FS2004 Republic F84F Thunderstreak

FS2004 Republic F84F Thunderstreak. The swept-wing Republic F-84F Thunderstreak evolved from the straight-wing F-84 Thunderjet. The "F" model incorporated such aerodynamic improvements as swept back wings, due to the success of the North American Aviation F-86 Sabre. It also featured improved tail and elevator surfaces, a smaller canopy and a redesigned windscreen. With these improvements, the F-84F was introduced in 1949 as a competitor to the F-86. The prototype first flew on June 3, 1950, and deliveries began in 1954, primarily to the Tactical Air Command (TAC) as a ground support fighter bomber. Armed with six 50-caliber M-3 aircraft machine guns, 24 5-inch rockets and 6,000 pounds of bombs. By Peter Mercy. Original model by Alphasim. Using David Maltby's, Eric Marciano's, Jan Moravec's Rob Barendregt's, Bjorn Karlson's, Glenn Copeland's and various other freeware gauges. Thanks to Michael Pook for his VC improvements and Globalhobo for his reflective textures.