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Old 05-11-2012, 01:44 AM
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No it wouldn't. A fuel tank being set alight would just burn. This is well documented. Seldom would there be the right conditions for an explosion to cause the aircraft to disintegrate instantly. Disintegration would happen after a period of time. An aircraft will burn for a surprisingly long time before it falls apart, especially a big bomber flying level and straight, not under the huge stress from evasive maneuvers that fighters might be under. As 41sqdrn mentioned, a very rare event.

The damage model is completely porked right now in regards to bomber fuel tanks, especially on the he111, ju88 and blenheim. The do17z seems very believable though, but having said that the do17z was the strongest wing design of the bombers.

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Old 05-11-2012, 05:42 PM
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The Do17s are very easy to down so I also have some doubts about this DM.
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Old 05-11-2012, 09:16 PM
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The Do17s are very easy to down so I also have some doubts about this DM.
They are easy to down but I believe that problem is to do with the AI. They seem to abort the aircraft very early. However, the do17z does not have the silly hollywood explosions.
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Old 05-12-2012, 08:15 AM
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Has anyone added this important issue to the bugtracker please?

I totally agree, fuel tank fires that spread and cause wing failure after a few minutes should be the most common damage effect. From the accounts I've read, explosions did happen but usually after a period of flying along with a burning wing. Bombers exploding immediately were more likely to be caused by a hit on the bomb load.
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