https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvzxfqymFq0
In the next update, we have both air-to-ground and air-to-air updates for the Hornet targeting pod. This includes more realistic AG tracking modes and FLIR tracking of aerial targets in cooperation with the radar.

Once a target is in a tracked area or point point, the offset function allows you to shift the aimpoint or move the targeting pod track center. This is a useful function when changing targeting from the initial designation point without having to revert back to snowplow mode.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cr7--PXczpM

To track a target with the Hornet targeting pod, we recommend using the FLIR camera as it provides more contrast to lock on to. Place the crosshairs in front of the target in an stabilized action slew mode, then set to no-action slew area track, and then to a no-action point track mode.

We are tuning the values, but for now:
CCD camera: 6 nm
FLIR camera: 11.5 nm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6I1cZewho3M


In this week's update, we explore the inclusion of the IN ZONE LAUNCH ACCEPTABLE REGION (IZLAR) for the JDAM. This provides additional delivery information and will be tied to the later inclusion of pre-planned IZLARs and multiple attack points.

Watch the JDAM land missile update
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=207Ioh-Yr7E


This week we introduce the first iteration of the air-to-ground radar for the F/A-18C Hornet. This first version models MAP mode and allows you to search for and designate target locations. Later, we will be adding other modes like the EXPAND levels, Ground Moving Target, SEA, and Terrain Avoidance. This is the first step.

Watch the Air to Ground update
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fxXnRm1xEs


The AGM-84E SLAM land attack missile is a stand-off, precision attack weapon that provides man-in-the loop guidance. It is ideal for long range attack against heavily defended ground targets.
The SLAM is just one of the many interesting weapon of the DCS: F/A-18C Hornet.

Watch the SLAM Land Missile update
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3euT1EKqz2c

Thank you for your passion and support and as always, fly safe.

The Eagle Dynamics Team

DCS World 2.5.6 represents one of the biggest updates since the launch of DCS World 2.5 and offers powerful new tools capable of CPU load distribution and FPS management when using peripheral hardware. Many of the improvements in this update are thanks to your feedback and requests, we can’t wait to hear what you think.

Over two thousand bugs were identified and squashed in 2.5.6 Open Beta.

Read the stable changelog.




Rota Island, also known as the Friendly Island is 19km in length and has a population of 3,500 people. It is the southernmost island of the United States Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands. It has been modelled in extraordinary detail and is close to completion.

We continue to work on the organised, unincorporated territory of the United States in Micronesia; Guam. This island was captured by the Japanese in 1941 and occupied for almost 3 years. The American forces recaptured the island on the 21st of July, 1944; Liberation Day commemorates this victory. Special attention is being given to the Andersen Air Force Base located approximately 4km northeast of Yigo. Andersen AFB is one of two critical air bases in the Asia Pacific region. Guam’s almost unrestricted airspace and it’s close proximity to the Farallon de Medinilla Island, a naval bombing range 250km north, make it an ideal training environment. Andersen AFB is home to 36th Wing (PACAF), 734th Air Mobility Support Squadron (Air Mobility Command) and Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Twenty-Five (HSC-25).

We continue to improve the cross balance of colour and gamma between terrain textures (vegetation and ground), trees and other objects (infrastructure). The water’s fluidity, colour and transparency have also been tuned for more realistic characteristics. See screenshots.


We are now working on the P-47D Thunderbolt and The Channel Early Access Map and look forward to sharing the progress with you over the coming weeks.




Highest-end virtual simulations by DCS and Varjo

DCS World now supports Varjo’s human-eye resolution headsets, Varjo VR-2 and VR-2 Pro. Varjo is the Finnish maker of the world’s most advanced virtual and mixed reality products for professionals. Together Varjo and DCS offer one of the highest definition and most realistic experiences available in the ‪flight simulator market.

With Varjo’s industrial-grade devices that deliver 60 pixels per degree resolution, the smallest details in the cockpit, including the smallest font sizes, buttons and gauges are crystal clear. In addition, the mixed reality headset Varjo XR-1 permits you to use your own hands as controllers, whilst flying in photorealistic virtual scenery using real-time chroma keying.

Thank you all for your trust and commitment. We work for you.

Kind regards,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

The new Open Beta encompasses a large number of updates to the environment. A number of Campaigns have also been revised to ensure that they are compatible and accessible.

The F/A-18C Hornet and F-16C Viper have both received major updates. We have done what we can to include many of the community's requests, especially in regards to the Hornet’s litening pod. Our third-party partners have also been hard at work with updates to the M-2000 Mirage and the AV-8B Night Attack by RAZBAM. Notably, Heatblur Simulations have released substantial updates to the F-14B Tomcat and the ASJ37 Viggen.

Read the Full Change log

Magnitude 3 have also released a large update, read about it on their website:
http://leatherneck-sim.com/2020/05/20/crouching-update/




DCS: Supercarrier is the most detailed and realistic simulation of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier ever created. In total, the US Navy manufactured 10 Nimitz class ships. Our product will include all 5 vessels of the Theodore Roosevelt sub-class: CVN-71 Theodore Roosevelt, CVN-72 Abraham Lincoln, CVN-73 George Washington, CVN-74 John C Stennis, CVN-75 Harry S. Truman. We know that you have waited a long time for this complex module to deliver. The workload has been intense and we would like to thank all of those who put in the extra hours needed to meet this ultimate deadline, you know who you are. We are confident this powerful new module will inspire every one of us.

This week marks the completion of the first set of features for DCS: Supercarrier. Read about the detailed list of features available in DCS: Supercarrier Early Access.




We had planned to release the A/G radar this week but due to technical reasons, this has been moved to 3rd of June.

See development screenshots




At Early Access launch, Case 1, Case 2, and Case 3 will be supported. After Early Access will we do additional work to include pattern re-entry after a wave off or bolter, and Automatic Carrier Landing (ACL) support.

If you do not own the Supercarrier module, you will not be able to spawn on the deck to take off or catch an arresting wire to land. You would also not be able to take advantage of the new radio communications, the Ready Room, LSO, Station, and Air Boss Station.

Benefit from the Early Access discount and save 20% on DCS: Supercarrier.

Thank you all again for hanging in there with us. You make our dreams come true!

Kind regards,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

The Free for All event has been one of our most rewarding yet, bringing together our global community of developers, aviators and enthusiasts who enjoy trial access to all of our modules. It has provided an opportunity to showcase skills, gain expertise and given us a chance to learn as we work and to build a better flight combat experience.

Please note that the Steam Free For All Sale started on the 13th and will continue until the 27th of May. Enjoy!




The release of DCS: Supercarrier into Early Access required dozens of our teammates to ensure operations are as realistic as possible. A special review version of Supercarrier has been delivered to a number of journalists and opinion leaders and we expect some early feedback in the coming week.

DCS: Supercarrier will support English, Russian, German, French and Chinese.

We continue to debug multiplayer components for large servers and tune AI landing behaviour. Deck crew logic, deck lighting and final model textures are also being enhanced.




This Sunday 17th of May, the Virtual Airshows Group will take to the sky for the Wings Over Tbilisi 2020 virtual airshow. We encourage you to sit back and enjoy this marvellous display of accuracy and coordination, only in DCS World. Tune in on Twitch.

With this hopefully, successful loosening of ‘lockdown’ we trust you will remain healthy and happy. Thank you again for all your dedication to DCS World!

Yours sincerely,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

In preparation for the release of DCS: Supercarrier later in May 2020, my friend Jar from the Virtual Stingers Squadron has assisted me with an updated tutorial on Case I landings. These are your daytime landings with clouds above 3,000 feet and visibility greater than 5 nm. We hope you enjoy this video and encourages you do try one of most fun things you can do with an aircraft carrier.

With the upcoming release of DCS: Supercarrier later in May 2020, we offer the unscripted video instruction of creating a mission using DCS: Supercarrier.

After purchasing DCS: Supercarrier, you may have questions of how to install it, select a mission to fly from it, and takeoff in your first experience. This Quick Start video is designed to walk you through those first steps into virtual combat naval aviation.

We know that most of our modules have steep learning curves. Aircraft such as the MiG-15 Fagot, F-86F Sabre, F-5E Tiger II and the L-39 Albatros can bridge the gap. During the event, we encourage you to spend time gaining knowledge and expertise. Don’t forget that if you really like one of our products, you will benefit from a 50% discount until from the 13th of May till the 27th of May, should you wish to make a purchase.




This week we have been focussing with our external Beta Test friends on debugging multiplayer components for large servers, tuning the Landing Signal Officer station, revising AI landing behaviour, as well as enhancing final model textures and deck lighting.

See in Development Screenshots




The Raytheon AN/APG-73 radar is also used to map, navigate, locate and designate moving land and sea targets. Our initial AG radar release will include the Ground Map (MAP) mode with target designation. The EXP sub-modes will be added at a later date.

See in Development Screenshots

Thank you for your passion and support,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

A similar, slightly more limited but nevertheless substantial event is available. Fly the F/A-18C Hornet, F-16C Viper, A-10C Warthog, F-5E Tiger II, Persian Gulf Map and all DCS World War II products for free during a two-week period from April 19th to May 3rd. Between the 13th and 27th of May, a 50% discount on all DCS World Steam products will be available.

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The undercarriage is being tuned for accurate ground-steering. The engine cooling, exhaust systems and turbocharger are in final testing.

External model
Much of the final detailing has been done to finish the aircraft exterior. The forward section of the cockpit has been seriously revised and those changes are quite visible in the screenshots.

Cockpit night lighting
The instrument luminescence decay after UV light was implemented for all cockpit indicators and cockpit markings.

See in Development Screenshots




We would like to take this opportunity to share the growing realism of ground operations. We encourage you to explore newly released World War II battle-ready assets. We have a long way to go and your feedback, as a community helps contribute to the future of DCS World.

Control Ground Ops with DCS Combined Arms

Thank you again for your commitment, passion and support.

Eagle Dynamics

This week we would like to bring your special attention to Rotary Wing Aircraft. Fly the UH-1H Huey, SA342 Gazelle, Ka-50 Black Shark and the Mi-8MTV2 for free and get ready for the Mi-24P.

Check out Helicopters



External model and cockpit texturing
The detail in all respects of the external model is coming along very well.

Aft crew station
Cockpit instrument panels and other control systems animation are being programmed.

Mapping Display
The feature set is in the final stages of the definition.

Flight Model
Good progress is being made. Once the final touches have been delivered on the DCS: P-47 Thunderbolt Early Access, the full focus will go onto the Mi-24P.

See in Development Screenshots





Download Combined Arms and WWII Assets Pack to experience the growing realism of our ground combat operations. We are still far away from where we want to be in this area of DCS but you may be surprised with the progress we have achieved. The following units are fully operable with the addition of two new tanks;

AC Sd.Kfz 234/2 Puma
AG StuG III Ausf. G
AG StuG IV
CT Centaur IV
CT Cromwell IV
HIT Churchill VII
HT Pz.Kpfw VI Ausf B Tiger II
HT Pz.Kpfw VI Tiger I
MT Pz.Kpfw IV Ausf H
MT Pz.Kpfw V panther Ausf G
MT Sherman M4
MT Sherman M4A4 Firefly
TD Elefant Sd.Kfz.184
TD Jagdpanther G1
TD Jagdpanzer IV
TD M10 GMC

Take control of Ground Ops with DCS Combined Arms

Thank you again for your commitment, passion and support.

Eagle Dynamics