[diy-cockpit] Progress update & introductions...

[Gene Buckle]

On Wed, 19 May 2010, Brad Hawthorne wrote:

> I'm using it more as a foundation for a custom pit design. I'm using more
> of the theory and concepts behind it than the actual design. I'm planning
> on CAD-ing up some plans that are simular to it but will either be A-10
> or FA-18 depending on a few variables. My interest is mostly with some of
> the new hardware coming out soon and also DCS: A-10C coming out in the
> future. IMHO, an A-10 simpit wouldn't be as had as some other
> options because of the hardware coming out soon and the fact that it also
> uses an ACES II ejection seat like all the F-16 simpits already out
> there.
> 
That should be pretty cool.  Just keep in mind that the ACES II seat used 
by the A-10 is the same variant as the F-15.  The seat base is different - 
it has the ejection handles on the sides, a squared off forward seat frame 
and no center eject lanyard. :)

g.


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