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WOW! that is some great info! I will download the Manuals but I think im already leaning towards the P40, Im not the cross country guy I am more of 30 minute flight multiple landings going through system checks.

This information really helped Thanks to all!


Rarebear

well you didn't say that so i corrected it just in case the op or anybody else didn't realize that the V-1710-33 did in fact have a supercharger.

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Well...luckily me and the OP were referring to system depth interaction...and there is no supercharger for you to interact with on the P-40. If anything, saying there is one would be a cause of confusion...because Rarebear wanted something that "wont let you enjoy the scenery until you've got the whole thing memorized". So in the Spitfire, you have to learn how to use manage the supercharger. In the P-40, you don't.

Rarebear, you won't be disappointed with the P-40. I'd recommend taking a look at this page linked to me by another member here...specifically the updated start procedure in part 4!

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Both of the Warbirds can be as chalenging as you make them, I fly the Spitfire as it would have been flown in 1940 (outside of a scramble!) just using landmarks and the compass for navigation. I set the weather with lots of thick low high defenition clouds so I have to fly low to navigate, add a side wind for the landing and increase the outside temperature, This makes a good chalenge with the Spitfire.
The Spitfire was always known as a dream to fly responding to every movement of the stick. The Warhawk however controls you if you don't keep a firm hand on the controls.

Happy flights

M. Jordan.

true on the rear tank.....I usually fly with that tank at 1/2 or a little less, any less then that she seams to nose over some without adjusting trim.
i have the P-40, P-47 and B-17....they all have their difficulties when flying, landing and taking off......And all require constant monitoring when flying.
I am always adjusting this and that, and then readjusting. This is natural for all the Accu-sim aircraft, but at the same time this is also natural for it real counterpart.

All in all to me......Any one you choose is going to present you with its own unique challanges when flying.....For preferance myself i prefer the P-40....Its one of my favorite aircraft and one i fly alot.....
The main thing to remember with any plane you buy.....Have fun with it while you are getting to know it......
When i bought the B-17, it took me almost 3 months to get the hang of a bird as large as it is, before that i was flying the PBY Catalina from aerosoft alot, which is quite realistic in its own right, and alot of fun to fly.
Every aircraft responds differantly during taxi, takeoff, flight, aproach and landing.....
The P-47 offers a heaver aircraft, with everything you would expect from a craft that heavy, as does the P-40, the cub, the B-17, and i am sure the same will be true with the Spitfire and Mustang......
In the end the decision is yours, many of us have the planes we are more partial to then others, so which one are you most partial to ?....That would be the choice for you....
The other one will still be their waiting for its place in your hanger.....

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true on the rear tank.....I usually fly with that tank at 1/2 or a little less, any less then that she seams to nose over some without adjusting trim.
i have the P-40, P-47 and B-17....they all have their difficulties when flying, landing and taking off......And all require constant monitoring when flying.
I am always adjusting this and that, and then readjusting. This is natural for all the Accu-sim aircraft, but at the same time this is also natural for it real counterpart.

All in all to me......Any one you choose is going to present you with its own unique challanges when flying.....For preferance myself i prefer the P-40....Its one of my favorite aircraft and one i fly alot.....
The main thing to remember with any plane you buy.....Have fun with it while you are getting to know it......
When i bought the B-17, it took me almost 3 months to get the hang of a bird as large as it is, before that i was flying the PBY Catalina from aerosoft alot, which is quite realistic in its own right, and alot of fun to fly.
Every aircraft responds differantly during taxi, takeoff, flight, aproach and landing.....
The P-47 offers a heaver aircraft, with everything you would expect from a craft that heavy, as does the P-40, the cub, the B-17, and i am sure the same will be true with the Spitfire and Mustang......
In the end the decision is yours, many of us have the planes we are more partial to then others, so which one are you most partial to ?....That would be the choice for you....
The other one will still be their waiting for its place in your hanger..... [/quote]


I have bought the P40 and Enjoying the crap out of it. Im learning all the systems and stuff out for a trip tomorrow and will be buying accusim next month. then im sure I will REALLY enjoy it.

I have bought the P40 and Enjoying the crap out of it. Im learning all the systems and stuff out for a trip tomorrow and will be buying accusim next month. then im sure I will REALLY enjoy it. [/quote]

I am sure you will.....The Accusim for it adds so much more to everything with the plane.....But be prepaired.....Accu-sim makes the plane feel entirely new and differant.....Like they say in the Video....You should become one with your aircraft.....And this is true even for the real counterparts....At the Museum we spend 12 to 14 hrs getting to know the plane before we even take it up.....One of the test for flying one of our Vintage war birds is to know exactly where every gauge in the plane is.....As well as every switch lever knob....and know what does what....
I have flown our P-40, The B-25, our Texan, and our 172....And the Accu-sim program for the P-40 makes her act and react just the way this plane really does.....
Note:....One nice thing with the Accu-sim program....You have to do everything just like in the real plane to get it started.....It also makes it nice when you can do an inspection of your aircraft before each flight....Starting on the outside infront of the plane.....For this you have to use your imagination a little.....

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How to inspect your plane before flight.
Standing infront of the plane: Look for signs of leaks(Oil, Coolant, Hydrolic fluids, etc). Check tires for inflation, cuts, signs of dry rot, etc....Check the landing gear: for bent shafts, fluid leaks, etc......Check brakes....Check all outside lights, none burned out.....
Now the wings and fuse......
Check the leading edge of wings, for dents, holes, etc.... Check ailerins, elevators and rudder, for correct movements.....Check Flaps for proper operations, and damage.....
Check main fuse for damage, or signs of blowing fluids....Check radiator vents for debris, and clean out as needed....
Now move into the cockpit, and start your normal pre flight check before starting and warm up......
Once the cockpit check is done and engine is warmed up, taxi to the runway.....Before pulling out oneto the runway, do one last visual inspection of cockpit and wings.....
Power up and pull out onto runway......Happy flights....

Of Course this is just a quick check, and some things are missing....But it gives a general idea of what is involved, in a preflight....The post flight is the same....

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wow you missed two very important ones, check oil and check fuel for water and contamination, quantity, and if fuel caps are on properly.

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Err......pitot tube? Bubblegum???

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Hi Rarebear
My best advice is the same as I did, buy all of the Accu Sims from A2A you won't regret it! the only problem then is ...which one to fly today
They all have Challenges in different ways, and if you want a break from a challenge then relax with Heidi in a Cub

Happy flights

M. Jordan.

Cub or tub??

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The Tub sounds good too

yep, I am a Faa certified Pilot. My instructor was well lets just say below average and left me with some pretty big gaps, My plane has been down for about a year working on an overhaul and meanwhile ive been trying to get some airplanes (I already have the jug with accusim) that really force my attention to Engine management. I always passed my flying with flying colors I can do pretty tight formation and I actually do a lot of bushflying but my engine management SUCKS! I get so sucked into the flight that I forget about all the rest so I am training myself to be alert all the time.

Yeah...well on a sim aircraft, many of these you cannot check.....which is why i left many of them out....It would be nice if Accusim had a check list for a full pre flight and post flight....
Plus i was trying to remember from memory...Its easier when you have the plane infront of you....Which is why i said [ Of Course this is just a quick check, and some things are missing....... A test done during WWII found that even though pilots flew and seen their planes everyday, some could not remember what color the star was....Even as a multiple choice question....
Still Happy flights abound in the sim world.....

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