[Fireskull]

Hi,

Always keep a copy of a working IL-2 version. Keep copies of everything, including mods, which you feel must be kept.


I recommend HSFX 4.1, which is used by my squadron. You can get add-ons in the future such as HSFX 4.11 Using the JSGME Mods Enabler makes adding and managing mods quick and easy.



Here are a few of my favorite mods:

Intermittent gun smoke trail mod - looks real!
viewtopic.php?t=23280&highlight=ultrapack

Sound mod packs
viewtopic.php?t=20507&highlight=tiger33+sounds

Pilot skin mod
viewtopic.php?t=2567

Gore
http://www.allaircraftsimulations.com/f ... php?t=5942

Cockpit pictures, girlfriend etc
viewtopic.php?t=7963&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=cockpit+art

Crash smoke mod
viewtopic.php?p=314912#314912


SAS website has many fine aeroplane paint schemes - skins.