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AvgWhiteGuy

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  1. Have you tried my posted MIZ that Ramsey pointed to above, also available in DCS User file? Are you sure to enter the Link4 channel with 4 digits 'XXX:0 '? @Ramsay...I'm curious how you got the kneeboard to display all the data you show in pics above, did you edit it manually? I like that, quite effective and efficient.
  2. @Rudel_chw...Shanghai, CN is not a bandwidth friendly place....I've tried direct and VPN with no success. Maybe if I knew the country of origin on this source file I could dial that in better on VPN. I'll keep trying....any reason VNAO doesn't host this?
  3. @OLD CROW...don't need to go through any of that, especially for my intended purpose, NO inclement weather or variables that would be any distraction. No Wind, Rain, Sleet, Snow, Darkness, Locusts, Famine...just an almost unnoticeable dash of Fog did the trick. The only place you'll really notice it is on the deck looking out. Reminded me of a San Diego offshore morning
  4. @SYKO...make sure you have linked the Advanced Action to the proper Unit Name. I messed this up before and it somehow 'picked' 399.0. I'm not sure if there is a valid range, I just differentiate by CVN number. null
  5. If this Mod is still available does anyone know of an alternate site for download? The site listed d/l's at about 25kb and has taken 24 hours for less than half the almost 800MB.
  6. @PaulToo...it appears that haven't followed the jist of this thread.... The goal was to provide the visual cues, COMS protocols and work-flow benefits available in ACLS, which is only accessible in Case III conditions, to Case I conditions for a better, clearer minds eye view of the whole process during clear, daylight hours. This is turn would benefit those that may be struggling with the proper glide slope and lineup, those trying to process the overload of activity presented by inclement weather and darkness during Case III and those that may want to 'slow things down' by removing distracting elements. This was a training exercise, the goal was NOT to provide an 'autoland=true' solution.
  7. This MIZ below is even more interesting for those interested the final 15 miles with ACLS Case III AND full COMS interaction. it's a beautiful June late afternoon (1845hrs), great sunlight and any fog is barely noticeable. I guess I fooled the system. Fly 'Snake 1800'; you begin at 1,800ft@300....stabilize flight then immediately Active Pause On. Set up the aircraft for carrier recovery...TACAN, ILS, ACLS (all settings in briefing) and cockpit cleanup, etc. Make Inbound call and follow the normal Case III radio procedures without stopping...Established > Commencing > [Switch Approach] > Check In > Platform. Active Pause Off and fly her home... If you want the full experience take a ride in Pontiac Inbound, she starts at 7,000ft about 50mi out. ACLS System Test_Caucasus_Day_v2.miz
  8. Obviously I used the VAICOM for 'Inbounds' but never thought of it for the extended calls like Case III, I'll try that today, thanks See below for Weather setting...isn't much fog either..
  9. Here is a mission file I that threw together to test F/A-18 using Case III ACLS on SuperCarrier-CVN71 during daylight hours (1345hrs) on Caucasus map for those that want to get a big picture view before attempting same in darkness or inclement weather. Simple straight in from around 65mi so you have time to get set up cockpit and Comms. Remember it's a training aid that will bore most of you If it is worthy of posting on DCS > Missions let me know. Comments, suggestions & critiques are welcome and appreciated, ACLS System Test_Caucasus_Day_v1.miz
  10. @BIGNEWY....my mistake...all good now. A FOD inspection found a static object in the way. The 'suddenly TILT and WaveOff' was a Fouled Deck issue, my apologies.
  11. @BIGNEWY...it's a little bit late when I get TILT...On the Glidepath, Call the Ball, On the Centerline....suddenly TILT and WaveOff!!!!!! Happening almost every time. This is SP.
  12. @Dangerzone ....maybe you can provide a little more detail of your V/A-Vaicom solution, I'm using it a lot more and curious.
  13. I understand what you're saying but my goal is all about providing a better visual perspective of the whole approach, lineup process without the added complexities of weather, the night time degradation of depth perception and other distracting variables in and outside the cockpit. A pilot (sim or real) may make 100 daytime traps but the 1st couple night or sloppy soup weather traps has a pucker factor of 9+, so by being able to see the whole process we might reduce a couple pucker factors and allow more confidence, especially since we can merge the instruments with our real vision...in our brain. Keep in mind this is only an initial training mission. Personally, I have <profanity>ty vision from a detached retina (and age), and others have similar limitations. We should all want members of the community to improve their flying skills and enjoy what they are doing. After reducing the associated frustrations and building that confidence we can move on to the next challenge.
  14. That seems strange IRL....I would think that new aviators need to go thru Case III in daylight Case I conditions. I set up a mission at 13:00 and get Case III (with the COMS) by adding a little fog. The Long Range Laser Lineup is visible at 20+ miles and I'm trying to limit the fog so the flight deck is visible at 5 miles. Trial & Error... The goal is to get the carrier as visible as possible for Case III ACLS recoveries as a training aid for some of us mere mortals that would appreciate a bit more visual perspective in improving our carrier landings. Whether pilots use ACLS or not is up to them, I can see some using this as a tool to get more confidence in general carrier landings before stepping into the intimidating darkness of real Case III. I'm not advocating a feature option for regular flights & missions, just for training. Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I'll post the MIZ after I tune it a little more.
  15. Does anybody know if there is a setting or LUA entry or ??? that would allow-provide for the carrier to operate under Case III landing protocols even in a brilliant beautiful sunny noon environment? I would imagine IRL this is done with newer pilots and training, and it provides a much better visual perspective to view/experience the ALCS system as well as other aspects of carrier landings.
  16. @dark_wood...you're right on target here. Lot's of information that is greatly appreciated. I'll read thru it and start to build some templates WITH documentation so others can use and augment to their particular needs. Thanks very much,
  17. @dark_wood...appreciate the info there, did go and try that option but looking for more information. I want to understand what units are required to be 'paired' with other units in order for them to work effectively. What SAMs need 'eyes & ears', and which dishes interact with which SAMs. This may be more of a request for info than a request for a MIZ or template. And thanks again...
  18. Does anyone have a template or diagram/document of SAM site configurations, something that shows the relevant units assembled in a small, medium and large air defense site. I want to build some templates for SAM sites but don't want them filled with senseless units that would not normally be integrated IRL. Ex: I wouldn't imagine wasting 5 MBTs protecting a SAM site that's 50km from the front line airspace. What types of units are networked together, where/why do I use one unit vs another. Which units might require a network to another to be functional? Excuse my ignorance but I'm not sure where to find this info.
  19. Update after testing...it's even simpler now than Suntsag's YT posting. I added 2 Ka-50s to the convoy, set one as CAS, the other as Escort, and set both of them with different altitudes. In Advanced (Waypoint Actions) I set different Forward Distances. All went well EXCEPT regardless of the Altitude setting, they both descended to about 325-360 ft within a minute. One did attack-destroy my UH-1 sitting idly by watching...as expected. If anyone knows how to set them to maintain altitude it would be great...can't imagine 350ft as good escort altitude....would be a pretty easy man-pad shootdown.
  20. Thanks Dark_wood, I'll play with that tonight. Should've known that if it can be done, has been done Suntsag did it. Cheers,
  21. Anybody ever try having an AI helo escort an AI road convoy? Maybe a Hind escort a column of red tanks at XXX altitude in a circular or ??? flight pattern. Is it possible? In essence, can you 'attached' an AI air unit to an AI ground unit or group as it moves? I'm trying to set up mission with this in mind and would appreciate a clue or two.
  22. Anybody ever try having an AI helo escort an AI road convoy? Maybe a Hind escort a column of red tanks at XXX altitude in a circular flight pattern. Is it possible? I'm trying to set up mission with this in mind and would appreciate a clue or two.
  23. Sad, the CBU-105 would be such a lovely way to clear the beachhead......what were they thinkin?
  24. Thanks to ALL of you, my problems have been resolved. Although my issue had nothing to do with VoIP (I fly solo in my cave) you left crumbs to follow with respect to beta updates and PPT assignment on the TM HOTAS. My assignments were correct but it seems the beta update might have scrambled some things in VAICOM. After updating VA & VAICOM thing are much better, and responses (audio & text) are back. Now I need to re-train speech and dial it in as the VA/VAICOM combo doesn't recognize about 90% of what I say. I guess I need to dive back in and go thru all these programs again. In any case I do appreciate your help, suggestions and 'crumbs'. Fly safe, wear a O2 mask, maintain safe wingtip distance....cheers my friends and a Happy New Year to all!
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