Mission 2 – Fixed messed up parking stands at Akrotiri
Mission 3 Outro – Fixed AAA not firing

All missions are adapted to the latest update of the Syria map.

All missions – Ensured correct gun load out. Elevated EPLRS task to hopefully fix Datalink issues.
M2 – Fixed UGLY 5-2 issue. Updated Freq change trigger.
M4 – Fixed CH-47 crashing on take off
M6 – Fixed issue with Foghorn approaching Apache and causing fratricide at mission start. Added message to explain cockpit door opening at mission start.
M7 – Fixed typo in Dim line. Fixed issue with engagement timings. Added/adjusted engagement messages to clear up confusion on when targets can be destroyed.
M8 – Fixed initial engagement issues with AI. Added flares to helo point. Updated MGRS coords.
M9 – Fixed incorrect CLEAR ENGINE START message.
M10 – Fixed CH-47s not pushing to pick up ground troops post mission. Updated Freq change trigger.
M12 – Fixed incorrect JTAC freq set by Foghorn.

Mission 02. Repair of Checkpoint Foxtrot VHF Beacon
Mission 04. Fixed non-functional mission complete trigger. Added additional fallback trigger for insurgent boats. Corrected spelling errors.
Mission 05. Added missing F10 map marker for the refugee ship. Set the VHF radio to off for hotstart - no more annoying beep beep during briefing. Added new savegame/checkpoint file in case of mission fail for airstart.
Mission 06. Corrected spelling errors.
Mission 07. Added cutscene (was previously missing) -> If you already reached mission 8 it may cause a reset of your campaign progress, sorry.
Mission 09. Updated kneeboard, wrong freq. for Badger
Mission 11. Updated kneeboard, wrong picture for LZ. Corrected & added additional fallback trigger for the northern truck stop scene.
Mission 14.1 & 14.2. Edit automatic mission load at the end. (End Credits)
Mission 16. Added new Bonus Mission - Operation Redeemer - will be unlocked by watching the credits. Added Coop & CH-47F version of bonus mission into campaign folder - Play the mission with your friends. Added Mission 16 Pdf Briefing into docs folder.

Added F/A-18C liveries
Mission 4 – In-game briefing chart was missing – fixed

Multiple versions of Agile Spear showing in the Campaign menu of DCS World. - Fixed. My bad. Thank you Nineline.
Mission 7 - Unable to score 100 points. Scoring fixed.
Mission 8 - Unable to complete the entire mission. Fixed. Thanks PheonixFC3.
Mission 10 - Pig Flight not starting and following. Fixed. Thank you CptJocco
Mission 11 - JTAC not lasing, Pigs not attacking when ordered. Fixed. Thank you ornitus.
NOTE. Mission 8 into A-10C campaign is required A-10C II module.

Updates to fix issues from changes to Syria map.

Updates to fix issues from changes to Syria map.

Added failsafe trigger for Forge 3 egress

Mission 4: ‘End Mission’ button not working fixed.

Mission 5 & 12: LGB fusing re-saved

M02 - Smoke now rejoins better at mission start. Smoke now cuts away correctly. RTB Tanker issues resolved.
M03 - Tanking issues resolved. Exxon TACAN fixed. Mission complete Splash Art fixed

Design your own custom livery for the DCS: Mi-24P Hind and if your entry stands out, it could be officially added to DCS! All liveries must be based on a paint scheme prior to 2018. Good luck!

Prizes:

• 1st Place: $100 DCS ED Miles + 1 Free Eagle Dynamics Module + Livery added to the module.
  
• 2nd Place: $50 DCS ED Miles + Livery added to the module.
  
• 3rd Place: $25 DCS ED Miles + Livery added to the module.

How to Participate:
1. Create Your Livery:
- Design a unique and exciting livery for the DCS: Mi-24P Hind using the official template provided.

2. Submit Your Entry:
- Entries should be submitted as a ZIP file containing your livery textures and a readme.txt file with your callsign, DCS username, and email address.

- Submit your livery via the competition submission page by simply replying to the thread. You can use an external link if the ZIP file size is too large.

3. Submission Format:
- Format: .PSD files only.
Include a minimum of three screenshots: front, side, and top views of your livery on the DCS: Mi-24P Hind.
- Maximum of three liveries per participant.

4. Voting and Judging:
- Entries will be judged on creativity, quality, and in-sim applicability.
- Finalists will be showcased on our forums for community viewing.
- Special attention to Soviet - Afghan era liveries will be made.

Rules and Guidelines:
• Original Work:
- The submitted liveries must be your original creation. Plagiarised designs will be disqualified.

• No Political Themes:
- To ensure that our competition remains a positive and inclusive event, liveries must not include any political symbols, flags, emblems, or themes. This includes national flags, political parties, slogans, or any imagery that may be interpreted as divisive or controversial. All entries must be based on a paint scheme prior to 2018.

• Cultural Respect:
- Avoid using offensive, inappropriate, or culturally insensitive imagery. We want this competition to celebrate creativity and the global DCS community in a positive and respectful manner.

• In-sim Usability:
- Liveries should be practical and functional for in-sim use. Entries should complement the realistic nature of DCS and liveries that are too outlandish or impractical may not be considered.

• Submission Deadline:
- All entries must be submitted by the 29th of November 2024 at 23:59 GMT. Late submissions will not be considered.

• Legal Notice:
- By submitting your livery, you grant Eagle Dynamics the right to use, modify, and feature your design in DCS, promotional materials, and official media channels.

• Announcement of Winners:
- The winners will be contacted and announced in the newsletter so stay tuned! We’re excited to see how you envision the Mi-24P Hind’s look on the battlefield! Good luck, and may the most creative and detailed design win!

Download Livery Template

For any questions or clarifications, please visit our forums or contact us.





The latest update for the DCS: F-4E Phantom II by Heatblur Simulations brought a range of exciting new features, missions, and improvements! The update introduces the thrilling Frog-7 Mini Campaign that is set in Syria (with optional Combined Arms features), as well as new instant action missions for Afghanistan.

JESTER AI has received a substantial navigation upgrade that allows in-flight INS updates and improved waypoint handling. Additionally, Heatblur has overhauled the Phantom's engine and canopy sounds for a more immersive experience, alongside new static object assets, backlighting improvements, and enhanced radar and RWR functionality including detection of active radar homing missiles and new handoff emitter sounds for the AIM-120, AIM-54, R-77, and Tornado.

Furthermore, Heatblur has fine-tuned weapon systems and added various new munitions, including German-specific bombs such as the BL755 and SAMP-250KG. The ACMI/TACTS pod has also been added, which is currently only visual. This update also includes improved mission editor tools, liveries, and a multitude of visual and functional enhancements to take your Phantom experience to the next level! Check out the full changelog and make sure to update your build now to enjoy all the latest additions.





Blu Games is a dedicated aviation enthusiasts channel and dives into realistic tactical DCS gameplay. As a founding member of the JTF Maddogs DCS squad, they fly both fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft several times a week on their dedicated server, creating a fun and semi-realistic tactical environment. Tune in this Friday for a chance to win ED Miles!

Blu Games ultimate goal is to inspire others to explore aviation careers and pursue their ambitions through engaging streams and content. Make sure you check out Blu Games YouTube channel and show some support!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

We're excited to bring you a new DCS update that features a variety enhancement and fixes across several DCS modules that both improves gameplay and realism. Last week we discussed some of the improvements coming to the F-16C Viper and F/A-18C, and these were included in this week’s update. Additionally you will find a wealth of enhancements for a variety of our modules including Combined Arms, Black Shark 3, MB-339A/PAN by IndiaFoxtEcho Visual Simulations, JF-17 by Deka Ironwork Simulations, and terrains including the South Atlantic, Kola, Syria, and Sinai maps. For more details on all the fabulous enhancements, please read the full changelog.







“Check out the September update video of the reworked map’s visuals and additional Finnish airfields. We greatly appreciate your role in bringing Kola to life and invite you to visit https://kola.orbxdirect.com/ to submit new improvements.” – Orbx Systems

Progress So Far
Compared to the initial release, the Kola map now has substantially improved natural terrain that includes a more detailed elevation mesh, summer and winter ground textures, vegetation, shorelines, lakes, and rivers. The initial focus area for airfields and infrastructure spans the Finland-Russia border regions, but we’ve also started adding more detail to parts of Norway and Sweden. If you were holding off on purchasing this wonderful map, now is the time to experience this epix terrain.

Major updates since the Early Access release:

• The addition of a complete set of high-resolution, winter textures that will be critical for the upcoming ‘Arctic Thunder’ campaigns by Reflected Simulations and Baltic Dragon.
  
• The summer textures have greatly improved with much higher resolution that improves the low altitude environment.
  
• The addition/improvement of four highly-detail regions covering four airfields in Finland: Rovaniemi (EFRO), Kemi / Tornio (EFKE), Kuusamo (EFKS), and Ivalo (EFIV); and five in Russia: Severomorsk-3 (XLMV), Severomorsk-1 (ULAK), RU-1110 (UMOE), RU-4464 (UOLE), and Murmansk (ULMM).
  
• Added or improved two road runways in Finland (at Vuojärvi and Rovaniemi), three airfields in Norway: Bodø (ENBO), Kirkenes (ENKR), and Lakselv (ENNA); and five in Sweden: Kiruna (ESNQ), Jokkmokk (ESNJ), Luleå (ESPA), Vidsel (ESPE), and Kalixfors (ESUK).
  
• An improved road and railroad network connected within the coverage area that includes bridges and tunnels that allow AI routing across the map.
  
• Many new cities, towns, infrastructure, tunnels and other objects have been added to the map.
  

Future Plans
The next release will see the inclusion of Andoya (ENAN) airfield in Norway and Alakurtti (RU-0059) airfield in Russia with some additional infrastructure in the surrounding areas. Orbx has also reviewed a series of bugs and errors aiming for small performance improvements.

Future releases will see the addition of more airfields and surrounding infrastructure including: Evenes (ENEV), Bardufoss (ENDU), Kittilä Airport (EFKT), Enontekiö Airport (EFET), Pudasjärvi Airfield (EFPU), and Sodankylä Airfield (EFSO). Beyond these, Cold War-era installations, military airfields, and other key points of interest are also planned.

The upcoming Arctic Thunder campaign by Reflected Simulations & Baltic Dragon for the Kola map will consist of two scenarios: one for a Finnish Air Force F/A-18C and another for an USAF F-16C Viper. Both will share the same storyline and missions making it possible to play from different perspectives.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2778890/DCS_Kola_Map_by_Orbx/

Orbx has remained committed to continually providing frequent optimisation updates to the Kola Map. Please note that whilst in early access you can still enjoy a 20% discount!




Experience top-tier Virtual Reality at unprecedented levels of comfort with the new Pimax Crystal Light headset. Offering 8.3 million pixels per eye at 120hz, the Crystal Light offers the highest clarity available in consumer VR in a lighter and more affordable package than the original Crystal.

For a limited time only, use code DCS2024 when purchasing your Crystal Light to receive a credit of 15,000 ED Miles, worth $15 at checkout in the DCS e-shop!

Starting from just $799, the Crystal Light allows you to make the most of ultra-detailed cockpits in DCS. Key features:

• Inside-out, ‘6 Degrees-of-Freedom’ tracking: No need for external base stations.
  
• Glass aspheric lenses, QLED panels, and local dimming: Vivid colors and deep contrasts that increase readability and bring the world to life.
  
• 2880 x 2880 native resolution (per eye, up to 120Hz): Delivers super smooth and crisp visuals.
  
• Lightweight for ultimate comfort: Weighing just 815g (1.8lb), the Crystal Light offers incredible performance in a smaller package than the original Crystal.
  
• Foveated Rendering (static, non-eye-tracking): renders only the center and focus of the User’s vision in full resolution, resulting in FPS gains and exceptional GPU efficiency.

The Crystal Light has become the daily driver for many pilots. See what others have to say:

• Flight Simulation: “Impressive visual quality, affordability, and comfort”
  
• Skil (Grim Reapers): “...it seems to be the response to the community's desire for a cutdown truly dedicated PCVR headset”
  
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Available Now:

• Follow this link and use code DCS2024 during checkout to receive 15,000 ED Miles with your purchase of a Pimax Crystal Light, available until November 29th.
  
• Learn more about the Pimax Crystal Light and read the full terms and conditions of this exclusive offer via this link.

Additionally, Pimax has also recently launched native support for OpenXR and Quad Views, reducing the need for any additional third-party software. Watch the video for a demonstration.

We hope you enjoy the latest DCS Update and we truly look forward to your feedback on the new enhancements to the F/A-18C, F-16C, F-4E Phantom II. Please make sure to read the full changelog for more details.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Crash when switching to F10 view - fixed

• DCS application. Single Thread version of DCS removed, bin folder now contains MT DCS and is duplicated in mt-bin for backward compatibility with shortcuts and will be removed soon.
  
• Improved Spotting dots. Adjusted appearance of spotting dots in VR to be close to their previous state. We are looking at feedback. Currently we are working on the advanced functionality for spotting dots rendering which will depend on VR hardware type and its properties which we hope to deliver in future patches to address difference in dots sizes between different VR devices and monitors.
  
• Several performance improvements were activated after profiling of certain missions and concepts of usage. Intense battles will be affected the most: targets and shooting detection by AI units as well as launchers' line-of-sight routines are revised, major parts of the performance-consuming code moved to a parallel thread.
  
• 3D models. Fixed animation of deploying of SA-10 “Big Bird” radar antenna.
  
• 3D Models. EWR55G6 shows as red in mirrors - Fixed.
  
• Aircraft AI. China Asset Pack. Added Falcon assault gyrocopter.
  
• Aircraft AI. Cargo doors on the AI Mi-8 helicopter remain open during task Cargo transportation - fixed.
  
• Aircraft AI. Carpet bombing task not working - fixed.
  
• Aircraft AI. Especially for the F/A-18C, aircraft can get stuck in a high-alpha angle flight profile and are unable to accelerate while losing altitude. In some cases it can eventually crash into the ground. Fixed.
  
• Aircraft AI. In some cases Helicopters can't land correctly. They take too long to land and sometimes collide. Fixed.
  
• Aircraft AI. MiG-31 can’t provide guidance to all R-33 missiles when launched in a four-missile salvo - fixed.
  
• Aircraft AI. When an AI flight has an ROE set to “priority designated” or “weapons free”, the flight will incorrectly execute a carpet bombing task. The AI will make numerous passes and only drop a single bomb each time - fixed.
  
• Aircraft AI. The old F-14A model has been hidden in ME. However, in old missions where this aircraft is present, it will work.
  
• Aircraft AI. Fighter logic of attacking a group of cruise missiles has been changed. The fighter will perform attack maneuvers based on the assumption that the target is not maneuvering. The effectiveness of firing at cruise missiles has been increased.
  
• Aircraft AI. UH-1H. Sound. AI UH-1H had an incorrect minigun sound. It sounded more like a conventional machine gun, and is different from the sound effect in the player's cockpit view.
  
• Aircraft AI. AH-64. When landing on a single pad, the tail wheel is outside the pad and hangs in the air - fixed
  
• Aircraft AI. Uncontrolled AI aircrafts can cause major FPS drop in certain situations - fixed
  
• Aircraft AI. Sometime aircraft ignores the task Attack group - fixed
  
• Aircraft AI. When AI aircraft taking off from the airfield, the aircraft does not respond to the received task(from wp or triggered actions) to attack the target - fixed
  
• Aircraft AI. Fixed. WWII AI planes doesn’t engage
  
• Core. FPS drops and issues related to mouse activity and polling rate - fixed.
  
• CTD. Dynamic Slots, track replay crash - fixed.
  
• Debriefing. Information takes too long to load after track with multiple planes crashes - fixed
  
• Cargos don't break anymore when they fall to the ground - fixed.
  
• Cargo items register as a unit not a static object - Fixed.
  
• Ground AI. Adjusted the armor values of some units.
  
• Ground AI. Fixed problem with crossing bridges.
  
• Ground AI. SA-2 launcher. Implemented launchers turning to intercept point azimuth before launch.
  
• Ground AI. URAL 4320T and URAL APA trucks lost their textures - fixed.
  
• Ground AI. URAL 4320T chassis animation bug - fixed
  
• Ground AI. When executing a rather small route loop (80 m x 80 m square), AI ground vehicles stop at WP0 instead of resuming the loop - fixed.
  
• Ground AI. 2S19 SPG. At distant LODs the gun barrel was separated from the hull - fixed.
  
• Ground AI. Fixed. FLAK broken, won’t engage.
  
• Ground AI. Patriot not engaging if more than 11 targets - fixed.
  
• FX. Fixed effect of leaked oil and water on a damaged pistons engine of WWII.
  
• Ground AI. Added opening of the bow-wave shield when BTR 80 and 82 enter water.
  
• Ground AI. When ground AI units expend all of their ammo, the unit does not rearm - fixed
  
• Launcher. Added. Files icon can show the operation in progress sign now
  
• ME. After having set up a unit with a set of AI tasks to 'Transmit Message', and making a copy of that unit, when the new one is pasted in and the Audio files linked to the "Transmit Message' tasks are changed, they change for both the original unit and the copied unit. The same is true if changes are made to the original unit. Fixed.
  
• ME. GUI Error when using a dropdown list in some cases - fixed.
  
• ME. The removed helicopter from the map still displayed in the list of aircraft - fixed
  
• MP. Eliminated clients were limited to seeing ~560 drawn shapes only on the F10 map.
  
• MP. Unable to spawn helicopters on “pad single” using dynamic spawn. Fixed.
  
• MP: Datalink STN duplicated when using dynamic spawn template. Fixed.
  
• Map objects. Caucasus. DM restored at fuel reservoirs and tanks.
  
• Ship AI. Arresting cable is attached to the wrong carrier when the player calls his tower first - fixed.
  
• Ship AI. DDG Arleigh Burke does not use CIWS against approaching missiles - fixed.
  
• Terrain engine. New terrain scenery models VRAM management system:
  
• optimized VRAM usage
  
• optimized streaming from storage disk
  
• optimized CPU utilization in scenery models rendering
  
• Terrain engine. Fixed rare hang or crash at first mission start in Afghanistan, Kola, Sinai due to unusual default season.
  
• Terrain engine. Fixed map layers artifacts when zooming or panning in Mission Editor, F10, and MFDs.
  
• VR. OpenXR. WMR. Fix force_cross_eye_recovery_tool
  
• VR. Added options for Quad View to VR settings
  
• Weapons. AGM-88 in F/A-18 TOO mode does not hit SAM radar - fixed.
  
• Weapons. AIM-54C does not reacquire lock to target if lost while active - fixed.
  
• Weapons. AIs do not use APKWS rockets - fixed
  
• Weapons. Change default M904E4 nose fuze options: from AD: 2 s to AD: 4 s.
  
• Weapons. R-27R/ERs do not homing to cruise missiles - fixed.
  
• Weapons. SA10 5V55 missile has folded fins in flight - fixed.
  
• Weapons. China Asset Pack. Added HJ-12 ATGM missile.
  
• Weapons. APKWS. Added laser code settings field in the payload editor.
  
• Weapons. Sea Eagle anti-ship missile doesn't have a collision model and can't be destroyed by shells - fixed.

Please read the full changelog on our site

Since the Early Access release of the DCS: CH-47F, our team has been working diligently on adding new features and addressing known issues. We look forward to releasing the next version of DCS that will include the following improvements:

The external model will be improved with new skins for Japan and Turkey and improved pilot models. In the flight deck, Cyclic and Thrust Control Lever animations have been improved, the addition of 1st person view pilots, and fixed mirror and glass reflections. The gunners will also see improvements with the addition of the ramp gunner, optional M240H machine guns, the addition of a gunner’s control window, and corrected AI gunner behavior by player-controlled aircraft.

A great deal of work has also gone into the avionics systems, some of the more notable changes will include the addition of the ARC-164 radio, detailed MFD start up pages, new COMM page via the SYST menu, fuel display on the HSD page, radio frequencies and Caution/Advisory Field on MFD pages, separate HSD zoom for each MFD, HSD DME, VOR, TACAN, VORTAC, and VOR/DME symbols, Reference Bug, Speed Fields, and Wind Arrow/Speed Indicator on the HSD, Heading Angle and Track Angle Indicators, and more HSD orientation options. Some of the improvements encompass a more accurate Flight Plan Line, size of VSD systems, and colour of fuel bar based on total fuel quantity. We’ve also addressed several bugs like total fuel bar quantity value and other fuel indications, simple radio use, and more.

Rounding out our upcoming CH-47F changes is support for Force Feedback joysticks, Night Vision Goggle option for gunners, an improved steering animation, and multiplayer freezing.

In parallel for a later update, a great deal of work continues on Digital Advanced Flight Control System (DAFCS) and Longitudinal Cyclic Trim (LCT).





Introducing the Shadow Reapers Campaign, one of the most immersive and innovative DCS experiences available. Featuring PvE and PvPvE servers set in the Syria and Caucasus maps, this campaign offers something for everyone. Choose from modern PvE missions, an exciting 80s PvPvE server, or dive into a challenging, hardcore 60s PvPvE campaign.

What sets this campaign apart is that every player’s contribution really counts. From completing missions to taking down enemy forces, your actions directly affect the morale system, which can turn the tide of battle. The campaign’s highly complex zone system involves supply lines, power grids, and resource management, making strategic decision-making vital.

The mission system lets you and your friends form squads and tackle a variety of mission types, including CAP (Combat Air Patrol), CAS (Close Air Support), Strike, SEAD (Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses), DEAD (Destruction of Enemy Air Defenses), BAI (Battlefield Air Interdiction), and many more. With fully randomised and unpredictable missions, no two campaigns are ever the same. Join Shadow Reapers Discord!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Get ready for a wealth of DCS improvements that will add new features, resolve bugs, and optimise performance, especially in multiplayer environments. Here is what you can look forward to:

Aircraft AI and Ground AI
The latest update will include fixes and improvements to both Aircraft AI and Ground AI behaviour. For aircraft, issues such as cargo doors on the AI Mi-8 helicopter remaining open during transportation tasks and helicopters having difficulty landing will be fixed. The carpet bombing task will work correctly when a priority target is set and weapons free. Additionally, fighters will perform better in cruise missile interception scenarios. For Ground AI, bridge crossing is being improved along with route following behaviour. The BTR-80 and BTR-82 will deploy a bow-wave shield when crossing water. Please stay tuned for the upcoming changelog.

Weapons
Weapon behaviour will see several important fixes, particularly for the AIM-54C's lock reacquisition issue. AI units will properly use APKWS rockets. Additionally, the R-27R/ER missiles will be adjusted to track cruise missiles effectively, and a new China Asset Pack addition will introduce the HJ-12 Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM). Other improvements will include updates to the Sea Eagle missile, which will have a collision model that can be intercepted.

Terrain Engine
The terrain engine will receive notable optimisations, including better VRAM usage, disk streaming, and CPU utilisation for rendering scenery models. This enhances performance across maps, especially in VR. Additionally, issues like crashes at mission start in certain maps (Afghanistan, Kola, and Sinai) and graphical artefacts when zooming or panning in map modes have been addressed. These optimisations will contribute to a smoother and more stable gameplay experience, especially in complex and processor intensive situations.

Other important improvements will include cargos no longer being destroyed when dropped, improved oil and water leak effects for World War II aircraft, and the Arleigh Burke Close-In Weapon System (CWIS) use against missiles is improved.





Recent updates and bug fixes across various aircraft, including the F-16C and F/A-18C, are part of our ongoing commitment to refining the simulation and completing all release and post-Early Access support commitments. We have addressed a wide range of issues, from minor graphical glitches to more significant systems-related bugs that affect gameplay.

The F-16C Viper will see improvements in its radar including fixes to Track While Scan (TWS) multi-designations, more reliable soft-locks in Range While Scan (RWS) and Dual Track modes, added the ability to interact with false targets, corrected Hot Lines, and improved Pulse Doppler (PD) tracking. For ground-pounders, Maverick slaving to the Sensor Point of Interest (SPI) issues will be addressed.

One of the biggest, and most requested changes, is the ability to select the Flight Control System dead zone gradient to either a realistic setting best used for force-sensitive joysticks or to exactly match the Controls Manager deadzone value. You will be able to select this in the next update.

Despite being out of Early Access, the F/A-18C has and will continue to be supported with new features and fixes. In the next update, the F/A-18C will receive updates to its avionics and weapon systems. These updates are based on player feedback and extensive testing, they include adjustments to the radar BIAS behaviour, Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System (JHMCS), training missions, fuzes and more. Stay tuned for the full changelog!

Although not ready for the next update, the F/A-18C is also undergoing an extensive review and re-work of the flight model and flight control system. Other F/A-18C features are still planned for the project like more Multi-Sensor Integration (MSI) features, loft symbology and data for JDAM and JSOW, and the Mk-77.





The DCS End of Summer Sale 2024 is running until the 30th of September 2024 at 15:00 GMT, and we truly hope that you take this opportunity to land some great deals. Our most popular fighter jets are available with a 30% discount including DCS: F-16C Viper, DCS: JF-17 Thunder, DCS: MB-339. Our staple helicopters such as DCS: AH-64D and DCS: Black Shark 3 are also on sale with 30% off! Many more aircraft, terrains, campaigns and important add-ons are on sale with 50% discount. Visit our shop!

Please note that we are running an identical sale on the DCS World Steam Edition until the 23rd of September 2024 at 17:00 GMT as part of the Planes, Trains and Automobiles fest!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

The DCS End of Summer Sale 2024 begins today on our Shop and will run until the 30th of September 15:00 GMT. We are also excited to announce our participation in the Planes, Trains and Automobiles fest on the DCS Steam Edition, which starts on the 16th of September and ends on the 23rd of September at 17:00 GMT.

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The next DCS update contains superb new summer textures for the DCS: Kola map. So far, all summer textures have been replaced with more refined images. The textures are now being generated using custom scripts that use multiple sources, including satellite imagery as well as aerial photography. Furthermore, the upcoming update includes the EFKS Kuusamo Airport and the EFIV Ivalo Airport with various towns and cities added around the new airfields. The colours at XLMV Severomorsk-3 Naval Air Base, UMOE Monchegorsk and ULAK Severomorsk-1 have also been updated. ESNJ Jokkmokk has been reworked too. Please stay tuned for the next update and make sure you update your DCS so you too can enjoy these fantastic enhancements!




We are currently working on a new Instant Action Generator (IAG) that will replace the existing Fast Mission Generator. The IAG is designed to be user-friendly and allow you to easily and quickly set up simple air-to-air and air-to-ground missions without having to use the Mission Editor. The primary objective of the IAG is to allow more mission content in an easy-to-use interface. Missions can range from simple dogfights, to bomber escorts, to close air support missions, and much more. The IAG allows you to choose your aircraft, map, and mission type, hostile forces, and then tune the mission generation with more detailed variables.

The IAG is designed to work equally well across all eras of combat aviation in DCS and work with all aircraft and maps. It will be a free update to DCS.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

Significant multithreading progress has been made since its release, improving performance and stability substantially. This is particularly true for multiplayer servers with numerous forces. Multithreading has enabled the use of modern multi-core processors by distributing workloads more efficiently across CPU cores. We will continue to improve our multithreading for DCS and focus on performance through the platform.

With multithreading at an advanced and stable state, we will be terminating the older single-threaded version of DCS in the next update.





The DCS: CH-47F module will soon be receiving first person view pilot models. These models are being crafted to ensure every aspect of the pilot's appearance reflects real-world standards. The flight suits, helmets, and accessories such as body armour and communication gear have all been modelled. This will be a particularly important improvement for those of you flying in virtual reality.



These new models will be fully integrated into the cockpit and animated to correspond with crew actions, control operation, interaction with instruments and more!

In parallel, we are adding new elements and functionality to LCT (Longitudinal Cyclic Trim), AFCS (Automated/Advanced Flight Control System), DAFCS (Digital Advanced Flight Control System), DASH (Digital Air Speed Hold), DCP (Differential Collective Pitch), as well as new display pages and associated functions, new aircraft skins, more advanced sling functions, improvements to the cargo system, new crew-served weapons, and more.





The DCS for Disabilities group focuses on supporting disabled DCS pilots. The Scuttlebutt Lounge Discord channel is a place where disabled DCS pilots can get support, set up controllers, discuss their particular challenges and arrange multiplayer missions that best support their unique needs.

The group flies all DCS modules, and has led to amazing friendships. They strive to place DCS in the homes of mobility challenged individuals, veterans, warriors, and children in need of hope and strong mentorship in a safe community. Join their discord!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

These screenshots and many others stood out for their beauty, narrative, and technical excellence, making our selection process both challenging and immensely rewarding. We cannot express enough gratitude to our community for your continued support and passion. It is your commitment to the art and science of flight simulation that drives us to continually improve and expand the DCS experience.



First place: Rasboy. $100 of ED Miles




Second place: Golden JAMMER. $50 ED Miles




Third place: Kino_67. $25 ED Miles




Here are the top 20 runners up. $5 ED Miles each.

Thank you to all who participated, we are blown away by your talent and creativity! Please join us in congratulating the winners and all the participants of the DCS Screenshot Competition 2024 and make sure to join us in the next one!

Stay tuned for more events, updates, and community features. Blue skies and safe landings to all!

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics