FS Aircraft Preview   Dassault Rafale C   by VPA (for FS2004)   (Previewed December 2011)

Vincent is the modeler and began this project three years ago, using FSDS to build the model. When the aircraft was far enough along to begin flying in Flight Simulator, Alexandre began developing the flight model.

Four external configurations are included: A clean version (above) with wingtip mounted MICA missiles. An "Operational Performance" version (left) with centerline 1250 liter fuel tank and wingtip MICA missiles.

A "Long Range" version (right) with three 1250 liter external fuel tanks and six MICA missiles. A reconnaissance version (below) with two 2000 liter wing tanks and centerline mounted AREOS Pod.

Philippe Devallez joined the project this past April to help with programming the xml gauges and to assist with the website. Realizing the need for assistance with gauge programming, Philippe contacted Pierre Fasseaux.  Pierre developed the PMSO, the MFD structure and the chrono.

The VC and 2D panel include a fully functional PMSO to control the contents of the left and right MFD displays as well as function as a warning panel.  The depth of these systems rivals that of the similar system included in the FSX Rafale C/M of Roland Laborie.  The center SiTAC (Situation Tactique) display features both radar and moving map.  Other features controlled from the cockpit include working fuel dump and flares.

Vincent painted textures for four individual aircraft from Escadron de chasse 1/7 'Provence'.  Jonathan Hilaire painted the full 2D and 3D bitmaps and Eric Dantes provided assistance in making the 3D panel textures visible at night. In addition to further developing and refining the model, Rafale B and Rafale M versions are planned.

Also have a look at these in-game videos     by Philippe Devallez (alias: Whynot2031):

Raf Beta 2 Raf Beta 3 Raf Beta 4 Start up and AP test Here we go Start up Rafale VPA Eng

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