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Hi, I did some flying in the Apache today after reading that SCAS has been improved but found the helicopter to be much more "floaty" and less "snappy" in the roll axis, especially at higher speeds. IMHO, it is now much harder to apply precise roll amount because the aircraft excessively counters this movement. The effect resembles "rubber banding". Of course, people generally don't like change. I will gladly train to adapt to this new behaviour if it's confirmed to be "working as intended". Just thought I'd ask if you had similar experience. Thanks

Hi, During dawn and dusk I find myself switching the NVS Mode between NORM and OFF very often. Having to look down to locate the switch is troublesome. I'd like to be able to utilise the 3-way switch on my HOTAS Warthog throttle for this purpose (LASTE Panel: AUTOPILOT PATH / ALT/HDG / ALT). The following settings would be required: - NVS MODE OFF, otherwise NORM - NVS MODE FIXED, otherwise NORM I know that such request would not be "high priority" but adding this functionality would help during low level flying when you simply cannot look down. Thanks!

Hi, Is there a way to reset/re-centre the hover mode speed indicator on the IHADSS? I noticed that after some flying/manoeuvring going back to hover mode and actually landing will display speeds greater than 0 which is obviously incorrect for a stationary helicopter. Is this buggy or realistic and if the latter, can this be reset? Thanks!

In regards to your lower FPS in VR, how often have you flown the Tomcat, Viper or Hornet 7ft above the ground?

Thanks - so there currently is no way to get control back without seat hopping?

I'm having the same issue but with no external tank involvement at all. Simply, if I don't click the C AUX on the fuel page very early in the cold start process it is later impossible to activate it. Has this been ID'ed as a bug or it works as intended?

Hi, I'm having a hard time trying to regain control over rockets as a Pilot after George has been using them AND when there are no other munitions available. George AI down short doesn't do anything in this department and I can't switch his attention to any other weapon type as they've all been used up. The "I" rocket reticle is shifted to the side and makes aiming practically impossible. An tips? Thanks!

Hi, I've been trying to perform a self-lased attack with two consecutive Hellfires launched in LOAL-HI mode using ONLY the back seat and making them destroy two separate targets. Today is day two of my struggle and I am utterly confused with who is to launch the missiles (me as the Pilot or George as CPG), how to make George switch to and lase the next target after the first one is shacked while the second missile is still in the air and why I'm constantly seeing BAL LIMIT when sneak-peeking at George's TADS. Even though I'm low, stationary, and facing the target the seeker box remains small, dotted, and centred. When given the consent to fire, George says "Engaging" and does absolutely nothing. I watched all the available videos on YouTube regarding this subject, but they are either contradicting each other in various steps or missing one of the important aspects of my attack. In other words, I haven't seen anybody do this yet - is it even possible? Perhaps something is still bugged? I was also hoping to learn this attack using JTAC but since I can't even self-lase two missiles, I decided not to complicate things for now. I'm not even sure JTAC can guide multiple Hellfires to multiple consecutive targets... If anybody could link/record a video on how to do it or perhaps write a few bullet points on the matter, I'd be very grateful. Basically, any assistance in achieving the above will be much appreciated. Thank you in advance!

Hi, Is it currently possible (and if so, how) from the back seat in single player to launch 2x Hellfire in LOAL with a few second interval and have George guide them to 2 separate targets positioned next to each other? Thanks

I want a horizontal horizon line

Hi, As in the topic, both Cruise and Transition Horizon Lines are not perfectly horizontal with the canopy frame or well... the horizon. The screenshot is taken in a cold, empty helicopter with no head tracking just after spawning. Is the Apache that asymmetrical that it shows on the HUD? Thanks

This has now been fixed by ED hotfix. Thanks!

Let's hope it gets addressed in today's hotfix Thank you all for your input

Hi, Could anyone please watch the clip and tell me what I'm doing wrong that stops Engine 2 from starting? Thanks!

To me it actually looks like the left and right main wheels are swapped. When spinning the aircraft e.g. right on the ground with the rudder, the left wheel should be moving forwards and the right backwards but it is the other way round.

Hi, Please don't flame me if the answer is obvious to you - it is clearly not so obvious to me. Is it normal that a 100% fuel, FCR, 2x rocket launchers and 2x4 AGM-114s require 98% torque setting just to hover at sea level on a sunny day (32 Celsius is common in July in Syria)? Yes, it's hot and yes, it's not the lightest of configurations but surely not the heaviest either. Equipping the Apache with the above and trying to perform any type of a bob-up attack is virtually impossible (even landing requires rolling down) because bringing this thing into a hover is unachievable. Again, if this is common knowledge I apologise. Being a jet fan I have loads of homework to do. I just never realised that modern day attack helicopters are so "close" to over-torquing when combat loaded in a hover on a sunny day. Thanks!

Thanks! Your post is very informative. Toying with the multi-monitor idea I realised not all of them need to be identical. Do you think having a 21:9 (3440x1440) central monitor and two 16:9 (2560x1440) on the sides would work as well?

Hi, I'm thinking of modifying my monitor setup. At the moment I'm using the Samsung LC49RG90SSUXEN 49" Curved LED Gaming Monitor. It provides 5120 x 1440 resolution at 120Hz on a 49" curved matrix. Unfortunately, DCS requires me to zoom out quite a bit to retain the vertical angle like the one on 16:9 or even 21:9 aspect ratio monitors. This in turn makes my HUD symbology thick and "fluffy" and so far, I've only found a way to resolve it in the Hornet. Anyway... I'm thinking of switching to a 3-monitor curved setup. It really all comes down to how much I want to stress my system. Here are my main parameters: - i7-7700K CPU @4.2GHz - 32 GB RAM @3200MHz - Aorus Xtreme GeForce RTX 2080Ti 11GB - M.2 512GB SSD for DCS My current monitor generates a resolution of 5120 x 1440 which makes my PC work on a total of 7,372,800 pixels. If I was to retain 1440p in the vertical, I really only have one option: 3x 2560 x 1440 which would put my total pixel count at 11,059,200. I am going to switch to RTX 30.. series card eventually but not just yet. Do you think my specs are good enough for such rez? Could anybody that is using a 3-monitor setup for DCS share their specs (for both the PC and the monitors) and perhaps also give me a few tips? It's so easy to waste money these days and I'd like to make an informed purchase. Thank you in advance!

Hate me for it but I wouldn't mind paying the full price for a mkxiv...

I would LOVE to fly the Griffon Spitfire in DCS, specifically Spitfire FR Mk XIV!

Please, check the attached screenshots. This seems easy to recreate and doesn't seem to be linked with shadows.

Hi, Is anybody here running a 3-monitor setup @ 2560x1440 each? This is pushing over 11 million pixels and I was wondering what CPU/GPU were needed to produce a decent experience (40 - 60fps). Thanks!

I'm also very interested in this being addressed. Please, explain the correct functionality.

Hi, What is the suggested AI skill level to simulate the usual difficulty encoutered when fighting in the Dora and truly show her abilities? I try facing P-51Ds and Spitfires AI with Veteran skills and I get owned pretty easily. At the same time I kill them in the 109. Flying the Spitfire I smoke the AI even on Ace difficulty. Any tips?

What do you guys think about the below quoted from the 23 July newsletter: "We are also improving DCS: F/A-18C Hornet and look forward to sharing more details on the flight model improvements soon."?