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Old 01-27-2012, 04:16 AM
AndyJWest AndyJWest is offline
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Nice, isn't she.


A fitting tribute to the late Sergey Kubyshkin, who was responsible for the modelling, and I suspect likely to become a favourite for bomber pilots. I've not tried her out in anger against the 'enemy' yet, but a few test flights have shown real promise. Firstly, she seems to have no obvious vices (other than a lack of speed) - predictable handling, a very-well-laid-out cockpit, and excellent visibility. Not a plane I know much about though. What was their operational history? Wikipedia doesn't tell us much (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ilyushin_Il-4), and Google isn't particularly helpful either.

Anyway, if you haven't tried her out yet, go for a joyride. Pilots Notes probably unnecessary - just take a quick look around to figure out where the instruments are, start her up, and off you go.
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