Low-level Map & Tool Test II: New features, New mission
Another test of the low-level planning tools. This time, featuring an actual human being as the pilot: Comstedt!
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Low-level Map & Tool Test: Planning
An impromptu recording of a quick test of the planning tools I am working on. This part covers the planning tool, the following the actual flying.
The Last Piece of the Puzzle – An Introduction to the Next Study
In the last few years, I primarily focused on Air-to-Air. Air-to-Ground played a minor role; it was mostly relegated to my book/manual. However, almost no attention has been given to one of the most neglected aspects of a mission – at least in the game – the “how to get there“. AKA, Navigation. In particular, low-level dead-reckoning and pilotage.
New R-24R (AA-7 Apex) – DCS Patch 2.9.14.8222
DCS Patch 2.9.14.8222 included a complete overhaul of the R-24 missile, known as the AA-7 Apex in NATO. This video is a quick look at its performance compared to the previous version, the AIM-7 Sparrow, R-27, AIM-120B and other missiles.
F-4E-45MC INS: Visual/Radar, GPS Fix Update (AN/ASN-63)
Visual/Radar Fix updates are, historically, the go-to methods of performing an INS Fix Update. This article introduces them along with considerations from “Vulture”, a former F-4E WSO and Heatblur SME.
“Old” players may remember the GPS update I suggested for the F-14 Tomcat years ago. The NS430 is back, with an unexpected supporter.
F-4E-45MC INS: TACAN, GCI/Bullseye Fix Update (AN/ASN-63)
Inertial Navigation Systems’ tendency to drift can be partially addressed by updating the “Fix”. Several techniques can be used; this video shows how to perform an INS Fix Update via TACAN, GCI or Bullseye.
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