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[SAS~Gerax]

The B7A1 Ryusei can do both mission types. Just tested it.
Has torp loadout and dive flaps for 1x500kg or 1x250kg
dive attack..

Find it here:
https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,38419.0.html

[asheshouse]

I am in the process of developing the HMS Furious model. This carrier has no catapult function.
Testing various RN airacraft to check AI controlled performance.
All take off ok except the Barracuda.
With the Barracuda, when the chocks are released, the aircraft begins to move forward but the tail lifts excessively and the props are damaged on the deck.
Question --- Is the CofG correct?

With catapult power added (historically incorrect) there is enough air flow over the tail to prevent the aircraft nosing in.

[magot]

Little idea ..
Try change in java code FM and attach FM/EM from Fairey Fulmar. After test takeoff again.
If will be all OK, try found which element in FM/EM of Barracuda is wrong and adapt it.

If will be barracuda still takeoff wrong with Fulmar FM is wrong 3D model. Maybe can be problem with size of props ..
And as last thing, do it revision FM for AI. AI fly always differ than player and sometimes need to be fixed.

[SAS~Storebror]

The CoG is where the Navigator's feet are which is just fine.
I've just tried 20 takeoffs with chocks, different loadout, trim up and neutral, flaps up and landing pos, different fuel loads...
Not once did the plane lift the tail after releasing the chocks.

Best regards - Mike

[asheshouse]

Just tried it taking of from Test Runway 1 object. I agree with your results Mike.

Problem occurs only on a moving carrier.  Severity of the problem seems to depend on the carrier speed. More speed faster nose over. At lowest speed (4) it just tips enough to lose the props then straightens up and skids off the end of the flightdeck.

Only found this issue with the Barracuda so far. Swordfish, Fulmar and Seafire are all ok. 

Now tested the Albacore. That also works ok.
Tested the TBM-3.  Commences rolling ok. Rips off undercarriage on the ramp. Thats a different problem which I need to work on.
Gladiator II is ok
Hurricane is ok

[asheshouse]

Wildcat and Hellcat also check out ok.

Only the Barracuda has the "nosing in" problem.

[SAS~Storebror]

Understood ashe.
As you know I'm currently "out of business" so bear with me, I'll check this later.

Best regards - Mike

[asheshouse]

No rush at all. Its going to take me a while to complete all the remaining work on the ship model.
The Barracuda is one of the key aircraft types to have operating from it when its completed.
Won't be completed until next year. Early next year I hope.

[Knochenlutscher]

Is there a chance to share a Skin-Template for the Cuda?
That would be nice, as I can't wait to give her some liveries.
Thankz in advance for whatever response
Tobias

[asheshouse]

Now that HMS Furious is out and about we still have the problem of the Barracuda not being able to take off under AI control.
In testing this I have realised that the problem occurs on other carriers, not just Furious.  Similar problem on stock Illustrious CV.
Aircraft appears to lift its tail too quickly when the airflow gets on it, and then noses into the deck.
Problem is reduced with a stationary carrier, but with any significant weapon load carrier speed is needed to get air borne.

[SAS~Bombsaway]

The tail lift may be COG or the flap " size " too big ?

[magot]

Now that HMS Furious is out and about we still have the problem of the Barracuda not being able to take off under AI control.
In testing this I have realised that the problem occurs on other carriers, not just Furious.  Similar problem on stock Illustrious CV.
Aircraft appears to lift its tail too quickly when the airflow gets on it, and then noses into the deck.
Problem is reduced with a stationary carrier, but with any significant weapon load carrier speed is needed to get air borne.

On my side is all ok
https://www.sas1946.com/main/index.php/topic,54568.msg593312.html#new