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Honestly, I have no idea why I am even responding to this. But not every "tool" can jump in a BlackShark and shoot down fast-movers! If you want a challenge, perhaps try using other modules... Reaper6

The use of the DataLink puts the symbol in ABRIS, and gives you an alternate view for releasing the bombs. This Helps if you are engaging multiple targets, I generally put everything I see in DL/ABRIS. If you enter the tgt points only into PVI they only show if selected in PVI. The yellow line in ABRIS shows where your Shkval is pointed, and where your bombs will fall. You need this "advance warning" of when to release your bombs. Traveling at low altitude at 200-290kmh, you will only see the target in the Shkval for a split second. With a bit of practice Using the ABRIS only is a highly accurate way of dropping bombs in low visibility weather or even at night. I will try and make a video tomorrow of dropping bombs at night using this method, for a better example. I mainly only use bombs for self made missions. Clearing out an enemy camp with Vikhrs and guns, then swoop in to finish off the Command Bunker with 2 bombs. Reaper6

F15 Kill in KA50 Reaper6

Bringing down a UAV in the Open Conflict server... Reaper6

Great video, great flying! Reaper6

Not a whole lot of uses for it really, KMGUs are more useful than the bombs. Maybe one day ED will implement the AO–2.5RT Mines for KMGU :) I think I have only used FAB-500s in a couple of self made missions. I had to destroy the communications bunker, which is pretty much impossible with Vikhrs or Rockets. It's a good skill to learn IMO, if anything it helps put to use some of the systems in the KA50. Reaper6

I have read several posts, and listened to many conversations when it comes to dropping bombs with the KA50. I thought I would make a video and shed some light on the proper way to do this step-by-step. Although many pilots have their own way of doing things, I'm definitely not saying it is the wrong way. If it works for you, then keep at it. It is not by chance that the KA50 can carry dumb bombs and cluster munitions. There are systems within the KA50 that are designed to drop these munitions with a high level of accuracy. Here are some of the systems to aid you in getting bombs on target. 1)PVI - Along with autopilot controls, this will keep you on a HIGHLY accurate flight path and altitude to the target. 2)Shkval - Can be used as a accurate bomb site for when to release your munitions. 3)ABRIS - Always an integral part to all the systems in the KA50. In conjunction with the DataLink, this can be used to see where your bombs will actually land on the moving map. So hopefully this video will shed a bit more light on the employment of Bombs/Cluster Munitions. Again, I'm not saying anyone else's way is necessarily the wrong way, if it works keep at it. Reaper6

We are able to Unhook cargo now? I slaved the "External Cargo Emergency Unhook" command to my TM Warthog. Tried picking up sling load as normal, moved it, and hit the button. Droppped the cargo just fine! Reaper6

If you turn the Shkval brightness all the way down, it no longer affects the HUD. So I would say 99% it is the problem, there is also a small glare in the HUD from the ABRIS screen. Reaper6

This has been a thing since BlackShark2 came out, I don't remember this ever being a problem in BS1. I always travel with my Shkval uncaged, and it seems to reduce the glare in the HUD. Reaper6

Insurgents Owned by KA50 during Medivac Escort Reaper6

MH-60 to perform A2A refueling with the C-130! Reaper6

Fixed... I'm easily confused by the forums lol. Reaper6

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I don't run the server, but I think some of the changes they have made were to actually balance the numbers a bit. As for the regular players on Red team, we have no problems with a fair fight. I'm fine with whatever changes they make to the campaign. Of course the exception would be if they took away the Ka50 from Red, then we have problems :) On a side note, I really don't think your post here does anything to help the community or the next campaign. Rather than complaining, how about give some VALUABLE feedback! Reaper6

F15 Kill by KA50 Thank you Gizzy and RightStuff on the recommendation for recording software. My first attempt at "Gun Cam" footage from my Shkval. I'm running the Shkval on a different monitor, with Helios(if you're wondering about all the added info on Shkval). Reaper6

You can Load, Unload, Revise, and Save different "ROUTES". This would be my first video tutorial on how to accomplish this, so hopefully it is helpful. Reaper6

That's awesome, thank you for the tip. I will have to start recording some videos now! Reaper6

I was flying around in the highly Top Secret section of Area 51, and discovered these two beauties! Reaper6

You may want to edit your post and take out the "GD" part so you don't receive a warning... Reaper6

Yeah, I guess I have tunnel vision when it comes to the Shark. I don't really care if any other airframe gets rain drops lol. But you have a valid point sir. Reaper6

KA50 Kneeboard pages I wanted to add a complete "pre-flight" checklist, for people to practice and get familiar with. I made one early last year that is fairly in-depth, for the hardcore Shark pilots. I made each page a separate image, so it makes it easier to place in your kneeboard folder. When you click "save picture as", DO NOT change the name of the image, as they are already in order. If you get yourself familiar with this pre-flight checklist it helps greatly in certain situations, like different failures you may encounter. If you are familiar with the systems and functions it is easier to troubleshoot the problem. As for the moment you aren't able to place the kneeboard in a different position on the screen(due to Integrity Check). But I've printed them out and works just as well, perhaps even better. Download these pages, there is also 2 additional pages that didn't show up in the original post so download them as well(also keeping the original file names). Just add these to: DCSWorld/Scripts/Aircrafts/_Common/Cockpit/KNEEBOARD/indicator/CUSTOM http://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=2370096&postcount=14 http://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=2370517&postcount=17 There is also a Google Doc I originally created, which has a 2 different Tabs "Combat" & "Full" https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Qm7E__XWqjn0fqUI9qrrul-dVDF8WkCAaYyEYGUfB_E/edit?userstoinvite=shkuperstein@gmail.com&actionButton=1#gid=2024048813 Reaper6

It's not salt. But now that I know, I will change from my normal "search & destroy" missions to "search & disappear" mission. This should save me a lot of Vikhrs actually. Reaper6

I would LOVE that! Some were saying this was a scripting issue with an update that was published? Reaper6

I'm no computer programmer, but I would think this could even be done like a GIF image? I just think it would enhance gameplay, and make things a bit more challenging. I haven't read anywhere other than this thread if they were actually considering this(at least for the Ka50 wipers). Reaper6