AirShark Posted October 19, 2013 Share Posted October 19, 2013 (edited) At the Kerbal Aerospace Defense Corporation (aka KADEC), we strive to build fictional, yet realistic aircraft that actually fly!Tech Support (downloads, mods and other info)**Download links will be posted up as soon as .22 mod support comes out for B9, Firespitter, etc...**Once that happens, download links will come up and will be posted at the top of the post.It should also be noted that I have modified some mods (re-sizing mostly) and they will come included with the .craft in the .zip file from the link.I will be busy for the next couple of weeks, but I will try my best to update this forum, so stay posed!Aircraft Status List:KA-3D Link PendingKA-3D EWV Link PendingKF-9C/D Link PendingKF-9E/F Link PendingKF-10A Under DevelopmentAircraft Profiles and Pictures Here is a list of active KADEC aircraft, so take a stroll down our "catalog".KA-3D ShrikeThe KA-3D Shrike is a specialized two-seat ground attack/interdiction aircraft. First flown in 1994, the once designated KA-3A proved to be a very stable and efficient ground attack platform. Now upgraded to -3D status (upgraded in 2009), the Shrike features the latest in weapon systems, sensors and avionics. Equipped with Conformal Fuel Tanks, the KA-3D has superb range and can stay on station for a long period of time. The Shrike is also equipped with the Romfarer LAZOR designation system for precision guided weapon strikes. It is currently being flown by the KAF.Earth Equivalents: SEPECAT Jaguar, Panavia Tornado IDS Stats:Range: 1,000+ kmCombat Radius with full load: 450 kmMax Altitude: 16,000 m Top Speed (low level): 150m/sTop Speed (at altitude): 800m/sTake-Off speed (fully loaded): 60m/sManeuverability: DecentStability: SuperbPayload: 6 underwing hardpoints (all weapons and pods), one ventral hardpoint (LAZOR pod, Fuel tank), two lateral hardpoints (FLIR pod, LANTIRN pod, Romfarer missile).Pics:A fully armed KA-3DConformal Fuel Tanks adds 180 units of fuel and increases rangeWeapon load includes 6 x GMK-8 Air-to-ground Lazor guided missile (re-sized Romfarer missile), 8 x GBK-5 500lbs bombs and 1 x LAZOR designator pod (Romfarer mod).The Shrike can carry a large payload and maintain very good low level stability, speed and control.The KA-3D is perfectly suited for low-level, high speed strikes.Full system/sensor integration (even Difel Kerman is impressed! lol)Flaps and Airbrakes (from B9 aerospace) assist with the landing.KA-3D EWV Electric ShrikeThe KA-3D EWV (Electronic Warfare Variant) is a dedicated Electronic Warfare (Radar Jamming, Communication Interference, SEAD/Anti-Radar strike) aircraft derived from the KA-3D standard variant. The Electric Shrike made it's first flight in 2002 and can be distinguished from the KA-3D through it's antennas and ECM pods (from ION Hybrid Engine pack. It is currently being flown by the KAF.Earth Equivalents: Panavia Tornado ECR, EA-6B Prowler, SU-24MPStats:Refer to KA-3D statsPics:Here, the KA-3D EWV is armed with 4 x RMK-12 Skystreak Anti-Radar Missiles, 3 x ECM pods (the are actually batteries and do nothing ) and 1 x Decoy PodThe Electric Shrike sacrifices none of the KA-3D's low-altitude performance.Here it is, in it's natural environment, all happy and stuff...KF-9C/D KestrelThe KF-9C/D Kestrel is a Single Engine, 4th Generation Multirole Fighter in use by the KAF which comes in two variants: the KF-9C which is the main single seat fighter and the KF-9D which is a two-seat trainer/light fighter. First flown in 1989 (designated the KF-9A and -3B), the Kestrel has proven it self as a versatile and capable fighter. The KF-9A and KF-9B were upgraded to -9C and -9D status in 2004; these upgrades included a built-in Romfarer LAZOR designator, increased fuel, new engine and new flight control systems. Able to perform air-to-air, air-to-ground and mixed roles, the Kestrel is a small, yet very capable fighter.Earth Equivalents: F-16C/D Block 40, Saab JAS-39C/D Gripen, Mig-29SMStats:Range (internal fuel): 700 kmCombat Radius with full load: 350 kmMax Altitude: 20,000 m Top Speed (low level): 154m/sTop Speed (at altitude): 1100m/sTake-Off speed (fully loaded): 98m/sManeuverability: Very GoodStability: Very GoodPayload: 2 wingtip rails (missiles), 6 underwing hardpoints (all weapons and pods), one ventral hardpoint (Fuel tank), two lateral hardpoints (pods, Romfarer missile).Pics:The KF-9C is the backbone of the KAF's air-defense fleet.Here, the KF-9C is equipped in an all-missile configuration for Close-Air-Patrol missions.The Kestrel] is a multirole fighter and is able to swing roles on the go. Here it is carrying 4 x AMK-8 Heat-seeking missiles (actually LAZOR guided from Romfarer), 4 x GMK-8 Air-to-ground missiles, 2 x GBK-5E glide bomb and two pods (for the looks).Landing is very easy in the Kestrel series of aircraft.Despite being larger, the two-seat KF-9D sacrifices none of the KF-9C's performance and is still a potent fighter.KF-9E/F Super KestrelThese are the latest variants in the KF-9 family of fighters, the single seat KF-9E and two seat KF-9F. Both aircraft are 4++ generation multirole fighter and feature conformal fuel tanks, a new LAZOR designation system and a stealthier design. The flight control systems and wings have also been upgraded and are an improvement over the KF-9C and -9D variants. First flown in 2008, the Super Kestrel is a more efficient weapon's platform thanks to the new built-in LAZOR designator form Romfarer (I pretend it's a new AESA radar, lol). The Super Kestrel entered service with the KAF in October 2013 and will replace older Kestrels. Earth Equivalents: F-16E/F Block 60, Saab JAS-39NG Gripen, Mig-35Stats:Range (internal fuel): 970+ kmCombat Radius with full load: 450 kmMax Altitude: 21,000 m Top Speed (low level): 150m/sTop Speed (at altitude): 1050m/sTake-Off speed (fully loaded): 92m/sManeuverability: SuperbStability: Very GoodPayload: 2 wingtip rails (missiles), 6 underwing hardpoints (all weapons and pods), one ventral hardpoint (Fuel tank), two lateral hardpoints (pods, Romfarer missile).Pics:F9E-001 FTV (flight test vehicle) prototype.The first production Super Kestrel armed with 2 x AMK-6 unguided missiles (re-sized Elysian Empire Sparrow MKI and 8 x AMK-8 short range missiles.The KF-9E is a VERY fun aircraft to fly. Here it is seen with the KAF's new dark-grey camouflageA comparison of both Kestrels: The older KF-9C on the left and the new KF-9E on the Right.The two-seat KF-9F.KF-10A Specter under developmentThe KF-10A Specter is a twin-engine 5th generation fighter that is currently under development. 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Hodo Posted October 19, 2013 Share Posted October 19, 2013 Kind of reminds me of the old SEPECAT Jaguar, I loved flying that thing in FreeFalcon5.0. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirShark Posted October 19, 2013 Author Share Posted October 19, 2013 Kind of reminds me of the old SEPECAT Jaguar, I loved flying that thing in FreeFalcon5.0.The Jaguar was by far one of the best looking jets out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirShark Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 Trying my hand at some formation flying... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brobel Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 very nice very nice..... and i usually don't like mod crafts but these are just all around nice looking and lots of stats to go with the good pictures...what is that big plane carrying on its back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirShark Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 (edited) very nice very nice..... and i usually don't like mod crafts but these are just all around nice looking and lots of stats to go with the good pictures...what is that big plane carrying on its back?Thanks!It's apparently an airborne radar, like the 737EWS, lol. Edited October 20, 2013 by AirShark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astropapi1 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Now take down the plane... for science. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirShark Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 (edited) Too late. I crashed into it... by accident... Edited October 21, 2013 by AirShark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NQMT Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 (edited) How in the world are you flying 2 aircraft at once? Please, please teach me! Edited October 22, 2013 by Kyrian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirShark Posted October 24, 2013 Author Share Posted October 24, 2013 (edited) I actually found out how to do it by accident . This video by YargGaming sums it up quite nicely:Thing is I can actually keep my thrust on while switching from vehicles; no need to power down. You can try that too, see if it works. Edited October 24, 2013 by AirShark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirShark Posted October 31, 2013 Author Share Posted October 31, 2013 I hit a technical snag while switching to KSP 0.22 ; I will try to post the links ASAP for anyone who is interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheesySquid279 Posted November 15, 2013 Share Posted November 15, 2013 Y U NO PUT LINKS?!??!?!?!? I want them so bad... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirShark Posted November 15, 2013 Author Share Posted November 15, 2013 Y U NO PUT LINKS?!??!?!?!? I want them so bad...I've run into a major snag while updating to KSP 0.22 and I have not been able to sort it out. I've also been extremely busy these last couple of weeks and have barely had enough time to advance. I do have the 0.21 models ready, but to upload them at this point would be pointless.But have faith. If I have time later on, I will absolutely fix the problems and post the links. So far, KADEC is not dead yet, just undergoing the same headaches that Lockheed Martin is going through with their F-35s!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheesySquid279 Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 Yay! I can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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