FSX Default F/A-18C Rampagers

Enhance your Microsoft Flight Simulator X Acceleration library with this specialized repaint crafted by Ray Gagnon. It features the distinctive markings of VFA-83 Rampagers on the F/A-18C Hornet, delivering an authentic look of a renowned naval strike fighter unit. This free add-on requires the default Acceleration F-18 base model (available in the Fly Away Simulation mod library), as it only includes texture files.

Immersive Naval Aesthetic

These custom textures capture the highly recognizable stripes, insignias, and squadron-branded details that characterize the real-world Rampagers unit. In actual service, VFA-83 has flown from several carrier decks, relying on the Hornet’s canted stabilizers and high-angle-of-attack performance for agile maneuvers over the open seas.

Technical Insights

The F/A-18C Hornet is renowned for its rugged fuselage and carrier-ready build. With its powerful afterburning engines, it delivers impressive thrust-to-weight performance. Pilots operating these jets often rely on sophisticated flight-control systems, large flaps, and leading-edge extensions to sustain control during aggressive maneuvers. This repaint reflects those design attributes in detail, emphasizing the Hornet’s versatility in both fighter and attack roles.

Installation Procedure

1. Place the texture.rampagers folder inside your default Acceleration F-18 directory.
2. Add the following lines to your aircraft.cfg, substituting “XX” with the next appropriate entry number:

[fltsim.XX]
title=FA-18 Hornet Rampagers
sim=FA-18
model=
panel=
sound=
texture=rampagers
kb_checklists=boeing_FA18_check
kb_reference=boeing_FA18_ref
atc_airline=NAVY
atc_id=300
atc_flight_number=300
ui_manufacturer="Boeing"
ui_type="F/A-18"
ui_variation=Rampagers
ui_typerole=Carrier Based
ui_createdby=Ray Gagnon
description="The Hornet combines the ruggedness required of carrier-borne aircraft with speed and superior agility, especially at high angles of attack. Its powerful engines, canted vertical stabilizers, horizontal stabilators, large leading- and trailing-edge flaps, and sophisticated flight control system all contribute to a level of performance that makes the Hornet a versatile front-line fighter in several air forces around the world."

Key Notes

• This is a repaint package only; the original model is not included.
• Refer to Fly Away Simulation’s library to acquire the default Acceleration F-18 base model if needed.
• All credit goes to Ray Gagnon for creating these detailed Rampagers textures.