CJ Simulations – Dassault Rafale v1.1.7

v1.1.7:
– Cockpit:
– Redesigned the cockpit’s front panels, side panels, and canopy to better resemble the real-life model.
– Optimized texture sizes to reduce GPU load, removing textures from non-visible areas.
– Reworked some textures to add wear and tear to cockpit elements that appeared overly “clean.”
– Optimized geometry to improve framerate performance.
– Adjusted the general cockpit camera zoom from 0.45 to 0.35 and redesigned the instrument cameras.

– Exterior:
– Reduced the resolution of certain textures to optimize GPU load without noticeable quality loss.
– Recreated PBR textures to give the fuselage a more realistic wear and tear appearance.
– Corrected landing gear light illumination to avoid glare while maintaining effective nighttime lighting.
– Updated nozzle textures to add wear and tear details.

– Additions:
– Added the “SuperNouNou” (SNN) variant of the M model, which shares liveries with the M model. This variant includes a Refueling Pod, two 2000L tanks, and two 1250L tanks.
– This variant is cosmetic only and does not perform refueling functions in either single-player or multiplayer modes. However, it should be compatible with Airshow Assistant if the owner enables it.

– Compatibility with MSFS 2024:
– After extensive testing, it can be concluded that the R-Fal is 99% compatible with MSFS 2024. However:
– Since flight plans in MSFS 2024 are managed through the simulator’s EFB, it is recommended not to create flight plans or procedures from the FPL and FM pages. Instead, use the FlightPlanner tool in the EFB, and once completed, select the first option “File Plan with ATC” so it can be read and managed by the MFDs. After this, you should be able to view and manage the flight plan from FPL, including activating legs, loading approach frequencies, etc.
– Until Asobo patches MSFS 2024, pilots are not visible in any MSFS2020 aircraft used in MSFS 2024 (this is intentional by Asobo due to pilot positioning issues during the Alpha version).
– Afterburner effects currently experience a visual illumination delay upon disengagement (this is also a core SIM issue that Asobo needs to resolve).

The R-FAL is a twin-jet fighter aircraft able to operate from both an aircraft carrier and a shore base. The fully versatile R-FAL is able to carry out all combat aviation missions: air superiority and air defense, close air support, in-depth strikes, reconnaissance, anti-ship strikes and nuclear deterrence. The R-FAL entered service with the French Navy in 2004 and with the French Air Force in 2006. R-FAL is one of the most seasoned fighters in the world. It has been combat proven since 2007. The export success of the R-FAL has been vindicated. R-FAL has now more export orders than French orders.