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                         *   Lockheed - Martin    *
                         *   C-130H Hercules     *
                         * Fuerza Aerea Venezolana *
                         * Reg ID: 1276 *
                         *   ( C130_FAV.ZIP )     *
                         *    For FS2000 Only     *
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         C-130 in the "H" Model series from Lockheed Martin Aerospace,
         United States of America,
         
          Fuerza Aerea Venezolana C-130H Hercules ver2
         The C-130's were delivered to Venezuela in 1972,
         and are still used every day today. The few planes still active in the
         FAV have made great contributions to Venezuela. Today they are used
         for military equipment and personnel transportation. These planes also
         fly a daily route through Venezuela known as the "Ruta Social".

         NOTAM: This aircraft has a loading ramp ...Use the "/" Spoiler key to open or close.
         Now with Tactical Lighting ....All exterior lights can be turned off at night.

         AF99/AA Design and Night Artwork by: Barry Blaisdell
         Internet: barrywb@snet.net
         Web Site: http://www.flightsimnetwork.com/premaircraft/

          Fuerza Aerea Venezolana Paint by Hans van Beilen
          Internet: hans_van_beilen@hotmail.com 

         Technical Advisor: Dave Gillespie - USCG
         The special knee board REF file and checklist was created by
         David Gillespie.
         Internet:  daveg1@gci.net

         Original Aircraft test flown and approved by Tony Cortes, Lieutenant,
         USCG - HC130 Pilot and Dave Gillespie, both based at Kodiak,
         Alaska.

         Special Thanks to Jens Borgstroem (Duckling Air) for creating
         the Flight Dynamics for this Aircraft.
         Visit Duckling Air, the Virtual Airline in Denmark:
         http://www.danbbs.dk/~jbdk/duckling/ and
         http://www.Duckling-Air.dk/

         NOTAM: This aircraft is in FS2000 Format !

         The FS2000 Standard Edition Patch #2B Program  Should be installed.
             OR
         The FS2000 Professional Edition Patch #2B Program  Should be installed.
       
         These *needed* PATCH files are available from microsoft.com and
         flightsim.com plus other Flightsim sites on the Net. 

          In FS2000 you can set input for control to less sensitive for more
         realistic handling and feel !
         But with Jens Borgstroem's new FS2K air file included in this zip, you
         should start with controls set to 'middle' (= default setting ).

         To install:
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         UnZip to your FS2000\AIRCRAFT Folder using WinZip or similar program
         making sure the "INCLUDE SUBFOLDERS" Box is checked.

         !! Panel and sound are set for *default* = B737 panel and sound !!

         Then add your favorite turboprop sound files and panel and go flying.

         I can recommend a complete set of sounds named: 
         fa2ksnd.zip ( for FS2000) by Mike Hambly which can be found at Flightsim .com 
         These are recordings from an actual C-130
         Also you can add the sounds of the C-130 APU with the file 130HQAPU which
         can be found at: 
         http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Maze/1190/

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         Included special INFO, manuals asf. ( find in the folder ' Docs '):
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         1)
         I point you to the included POH, Pilots Operation Hand Book, for the FSsimmer,
         A comprehensive text file with lots of info and also instructions on how to
         operate and fly this airplane, based upon a.o. test flights performed by
         the author and real life Herc pilot, Tony Cortes, Lieutenant.
         The POH, 'HC130_POH.txt' was compiled by Maintenance Technician First Class
         (AMT1) David Gillespie, USCG at Kodiak Alaska.

         2)
         Also included please find a unique TEST FLIGHT REPORT created by real life
         pilot, Tony Cortes, Lieutenant, USCG at Kodiak Alaska.
         Name of that report is: PilotViev.txt
         I am very proud and honored to present this report - when you have read it
         I'm sure you'll understand why ! :o)

        
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         This aircraft was created by me using AF99 by Abacus Software
         and consists of a.o. 16 point round fuselage and 3D parts,
         animated control surfaces, moving flaps, animated props and landing gear
          - all added using "Aircraft Animator".
         It also operating Landing and taxi Lights, special night lighting on
         fuselage and .. and ..

         Furthermore: Operational Nav Lights and Strobes.
                      Operational Cargo ramp ( air brake / spoiler key ) and
                       Textured 4 bladed Props shown at engines off.


         Spec's from HC-130H Flight Manual, Lockheed Martin, and U.S.Coast Guard

         Manufacturer: Lockheed

         Wing Span: 132' 7"
         Wing Area: 1,734 square feet
         Height: 38' 3"
         Length: 97' 9"
         Max Gross Weight: 155,000 lbs.(175,000 lbs. Emergency War Plan)
         Empty Weight: 76,780 lbs.
         Number Engines: 4
         Propulsion Type: Allison T56-A15 Turboprop
         Fuel Capacity: 62,900 lbs.
         Max Endurance: 14 hrs
         Max Speed: 330 knots
         Cruising Speed: 290 knots
         Max Range: 4,500 nautical miles
         Radius of Action: 1,600 nautical miles
         Service Ceiling: 33,000 feet above sea level
         Number of Pilots: 2
         Number Flight Crew: 5
         
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           Legal Stuff
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 1.   These files are for free use and enjoyment of all MSFS fans and can be
      distributed free of charge to any BBS, Site or FTP aso. provided all files
      that come with it are present in their original form and no money is made
      with it and as long no money is envolved as to general membership or
      participation of the site, BBS, FTP aso.

 2.   It's an act of piracy to *repaint* or in any way *rework* or use the MDL file
      ( incl. reverse engineering ) or any parts of this plane without my permission.
      Please contact me for Permisson
      Barry Blaisdell Internet: barrywb@snet.net

 3.   The in this package included Flight Dynamics created by Jens Borgstroem is *his*
      property, covered by copyright too - so *no* use of the air file without *his*
      permission is allowed either.

 4.   Neither of us are in any way responsable for anything that happens to you or your
      equipment as a result of using these files which are presented "as is".

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      ALL FILES ARE Copyrighted 2000 by the individual authors. 

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   Enjoy flying the C-130H ... The 'Herc way'.
 
   Jan, 2001
 
   Barry Blaisdell

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