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    Coalition or group in moving zone

    in Wish List

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    No need for that. The trigger zones can be linked to the specific group/unit in their respective properties, even keeping the position relative to the linked group/unit. Therefore, normal "Coalition in zone" or "Group in zone" conditions can be successfully employed.

    Data cartridge vs Mission Editor Question

    in DCS 2.9

    Posted

    The DTC also ensures that everybody has the same settings, frequencies, coordinates, laser codes, etc. - that's the main benefit. In real life, when the pilots go through the mission briefing, the planning staff prepares all the data for them with the cooperation of the flight leaders, who then distribute the mission data to their subordinates. I really wish we get the same functionality in the DCS, preferably in the form of the XML file, which could be distributed freely to the players participating in the mission.

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    Radar Launch Warnings

    in Military and Aviation

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    In real life, all you get is the STT lock warning for the SARH missile or the Active missile warning for the ARH - no actual Launch warning. So, strictly technically speaking, any time you get an STT lock warning, you must assume the missile can be on the way and act accordingly.

    The 'static activate' trigger help wanted

    in DCS Core Wish List

    Posted

    On 6/9/2022 at 1:28 AM, Grimes said:

    Hard to say. Its happened a few times where ED adds a feature to the editor that isn't quite functional yet. Think of it as one person creates the values that adds it to the editor while waiting on another person to complete the feature. It makes zero sense to me why a static deactivate couldn't already be added because the same functionality exists in script form as: 


    StaticOjbect.getByName('objName'):destroy()

    What would be the script to spawn the static object? Is it the same syntax except for the "destroy()", or is it more complicated? Can it be done for the object already placed by the mission designer and then removed via your sample script?

    CAP-9M does not track (doesn't do anything really)

    in Weapon Bugs

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    Actually, there are two versions of the training missiles: CATM-9M and DATM-9M. The first is a captive training missile used to train pilots. It contains the same seeker, electronic assembly, and umbilical cable as the live missile but no fuze, warhead, or motor. Its purpose is to interact with the aircraft like a live missile except for an actual firing. The second one is used for ground maintenance and handling training only, and it can be mounted on the aircraft but cannot connect to its systems.

    So, the CATM version in the DCS should act as a live missile except for the ability to be launched. If it does not work that way, it's definitely a bug.

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    Tank pressure

    in DCS: F/A-18C

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    If the probe is extended, it's correct behavior. Probe extension stops the tank pressurization system, and the pressure is vented. Otherwise, it wouldn't be possible to refuel the tanks. Since the tanks are not pressurized, excessive maneuvering could hamper the engine fuel feed, hence the warning.

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    Jet blast and prop wash simulation + A-A refueling physics

    in DCS Core Wish List

    Posted

    Hello,

    I have a question for the ED team.

    Is there a plan to simulate the effects of the jet blast and prop wash in DCS in the near future? I believe it is an essential aspect of accurate flight simulation.

    I know it's not right to ask questions about different things on the same topic but are there any plans to improve the boom and hose physics for the tankers?

    Thanks in advance for your answer, and have a nice day!

    Planes don't pop chaff vs Rapier?

    in Mission Editor

    Posted

    RAPIER uses the surveillance radar in the top dome to search for the targets; target acquisition and tracking is performed visually. Blindfire radar was added later as a complement to enable the system to operate in low-visibility conditions. In theory, both radars could be affected by Chaff to some extent, but given the operating range and band, they should be able to filter the Chaff out quite easily.

    The missile behavior after launch is a correct one because the missile flies unguided for the first couple of seconds until it acquires the signal from the guidance antenna (the parabolic antenna in the middle of the launcher assembly); only then it begins to adjust course.

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    Planes don't pop chaff vs Rapier?

    in Mission Editor

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    Hello,

     

    This behavior is quite realistic because RAPIER is not radar guided - it uses the SACLOS type of guidance, where the operator manually keeps the target in optical crosshairs. The missile itself receives commands from the guidance computer to steer to the target. Therefore, Chaff does not affect a system like this - it could only affect the surveillance radar.

    Persistent cockpit state

    in DCS Core Wish List

    Posted

    Bingo. For those who want to run the full pre-start and post-shutdown cockpit checks.
    Sorry, but your point makes no sense. The pilot is obliged to perform a full walkaround and all systems checks everytime he/she gets on board. I think a better idea than a persistence would be to introduce a "human error" factor - as sometimes, the crew chief could get something overlooked. That would do the same and would be much closer to real life.

     

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