VIDEO: Converting to the MKI from MKII

[Dreamsofwings]

Like an idiot I have only every flown the MkII, not taking advantage of the fact that the Accu-sim Spitfire effectively gives you two different aircraft (3 if you count the B version of the MkII but I'm talking major differences)
Thanks to Killratio for prompting me to give the MkI a go. Still some hours ahead of me to get it's particular ways engrained but what a lovely aircraft, especially in this stunning paint by Bladerunner009
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3DelkB ... fdw03c010c

[Killratio]

Just watched this now, stunning effort Mate.

You handle the DH bracket prop like a pro!! And you absolutely greased the landing.

You are, however, much too kind to me



Re your comment on the Ammetre. It was originally in the aircraft as there was no regulator and the pilot needed to actively manage the Generator (which had three positions, "Charge" , "Half Charge" and "Off".)
The ammetre told you whether you were in positive or negative charging territory. Very quickly the extra workload was acknowledged and a regulator fitted but the ammetre was retained. Late Spitfire I's and all Spitfire II's
had it omitted.


Fantastic job and Steve's paint really comes up a treat.

best regards and many thanks!

Darryl

[Dreamsofwings]

Big thanks Darryl and thanks for the suggestion! Have really enjoyed this one!

Also thanks for clearing that up on the Ammetre! Proves my point regarding your expertise and value to this forum!!!

What is interesting, even between the MkI and MkII, is to see how this aircraft was refined and adapted through experience. That manual pump for the undercarriage is a good example. Imagining, in the heat of a scramble, taking off in far from perfect weather and doing the hand swap and pumping like crazy whilst keeping the aircraft in a stable climb etc. Same for the landing!

The attention to detail that has been put into this simulation is stunning!

[Killratio]

Yes, the Spitfire evolved very quickly. I suppose that is understandable given that retractable undercarriage mono planes were still a brand new thing when the Spitfire was built. Pilots and engineers alike went from 150-180mph, 200hp wooden biplanes, to 300mph closed cockpit 1000hp monoplanes in a couple of years. The race to get them in service caused many problems but also highlighted many features which seemed like a good idea until they were actually used.

[Lewis - A2A]

Cracking video as always and loved the change up and the commentary

Its easy to forget that the variants can be quite different and require quite the change to not fly but fly correctly that results in safe flying from A to B.

cheers,
Lewis - A2A

[Dreamsofwings]

Cheers Lewis, Darryl was right, the MkI is a great aircraft to fly. Love the challenge of that gear!