(Version v1.2)
A PSD-format or XCF-format template for the Hornet. Suitable for normal and Top Gun variants. Includes a separate MREC file.
The image file has the following contents:
Decals Layers - Recreation of warning labels and other details on the aircraft
Unpainted Layers - Details from the original textures which are not painted, like the cockpit or landing gear
Note: The numbers refer to the original skin texture used to create the layer
UV Map - The boundaries of the aircraft model
Panels/Weathering - Details like panel lines, rust, grime, etc. that make the appearance more realistic
f18e_00_MREC_CLEAN.tga - A clean MREC file, which determines how the game lights the aircraft
INSTRUCTIONS
Place your layers below the Panels/Weathering layer and other detail/highlights layers.
Use Unpainted00 for all skins. To enable coloring of certain unpainted areas,
disable the Unpainted00 layer with the appropriate name.
If using GIMP, use the Bucket tool to change the color of included layers.
VERSION HISTORY
1.2 - 11/07/2022
Added Bottom Color layer
Removed misplaced panel line from the bottom leading edge slat
Added weathering for small pieces of the vertical stabilizer
Increased weathering for bottoms of pylons, some wing hinges
Fixed misaligned gear textures in the MREC
1.1 - 06/06/2022
Added panels/weathering for droptank pylon
Reduced weathering on right inner wing flap hinge
Removed misplaced metal in red channel of the clean MREC
1.0 - 01/06/2022
Initial release
