Bah, the D11 is no different from the D25 and the D30 really. On a full fuel load internal it's like 350 lbs lighter (less gas) and has increased side-plate area due to the razorback canopy that gives it better stability at low speed. Other than that, how much fuel you are carrying means more than whether it's a D25 or a D11 in my experience. And I have quite a bit of experience in Jugs.
If you can get kills in the D11, you can get them just as easily in the D25 or D30. Those of us who have been flying Jugs for months find it very similar to the others. Those that are trying a Jug for the first time in a while are just getting surprised at what a capable plane it really is. It doesn't turn, it doesn't accellerate, and it doesn't climb. At arena altitudes, it's slower than many of it's competitors. It can dive, zoom, and hold energy with vertical maneuvers. It has a very good high speed initial turn. It rolls and handles well at all speeds, but particulary at high speed compared to most other planes. It has one of the best gun sets in the entire game. I only rate 4x Hispano .20mm higher than 8 .50's.
If you think the D11 is good... try the D25 and D30. I guarantee you'll find they are just as competitive if you take a bit less fuel than in the D11. Once the Aux tank burns off in all the Jugs, they really start to handle well. When you get 'em down to 50% main tank and less, they'll surprise a lot of people and get you kills.
If you still think something is wrong... what is? Is it too fast? Roll too well? Climb too well? Turn too well? Do some tests and see for yourself. "It should suck more than this" doesn't cut it.
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[This message has been edited by Lephturn (edited 06-01-2001).]
