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This is the P-51 cockpit from Flight Simulator. I would be happy with the RV cockpit as a basic choice for any of the warbirds vs. this one in my opinion. I wish I knew how to write or modify code better. Time to hit the books.

At work so can't try it out now, but this allows us to repaint the aircraft in Flight? Can we modify the flight dynamics and create new aircraft models?

At least I'm not the only one lol. I'm going to make an estimate that at least 80% of the community here wants Flight back.

agree

I sure hope so. Course it never died for me anyway. But new content will always be appreciated and bought. #justsaying

What is really fun is to fly at full speed in the RV directly underneath the bases of these monsters. Challenging but rewarding when you can go through the lot of 'em.

hmmm, a PT-17? Was getting excited until I google it and find that it is a Stearman. Nice.

Life in a virtual world I guess. Although I never ran into one, it is interesting to see that.

Does it register as a crash if you run into it?

Once again, I will repeat, for the third time....fists, hammers, clubs, baseball bats..etc. were not designed to kill people. They have a passive primary use that can be morphed into a weapon by a deranged individual. An automobile was not designed to kill, it is designed for transportation.

A civilian or military assault weapon is designed to kill as many people as possible, in the shortest time possible. They have no other use.

I do see your point however, guns weren't "designed" for mass shooting of people or young kids. Murder isn't breed into a piece of metal and lead. It takes the choice of a HUMAN to commit the crime with whatever tool he chooses. A gun can be used for target shooting, hunting, confidence, home defense, or common good (if you carry at all times). It amazes me how the many "good samaritian" stories of people saved by having a gun are not broadcasted with as much emphasis as the rare horrific ones.

The second amendment is about Federalism. It does not create an individual right.

 

And yes, you are supporting the murder of little children. What happened at Sandy Hook, and Aurora, and Columbine, and all of those other places where deranged gunmen killed scores of innocent people is the fault of people like you who place their own desire to play with toys above the safety and well being of others.

This comment is not appreciated. I am a gun owner, not a deranged gunman. Please state your own opinion without bashing others for theirs. Thanks.

I am pleasantly shocked and surprised that we have been able to discuss both sides of this issue. I never thought this topic would have reached almost 3,000 views and so many responses. Although people may or may not have changed their points, it is very interesting to read the comments so far. Thank you MODS for allowing the discussion to take place. I realize that this may not be related to AV Simming. We all are real people even if we are virtual pilots. I hope that we can at the end of the day not take our personal feelings out and enjoy simming as always. I do appreciate the viewpoints of everyone, Americans and other countries, as we see this issue raised to the United States government. May God bless and guide their decision for our future, whatever it may be.

The founding fathers ensured that private citizens had the same kind of weaponry as the King's soldiers in their time. I think there's still a compelling interest in the same sort of parity--a people that wants to remain free should not think it wise to endow their government with weapons while allowing their government to deny the same to themselves. I think it was Thomas Jefferson that said "those who turn their swords into plowshares will soon find themselves plowing for those who do not."

Wise words. 100%

I hope when the feds come for all the guns, enough state and city governors and people refuse and states secede if necessary. Which would include military bases and such. So a seceding state against the fed takeover could have a bunch of Apache's and F35's and bases as was mentioned. If all else fails of the three branches...

I honestly hope we never see this day, but I agree that something will happen if we are criminalized due to what gun or magazines we own or would like to own.

In the words of Patrick Henry:

"No man thinks more highly than I do of the patriotism, as well as abilities, of the very worthy gentlemen who have just addressed the House. But different men often see the same subject in different lights; and, therefore, I hope it will not be thought disrespectful to those gentlemen if, entertaining as I do, opinions of a character very opposite to theirs, I shall speak forth my sentiments freely, and without reserve.This is no time for ceremony. The question before the House is one of awful moment to this country. For my own part, I consider it as nothing less than a question of freedom or slavery; and in proportion to the magnitude of the subject ought to be the freedom of the debate. It is only in this way that we can hope to arrive at truth, and fulfil the great responsibility which we hold to God and our country. Should I keep back my opinions at such a time, through fear of giving offence, I should consider myself as guilty of treason towards my country, and of an act of disloyalty toward the majesty of heaven, which I revere above all earthly kings.

Mr. President, it is natural to man to indulge in the illusions of hope. We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth, and listen to the song of that siren till she transforms us into beasts. Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty? Are we disposed to be of the number of those who, having eyes, see not, and, having ears, hear not, the things which so nearly concern their temporal salvation? For my part, whatever anguish of spirit it may cost, I am willing to know the whole truth; to know the worst, and to provide for it.They tell us, sir, that we are weak; unable to cope with so formidable an adversary. But when shall we be stronger? Will it be the next week, or the next year? Will it be when we are totally disarmed, and when a British guard shall be stationed in every house? Shall we gather strength by irresolution and inaction? Shall we acquire the means of effectual resistance, by lying supinely on our backs, and hugging the delusive phantom of hope, until our enemies shall have bound us hand and foot? Sir, we are not weak if we make a proper use of those means which the God of nature hath placed in our power. Three millions of people, armed in the holy cause of liberty, and in such a country as that which we possess, are invincible by any force which our enemy can send against us. Besides, sir, we shall not fight our battles alone. There is a just God who presides over the destinies of nations; and who will raise up friends to fight our battles for us. The battle, sir, is not to the strong alone; it is to the vigilant, the active, the brave.It is in vain, sir, to extenuate the matter. Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace²but there is no peace. The war is actually begun! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery?

Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!"

I wish this spirit still existed in us today.

and have you seen an apache helicopter? our government has those . . . .

Surprisingly, people who believe in a cause will go where they choose. Please see below.

Such early successes made Robert E. Lee a leading candidate to command Union forces against the South once it decided to secede. Reluctant to engage in a war against the South, Lee turned down an offer of command of the Union forces. On April 18, 1861, the Virginia Secession Convention, made up of the state's ruling elite, voted to join the Southern states in secession. As practical issues, Lee did not oppose either slavery or secession. Although he felt slavery in the abstract was a bad thing, he blamed the national conflict on abolitionists, and accepted the pro-slavery policies of the Confederacy. He chose to fight to defend his homeland.

He resigned from the army he had served for 36 years, and accepted the command of Virginia's forces.

My collection alone, maybe not. But 200 million guns is a lot of firepower.

AGREED! 100%

I'll add that my collection plus yours in addition to people like-minded is powerful enough.

@Razor... yeah the Aurora, CO & Tucson, AZ *Murderers* clearly demonstrate the flaws in our Mental Health System.

It is a shame sometimes isn't it?

When did this become a political forum? Come on people,this forum is supposed to be for enjoyment not to hash over political crap!!!!!!!!!!! I would like to see this topic banned from further dicussion on this forum. Hello Moderators.

This is located in the proper place for this site. We all are behaving civil to each other and I ask that you do the same.

From all the info I have read her son left HS after the school expressed concerns over his mental state. Rather than get immediate help she did want any parent might do and take time to review all options.

Alleged Aurora, Colo, shooter James Holmes met with not one, but at least three mental health professionals at the University of Colorado prior to the massacre. How long he met with each one and the depth of their involvement is not clear, but it adds to the picture of Holmes being clearly on their radar in the time period leading up to the shootings.

Seems there is a pattern here.

We, as a society, have become so detached from each other that we no longer care for the fellow man. Take a minute to check up on that person who seems "out of it", you may be doing more than just wasting your breath.

I just don't see how people can take certain parts of the constitution these days still literal and not think as to how it applies now as opposed then.

 

You in favor honestly think that it is and was designed to allow you to own a automatic assault rifle with large mags just because?

 

Looking back at the time it was written I see certain parts that need to be take out and or completely rewritten. The right to bear arms is the first one I would start with.

 

People should have to jump through hoops and have to go through detailed and extensive checks for owning and walking around with firearms.

 

I see no real rational reason why Joe Blow next door should be able to have a small arsenal in His garage. There is simple no need on this earth for that type of rationality. None.

 

If there was a coherent argument to be able to have machine guns and the such that people sell now, with large mags/clips whatever I sure would like to hear it other than "the constitution" says so.

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Once we go down the road of banning "parts" where do we draw a line?

I do appreciate the opinions of everyone regarding the issue I posted. I will petition my congressmen, and I welcome you to do the same if you agree or disagree.

What I would like to see is an amendment that more clearly defines "gun rights" in the 21st century, given the absolute mess we find ourselves in -- 300 million guns and 11,000 gun deaths per year.

Allow me to clarify your post... In 2010, drunken drivers killed 13,000 people. According to the CDC there were 10,400 firearm homicides in our country. Reviewing the statistics, we find that the majority of these gun-related deaths were criminal on criminal violence or justified police shootings, not innocent people killed as is the case of a death by a DUI.

Interesting, huh?

There is a Constitutional mechanism for modifying the Constitution: it's called Amendments. It's been done 27 times since 1891.

You are correct. That line I need to revise in my next letter to better define what should be done. Thanks for pointing that out.

Gun ownership is a responsibility and tragedies occur when you violate that responsibility.

However... the two semiautomatic pistols and .223-caliber Bushmaster rifle Lanza used in the shooting were registered to his mother. No regulation could have prevented this.

I did very much enjoy your post and agree with it.

First of all, if you're writing a letter to a Congressperson, address it to them by name and official title. It makes it look less like it's something you found online.

I agree. I am in fact sending this letter to every Virginia Congressman, by name. The post does not contain the personnal letter that I sent to every person. I plan on sending these letters every week, so although they may not see it initally, the chances they see it will be high. Thanks for the advice for the future though.

Assault rifles and large ammo clips didn't exist and weren't even contemplated when the 2nd Amendment was drafted. So it certainly wasn't drafted with the objective of protecting the rights of citizens to own them. The right to bear arms was a concept of its time and was drafted with the weapons of that time in mind.

I strongly disagree, but let's take a look at a case that was brought up in 1939:

In United States v. Miller, the U.S. Supreme Court noted that the Second Amendment protected an individual's right to own guns that could be used for the “common defense.” Specifically, the Supreme Court said that “ordinarily when called for service (men in the militia) were expected to appear bearing arms supplied by themselves and of the kind in common use at the time.”

Common for infantry at the time were muskets. Common for infantry in our time is the AR-15, a civilian version of the Army’s M-16.

When gun laws or lack thereof other than just bearing arms, are put ahead of the safety of children, something has to be done.

Assault weapons are an offensive weapon. Im sure the constitution as was written umteen years ago didnt intent people to own mass assault weapons which were soley designed to kill and maim in the greatest and fastest way possible. There is nothing about it thats says defend.

 

If my kid cant go to school or a movie theater without the fear of wondering if he will be shot, wait not just shot, riddled with bullet holes from an assault rifle, then there should be change. Surely childrens and everyones life is more important that owning a weapon that aims to kill as many as possible.

 

IMHO

Living in Canada I would not expect you to fully understand my post. Even so I welcome the discussion. I choose to conceal carry when I go with my wife and child to the movie theater and I guarantee that if I were in the theater at that time the tradegy would have been significantly different.