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Tony T Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 (edited) Hello Tony, what does "Isopro fatigue is a known condition of cold war lith-al alloy structures.. " Cheers, Marcel Sorry, anisotropic. https://www.svsu.edu/media/writingcenter/Improvements%20of%20Mechanical%20Properties.pdf Al-lithium-copper alloy wing skin was tested on an F-15 but not adopted due to that issue. The alloys have improved markedly. It's a fascinating subject and my understanding is that the MiG-29s are much tougher today, using the equivalent of 8090 Al-Li-Cu type alloy. They originally had something like a 2,000 hr fatigue limit with the older stuff and were much easier to shoot down with a single missile. The alloy thing impacts depot-level overhauls when fatigued parts might be replaced and therefore resprays The whole subject of MiG materials and paint finishes is an untapped world of mystery. Tony edited for clarity Edited February 4, 2017 by Tony T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wunwinglow Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 Doctorgaz? Explain please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Clunkmeister Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 (edited) I just love the look of that thing. I like the Su-27 more, but the MiG-29 just has "the look". It's all business, all the time. I'm curious to know how'd they make out against F-15s, with crews being the same, the whole bit. Didn't the Luftwaffe do a bunch of ACM and engagements with F-15s after reunification? If I remember right, there were a few USAF exchange pilots who flew Luftwaffe MiG-29s for their job... Edited February 4, 2017 by Clunkmeister Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phasephantomphixer Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 I just love the look of that thing. I like the Su-27 more, but the MiG-29 just has "the look". It's all business, all the time. I'm curious to know how'd they make out against F-15s, with crews being the same, the whole bit. Didn't the Luftwaffe do a bunch of ACM and engagements with F-15s after reunification? If I remember right, there were a few USAF exchange pilots who flew Luftwaffe MiG-29s for their job... Your post reminded me of this: With F-15, although it has a Vulcan it's size is more matched to Su-27 and engagement-wise, it's strength is it's Radar for intercept. An F/A-18 pilot said that if he could survive intercept with an Eagle, he would have a chance in close combat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luca Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 hunchback wow awesome photo! just curious to see if Trumpy will be "capturing" well this perspective mpk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radub Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 Honestly, why do we go through this EVERY SINGLE TIME a new kit comes out? EVERY SINGLE TIME??!!?? But... but... but... how come you are involved EVERY SINGLE TIME? Koinkidink? Radu Lee White, Smokeyforgothispassword, esarmstrong and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 thanks for the suggestion Iain, but I can't see any 9.19 in the sheet profiles... only 9.13 Indeed - but probably a good start - hence post. Although looking closely the crescent moon in the roundel looks larger on the later airframe? Iain mpk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomcatfreak Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 Are you guys interested in new (detailed) pics of the MiG-29? A friend of me was in Nürnberg and made some more pics. The model that is shown in Nürnberg IS the FINAL product we will get! It will be available in march, they already start to supply the wholesalers. Marcel111, mpk, Iain and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 (edited) Are you guys interested in new (detailed) pics of the MiG-29? A friend of me was in Nürnberg and made some more pics. The model that is shown in Nürnberg IS the FINAL product we will get! It will be available in march, they already start to supply the wholesalers. Yes please! Edited February 4, 2017 by The Dude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomcatfreak Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 The tow bar will be included in the kit, also the access ladder!!! mpk, Luca, Vandy 1 VX 4 and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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