AvgWhiteGuy

Yes sir, that's where it is.... your timing is impeccable. Can you enroll me in the next 'Skins for MORONS' seminar, and maybe 'Mission Building for MORONS'.....having no experience with 'skinning' I didn't even think to look at PAINT SCHEME. You are a gentleman & scholar

@AG-51_Razor......I have same result, you want to share your solution with us? I admit my ignorance of skins; I'm not finding the "Follow Me Yellow" in the ME.

Thanks to both of you for your responses/suggestions. You've got me thinking about what MODS to possibly include (if necessary) and their availability. I understand the reluctance of some in loading up MODS and the consequences that might be involved. A couple quick questions: * Rudel_chw - I see the Civil Aircrafts Mod v0.081.7, does it contain any smaller aircraft or are they all commercial? If YES, can you point me to a d/l location? * sirrah - you certainly are not off topic, would be great if ED could/would include more in the core product for us that want to increase interests in creating missions. It would also be nice if there was a better method to organize, catalog and display all this in the mission editor by era, by country, by armed/unarmed, etc. Either of you know of a simple standalone viewer for EDM files so one could efficiently look thru a directory to find an object? Not looking to edit the EDM, just get a view of it with textures. Thanks again,

Ah....got it...I've never survived battle damage in the F/A-18 . In the A-10 had a lot of vigorous flights home nursing just about everything, and I see your point. It seems impossible to keep up with the forum and YT video, but I wonder if anyone has put out a procedural list of what would be the proper/standard DDI/AMPCD setup for different phases of the flight, like Cold Start, Taxi/Takeoff, Approach, Landing and Taxi?

@Hulkbust44.....regarding DDIs. I'm curious why I would have 1 DDI showing HUD when I got a HUD right in front of my face with much better spatial awareness and perception....especially during daylight ops? I think HSI and FCS would be the most appropriate , but if there is reason-logic for that please let me know. I'll listen to anything that improves my flying and establishes good practice(s) and routines.

I'm trying to build a series of Single Player missions (eventually a campaign if possible) that does NOT involve 'near peer' adversaries; more of insurgents and a small warlord bad guys. Some enemy air defenses will be employed for added enjoyment and to provide some challenge, perhaps some limited enemy older air forces as I go. To this end I need some help in getting resources for the immersion aspect. Does anyone know of a MOD(s) of general modern civilian static objects such as helicopters-smaller private aircraft, road vehicles? Note: I've seen 'Civil Objects', I'm not looking municipal-airport vehicles or commercial aircraft. Think DC-3/C-47 or smaller for drug runners or black market weapons delivery; static is fine, AI even better. Does anyone know of a MOD (or method) of static 'terrains' such as grass, roadways, concrete? Ex: How can I build a road to a compound on green grass that might have an asphalt or concrete helipad? Can I make a simple 2D for some of these things with available tools like Adobe Illustrator for colors & textures? I don't want to complicate things too much initially so I can keep my focus; it's the storyline that is just as important as well as the parameters pilots needs to follow for these covert missions. Any guidance and/or directions to resources would be appreciated...

Can someone direct me to where I can get information on setting up a mission with Prowler loitering? What kind of COMS info can an allied pilot get from a Prowler (text, verbal, etc)? Does the Prowler act just like a JTAC? Can a Prowler laser or IR spot a target? I'm happy to have the Prowler instruct the pilot to the target area and if possible spot the target, (not necessarily for LGBs) Appreciate the help, an existing mission or just pointing me in the right direction. Thanks, fly safe...

That's quite a piece of hardware, could you use that as a flight stick for a WWII aircraft where you may not want all the extra HOTUS features?

@Morpheus.....thanks very much for your help and extensive instructions for a fix. I learned a lot about missions, MIZ and LUAs in this little exercise. Really appreciate the schooling.

@Morpheus....I don't think I have the right 'civil_objects' ......the one I have (and doesn't show loading properly) is Civil_Objects_JR_1.95.zip. Is there an updated one required for this mission? Thanks

@Rudel_chw...thank you sir, that took care of item #1, I look forward to using-seeing this mod. Any clue on 'civil_object' required by Operation False Disguise ( philipMbatista-4/30/2021)? I greatly appreciate your contributions & support of this community.

@Morpheus....thanks for the reply. I read thru your suggestion, D/L'd the VPC & VPC fix(2.7) and that all resulted in 2 issues: 1) DCS reports on originally loading that VPC in not authorized and will be disabled. 2) Inspection of the MOD has no reference to 'civil_object' that I can find. So I'm not sure why I needed the VPC mod AND how do I get it 'authorized' OR is there something else I'm missing here. Thanks again,

A-10.....learn how to do it all and appreciate the fidelity of this beast. As much as I like flying the F/A-18, the Hawg is very special because it's a machine you get to fly, you have to fly, and you learn about flying. From cold start thru avionics, navigation, weapons (more on that later) to an understanding of strategies, the Hawg beats them all. When you get 'hit' in an F/A-18 it is game over, but the Hawg tells you to 'fly me home, I'm good for another round'...and you proudly manage it. Weapons...she'll carry a couple tons of bad-ass to kill damn near anything, and you get to learn all the ways to get it done; which weapon, which strategy...low & slow. You get to appreciate the truth of why troops on the ground adore this beast...which can really add motivation & emersion to your experience and SIM flights. Sure, you can go fast & sexy (F/A-18 / F-16), pickle 4 and dash home OR you can hang around and watch the chaos you created while adding more beat down to the bad guys. ***This message was approved by .........anyone that likes to create battle field chaos and enjoys the view***

Can I jump in here and ask a relevant question about file locations since you're on the subject? I recently D/L'd 2 mission files DCS User files; Operation Deep Strike & Operation False Disguise. Deep Strike loaded and worked fine but 'False Disguise' failed when loading with 'Need modules for load mission: Civil_Objects'. I D/L's 'Civil Objects' (Civil_Objects_JR_1.95.zip) and installed per instructions in: C:\Users\YOUR-NAME\Saved Games\DCS\Mods\tech\ I also 'loaded' this as MOD using OvGME & JSGME to no success; the resulting Syria map is completely empty. Anybody got a clue as to where I messed up?

No, they're not....most of us haven't successfully passed naval aviator flight school...or any other flight school for that matter. We're here to have fun, enjoy a passion, and just fly. Just because you, apparently a MENSA member and an Academy big league prospect can 'get it' doesn't mean that the rest of us mere mortals learn at the same rate, through the same tools or methods. You joining this thread with a condescending 'this one still going on?' doesn't add anything constructive or helpful to a usually supportive community and really isn't appreciated. If you have nothing constructive, positive or enlightening to add, go join the 'fighter aircraft realistic seat fabric' thread and postulate your worldly knowledge and vision. But thanks for playin'

@draconus....now there's fresh and helpful idea...thanks. I followed your implied suggestion and will see if I can edit this for a Hornet. Cheers Sir,

Thanks Tom, but I don't have a Tomcat......

Can anyone send me a link to the "Tomcat training mission for case I with green gates" that Tom Kazansky mentioned above, and is it editable to replace the Tomcat with a Hornet? Appreciate the help,

Re-reading all of the above I see a re-occurring admission here, one that I'm certainly guilty, confused or seemingly incapable of grasping and performing; that is the final on-speed turn to get into the 'groove'. There is a million things happening here and the added variables of aircraft weight and moving deck just complicates the scenario further. IRL I would imagine this part is a little easier due to the real-world sensory information available; a wider vision perspective and sensations of 3D motion that can't be achieved in any 2D SIM. (although a little more butt tightening IRL with the recognition of failed outcome results; huge applause & credit to naval aviators). I would imagine that being 'placed' in the perfect position at the top of the groove, most of us (mortal armchair pilots) could successfully maintain a proper AOA and descend on-speed to success...given the practice time and efforts. Getting to that near perfect position seems to be the issue I have and see here. Starting with which wire I hit (or didn't) , and then going BACKWARDS in the scenario, I'm recognizing that things were FUBAR way before I was struggling midway down the glide-slope (left-right-high-low-fast-slow). With all that in mind I'm going to try something I should have done a lot earlier...but need some help from the community. First, I'm going to D/L and fly the stationary gates mission mentioned above so I really get the right on-speed turns required. Then, I would ask that someone contribute a TRK post of a seemingly perfect landing circuit from maybe 5 miles behind the carrier thru the whole process til hitting the deck (at wire 2-3). I want to sit on your shoulder 'backseat' in the cockpit and experience this process (hands off) so I can just watch from the comfort & safety, while observing ALL of it. I've watched countless videos but it doesn't replace the in-cockpit experience of sitting in the backseat and being able to look around and take it all in. Any takers that would contribute this history making educational TRK that would further the DCS fleet's goal of more competent naval aviators? If so, I would suggest (beg) the following parameters; 1) use the most prevalent terrain/region (Caucasus) that everyone would have. 2) SuperCarrier preferred with additional visual cues of the fleet 3) Case I, wind over the deck at normal steam 4) fly the F/A-18, stripped down to only a set of AIM-9's and 3-5,000lbs fuel, no externals 5) try late afternoon/early evening since that generally has the best visual contrast with the carrier's landing aid lighting systems. 6) check your direction and SUN to avoid added reflections or shadows 7) don't rush it....don't hesitate to extend the first and final turns by a small margin. don't add any further complications; we're already naked, afraid and alone...please If there is someone that would take up this challenge, I would be happy to supply a base mission miz to start with. Love to hear responses to this...keep in mind it's all about educating your fellow aviators.

Hmmmmmmmm, interesting,,,never seen that before. Regarding the large number-TACAN bug-running too long, I set the TACAN when I left the Roosevelt and turned it off almost immediately. Turned it back on after the strike and, having cleared the strike area by 10+ miles on my way home. HSI & HUD displayed the proper nautical miles initially and it was after another 30-40 miles I noticed the ROS and huge number. After some quick mental calc I assumed a ROS was some strange new measurement (55ROS =1 NM). But it didn't change until I reset TACAN. So it sounds like the TACAN bug of not updating is separate from the ROS issue? In any case would this be a designer flaw, bug, and is it something I can fix in the mission (Operation_Deep_Strike)? Thanks for the quick reply....

I was flying a mission and noticed my distance being displayed as 8344.37 'ROS'. This was on the HSI as distance to Carrier TACAN and HUD. Never seen that before, and what's worse is that it didn't change thru the flight until I turned off TACAN and turned it back on. After 'resetting' TACAN it still read ROS but the distance was correct in nautical miles. I have also noticed earlier this week that the TACAN distance was not changing on other F/A-18 flights but was corrected by resetting TACAN. Couldn't find this reference anywhere, I should have taken screen shot or save track. Anyone else notice this?

Anybody got a clue as to why I have lost my COMS when I changed aircraft in an existing mission. Seems strange and nothing is consistent in this case. I swapped out an A-10C for an A-10 Tankkiller in a favorite old mission; Operation_Bactria (Habu23, 2012). Now I lose all COMS via spoken words (VA) to ATC, JTAC, but the radio menu excepts my commands BUT doesn't has no audio response. ATC does accept my request for Startup, Taxi, Takeoff and changes status thru the process but gives no audio or subtitle response. Same with JTAC. Ground Crew DOES respond verbally and in subtitle to request for Ground Power but NOT Rearm-Refuel.... To make this even weirder, I swapped out the A-10C for an F/A-18 and that does works mostly. Any clues here...driving me crazy...appreciate any response

@markturner1960...as I said above I suck at this 'art'. But an answer to your question might be that the GREENGATES may be be unusable on a 'moving object' (ie. Carrier). Either method, GREENGATES or what is suggested at the start would be great IF it didn't reallocate resources in Dev.

@Rudel_chw....thank you for your response, I was afraid of this situation although I don't know why they would be specific to a map. However, I found this thread from RedKite and wonder whether this may be the solution; I'm certainly not yet capable of building this but will give it a shot as a mission with a minimum amount of triggers to get my feet wet. Here is the followup YT video explaining it. Finally, I'm still not sure what 'templates' are as I don't see any method to save a mission as one. I'll read into your thread above and appreciate you help. Thanks again for your reply,

I would vote YES to this on the basis that I'd do anything to improve my recovery skills (I suck after after more than a year).....however....I'd vote NO if it meant reallocating significant DCS Dev resources on current FIXES and projects. If this could be a quick little side project I'd say GO FOR IT!!! It seems to me that between the Long Range Laser Lineup System and 'flying the needles' there is enough mental projection for the glide slope and my most successful recoveries are practiced in early evening when the deck lighting puts all of this into better perspective. I think once you 'get it'...you got it and only practice will keep those skills sharp. Unfortunately i don't GOT IT yet. . In my opinion Carrier landings are the hardest thing a pilot can do, I admire Naval Aviators for this above all. Interested in hearing other opinions on this and finally, I think DCS and the community would benefit if there was a more developed Training mission on this subject. I've watched countless YT videos but putting it all together still has me boggled.