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Old 07-06-2010, 11:28 PM
WTE_Galway WTE_Galway is offline
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Originally Posted by Pursuivant View Post

8 ) No engine overheat by AI - Probably a couple dozen lines of code to fix assuming no other problems. Slow down AI in non-combat situations to 50-80% of maximum speed and have them open their radiators all the way. In combat, have them fly at 90-100% speed, only using maximum power/WEP for running away, closing on enemy fighters and climbs. If top speed isn't needed and map temperature is high enough (i.e., not Winter Finland or Moscow map) have them open radiators partially or fully. When diving or turning, have them throttle back and open radiators with some chance of error based on percentages suggested for engine management. When engine overheats, have them reduce maximum power until engine cools to normal.

This phenomena also occurs with player controlled planes as well when using autopilot.