Kiowa Warrior

“With the help of the pilots we are currently evaluating details, which also includes the refinement and corrections of the avionics system of the aircraft. During the coming weeks, we hope to integrate the moving map feature to the avionics and also finetune the weapons and the flight model of the Hellfire missiles and will integrate another rocket type, that we have not shown or talked about yet, that will make it possible to properly engage infantry and light armoured vehicle units in DCS World.

During the past months we have also worked on certain aspects of the flight model that either needed corrections or refinements. For example, the torque values of forward flight at all possible altitudes, speeds and temperatures. Currently, we are working on the hover torque requirements to accurately mimic real aircraft as closely as possible. We are also looking at the flight characteristics below ETL, effective translational lift.

Performance pages have recently been added to the DCS Kiowa Warrior MFD, which will enable you to ask the system to calculate your power for certain flight envelopes in level and hover flight. Night vision has also been added, which we plan to update prior to release with a new feature never before seen in DCS World Helicopters, but we do not want to reveal anything yet, because we can not yet foresee obstacles we may come across that might delay such a special night vision feature. We are confident that on release, we will have realised the most accurate Kiowa Warrior representation in the game market.

At the moment we have 19 US Army liveries of various Kiowa Warrior troops, these include older aircraft markings. 16 Croatian army liveries were added as well, which is the complete fleet of the Kiowa Warriors they operate, including the tail number 327 that crashed on the 27th of January 2020 and resulted in the unfortunate loss of the aircraft and crew. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the crew.

Since everyone was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, our production has slowed down a bit during the past weeks, because we as a team were also affected. Nevertheless we are back to normal again and our team is back to normal status because we have the desire to keep our promise for a release in 2020, which also includes the time required for the quality verification process by Bell Helicopters. That said, we are also currently working on 3 stand-alone campaigns for the DCS Kiowa Warrior.

Finally we hope everyone stays safe and is excited for the release of DCS: Kiowa Warrior.”

Your Polychop Simulation Team

Check out new work in progress screenshots

Voice Chat

We continue to work on improving the functionality of Voice Chat in DCS World.

At the moment, testing is underway to add player rooms and the ability to invite friends for private communication. In addition, the automatic creations of rooms between the crew of one aircraft (intercom) and the ability to create special missions rooms for coalition forces. This is done through the scripting trigger system function when creating missions. It is useful when specific communication channels are needed with air traffic control, sub-channels within squadrons and with ground crew. These features are planned for release in the upcoming updates.

Following the update, the Voice Chat Development Team will be focussing on the integration of radio device voice communication in the game. We understand that this function is highly demanded and greatly appreciate your patience whilst we work on it.

Summer Sale

We have been working with our internal and external beta testing teams in order to locate and squash bugs. Recent fixes include:

During a cold start, refuelling now confirms, so that the rearm process can continue.
Fixed right engine RPM failure when using AutoStart in cold weather conditions.
Auto Laser timer and TTI will display only when the bomb is dropped.
The Radar Altimeter warning, SAI and ADI no longer freeze after repair.
Launching from the catapult no longer turns external lights off.

These bug fixes are part of a larger update to the DCS: F/A-18C Hornet and we look forward to sharing the progress with you soon. With the Summer Sale 2020 in full swing, make sure to take advantage of the 50% discount on our EShop.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Kind regards,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

Bug Spray

After the last two Open Beta (OB) releases, we received motivating feedback from our community pertaining to issues in need of immediate attention. We have logged and are actively tracking over 2,500 bugs. In the last week, we have squashed close to 283 bugs and will continue this pace for the next two weeks.

We have decided to change the release schedule of DCS World Open Beta in order to allow for more detailed Quality Assurance and testing periods, but most importantly for our team to fix bugs and enhance performance.

DCS World Open Beta 2.5.6.50979 changelog

WWII Radars

The Freya radar was an early warning system developed by the Germans and technically more advanced than the British Chain Home, but less efficient. Because of it’s smaller size it was semi-mobile. However due to its complexity, only 1,000 units were produced.

The low-band 53cm wavelength Würzburg radar was the primary ground based radar for the Wehrmacht’s Luftwaffe. During the war, the Freya and Würzburg pair made for excellent ‘spot and track’ systems capable of determining enemy aircraft range and altitude.

The Würzburg-Riese known as the Giant Würzburg was developed based on the same circuitry and featured a much larger 7.4m antenna and more powerful transmitter able to provide up to 70 kilometers of range. The Würzburg-Riese was used to direct pilots towards incoming aircraft. Over 50,000 bombers were traced and shot down using these radars. They are significant corner stones and mark the beginning or electronic warfare.

We are excited to share our progress and look forward to your battle reenactments using these models and the countermeasure tactics needed to cope with German radar coverage.

Check out Development Screenshots

Steam Edition

We are pleased to announce the Summer Sale 2020 has begun and will end on the 9th of July at 10:00 PST.

We believe in inspiring the next generation of aviators. Bearing this in mind, the DCS: L-39 Albatros includes both the L-39C trainer and the L-39ZA weaponised version, making it an ideal entry point. Take advantage of the 50% discount and download the L-39 Albatros for only $29.99.

We hope this will be a fantastic opportunity for you to land some great deals.

Thank you again for you passion and support,

Kind regards,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

Both their aircraft are available with free trial access from the 19th of June 00:00 UTC until the 25th of June 10:00 PST.

The Grumman F-14 Tomcat is a two-crew, variable wing-geometry, naval air superiority fighter. It has a highly-detailed cockpit and external model that has been built using laser scanning and photogrammetry taken from real, museum F-14 Tomcats.

The AJS-37 Viggen was the backbone of the Swedish Airforce during the Cold War. It includes an advanced RM-8A jet engine modelling with thrust reverser, compressor surges and stalls. Sophisticated high-resolution air-to-ground radar technology modelling of the PS-37/A radar that uses multiple radar amplifications and filter settings, obstacle detection mode, memory mode and Air-to-Air mode. It is an excellent module with superb low-level performance and maritime strike capabilities.

For feedback and discussion please visit this thread.






We are working on upgrading the schedule of DCS World Open Beta releases and the approach we use for release preparation and delivery and look forward to sharing more information with you soon.

This week we primarily pushed DCS: F-14B by Heatblur Simulations hotfixes in preparation for the free trial event.

Last week we ran into some difficulties with busy multiplayer servers in DCS World. We are aware of all these issues and are working to provide a more bug-free and reliable environment. We have also been working on virtual reality performance issues.





As the weather heats up in the northern hemisphere, we are pleased to announce the DCS World Summer Sale 2020. For our Pilots who fly in the DCS World Steam Edition, the Summer Sale will start on the 25th of June 10:00 PST and finish on the 9th of July 10:00 PST.

The F-14 Tomcat by Healtblur Simulations will have a 17% discount. The JF-17 Thunder by Deka Ironworks will have: $15.00 USD discount on our E-shop and will receive a 20% discount on Steam.

All Campaigns by Reflected Simulations will have a 25% discount:
Spitfire LF Mk.IX The Big Show Campaign
Bf 109 K-4 Jagdflieger Campaign
P-51D: The Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney Campaign
F-86F Hunters over the Yalu Campaign

Some exceptions from the Summer Sale include our most recent releases and Early Access Modules, which will continue to benefit from the 20% EA discount:
DCS: P-47D Thunderbolt: 20% off
DCS: The Channel: 20% off
DCS: Supercarrier: 20% off

We hope that this will be a valuable opportunity for you to add some serious stuff to your hangar and expand your knowledge of DCS World.

Check Modules

Thank you again for all your passion and support.

Kind regards,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

This week we pushed DCS 2.5.6.50979 Open Beta

Crash on Server Stop - fixed.

Mirror toggles now correctly on/off with keyboard or joystick button when the option is set to OFF in the game UI. Previously it was only working correctly when using clickable cockpit.
Added default key combination for Trigger Safety Catch UNLOCK, Trigger Safety Catch LOCK, Stores Release Guard OPEN and Stores Release Guard CLOSE of front cockpit for both C-101EB and C-101CC.
Fixed C-101EB-Nevada-takeoff mission. There should be no AI mid-air collision.

Possible fix for crash in CLC.
Laser Maverick does not see Laser spot on a building - fixed.

Merged Reverted trim descriptions for Yak-52 in localization (RU).
Updated Russian manual (Quick Start part added).

RWR buttons not properly lit - fixed.

Complete lighting overhaul and readjustment.
Fixed annunciator lights not being visible.
Fixed green dot showing in HUD.
Tweaked flood light intensity.
Tweaked value of remaining daylight required to spawn with cockpit lights on - will be generally later in the day now.
Fixed vertical panels not changing light intensity in sync with other panels.
Changed red flood lights to dim per default when spawning at dusk or night.
HSD, ECMD and TID brightness start with lower values when spawning at dusk or night.
Fixed Lantirn panel lights appearing without the Lantirn stick being visible.
Fixed exterior lighting bugs.
Tweaked canopy glass cockpit and exterior.
Fixed Jester infinite input loop during TWS-A.
Added possibility to load 10 Mk20 Rockeyes. Note: MAK-79 is still WIP and not visible atm.
Finished Kneel Switch solenoid behavior.
Minor tweaks to flaps overspeed/overG and flaps jamming.
Tweaked asymmetric flap roll.
Adjusted fine trim single step intensity (trim should be more precise now).
Known issue: ACM Panel SW Cool, Gun rate, Missile Prep and Missile Mode lights do not change intensity with ACM panel lighting intensity setting - WIP.

This week we pushed DCS 2.5.6.50726 Open Beta, and DCS 2.5.6.50793 Open Beta.

Improved DCS startup time
Fixed crash on AIM-120 seeker
AI soldiers shoot through walls - fixed
ME. Su-33. Decrease default fuel to 50%
Fast mission generator crash in 2.5.6 branch - fixed
AJS-37 and JF-17 spawned in Senaki hangars with wrong heading - fixed
S_EVENT_ENGINE_SHUTDOWN not triggered for clients - fixed
MP. Fixed occasional IC failing even if no user-mods are installed
MP. More fixes for server list empty if IPv6 is disabled in Windows
GAI: Column not completely following route - fixed
HUD intensity corrected for non FC3 aircraft

Added RSBN navigation data for The Channel's airfields
Added RSBN navigation data for Persian Gulf's newly added airfields
Fixed the canopy lock sequence from users having to lock and then unlock to open the canopy after it was unlocked the first time
Fixed a bug where the NS430 module turns off when the afterburner is engaged
Fixed non-rotating turbine blades
Adjusted suspension to prevent the tires digging in below the ground
Fixed dashboard from protruding out of the windscreen
Fixed ejected pilot and seat missing textures
Fixed Southeria & Iran’s missing textures
Fixed damaged parts’ missing textures
Fixed critical damage shape on tail
Fixed dorsal fuel tank from disappearing after taking damage
Reverted file names for SPRD-99 and POMIG 3d meshes.
Adjusted rear belly antenna from looking metallic on metal liveries
Adjusted color of PTB-490/800 fuel tanks
Adjusted tilt angle of PTB-490/800 on the center pylon
Introduction of Phase 1 Cockpit includes:
New ASP and Windscreen 3d meshes (WIP)
Volumetric lighting for gauges added (WIP)
Cleaner canopy glass
Corrected stenciling’s lighting (Some changed to glow in the dark)
Chronometer now glows in the dark
Note: “Phase 1” cockpit is a work in progress build, that needed to be pushed to fix the large gaps with the released “Phase 1” external model. The volumetric lights for the gauges are new and we ask for your feedback regarding any FPS loss.
Lights are tuned at max for dawn/dusk settings. When it’s complete darkness, users must switch indicator lights to night mode and set other lights’ rheostats to a non-max position.

Fixed bright lights in the cockpit
Yaw damping tuned
Correction Cx0
P-47 motor power tweak
Fixed wrong caption of canopy jettison tooltip
Propeller looks incorrect in the runway spotlight

Added Supercarrier version for cold start Cage the Bear campaign - thank you Kaba! (replaces old carrier cold start version)
Fixed wind direction in Debridging the River Inguri SP and COOP mission
Fixed inverted warning panel on Jolly Rogers Hi Vis livery
Fixed IFF showing for non aerial vehicles (ships)
Added Ticonderoga and Arleigh Burke as NTDS (datalink host) capable
Adjusted flaps drag and damage model
Adjusted pitch damping
Corrected kneel switch animation
Adjusted flaps pitch moment
Adjusted pitch trim actuator rate
Adjusted pitch with power

Fix to Rb05 Fusing

Improved turn indicator accuracy in standard conditions (30 degrees of bank), both in C-101EB and C-101CC
Rate of turn pointer in turn indicator of C-101CC shows now a two minutes turn when on the mark
Improved inclinometer (slipball): adjusted it's behavior according to installation position and physical parameters (ball mass, tube size, tube radius of curvature and viscous drag)
Fixed J-11A landing/taxi light
Fixed JF-17 dragchute model after cut-off
Adjust navy ship wsType3, now helicopter can born in cold on deck

Fixed SPJ not work issue
Fixed DTOS mode releases all bombs issue
Adjust initial gain for AG radar RBM
Fix rain reflected light intensity
Add specular reflections for dynamic lights

Litening pod
Add on HUD No-Action Slewing indication (segmented TD box)
HUD Conflict Between FLIR and TMR/IN RNG/MAV LKD - fixed
SLAM video not switching on sometimes - fixed
AIM-120 launch in LTWS or TWS gives RWR launch warning to the target in MP - fixed
AGM-65F When uncaged slew close to designated point but not close enough - fixed
TDC scan altitude readout changes as the radar goes through each individual bar - fixed
Fixed the azimuthal scan indication in MAP mode after a hot start
Add The sounds for throttle (throttle lims/throttle transition from Idle to Off and back/from mil to AB and back)
SLAM TOO data from TPOD can be transferred to PP - fixed
If user uses ground power only no stores information is shown in DDI - fixed

Radar elevation coverage is wrong - fixed
No HUD steerpoint indications for preset steerpoints - fixed
TDC range numbers don't change when antenna elevation changes - fixed
HUD symbology is barely visible in daylight - fixed
Added french F-16 localization
TGP TV picture has extremely high brightness - fixed

Fixed language in the Fast missions

Lights inside "FIRE <eng> PULL", "FIRE <APU> PULL" & landing gear handles were too dim - corrected
Brightness of some lights in the cockpit was too high - corrected

Added multichannel tracking radar for SAM + Aegis for navy
Fixed ineffectiveness SAM Sea RAM to ASM

Corrected lights in the cockpits of next aircraft: Yak-52, Su-25, Su-25T, MiG-29, A-10A, F-86F, L-39C, L-39ZA, A-10C, MiG-15bis, P-51D-25NA, P-51D-30NA, TF-51D, UH-1H, F-15C, F-5E
F-15C cockpit. Warning lights animation corrected
Added adaptive self-illuminating materials in the cockpit of A-10A, Su-25T, Su-25

Mission 10: Added a radio call which can be used after ALPHA has been deployed and have issues with path finding

Bf 109 K-4 Jagdflieger, P-51D Mustang Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney and Spitfire IX The Big Show campaigns by Reflected Simulations:
Campaigns updated to include the AI P-47 Thunderbolt


S-3B unable to launch SLAM - fixed
Embarking group disappears from F10 map - fixed
DM. Aircraft insensibility to damage by weapons - fixed
MP. Improved integrity check reports

Radar elevation coverage is incorrect - fixed

Added wheel chock function
Fixed external glass material name
Fixed nose cone animation
Fixed ejection seat visibility
Fixed aircraft covers showing during ejection sequence
Fixed artificial horizon pitch animation
Fixed ASP glass texture z-fighting its frame
Fixed 'English - Metric' and 'Chinese' cockpit liveries
Fixed key bindings for the RSBN / PRMG channel selectors
Fixed key bindings for the ARU and landing light switches

We are glad to announce that DCS: Syria is approaching it’s final stages of development. This map covers most of the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, it includes several climatic zones and territories of 5 states - Syria, Israel, Lebanon, Turkey and Jordan.

Since the times of Ancient Egypt, the Roman and Ottoman empires, large-scale wars were fought across these lands. Thousands of years ago these battles were fought with swords and arrows, today these areas have become the theatres of grandiose air combat.

During the Arab-Israeli confrontation, Soviet MiGs, American Phantoms and French Mirages fought here. And today almost the entire arsenal of DCS combat aircraft and helicopters rises into the sky above this territory.

DCS Syria will bring 32 aerodromes including the international airports of Damascus, Beirut, Adana and Haifa.

Check out the Ancient Palmyra districts development screenshots.






We have been enhancing the core of DCS World. With your feedback and the release of DCS: The Channel, we have been able to streamline texture and save game pre-loading. We are still working on the F/A-18C Hornet and F-16C Viper features and will share more information at a later date.

For this Open Beta Update, our focus has been on some earlier DCS World modules, with the aim of setting the standard across our range of modules. Various Second World War campaigns by Reflected Simulations have been updated and now include the P-47D Thunderbolt as an AI aircraft. This includes the LF Mk.IX Spitfire The Big Show Campaign.

The F-14B Tomcat by Heatblur Simulations has received aerodynamic updates and increased compatibility with DCS: Supercarrier.

The MiG-21bis first phase cockpit build was pushed to fix bugs in the external model. The volumetric lights for the gauges are new and we look forward to your feedback regarding any FPS loss.

You can read the full changelog here






The McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) DCS: AV-8B Night Attack V/STOL is a single-engine ground-attack aircraft of the second generation Harrier Jump Jet family.

The Spanish and Italian Navy both actively operate the AV-8B V/STOL. The Night Attack was first seen causing real havoc with the United States Marine Corps during the Gulf War of 1991. Since then it has served in multiple large operations, most notably the Iraq War of 2003 where 60 AV-8Bs were involved in over 2,000 sorties and enabled 24-hour ground force support. The marvellous machine continues to provide exceptional realism and withholds many features a Hornet Pilot could only dream of.

Capable of vertical or short takeoff and landing (V/STOL), the Anglo-American development is the perfect addition to your aircraft-carrier compatible modules.

Check out the AV-8B Night Attack


Thank you again for your passion and support,


Kind regards,

The Eagle Dynamics Team

DCS: The Channel Map is now available in Early Access. Our map of the South East of England and North Eastern France encompasses historical airfields, urban areas, roads and railways, ports and other features that make it the perfect setting for the World War II air war in Europe between 1940 and 1945.

This highly detailed map also provides a wonderful opportunity to mass deploy ground assets and to re-enact epic air battles and enjoy ground operations not yet seen in DCS World.

Take advantage of Early Access 20% discount on DCS World Map: The Channel







This week we Introduce the heavyweight Republic P-47D Thunderbolt, which first took to the skies in May, 1941. Nicknamed the Jug, it was a real workhorse of the Allied victory, weighing nearly twice as much as the British Spitfire. Fully loaded, it could deliver about half the payload of a B-17 Flying Fortress.

The P-47D was popular amongst pilots, with an astounding safety record, a roomy cockpit and an enhanced visibility bubble canopy. The Republic Aviation factories in New York, Indiana and Buffalo assembled 15,600 units between 1942 and 1945. The Pratt & Whitney R-2800-59 Double Wasp radial engine enabled the Juggernaut to keep up with the nimble and lightning-fast North American P-51D Mustang. Thunderbolts were sent to Britain, France and even the Soviet Union, where they largely served in interceptor roles.

The new DCS: P-47 Thunderbolt is designed to work on the latest DCS World 2.5.6 and is not compatible with previous versions. It takes advantage of our latest graphics and texture technology, enabling you to push the limits of your system, whilst maintaining good frame rates.

We hope you will enjoy this update to the World War II era product range and look forward to your constructive feedback, which helps us deliver better products.

Make sure you take advantage of the Early Access 20% discount.







As stated in previous news, we have spent a lot of time performing Computational Fluid Dynamics research. Almost 250 different calculations for every missile variant have been made. Our results have enabled us to simulate aerodynamic characteristics with a much higher level of accuracy.

In contrast to the old missile dynamics model, the new one includes stability and control characteristics. We have calculated missile mechanical properties such as center of gravity and moment of inertia before ignition and after burnout. More major updates include; revised data for rocket motor performance, ballistics and range. Development of a velocity-altitude adaptive autopilot. Frequency response with the addition of deflection acceleration feedback. The construction of the electromechanical fin actuator assembly and Step response reaction control system. Autopilot and lofted trajectory for long-range shots.

Please read the full air-to-air missile development report







We would like to thank everyone who participated in the F/A-18C Hornet roadmap poll. It has helped us plan the next list of deliverables for 2020. Read the full list of features here.

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.

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.

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 video here.

We hope that these videos help you learn the new features of the F/A-18C and look forward to your feedback.


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

The Eagle Dynamics Team

DCS: P-47D Thunderbolt by Eagle Dynamics
DCS: The Channel map by Eagle Dynamics

Introduced a new flight dynamics model of AIM-120 missiles. In contrast to the old missile dynamics model the new one includes revised lift and drag, revised induced drag and motor data. Added stability and control characteristics, velocity-altitude adaptive autopilot and modified lofting trajectories.
AIM-7. Improved loft algorithm. Loft pitch angle now depends on range to target. Added simulation of English Bias maneuver during boost phase of flight.
AIM-7. F and MH versions use old FM - fixed(was caused by database conflict by F-14B AIM-7 definitions).
Introduce new AGM-84E Standoff Land Attack Missile (SLAM). This is a subsonic, over-the-horizon, air-launched cruise missile with new route by waypoints autopilot, INS + GPS, sensor guidance and F/A-18C integration.
ME. Incorrect AIM-9X Mission Editor icon - corrected.
ME. Neutral unit can now be placed by ME. Added filter by button COMBAT/ALL countries. The ALL position shows all countries, including neutrals. Support of old missions is maintained.
GUI. Loading window pictures doesn't show for some modules - fixed.
MP. Ammunition reloading in Combined Arms can cause server and client crash - fixed.
GUI. DCS restarts after selecting current screen resolution in options - fixed.
M61 Vulcan gun dispersion corrected.
MP. Client can now embark troops correctly
AI wingman remains on the runway after group landing - fixed.

Fix to long ELINT-analysis time (crash when setting BER after landing).
Filename sanitization for F10-cartridges.
Implemented proximity fuses (MARK and LUFT) for Rb05 missile.
Added diagonal control bindings for controlling Rb05 missile.

Fixed typo in Carrier Quals CVN-73 Quickstart mission name.
Re-added Supercarrier Coop missions for Carrier Quals.
Fixed version mismatch that may have caused several smaller issues.
Fixed kneel switch behavior: aircraft will not spawn kneeled anymore and a simple down-press of the switch to kneel the aircraft will not prevent using NWS if extended again. (Solenoid holdback is still WIP and will be added in the next patches).
Adjusted flap drag while overspeeding with full flaps deployed.
Fixed fuel flow fluctuation caused by inlet performance discontinuity when AOA crosses from 180 to -180 degrees at low speeds

Added VR device tracking support (WIP)
Corrected ASP fixed net and piper illumination levels for day and night operations.
Decreased radio-altimeter hot-start value from 200 m to 100 m.
Tuned SAU and autopilot. (WIP)
Fixed KPP glideslope needle.
Fixed landing gear lock sound.
Fixed lights' switch axis in clickables.lua by adding 2 new commands for light controls.
Added switch operation for air conditioning. (no use in game, visual only)
Phase 1 Livery Template released.
Phase 1 External Model Changes Include:
Added overwing vapor effects. (WIP)
Updated GSH-23 muzzle flash, smoke, tracer effects. (WIP)
Updated canopy & windscreen.
Updated PVD-7, DUAS-5 pitot tubes.
Updated gear bay upper fuselage blisters.
Updated dorsal fuel tank.
Updated vertical stabilizer.
Updated lower wing root covers.
Updated SPRD-99 / POMIG mounts.
Updated taxi/landing light glass lenses.
Added afterburner volumetric light effects. (WIP)
Adjusted afterburner flame to be seen in daylight hours and added shock diamonds.
Adjusted landing / taxi light brightness
Fixed AI non-retracting landing / taxi lights.
Fixed gear strut lights to turn off when the battery is switched off.
Fixed nav lights from turning white while viewing from long distances.
Adjusted drag chute animation and associated collision shell.
Fixed TacNumbers from all changing at the same time.
Converted all 8K livery textures to separate numerous 1, 2, and 4K textures.
Adjusted all livery camouflages to match Phase 1 airframe. (courtesy of Joshua Pemberton)
Adjusted & added RoughMet textures to numerous areas.
Adjusted & added Normal Map textures to numerous areas.
Corrected Russian spelling of livery stenciling. (courtesy of LazySeal [P61]).
Removed Croatian 2014 and Hungarian liveries. (Unable to contact original artist for PSD files)
Merged cockpit textures into atlas.
Merged pilot textures into atlas.
Updated SPRD-99's 3d mesh & added RoughMet texture.
Added RoughMet textures to missile launcher rails.
Added RoughMet texture to POMIG chaff & flare dispensers.
Corrected size of external 490L drop tank. (courtesy of SVKSniper & GumidekCZ)
Corrected size of external 800L drop tank.
Created new drop tank textures.
Reduced destroyed 3d mesh's 8K textures to 4K.
Adjusted damage table properties.

Added VR device tracking support (WIP)
Tuned engine torque characteristics.
Tuned engine gyroscopic effects.
Tuned propwash effects.
Tuned P-factor effects.
Tuned aircraft stability to retain previously matched capabilities and performance
Improved suspension code, allowing the aircraft to takeoff and land on some grass surfaces
Implemented instrument panel gauge oscillations / vibration depending on engine state and external factors (related to aircraft movement)
Implemented over-priming the engine with more than 5 pumps may flood the engine.
Known issues:

Propeller rotation animation.
Bright lights.

Engine idle now waits 5 seconds of weight on wheels before going from flight idle to ground idle
Fixed gear was able to retract through keyboard commands after emergency gear handle deployed
Improved afterburner glow effect behavior

Fix IFR Probe responding to switch command without hydraulic power available
Fixed cockpit alerts (cautions, voice warnings, maneuver tone, RWR alerts, weapon tones) to properly go through headphone/headset source
Fixed incorrect RPM bias due to H2O mode working with Manual Fuel enabled
Fixed H2O dump not functioning
Fixed 2x Right MK-82 AIR incorrectly set as MK-82 Snakeyes
Fixed MK-81 positioning
Overhaul to WCA and Voice Warning logic for better management of fault acknowledgement and priority
Fixed 15 SEC solid vs. flashing logic
Further improved GPWS cues
Improved auto-start sequence to give more time for cues to be heard through sequence
Fixed DEP RES should only show when degraded not when in operation
Fixed SKID should cause CAUTION CAUTION when Anti-Skid is OFF
Fixed required time between BINGO auditory warning to be 60 seconds
Fixed required time between FUEL LOW LEFT or FUEL LOW RIGHT auditory warning to be 60 seconds
Fixed required time between GPWS CHECK GEAR auditory warning to be 8 seconds
Improved JPTL limiter check logic
Fixed WCA for SAAHS Pitch, Roll, Yaw light not properly indicated SAAHS is disabled when paddle switch pressed
Fixed WCA for LIDS when position disagrees with nominal position (either due to retract override switch or hydraulic failure)
Fix voltmeter always stuck at 27.5V - during checklist voltmeter should now change during checklist tests
Fixed logic for DROOP light to go out during full aileron deflection per checklists

Fixed animations and connector commands so that canopy can be opened and closed manually through clicks
Fixed keyboard canopy open/close command delay
Fixed keyboard canopy open/close command to have proper sequence
Corrected EUP-53 instrument behavior for turn indicator
Added flame out conditions due to air flow issues caused by deep stall and or tail slide
Added aileron failure and damage due to excessive roll rate at high speed
Increased R-3S structural load tolerance
Decrease structural load tolerance at very high speeds
Increased buffet vibrations when near stall
Fixed damage argument for right flap and aileron

Improved 3D model of cross and dot window in HSI.
Fixed external lights. Landing and taxi lights beam looks correct now.
Braking is now without anti-skid when using parking brake.
Fixed flaps extension and retraction speeds.
Improved slipball behaviour with new physics model.
Adjusted some landing gear parameters. There are more chances now to move out when the aircraft is on ground out of runway.
Reduced wheels strengthness.

Fixed Anti-Collision light not blink
Copying non-editable DST channels data to editable channels will cause the latter no longer editable - fixed.
Fixed DST channel copy caused non-editable channel
Fixed CCRP line and cue are incorrect disabled in DTOS
Fixed WMD7 pod external view: should set seeker to Caged state after initialization.
Fixed S2_left cycle radar submode in EMMC NAV mode, will depend on radar main mode:
radar in INTC main mode, cycle between RWS/TWS/VS;
radar in AG main mode, cycle between MAP/GMTI/SEA1/SEA2/TA/WA/AGR;
press OSB_U1 for main/sub mode select(INTC/AG only, DGFT mode cannot manually select);
Fixed GUN RDY state
Removed SPJ pod station limitation, but if mounted more, jam power will be reduced drastically.
Switch to new AG radar render API
Added SPI/OAP on HSD in AG mode
Added customized effect for start-up flame/smoke
Added starter exhaust door animation
Implemented engine surge due to flying out of operational limits or missile/rocket smoke trails.
Added engine surge effects and sound
Added customised effect of vapor cone
Updated campaigns: added brief images for C01-C06, fixed some triggers, C06 operation time: day->night

Fixed J-11A windshield texture
Fixed J-11A brake chute texture
Added starter exhaust door animation for JF-17 AI
Added customized effect of start-up flame for JF-17 AI
Added overwing vapor for J-11A

Add Real Beam Ground Map with Navigation Stabilized Cursor Designation -WIP.
Litening Targeting Pod:
updates for LTD/R and LST (laser), automatic laser illumination.
add AA Mode.
Issue in logic and symbols in AA and AG modes were fixed.
Add AGM-84E SLAM
Fixed Dynamic launch zone, AUTO mode for JDAM
Fixed FLIR video on ALT+F1 view
AOA Brightness knob has no effect on indicator - Fixed
TACAN has wrong position on HSI - Fixed
EXP on SA page shows blank - Fixed
ACM legend doesn't disappear and range selection arrows don't return after uncommanded ACM lock break - Fixed
DUD cue is in the wrong position in the HUD - Fixed
Using JDAM TOO mode causes the target diamond to get stuck in the HUD - Fixed
GACQ issues after radar rework - fixed
TDC radar altitude readout does not update with antenna elevation change - Fixed
Radar scan elevation limit overflow- Fixed

Added ability to create new waypoints.
Low altitude, Low fuel, High speed wobbling - fixed

IFLOLs helper visibility fixed.
New soundtrack for game GUI.
Uncontrolled AI affected by mission planner on super carrier only - fixed.
Player appears on the wrong Kuznecov if he doesn't have a module - fixed.

Fixed issue with negative G fuel cut out (known issue with blackout with negative G still there)

Game avionics. ABRIS and IT-23 overlays on F2 view are not functional - fixed.
Ka-50 Georgian Oil War Campaign, fixed by MadDog-IC. Updated the briefing target images, by Alex Zander (gornyak).
Ka-50 Deployment Campaign. Corrected parking conflict of player with wingman.

F-5E Aggressors Basic Fighter Maneuvers Campaign by Maple Flag Missions:

Adjusted AI vehicles to avoid aircraft collisions.
F-5E Aggressors ACM Campaign Files by Maple Flag:

Added Skip Mission F10 radio menu to practice missions
Known issues
New AIM-120 can not lock targets if launched without radar lock (Maddog launch).
German Schnellboot type S130 caused DCS crash.

In this video, we would like to update you on the status of our F-16C Viper and instruct you on the upcoming ability to create new steerpoints in the INS navigation system database.

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