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Here is what written on the site I found these. I guess “peculiarities” would be subjective. I’m not at my computer right now and I can’t get the link to copy on my phone but these came from The Internet Archives. There are several more there should anyone want to look at them. I think they’d make pretty cool wall hangings for the sim room. “Aircraft recognition posters were used – in concert with other tools such as three dimensional scale models and film slides – by instructors to teach students how to identify and differentiate between Allied and Axis aircraft. The phrase "WEFT UP", seen on the right side of the posters, was a mnemonic listing six major aspects of aircraft design to focus on to aid in recognition. The letters stood for: wings, engine, fuselage, tail, undercarriage, and peculiarities. The stars next to each letter may indicate the prominence of each figure for each model of aircraft. The "MacArthur Names" included for Japanese aircraft refer to the "hillbilly" series of reporting names developed by the Allied Technical Air Intelligence Unit. These posters were published by the Naval Aviation Training Division from October 1942 to April 1943 and the Bureau of Aeronautics in February 1944. The latter are labeled "U.S. Government Printing Office : 1944–O–572602". A distinct change in font is also noticeable between December 1942 and January 1943. It is most evident in that the latter uses an "O" character to represent a "0". Some minor mistakes in the format of designations, such as hyphen placement (e.g. "L4-A" instead of "L-4A") exist as well. This collection of 120 posters comes from the Tri-State Warbird Museum and was scanned by the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library. The title of each poster has been reproduced verbatim in the item name, but the correct format of the aircraft's manufacturer, designation, and nickname – if applicable – is included in the description.”

WWII wartime recognition posters. Sorry if these have been posted previously. Did a quick search but I didn't find them here. https://archive.org/search?query=creator%3A"U.S.+Navy%2C+Bureau+of+Aeronautics"

Forward and up. Imagine if he put it in reverse?

Odd I missed it. Gives me a good excuse to go back.

I haven't been to the Air Zoo in six years. I don't recall seeing a Corsair there then. They had the Wildcat and an SBD under restoration at that time. Neither looked like much then. I've got to get back down there soon.

Very impressive model.

You too. Amazing to think that was 25 years ago. Still quite a few of the old dogs still around.

A lot of that came from the documentary "The Last Bomb". Great film. Are the same Major Lee from EAW way back when?* *Never mind. Looked at your profile. If I remember correctly we're from the same neck of the woods.

Great videos. Your narration has really improved Jason. I'm looking forward to watching this sim develop! Best of luck!! After re-reading the portion about your needs and whats of some skilled skinners to help create skins for showcasing Combat Pilot, I realized I'm not of that caliber of artist but thankfully this community is loaded with talent in that regard. All the same, I cannot wait to tackle some PTO skins when this sim goes live.

Just as with the previous sim we all know well, I was all in with each early access opportunity. Never missed once. At least until the big changes over the last year or so. But that was then and this is now. Depending on what comes in the future over there I might still jump on board. But here, I’d much prefer the chance to invest again in this new venture given the chance as opposed to a subscription. Considering all we’ve seen so far, along with the leadership we’ve long known, I’d be confident plunking down cash for an early access to Combat Pilot. It was what made the other sim so special to my mind.

Incredible looking models. The interior of the carrier is incredible. At some point in the future, I hope we'll be able to explore (that is, wander around) the hanger deck. Sign me up anytime for early access. I've got cash burning a hole in my pocket for this.

Merry Christmas to all simmers and best wishes to the team for continued success in their venture.

I haven't watched the newest version of this story, but having read the book a couple of times and then watched the original movie from 1930, I thought this TV movie was pretty good when it was first broadcast way back when. Richard Thomas broke from his Waltons JohnBoy image very effectively. Ernest Borgnine was excellent in his role. It's on Amazon Prime currently. I think the film held up pretty effectively. Good cast with several familiar faces.

To be completely accurate, A Guy Named Joe starts out in the ETO with Spencer Tracy flying a B-25. He dies bombing, (ironically considering the thread topic) a German carrier. There are a couple of great sequences featuring early P-38s and B-26s filling in as Japanese Bettys. One of my favorite Van Johnson films.