternate History Project about the time from 1940s through to the 70s in a time of turmoil, war and desperation. It focuses on the countries around the pacific ocean, like the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Russia, China and a lot more. All the the project vehicles are fictional in nature and have their own story, lore and design. The Projects creations have a tendency for high fidelity, decoration and multi crew operation..
