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While the DCS NS430's operation/3D model is based off that of a Garmin GNS 430, do not expect the NS430 to be a realistic simulation of the "real" unit or to be able to use Garmin's operating instructions. This Grim Reapers video helps set expectations for it's use in DCS and explains how to enter User Waypoints, naming limitations, etc. @20:25 Note: the NS430 has a number of reported single player and multiplayer bugs that are awaiting attention from ED.

AFAIK the Mirage 2000C is mostly complete i.e. by most reasonable "standards" it is finished with the exception of the training missions, etc. that need to be updated. That said IIRC there are some things the devs would like to add/improve such as the hyd system for better damage/system failure modelling, more accurate wind milling for engine restarts/flame out landings, better cluster weapon modelling/effects (Belouga), etc. - these are less "missing features" and more the devs own wish list items that shouldn't be held against them as they work to resolve bugs and features on the F-15E and AV-8B. Currently the devs are working on improving Mirage to Mirage IFF modelling which was never part of the original DCS roadmap Obliviously all this is WIP and subject to change. ???

ALV/CSV autopilot modes are WIP, the dev's do not recommend their use at this time.

Primary (max 8 ) allows messages and reports to be sent through the TSD i.e. present position, threats, points, etc. Team (max 16) allows messages and reports to be sent through the COM Page i.e. threat list, waypoint list, etc. Wags data link video @3:12 Using the COM page to send/receive mission data @4:29

The F-16C Air to Air radar is detecting and locking up ground targets i.e. Aim-120 vs SA-2, etc. Obvious WIP open beta bugs that need squashing.

I'm still testing - with fuel so tight, I'm thinking 1. Initial response *might* be with 2x IRMAV's and no TPOD, etc. for max fuel (IIRC ~33%) @ 20,500 lb VTO To take out the tank/bridge using the DMT/IRMAV and 1x Shilka 2. Then rearm with 1x APKS pods, 4x AIM-9M and the TPOD (or perhaps 1x APKS pod and the Canon, etc.) To take out the other Shilka and deal with other threats as needed/tasked. Yeah, I think it was about 1000lb ingress + 1000lb egress = ~1000lb on station plus a little reserve. The "fun" part is trying to find solutions that work.

You can try with this edited mission that IIRC gives more time between enemy waves but it's still pretty difficult as we're limited to 20,500 lbs VTO's and have about 1,000 lbs less fuel than in 2018. APKWS is available at the FARP which might help. AV8B Fire Brigade - River Defense, 20231015.miz

You'll want to VTOL with about 20,700lb, so a couple of IR Mavericks, 2x Sidearms or AIM-9's and ~40% fuel. Another option is to VTOL to the grass strip next to pads and STOL with a slightly heavier loadout - not sure how well it works with the newer performance changes though. Yes, short relays from the FARP. The mission can be quite "fun" but frustrate as it immediately ends if Redfor cross the river - so I edited my version to continue after the loss condition (enabling more practice/fun and a chance to see the full out come). I haven't played the mission since the Harrier was updated - so things the hot spot detector and APKWS might work well ? This 2018 video is old and so has Mav and TPOD on LH and RH MFD's, etc. (features since fixed to be more realistic) but might help plan.

Which version of DCS are you using - I've no issue running the Steam DCS World Open Beta ? Tested using DCS Open Beta Multi-thread 2.8.8.43704

I disagree. I believe @Maverick24 screenshot shows he is using the default "Magnetic" NS430 setting and wonders why entering the runway's F10 magnetic heading into the OBS doesn't work as expected. Glad we both agree the NS430 is bugged on the Caucasus map if switched to use "True".

The DCS NS430 can be switched between True and Magnetic - however it's bugged on the Caucasus map and so you should use True bearings in the NS430's default "Magnetic" setting. Note - although the NS430 can draw an OBS course line as required (on a North Up map), OBS lateral/cross track guidance is broken and guides a "Direct To" path to the selected navigation point (rather than to the OBS course line). Unfortunately the DCS NS430 is both limited in features and buggy - so you are not making mistakes - rather you are finding/learning workarounds. While the NS430 looks "pretty", for practical purposes - you should focus on learning how to make best use of the accurately modelled flight instruments (wherever possible) in DCS's full fidelity modules and use the NS430 for cross checks and situational awareness.

AFAIK this is intended - SOP in older OFP's was to set waypoint altitudes at ground level and the elevation data is used for "height above target" calculations, overfly position updates, etc. i.e. • GPS/Barometric Altitude - Waypoint Elevation = Height Above Target • Waypoint Elevation + Radar Altimeter (at time of overfly update) = Aircraft Altitude DMT TV/ARBS and TPOD use range, angle and LOS rate to calculate the slant range/angle directly - and hence a more accurate height above target bombing solution. Not sure how much (if any) of this is modelled in DCS or if/how RL digital elevation data is used beyond the planning stage in OFP H6.2

It's also worth mentioning - 1. The Notes: • Departure Proc. section says "fly RWY Hdg to 2,500ft", the Real life SID is to climb to 2,700 ft before making a right turn i.e. to approx 1,000ft AGL) • Arrival Proc. section says "Cleared ILS 09", it should say "Cleared ILS 07" 2. The runway headings on the chart are given in true - most western charts and the F-15E use magnetic i.e. the F-15E's course is set to 64°M when landing at Kobuleti RWY 07. • Tbilisi RWY 13R - 122°M (128°T) • Kobuleti RWY 07 - 64°M (70°T) Tested F-15E Quickstart Mission --> "F-15E - Caucasus - IMC Flight.miz", DCS Open Beta Multi-thread 2.8.8.43704

I believe* the Aux tank is symmetrical (i.e. mirrored on the right side), in the workbook it's labelled "Tank 1 Aux Tank", it's piped to/through the Right Engine Feed Tank i.e. the tank behind it, perhaps that's where the "Right Aux" label comes from ? * Block diagrams show Tank 1 + Aux as symmetrical, however isometric views in the workbook only show the perspective from the LH side, so I can't be 100% certain. I'm using the terms from the 1998 F-15E Student Workbook for the Fuel System where "Tank 1 Aux Tank" is labelled as such - however for the purpose of the workbook's fuel line schematics Tank 1 and the Aux Tank are treated as one unit (so it's not documented in detail). Unfortunately I can't post diagrams from the workbook (I tried) as the information is more recent than 1980 and the workbooks don't include "public distribution" notices.

• Item 6 is "Tank 1" and includes "Tank 1 Aux Tank" as part of it. This "Haynes" F-15 diagram is likely the best I can do without directly referring to a F-15E Student "Workbook". • Item 5 is the Right Engine Feed Tank (Tank 2) • Items 3 and 2 are the Left Engine Feed Tank (Tank 3A and 3B) Source

Early WIP from 3 years ago @2:00:33

Deephack's Mirage Tutorials are recent and up to date.

No, it's still there - It's shown by default when loaded with cannon, rockets or mistral missiles and hidden when unarmed or carrying HOT3 missiles. To show/hide the gun sight in the SA342L, there is a clickable "hot spot" near the top of the windscreen (displays a green double arrow and a tool tip when moused over).

That's just the way DCS works, expect to need more HD space when Heatblur's F-4, ED's CH-47, etc., etc. is added.

I haven't tested it in VR myself - but this video @25:21 suggests it works fine in VR.

Re @toro 6's bug report - as far as I can tell USR waypoints are working as they always have i.e. I've just recreated and flown this Grim Reaper NS430 example in the Gazelle SA342L creating waypoints using the NS430 map cursor and/or NS430 waypoint data entry. Comments • User waypoints are still particular about their naming i.e. 0001, 0002, 0011, etc. are trouble free but IIRC names like A, AA, TGT, etc. are problematic. However this may be working as designed. • The 2D NS430 popup didn't click and drag or scale like it used to but that may be due to WIP VR compatibility changes. • The NS430 since (January) is still reporting the WRONG GROUND SPEED in both Knots and KM/hr settings Tested using DCS Open Beta Multi-thread 2.8.8.43704

Can you share a short track ? Are you sure the 1500 ft burst altitude profile has applied correctly ? https://forum.dcs.world/topic/330898-cbu-didnt-burstdet-trk-file/?do=findComment&comment=5263837

AFAIK Eagle Dynamics are now responsible for weapon performance in DCS and act as arbiters for what is/is not considered "realistic". • You'll likely need to give feedback to them, including short tracks, .acmi or videos demonstrating against which targets/aspects you believe the mistral is under performing. • IIRC there are know issues vs AI helicopters due to their simplified (health bar) damage model and aggressive (perhaps unrealistic) use of flares. A success rate of 92% during training says nothing of how well it rejects flares or it's battlefield success rate (just that it functioned well and the troops who used it were well trained).

2x Empty CFTs = 4,386 lbs 2x Full (with ~9500 lbs fuel) CFTs = 13,738 lbs Note there are "minor" differences in weight between F100-PW-220 and 229 versions, so these values are approximate.

Yes. The RL F-15E Flight Manual (1993) gives the "basic weight" plus crew as • Without CFTs = 33,500 lbs • With CFTs = 37,500 lbs (to the nearest 500 lbs)