I think that "grazing" theory makes sense. Sometimes I see the same effect on the a/c I fly. It doesn't happen too often (unfortunately!).
And it probably depends on the damage model of particular aircraft.
I experienced the "grazing" on Bf 110 and probably on Hs 129. I'm sure about Bf 110 as I flew it often with recording on and then studied some tracks. Never on Ki-45 or Pe-3bis - once you feel a hit, that means something bad happened even if you see no damage on the plane's skin.
Recently I tried Beau Mk.21 vs Pe-8 on Samara server. 85.113.41.253:21002. There are maps with interesting airplane sets. When I keep at respectful distance from Pe-8 formation, I can get several hits, can feel them - but nothing happens.
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Q: Mr. Rall, what was the best tactic against the P-47?
A: Against the P-47? Shoot him down!
(Gunther Rall's lecture. June 2003, Finland)
Last edited by dimlee; 03-01-2019 at 09:13 PM.
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