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Su-22M4 Mod Information and Progress - August 2025, Su-22M4 is an FC3 based, free mod of a legendary export variant of Su-17 attack aircraft, It is in FC3 fidelity with a lot of the cockpit being clickable as well as some basic system implementation. These include: - Cold Start Procedure - Generators, Pumps, APU, Gyro spool up, - In cockpit lighting - dimmable flood lights as well as warning lights with master caution reset, - RWR turn on/off with volume and brigtness controll, - Weapon control panel - ripple quantity, interval, master arm, - Basic SAU Channels (autopilot), - Wing Sweep Controll (only cosmetic for now, no effect on flight characterisitcs), CWS like in Su-30 is planned, this will allow for CRT display being usable for TV munition seeker view (Su-22 didnt have TGP). No estimates on that, first version will be released with Su-25A avionics. I choose them because it uses identical targeting system and gunsight as Su-22. It will use modified Su-27 Flight Model. Su-22M4 will require Su-25A and Su-27 modules Mod progress (august 2025) What is done: - External 3d model with animations, minor details might be changed, - Remove Before Flight Covers, - Liveries (almost 90 from a lot of Su-22 users, around 50 Polish AF), - Pylons with assigned weapons that can be carried on them, - Cockpit 3d model with basic gauges animated, - In cockpit clickables: Engine Control, System Power, Main Power Panel, Weapon Control Panel,Avionics Power, NWS, Taxi/Takeoff lights, - Wing Sweep Control - 3 Positions: 30, 45 and 63 Degrees, - External Lighting and Cockpit warning lights., - In-cockpit sound system with custom sounds - battery, pumps, gyro, apu, launch tone, - Wallpapers, Icons and stuff - Simple damage model What needs to be done before release: - As much in cockpit clickability as possible with modelling systems even with fc3 limitations - Bounding keybind presses to in-cockpit switches and buttons (so they animate properly) - KKR-1 recon pod (cosmetic only) - Wyuga ELINT pod, and maybe a way to correclty target ARM with Su-25A avionics, or at least making it look legit. - Loadouts - Multiplayer Synchronisation Estimated Release Date: Fourth Quarter of 2025

Hope you enjoy another Su-22 mod showcase, despite replay for external views being buggy and me missing some missile shots. This time, most of the cockpit is clickable, it has proper cold start, custom sounds for engine or launch authorised and more! Everything is still work in progress, estimated release Q4 2025.

In this update, you will find carefully designed historical objects that will make every flight even more alive and immersive. Each object from majestic cathedrals to fortifications was modeled with reference to its real historical appearance to make your flights over France truly unique. This is history coming to life under the wing of your aircraft. Explore, plan operations and enjoy incredible detail! Architectural gems of Normandy and beyond: Abbaye de Jumieges - majestic ruins towering above the trees. Amiens Cathedral - A masterpiece of Gothic architecture, visible for many kilometers. Bayeux Cathedral - An architectural monument of the 11th-15th centuries, combining features of the Romanesque style and Norman Gothic. Bertangles Chateau - An exquisite French castle. A good place for a walk. Calais and Rouen landmarks: Calais Lighthouse — a 53-metre (178 ft) lighthouse on the coast. Calais Town Hall — a 72-metre (236 ft) bell tower Grand Theater de Calais — a magnificent Italian-style theater. At the time of its opening, it was the third largest in France and one of the few theaters with iron stage mechanics. Notre Dame Catholic Church at Calais — The church is large and has a fortress-like appearance. Arguably, it is the only church built in the English perpendicular style in all of France. Tour du Guet — is a 13th-century watchtower in Calais NotreDame de Rouen — A recognizable silhouette immortalized by Claude Monet. Rouen Prison - Historical prison of Rouen Evreux Cathedral - The cathedral is one of the most outstanding buildings in Evreux. The cathedral is a national monument

DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum Introduction We are happy to release our first instruction video for our MiG-29A Fulcrum, or project 9-12A. This introduction video is based on a pre-release version, so some elements may change at or after release. The MiG-29A is a single-seat, dual engine, Soviet fighter that was designed in the 1970s as a light-fighter in parallel with development of the larger Su-27 Flanker. The Fulcrum entered service in 1983 with its primary role being point air defense for Soviet and several Warsaw Pact member countries. It’s a relatively small, twin-tail, blended-wing fighter with leading edge extensions, that is powered by two widely spaced, RD-33 engines, each capable of 18,300 pounds of force in afterburner. Air is fed into the engines from variable intake ramps below the fuselage. For unprepared field operations, the MiG-29 has the unique feature of being able to close the main intake ramps, and instead open intakes above the leading-edge extensions to avoid the intake of foreign objects. For enhanced maneuverability, the Fulcrum includes automatic leading-edge slats and an all-moving tail plane. Although it does not use a fly-by-wire flight control system, it does come equipped with hydraulic controls and a three-axis autopilot system. Between its impressive thrust-to-weight ratio and excellent high-alpha capability, the 9G-capable Fulcrum can be a very challenging opponent in a dogfight. Although the MiG-29A has G and angle of attack limiters, these can be overridden. Its impressive dogfight capabilities are further enhanced by the ability of Fulcrum pilots to cue AA-11 “Archer”, R-73, infrared-guided missiles with a Helmet Mounted Sight for deadly high off boresight attacks. Designed as a point defense fighter, the MiG-29A does not come equipped with aerial refueling capability and has a maximum ferry range of 930 miles clean, and 1,300 miles with an external fuel tank. In the nose of the aircraft is a NO19 Sapfir 29 look-down/shoot-down radar and digital computer. Mounted forward of the windscreen is the S-31E2 Infrared Search and Track sensor that can detect and track aerial targets solely based on their infrared signature. The MiG-29A was primarily designed as an air-to-air fighter armed with short- and medium-range air-to-air missiles and a GSh-30-1 30 mm cannon with 150 rounds. Although the AA-10 Alamo A (R-27R) and AA-10 Alamo B (R-27T) are the typical medium-range air-missiles arming the MiG-29A, it can also be technically armed with the extended range AA-10 Alamo C (R-27ER) and AA-10 Alamo D (R-27ET) versions. These medium-range missile options are in addition to the shorter-range, infrared-guided AA-11 Archer (R-73) and AA-6 Aphid (R-60 and R-60M) dogfight missiles. In addition to these air-to-air armaments, the MiG-29A also has limited air-to-ground attack options including unguided bombs, rockets, and strafe.

Hi all, I hope you're doing well! As development on the 2.0 build of the UH-60L mod is wrapping up I'd like to give an overview of the changes coming to the mod and some thoughts on the future. I was planning to do this in video form (and may still do so later) but I'm recovering from a nasty cold and currently can't stop coughing long enough to talk sensibly. Hence this post will have to do in the meantime One question I know will be on people's minds is "what about the submods?". The answer is simple - it's entirely up to the respective developers. I will be cleaning up the Discord server and rearranging the channels a little, but development and maintenance of the submods remains, as ever, the domain of the respective owners. The first area I want to discuss is art. I'm well aware the artwork of the UH-60L mod has it's limitations and issues. However there are no major art changes in this update. I'd love to do a complete overhaul of the model from scratch but I lack the capacity and capability to do it myself and I'm yet to find someone both talented and dedicated enough to commit to that endeavour. It would require a significant amount of work and time and I see this as being almost the entirety of a possible v3.0 update in the future, if possible. The positive side of this is that liveries _should be_ largely unaffected by this update. With that out of the way let's get into what is coming. The first big change is the flight model. While the engine and transmission simulation remains relatively basic (and will continue to do so) the flight modelling and physics have been completely rewritten. It's difficult to convey a change that is largely a subjective experience but I believe the result is far more accurate and dynamic than the previous version. From a technical point of view the new simulation is now mostly physics based instead of using tabulated data. The stability systems have also been updated and while the Flight Path Stabilization will remain a work in progress for now, I'm happy with the SAS and trim implementations. Speaking of trim, Force Feedback is now supported! You will need to enable this in the mod's Special Options menu. One art change that did come in is the use of the rotor blur system. Aside from a great visual update this also allows for flapping and coning animations which really improves the rotor disc effect. A new feature that many have asked for is the door gunner AI. The UH-60L now comes with the possibility of adding M60 and M3M door guns that are controlled by AI gunners. These gunners can be controlled with an ROE toggle key and a simple UI is also available to show their status. The M3M is a little fictional liability I included but I think it fits nicely. Another big change coming in 2.0 is the new 'DAP' variant. This is loosely based on the MH-60L Direct Action Penetrator. Since many of the capabilities that make up the MH-60L are not possible to implement in a mod (e.g. FLIR, laser designation, terrain radar...) I've compromised by taking the UH-60L and giving a ridiculous (but realistic) amount of dakka. The door gunners are replaced by M134 miniguns that can also be toggle to fix forward for pilot fire control, and the ESSS pylons can take the following weapon options: * 2x M230 30mm chain guns * 2x GAU-19 .50 rotary machine guns * 2x M134 miniguns * 4x FN HMP-500 .50 machine guns * 4x M260 7-shot rocket launchers * 4x LWL-12 12-shot rocket launchers * 4x M261 19-shot rocket launchers * 16x AGM-114K Hellfire laser guided missiles * 8x Air To Air Stinger missiles Custom cockpit panels have been added to the DAP variant for both the pylon weapons and door gunners. The DAP variant also has the fuel probe enabled by default for air to air refueling. Both aircraft now also have more options for fuel bags. The older 230 and 450 gallon tanks are now in stock. For the cargo haulers I'm pleased to announce that this version supports the new cargo system for loading and unloading crates and troops onto your aircraft. It's also now possible to release your slingloaded cargo, although it continues to have no effect on the flight model at this time. A number of other quality of life and bug fix changes have been added, and so I'll wrap up by listing some of them below: * Various DGNS bug fixes * Added FLY TO course support for DGNS * Various CIS, HSI and VSD fixes * Added sunglass/visor * AVS-7 now only visible when NVGs are on * Moveable crosshairs on the DAP variant * Overhauled damage model with new collision geometry and damage values * Doors can be removed or added from the Ground Crew menu * Added crew models (visibility can be toggle from interior as usual) * Interior geometry updated for proper enclosure and better lighting effects * Added working windscreen wipers * Various fixes to radios and ground crew calling * Fixed RWR displaying symbology outside of RWR * Fixes for fuel tank mass calculations and AFMS display * New documentation * New installer I'm sure I've missed some things but I'll leave them for you to find them out! --Kinkku

The crew of the AI MH-60 has been re-assigned Still very early WIP but she'll fit right in

Hello everyone, Red Star Simulations is excited to share our progress on a range of liveries for the MiG-17F. Below is a list of possible liveries currently planned (subject to change), and we’d love to hear your input. Which paint schemes would you most like to see included? Are there particular historical operators, squadrons, or iconic designs that you feel are essential? We’ve also included a preview of several work-in-progress liveries that are already in development. Your feedback will help us decide what to prioritize moving forward. – Aqil Huseynov – The Red Star Simulations Team Soviet BM (two red lines on fuselage) Soviet Camo Chinese PLAAF (Standard) BM Chinese Aerobatics Team East German BM - Early (old roundel) East German BM (new roundel) East German Camo - Fighter Bomber Livery (fictional on MiG-17F Lim5) Polish (Standard) BM Polish Camo - Fighter Bomber (fictional on MiG-17F Lim5) Czech MiG-17 (Standard) BM Czech MiG-17 "Red" Bulgarian (Standard) BM Bulgarian Camo Albanian (Standard) BM Vietnam BM 2047 Vietnam BM 2019 Vietnam Camo/BM 2011 Vietnam Camo 2072 Vietnam Camo 3020 "Col Tomb" Indonesian (Standard) BM Indonesian Aerobatic Team Black Indonesian Aerobatic Team Red Cambodian "Red Lightning Bolt" BM Egyptian (Royal Standard) BM Egyptian Nile Valley Camo Algeria (Standard) BM Algeria 257D Camo/Sand Iraq (Standard) BM Syrian Camo Syrian BM Yemeni Republic (Standard) BM Yemeni Republic Camo (based on Syrian Camo) United Arab Republic (Standard) BM Israeli Camo (based on Syrian Camo) Angola Camo Nigeria (Standard) BM Nigeria Green Cuban (Standard AS) BM (fictional on MiG-17F Lim5) Cuban (AS) Camo (fictional on MiG-17F Lim5) US "Have Drill" Camo (based on Syrian camo) Randy Ball 1613 or 1611 Will Ward "Psycho Ward" (BM = Bare Metal)

Thanks! For the moment nothing has changed, they’ll just be making guest appearances in screenshots and videos. Think of it as free helicopter wallpapers Oh and regarding your comment on YT about the pilots, no work has been done it's just that the previous video was using old footage. I'm wrapping up the CopterLife assets pack, though. It's not going to be as polished as I'd like but it's been sitting on my HDD for too long. It contains ground vehicles, ships, driveable ships, sinking ships and static objects. More pics in the imgur album: https://imgur.com/a/hrjpEid

Будет модуль, покажу )), даже с реальными переговорами с техником , так как запуск не выполняется молча , есть контрольная карта которая выполняется по памяти и вслух в процессе всего запуска .

Hi guys, as you know we’re still working on our upcoming Alphajet mod, and we don’t necessarily have the time to work on the Bronco. One of the recurring issues with it was the jittering wheels. A guy named Moran found a way to fix the problem while waiting for a future patch. I’m sharing here a screenshot of what needs to be done. Thanks to him ! Enjoy it

BA-52 "Wyuga" - ELINT pod for Su-22, with the "Lutch" indicator. I made it so when you equip the Wyuga, the TV in cockpit gets replaced by the screen for KH-58 and 25MPU targeting. Now comes the fun part - coding the sead indicator and logic using Su-25A avionics

Hey! Thanks for the positive feedback on the new DCS core asset pack. I'm going to update all of the mod asset packs, to feature LODs and reduced texture sizes, to make the packages smaller and the assets less demanding in missions. I will also remove the duplicated assets that are now featured in core DCS. I'm also going to update all weapons to the latest standard. I started with this one as a template, since it only have one asset. Military Asset Pack Turkey 2.0.0 released! Changelog Version 2.0.0 Added LODs Changed textures to reduce size Added encyclopedia entry Changed folder structure Distribution model This Military Asset Pack is available in the following versions: The standard full download. Remove old asset pack version and unzip this in your Saved Games mods\tech folder. The incremental download which updates your full download and contains only the changed files. You apply it by overwriting your current installation.

Thank you Ralfidude

Hi all! I have been playing DCS for 5 years on a 2D-monitor. Today I bought the Quest 3S, jumped into DCS and was completely blown away! DCS is a completely DIFFERENT game in VR, not only that you are suddenly sitting inside the cockpit, all the proportions is completely different! I have never liked or enjoyed the A-10C, but now I am IN LOVE with the A-10! This bird is HUGE in VR and the cockpit is sooo beautiful! I also jumped into the P-47 and ohh man, let me tell you, if you enjoy warbirds, you are teleported back 50 years inside the real P-47 and it looks NOTHING like on a 2D monitor! The thing is I am running a pretty crappy home computer, RTX 3080, 32 GB Ram, I5 and the most simple VR-headset a Quest 3S for 300 dollars, I am getting a solid 40-60 FPS in singleplayer even on Normandy map. This is the best spent 300 dollars in my entire life, I am NEVER going to play DCS without a VR-headset again, just doing some simple flying is 10x more fun then before

Hi, fighters! We have been steadily developing the Normandy 2 map for two years, and now it is time to announce a new major update - with a lot of new additions and improvements! We are proud to present a major update for DCS: Normandy 2, which will immerse you not only in the epicentre of great battles, but also in the rich historical heritage of Europe. Get ready for new tactical possibilities and incredible depth of visual embodiment! NEW SEASON: WINTER For the first time for the Normandy map! War knows no breaks, and now you will have to fight in harsh winter conditions. Snow-covered fields and airfields will create a completely new experience of piloting and navigation. Now you will be in conditions where you need to watch out for the enemy and for icing. Greenery is now hidden under a blanket of snow. A new atmosphere, new conditions for missions, it will be available soon. The Big Smoke and the "City of Light" under the snow Winter France Winter England

05 September 2025 Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, We are excited to announce that the pre-purchase for DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum is now live for the DCS Steam Edition. Get ready to slip into the cockpit of the classic 9.12A version of the MiG-29 and experience an authentic, early Fulcrum with look down shoot down radar, IRST, helmet mounted sight cueing for R-73 “Archer”, and the GSh-30-1 cannon. Pre-purchase is now on Steam and on our Shop. We are delighted to share progress on an upcoming update for the DCS: South Atlantic map that adds greater detail, realism, and optimization. To provide the best, default experience, the Mission Editor default date will be set to southern hemisphere summer. The release of this update will also mark the end of the early access period for this map. However, support for this map will not end. Please see screenshots of this fantastic map update and read the details below. This week we spotlight the Chinese Jianqiao Virtual Flight Group unveiling their Tactical Response Challenge, a team-based PvE event. Registration is open, with the event running from the 3rd of October to the 15th of November, 2025. We invite you to rally your crews, refine your tactics, and be part of this ambitious showcase of skill and teamwork. Thank you for your passion and support. Yours sincerely, Eagle Dynamics MiG-29A Fulcrum Pre-purchase on Steam Secure your DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum Steam copy today with a 30% off discount. Your Fulcrum on Steam will be available at launch, and it will work seamlessly in multiplayer. Pre-purchase now to be among the first to fly. Please note that the price will increase to $63.99 USD, 20% off, at launch. South Atlantic Development Report An update to the DCS: South Atlantic map is in development and planned for inclusion in an upcoming DCS update. Every airfield is receiving an optimization pass to lower video memory usage. Texture fidelity is being improved significantly, with airfield textures quadrupling and building materials doubling. Vegetation across the map will now use a new distribution algorithm for denser and more natural coverage. Snow distribution and tiling issues are also being corrected. Normal maps are getting upgraded and integrated across the Argentina and Chile landmass to improve surface relief and lighting response. Airfield lighting and visual systems will receive a complete refresh. All lighting will use new tech, and airfield lighting will react to takeoffs and landings. Ushuaia PAPI lights are getting properly leveled too. Specter Studios is adding animated airfield radar units where appropriate and replacing all wind turbines with map specific animated models, as well introducing a variety of new airfield objects. A large set of airfields and points of interest are being revamped, including: Port Stanley, Ushuaia, Ushuaia Helo Port, Mount Pleasant, Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales, Mare Harbour, Rio Gallegos, Rio Grande, Provenir, Franco Bianco, O Higgins, Almirante Schroeders, San Julian, Comandante Luis Piedrabuena, and Pampa Guanaco. Mission planning quality of life is also being improved. The F10 map will show country borders and helicopter locations along with additional visual refinements. The Mission Editor default date is now the 1st of October, 2024 so summer textures are selected by default for new missions. Once this update is released the map will be feature complete and exit early access. However, improvements and bug fixes will continue. Please remember that you can purchase now whilst the 20% early access discount is still available. Specter Studios has a DCS Forum Page to discuss their projects. 2025 Green Balmoral Cup Tactical Aviation Simulation Competition Organized by Jianqiao Virtual Flight Group (JQvFG), a member of the DCS China community, this event will be the first simulated flight competition that centers on comprehensive tactical response of aviation forces in multi-factor, complex battlefield environments. We encourage all our Chinese speaking members to check out this fascinating event. The event presents participants with all-encompassing challenges: validating fundamental flight skills to handling adverse weather conditions, mastering individual combat techniques, executing team tactical coordination, adapting to battlefield variables caused by intelligence errors, and restructuring the OODA (Observe-Orient-Decide-Act) decision-making cycle. All these skills will be integrated into mission scenarios such as: • Offensive/Defensive Counterair (OCA & DCA) • Battlefield Air Interdiction (BAI) • Close Air Support (CAS) • Reconnaissance & Surveillance (R&S) • Air-to-Air Refueling (AAR) The competition will be held from the 3rd of October to the 15th of November, 2025 in a team-based PvE format. For more details please follow JQvFG’s official Bilibili account. Stay tuned for full coverage and live broadcasts of the competition. Generous prizes await the winners, and we look forward to welcoming individuals and organizations who are eager to engage in a clash of intellect and courage! Thank you again for your passion and support, Yours sincerely,

I plan to release v2.0 later today. I tried to get Tempest's wind mod working but it appears ED has locked that down because nothing I tried will decouple the ground wind layer from 1600ft wind layer. His mod will decouple the layers in the mission editor but it doesn't have any effect in game. 20 knots ground wind still results in 40 knots at 1600ft. That being said, I did make some nice improvements to this latest generation of cirrus clouds. I replaced a few textures with new ones and made some improvements to others. Shadows are looking much better now also. Overall I think these are the best looking cirrus yet. I also increased the fog visibility range in the mission editor. You can use that to create a nice hazy atmosphere look.

29 August 2025 Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, We are making steady progress on DCS: Iraq. Work has focused on completing the Iraq North region with clipmap refinements, corrected road and rail alignment, and more lakes. New airfields include H-2, H-3 Main, H-3 Northwest, H-3 Southwest, Al Kut, and Mosul airfields. Existing airfields have also received attention with refined embankments, fixed taxiway collisions, added ground support objects, and a more accurate water tower at Qayyarah Airfield West. We have also cleaned up open hangars of excess detail and unified settings so that all non destructible models are correctly flagged as Indestructible. From the 5th to the 7th of September, 2025, make sure to check out the Sim Gaming Expo taking place at Renaissance Convention Center in Chicago. Renowned DCS campaign creator Baltic Dragon and the lead developer from the Airplane Simulation Company will be showcasing the imminent arrival of the DCS: C-130J. Don't miss your chance to get your hands on the first “big bird” in DCS aircraft with a 30% pre-purchase discount, and please drop by for the meet and greet. The Red Flag EU server will be hosting Operation Liberty Dawn on the 30th of November, 2025. We are inviting you to take part in Nevada Test and Training missions; please contact Command via the official Red Flag EU Discord. Thank you for your passion and support. Yours sincerely, Eagle Dynamics Iraq Development Progress We are adding several new airfields to the Iraq North region and making a series of terrain and existing airfield refinements to the DCS: Iraq map. Clipmap adjustments are complete, and ground object settings have been normalized so that all non destructible models are now correctly flagged. This ensures consistent behaviour across the map as we move into the next round of art and performance passes. Please check out the development screenshots and stay tuned for the update coming soon. A key focus of this Iraq North update will be the addition of the H-2, H-3 Main, H-3 Northwest, and H-3 Southwest airfields in western Iraq. These served as critical Iraqi airbases during both Gulf Wars and as the focus on numerous offensive counter air, suppression of air defenses, SCUD-Hunt, and fighter sweep missions. To the north at Mosul, the Mosul Airfield has been added, as well as the surrounding area being improved. The southern portion of this region will see the addition of Al Kut airfield that also saw extensive action during the Gulf Wars and the earlier Iran-Iraq War. Several unique points of interest are also being added; the Kirkuk and Al-Shaab Stadiums, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Grand Festival Square, Mar Mattai Monastery, Baghdad and Babylon palaces, and more.This is in addition to improvements to the existing airfields such as better hangars, control towers, and terminals. Following the release of the Iraq North update (similar to the recent Afghanistan Map update), the full-attention of the Iraq map team will focus on the southern region to include all or portions of southern Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Qatar. Much of this work has already started, along with the addition of several Iranian airfields to allow Iran-Iraq War scenarios. Sim Gaming Expo Special guests We are excited to announce that DCS will be represented at the inaugural Sim Gaming Expo, a community-driven celebration of simulation taking place in Chicago, Illinois. This event will bring together enthusiasts from across the globe to experience the latest in simulation hardware, meet content creators, and take part in engaging panel discussions with industry leaders. One of the highlights of the show will be the opportunity to fly the upcoming DCS: C-130J by Airplane Simulation Company before its official launch. Campaign and mission developer Baltic Dragon will be there to showcase his specially crafted C-130J missions that demonstrate the full capabilities of this outstanding new module. Visitors will also have the chance to experience DCS on the impressive SimCraft full-motion simulator, flying missions designed by Baltic Dragon. DCS twitch streamer Ultrasaurus, known for sharing her DCS adventures, and Rifle, a real-world Special Forces Operator and JTAC/Instructor who actively uses DCS as a training tool, will be there to connect with fellow DCS pilots and share their experiences. RED FLAG EU Operation Liberty Dawn To mark the 50th Anniversary of Exercise Red Flag, RED FLAG EU will host its final event of the year: Operation Liberty Dawn. This will be a full-scale, multi-squadron, dawn strike against a hostile regime in the Nevada Test Training Range terrain. This large-force exercise will feature: Joint Task Force Blue executing SEAD, DEAD, OCA, SCAR, CAS, and Strike packages Player aggressors simulating hostile air opposition Heavy, layered IADS with realistic SAM placements Live JTAC, AWACS, ATC, and Range Control provided by Digital Controllers Aggressor operations provided by Bandit Works Squadrons from across the community will come together for a high-threat, contested environment, replicating the complexity and pressure of real world Red Flag exercise. Participation: This event is primarily for organized squadrons (limited solo pilot slots may be available). To request access, contact Command via the official Red Flag EU Discord. Thank you again for your passion and support, Yours sincerely,

"The C-130J over the mountains in Afghanistan, delivering ammo for SOF to a remote airstrip in the area with confirmed enemy presence. What can possibly go wrong? If you are at @simgamingexpo in Chicago this weekend, you'll be able to try this short mission and see how it goes. You will also have an opportunity to meet & greet the head of the @airplane_simulation_company developing the Hercules for DCS by Eagle Dynamics and talk to JTAC RIFLE, who spent a lot of time flying the C-130 during his numerous deployments! Oh, and @ultrasaurustv will also be there, as well as yours truly (Baltic Dragon)."

Military Asset Pack Iran 2.0.0 released! Changelog Version 2.0.0 Added LODs Changed textures to reduce size Added encyclopedia entry Changed folder structure Distribution model This Military Asset Pack is available in the following versions: The standard full download. Remove old asset pack version and unzip this in your Saved Games mods\tech folder. The incremental download which updates your full download and contains only the changed files. You apply it by overwriting your current installation.

Dear Eagle Dynamics, First of all, thank you for the incredible work on DCS World and for continuing to expand its scope. Hiring modders like CurrentHill shows real commitment to quality and community content, and it’s something we all appreciate. That said, there is an issue that is increasingly frustrating the player base: the ever-growing size of the CoreMods folder and mandatory livery packs. The Problem Many modules include 10–15 GB of liveries (e.g., F-14 = 14GB, F-4E = 12GB, others = 8–9GB). These are downloaded by all players, even those who don’t own the module, because they’re placed in CoreMods. The result: Install size is inflated by tens of gigabytes. Frequent updates are huge and slow because they touch massive files. Players are forced to buy new SSDs or split the game across drives just to keep playing. This isn’t just an inconvenience. It actively prevents new players from trying DCS, and makes existing players frustrated when every update eats bandwidth and disk space unnecessarily. Why This Matters We understand the reason behind CoreMods: everyone needs to see the same aircraft and skins in multiplayer. But the current implementation is heavy-handed. Right now, we’re downloading and storing content that many of us will never use. Constructive Suggestions There are practical solutions that would keep multiplayer compatibility intact without punishing everyone with bloated installs: Optional Livery Packs – Move liveries into modular downloads (via Module Manager). Players who want them can install, others can stick with a default skin. Fallback System – If a client doesn’t have a specific livery, DCS should display the module’s default skin instead. This is common practice in other sims. Lightweight Core Option – Allow players to choose a “Minimal Core” install that includes only essential assets. Great for single-player or those with limited storage. Better Compression/Deduplication – Many liveries reuse textures or differ only slightly. Optimizing this would cut gigabytes without removing content. Conclusion DCS is already a large, complex game, but it doesn’t need to be unnecessarily bloated. With every new module (and now with more asset packs from CurrentHill), this issue will only get worse. We ask that ED prioritize a solution to reduce storage and update overhead caused by CoreMods and excessive liveries. This would improve accessibility, performance, and overall user satisfaction. Thank you for considering, P.S. CoreMods>tech>Animals contains only one animal a Cow and it is 51MB in size!

Alright guys, v1.9 is out! Give it a try and let me know what you think. 8/26/2025 - Updated to version 1.9 - ALL NEW cirrus cloud textures - 20 unique highly detailed cirrus, cirrostratus and cirrocumulus variations - New shader code insures a different cirrus texture loaded with each mission reload for better variety. - Shader "patch mask" helps break up repeativness, adding gaps of clear sky between areas of cirrus - Moon size increased - Star size decreased back to default - New LOW RES version available for people using VR or lower end PC. (see link below for download) https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jEVEdgFXQAVfvUsUMLnOiC4RaUGxEaA5?usp=sharing

All new cirrus clouds in v1.9. 20 unique variations in total!

(Ignore the rear main wheel that all of the sudden started rotating weirdly lol, already fixed that) front land gear 22.mp4

Further adjustment of wheel heights and compression: Also, added the missing part and positioned it in proper place: @YoYo I know its probably still not 100% correct, but is this good enough?

12 September 2025 Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, In preparation for the launch of the upcoming DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum, we are pleased to bring you the next chapter in Matt “Wags” Wagner’s tutorial series: the MiG-29A Navigation and Landing. Enjoy! A new DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer campaign by Stone Sky is coming! You’ll be transported back to 2017’s most volatile airspace with the DCS: A-10C II OUTPOST Part III campaign that has you flying as part of the 74th and 163rd Fighter Squadrons. Set against the broader US/Russia great-power standoff in Syria, this chapter blends historical context with engaging gameplay and depth based on the Syria map. Execute demanding sorties with scalable difficulty and guidance. Another campaign planned for the next update is Operation Iron Tide by Sandman Simulations, which takes place following a devastating attack on the USS John C. Stennis in the year 2000. This campaign also takes place on the Syria map. With strict rules of engagement and a United Nations mandate, you will plan and lead the air component of a multinational response. Fly the DCS: F-14B Tomcat or DCS: F/A-18C, make the hard calls, and shape the battles. Stay tuned for the update to get your hands on these new campaigns! Thank you for your passion and support. Yours sincerely, Eagle Dynamics MiG-29A Fulcrum Navigation and Landing Our newest DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum tutorial video focuses on navigation and landing. After a review of the navigation panel and setting up a Data Transfer Cartridge (DTC) navigation program, you’ll learn how to create navigation points that can be assigned as waypoints or aerodromes , in addition to setting up radio navigation (RSBN) beacons. The video also shows off the addition of new Mission Editor landing aid units like the RSBN unit and the PRMG localizer and glideslope units that can be placed on any map and any airfield for navigation and instrument landings. In addition to setting up navigation programs and how to fly an instrument approach, the video also discusses how to create an inertial navigation, in-flight, alignment fix, and how to perform a visual flight rules overhead break landing. Watch the MiG-29A Navigation and Landing video. A-10C II Outpost Campaign by Stone Sky Stone Sky’s DCS: A-10C II OUTPOST Part III campaign chronicles the Syrian War at a pivotal moment: June 2017. The SDF, backed by CJTF-OIR airpower, advanced on the outskirts of Raqqa while Syria became a strategic outpost for both the United States and Russia. You’ll fly as a USAF pilot of the 74th and 163rd Fighter Squadrons, tasked to fight in a complex, shifting battlespace where intelligence gaps, weather, and a rapidly evolving ground situation force you to rethink the OODA cycle in real time. Missions span CAS, CSAR, and PPS, plus special assignments that test everything from fundamentals to multi-ship coordination. The campaign comprises eight large-scale missions, each broken into 60–70 minute segments for tight pacing and steady progression. Expect sudden weather shifts, ground and in-flight emergencies, and richly-voiced radio traffic (more than 1,700 lines) that bring the theater to life. You’ll launch from Incirlik, Gaziantep, Şanlıurfa in Turkey, King Hussein Air Base in Jordan, and H-4 in Iraq with detailed briefings, mission histories, and background context to ground every sortie. Pilots of DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer will find unique 163rd FS liveries, among others, and the entire experience remains VR-friendly with simple control prompts via spacebar or a mapped button. With 200+ pages of documentation and kneeboard material, OUTPOST Part III is built for seasoned Hawg pilots seeking authenticity and mission variety, while still welcoming newer pilots through adjustable difficulty and clear mission guidance. F/A-18C & F-14B Iron Tide Campaign by Sandman Simulations In Operation Iron Tide, you are not just another pilot; you are the architect of the air war. Following an attack in Haifa, and a wider surge in regional terrorism, the United Nations Security Council authorizes a coalition to dismantle Hezbollah’s operational capability. Collateral damage is unacceptable. Every target you pick and your weaponeering must honor strict rules of engagement while achieving decisive effects on target. You will plan and command a large air component that includes four squadrons of DCS: F-14B Tomcats and six squadrons of DCS: F/A-18Cs. Two carrier strike groups provide sea-based power, while two Marine Corps F/A-18C squadrons operate from airbases. At your discretion, you may step into any cockpit and lead from the cockpit of a Tomcat or F/A-18C. Mission planning is the heart of the experience. Choose from a wide set of taskings that include air superiority, escort, fleet defense, suppression of enemy air defenses, close air support, and strike. Build packages that balance risk and effect. Your tactical choices and strategic sequencing will directly shape the number of missions you fly and the arc of the campaign. Each mission is bookended by detailed briefings and debriefings. You will have 150 pages of tutorials, charts, and briefing material at your disposal for mission planning. The campaign spans roughly ten to forty missions, based on your performance and choices. It features quality voice-overs that bring radio traffic to life. If you want a campaign that includes command-level choices that carry campaign consequences, Iron Tide is for you. Please stay tuned for these new campaigns in the next update! Thank you again for your passion and support, Yours sincerely,

22 August 2025 Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, We’re excited to share our first instruction video for the upcoming DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum. In this MiG-29A Introduction initial episode, we discuss the key features of the Fulcrum such as its mission, engines, sensors, weapons, handling, and a walkthrough of its cockpit layout as reference for future instruction videos. This presentation sets the stage for upcoming tutorials on cold start, navigation, sensors, weapons, and more. The MiG-29A will also include a Guide and interactive training missions for all our new and existing Fulcrum pilots. The DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum is currently available as a pre-purchase at 30% off. Once released into early access, the discount will be reduced to 20% while in the early access phase. Strap in and light the afterburners because it's time for the High Alpha Hooligans Dogfight Tournament! This is not an airshow, but rather full-throttle aerial chaos where only the boldest virtual pilots survive. The sky is your battleground. Join up now on the High Alpha discord. Thank you for your passion and support. Yours sincerely, Eagle Dynamics MiG-29A Fulcrum Intro video now live We just released the MiG-29A Introduction video for our upcoming DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum. Also known as project 9-12A, this Soviet light fighter was designed in the 1970s, and entered service in 1983. This episode reviews the Fulcrum’s design and mission and its key features such as twin RD-33 engines, automatic slats, an all-moving tailplane, and 9G capability combined with high angle-of-attack flight. Paired with the Helmet-Mounted Sight and R-73 high off-boresight air-to-air missile, the Fulcrum is a deadly opponent in a dogfight. This video also reviews the planned weapons for our MiG-29A which includes the R-60, R-60M, R-73, R-27R/T, and R-27ER/ET air-to-air missiles and GSh-30-1 cannon. Our Fulcrum can also employ unguided air-to-ground weapons such as bombs and rockets. Although considered a 4th generation fighter, the P-12A does not include multifunction displays, but rather a HUD repeater screen, ‘steam’ gauges, and limited Hand-On Throttle and Stick (HOTAS) functions. Despite this, the MiG-29A is a deadly opponent in Beyond Visual Range (BVR) combat when armed with long-range R-27ER and ET missiles, and when operated by skilled pilots. Keep an eye out for the next chapters where we learn the steps to bring a cold and dark Fulcrum to life, taxi to the runway, and take off. Development Progress Development progress on the DCS: MiG-29A Fulcrum continues with much of the work focused on completing aircraft systems, the damage model, data transfer cartridge (DTC), skins, content, and bug fixing and tuning. We are also working on a large set of default controller input assignments to support several popular sticks and throttles. A 1st person pilot will also be available at launch; an often requested feature from VR pilots. It will also include ground equipment such as engine, intake, pitot, and louvre covers. We’ve been taking good note of the many MiG-29A skin requests you have made. At launch, we will provide the Soviet Union and Russia, East Germany, Poland, Kazakhstan, North Korea, and Syria. Many more are in the works and will be coming soon. Additional external modelling tasks being worked on, including highly detailed missile and bomb pylons and external fuel tanks. A version of the NS430 navigation system is also being developed for the DCS: MiG-29A as a separate download, and both English and Cyrilic cockpit and HUD options will be available at launch. Dogfight Tournament High Alpha Hooligans No AMRAAM spam here, just raw skill, nerves of steel, and some serious G-forces. Guns only. One life. No mercy. Only one pilot will emerge as the King of the Merge, but all will earn their wings in the most adrenaline-soaked showdown in DCS. When: It all goes down on this Saturday, the 23rd of August 2025. What to Expect: 1v1 bracket-style dogfights with aircraft pushing their flight envelopes and their pilots' sanity. Look out for legendary merges, insane scissors, and maybe a few flaming lawn darts. Spectator mode thrills and live commentary that’ll have you on the edge of your ejection seat. How to Participate: If you fancy a shot at the crown, then head over and register for one of the 32 spots available. All participants must check in with High Alpha Hooligans discord. Prizes: The winner will receive a module or terrain from both Eagle Dynamics and from DCS for Disabilities. That’s TWO prizes for a single winner! In addition, the runner-up will also receive a module or terrain from High Alpha Hooligans. How to Watch: You can head over to the High Alpha Hooligans YouTube channel or head on over to the Discord for updates. Thank you again for your passion and support, Yours sincerely,

15 August 2025 Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, We are pleased to bring you our latest update that includes a wide range of improvements and fixes across the DCS Core, aircraft and map modules. From refined AI behavior and weapon adjustments, to very substantial improvements to the Afghanistan map, this update represents another step toward delivering the most authentic and immersive combat flight simulation possible. You can find the full changelog information here. Enjoy! We are also thrilled to deliver the free Currenthill Assets pack. Each unit features high-resolution textures, Levels of Detail (LOD), animations, FLIR textures, seasonal liveries and encyclopedia entries. Thank you for your passion and support. Yours sincerely, Eagle Dynamics DCS Update Development Progress DCS Core Updates Core AI logic has been improved for both air and ground units. Fixed aircraft AI issues include the F4U-1D’s zero fuel behavior, improved group rocket attacks, tuned heavy aircraft landing angle of attack errors, and aerial refueling improvements. AI fighters using semi-active homing missiles will now respect radar gimbal limits, and helicopter traffic jams when landing at Jalalabad AB have been resolved. Ground AI targeting algorithms for SA-11, SA-2, and SA-3 launchers have also been refined, SAM sites now rearm correctly, and collisions between ground units and parked aircraft have been addressed. Tunguska missile accuracy has also been improved. The Mission Editor (ME) gained a search bar for unit lists to assist when creating missions, and range rings for ground units now respect the ‘Hide Units’ setting. Weapon updates include speed limitations, aerodynamic tuning for AGM-84 variants, seeker logic improvements for AGM-88C, and corrected mass and drag parameters for various ordnance. Additional bomb skins expand visual variety, and proximity fuze logic based on battery power has been corrected, and SNEB rocket effectiveness has been increased. Module-Specific Improvements F-16C Viper Numerous AN/AAQ-33 Advanced Targeting Pod improvements and weapon integration fixes ensure more reliable AGM-65, GBU-24, and LGB employment. F/A-18C Multi-Sensor Integration (MSI) enhancements bring additional datalink and AWACS track functionality. AH-64D Stability improvements for George AI, enhanced target reporting, and new Total Controls keyboard profiles. JF-17 Thunder Radar and HUD refinements and an updated RWR database. OH-58D Kiowa Warrior Cockpit and menu fixes and crash prevention in multiplayer slot switching. MiG-21bis Improved kneeboard data organization for Cold War operations. F4U-1D Corsair Multiple art corrections, sound adjustments, and the addition of a WEP Master On/Off switch. Flaming Cliffs 2024 Su-33 gains new Iraq instant action missions and HS campaign refinements. Afghanistan Development progress The Afghanistan map received extensive terrain mesh, normal maps, vegetation, ground texture, and other terrain improvements. In addition to Points of Interest (POI) areas around airfields and urban areas, the entire map has received a significant improvement in accuracy and realism, including from lower altitudes. An important addition has been the inclusion of Forward Operating Bases Clark, Gardez, Thunder, Tellier, Camp Dubs, and Camp Julien. Additionally, the Patrol bases of Khost and Deysie combat outposts have also been added. These are now highlighted on the Mission Editor and F10 Map View with green triangles. Other notable additions include the Mausoleum of Ahmad Shah Durrani, Kabul’s National Assembly, the Babur Garden, and the Kabul National Stadium. Many of the airbases also saw substantial improvement with more small and large object details, improved texture and lighting, and corrections to ramp and taxiway positions and AI logic. For a more detailed video report, please watch Matt “Wags” Wagner’s August 2025 Update video that discusses the update to the Afghanistan map and a dynamic campaign status report. Currenthill Assets Pack The free Currenthill assets bring a rich lineup of modern and Cold War ground units and aircraft including: The first iteration of the Currenthill Assets Pack will contain: FV101 Scorpion Light Tank FV107 Scimitar CRV T-90A Main Battle Tank (MBT) T-90M MBT T-84 Oplot-M MBT T-64 Bv 2017 MBT M1130 Stryker Infantry Combat Vehicle M-ATV MRAP BMPT Terminator MBT support vehicle 9K720 Iskander SRBM (with 9M723K1) M142 GMLRS MRL (with M30A1/M31 GMLRS) M142 ATACMS MRL (with M39A1 ATACMS) Pantsir S1 SPAAGM (with 57E6) Tor M2 SHORAD (with 9M338) TOS-1A MRL (with MO.1.01.04M) M1083 MTV Truck IRIS-T SLM LN SAM (with IRIS-T SLM) IRIS-T SLM STR SAM IRIS-T SLM CP SAM Tu-95MS Bomber (with Kh-101 and Kh-555) Mi-28N Attack Helicopter (with Ataka and Igla) Project 22160 Patrol Ship with SA-15 (Tor-M2) Project 22160 Patrol Ship Each Asset comes with: High resolution textures LODs for both model and destroyed model Custom sounds Animations Summer, desert and winter liveries FLIR textures Encyclopedia entries Combined Arms support except Tor M2 and Pantsir sensor and weapon control These new units are part of our ongoing mission to improve the DCS battlefield to facilitate the creation of engaging and realistic missions and campaigns. As always, your feedback plays a critical role in guiding our work. Thank you again for your passion and support, Yours sincerely,

We're trying to make mid October. That might slip to November. I'll be shocked if its any later than that.

I have some reason to believe that a video will be arriving within the next 12 or so hours.

A short update on progress would be nice

The secret is to enjoy what we've been given...maybe even express a little gratitude that someone has given the fruits of their labor to the community...not to ask for "at least" something else

https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/news/changelog/release/2.9.19.13478/ DCS Core Mission state save. Added functionality to save all destroyed units (air or ground or infantry) in their positions as destroyed statics when mission state save is used. By default these statics are hidden in the editor, you can find them in the unit list. (We plan to bring waypoints state and groups options save in next update) Cargo. Internal cargo support added for UH-1H, Mi-8 and Mi-24P AI Aircraft. F4U-1D. Incorrect behavior if fuel runs out in some cases - fixed. AI Aircraft. F4U-1D AI flight does not group attack with rockets - fixed. AI Aircraft. Heavy planes tend to over-AoA when landing - fixed. AI Aircraft. In some cases, when launching a semi-active missile, the aircraft would offset F-Pole maneuver beyond its radar’s gimbal limits and lose tracking - fixed. AI Aircraft. Jalalabad AB. Traffic jam on the runway during landing of a helicopter group - fixed. AI Aircraft. Refueling task doesn't react to stop flag - fixed. AI Aircraft. Refuelling probe is not retracted if the refuelling ends according to stop condition - fixed. AI Ground. SA-11, SA-2, and SA-3 launcher targeting algorithms improved. AI Ground. Fixed AI logic to address possible collision of ground units witр aircraft parked or moving on the ground in some cases AI Ground. Fixed cases when some of the dead units are not getting colder in the FLIR image. Adjusted the brightness of ground units in FLIR. AI Ground. Sam sites are failing to rearm when supplied by a vehicle or airbase warehouse in some cases - fixed. ME and Encyclopedia. Added a Search bar to unit lists with the ability to search by typing in any text. QAG. Fixed operation years data for units WW2 and SA-2, and SA-3 sites. QAG. Removed incorrect “Restrict Air-to-Ground Attack” option for helicopters in “Dogfight” mode.. QAG. Removed incorrect “Restrict Air-to-AIr Attack” option for helicopters SEAD SR mode. QAG. In some cases ENEMY LOCATION is placed on an unsuitable surface - fixed. QAG. Generator selects the helipad for the aircraft when the player chooses to start from the airfield on some terrains - fixed. Weapons. AGM-84 family. Added a speed limit of 0.9M. Weapons. AGM-84H. Updated drag params. Flight model tuned and dynamic launch zone corrected. Weapons. Fixed erroneous missile mass of AIM-7 family. Minor effect on missile flight performance due to mass adjustments. (Aim-7 inconsistencies with mass - Weapon Bugs - ED Forums) Weapons. Fixed incorrect high-drag bomb parameters that could cause an AI aircraft to crash while performing an attack run. Weapons. Implemented additional skins for bombs: Mk-81, Mk-82 BSU-33, Mk-82 BSU-86, Mk-82AIR, Mk-83AIR, Mk-84AIR, Mk-84, GBU-54, GBU-38, GBU-32, GBU-31, GBU-24, and GBU-10. Weapons. Missiles proximity fuze can be triggered with electric power supply expired - fixed. Weapons. SNEB HEAT rockets effectiveness was low against armored targets. The SNEB-68 cumulative factor values have been fixed. Weapons. Low Tunguska missile accuracy - fixed. Added: Currenthill Asset Pack FV101 Scorpion Light Tank FV107 Scimitar CRV T-90A Main Battle Tank (MBT) T-90M MBT T-84 Oplot-M MBT T-64 Bv 2017 MBT M1130 Stryker Infantry Combat Vehicle M-ATV MRAP BMPT Terminator MBT support vehicle 9K720 Iskander SRBM (with 9M723K1 Cluster/Unitary missiles) M142 GMLRS (with M30A1/M31 missiles) M142 ATACMS SRBM (with M39A1/M48 missiles) Pantsir S1 SPAAGM (with 57E6 missile) Tor M2 SHORAD (with 9M338 missile) TOS-1A MRL (with MO.1.01.04M missile) M1083 MTV Truck IRIS-T SLM LN SAM (with IRIS-T SLM missile) IRIS-T SLM STR SAM IRIS-T SLM CP SAM Tu-95MS Bomber (with Kh-101 and Kh-555 cruise missiles) Mi-28N Attack Helicopter (with Ataka and Igla missiles) Project 22160 Patrol Ship with SA-15 (Tor-M2) Project 22160 Patrol Ship Known issues - TU-95, Mi-28 and T-90A replace old assets, some issues with livery and loadout selection WIP. IRIS-T SLM -erroneous launch warning (WIP) DCS: F-16C Viper by Eaglе Dynamics Fixed: AN/AAQ-33 ATP A-A MT slew to selected target with no inertial extrapolation. Fixed: AN/AAQ-33 ATP doesn't handoff to AGM-65 Maverick missiles when in MT mode. Fixed: AN/AAQ-33 ATP in MT mode determines air target range too precisely. Fixed: AN/AAQ-33 ATP higher than allowed zoom. Fixed: SPI and weapon symbology decoupled from AN/AAQ-33 ATP when POINT track entered. Fixed: AGM-65 seeker oscillates and de-slaves from SPI with AN/AAQ-33 ATP. Fixed: GPS/INS guided weapons were missing the Azimuth Steering Line. Fixed: LGB doesn't seem to track moving targets correctly. Fixed: GBU-24 inherits and duplicates CCIP symbology. Fixed: GBU-24 will not auto-lase. Fixed: After the first AGM-65 fired, The Maverick seeker/symbology gets stuck. DCS: F/A-18C by Eagle Dynamics Added the ability to designate an AWACS surveillance (SURV) Multi-Sensor Integration (MSI) track file as the Launch and Steering (L&S) or Designated Target 2 (DT2). This is a work in progress with expected changes/improvements later. When finalized, an instructional video will be provided. Known issues: AIM-120 desync issues (not strictly an MSI issue, but rather more visible because of it) Half-sized HAFU for MSI track in TWS radar mode. Missing L&S, MSI-only tracks on SA page. Incorrect AIM-120 RWR warnings from MSI-only launches. Incorrect HMD indication of MSI-only targets as friendly. All MSI targets should be in the priority ranking matrix. Low priority tracks presentation missing. HAFU's missing proper MEM flashing logic based on contributing source. L&S Trackfile losing radar contribution causes the trackfile to be deleted and requires re-designating. Fixed: Terrain Avoidance (TA) radar mode could produce strange parabolic shapes of sea surface. Fixed: DTC countermeasure interval did not match aircraft's. DCS: AH-64D by Eagle Dynamic Added Total Controls keyboard unit profiles. Fixed: Crash when using rockets with open panel George AI in some cases. Fixed: Crash when trying to change weapons in George AI panel in some cases. Fixed: George AI CPG WPTHZ list not accessible if TGT/THRT points are present but no CTRLM points. Fixed: George AI switching to LOAL/LOBL audio switched. Fixed: George CPG FWD AREA and PHS AREA searches revert to OWN PFZ search. Fixed: George sometimes reports "Target lost" instead of "Target destroyed". Fixed: George reports out of range when well within range. DCS: CH-47F by Eagle Dynamic Added. Ground detent position for the Thrust Cont Lever. Fixed. MFD airspeed readout on map only displayed ground speed. Fixed. "Insert Before" command unable to cancel. Fixed. Incorrect total size for the Embarking task. DCS: Mi-24P Hind by Eagle Dynamic Added new controls binds for: Wipers Pedal damper Fuel cut-off Multicrew control assumed Hydraulic system switches DCS: JF-17 by Deka Ironwork Simulations Fixed. TDC axis behavior in AA TWS EXP mode Fixed. HPT information on radar page Fixed. HUD in AA gun mode should not show non-AA contact SPI indicator Updated. RWR database DCS: OH-58D Kiowa Warrior by Polychop Simulations Fixed: All digital data on dash detaching from dash on NAV SETUP page. Fixed: Perf Page CALC button requiring two button presses. Fixed: Hog menu CLASSIFICATION, PRECEDENCE, ACKNOWLEDGE lead to an endless loop. Fixed: No WPT carat displayed on VSD heading tape in DIR WPT mode when no route is loaded. Fixed: CTD when attempting to slot into the CPG seat of a dynamic slot in multiplayer. DCS: MiG-21bis by Magnitude 3 Reorganized kneeboard pages order. Added kneeboard RSBN and ARK data for Germany Cold War map. DCS: F4U-1D Corsair by Magnitude 3 Flight Model & Systems: Added Master On/Off Switch for WEP. Repurposed unused fuel pressure gauge into a water pressure gauge Art: Corsair External Model: Fixed back-face culling on HF Antenna mast. Fixed numerous smoothing errors. Fixed damage visibility for large flap gaps. Fixed right wing folding mech aileron rod poking through the wing. Fixed missing right wing fold mech on LoD 02. Fixed HVAR pylon UVs on LoDs 01, 02 & 03. Fixed missing small flap gaps on LoDs 01, 02 & 03. Corsair Cockpit Model: Fixed numerous ambient occlusion errors. Fixed pilot and inner canopy not showing in mirrors’ reflection. Adjusted instrument glass alpha texture. Adjusted click point for the HVAR distribution box’s on/off switch. Added missing control cables. Added Master On/Off Switch for WEP. Repurposed unused fuel pressure gauge into a water pressure gauge Updated 4K & 2K textures Essex Class Carrier: Added collision shell at Paddle’s platform. Miscellaneous: Added more engine sounds. Adjusted the engine and propeller sounds. (WIP) Flaming Cliffs by Eagle Dynamics Su-33. Added Iraq instant action missions Su-33 HS campaign, mission 20. Added conditions to Mission Goals. DCS Mirage F1 by Aerges General: Cockpit livery selection was added to the module options. It returns the ability to use custom cockpit liveries. In particular the "Mirage F1 English Cockpit CE and EE version" user mod. Note that the mod contents should be modified by renaming 'default' folders to 'english'. Module options tooltips are 'localizable' now - they will be displayed in the interface language, given their localization (translation) for this language was done. Systems: Fixed jettison buttons guards not reacting on mouse in F1BE. Fixed Optical Sight font looking blurred when its brightness is reduced. DCS: C-101 Aviojet by AvioDev Fixed conflicting dual seat airbrake control. Note that the rear seat always has the control priority DCS: Afghanistan Map by Eagle Dynamics Improved vegetation throughout the map. A new principle of vegetation distribution has been used to improve vegetation density. However, tree models are still under development. Dimensional models are used instead. Adjusted the combat area boundaries for the Mission Generator; this now covers the entire detailed map and the sea. Changed the lower and upper temperature limits by 10 degrees Celsius for all seasons. Improved textures of the ground surface of the entire map, color correction, and added many large and small details. The unnatural blue color near the banks of rivers and lakes has been removed in many places. Improved Normal Map textures for the entire terrain. Fixed artifacts and visual defects on the Normal Map textures of the ground surface. Improved texture of distribution of ground surface types: rocks, grass, sand, etc. Improved textures for ground surface types: rocks, grass, sand, etc. Fixed many places where roads displayed on the map (ME/F10) and were missing. The road network has been improved throughout the entire territory. Fixed many places where there were unnatural differences in the elevation of lakes, rivers and roads. Fixed many places where city blocks, villages, and fields were displayed incorrectly. Fixed visual and technical errors in 3D models: switching LODs, collision, and excess geometry. Improved river crossing textures. Improved textures of airfield markings. Fixed missing life parameters for some objects. Improved the ME/F10 map. Added borders and names of Afghanistan provinces. The map now displays the location of FOB, FB, and COP with a green triangle. The names appear near maximum zoom. Added TAD maps. Removed duplicates of some TAD map textures for better optimization. D I Khan radio beacon changed from VORTAC to NDB type. DCS: Southwest Afghanistan Map by Eagle Dynamics Added unique object Mausoleum of Ahmad Shah Durrani to the city of Kandahar. Improved surface color textures for airfields: Bost, Camp Bastion, Camp Bastion Heliport, Chaghcharan, Dwyer, Farah, Herat, Kandahar, Kandahar Heliport, Maymana Zahiraddin Faryabi, Nimroz, Qala i Naw, Shindand, Shindand Heliport, and Tarinkot. Kandahar Airfield - scenes have been improved: The scene is filled with a large number of objects, fences have been removed from the roads, and the road network in the vicinity of the airfield has been improved. Kandahar Airfield - improved taxiing of bots along taxiways; they now use a more optimal route. Kandahar Airfield - improved taxiway network from parking areas N05-N16 to the runway. Kandahar Airfield - fixed typo in the name of the Juliet ramp, previously it was Juliett. Kandahar Airfield - fixed typo in the name of the Oscar ramp, previously it was Oskar. Maymana Zahiraddin airfield - improved taxiing of bots along taxiways; they now use a more optimal route. Chaghcharan Airfield - improved scenes in the vicinity of the airfield, road network, cities, villages, and fields. Dwyer Airfield - Improved road network around the airfield and connected it to the main Afghan road network. Dwyer Airfield - the model of the lights at the ends of the runway has been replaced with a model of lights built into the surface of the runway. Dwyer Airfield added lights to runway 05/23. Camp Bastion airfield - fixed typo in the name of the Juliet ramp, previously it was Juliett. Bastion Heliport airfield - taxi routes along taxiways have been optimized; bots now use shorter routes from parking areas to the runway. Tarinkot airfield - parking lots 21, 22, 23, and 24 removed. Qala i Naw Airfield - scenes have been improved and issues with excessive scaling of some objects have been fixed. Qala i Naw Airfield - fixed some issues with the surface mesh, and mountain slopes and roads are now more realistic. Herat Airfield - removed objects obstructing PAPI view. DCS: East Afghanistan Map by Eagle Dynamics Added unique objects to the city of Kabul, such as: National Assembly, Square Fortress Kabul, Babur Garden, and the Kabul National Stadium. The area between the settlements of Gardez and Khost has been significantly improved. Improvements have affected all aspects: road network, rivers, lakes; settlements; fields; unique scenes; vegetation, and ground surface textures. Added Forward Operating Bases (FOB): FOB Clark, FOB Gardez, FOB Thunder, FOB Tellier, FOB Camp Dubs, and FOB Camp Julien. Added Patrol Bases (PB): PB Khost, PB QRF Base. Added Combat Outpost (COP) Deysie. Improved surface color textures for airfields: Bagram, Bamyan, FOB Salerno, Gardez, Ghazni Heliport, Jalalabad, Kabul, Khost, Sharana, and Urgoon Heliport. Improved resolution of ground textures in the vicinity of Kabul. Bagram Airfield - Delta ramp parking areas D04-D07 can now accommodate C-130s, and parking area D09 has been added. Bagram Airfield - added lights to runway 03L. Bagram Airfield - improved ground textures, added details, and fixed artifacts. Bagram Airfield - scenes have been improved that includes some objects in roads. Bagram Airfield - changes have been made to the unique scene on the Romeo ramp. Bagram Airfield - changes have been made to the unique scene on the Mike ramp. Bagram Airfield - airfield markings have been improved. Bagram Airfield - PAPI added to runway 03L. Bagram Airfield - Runway 03R approach lights corrected for course. Bagram Airfield - fixed the collision of the aircraft with the hangar building when leaving parking lot N11. Bagram Airfield - The Romeo ramp can now accommodate CH-47s. Khost Heliport airfield has been renamed FOB Salerno and assigned the ICAO code "OASL". FOB Salerno Airfield - runway surface improved. FOB Salerno Airfield - Unique scene improved. The scene is now more populated with objects. Kabul Airfield - improved road network and scenes in the northern part of the airfield area. Kabul Airfield - improved airfield markings. Kabul Airfield - duplicate names of parking lots at Kabul Airfield 6S-01, 6S-02 have been corrected, duplicate names have been replaced with 6U-01 and 6U-02. Jalalabad Airfield - fixed helicopters getting stuck on the taxiway after landing. Jalalabad Airfield - fixed a collision when landing aircraft during a paired landing. Jalalabad Airfield - added landing lights on runway 13/31. Jalalabad Airfield - the number 11 was added to the parking spaces in markings, which were previously omitted. Urgoon Airfield - fixed collision of aircraft on the runway with scene objects. Campaigns DCS: F-16C First in Weasels Over Syria Campaign by Ground Pounder Sims All missions - Updated to include the ATP DCS: F-16C Last Out: Weasels over Syria II Campaign by Ground Pounder Sims All missions - Updated to include the ATP A-10C / A-10C II Tactical Training Qualification Campaigns by Maple Flag Missions Updated all missions. Corrected radio transmission issues and removed annoying route altitude warning triggers. DCS: F/A-18C Inherent Resolve Campaign by Looking Glass Mission 2 - Task Force Zeus. Adjusted trigger - Task Force Zeus getting damaged after mission success will not force mission fail. Mission 4 - The Damned. Fixed error on Mission brief PDF and in game Kneeboard (waypoint 4 - codeword nexus). DCS: F/A-18C Raven One: Dominant Fury by Baltic Dragon M01: fixed rare issue with Cajun not disconnecting from the tanker M06: fixed issue with Cajun dropping into the sea after takeoff and mission not progressing correctly. DCS: F-18C The Rampagers by Baltic Dragon and Whipbird Productions All missions updated to accommodate security update to API function call Mission 9 updated to accommodate updated weapons effects Mission 10 scoring updated Mission 12 updated to accommodate updated weapons effects Mission 15 briefing and kneeboard updated DCS: F/A-18C The Arctic Thunder by Baltic Dragon Mission 1: reverted player's aircraft to cold start DCS: F-16C: The Gamblers Campaign by Baltic Dragon Mission 3: removed option for player to engage the convoy alone, as it sometimes led to confusion added note clarifying attack sequence for first target Mission 4: corrected wingman's name from Pyro to Flash; added missing TACAN for Flash Mission 5: fixed issues with some static soldiers pretending to be David Copperfield and hovering above ground Mission 6: fixed problem caused by new bomb splash damage, where attack on AAA would also destroy a technical, which is a later target; removed double "rifle" call during second maverick shot Mission 9: fixed missing comms during RTB and / or before AAR; prevented Syrian SA-11 from shooting at player enroute; fixed scoring in the mission - it will now be possible to get 100 points again DCS: F/A-18C Operation Green Line by Badger633 Mission9: New radio conflicts at start fixed, AI adjusted Mission 11: Additional AI safety trigger added DCS: F/A-18C Rise of the Persian Lion by Badger633 Mission 2 both variants: Improved landing trigger DCS: F/A-18C: Raven One by Baltic Dragon Mission 6: fixed problems with a script pop-up on the way to WP 2; fixed a bug where Clam would detach and climb endlessly until he runs out of fuel Mission 7: fixed rare issue with Psycho not dropping the smoke mark on deck Mission 11: fixed issue with Shadow 41 blocking deck during recovery Mission 13: fixed problems with a script pop-up after takeoff DCS: UH-1H Peacekeeper Lebanon Campaign by Flying Cyking All Missions: Adjusted Naqoura static unit placement. Changed Naqoura beacon to 280 kHz. Updated kneeboard with new naqoura beacon. Mission 09 - "Sheeba Farms". Adjusted trigger settings to mark target as destroyed. Resaved FOB Settings -> all weapons available. DCS: F-4E Northern Defenders 'Phantoms Rising' Campaign by Flying Cyking Mission 07 - "CAS Banak". Removed debug messages for Target 2 & 3. Added missing BRA for a Darkstar subtitle. Mission 10 - "Finland CAS". Adjusted AAA & manpad threats in AO. DCS: UH-1H The Huey Last Show Campaign by SorelRo Mission 3. FAC AI behaviour tweaked. Triggers revised. DCS: P-51D Debden Eagles Campaign by Reflected Simulations Mission 3: Further scripting error fixes

I've been on work related journey for two weeks. I just got home (like 4h ago) Anyway, In those hours I started working on BA-52 Vyuga ELINT pod, and then the KKR-1

I don't want to go into every exact detail but I have been fortunate to gain real world flight time in four warbirds since 2013. Twice, under unusual insurance conditions, I have flown real F4U-Ds (once in 2022 for 1.3 hours and once in 2024 for 1.5 hours {Obviously, I am not the owner of said Corsair.}). I can easily and definitively say that the F4U-D as it presents in DCS as of Sept of 2025 is not very close with respect to the flight model for a real F4U-D. Major differences include: 1 - The real F4U-D is nowhere, ... and nohow, ... as twitchy as the Magnitude 3 version. All the axes are more stable but most notably, pitch. 2 - While you do have to trim regularly in a real F4U-D, it is not the Tamagotchi situation that presently occurs with the DCS version. 3 - The well known left wing drop is not as bad in the real F4U-D. 3 - I can easily say that the real F4U-D is much faster, ... and subjectively much faster feeling, ... than the DCS version. (It's a f ........ throaty beast, ... and not just subjectively.) 4 - The 13 foot prop is much louder and throatier than the affair in DCS. 5 - While careful attention to engine management is crucial to success in the real F4U-D, the unusual engine seizures and characteristics currently of the DCS version are not correct. Now, I don't mean to drop a turd in the punchbowl and then run for the exits but I am not even a participating member of this forum (by my own choice). I just had not seen any comments from real warbird pilots and wanted to make a contribution. Lastly, I want to say that I am appreciative of Magnitude and time they have spent on this model. I know things will be fine tuned in the months and years ahead. Thanks for your work Magnitude!

UPDATE v1.1 Hello guys, new update is up. The cockpit model was redone — most parts rebuilt from the ground up and retextured. The exterior also got some fixes: corrected damage model (no more parts showing when they shouldn’t after damage), added bort number on the front landing gear, boarding ladder, and intake covers for parked/static aircraft.Flight model was adjusted to remove the unrealistic supercruise. Smaller tweaks include engine sound update. Unfortunately for now fabric cover doesn't work as it should on parked (not static) aircraft with open canopy clipping through it, so it was removed until it could be added properly in the future.

From Miltech-5 discord: Bo105 PAH VBH

made a full overview of all cockpit changes that come with the B(U) a while ago: https://imgur.com/a/I67DC2V Also the HUD is called the VDIGR not anything else. These are the Main B(U) upgrades: PTID: Programmable Tactical Display CDNU: Control Display Navigation Unit DFCS: Digital Flight Control System VDIG-R: Vertical Display Indicator Group Replacement (HUD) Only VF-143, VF-11, VF-103 and VF-32 got that towards the end. - Overall we would get: Multiple flight plans with upto 50 waypoints like in the hornet, though with much better functionality like showing airspaces and routes (plot lines) etc. All controled via CDNU and CAP. - Most Navigation functions are now handeled via CDNU with CAP serving as a quick command panel and still has all BITs and other miscellaneous items. - The tomcat now has an EGI (Blended INS / GPS) that means IFA (In flight Alignment) is possible - and no more annoying INS breaking. - Upto 20 waypoints can be designated as LANTIRN waypoints. Depressing the LANTRIN designate button for 2 seconds creates new LANTIRN waypoint. - Native Bullseye function. Any Waypoint can easily be designated as bullseye, with readouts on PTID, HSD in TID repeat and HUD. - Waypoints can be designated as GGW (GPS guided weapon) Target. JDAM can both be pre planned with LAR or TOO through making a new waypoint with LANTIRN. - Weapons: B(U) carries all weapons that the B carried, with one noteable addition: The GBU-31. The GBU-31 is a 2000 pound weapon, essentally a Mk-84 body with the GPS guidance kit. The B(U) never carried ANY other GPS guided weapons - do not get your hopes up. Beyond this there is a lot more stuff that is found both with the VDIGR and the PTID. Lots of pages and functionality that will require skill to learn and also make the tomcat much easier to fly and fight. A lot of additions come with the VDIGR that make tomcat AA tactics easier to execute and that will make it much more clearer how the tomcat was meant to be fought. Overall a lot that I did not mention and a lot to look forward to!

Got a chance to fly the C-130J. It did, with all due respect, feel better than the C-130 mod. But then again, I was not using my own rig or HOTAS so pretty much everything I fly will feel different. It was nice though. I met up with Xpendable there and he was saying that he inadvertantly had the C-130J throttle thrown to reverse, and it started taxiing backwards. By the time he had gotten control of it again, it had been backward taxiing at 80 kts! Wow. It was also great to meet Baltic Dragon, what a great guy. Here is me, Baltic Dragon, and Xpendable. v6, boNes

9/04/2025 - Updated to version 2.0 - 3 NEW cirrus cloud textures - Improved several other cirrus cloud textures - Improved cirrus cloud shadows - Various cirrus shader improvements - Increased fog visibility cap in the mission editor. - Fixed artifacts in Scattered Shower 5 cloud preset Low Resolution and legacy versions available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jEVEdgFXQAVfvUsUMLnOiC4RaUGxEaA5?usp=sharing

Some screens from the illumination stages of Enterprise '66, following the example of CV-59 Forrestal: Only IFLOLS on: AC Launch: AC recovery:

Нет РЛЭ на 9-12 или на 9-13 . РЛЭ одно на всех с пометками , сносками , изменениями и дополнениями . С указанием на какую модифмкацию действует то или иное указание. Оно постоянно меняется в процессе эксплуатации потому что вылазиют какие то косяки и чтобы их обойти меняют ту или иную процедуру. Я могу объяснить по пунктам почему изменили процедуру запуска но это займет много времени. Проще снять новое видео ))). Когда выйдет модуль возможно я это сделаю .

No, I won't switch to Su-25T avionics because people will use it as it has TGP, which Su-22 didn't have. The TV screen was used only for Kh-29T seeker feed and Wyuga elint system. Su-25A avionics have identical gunsight and weapon system as in Su-22. This will do for now. If the CWS guy will not be as busy with Su-30 and 35 for Codename Flanker, he might cook a CWS for Su-22 - already talked with him about it and he agreed - that will allow it to have working TV while still having Su-25A avionics. Moreover, mod is made in such a way that switching avionics to su-25t will render it useless and most things won't work properly. You might like it or not but that is my decision - I am not letting people do things with my mod that shouldn't be done.

Internal and External Lighting almost done

Помимо любителей воевать, присутствуют ещё и любители просто летать и общаться с техникой. И ни один другой симулятор не сравнится в этих аспектах с DCS. Я вот обожаю процедуры, рутинные операции, выдерживание точных параметров полета, посадки в СМУ, отклик техники на мои действия и т.д. Боевая составляющая почти совсем неинтересна (хотя иногда и неплохо, что она есть). Для таких, как я, C-130 очень интересен. Особенно с учётом функции лоад-мастера. И мне бы хотелось, чтобы в DCS и дальше появлялись транспортные и другие небоевые аппараты. Спасательные или поисковые, например. Даже некоторые гражданские не помешали бы. Наоборот, даже украсили симулятор. И привлекли бы новых пользователей. Некоторые любители вертолетов пришли из гражданских симуляторов в DCS только из-за самой реалистичной физики, в не из-за возможности пострелять. Так что мнения о целесообразности модуля C-130 очень разнообразны и субъективны. Не надо категоричности.