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Hi HB, I know the HB may be have the following items in the tracking list, and I would like to make a list for following up in one place. Hope, we can make F-14A/B another wonderful mod likes the great success F-4E mod. The HB offical roadmap is at: Heatblur Public Roadmap | Trello The last update is on 4/2025 Disclaimer: =========== The following list is compiled with feedbacks from our F-14 A/B players based on the current DCS release, and it is not ** the Heatblur offical bug/worklist tracker **. The list is not complete, and it can be updated/changed by our player suggestions in any time without any restriction. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Each item may have the following tags for: [ADDED] - new and add recently [UPDATED] - update the contents of the item [PENDING] - require to verify and confirm [ROLLBACK] - rollback due to the partial fix {} - discord bug/DCS forum/feedback link {{}} - test and comment TODO: - A-95-GR (USN + IRIAF): https://forum.dcs.world/topic/291861-soiranian-f-14a-95grany-word/ {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1263346496112169041 https://trello.com/c/gTm512yI} - [UPDATED] A-135-GR (early) - in the HB pipeline {https://trello.com/c/MHxy8FEp} - Pilot eject command display indication - F110 nozzle indicators in B cockpit - Jester radar work and new features (v2) = Jester 2.0 - Jester TimeToGo - Jester nav fix - Jester MLC option? - TARPS functionality - AIM-54 new API - not confirmed yet {https://trello.com/c/7kf2N5Nq https://forum.dcs.world/topic/357576-aim-54-missile-api-and-control-schema/} - ECM fairings - [UPDATED]external equipment and crew when starting {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/13/#findComment-5631796 https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1261903871937220720} - adjust the texture of the pilot - Shape of engine nozzles is wrong: https://forum.dcs.world/topic/244946-no-bug-shape-of-engine-nozzles-is-wrong/#comment-4428818 {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1261904482502184970} - the more miscellaneous functions not present during Cold Start tests (OBC, EMER GEN test etc) - launch bar selection switch implementation {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/9/#findComment-5607249} - to select or deselect FORGE element randomization, and to get various levels of wear. - early F-14A models, an option with/without TCS. - Provide the same amount of the mouse button bindable options in F-4E for F-14 {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/11/#findComment-5613460} To Fix: - Hole in the back when canopy open (external) - Canopy glass no effects from inside (external): https://forum.dcs.world/topic/208964-canopy-glass-effects-in-external-view/ - model rudder glitch - over-wing vapours (DCS limitations for wing sweep?) - cannot see left wheels or wheel chocks from the cockpit - Canopy glass no effects from outside, looking from cockpit head out? {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1261895323882885180} - HUD green glass tint spill on side glasses - black glitches on sides out of canopy view - Helmet knob on internal pilots - RIO radio knobs pointers - altimeter thousands digits too small and grey [DCSF14-434] - see through VDI and HSD (DCS limitation) - CVN launch at night reacts to binding instead of actual lights' state - AB/DLC and cockpit switches sounds + radalt sounds vol - AP switch bind stops working after messing with SAS switches - Jester setting Groom Lake ATC to 38.600 - bomb/rocket reticle jumping - ejection seat arm/dearm sound loop {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1261730331908902992} - no TCS/LANTIRN image in first mission in MT/VR - aircraft can retract the gear on the ground and stand up again by lowering it!!! - AoA indexer brightness dial below 6 makes 2 of the 3 lights cut out - please fix the AIM54A in TWS - it goes only up in the sky and will not follow the guidance after last patch - pilot killable/eject ratio adjustment (compare with the RIO survival ratio): https://forum.dcs.world/topic/340038-f-14-eject-eject-eject/ {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1261907190143516672} - the AI wingman's Tomcat's wings are clipping through the fuselage - Jester assisted starup bugs/incomplete - RIO's ECMD does not power down - mirrors don't react to canopy angle change - (MT) Jester currently not visible anymore in Jester Selection wheel , only empty aircraft {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1260406577496719400} - Flap lever position need to be tweaked: Current in-game up/down position is Emergency up down position - Bearing Distance Heading Indicator (BDHI): In pilot cockpit, the top left orientation marker is not placed at the correct 45 degree interval between the 270 and 360 degree markers {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1206864939822620752} - Force Feedback (FFB) stick should work with all AP modes {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1101836396085395536} - amber auto-throttle disengaged warning light not illuminating {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1261366756346167347} - the master/arm cover toggle binding only works for closing but not opening: https://forum.dcs.world/topic/355201-stopwatch-and-master-arm-cover/?do=getNewComment - ACLS indicators (LANDING CHK to CMD CONTROL) stay on while AP disengaged before touching down on cv {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/357801-vdi-warning-lights-reset/?do=findComment&comment=5523387} - RIO cannot transmit (or rather get response) through his radio anymore {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/359096-new-to-realistic-radio-no-working-both-setting-and-rio-can-only-talk-on-one-radio/#comment-5536878} - When the instrument lights is turned on there is the red indicator points to 12 o'clock in the clock, the red indicator disappears when instrument lights is turned off {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/369472-f-14-clock-with-the-instrument-light-on-and-off/ https://discord.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1337682077801381949} - At dawn/dusk it's possible to have the red HUD filter in place when spawning into a mission, even though the lever isn't pulled. - AI wingman's flaps flicker/flap about {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/10/#findComment-5607783} - F-14A wing sweep override L/D mismatch {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/360189-f-14a-wing-sweep-override-ld-mismatch/} - Anti-skid permanently activated on starboard side {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/371139-anti-skid-seems-to-be-permanently-activated-on-starboard-gear/} - [ADDED]Barometric Altimeter: the left "1000ft" number, should have a "zebra" instead of a zero {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/371526-altimeter-zebra-instead-of-zero/} - [ADDED]Exhaust not making the grass move like other aircraft do in DCS {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/13/#findComment-5626792 https://forum.dcs.world/topic/371530-f-14-engine-exhaust-does-not-have-the-environment-effects/} Wish List: - canopy fog and ice - icing conditions for instruments and engines - pylon and weapons G and airspeed limits - advanced radar and missile RIO options - kneeboard on the leg - a 2-position command for the flaps - Jester assisted startup without cockpit hints - F-14B Upgrade Program/F-14B(U): {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/174572-f14b-upgrade-programm/ https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1261875402448830535} - "AFCS Breakout Deazone" adjustment of the F-4 carries over to the F-14 {https://discord.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1260620541879128095} - increase the brightness of the Tomcat's external night lighting - pilot and rio sun visor - two color/photo renderings in the cockpit {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/367221-minor-cockpit-improvements/} - Cold war campaigns - F-14D development - F-14B(U) with the new HUD - A mechanism is to manage F-14 features for not overusing the PC resources, especially the older PCs {refer the 1st item @ https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/10/#findComment-5609738} - With hot refueling procedure and right engine has to be shut down and the ground crew operation and comms - "unable to comply" with right engine running {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/11/#findComment-5613297 https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/11/#findComment-5613707} - Weight added for weapons rails in the ME case {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/12/#findComment-5613957} - [ADDED]Jester capability to set up IP bearing / range / altitude diff from the IP point {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/13/#findComment-5630607} - to use F10 marks to either set up the actual target used for IP or to specify bearing / range / altitude next to the IP marker {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/13/#findComment-5630607} - [ADDED]Seeing the altitude when using the Jester wheel to lock a specific target with "prioritize higher/lower" choices {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/13/#findComment-5631736 https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/13/#findComment-5631790 https://forum.dcs.world/topic/349953-f-14-ab-feature-follow-up-wish-list-and-beyond/page/13/#findComment-5631790} The closed items: TODO: - Afterbunner detent option like F-4 {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1260402670208815175} To Fix: - (ST) mirrors are no longer shown pilot helmet rather than see-through and shown the mirror mounting (RIO's mirror has the same issue) {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1261754795186716732} - ST is removed - GBU-24 wording shown on the Jester issue {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1099625896391999578} - F-14A/B Afteburner Effect Desync {https://forum.dcs.world/topic/356998-bug-f-14ab-afteburner-effect-desync/ https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/news/changelog/release/2.9.15.9408/ https://discord.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1362528498920718388 https://forum.dcs.world/topic/372088-feedback-thread-tomcat-patch-17-04-2025/#findComment-5633502} - refueling light gain: https://forum.dcs.world/topic/245592-refuelling-probe-light/?do=findComment&comment=4428642 {https://discordapp.com/channels/1071433028045377637/1076903951791816807} Wish List: Thanks

Virtual Task Force 77 is Calling All Pilots! Recruitment is NOW OPEN, and we’re hunting for skilled aviators to join our ranks in the ultimate DCS mil-sim experience! Who We Are: vTF-77 is a high-octane, West Coast-based DCS task force specializing in fighter, attack, and expeditionary operations. We deliver heart-pounding, realistic missions while keeping the vibe fun and camaraderie tight. Whether you’re drawn to the precision of Air Force, the swagger of Naval aviation, or the grit of Marine ops, our diverse squadrons offer a home for every pilot and controller. Our command teams bring a wealth of real-world and virtual expertise, ensuring you’ll master cutting-edge tactics and soar to new heights. What We Do: Train Like Pros: Every Tuesday and Thursday at 20:00 PST on our dedicated servers. Epic Missions & Campaigns: Regularly deploy across our diverse airframes for immersive, story-driven operations. Off-Night Shenanigans: Bond with the crew, share laughs, and embrace the dad-joke glory. We’re Recruiting for: F/A-18C Pilots F-14B Pilots/RIOs F-15E Pilots/WSOs F-16C Pilots AV-8B Pilots F-4 Pilots/RIOs Helo Aircrews (AH-64D, Mi-24, OH-58, Ka-50) Mission & Campaign Designers ATC/AIC Controllers JTAC/FAC(A) What You Bring: A mature, respectful attitude with a love for good vibes and epic banter. A solid HOTAS setup. Willingness to learn (we’ll train you on Discord and SRS if needed). Commitment to attend at least 50% of training nights monthly. Reliable and coachable with a hunger to dominate the skies. Ownership (or ability to acquire) Syria, Persian Gulf, Sinai maps (NTTR recommended) and the Super Carriermodule for naval ops. What You Get: World-Class Training: Learn from seasoned instructors with robust programs. Diverse Squadrons: Choose from seven elite squadrons, one aggressor JTAF unit, or our ATC/AIC crew. Immersive Missions: Fly on dedicated servers with meticulously crafted campaigns. Epic Community: Join a tight-knit, inclusive crew that’s all about the thrill and the laughs. Ready to take flight with vTF-77? Check out the links below to apply and join the action! Let’s rule the skies together! Our Discord is https://discord.gg/E8WNwgxhkN The virtual Task Force Website: https://www.vtf77.com/

https://youtu.be/oJR3IaA-mnk?si=up3zKRqfhb2Zj6TK VF-103 is part of Virtual Carrier Strike Group THREE who are a group of likeminded individuals who enjoy the thrills and challenges of virtual combat aviation through the use of Digital Combat Simulator. We come from all walks of life ranging from military duty to real life pilots with a common purpose of becoming the most lethal virtual aviators possible. VF-103 meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 2000 EST to 2200 EST to brief the upcoming flight, get in the air and perform that evening’s sortie, then debrief with lessons learned. We currently have 10 fully qualified pilots and need a couple more skilled sticks to help better execute the mission. Currently we are looking for pilots with a little more experience, preferably ones that can fly formation, AAR, and consistently put it down on the deck. We have dedicated instructor pilots that can bring you up to speed on the more advanced aspects and operations of the Tomcat. New RIOs need not have a minimum experience level. Rules: Minimum age required is 18 years old Must be able to regularly attend squadron training with at least 50% attendance record Must endure and participate in sometimes awkward yet hilarious adult humor Must be of good character New members will go through a one month trial period in which you should be able to maintain 50% attendance to training nights (flexible, we understand real life comes first) and complete IQT (Initial Qualification Training). This allows both us and yourself to see if we are a good fit for one another. Equipment: Some form of head tracking (VR, TrackIR) Hands-on Throttle and Stick (HOTAS) Headset with mic and ability to use Discord Software: NTTR (Or have intention of acquiring within a reasonable period of time) Persian Gulf (Or have intention of acquiring within a reasonable period of time) Syria (Or have intention of acquiring within a reasonable period of time) Supercarrier (Or have intention of acquiring within a reasonable period of time) As mentioned above, certain requirements may be temporarily waived in lieu of the individual planning to purchase the items within a reasonable period of time after recruitment. Our budding Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@VF103-bones For more information on vCSG-3: https://vcsg3.com/index.html Join our Discord and check us out: https://discord.gg/pjFd4b7JTw

The virtual Task Force 77 recruitment is now OPEN once again for the new year and looking for skilled pilots. Who are we: vTF-77 is a DCS fighter, attack, and expeditionary task force that is dedicated to providing a realistic experience within the 'mil sim' environment, while providing immersive and tactical operations for our pilots. That said, we are also about having fun in that experience. As a task force we have a great love for Air Force, Naval, and marine aviation and have squadrons available for all seeking the unique cultures those squadrons provide. These squadrons and its command team have a lot of experience in a wide range of tactics and procedures in both the virtual and real world. We are based out of the west coast of North America and conduct trainings every Tuesday and Thursday at 20:00 PST on our our own dedicated servers. We also hold regular missions and campaigns throughout the year involving our diverse airframes, as well as off night sessions dedicated to building team morale and just have fun. We are current recruiting for the current air frames/positions: F/A-18C F-14B F-14B RIOs F-16C AV-8B F-15E AH-64D Mission & campaign designers JTAC/FAC(A) The task forces basic requirements/expectations are: Mature and respectful behavior and attitude. Ability to verbally communicate in English. Owns a capable HOTAS. Can use Discord and SRS. Functional knowledge in one of the above listed airframes. We are able and willing to train new members, but we cannot start from zero. Willingness to be coachable and learn with a willingness to improve as a pilots. Able to attend at least 50% of training nights per month. Reliable and consistent. Owns or is able to acquire the required maps Syria, Persian Gulf, Sinai as we deploy to these locations regularly. As well as the recommended NTTR map. For navel ops, owns the Super Carrier module. What we offer: Experienced instructors and robust training. Variety of seven SQNs, one aggressor JTAF Squadron, and ATC/AIC controller unit. Dedicated training servers and immersive missions and campaigns. An inclusive and friendly atmosphere. If the above interests you, than vTF-77 may be the place for you. Please make your way to the links below to check us out and apply. Our Discord is https://discord.gg/E8WNwgxhkN The virtual Task Force Website: https://www.vtf77.com/

I am doing this as RIO, Pilot saw them blinking as well. We would have targets that are 50+ nm out and when TWS auto would target them, they would be blinking. Based on what I read in the manual, they should blink when they are within 8 seconds of impact, see snip from manual below. I feel like I am missing something. Can someone please explain why the contact symbol is blinking when trying to lock them with TWS auto, also when an AM-54 was launched, it would not start a countdown or track the target at all. I would really appreciate some clarity, I hope it is something that I missed when reading the manual.

Just looking for ideas as I feel like mine are too sensitive and while I could play around with it I am curious what works for people with a lot hours in it.

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In the multiplayer environment, RIO could not identify which planes are friendly or hostile to cause I shoot down the friendly plane. Any suggestion?

I have been trying to execute an ACLS landing in the F-14B and have followed procedures according to all instructions. The final step in the sequence is to press the NWS Button and upon the CMD CONTROL Light illuminating, the ACLS should guide the aircraft on localizer and glide slope to a landing. The bug seems to come in at this step as when the CMD CONTROL light illuminates, nothing seems to happen. I do not touch the stick and the aircraft seems to fly as if though I have not activates ACLS and just released the stick, continuing in the direction it was headed after my last control input. I asked others to try the ACLS landing and they have gotten the same result, no terminal ACLS guidance.

Is there a way to quickly reset horizontal stabilizer to "default" (before taking off) rather than using trim to adjust it?

I had it bound previously but after the last few updates and changing of my HOTAS / Control Panels, I can't find the binding to bind to anymore. I've manually scrolled all the way through it and there is nothing for either 'Hydraulic' or 'HYD' or 'FLT' or 'Isolation'. Was this removed or has this never been implemented and I was only able to bind to it because of DCS BIOS (which I no longer use)?

I am not sue how did it happen (shown in the picture) when I hit "RAlt + J" to jump another plan.

https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3322479/ I made a little cockpit mod for the F-14B that changes the nozzle position gauge to the nozzle percentage gauge for the F110s along with fixing some of the missing labels that were fixed in older versions of OB but were removed recently (MAND ATTK on Datadrum, COMB on the hydraulics gauge, and AWG-9/AIM-54 cooling switch). Inb4 Heatblur had these fixes planned for the May 18th patch. V1.0 - Initial Release V1.1 - Removal of the COMB on the hydraulics gauge and AWG-9/AIM-54 cooling switch fix since it was fixed in OB 2.7.16.27869. V1.2 - Added a fix for the missile station status indicators (the indicators covers were extremely opaque and almost made it appeared that certain stations, especially on Station 1A, were selected). V1.3 - Updated for OB 2.8.3.37556 (making the mirrors work again).

Hi, I am wondering that this is the old topic in forum. Just wondering that are these two options in the jester wheel rather than jumping back the RIO seat to push the buttons? Thanks.

I hope this is the right spot to make a proper post. I recently bought myself an MSI Katana GF76...with 64 gigs of RAM and a 3050ti along with a 1tb SSD it was a bargain and I also like having the portability of a laptop. I also purchased DCS World and a couple of the FC3 planes too. I did sample the F-14 as well since ED allows for a free trial and wow...Heatblur is just phenomenal when it comes to quality. This Youtuber utterly desecrated the F-14 in terms of its capabilities but I feel otherwise with the two weeks I had with the module. The plane handles extremely well and the avionics are still somewhat competitive even with the newer jets. The TF-30s stall but it's not like what the internet claims where if you simply look at them the wrong way, they'll conk out on you...you have to be careful but still pretty capable. The B model just turns the dial up to eleven. It's also very maneuverable for such a large plane...once I had learned the basic controls, I did a few dogfights against SU-27s and while I'm no Growling Sidewinder, I held my own. I always loved the F-14 but had yet to fly it in a proper sim. My only experience with the aircraft were games like Ace Combat bravo, Heatblur. Youtube video in question below...