Petition for American Aircraft

Dev Server "Leviathans" General Discussion - Dev Server
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And folder them for a quarter of the research? Yeah. Maybe it would be alright. Even better

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Conclusion: The FA-18C Early requires integration of BOL countermeasure dispensers. Its future niche aligns with existing premium packs like the A-10A Thunderbolt II and AV-8B (NA) Harrier – offering limited tech-tree progression (with diminishing efficiency over time) while serving as a ground-attack platform in Ground Realistic Battles (GRB). Consequently, enhanced survivability is essential.

Key Reasoning:

  1. Upcoming Competition: Next update introduces the German F/A-18 pack and Italian MiG-29 pack. While specifics of the German variant are beyond this discussion (ideally both should have unique strengths, e.g., potential German advantages vs. superior US countermeasures for balanced satisfaction), their core role overlaps with the US F/A-18C Early.
  2. The MiG-29 Threat:This new top-tier premium (BR 12.7) will directly contest the F/A-18C Early. Its superior speed allows faster base-striking with napalm for Research Points (RP). No F/A-18 variant (US, German, or future) can compete with the MiG-29 in this role.
  3. Compromised Air-to-Air (A2A) Capability:
    While carrying A2A missiles (AIM-7P performance noted), the F/A-18C Early’s maximum speed (~Mach 1.03 at low altitude) severely limits engagement flexibility.
    It lacks the initiative to pursue targets, functioning primarily in a defensive/reactive capacity – similar to the A-10’s tactical limitation.
  4. Evolving Niche Definition:
    The MiG-29 pack mirrors the historical role of the MiG-23ML: RP grinding via A2A and base bombing.
    The F/A-18C Early, however, now fits the A-10A/AV-8B(NA)/F-20A niche: primarily GRB attack with secondary A2A capability (F-20A being analogous to the F-5C).
    The F-4S occupies a distinct position. A future, faster US high-tier premium is likely inevitable, potentially further marginalizing the F/A-18C Early.

The Case for BOL:
Given its deliberate placement in the A-10/AV-8B GRB-attack niche, the F/A-18C Early requires improved defensive capabilities. Adding BOL dispensers is critical to:

  • Fulfill its intended GRB role effectively against evolving SAM threats (longer ranges, AIM-120/AIM-9 mixes).
  • Address player concerns regarding value perception (e.g., short pre-order exclusivity, perceived advantages of the German variant).

Recommendation:
Ideal: Full BOL integration (optimal player satisfaction).

  • Minimum Viable:Provision of at least two BOL pods.
  • Unacceptable: No countermeasure enhancement.

(Translated & logically structured by AI for clarity)

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Every American jet that used or uses BOL pods should receive because of the spaa that is teased to come in the next update. No American fighter has MAWs (besides the F-16C that should get PIDS). From that standpoint other top tier jets are more survivable.
Also, the finish hornet receives bol but the American one doesn’t?

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