Huey love.... aka updating the UH-1

[EvilBert VR]

Hey all.

I've read your comments in regards of turning or updating the Huey into a different thing (UH-1N/ 212 or even a UH-1Y).
Most of you comprehend that this would require a complete new model within DCS. So I guess not.

Sharing the opinion of my fellow (rl) Huey aviators I'm really surprised of how accurate the largest part of the flight model is.
Despite its age it is still one if the most accurate modules within DCS having a HUGE community of fans... at least what I am witnessing on the most frequented MP servers.

Observed that plenty of FC modules have featured a graphical update within the last update of DCS one has to ask the question if the Huey hasn't deserved the same. At least I do.

There are still plenty of flaws (i.e. interior 3D model, exterior lighting.... as to mention e few) and I'm sure most of us would like to see a major upgrade in this.

I've prepared a list of the discrepancies between the rl Huey and the DCS module, getting ready to be forwarded to ED staff. 

The iconic Huey surely deserves to receive a major update even if there are plenty of other projects in the DCS pipeline of an even more financial attractive perspective for ED.

Nevertheless I think HUEYLOVE has to be pushed forward to bring it onto the same level as the rest of the fantastic helicopter modules ED has published so far.

CHEERS

[fapador]

@EvilBert VRNot in the topic, but 4790k and DDR4 is impossible setup (signature)

Edited February 26, 2024 by fapador

[strayrat202]

With all the great updates recently, is there plans for a Huey update?  

[Kev2go]

There aught to be. With a focus being on expanding Utility roles in DCS, with CH47F and C130 modules, maybe its a time to give UH1H a cockpit and external model refresh.

 

That and a updated Damage model. IF the huey has a hard landing it has a tendency to  blow up, whereas with AH64, i have survived hard landings ( by that meaning avoiding spontaneous combustion) that would have evaporated a huey. 

Edited April 1, 2024 by Kev2go

[ebabil]

When I asked to a dev about updating mi8 and Huey years ago, he had told me that they were busy with the Apache. I think they’re now busy with the chinook. So don’t keep your hopes up too much