Clickable cockpits for FC3 + Su-25T modules (mod adoption and build up from there)

[LucShep]

So, in recent years there have been discussions about the FC3 aircraft modules (A-10A, F-15C, Mig-29 A/G/S, Su-25A, Su-27, Su-33, J-11A), which are also available as separate modules, and also the Su-25T module included as free content in DCS.

Among other aspects, there is one particular aspect that these modules lack, instantly detaching them from all other modules (then makes them "out of place" in the sim), which is the lack of cockpit interaction, as there aren't any clickable switches or buttons.
IIRC, E.D. stated that there won't be more development on FC3 aircraft modules and Su-25T, at least not in this aspect, as too many resources (too much work) would be needed.

But, as it turns out, a talented community member managed to insert the relevant functions (ones that are modeled for key bindings) of each FC3 aircraft, also the free Su-25T, and made it all work interactively in each aircraft's cockpit.
However, there are no button/switches animations or "click/toggle" sounds (with exception of the very few ones that ED has modeled).

My "wishlist post" here is just a suggestion to E.D.:  contact the author and manage a way to officially adopt his work, and build it up from there. 
Make the missing button/switches animations and "click/toggle" sounds work, for those that he made interactive/clickable, then update the content of these aircraft in DCS.

We all know that these modules are more of a "survey simulation" (simplified) inherited from LOMAC, FC1 and FC2 aircraft predating DCS World, which instead focus more on "study simulation" (all-out complex) modules. They're at the bottom of the priorities list, and considered of less interest by experienced users, all of which is understandable. 
But it's also true that these simpler modules have their place in DCS - we've read many times how difficult and expensive DCS modules can be for the unexperienced newcomer. Frankly, I think these are the best introduction to DCS for the unexperienced, and really deserve this type of update.

I believe this "mod adoption and build up from there" is a great chance for E.D. -as the bulk of the work is already done by this talented fella- to then provide these exhistent modules with a better user experience, for those starting in DCS with these modules, as well as those still using them.

The FC3 interactive cockpits mod on the author's page: https://redk0d.gumroad.com/l/fvkodo

A couple of videos demonstrating the mod:

 

There's also a forum thread here about it:

PS: Sorry if this was already addressed in some other "wishlist" thread, but I haven't noticed any on this subject.

Edited August 19, 2023 by LucShep

[YSIAD_RIP]

Yes - 100%  agree with @LucShep.

Maybe this is a good job for an @Eagle Dynamics LUA coding intern? At the very least update the poor Old Su-25T so new players can enjoy a clickable Russian Jet Cockpit. 

[BIGNEWY]

All user mods should be free, a donation link is allowed, anything else requires a licence from EDSA 

thanks

[LucShep]

Not sure you noticed but the mod is 100% free. 
When placing the donate ammount you can put 0 (that's right, ZERO), then add the mod to basket and insert your email, to finish the transaction.
It's up to you to donate or not, the link for download is still sent to you regardless.  (but come on, pay the author a virtual beer!)

Edited August 16, 2023 by LucShep

[BIGNEWY]

24 minutes ago, LucShep said:

Not sure you noticed but the mod is 100% free. 
You create your account, add to basket, and in the donate ammount you can put 0 (that's right, that's ZERO), the link for download is still sent to you regardless.
It's up to you to donate or not.  (but come on, pay the author a virtual beer!)

 

yes I was replying to the previous post which is now deleted. thanks