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goatmilk
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 Posted: Apr 25, 2005 - 09:52 PM
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| Does anyone know if there will be a two-seat version of the F-35? I can see it happening with the A and C models, but as to how they're going to fit a 2nd cockpit area for the B model, I have no idea. From what I have heard, fuel space is limited enough already on the STOVL. I know the Harriers had two-seaters, but they didn't have a gigantic lift fan behind the cockpit. The only way I can think of is to extend the front section forward, but hey, I'm not an engineer so...any info or clues guys? |
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Polaris
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Posted: Apr 25, 2005 - 09:25 PM
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| I don't think Lockheed Martin ever planned for a 2 seat version of the F-35. |
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Roscoe
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Posted: Apr 26, 2005 - 02:52 PM
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| Agreed...it went away the same time the F-22 two seater was cnx'ed. With the ability of today's sims, two-seat checkouts are no longer a necessity. |
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Posted: Apr 26, 2005 - 10:56 PM
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| With technology being what it is, it wouldn't surprise me if they came up with a "virtual GIB" for both jets. Find a way to datalink/telemeter HUD video and instrument status to a ground station and have the instructor monitor and/or correct the stud remotely. He obviously wouldn't be able to take command but at least he'd be able to tell the stud what he's doin' right or wrong. |
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Roscoe
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Posted: Apr 27, 2005 - 02:08 AM
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| That's actually a cool idea... |
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Posted: Apr 27, 2005 - 04:39 AM
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Not a bad idea at all  . Just curious, why not just go ahead and wire up the jet like a drone - let the IP take control from the ground? It shouldn't be too hard with all the computers used for the fly by wire. |
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Posted: Apr 27, 2005 - 06:05 AM
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| First, the WSOs....next, the pilots. The computers are taking over!!! |
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