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You know what? It dawned on me last night that IL2 already has a rocket/ramjet combo programmed in. After reading up on the BI-6 in the aircraft guide it sounded very close to what I was hoping for, so I gave it a try, switching off the rocket and flying on ramjets. An interesting if sobering experience. At least it's a starting point for the flight model. There are differences of course. In the BI-6 the rocket is the main engine whereas in the 283 it's only a launch mechanism, and the aerodynamic handling is way different. But at least I know it can be done.

3DS Max is one ridiculous program isn't it? All those options and buttons and nothing seems to make any difference! Nonetheless I'm getting to know it and the prototype jigs are now in place in Caldrails Completely Crackers Construction Company.