Mudskipper [Seaplane fighter-bomber]
TB-05 Mudskipper
The Mudskipper is an agile Fighter-Bomber multirole floatplane, designed primarily for naval torpedo attacks, air patrol, and Air-to-Air combat.
Stats:
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[*] [b]Top Speed:[/b]120M/s = 268.4mph = 233.3knts
[*] [b]Armnament:[/b]
2x High-yield Unguided torpedoes
2x Offensive Light autocannons
1x [optional] defensive rearwards-firing mg
[*] [b]Wingspan:[/b] 12.75M
[*] [b]Length:[/b] 11.25M
[*] [b]Powerplant:[/b] 1x Supercharged Radial 5 Modular engine
Instructions:
[*] [b]Engine start:[/b]
1) Check Fuel cut-off valve in cockpit floor is open
2) Press primer button 3x
3) Set magnetos and radiator shutter switches to on
4) Hold the starter Until RPS = 4
5) Use W to increase throttle to 100%, then set engine clutch to on, Once the prop gets up to speed reduce throttle to minimum setting if you don't want to immediately takeoff.
[*] [b]Taxi:[/b]
when the aircraft is stationary, you may turn it on the spot by crouching on a wingtip momentarily.
1) Increase throttle to move forwards, using yaw to turn. do not exceed 35% throttle.
[*] [b]Takeoff:[/b]
1) Press 2 to activate high rates mode, this will allow for full movement of the control surfaces.
2) Set throttle to its Maximum position and hold up elevator.
3) You should naturally rotate and climb off the water in a short distance.
4) Once in the air, press 2 to disable high rates and trim pitch to -0.35
5) reduce throttle to 75% for cruise power, staying at 100% may cause an engine overheat
[*] [b]Supercharger:[/b]
The engine is fitted with a supercharger in case you need a boost in speed, activate this using the button in the cockpit whilst at full throttle. It will take a few seconds to reach maximum manifold pressure, at which time it will be at full operating power. Note that activating the supercharger will cause a steep rise in temperature of the engine and increase fuel consumption, so only use it when absolutely necessary.
[*] [b]Weapon sys:[/b]
All weapons apart from the tail gunner must be armed initially using the switch in the cockpit.
The rear MG can be armed using the key in the floor.
Happy Flying!
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