Speed question on 2 maneuvers

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Speed question on 2 maneuvers

Post by franc01sss » Sat Apr 12, 2008 6:04 pm

The Diamond Pass in Review is flown at what speed in LOMAC?

The Trail to Diamond Pass in Review too?

Thanks in advance for the help
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Re: Speed question on 2 maneuvers

Post by Lawndart » Sat Apr 12, 2008 8:07 pm

franc01sss wrote:The Diamond Pass in Review is flown at what speed in LOMAC?
We use ~325 knots for BUPs and PIRs. Add about +25 knots more for rolls and an additional +25 knots more for loops. These speeds are all about 50 knots slower than real life because netcode and joystick settings (curve). It's easier to fly these passes slower, but we keep it fast, so we can reposition quickly for the next maneuver. Therefore, there are minimum speeds, but no maximum. The key for the Leader is to preserve enough energy into each maneuver to be able to quickly turn the formation around for another pass from a different direction. Flying too slow would prevent quick turnarounds...
franc01sss wrote:The Trail to Diamond Pass in Review too?
See answer above.
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