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Exiled government's delegate's response:
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Hey how's it going? :)
Welcome
Thank you. Pleasure to be here.
Hi, welcome to our ranks
Hello there :)
I'm not religious but happy palm!
Response to the delegate of 
Kravato.
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Maybe there will be time for a rebuttal before the discussion phase ends.
- Try to get into crowded elevators before people exit
- Push on a Pull door
- Pull on a Push door
- Pay for Adobe products
- Not taste test their food while cooking (if possible)
- Vote for Republican politicians
- Post on a two decade old dead nationbuilding website
- Eat British "cuisine"
I think that about covers it
Nice to see you again!
I might have to test that
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A Mairish Air Force AF-26D over the Southern Sea.
Role | Multirole Fighter |
Origin | |
Manufacturer | Alavi (1980-1994) |
Users | Baumes |
Produced | 1980-present |
Built | 574+ |
Status | In Service |
The AF-26 Gyrfalcon is a twin-engine multirole combat aircraft designed and produced by Alavi Aerospace. The project was first commissioned in 1972 as a direct replacement to its aging
Alavi AF-22 Swift fleet along with providing the Baumish Aerial Forces (BAF) a more modern and refined front-line service fighter. The initial design was designed to meet the demands of a mandate issued by the Ministry of Defence for an Advanced Frontline Fighter. The specifications and requirements were extremely ambitious, calling for the design to have long-range, exceptional agility, heavy armament, Mach 2+ speed, and good short-field performance (along with the ability to operate from unpaved runways). While the design lost to the Societal Goshawk, it did win the Advanced Lightweight Fighter. Production began in 1980 with the first aircraft entering service just about 2 years later in 1982. Its versatility and capabilities as a lower-cost fighter has made it an exceptionally accomplished aircraft. As a multirole fighter, the AF-26 is able to undertake several missions such as escort, fleet air defense, suppression of enemy air defenses, electronic warfare, deep air support, close-air support, and reconnaissance to name a few.
The initial AF-26A/B variants incorporated some of the most advanced radars and avionics of the time and was also one of the first fighters equipped with a helmet-mounted display. This technology provides the pilot with enhanced situational awareness and a clearer. In combat, pilots without a helmet-mounted display will have to align their aircraft to shoot at a target. With it, pilots merely have to point their heads at a target, select a weapon and shoot. The AF-26C is the carrier variant operated by the Costavozkan Navy. The AF-26D/E are the heavily upgraded and modernized variants first introduced in 2006. It features a larger fuel capacity and was also able to achieve a more multirole capability thanks to the enhanced use of air-to-air and air-to-ground high-precision weapons.
The AF-26 by far has the longest production run of any Baumish fighter in existence. Its popularity as a fighter in both Baumes and abroad has allowed the aircraft to continue production even after 4 decades. Since production first started in 1980, over 572 units have been produced, of which 331 remain in active service with 10 nations worldwide. The AF-26 is the most-produced Baumish jet fighter to date and is one of the most widely operated fighters in history.
History
The predecessor of the AF-26, the AF-22 was first introduced into the BAF in 1963 as a replacement for the
Alavi AF-20 Harpy. The BAF valued its efficient performance, agility, simplicity, reliability and great affordability, and for nearly a decade, it was the primary frontline fighter of the BAF. However, the development of newer and heavier fighters with greater performance and fighting capabilities rendered the AF-22 inferior by the turn of the 1970's. The AF-20 could only carry as many as 5 short-range missiles at the same time, rendering it almost useless for beyond-visual-range and long-range combat. The Costavozkan Aerospace FI-21 was purchased from Costavozka in 1971 as a potential replacement for the AF-20 and AF-22 although the FI-21 did not meet the expectations of the BAF, which when introduced into the BAF's inventory was no match for newer fighters. This prompted the Ministry of Defence to issue a requirement for an Advanced Frontline Fighter. Alavi submitted the initial AF-26 design while Societal submitted their Goshawk. Around the same time, a program for an Advanced Lightweight Fighter was also announced. The development of the Alteran P.48 Pigeon, along with the growing trend of lightweight fighters prompted Baumes to follow suit. Furthermore, studies revealed a light fighter could be a popular aircraft in the export market.
The first AF-26A delivered to the BAF in 1986.
The heavier Goshawk design won the mandate for the Advanced Frontline Fighter in 1973. However, Alavi at the last minute decided to submit their AF-26 to the Advanced Lightweight Fighter instead, noticing a clear advantage between it and the other applicants. Alavi's design was awarded the contract. The first flight occurred in 1977 and after a series of operational assessments and testing, mass production began in 1980. The BAF officially inducted the AF-26 into its fleet in 1982.
The first foreign order for the AF-26 was from the Costavozkan Air Corps in 1985. Their order for 48 AF-26s was fulfilled within 5 years, with the last aircraft being delivered by the end of 1990. The Mairish Air Force also ordered 36 airframes just 2 years later in 1987. The same year, Baumes authorized the sale of 25 units to Vacrus. They were originally ordered by Baumes but as a result of the disintegration of the communist rule over Baumes, they were sold off to Vacrus instead. Shortly after delivering the aircraft, Baumes' view towards Vacrus cooled down, resulting in Baumes' reluctance to sell weapons to Vacrus.
While Baumes had planned to retire the AF-26 by the late 2000s, Alavi managed to convince the BAF to allow the development of the AF-26D/E models, which were an extensively modernized variant with upgraded avionics, and increased armament. The airframe was redesigned with lighter aluminum-lithium alloy material to increase the thrust-to-weight ratio and also allow an increase in both weapons load and fuel. The aircraft subsequently replaced most of the older variants such as in Baumes, Costavozka, and Mairland. After lengthy talks, Wangano agreed to purchase 22 units in 2009. Recently, the United Republics Air Force also acquired 13 fighters as aggressor fighters as training against similar Balniki fighters.
Variants
A Costavozkan Air Corps AF-26A in 2003.
An AF-26C landing on the Costavozkan carrier CNSV Costavozka.
An AF-26E taking off from Paratejo Air Force Base
The AF-26A is the original single-seater model designed purely for combat purposes. Early models featured the Marcia I radar and the GAL-124 optical-electronic sighting system. Models produced after 1985 were fitted with an enlarged dorsal spine to accommodate a larger fuel tank and the Valentez V-5 jammer. The 1991 block upgrade was the first major upgrade that featured flight control system improvements with 4 new computers for improved stability augmentation and controllability with an increase of 2° in angle of attack. It can also carry 1,150 L underwing drop tanks and a centerline tank. The inboard underwing hardpoints design also allowed a tandem pylon arrangement to carry larger payloads of up to 4,000 kg. New radars and avionics were also added to improve all-weather and nighttime combat capabilities. This upgrade was later also performed on the AF-26B. The AF-26A was replaced by the AF-26D.
AF-26B
The AF-26B is the two-seat variant initially designed as a trainer variant for the BAF however, later airframes are fully combat capable. As a combat aircraft, it is primarily designed for strike roles with an increased weapons load of 4,500 kg on six underwing and one ventral hardpoints. It has the ability to accommodate a larger variety of air-to-ground weapons and has improved air-to-ground radar detection. Most AF-26A models were also upgraded to a similar standard with the same radars, allowing the AF-26A to have a more refined strike capability. Airframes built after 1991 have improved night attack capabilities thanks to an upgraded thermal navigation pod, forward looking infrared array, targetting pod, night-vision goggles, two full-color multi-function display, and a color moving map. A synthetic aperture ground mapping radar was also equipped enabling pilots to locate targets in poor visibility. The AF-26B replaced older trainer and strike fighters such as the Alavi AF-24 Robin. The AF-26B in turn has mostly been phased out in favour of the AF-26E.
AF-26C
The AF-26C is the carrier variant designed for the Costavozkan Navy. It was commissioned by the navy in 1988 as a replacement for its FI-21 naval fighter, which they did not find good enough on a flight deck. The Advanced Deck-Based Fighter was the navy's program to acquire and replace the FI-21s. Alavi submitted the AF-26C, a modified version of the AF-26A designed purely for naval purposes with a reinforced airframe and undercarriage, foldable wings, and an arrestor hook. Other changes include the undercarriage track being widened and internal fuel was increased from 3,340 to 4,560 kg to give it a combat radius of 850 km. With three underwing drop tanks, the combat radius can be increased to 1,300 km. The aircraft's maximum weight was also increased from 19,504 to 22,407 to accommodate for increased payloads. Unlike earlier AF-26s, the AF-26C asides from being able to receive fuel via aerial refueling can also "buddy" refuel other aircraft. The Costavozkan Navy preferred the AF-26C over the heavier Goshawk F3 naval variant and introduced the AF-26C into service in 1993. The Costavozkan Navy continues to operate 10 aircraft.
AF-26D
The development of the AF-26D began as early as 1998. The AF-26A/B variants were expected to start retirement by the early 2000s with the last ones being completely phased out by the 2010s. Alavi persuaded the BAF to consider a modernized AF-26 with "better performance than ever". By 2001, Alavi had completed the general design of the new aircraft. It was an extensively revised AF-26A/B and shares specifications similar to the AF-26C with a more multirole-oriented capability thanks to improved air-to-ground attack abilities. The geometry of the air intake ramps was also altered. The upper intake louvers were removed to accommodate for more fuel in the aircraft's leading-edge extension allowing an increase in range. Mesh screens were also fitted to prevent foreign object damage and inlet dimensions were enlargened for a higher airflow. An inflight refuelling probe is also standard and the aircraft is capable of carrying up to three drop tanks. Internal fuel capacity is also increased in the dorsal spine and leading-edge extension fuel tanks. This gives the AF-26D an operational range of 2,000 km with internal fuel, 3,200 km with three fuel drop tanks, and 6,000 km with three drop tanks and inflight refueling.
Another change in the AF-26D is a new pair of engines which provide an 8% power increase in comparison to older models due to the use of modern materials on the cooled blades. Thrust vectoring nozzles are now also offered upon request, which so far has only been applied to some fighters in the inventory of the Mairish Air Force. The AF-26D was first ordered and delivered to the BAF in 2006 and later replaced the AF-26A in Costavozka and Mairland.
AF-26E
The AF-26E is the twin-seat variant of the AF-26D which directly replaced the AF-26B as a trainer and combat aircraft. This version has identical characteristics and specifications to its single-seat variant with a slightly reduced range. As a strike fighter, it has improved air-to-ground attack capabilities thanks to improved radars to locate ground targets more precisely. The external payload capacity of 9 hardpoints has been increased to over 6,500 kg, depending on the type of equipment and armament. The AF-26E was also the first AF-26 to be equipped with an integrated modular avionics in 2009, which since has been standard in all AF-26E and AF-26D fighters. The AF-26E also has highly improved training capabilities. A full digital glass cockpit, four-channel digital fly-by-wire system, instructor-controlled and variable fly-by-wire handling characteristics and embedded simulation allows the aircraft to replicate characteristics of many 4th and 5th generation fighter. The aircraft is also a favorable trainer aircraft for modern air forces due to its modern systems and inexpensiveness. The AF-26E replaced the AF-26B in numerous nations.
Operators
Operator | AF-26A | AF-26B | AF-26C | AF-26D | AF-26E | Total |
| - | - | - | 48 | 48 | 96 |
| - | - | - | 24 | 24 | 48 |
| - | - | - | 24 | 24 | 48 |
| - | - | - | 24 | 12 | 36 |
| 12 | 13 | - | - | - | 25 |
| - | 18 | - | - | - | 18 |
| - | - | - | - | 13 | 13 |
| - | - | 10 | - | - | 10 |
Specifications
Variant | AF-26A | AF-26B | AF-26C | AF-26D | AF-26E |
Crew | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Length | 17.32 m | 17.32 m | 17.3 m | 17.37 m | 17.37 m |
Wingspan | 11.36 m | 11.36 m | 11.99 m | 11.4 m | 11.4 m |
Height | 4.73 m | 4.73 m | 4.4 m | 4.73 m | 4.73 m |
Wing Area | 38 m² | 38 m² | 43 m² | 38 m² | 38 m² |
Empty Weight | 11,000 kg | 11,000 kg | 11,000 kg | 13,380 kg | 13,380 kg |
Gross Weight | 14,900 kg | 14,900 kg | 18,950 kg | 19,200 kg | 19,000 kg |
Max Takeoff Weight | 18,000 kg | 18,000 kg | 24,500 kg | 26,500 kg | 26,500 kg |
Powerplant | Braviera BR-74 | Braviera BR-74 | Braviera BR-74NAV | Braviera BR-74ADV | Braviera BR-74ADV |
Max Speed | 2,450 km/h | 2,450 km/h | 2,200 km/h | 2,100 km/h | 2,100 km/h |
Range | 1,430 km | 1,430 km | 1,500 km | 2,000 km | 1,700 km |
Combat Range | 700 km | 700 km | 850 km | 1,000 km | 700 km |
Ferry Range | 2,100 km | 2,100 km | 3,000 km | 3,000 km | 2,700 km |
Service Ceiling | 18,000 m | 18,000 m | 17,500 m | 16,000 m | 16,200 m |
G Limits | +8 | +8 | +8 | +9 | +9 |
Rate of Climb | 330 m/s | 330 m/s | 330 m/s | 330 m/s | 330 m/s |
Wing Loading | 403 kg/m² | 403 kg/m² | 442 kg/m² | 442 kg/m² | 442 kg/m² |
Thrust/Weight | 1.09 | 1.09 | 0.95 | 1.02 | 1.02 |
Armament | Guns Hardpoints
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In case anyone is interested, I'll be updating this soon since a lot of operators have cte'd so let me know if you're interested
I believe this is the wrong factbook lol
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