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Just wanted to bump this, and bring some awareness to @Mach3DS's liveries and @Baxter's v57th. https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/filter/user-is-Mach3DS/apply/ These are hands down some of the, if not the best liveries to date for the DCS F-16C. He’s honestly one of the best livery artists in the community. The external sheetmetal work, reflection/roughmet, to even the inlet details are spot-on, with countless little touches that really bring authenticity to the jet. On top of that, his Haveglass finish is hands-down the best shade we’ve seen so far IMO. nothing else even comes close in capturing that look. It’s clear that years of refinement and attention to detail have gone into his work, and it really elevates the DCS experience for all of us flying the Viper in the community. @Wags @NineLine @BIGNEWY please consider eventually for core along side the other talented artist community members. Thanks!!

LOL!! Here is an enhanced transparent version, if anyone wanted to use it someday :

Great research Rogue, she definitely feels a bit "sticky" on final segment of rotation. Hope ED looks into this

I believe the best course of action, is to continue bringing it up tbh. That is the only way positive change has been made for systems in the past.

Any discussions thus far to work this into the DCS Core?

JIPOE Briefing released. Still some F16 slots open, if interested - now is your time to join before its too late as we get deeper into Deployment prep. Send in your application here: https://www.v303rdfightergroup.com/index.php?pages/recruiting/ Click here for briefing PDF: https://www.v303rdfightergroup.com/index.php?missions/operation-prevailing-liberty-phase-2.24/tasks#project-task-94

Friendly bump to PLEASE consider adding the Currenthill Chinese PLA SAM units into the core!! Would be so great, to not have to rely on RWR/ALIC mods to encounter these beastly PLA SAMs!

Looks like a great update for Afghanistan has been published... yet still no ILS at Kandahar. @NineLine

A milestone for this thread was made today. The DCS C-130 is now a reality as the first "heavy" module in the sim. Hope the success of this module spurs future development enthusiasm into "Heavies". Especially Bombers!

Woo!! First "heavy" module for DCS. Well done!

Would’ve been great to know about these changes that would effect our servers ahead of time… our Group flight night was a fail tonight due to this new “safeguard”.

Dont get me wrong, I still have a blast with the module. But I believe its fair to keep in mind all that we are still missing for the DCS F-16C. A great summary was posted back in 2024, then this topic was locked: TLDR Version: Major Missing/Incomplete Systems Damage Model – Basically nonexistent beyond wings/fuel leaks. No combat system damage., Pilot Fault List (PFL) / Maintenance Fault List (MFL) – No proper fault reporting or error messages., Steerpoints & Navigation – Missing SEAD steerpoints, threat points, proper CRUS TOS behavior., airspace navaids ect. Digital Terrain System (DTS) – Entirely absent. No PGCAS, TRN, or digital terrain awareness., ECM – Ineffective jamming. No control over bands, poor logic, no realistic jamming effects., Combat Capability Gaps SEAD – Broken ECM, no HARM DL/TI/GS modes, no emitter memory, bad HAD integration., RWR (AN/ALR-56M) – Incorrect symbology. No threat priority, no missile distance cues., A/A Radar – No COAST mode, over-sensitive to notching, STT is unreliable, broken HAFUs., ect A/G Radar & Weapons – Broken radar mapping. JDAM/JSOW/GBU-24 logic still incomplete or missing. CCIP bombing is off. Some weapons not implemented at all., Other Major Issues Lighting – Poor NVG compatibility. Flood lights weak or missing. Night ops are frustrating., Textures – Cockpit (behind ejection seat not modelled) and external textures are low quality. Custom liveries have had to pick up the slack... Missing panels, details, etc., Tankers/Refueling – No boom physics. Poor lighting. No feedback from boom ops. TACAN logic is wrong., Documentation – Manual is outdated, often incorrect. Leads to confusion and misinformation., "Jealousy" Issues (Things Other Modules Have) No ARC-210 radio, HSD Expanded Data, IFF, or HAVE QUICK — all of which are present in the F/A-18C, A-10C, F-15E, etc., No L16 Mission Assignment, which is present in M-2000C and applicable to this jet., Many of these are simple DED page updates and already exist in other modules.

Its a great WW2 module. My only gripe, is the audio quality needs improvements.

Any chance to get the Chinese SAM and other units integrated into the DCS core?

Farewell Nevada... the v303FG is transitioning to DCS Germany

The Virtual 303rd Fighter Squadron 'KC-Hawgs' A-10CII component and the Virtual 93rd Fighter Squadron 'Makos,' F-16C component is preparing for Operation Prevailing Liberty Phase 2 in Afghanistan to counter the escalating threat of Chinese IADs SAMs. We're a close-knit, relaxed mil-sim group prioritizing family and real-world commitments while enjoying DCS World with real-world tactics. Mission Objectives Official DEPORD provided to members pre-deployment. https://www.v303rdfightergroup.com/index.php?missions/operation-prevailing-liberty.20/ - Counter Taliban Aggression: Support ground forces with A-10s, F-16s, to weaken Taliban and PLA operations to secure key areas in the Afghanistan region. - Mitigate Chinese Influence: Counter Chinese SAM threats and political influence to ensure regional stability. Mission Roles AI, BARCAP, CAS, CAP, DEAD, DEEPSTRIKE, INTERCEPT, SEAD, STRIKE, TRAINING Why participate with us? - Realistic Missions: Tackle high-stakes operations, with serious teamwork and flight leadership. - Top Training: Comprehensive F-16 pipeline for members at v303rdfightergroup.com. - Community: Fly with friends in a humble, mature, realistic environment. How to Apply Currently only our F16 pipeline is open. Submit application at v303rdfightergroup.com : https://www.v303rdfightergroup.com/index.php?pages/recruiting/ Join Discord: Say hello and meet the team! https://www.v303rdfightergroup.com/index.php?link-forums/v303rd-fg-discord.3/ F-16 Questions? Contact Wing via forums or Discord. Be part of the best v93rd Fighter Squadron in the DCS community. Attack!

Our DCS F-16C Pipeline is now OPEN! The v93rd Fighter Squadron 'Makos,' our F-16C component is recruiting pilots in preparation of our next Combat Deployment: Operation Prevailing Liberty Phase 2! We're a close-knit, relaxed mil-sim group prioritizing family and real-world commitments while enjoying DCS World with real-world tactics. Mission Objectives Official DEPORD provided to members pre-deployment. https://www.v303rdfightergroup.com/index.php?missions/operation-prevailing-liberty.20/ Counter Taliban Aggression: Support ground forces with A-10s, F-16s, to weaken Taliban and PLA operations to secure key areas in the Afghanistan region. Mitigate Chinese Influence: Counter Chinese SAM threats and political influence to ensure regional stability. Mission Roles AI, BARCAP, CAS, CAP, DEAD, DEEPSTRIKE, INTERCEPT, SEAD, STRIKE, TRAINING Why Join Us? Realistic Missions: Tackle high-stakes operations, with serious teamwork and flight leadership. Top Training: Comprehensive F-16 pipeline for members at v303rdfightergroup.com. Community: Fly with friends in a humble, mature, realistic environment. How to Apply Apply: Submit at v303rdfightergroup.com : https://www.v303rdfightergroup.com/index.php?pages/recruiting/ Join Discord: Say hello and meet the team! https://www.v303rdfightergroup.com/index.php?link-forums/v303rd-fg-discord.3/ F-16 Questions? Contact Wing via forums or Discord. Be part of the best v93rd Fighter Squadron in the DCS community. Attack!

This is excellent Currenthill, Please consider bringing the Chinese PLA SAM assets into the core sooner than later!!