user error Maverick E (laser) doesn't track laser after fire

[Anubis_94]

Hello,

 

Sometimes, the maverick E doesn't track the laser even after :

• a well "MAV LKD" on the hud (anyway, the mav won't go if not locked)
• a target in front of the plane (~ -10° down)
• Laser code mav-TGP OK

 

Here is a track on the 2.9.18.12899, as well a video and acmi.

The issue is observed with the 2nd mav (2min30 mark)

test_mavE.trktest_mavE.acmi

 

Edited August 29 by Anubis_94

[Tholozor]

In your second attack, the Maverick was fired from well outside the keyhole, meaning although the seeker itself can see the laser before launch, it's losing it once it comes off the rail. Try to launch within these constraints as much as possible for any Maverick attack. (Image is referenced with the A-10, but the keyhole is still applicable)

Edited August 29 by Tholozor

[Anubis_94]

As simple as it is.

F18 manual here, the launch constraint circle is explained, a 15° circle (mav launch above was 24° according to tacview):

 

I though that MAV LKD was enough, should have re-read the manual to avoid a RTFM answer

 

Thanks .

 

Edited August 29 by Anubis_94