Embark on a unique journey with us as we restore the iconic F-104G Starfighter aircraft once flown by the German Navy Demo team "Vikings." Witness the fusion of classic aviation history and modern technology in an unforgettable project.
Experience the thrill of flying a legendary Starfighter in a digital world through a modern flight simulator. Immerse yourself in the fully working cockpit experience as we continue our work in progress to bring this exciting project to life.
Our team is currently hard at work restoring and upgrading an iconic Starfighter aircraft, seamlessly integrating modern flight simulator technology. Aviation enthusiasts will be thrilled at the prospect of interfacing with realistic cockpit instruments, avionics, control stick, and radar in this immersive experience. Picture yourself immersed in a 270-degree dome projection, feeling like you're truly piloting this legendary aircraft.
Every detail is meticulously crafted to provide an authentic and thrilling experience that bridges the gap between the real Starfighter and the cutting-edge technology of the DCS flight simulator. Enthusiasts can look forward to the exhilaration of flying with unparalleled realism, where every control is at your fingertips, and every maneuver feels like the real deal. Join us on this journey as we bring together history and innovation in a unique and unforgettable aviation simulation.
May 2024: DC bus is installed, PC build in
June 2024: Throttle, Stick and Rudder are functional
RPM indicator is working
---- First flight !! ----
July - August 2024: Installed Power supplies and cooling in the electronic bay. First tests with projector in dome. The quality of the video was not satisfying because there was still a lot of ambient light entering the dome.
September 2024: Martijn, a good friend came by to test a new surprise .... That was fantastic, so soon I will be able to announce a great upgrade of the project.
October 2024: New PC arrived with a RTX4090 Nvidia So full speed high resolution flying.
