G.91 YS - Revision history

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 == Description ==
-<!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->The '''{{Specs|name}}'''was based in the earlier G.91 Y, which was a complete redesign of the G.91 series of aircraft, going from a small and light airframe to a heavier and more capable one, with two engines featuring afterburners, a longer range and a bigger payload for ground attack missions. The G.91 YS was a version of this fighter, developed for Switzerland, even though the country was interested in acquiring the G.91, the purchase was never completed, the main difference was slightly modified avionics and the addition of more modern loadouts, like AIM-9 Sidewinders.
+<!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]]. In similar fashion to the earlier French fighter, the [[Super Mystere B2]], the {{PAGENAME}} was outfitted with dual 30 mm DEFA autocannons in the cheeks of the forward fuselage.  Also in the same vein, the {{PAGENAME}} was built to be a multi-role fighter as a fighter-interceptor or a fighter-bomber. Due to the increased power of the dual engines, this fighter when acting in a bomber role has the ability to carry up to 4,000 lbs of bombs, though configurations as low as 1,000 lbs is available. FFAR Mighty Mouse unguided rockets are another good option for taking out softer ground targets, since they have the potential to destroy a higher number of enemies in the hands of a skilled pilot. For air combat the G.91 YS lacks countermeasures but compensates this with a very good flight performance, however it has a mediocre top speed, in a BR when most fighters are already supersonic, keep your speed high at all times or else you might become vulnerable to missiles and fast interceptors like the Mig-21s and F-104s that start to be very common.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]]. In similar fashion to the French [[Super Mystere B2]], the {{PAGENAME}} was outfitted with dual 30 mm DEFA autocannons in the cheeks of the forward fuselage. Also in the same vein, the {{PAGENAME}} was built to be a multi-role fighter as a fighter-interceptor or a fighter-bomber. Due to the increased power of the dual engines, this fighter when acting in a bomber role has the ability to carry up to 4,000 lbs of bombs, though configurations as low as 1,000 lbs is available. FFAR Mighty Mouse unguided rockets are another good option for taking out softer ground targets, since they have the potential to destroy a higher number of enemies in the hands of a skilled pilot. For air combat, the G.91 YS lacks countermeasures but compensates this with a very good flight performance, however it has a mediocre top speed, in a BR when most fighters are already supersonic; keep your speed high at all times or else you might become vulnerable to missiles and fast interceptors like the MiG-21s and F-104s that start to be very common.
 == General info ==

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 == Description ==
-<!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
+<!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the aircraft, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the aircraft in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->The '''{{Specs|name}}'''was based in the earlier G.91 Y, which was a complete redesign of the G.91 series of aircraft, going from a small and light airframe to a heavier and more capable one, with two engines featuring afterburners, a longer range and a bigger payload for ground attack missions. The G.91 YS was a version of this fighter, developed for Switzerland, even though the country was interested in acquiring the G.91, the purchase was never completed, the main difference was slightly modified avionics and the addition of more modern loadouts, like AIM-9 Sidewinders.
-The {{PAGENAME}} is a multi-role fighter which first debuted in 1966. Based largely on earlier Fiat G.91 fighters, the G.91 YS was a complete redesign but kept the basic shape of the G.91 series. The biggest difference between the two types was the conversion from a single-engine to two General Electric J85 turbojets outfitted with afterburners. This conversion alone resulted in a 60% increase in the aircraft's thrust, however, it was not enough for this jet to become supersonic even when in a dive.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]]. In similar fashion to the earlier French fighter, the [[Super Mystere B2]], the {{PAGENAME}} was outfitted with dual 30 mm DEFA autocannons in the cheeks of the forward fuselage.  Also in the same vein, the {{PAGENAME}} was built to be a multi-role fighter as a fighter-interceptor or a fighter-bomber. Due to the increased power of the dual engines, this fighter when acting in a bomber role has the ability to carry up to 4,000 lbs of bombs, though configurations as low as 1,000 lbs is available. FFAR Mighty Mouse unguided rockets are another good option for taking out softer ground targets, since they have the potential to destroy a higher number of enemies in the hands of a skilled pilot. For air combat the G.91 YS lacks countermeasures but compensates this with a very good flight performance, however it has a mediocre top speed, in a BR when most fighters are already supersonic, keep your speed high at all times or else you might become vulnerable to missiles and fast interceptors like the Mig-21s and F-104s that start to be very common.
 == General info ==
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 {{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
 {{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}
 * Without load
 * 2 x 500 lb LDGP Mk 82 bombs (1,000 lb total)

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 {{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}
 <!-- ''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.'' -->
-The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance presets:
+The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
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+| rowspan="9" width="30%" | <div class="ttx-image">[[File:Hardpoints_{{PAGENAME}}.png]]</div>
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-! 500 lb LDGP Mk 82 bombs
+! [[LDGP Mk 82 (500 lb)|500 lb LDGP Mk 82]] bombs
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-! 1,000 lb LDGP Mk 83 bombs
+! [[Mk 82 Snakeye (500 lb)|500 lb Mk 82 Snakeye]] bombs
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-! Aerea 559G1 incendiary bombs
+! [[LDGP Mk 83 (1,000 lb)|1,000 lb LDGP Mk 83]] bombs
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-! FFAR Mighty Mouse rockets
+! [[FFAR Mighty Mouse]] rockets
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-! Zuni Mk32 Mod 0 ATAP rockets
+! [[Zuni Mk32 Mod 0 ATAP]] rockets
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-! AIM-9B Sidewinder missiles
+! [[AIM-9B Sidewinder]] missiles
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 == Usage in battles ==
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 * Deadly main armament
 * Drag chute helps slow you down very quickly during landings
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 '''Cons:'''

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 * Deadly main armament
 * Drag chute helps slow you down very quickly during landings
 '''Cons:'''
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 * New booster module is a must to research in order to avoid crashing during a very fast and low-level dive
 * AIM-9Bs have a poorer performance other air-to-air missiles at this BR
 == History ==

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 * Deadly main armament
 * Drag chute helps slow you down very quickly during landings
+* In a dive Aim-9b would be useful especially if your gaining on them
 '''Cons:'''

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 {{Specs-Avia-Suspended}}
 <!-- ''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.'' -->
-{{main|LDGP Mk 82 (500 lb)|LDGP Mk 83 (1,000 lb)|AIM-9B Sidewinder|FFAR Mighty Mouse|Zuni Mk32 Mod 0 ATAP}}
+{{main|LDGP Mk 82 (500 lb)|LDGP Mk 83 (1,000 lb)|Aerea 559G1 incendiary}}
 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance presets:
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 * 16 x Zuni Mk32 Mod 0 ATAP rockets
 * 2 x AIM-9B Sidewinder missiles
 ==== Custom loadout options ====
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 ! FFAR Mighty Mouse rockets
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-| colspan="7" | Maximum permissible weight imbalance: 800 kg
+| colspan="7" | Maximum permissible loadout weight: 1,815 kg<br>Maximum permissible wing load: 1,000 kg<br>Maximum permissible weight imbalance: 800 kg
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 == History ==
 <!-- ''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the aircraft in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the vehicle and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).'' -->
-[[File:G91YS Jermster 91 002.jpg|400px|thumb|right|A{{PAGENAME}} heading into an active battle zone.]]
+[[File:G91YS Jermster 91 002.jpg|400px|thumb|right|A {{PAGENAME}} heading into an active battle zone.]]
 During the 1960s, Fiat began developing a successor to their previous G.91 fighter, which had thus far managed to obtain a favourable reputation with its operators. Fiat based their new aircraft heavily on the two-seat trainer version of the G.91 and decided outfit the aircraft with two General Electric J85 afterburning engines contrary to the preceding single-engine G.91.

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 {{About
 | about = Italian jet fighter '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
-| usage = other uses
+| usage = other versions
 | link = G.91 (Family)
 }}
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 {{Specs-Avia-Flight}}
 <!-- ''Describe how the aircraft behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' -->
-[[File:G91YS Jermster 91 001.jpg|300px|thumb|right|A bird's eye view of a '''{{PAGENAME}}''' fighter.]]
+[[File:G91YS Jermster 91 001.jpg|300px|thumb|right|A bird's eye view of a {{PAGENAME}} fighter.]]
 The {{PAGENAME}} is a very good Boom & Zoom fighter, the only issue is confronting other jets with afterburner capabilities which make your Boom & Zoom attempt more difficult. The YS has a lower turn speed than the other G.91s (swapped for acceleration and a little bit more speed) it is also two high power engines, making it possible to return to base on one engine or even fight like that if you want. Sadly the G.91 isn't supersonic but it can get close in a steep dive, making it one of the best trans-sonic jets!
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 Like many later generation jet fighters (those built in the 1960s-70s) the {{PAGENAME}} traded armour for greater ordnance carrying capacity. Though not without all armour, the canopy windshield has an effective thickness of 94 mm to protect the pilot in the event of a head-on attack. Though the 6.5 mm of steel behind the pilot's seat seem to be on the thin side, bullets coming in from that direction will need to pass through the engine first. If the pilot is going to be hit by bullets it will most likely be through side angle shots or from above.
-[[File:G91YS AgressiveRecon 001.jpg|700px|thumb|center|Aerial shot of a '''{{PAGENAME}}''' at altitude.]]
+[[File:G91YS AgressiveRecon 001.jpg|700px|thumb|center|Aerial shot of a {{PAGENAME}} at altitude.]]
 === Modifications and economy ===
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 === Pros and cons ===
 <!-- ''Summarise and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Try not to use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - use substitutions with softer forms such as "inadequate" and "effective".'' -->
-[[File:G91YS easterly0815 001.png |400px|thumb|right|'''{{PAGENAME}}''' popping its braking parachute upon landing.]]
+[[File:G91YS easterly0815 001.png |400px|thumb|right|{{PAGENAME}} popping its braking parachute upon landing.]]
 '''Pros:'''
 * Excellent acceleration and roll speed
-* Able to carry [[AIM-9B]] air-to-air missiles
+* Able to carry air-to-air missiles
 * Wide variety of payload options
 * High rate of climb
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 * Flaps and landing gear are prone to ripping off
 * New booster module is a must to research in order to avoid crashing during a very fast and low-level dive
-* AIM-9B is inferior to other AAMs in its BR
+* AIM-9Bs have a poorer performance other air-to-air missiles at this BR
 == History ==
 <!-- ''Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the aircraft in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the vehicle and adding a block "/History" (example: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).'' -->
-[[File:G91YS Jermster 91 002.jpg|400px|thumb|right|'''{{PAGENAME}}''' heading into an active battle zone.]]
+[[File:G91YS Jermster 91 002.jpg|400px|thumb|right|A {PAGENAME}} heading into an active battle zone.]]
 During the 1960s, Fiat began developing a successor to their previous G.91 fighter, which had thus far managed to obtain a favourable reputation with its operators. Fiat based their new aircraft heavily on the two-seat trainer version of the G.91 and decided outfit the aircraft with two General Electric J85 afterburning engines contrary to the preceding single-engine G.91.
-Additionally, the aircraft's fuselage and wings were enlarged to accommodate 3 more fuel tanks (for a total capacity of 3200 liters), bigger powerplant and improve handling characteristics, while a slew of other tweaks and upgrades further enhanced the aircraft's overall design, including an automatic slat on the wing's leading edge. The new G.91Y performed its maiden flight in December 1966. Testing revealed minor aerodynamic issues which would be resolved on subsequent production aircraft with only minor redesigns. At high altitude extreme maneuvers at high angles of attack could lead to engines flame-out.
+Additionally, the aircraft's fuselage and wings were enlarged to accommodate 3 more fuel tanks (for a total capacity of 3200 liters), bigger powerplant and improve handling characteristics, while a slew of other tweaks and upgrades further enhanced the aircraft's overall design, including an automatic slat on the wing's leading edge. The new G.91Y performed its maiden flight in December 1966. Testing revealed minor aerodynamic issues which would be resolved on subsequent production aircraft with only minor redesigns. At high altitude extreme manoeuvres at high angles of attack could lead to engines flame-out.
 Production of the G.91Y began with an initial order for 20 pre-production machines, following the manufacturing of two prototypes. This order would eventually go up to 75 aircraft, although only 67 including the initial prototypes were delivered in the end. By the mid 1970s, all outstanding orders for the G.91Y were fulfilled and production had ceased for this variant.
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 == Media ==
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