Polish Air Force PZL-230F Skorpion Jet Fighter

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I love crafting intricate replicas of cutting-edge jet fighters in Kerbal Space Program, as the engine performance of "high-tech" parts eerily mirrors that of supersonic jets. They are employed for rigorous pilot training, high-stakes equipment testing and advanced science survey missions. But mostly, they make for a stunning visual display in screenshots and videos. Built in KSP 1.0.4, the Skorpion replica allows aspiring Kerbal spaceplane pilots to hone their skills handling ultra-high performance jet aircraft. Gross weight and performance are remarkably similar to the real thing, boasting an impressive 11,000kg and a top speed that catapults it into the supersonic realm. It boasts a unique blend of high-speed subsonic performance and Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) capabilities. Background: The PZL-230F Skorpion is a lightweight attack aircraft developed by Poland in the 1980s, only to be canceled in 1994 before it could see operational service. Its futuristic design bears an uncanny resemblance to a miniature SR-71 Blackbird, which makes the Skorpion a surprisingly logical jet trainer design in KSP – especially for those looking to transition to hypersonic spaceplanes at higher tech levels.