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Updated the following kneeboards: SA-342L - GUN ROCKET SA-342L - HOT3.png SA-342L - MISTRAL.png Changes include updating the procedure to include lasing the target (for employing HOT3's), as the laser range now shows in the SA-342L periscope as of DCS 2.8.7.42583 Open Beta. Also added a step to use "Pilot Sight Visibility ON/OFF" as needed, as the SA-342L may not show the sight when spawned clean. EDIT: Apologies, I made another quick edit to the GUN ROCKET and MISTRAL kneeboards on top of the initial edit of the HOT3 kneeboard, so please re-download if you already picked up just the HOT3 update.

I made the following changes to the SA-342 kneeboards (from July 7th, 2023): Modifications to existing kneeboards: "SA-342L - GUN ROCKETS.png" was updated to account for key mapping changes, and expanded gun-pod options for the SA-342L, as of DCS 2.8.6.41066 Open Beta "SA-342M - HOT3.png" was updated to account for key mapping changes, as of DCS 2.8.6.41066 Open Beta Removed "SA-342Mistral MISTRAL.png", as this flyable SA-342 type was removed as of DCS 2.8.6.41066 Open Beta. Recommend you remove this non-applicable kneeboard and corresponding "SA342Mistral" folder. Added "SA-342L - HOT3.png" and "SA-342L - MISTRAL.png", to account for expanded weapon options for the SA-342L, as of DCS 2.8.6.41066 Open Beta Updated the following kneeboards (from today, July 24th, 2023: SA-342L - GUN ROCKET SA-342L - HOT3.png SA-342L - MISTRAL.png Changes include updating the procedure to include lasing the target (for employing HOT3's), as the laser range now shows in the SA-342L periscope as of DCS 2.8.7.42583 Open Beta. Also added a step to use "Pilot Sight Visibility ON/OFF" as needed, as the SA-342L may not show the sight when spawned clean. EDIT: Apologies, I made another quick edit to the GUN ROCKET and MISTRAL kneeboards on top of the initial edit of the HOT3 kneeboard, so please re-download if you already picked up just the HOT3 update.

Also, for automatic lasing, recommend you don’t use continuous lasing (I.e. ALAS / CONT), but rather set a time for the lasing to begin so many seconds before expected impact (e.g. I use 15 seconds). This way the LGB doesn’t start moving its control fins right away which is very draggy, and may cause the bomb to fall short. For example: By default, lasing is auto, continuous (ALAS CONT) - to change: From the "ARMT" page, select "A/G DLVRY" (PB-10), then "PROG PAGE" (PB-1), then "ALAS/MLAS" (PB-11) for auto/manual lasing; Further, if"ALAS", on the UFC you can type in the number of seconds to start lasing from expected time GBU-12 hits the target (e.g. "15" seconds), then select "ALAS" (PB-11) to set it; Enter "SHF" "9" (for "C'») for continuous.

I made the following changes: After expanding the RWS section to include DTT, and making a minor update to the TWS section, the following kneeboard: F-16C - AIR-TO-AIR BVR AIM-120.png has been replaced with the following two kneeboards: F-16C - AIR-TO-AIR BVR AIM-120-1.png F-16C - AIR-TO-AIR BVR AIM-120-2.png Please delete the first kneeboard listed above, if previously installed, and replace with the two new ones above. Minor update to the following kneeboard, fixing some missing steps F-16C - Creating Steerpoints.png

I made the following changes: After expanding the RWS section to include DTT, and making a minor update to the TWS section, the following kneeboard: F-16C - AIR-TO-AIR BVR AIM-120.png has been replaced with the following two kneeboards: F-16C - AIR-TO-AIR BVR AIM-120-1.png F-16C - AIR-TO-AIR BVR AIM-120-2.png Please delete the first kneeboard listed above, if previously installed, and replace with the two new ones above. Minor update to the following kneeboard, fixing some missing steps F-16C - Creating Steerpoints.png

I updated one kneeboard and added a new one. Minor update to the following kneeboard page (forgot to add a step to turn on the LANTIRN TPOD from the WSO position): F-15ESE - CBU-97 CDIP TPOD-LN-2.png After some challenges finding ground targets using the LANTIRN TPOD in snowplow mode, I added the following kneeboard, to create mark points using the UFC, to be used as steer points or as a cue source for the LANTIRN TPOD: F-15ESE - USING UFC TO CREATE MARK POINTS FOR TPOD.png

I've also had mixed results, which made me re-read the user manual some more. Part of the issue is that there are so many TWS modes/sub-modes that can significantly change the azimuth and vertical (i.e. bars) scan. Given this, I've updated my F-15E BVR kneeboards to show more of the TWS modes, as I didn't show as many options in my first draft. For example, I've uploaded an excerpt from the updated kneeboard below (see this thread for more info: https://forum.dcs.world/topic/329552-kneeboards-for-f-15e-strike-eagle-for-air-to-air-missile-guided-bomb-employment/#comment-5260003 )

I updated the following F-15E kneeboards: F-15ESE - AIR-TO-AIR BVR ACM AIM-120-1.png F-15ESE - AIR-TO-AIR BVR ACM AIM-120-2.png After reading more of the user manual, and doing some more testing, I made the following changes: - In the section "BVR with AIM-120, Track While Scan (TWS: Track multiple targets)": * One of the TWS mapping steps (AAS fwd long) was for the back seat stick, so I removed it * Expanded the TWS sub mode mapping steps from DTWS/2TWSH and HD TWS/3HDT, as a reminder of more TWS options

When you say without a cross, do you mean you can’t bring up the periscope? FYI here’s one of my kneeboards, for using the HOT3 with the L version, if it helps:

With the introduction of the AGM114L radar guided Hellfire, and the addition of the image auto-track feature for tracking moving targets, I needed to review a few kneeboards. Due to some added and (hopefully) clearer updated procedural steps, I made the following updates: 1) Replaced the following kneeboard: AH-64D - AGM114 HELLFIRE GEORGE.png With the following two kneeboards: AH-64D - AGM114 HELLFIRE GEORGE-1.png AH-64D - AGM114 HELLFIRE GEORGE-2.png Please delete the first kneeboard listed above, if previously installed, and replace with the two new ones above. 2) Replaced the following kneeboard: AH-64D CPG - AGM114 LZ HELLFIRE.png With the following two kneeboards: AH-64D CPG - AGM114 HELLFIRE-1.png AH-64D CPG - AGM114 HELLFIRE-2.png Please delete the first kneeboard listed above, if previously installed, and replace with the two new ones above. 3) Updated the following kneeboards: AH-64D CPG - M230 30MM AWS-1.png AH-64D CPG - M230 30MM AWS-2.png

With the introduction of the AGM114L radar guided Hellfire, and the addition of the image auto-track feature for tracking moving targets, I needed to review a few kneeboards. Due to some added and (hopefully) clearer updated procedural steps, I made the following updates: 1) Replaced the following kneeboard: AH-64D - AGM114 HELLFIRE GEORGE.png With the following two kneeboards: AH-64D - AGM114 HELLFIRE GEORGE-1.png AH-64D - AGM114 HELLFIRE GEORGE-2.png Please delete the first kneeboard listed above, if previously installed, and replace with the two new ones above. 2) Replaced the following kneeboard: AH-64D CPG - AGM114 LZ HELLFIRE.png With the following two kneeboards: AH-64D CPG - AGM114 HELLFIRE-1.png AH-64D CPG - AGM114 HELLFIRE-2.png Please delete the first kneeboard listed above, if previously installed, and replace with the two new ones above. 3) Updated the following kneeboards: AH-64D CPG - M230 30MM AWS-1.png AH-64D CPG - M230 30MM AWS-2.png

Known issue

I made the following changes to the SA-342 kneeboards: Modifications to existing kneeboards: "SA-342L - GUN ROCKETS.png" was updated to account for key mapping changes, and expanded gun-pod options for the SA-342L, as of DCS 2.8.6.41066 Open Beta "SA-342M - HOT3.png" was updated to account for key mapping changes, as of DCS 2.8.6.41066 Open Beta Removed "SA-342Mistral MISTRAL.png", as this flyable SA-342 type was removed as of DCS 2.8.6.41066 Open Beta. Recommend you remove this non-applicable kneeboard and corresponding "SA342Mistral" folder. Added "SA-342L - HOT3.png" and "SA-342L - MISTRAL.png", to account for expanded weapon options for the SA-342L, as of DCS 2.8.6.41066 Open Beta

If memory serves, once you go into TWS mode, there is no need to TDC press on another contact as that would change to DTT mode. You would just need to wait while in TWS until tracks are created for the other contacts (empty followed by solid squares), then coolie switch up short to switch PTD to other tracks (and fire).

Once I changed the collective axis X and Y saturation back to 100% and reduced the fuel load to ~50% (with weapons), I was able to take off with full collective. Hopefully this will be addressed so we get more power for take off/hover.

SA342 Periscope Deploy/Stow

Added link for F-5E-3 kneeboards.

I put together some simple procedural kneeboards for the F-5E-3, placed in the User Files section. https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3331861/ As stated these are not official procedures, just what I've put together as a quick reminder on how to employ air-to-air missiles, unguided bombs and rockets, and cannon on the F-5E-3 (after not flying it for a while). A bit late as I've had this module for a while, but I figured a little reminder never hurts... Kneeboards included: F-5E - AIR-TO-AIR ACM IR MISSILES AND CANNON.png F-5E - AIR-TO-GROUND BOMBS ROCKETS GUNS.png F-5E - AIR-TO-GROUND RETICLE DEPRESSION CHARTS.png Enjoy! AKA_Relent (ED forums: 609_Relentov)

Similar collective issues here. I re-bound my Virpil T50 CM3 throttle to the collective axis, but while I see the in-cockpit collective move its full range, looking at the gauge, it appears limiting to about 85-90% - I can barely get off the ground. This after checking that my weight was below the maximum allowed weight (from the reload pop up), after reducing the fuel load, etc. Edit - seems to be 85-90% max on the ground with full collective. Once (barely! ) in the air, and you pick up speed and gain some transitional lift, the helicopter starts to gain altitude (plus the gauge goes higher and you see the warning light/hear the warning beep, if still at full collective).

Yep, that's why it's best to set up all of the delivery parameters for a given program (i.e. PROG x), including selecting the appropriate stations, etc. (see my post above). As you noted, as soon as you select a station it resets everything for the given program you are in, and you have to program it all in again.

Make sure you have set both the fuse options (see my post above, e.g. set burst height) as well as the delivery options where you choose HEIGHT; here’s another excerpt from one of my kneeboards: Set CBU-97 delivery parameters: Right MFD, PB-11 until "M2", then "ARMT" (PB-2), then "A/G" (PB-3); Select desired progrem, e.g. "PROG 1" (PB-5), then: Select all stations with 1 or more CBU-97s (one of PB-16 - PB-20) Select "CDIP" (PB-6) or "AUTO" (PB-7), for CCIP or auto delivery mode Select 1) "1/STA" (PB-6), 2) "STEP" (PB-7), 3) "RP SGL» (PB-8), or 4) "RP MPL" (PB-9), for 1) one weapon simultaneously from each selected station per pickle button press, 2) one weapon separately from each selected station, per pickle button press, 3) string of weapons separately from each selected station as long as pickle button pressed, and 4) string of weapons simultaneous from each selected station as long as pickle button pressed Select "TIME" (PB-6) or "HEIGHT" (PB-7) for canister burst time or height After setting both, I get expected burst and dispersal.

I just finished a kneeboard for CBUs, and I’m not at my PC so I’ll just paste that section here Set CBU-97 fuse parameters: Right MFD, PB-11 until "M2", then "ARMT" (PB-2), then "A/G LOAD" (PB-7) Select "STEP" (PB-10) until vou see CBU-97, then select (PB-4) Select all stations at the top loaded with CBU-97 (from PB-16 to PB-20) Select "FUZE" (PB-7) Select "SEL FUZE" (PB-4), until "F ZU39" is selected Select burst time (PB-2/PB-3) or burst height (PB-13/PB-14), as desired Select "ENTER" (PB-10) to save fuze parameters to memory

Thanks Sydy - your quick checklist kneeboards are very nice as well. I updated the the following F-15E kneeboards: F-15ESE - GBU-12 TPOD-LN-1.png F-15ESE - GBU-12 TPOD-LN-2.png Changes are as follows: - When setting GBU-12 delivery parameters, using STEP instead of 1/STA made it easier, allowing the use of one program (PROG x) in PACS/armament screen; updated the steps accordingly (page 1) - Added an optional step to undesignate the target in the LANTIRN via Boat Switch AFT (page 2) Added a new 2-page kneeboard for using CBU-97s, as I was initially challenged to figure out all of the fusing and delivery parameters: F-15ESE - CBU-97 CDIP TPOD-LN-1.png F-15ESE - CBU-97 CDIP TPOD-LN-2.png

This post is just to list all kneeboards I’ve created for weapon employment so it’s in one location. While I have added posts in the specific aircraft/helicopter sub-forums, they are often buried below dozens of newer posts, and can be hard to find. Here is a link to the user files section for all of my kneeboards: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/filter/type-is-document/user-is-AKA_Relent/apply/?PER_PAGE=50 Here is the list of individual aircraft and helicopter modules and a direct link to that modules’ specific kneeboard page: Aircraft: A-10C: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3319248/ A-10C II: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3335912/ AJS-37: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3319591/ AV8B N/A: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3318838/ F-4E: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3338073/ F-5E-3: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3331861/ F-14: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3318839/ F-15E: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3331735/ F-16C: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3318840/ F/A-18C: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3318841/ JF-17: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3319057/ M-2000C: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3319730/ MiG-19P: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3330339/ MiG-21bis: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3319952/ Mirage F1: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3329090/ Helicopters: AH-64D: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3321164/ Ka-50: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3319210/ Mi-8MTV2: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3320783/ Mi-24P: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3319348/ SA-342: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3318842/ UH-1H: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3332469/ I've also uploaded two scripts, one to dynamically spawn opposing force aircraft (OpForAC), and one to dynamically spawn friendly force aircraft (BluForAC): OpForAC - Opposing Force AI Aircraft script: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3332275/ BluForAC - Blue ("Friendly") Force AI Aircraft script: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3335913/ Regards, AKA_Relent

I put together some simple procedural kneeboards for the F-15E, placed in the User Files section. https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3331735/ As stated, these are not official procedures, just what I've put together as a quick reminder on how to employ various weapons on the F-15E (after not flying it for a while, or in this case, it's new). Kneeboards included: F-15ESE - AIR-TO-AIR ACM AIM-9.png F-15ESE - AIR-TO-AIR BVR ACM AIM-120-1.png F-15ESE - AIR-TO-AIR BVR ACM AIM-120-2.png F-15ESE - CBU-97 CDIP TPOD-LN-1.png F-15ESE - CBU-97 CDIP TPOD-LN-2.png F-15ESE - GBU-12 TPOD-LN-1.png F-15ESE - GBU-12 TPOD-LN-2.png F-15ESE - GBU-38 WMM TPOD-LN-1.png F-15ESE - GBU-38 WMM TPOD-LN-2.png F-15ESE - GBU-38 WMM UFC COORDS-1.png F-15ESE - GBU-38 WMM UFC COORDS-2.png F-15ESE - UPDATING PACS AFTER REARMING.png F-15ESE - USING UFC TO CREATE MARK POINTS FOR TPOD.png The F-15E Strike Eagle kneeboards need to be placed in the F-15E Kneeboard folder, for example: C:\Users\<your name>\Saved Games\DCS.openbeta\Kneeboard\F-15ESE Enjoy! AKA_Relent (ED forums: 609_Relentov)