AB Fighter Plane Reviews

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A further update 14.09.2017:

 

Hi All,

 

I'll keep this short. The end is in sight: three more weeks and I'll be back.

 

I'll let you know how it goes.

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I'm back, and here's a full explanation as to what happened and what's to come. Plus, we get to see that even four years on, the Spitfire Mk. Ia is as good as it always has been:

 

Spitfire Mk. Ia - Back Online

As stated in the video, next week there will be at least one review of one of the new French aircraft...perhaps even two! 

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Welcome back!

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On 06/11/2017 at 7:10 AM, Light_Flight said:

Welcome back!

 

Thank you! And now let's begin...

 

Update 12.11.2017:

 

Seeing as you've all been so patient with me, here are two reviews of two of the new, low Battle Rating French fighters.

 

First up, we have that premium fighter known as the D.371 H.S.9:

 

D.371 H.S.9 - The Cannon Conundrum

Following that, we have perhaps the one Fighter that will be heavily over-looked: the C.R.714 (if you love your history, you'll love hearing about this plane!):

 

C.R.714 - The Graceful Cyclone

Do enjoy folks! Next week? Another French Fighter review, most likely the D.501.

 

Until then, take care and good luck in the skies! 

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These planes are not "best in class". But as you show, their weaknesses help hone good flying skills. Suggestions for reviews: the Potez 630, which I think actually is best in class; and the plane that for many French enthusiasts is an icon, the D520.

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On 13/11/2017 at 9:27 AM, Light_Flight said:

These planes are not "best in class". But as you show, their weaknesses help hone good flying skills. Suggestions for reviews: the Potez 630, which I think actually is best in class; and the plane that for many French enthusiasts is an icon, the D520.

 

Thus far, I concur with your assessment. French planes are proving to be what I like to refer to as a "professional's aircraft" - they allow the player to hone their technique and appreciate the different aspects of dogfighting.

 

Thank you for your suggestions; responding in turn:

- Potez 630 - I have spaded this aircraft and it is the next plane I shall be reviewing

- D.520 - It is on the list of planes to review, my current intended sequence is Potez 630; Arsenal VG-33 and D.520

 

Update 19.11.2017:

 

Another week passes us by, and here is another review. This week we take a look at the Dewoitine D.501!

 

D.501 - Home Advantage

Next up: the Potez 630. Stay classy guys - 4 weeks until Christmas and I do indeed have something special planned for you all! 

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As requested, here's my review of the Potez 630 Heavy Fighter!

 

Potez 630 - A Rather Promising Sign

Next up? The M.S.410. Until then, have a great week folks; it's almost December! 

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Well, this year is flying by, as is our latest review of the M.S.410! The first of the Tier II French Fighters.

 

M.S.410 - Paradigm Shift

Next weekend we shall be reviewing the V.G.33C-1. Have a great week folks! 

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And as promised, here is my highly requested review of the V.G33C-1:

 

V.G.33C-1 - Own Goal

Next weekend I shall be reviewing the Potez 631. Until then, have another nice week folks! 

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Okay, so a quick back-post seeing as it appears I forgot to post the Potez 631 review in here last week!

 

Potez 631 - Full Potential

 

And now for the long awaited Christmas special: featuring the Japanese Dive Bomber known as the Yokosuka D4Y2! Merry Christmas everyone!

 

D4Y2 - Meteor Shower

Our next review shall be on New Year's Eve (i.e. Sunday 31st December, 2017). To wrap up this wonderful year I shall be reviewing the A-35B. Until then, have a great Christmas! 

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To conclude 2017, here is our final review which concerns the A-35B.

 

A-35B - Vengeance Awaits

Our first review of 2018 shall cover the Ta 154 A-1. Until then, I wish you all a Happy New Year! 

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Happy new year, and thanks for all these helpful reviews

Edited January 1, 2018 by _Cyanure_

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On 01/01/2018 at 10:42 AM, _Cyanure_ said:

Happy new year, and thanks for all these helpful reviews

 

Thank you @_Cyanure_! I wish the same to you. 

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Happy new year...and are you going to review P-40C? I found it to be quite pleasing to fly....

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On 03/01/2018 at 9:47 PM, Sarin said:

Happy new year...and are you going to review P-40C? I found it to be quite pleasing to fly....

 

Thank you, and likewise to yourself @Sarin!

 

Additionally, thank you for your suggestion regarding the P-40C; I'll be sure to look into reviewing it towards the end of this month.

 

Update 07.01.2018:

 

As promised, my review of the Ta 154 A-1 Moskito! I loved doing this review and I will say that the Ta 154 A-1 will be a permanent fixture in my mid-Battle Rating German line ups from now on.

 

Ta 154 A-1 - The Marvellous Moskito

Next time? The Soviet Hurricane Mk. IIB.

 

Until then, have a good week and remember as always: take care and good luck in the skies! 

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On time and as promised, my review of the "Stalincane" - known more formally as the Soviet Hurricane Mk.IIB.

 

Soviet Hurricane Mk.IIB - A New Lease of Life

Next time? The P-38J-15 Lightning.

 

Until then, keep on flying and smiling you wonderful warriors of the skies! 

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My review of the Lockheed P-38J-15 is now available for you to view using the link below:

 

P-38J-15 Lightning - Low Intensity

Next weekend I shall be doing my first ever "Reserve" review; featuring the Breda Ba.65 (K.14) L.

 

Have a great week folks! 

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And here we go! The Breda Ba.65 (K.14) L:

 

Ba.65 (K.14) L - One of a Kind

Next time's a surprise, so until next weekend you'll just have to keep guessing!

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I will be honest, this was not the surprise I intended to give you, but I was meaning to do this all the same. Here's a long overdue re-review of the P-40E-1:

 

P-40E-1 Kittyhawk - Love-Hate Relationship

Next time I will be reviewing the P-40C Tomahawk - the plane I was hoping to surprise you with a review of!

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The P-40C!

 

P-40C - The Flying Tiger

Next time I shall be reviewing the C.202EC. Until then, have a great week everyone. 

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As promised, my review of the C.202EC:

 

C.202EC - An Excellent Experiment

Next weekend we shall be reviewing the I-16 Type 27 Ishak. Until then, take care and good luck in the skies as always folks! 

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The I-16 Type 27 Ishak:

 

I-16 Type 27 Ishak - Living on the Edge

Next time? The P-43A-1.

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Right on call: the P-43A-1 Lancer!

 

P-43A-1 - Difficult to Dislike

Next time we return to the Italian Airforce and take a look at the C.205 serie 1! Have a great work you fine folk! 

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The C.205 (Veltro) serie 1 in its full glory!

 

C.205 serie 1 - All Bark And No Bite

Next weekend I shall be starting my reviews of the highly requested Kingcobras. We shall begin with the P-63A-5. Until then, have a nice Mother's Day! 

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The first of the Kingcobras - the P-63A-5:

 

P-63A-5 Kingcobra - Quick Fix

As for next time, I shall be reviewing the Do 217 N-2 - yes you have read that right! Everyone wants a review of it for some reason...