usmcnaz

My A-10C upgrade is now showing completed and I was able to install through the module manager. I have open beta / non-steam version of DCS.

I bought $9.99 upgrade via PayPal. Order status shows "PAID" and have receipt email from PayPal as well...but that's it. Order is not "completed" and cannot download either.

Had the same dx11backend.dll crash today. It happened after I turned on shadows (was not aware of this issue then), and I can provide the crash log if the dev's want it.

I think that when you missed your approach, you did not go around and attempt to land in the same direction. It sounds like you came in from the opposite direction? I'm not 100% sure, but I think the AP landing, like the ILS, only works for the active runway.

Just like any hobby, the satisfaction you get out of it is derived from the effort you put in to it. The PDF is exhaustive, but you don't need to memorize it all-but it is important to be able to visually ID targets from memory. There is no time to consult the nice PDF you linked mid-flight. I would suggest reading the brief and determining the enemy order of battle, and from that looking at the PDF before getting into the cockpit. Even knowing the differences between the friend and foe, gaining and maintaining situational awareness is most important. Knowing where you are, and in relation to the disposition of ground forces, is paramount. Once you get the point where you can discern the difference between a BRD and a Strela-1, you'll appreciate this hobby even more! It is a real challenge in the simulation because it is a real challenge for the real pilots. So, hit the books!

L.ALT + ' should work for the A-10 as well. I assume when you say nothing happens that you mean not even the pop-up window appears to change the payload. Yo may want to verify your configuration, maybe that key combo got deleted by mistake?

I know this is a Beta release of a computer game meant to appeal to the masses; but there are some things fundamentally wrong with CA. Perhaps ED has bitten off way more than it can chew? I understand that simulations have limitations, and I realize I'm even more critical because of my real-life experience. I can't recall being more frustrated with a game/simulation. Let me just mention some things that frustrated me: (1) why is the JTAC stuck in a vehicle? (2) why can't I turn off the vehicle engine? (3) why does the AI see through trees and buildings? Why does the terrain have edges like a pyramid? Why can't I really "CONTROL" (the "C" in JTAC) planes and indirect fire assets (A-10s and Arty)? These are just a few of many. I doubt very much ED will be able to or want to fix most of what is fundamentally flawed with this product. I took my chance, spent my money, and now I know better.