We welcome FlyingIron Simulations aboard and are excited to announce that the A-7E Corsair II by FlyingIron Simulations is coming to DCS World. FlyingIron is an experienced and very talented Australian developer that has an impressive pedigree of quality flight simulations.

The A-7E will add a new carrier-aviation fighter to DCS world that includes impressive ground-attack capabilities, advanced sensors and weapons, and will take advantage of DCS: Supercarrier features.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Or9wXF4JGI&feature=emb_logo

Value-packed bundle deals are available for all DCS World helicopters. Lasting until 9 March, get up to 65% savings on the most authentic military helicopters ever created for the PC

• All DCS helicopters: $69.99
  
• DCS: Black Shark 2 + DCS: Combined Arms: $49.99
  
• DCS: Black Shark 2 + DCS: Mi-8MTV2: $54.99

The same bundles are available on Steam.


Dear Community,

We read you, we hear you, we listen to you and we are working for you! Thank you for being with us and for your help to improve DCS World.

We delivered DCS World 2.5.6 Open Beta on February, 14.
Every version increase of 2.5.X is a cumulative update of the core environment. The feedback that we received from our community, especially with regards to multiplayer, is helping us to improve the delivery process.

The release of an unstable Open Beta to our clients has taught us an important lesson, and we are committed to improving the QA before an Open Beta delivery.

Our updated process includes:

• Longer internal QA testing and debugging.
  
• Earlier external Beta Tester access to Release Candidates. How to become a Beta Tester. English & Russian links.
  
• A new closed Eagle Dynamics dedicated multiplayer testing server. The invitations will be announced soon.
  
• DCS Open Beta delivery.
  
• Hotfix process (if required).
  
• DCS Stable delivery.

We will try to keep a schedule of 2-week iterations once the DCS World 2.5.6 Stable is released.

I have started posting development milestones on Reddit in the Hoggit community which you can read here. These will also be posted to our official forums.

I will continue to inform you about the progress of each project on our official ED forum.

Kate Perederko
Chief Operating Officer Eagle Dynamics



We make sure you receive the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding our work in progress, as always.

Yours sincerely,
The Eagle Dynamics Team

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While we ride out the 2.5.6 storm, Steam has been given the option to select the last version of 2.5.5 only available as an Open Beta. Hope this helps a little until we can get 2.5.6 up on its feet. Thanks all for your patience.

To select this version, select openbeta-2.5.5.41962 from the drop down.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gW6Q-_17aHE&feature=youtu.be

In a recent DCS: F-16C Viper update, we updated how the alignment of the INS system works to be more realistic. When performing a cold start, you must either enter or confirm the latitude and longitude coordinates of your aircraft on the INS DED page within two minutes after starting an alignment.

This is required for not only for correct navigation data, but also correct display of information on the HUD.

This video is provided to better help understand this.
Thanks

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https://forums.eagle.ru/showpost.php?p=4220357&postcount=89

DCS Open Beta 2.5.6.43931 hotfix

• Crash at login without authorization data fixed
  
• Multiplayer memory leak on carrier fixed
  
• A-10A and A-10C: taxi lights fixed
  
• Ka-50: IT-23 now can't be adjusted without electric power

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Or9wXF4JGI&feature=emb_logo

https://store.steampowered.com/search/?term=dcs+bundle


DCS Helicopter Bundle Sales & New Ka-50 Cockpit!

PS!
Bundle Deals Available: 21 February to 9 March

Starting Friday, 21 February, value-packed bundle deals are available for all DCS World helicopters. Lasting until 9 March, get up to 65% savings on the most authentic military helicopters ever created for the PC. Get the bundles at:

https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/shop/bundles/
• Helicopter Bundle: Price: $69.99
• DCS: Black Shark 2 + DCS: Combined Arms: Price $49.99
• DCS: Black Shark 2 + DCS: Mi-8MTV2: Price $54.99

These same bundles will also be available on Steam.

We are also excited to show off the new, free Ka-50 Black Shark cockpit update. The updated cockpit will be in the Open Beta for 20 February. This new cockpit has been rebuilt from scratch and consists of a new, high-resolution 3D mesh and textures that take advantage of advanced rendering and lighting technologies.

Thank you for all your support!
Eagle Dynamics team

Music in the video:
"Heart Of Courage" by "Two Steps From Hell"
https://www.twostepsfromhell.com/

2.5.6 Open Beta Update

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Or9wXF4JGI

The updated cockpit is available in the current DCS World Open Beta. This new cockpit has been rebuilt from scratch and consists of a new, high-resolution 3D mesh and textures that take advantage of advanced rendering and lighting technologies.

Check Changelog

Over the past decade, we’ve been working hard on our fixed-wing aircraft. Thousands of features take thousands of man-hours. However, with our core principles in mind, we feel an important duty to take care of our older modules built on previous versions. That’s why to celebrate the improvements we’re offering you the chance to complete your helo hangar with a limited time offer on all our helicopters.

Three different offers available



Starting Friday, 21 February, value-packed bundle deals are available for all DCS World helicopters. Lasting until 9 March, get up to 65% savings on the most authentic military helicopters ever created for the PC. Get the bundles at:

• All DCS helicopters: $69.99
  
• DCS: Black Shark 2 + DCS: Combined Arms: $49.99
  
• DCS: Black Shark 2 + DCS: Mi-8MTV2: $54.99

These same bundles are also available on Steam.

Skinning Contest Winners

With serious review and consideration, we are proud to announce the 10 winners will have their work uploaded to our servers and the skins will be accessible to everyone. The prize is a free DCS: The Channel map. Congratulations to all the winners.

The winners in no particular order:

Reflected
Golani79
JG13~Wulf
DaveyWaveyBoo
CHSubZero
MJDixon
Latart
C-TE-B
Mibburo
LazarusLong



Enjoy the update of Ka-50 and have a great experience with new skins for Fw 190 A-8
Sincerely,
The Eagle Dynamics Team

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New cockpit Ka-50. New 3D model, textures, lighting.

• Added new User Manuals 2020 of DCS (EN, RU)
  
• Crash on to many messages on screen - fixed
  
• Russian Static Object "outpost" does not render in the open beta - fixed
  
• LOD Issues on Units and Static objects - fixed
  
• Mission start trigger not working for some functions - fixed
  
• DCS Hangs after playing user track - fixed
  
• Runway Spotlights vs Cockpit gauges - fixed
  
• Sea Flicker ( sometimes ) - Fixed
  
• Mission generator doesn't work - fixed
  
• KC-130. LODs corrected
  
• MP. DS. Sound errors spamming log - fixed

• Fixed issue with invisible KC-130 Tanker

• Adjusted VTB for new eye point view when added VR pilot

• fixed APR FAF logic and HSD FAF draw
  
• fixed AG Gun and C701 pipper
  
• fixed pilot texture conflict
  
• fixed hud bg brightness adjustable
  
• fixed hud tdc movement by axis control
  
• fixed fuel system failure warning flags
  
• fixed time on target calc
  
• fixed hud/mfcd/ufcp brt based on sun zenith
  
• added separated codes for wmd7 laser/lss

• Use INS for radar stabilization instead of real-time DCS values
  
• Fixed regression in angle limits of radar stabilization that caused contact/track loss in RWS/TWS at large pitch angles
  
• Fixed the transponder panel code ranges: M1 00-73 (5 bit octal), M3 0000-7777 (12bit octal)
  
• Fixed regressions caused by SDK mismatch:
  
• Fixed debriefing window not appearing
  
• Fixed trim not working
  
• Fixed debriefing window not appearing
  
• Fixed AIM-9 SEAM/Lock
  
• Mission starting in F10 view

• Radar elevation axis mapping added (was left out of the last change log)
  
• Magnetic declination knob (KURSKORR) animation corrected

• L-39 hangs and then crashes after all power - fixed

• Spring Tension Campaign. No progress in mission 12 - fixed

• Introducing the new cockpit
  
• Ka-50 can't spawn at Kuznetsov - fixed

• Crash in campaign CA Frontlines Georgia - fixed

• It is not possible to command ground crew after starting one or both engines. They respond that the throttles must be moved to IDLE for them to do stuff even though engines are at idle. Fixed
  
• Unable to connect or disconnect GPU with engines on - fixed

• Fixed extra wind sound when the pilot rotates the camera to the rear view

• L-39 Kursant Campaign by ED. Corrected voice over and subtitles of first massage
  
• Spitfire Operation Epsom Campaign by Banyap. Corrected parkings
  
• P-51D Operation Charnwood Campaign by Banyap. Corrected parkings
  
• Bf-109K-4 Jagdflieger Campaign by Reflected Simulations. Mission 12 - corrected parkings
  
• P-51D Mustang Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney by Reflected Simulations. Corrected parkings
  
• Spitfire IX The Big Show by Reflected Simulations. Corrected parkings
  
• M-2000C Red Flag campaign by Baltic Dragon
  
• Mission 3: Updated Metal flight behaviour to engage quicker. Fixed bug with other flights not returning to base
  
• Mission 15: Fixed bug with Max failing to engage the Gazelles
  
• The Enemy Within 3.0 by Baltic Dragon. Mission 5: Fixed issue with damaged Mi-8 managing to take off
  
• Worlds Apart Spring 2025 Campaign English and German Documentation added
  
• Known bugs
  
• Ka-50. Possible typos in EN cockpit

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvOwYvkG60E

In the next Open Beta we plan to release some great dogfight improvements for the F/A-18C and F-16C. The Hornet will have a much-improved air-to-air gun reticle stabilization and accuracy. The Viper will get the EEGS Level-5 radar-directed air-to-air gun sight and the ability to toggle between the SLAVE and BORE modes of the AIM-9 using the HOTAS.

Notes:
We will be adding the MANUAL page of the DED soon to allow wingspan entry and the maximum gun range cue.
The energy state element of the T-Symbol is currently missing in the F-16C, but is coming.

F/A-18C Commands:
HOTAS Category
Select Gun = Left Shift + X
Gun Trigger = Space

F-16C Commands:
HOTAS Category
DOGFIGHT/Missile Override Switch = 3
ACM Modes = TMS switch up for boresight and TMS aft for vertical

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Development Report #14


Today we introduce the initial release of 2.5.6 to Open Beta. This update will be quite large as it updates most of the terrains, this is also why it has taking some extra time to get it out to everyone. As always, we appreciate your patience and understanding. The release will include, but is not limited to;

Improved Water
The transparency of the water has been improved; the depth of the water now feels more accurate and water becomes more blurred the deeper you go. The upcoming torpedos for WWII Asset Pack will be easier to track underwater. The shorelines also benefit greatly from this improvement, in particular the cliffs of Dover in the new theatre DCS: The Channel.

Improved Environment Lighting
We have worked hard to increase the range and visibility of lights to enhance the night flying experience. We know that it is far from perfect and will continue to improve the look and feel at night.

View the changelog here.

Hurry, before it’s too late



The DCS Naval Warfare pack has everything you need for serious action at sea. Ending this weekend, this is your chance to save on some of our most sought after modules.

Includes:

• DCS: F/A-18C Hornet
  
• SU-33 Flanker D for DCS World
  
• DCS: Supercarrier

Get it here!
E-shop only

New grips available now

The VIRPIL Controls Constellation ALPHA
VIRPIL Controls is proud to show off our latest addition to our Constellation series lineup; the much anticipated ALPHA Grip!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghoIgz5TUug&feature=emb_logo

Building on the Constellation lineup that was introduced with our popular DELTA grip, the VIRPIL Controls team has carefully listened to the comments, criticisms and suggestions which have led us to develop something incredibly exciting! The Constellation ALPHA Grip ushers in a new era of complete and total control equipped with an extensive feature set making it suitable for any kind of virtual pilot!

• 1 x Dual-stage Trigger
  
• 1 x Dual-Position Flip Trigger (tactile switch trigger + button input for “UP” position)
  
• Combination Trigger Stages - flip trigger and dual-stage trigger and be pressed simultaneously as a combined trigger for additional trigger stages
  
• 1 x Analogue Stick (+ Push)
  
• 3 x 4-way Hats (+ Push)
  
• 1 x 2-way Hat (+ Push)
  
• 3 x Momentary buttons
  
• 1 x Paddle lever (VPC Contactless Sensor)
  
• 1 x Scroll Encoder (+ Dual Push)
  
• Lockable Twist Axis (VPC Contactless Sensor)
  
• Adjustable hand rest
  
• All-metal trigger, flip trigger and paddle lever
  
• Translucent hood with programmable RGB lighting
  
• Available in left and right-hand variants

Check out the Constellation ALPHA Grip on the VIRPIL Controls Worldwide Webstore!
VPC ALPHA-R Grip - VPC ALPHA-L Grip

ALPHA Grip pre-orders are expected to start dispatching later in February after pre-orders are fulfilled stock will be available to purchase from the VIRPIL Controls official webstore.

See you in the skies!
VIRPIL Controls Team


We make sure you receive the most accurate and up-to-date news regarding our work in progress. As always.

Yours sincerely
The Eagle Dynamics Team

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Everyone at Eagle Dynamics is working hard to make the start of this decade one to remember. While 2019 was a monumental year for DCS. We have more exciting things in store for 2020. This includes new aircraft such as the P-47 Thunderbolt, Mosquito, Mi-24P Hind, as well as the continued development of the F/A-18C Hornet and F-16C Viper including air-to-ground radar, Forward-Looking Infrared (FLIR) sensors and enhanced missile dynamics and behaviour. We will also see detailed aircraft carrier operations with DCS: Supercarrier, and new maps like the free Marianas Islands map and The Channel map. We will also be releasing updates to the A-10C Warthog and Ka-50 Black Shark (including a free cockpit update coming very soon).

Most of the Eagle Dynamics team will be focused on DCS World core to improve performance, lighting, and weather. We will also launch our new damage modelling engine which initially will be for the WWII aircraft. The team is also working hard to improve airfield air traffic control, more life-like AI, new AI units, and a dynamic campaign system.

Our 3rd party partners will also be hard at work in 2020 with the F-15E Strike Eagle, MiG-23 Flogger, OH-58 Kiowa Warrior, Syria and Falkland Islands maps, and more.

Later this year, we are looking forward to announcing an eagerly awaited aircraft for DCS World. This will be a highly detailed and complex aircraft representing a huge milestone

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WWII enthusiast, we welcome you to join us for a truly incredible and unforgettable experience. Members of the Eagle Dynamics team would love to meet you.

Flying Legends tickets are only available in advance and must be purchased before arrival at the aerodrome. Tickets are now on sale for the Flying Legends Airshow, IWM Duxford on the 11 - 12th July 2020. Under 16's go free.

‘Book tickets’ here.


Over the last few weeks, we have been hard at work preparing the next big update to DCS World: version 2.5.6. This update will bring a number of highly anticipated things one of which we can share with you now;

• The DCS: Black Shark 2, Ka-50 free cockpit update. This is a completely rebuilt Ka-50 cockpit with new, high-resolution geometry and textures. It will also take advantage of new lighting and materials.

We look forward to taking this journey with you.

Yours sincerely,
The Eagle Dynamics Team



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