https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWjtXFN9mcg&feature=youtu.be

In our next Open Beta, we plan to include the radar ACM mode for the JHMCS and its associated data on the HMD. When viewed outside the cockpit/HUD and pressing forward on the Sensor Control switch, the helmet enters HACQ mode (noted by the dashed reticle). You can think of it as radar boresight mode where the helmet controls the radar search line of sight. Pressing forward more than 800 ms on the Sensor Control switch changes from HACQ 5 nm mile acquisition to LACQ 10 nm acquisition. By moving your FoV to place the HACQ/LACQ dashed-reticle over a target, the radar will lock it up, as long as the target is within radar gimbal limits and the range mode (HACQ/LACQ).

Have fun!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hREnIUublLg&feature=youtu.be



This is a recording of 1 of 12 new interactive training missions coming to the Hornet in November 2018.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbAnnNP618Y&feature=youtu.be


This is a recording of 1 of 12 new interactive training missions coming to the Hornet in November 2018.

DCS: F-14 by Heatblur Simulations Available for Pre-Order on Steam with 10% Discount

Pre-order from Steam



The Grumman F-14 Tomcat was a two-crew, variable geometry, maritime air superiority fighter that served with the US Navy for 32 years and continues to serve with the IRIAF in Iran. The F-14 was the US Navy's frontline fighter from the 1970s until the mid-2000s. Over the course of its long service life it also became the US Navy’s premier precision ground-attack platform and lone airborne reconnaissance asset.

Outstanding features of the aircraft are the swing-wing configuration, crew of two, and the powerful AN/AWG-9 Weapons Control System (WCS) and radar. The AWG-9 allows employment of the powerful AIM-54 Phoenix air to air missile while the LANTIRN pod allows the ability to carry out precision ground strikes using laser guided bombs. The F-14 Tomcat was present during many pivotal historic moments such as the two Gulf of Sidra incidents, Operation Desert storm in Iraq, the conflict in Yugoslavia, Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom. It was also immortalized in the iconic motion picture, Top Gun, and starred in several other feature films including The Final Countdown, Executive Decision, and others.

We've been listening, and in one of the next updates we'll be providing the ability to show the JHMCS projection on the left, right, or both eyes when in VR.

While the left and both eye options are not realistic, we are making this available in the Hornet Options / Special tab for those that wish to use this.

Additionally, a lot of work is now focused on the Datalink / SA page. The first big step is creating the two MIDS radios and their interfaces / functions.

Thanks!

Celebrating Three Years Over Nevada!
Three years ago, we released the DCS: NEVADA Test and Training Range map. Since then, it exited Early Access and has received many updates, including a massive one two years ago that included 14 new airfields; new towns and cities; additional landmarks; and expanded, detailed texture area. Just as important, the map has been home to a huge amount of content that includes numerous missions and 10 campaigns. The Nevada map has provided a very interesting blend of desert aerial combat in the form of Red Flag Campaigns, Weapons Training, and Aggressors Training, with “fun” flying through Las Vegas, the Hoover Dam and other interesting locations.

We’re happy to present to you this new Nevada map video that celebrates three years of Nevada flying!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wX9DBMYTZjQ
Find the map here.

DCS: F-14 by Heatblur Simulations Available for Pre-Order on Steam with 10% Discount
Pre-order from Steam



The Grumman F-14 Tomcat was a two-crew, variable geometry, maritime air superiority fighter that served with the US Navy for 32 years and continues to serve with the IRIAF in Iran. The F-14 was the US Navy's frontline fighter from the 1970s until the mid-2000s. Over the course of its long service life it also became the US Navy’s premier precision ground-attack platform and lone airborne reconnaissance asset.

Outstanding features of the aircraft are the swing-wing configuration, crew of two, and the powerful AN/AWG-9 Weapons Control System (WCS) and radar. The AWG-9 allows employment of the powerful AIM-54 Phoenix air to air missile while the LANTIRN pod allows the ability to carry out precision ground strikes using laser guided bombs. The F-14 Tomcat was present during many pivotal historic moments such as the two Gulf of Sidra incidents, Operation Desert storm in Iraq, the conflict in Yugoslavia, Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom. It was also immortalized in the iconic motion picture, Top Gun, and starred in several other feature films including The Final Countdown, Executive Decision, and others.

DCS World 2.5 Update
Due to some issues we wish to resolve in the Open Beta before moving it to the Release version, there will be no update to the Release version this week. For next week though, on 21 November, we plan to include the following in the new Open Beta:

• Corrected Hornet radar break-lock, elevation scanning, and ACM modes.
  
• Integration of radar lock data onto the JHMCS for the Hornet.
  
• Addition of infrared-guided AGM-65 Mavericks for the Hornet.
  
• Corrected CLIMB function for the Hornet FPAS page.
  
• Corrected remaining AGM-65E errors.
  
• Updated Hornet Early Access Guide.
  
• Updated Persian Gulf map with additions of Kish Island airfield, Al Bateen airfield, Lavan Island airfield, Bandar-e-Jask airfield, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Sas Al Nakheel airfield, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center, and the Yas Viceroy with Formula 1 racetrack.
  
• Continued tuning and improvements to the MiG-29 flight and engine model.

For next week's DCS World Open Beta update, we plan the 2nd big update of the DCS: Persian Gulf Map! Highlights of map update includes the additions of Kish Island airfield, Al Bateen airfield, Lavan Island airfield, Al Ain airfield, Bandar-e-Jask airfield, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Sas Al Nakheel airfield, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center, and the Yas Viceroy with Formula 1 racetrack.

Purchase this wonderful map at: https://store.steampowered.com/app/411890/

And yes, we also plan some great fixes and new features for the Hornet next week

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiNpwI3DRiw&feature=em-uploademail

Three years ago, we released the DCS: NEVADA Test and Training Range map. Since then, it exited Early Access and has received many updates, including a massive one two years ago that included 14 new airfields; new towns and cities; additional landmarks; and expanded, detailed texture area. Just as important, the map has been home to a huge amount of content that includes numerous missions and 10 campaigns. The Nevada map has provided a very interesting blend of desert aerial combat in the form of Red Flag Campaigns, Weapons Training, and Aggressors Training, with “fun” flying through Las Vegas, the Hoover Dam and other interesting locations.


We’re happy to present to you this new Nevada map video that celebrates three years of Nevada flying!

Find the map here at:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/411891/

DCS World Open Beta Update
This week we released a new update to the DCS World Open Beta with highlights that include:

• Added the Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System (JHMCS), AGM-65E laser-guided Maverick, Flight Performance Advisory System (FPAS) page, new skins, improved Air Combat Maneuvering (ACM) radar mode performance, and corrected fuel pumps for the Hornet.
  
• Restored debriefing screen for Instant Action missions.
  
• Improved sound propagation for distant objects.
  
• Corrected player radio transmission with simultaneous AI radio messages.
  
• Great improvements to the MiG-29 that include pitch stability synchronized with wing slats, improved braking chute model, corrected engine damage over Mach 2.6, and improved longitudinal stability.
  
• Numerous improvements to the MiG-21bis, M-2000C, AV-8B NA, and AJS-37 Viggen.

You can read the complete change log in the dedicated thread of DCS forum

As an Open Beta there are expected bugs that we will resolve at our very soonest.

PS
In additional to see the changelog of today’s Open Beta update.

https://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=3682826&postcount=34

DCS World

• SA-2 unable to engage high altitude targets - fixed.
  
• F-4E Iran. Added skin by Sadjad_Vosoul (ISAAC).
  
• С-130 Iran. Added 2 skins by Sadjad_Vosoul (ISAAC).
  
• Added SAM SA-15 Tor to Iran.
  
• ME. Implemented ship livery selection.

DCS F/A-18C

• Added AGM-65 instant action mission.
  
• FPAS climb fixed.
  
• Added input for JHMCS (Axis and buttons).
  
• AGM-65E and AIM-9X reload issue - fixed.
  
• AIM-9X Reticle Visible in all A/A Weapon HUD - fixed.

DCS MiG-21bis by Magnitude 3 LLC

• Fixed gauges from blacking out.
  
• Fixed smoothing groups on HUD glass.

DCS Flaming Cliffs

• MiG-29. Added an animation of a flaps buttons.
  
• MiG-29. The Nose Wheel Steering HI and LO modes. The LO mode (8 degrees) used for takeoff and landing. HI mode (31 degrees) used for taxi and can be engaged by holding the LALT-Q combo provided Flaps are Up.
  
• MiG-29. Added commands to set barometric altimeter pressure.

DCS Campaigns
Spitfire IX - Big Show Campaign. Corrected a typo in the documentation. Added some B-17 skins that were accidentally missing.