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Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: tommygun on May 25, 2007, 05:02:17 PM

I really like the Hellcat but it seems out classed in the MA. Any thoughts?

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Spikes on May 25, 2007, 05:11:07 PM

f4u is faster and has stronger flaps.

Title: Re: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Lusche on May 25, 2007, 05:32:46 PM

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Originally posted by tommygun
I really like the Hellcat but it seems out classed in the MA. Any thoughts?

Forget the "but" in your sentence.

If you really like the Hellcat, it's not important if it is "outclassed". Many planes are outclassed in a way by the few top-notch latewar monsters.
Yes, on paper it is beaten by many planes in one category or the other (or even more ;) ) but MA with it's highly heterogenous skill levels, the pilot is more important.

I don't know if you you happen to know DokGonzo's Plane Evaluation Site (http://gonzoville.com/ahcharts/index.php) so I am just posting the link again. Go there to compare the fighter planes we do have in game.

Title: Re: Re: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: bozon on May 25, 2007, 05:41:30 PM

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Originally posted by Lusche
Forget the "but" in your sentence.

That is right. Fly it because you like it.

The F6F may not be the hottest ride, but it is a very decent performer - meaning, it is up to you to make it work and the cat will not handicap you. Besides, it is way cooler than the F4U.

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Blooz on May 25, 2007, 06:41:02 PM

The Corsair is the better choice if you're going to 'Lone Wolf'.

If you have a couple Hellcat friends you can bring them to the party no extra charge.

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: SteveBailey on May 26, 2007, 01:58:27 AM

Ask Drex's, Greebo's, or Mathman's victims if the hellcat is outclassed.  For the most part, it's the stick, not the ride.


:)

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Shuckins on May 26, 2007, 06:11:39 AM

Any of the three sticks that SteveBailey mentioned will absolutely eat you alive with a Hellcat.

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Kweassa on May 26, 2007, 06:21:21 AM

Fly what sticks to you, tommygun.
 The pilot grows into his plane of choice.

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: SgtPappy on May 26, 2007, 11:36:22 PM

Roooccckkkiiie.

Yea, fly the one YOU want. Dont fly a plane cuz its uber, fly it cuz u like it.

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Saxman on May 27, 2007, 12:21:12 AM

Of course, when you LIKE uber... :D

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Benny Moore on May 27, 2007, 06:21:28 AM

I quite agree with SgtPappy.  That's what I did, and it worked for me.  That's what he's doing, too.

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: SlapShot on May 27, 2007, 08:09:35 AM

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Originally posted by SteveBailey
Ask Drex's, Greebo's, or Mathman's victims if the hellcat is outclassed.  For the most part, it's the stick, not the ride.


:)

Don't forget Wadke ... I dueled him once ... me in a Spit V and him in the HellCat.

He opened my eyes to what the HellCat can do ... have been a fan of the HellCat since. My main ride is the WildCat, then followed by the HellCat.

I have schooled many a F4U in the HellCat ... like Steve said ... it's all about the pilot.

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Gianlupo on May 27, 2007, 09:29:58 AM

Talking about Wadke... where is he? He definitely quit? I miss my fights with him..... :(

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: SlapShot on May 27, 2007, 10:53:30 AM

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Originally posted by Gianlupo
Talking about Wadke... where is he? He definitely quit? I miss my fights with him..... :(

RL has him all tied up ... he keeps threatening to come back ... and I hope he does.

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Gianlupo on May 27, 2007, 12:47:43 PM

I do hope, too! :) Say "Hi" to him from me... I hope he remembers.

Title: Re: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: Sweet2th on May 27, 2007, 06:56:30 PM

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Originally posted by tommygun
I really like the Hellcat but it seems out classed in the MA. Any thoughts?

Depends on who you fly it with and where.You are more than welcome to come join a HELLCATS AWAY mission any time!!!


(http://www.onpoi.net/ah/pics/users/902_1180247747_vf4vf31coop.jpg)


(http://www.onpoi.net/ah/pics/users/902_1177257234_hellcatsaway2.jpg)

Title: Hellcat or Corsair D-hog
Post by: SgtPappy on May 28, 2007, 08:40:27 PM

I wish that the F6F-6 entered service. O well.