Long-Range Container Carrier: The Albatross by EINSCHLAG
A1 Albatross by EINSCHLAG
Heavy-Lift Container Transport Aircraft
The Albatross is a heavy-lift transport aircraft designed for independence and operational flexibility. Featuring a unique opening nose and tail configuration, this sealed aircraft can accommodate three ISO containers using its integrated self-loading crane system for rapid deployment and retrieval operations.
Built for extreme versatility, the Albatross combines container transport with emergency water landing capabilities and parachute deployment capability. Four powerful engines and specialized rear heavy-duty landing gear enable operations from short, rough airstrips and challenging terrain.
Perfect for extended missions, this transport features full crew quarters, comprehensive maintenance access, and single-pilot operation capability. Whether delivering critical supplies or supporting complex operations, the Albatross adapts to any mission requirement. Or you can make it your own by replacing the container-crane and modifying the spacious interior to your liking and mission.
This vehicle offers:
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[*] Top speed of 480 km/h
[*] Four custom diesel-powered [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3384231822]Saturn Engines[/url] with Automatic Engine Controls
[*] Crew size: 1-4
[*] Carries 1-3 ISO containers
[*] Retractable landing gear
[*] Altitude and heading hold as well as map-based autopilot
[*] Radar, sonar and transponder triangulator
[*] Comprehensive lighting (search light, position, landing, anti-collision, interior, standby, warning lights)
[*] Multiple roof access points and engine maintenance access for each engine
[*] Reserve fuel tanks and auxiliary fuel tank
[*] Small generator that can be manually started if needed (GPU)
[*] Automatic heaters (arctic ready)
[*] Living quarters with two beds, kitchen, toilet, shower and more
[*] Jump room with exit ramp for skydiving or emergency escapes
[*] Lockable exterior access
[*] Sealed interior space that allows for emergency water landings and take-offs
[*] Plenty of equipment for different scenarios
[*] ...and much more!
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Works well with this container-sized container-moving vehicle: [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3569867769]The Schildkröte by EINSCHLAG[/url]
Quick Start Procedure
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[*] Make sure the vehicle is powered and "Avionics" are enabled
[*] Sit in the pilot’s seat
[*] Flip on the fuel pumps switch in the center console or enable the reserve fuel
[*] Flip on the automatic engine control switches in the center console
[*] Release the brakes
[*] Slowly drive out of the hangar using the engines
[*] Extend the wings and rudder with the flip switch in the center console
[*] Fly off and retract the landing gear
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Manual Startup Procedure
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[*] Make sure the vehicle is powered and "Avionics" are enabled
[*] Sit in the pilot's seat
[*] Activate both engines using the "Engine (Engine 1)" and "Engine (Engine 2)" switches
[*] Engage propellers via "Engage Propeller (Engine 1)" and "Engage Propeller (Engine 2)" switches
[*] Power up generators using "Generator (Engine 1)" and "Generator (Engine 2)" switches
[*] Enable "Full Speed"-Buttons for Engine 1 and Engine 2
[*] Release the brakes
[*] Slowly drive out of the hangar using the engines
[*] Extend the wings and rudder with the flip switch in the center console
[*] Fly off and retract the landing gear
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How to transport containers
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[*] Open the front or rear cargo door (or both)
[*] Wait for the cargo ramp(s) to extend if needed
[*] Use the remote control or control handles to operate the crane
[*] Extend the crane out through the open cargo door
[*] Position an ISO container below the crane with proper orientation
[*] Enable both the container's top connectors and the crane's connectors
[*] Lower the crane to pick up the container (it will auto-lift slightly)
[*] Fully raise the container and move it to the desired position inside the plane
[*] Enable the container's bottom connectors and the plane's floor connectors to lock in place
[*] Disable the crane's connectors to release
[*] Repeat for additional containers, or reverse these steps to unload
[*] Before closing cargo doors, ensure the crane is fully retracted inside (it will lock into designated positions)
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Main Refueling Instructions
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[*] Connect fuel hose to the port on the underside of the fuselage
[*] Pump fuel to fill the auxiliary tank (Enable "Free Flow" or "Pump IN" on the instrument panel near the port)
[*] In the cockpit, flip the "Auxiliary Fuel Tank to Wing Fuel Tanks" switch (center dashboard)
[*] Once all tanks are filled, disconnect the hose
[*] If you need to balance the tanks, there are controls for that on the right wall of the cockpit
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[b]Want to slow down the propellers after engine shutdown?[/b] Just engage the propeller and generator for the propeller you want to slow down.
Need to bring one more container? Check out the [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3494237519]Hummel VTOL[/url].
Want some containers to pick up?
Check out this collection full of useful containers that can be connected to form a base: [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3492874583][b]C-B1 Containers & Compatible Vehicles[/b][/url]
Credits
This build incorporates the following workshop creations (some of which may have been modified in my build):
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[*] [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2416132817][b]ZE Modular Engine Controller[/b][/url]
[*] [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2774712393][b]Zizo Transponder Locator[/b][/url]
[*] [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3259930907][b]Zizo's Radar & Sonar Map (Updated)[/b][/url]
[*] [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3277846721][b]Navigation Map with Autopilot[/b][/url]
[*] [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3027120838][b]GPS Map & Coordinates 1x1 Monitor[/b][/url] (Modified version of [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2415342919]MrNJersey's 1x1 GPS Map With Pointer & Heading[/url])
[*] [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2242140212][b]Remote Controller Settings[/b][/url]
[*] [url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1812041566][b]Heading Hold Microcontroller[/b][/url]
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