The A-8 was the first Curtiss tactical monoplane built for the U.S. Army; all previous designs by this company for the US Army were biplanes. The A-8 had many advanced features, including an all-metal structure with an all-metal covering. It had trailing edge flaps and full span leading-edge slats which opened automatically at high angles of attack. It provided the basis for the later radial-engined A-12. Together the Shrikes formed the backbone of Army attack aviation in the early and mid 1930s. FSDS2 model, 2D panel, XML gauges, sounds and flight dynamics by David Wooster. Textures by Mick Morrissey.
Originally submitted by Mick (2006-03-19 22:27:45)
Originally submitted by Mick (2006-03-19 22:27:45)
