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12-27-2023, 06:18 AM
New campaigns:
DCS: F-16C First in Weasels Over Syria Campaign by Ground Pounder Sims
DCS: MAD Black Shark Campaign by Stone Sky
New aircraft:
Mirage F-1BE addition to DCS: Mirage F-1 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdD_MPczTic).
DCS World
NEW: Added support for Nvidia DLSS. Using upscaling, Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) can dramatically improve game performance if you are Graphics Processor Unt (GPU) limited. Please note that if your CPU is limited, DLSS will have little to no performance effect. Owners of Nvidia 40-series graphics card will most benefit from this. With DLSS selected as the Upscaling option, you can further refine quality versus performance with Quality, Balance, Performance, and Ultra Performance presets. WIP
NEW: Added support for AMD FSR 2, FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) also using an upscaling algorithm to improve performance. Also like DLSS, it will have little to no effect if you are CPU-limited. WIP.
NEW: Anti-Aliasing. If Upscaling is set to OFF, three anti-aliasing modes are available.
Multi-Sampling Anti-Aliasing (MSAA)
Temporal Anti-Aliasing (TAA)
Deep Learning Anti-Aliasing (DLAA)
NEW: Added graphics option for Screen Space Shadows (SSS). This adds improved shadow detail to grass, bushes, and tree shadows. This is most evident with moving grass and tree shadows at long view distances. WIP.
NEW: Color Grading. Select between nine image color gradients that allow you to adjust the tint of the image to provide the desired effect. This can be most useful for video creators.
NEW: LOD Switch Factor. The Level of Detail (LOD) slider allows you to adjust the distance at which a unit transitions to lower level of detail models. 1 is the default value, but by setting a lower value, game performance can be increased.
NEW: Sharpening. The slider adjusts the image sharpness between 0.00 (default) and 1.00. Sharpening can help make it look crisp and clear by enhancing the edges of objects in the image. However, adding too much sharpness can actually make an image look worse, or it can lead to a loss in image detail. When using DLSS, we suggest a setting of 0.5 and 0.8-1.0 for FSR.
NEW: Cinematic Camera View - Right Control + F2. In combination with the mouse, the WASD keys can be used to move the camera forward, back, and laterally, and the Q and E keys can move the camera up and down. This allows the camera to be positioned in reference to the unit’s coordinate system, allowing much greater camera control for cinematic scenes.
NEW: 3D Models. Newly created models for the B-1B, B-52H, S-3B (S-3B Tanker to follow shortly), “Centurion” C-RAM, and SA-10 (S-300PS).
NEW: Ability to create, save, delete and rename custom weapons loadouts using in game rearm/refuel menu.
Improved “spotting dots” added (WIP):
Increased dot size at high resolutions
Zoom is not affecting dots size
In order to disable new “spotting dots” and revert to previous logic user can put “DotRendererExperiment = False” in autoexec.cfg file located in \Saved Games\DCS.openbeta\Config\
Improved Replays/Tracks: Improved track replay for human controlled aircraft by conducting more frequent continuity checks, WIP. - Note, increased track file data size when saved to disk.
NEW: Advanced Waypoint Action for Unlimited Fuel Option for AI. Please note the task must be at the top of Advanced Waypoint Actions list to make sure it works properly.
NEW: Perform Task/Strafing for aircraft and helicopters as Advanced Waypoint Action. You can now set placement, length, attack direction and attack quantity.
NEW: Added helicopter rotor downwash influence on vegetation.
Voice chat (https://youtu.be/p1wgoZL4_O0?si=LbW5OfmRSP2dO_my):
Added realistic voice filters for all radio units
Added realistic sounds at the end of transmission and effects of multipath interference
All options moved to the Audio options page
All controls moved to the Voice Chat page and aircraft pages
Fixed Voice Chat window not opening after changing the mission on the server
Fixed Master Volume and Cockpit Volume knobs not working for Voice Chat transmission
Graphics: Improved helicopter rotor dust effects.
AI Aircraft. AI runs off the end of the runway at Vaziani (Caucasus) and never attempts to turn back towards the parking ramp - fixed.
AI Aircraft. AI F-16 will not rearm at a Rearm/Refuel Waypoint - fixed
AI Aircraft. Error during radio message when helicopters passing waypoint - fixed
AI Aircraft. AWACS detects bandits and share data with radar off - fixed
AI Aircraft. After Evade Fire Horizontally is triggered, AI no longer follows waypoints - fixed
AI Aircraft. WW2 Big Formation, un-natural flight attitude - fixed
AI Aircraft. FARP takeoff with moderate wind causes AI helicopters to oscillate - fixed
AI Aircraft. Fixed. ?-47 Only one cargo is unloaded.
AI Aircraft. B-1B ground collision after takeoff in some cases.
AI Aircraft. Tornado aircraft will taxi with unfolded wings, not folded.
AI Aircraft. Fixed H-6J drag when bombs hatch.
Ground Units. Fixed - units slide down a slope.
Ground Units. Added reload sound for S-60.
Ground Units. Added belts for KORD and DSHK on pickup.
AI SAM. Fixed missile explodes after launch when the tracking fails.
Fixed: AI Helicopters in certain situations can become indestructible.
GUI Sporadic Multiplayer server list screen error when user trying to change nickname - fixed
DS. Dedicated Server crash on woCar::onNetHumanTakeControl - fixed
GUI. GUI Error when clicking on F/A-18C Lot 20 wingman in some cases. (Datalink) - fixed
GUI Error when using combination for drop down list in dynamic weather window - fixed
MT. Fix labels visibility jittering.
ME. Added the coordinate picker copy button.
Graphic. HUD casting reflections on the water surface - fixed
Caucasus Map. Human controlled vehicles drive through trees. No collisions with trees - fixed
B-1B and B-52. Corrected masses of launchers.
Incorrect positioning of the cargo after task Cargo Unload - fixed
MP. Aircraft MP phantoms. Landing gear always spinning when retracted - fixed
Graphics. When flying at high altitude, at certain angles, the aircraft, lights and even effects can be seen reflected on the water surface in the far distance - fixed
ME. “No Pylon” payload restriction does not work - fixed
Soil crater is drawn on water surface in certain cases - fixed
MT. Graphics. No ground vehicle dust/snow trail - fixed
GUI. Scale GUI messes with characters alignment - corrected
Memory leak when DCS window minimized to taskbar (both ST and MT) - fixed
ME. Refused from “???”, “???” markings for non-Westerns due to improper assignment.
AI Ships. Aircraft with start from the deck of Kuznetsov spawn in the air - fixed
Crash on track restart in some cases - fixed
JTAC. During LGB delivery JTAC marked the target with smoke instead of laser and says to use a gun - fixed
FLIR. Added radar heating.
Ships. Fixed sound for CV Kuznetsov.
VR Option. Added Controller position sliders. Ultraleap special option. Added position sliders.
MT. Trains jitter when moving - fixed
DCS Weapons
New implementation of A2A missiles (by ED) for MiG-21 and AJS-37: R-3S, R-3R, R-13, R-13M1, Rb-24/24J, and Rb-74.
Fixed inaccuracies in several versions of the AIM-9.
Added AIM-9P3 and R-60A missiles.
Fixed R-60 payload drag.
AIM-120 has a more advanced 3rd order tracking filter and double-contoured tracking loop that provide faster transient process and higher resistance to ECM blinking.
Introduced ejector mechanics for bombs.
F/A-18A. AIM-7 missile was attached to pylon 4 and 6 at wrong angle - fixed
MK-82Y. Huge aiming miss - fixed
Wind correction for CBU-105 WCMD inaccuracy - fixed
Sea Cat's and Sea Wolf's proximity fuzes are disabled by default - fixed
When dropping a CBU-97 from a low altitude, submunitions woul sometimes get stuck in the ground - fixed
BGM-109C. Incorrect name in debriefing - fixed
Kh-29 - missiles got updated FM and realistic autopilot / guidance system.
Increased dispersion of air rockets.
Updated eject/release effect of all air-to-ground weapons in China Asset Pack.
DCS: F-16C Viper by Eagle Dynamics
Improved Datalink settings. DCS: F-16C Viper | Datalink Update (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/vmPGDhcfZkk?si=Bkh8nmQQyHbPn1yD)
Improved Air-to-Air radar operating logic (https://forum.dcs.world/topic/330391-official-news-2023/?do=findComment&comment=5300979). (Details in the text of the news letter dated October 6, 2023)
Added TDOA for HTS DCS: F-16C Viper | HARM Targeting Update with TDOA (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/2rIwO0HHULc?si=Vy_pbK50vEuVvgx7)
Improve CCIP and CCRP modes.
Improve VIP/VRP options, Snowplow mode, and Sighting Point options/Cursor Slew (https://forum.dcs.world/topic/209147-viper-mini-updates/?do=findComment&comment=5288681).
Improve Range scale mechanisation in TWS/SAM modes.
Improved FM:
The characteristic of the displacement of the pressure center during the transition to supersonic has been corrected.
Improved the characteristics of turns at high altitudes. Smoothed the effect of 'bubble' when passing the transonic zone on a turn at high altitude.
G-onsets transition characteristics improved over the entire range of heights and speeds.
Added: Canopy latch hooks animation.
Fixed: TGP model not looking where it is pointing.
Fixed: 90/30 or 30/90 countermeasure count takes out 4 rounds.
Fixed: AG radar is unlikely to track a designated moving target.
Fixed: Snowplow behaviour when on the ground (weight-on-wheels).
Added BDU-50 payloads.
Added Sinai High-Aspect BFM Instant Mission.
Fixed; Offset Aimpoint 1 is set with negative elevation.
Fixed: CCRP TPOD Going into standby will result in an incorrect waypoint.
Fixed: TGP Destroyed but still functional.
Fixed: TGP behaviour when selecting target with HAD.
Fixed: Unlimited weapons creates a hung store scenario.
Fixed: FCR in GM and FZ will blank if beyond gimbal limits.
Fixed: HSD CPL should suspend when SOI.
Fixed: CCRP Toss isn't calculating correctly.
Fixed: MARK "TGP" option is not selectable under some cases.
Fixed: Incorrect ACM Boresight radar azimuth sweep behaviour.
Fixed: AG radar GMT no prolongation is present.
Fixed: Blanking issues on the FCR FZ function.
Fixed: TD Box is appearing in HUD when in STRF sub-mode.
Fixed: RWR continues to signal actual threat warnings during BIT.
Fixed: FIX not working correctly with TGP.
Fixed: SMS page not fully redraw after switching weapon.
Fixed: SEMI and AUTO countermeasures still work if RWR is turned off.
Fixed: CMDS SA and AUTO program execution.
DCS: F/A-18C by Eagle Dynamics
Improved Datalink settings. DCS: F/A-18C | Datalink Update (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/-5Mt4cDNsUI?si=FztM-A9qVetZKBE0)
Improved Air-to-Air radar operating logic. (Details in the text of the news letter dated October 6, 2023.)
Improved accuracy in CCIP and AUTO modes.
Improved TWS AUTO Scan priority.
Improved Radar AGE Setting and Functionality.
Added: CV RF alignment via datalink system. You can now align to the carrier (CV) using the datalink.
Fixed: Under wing inboard Nav light can be seen on top of the wing.
Fixed: Light on stabiliser remains in place with damage.
Fixed: Landing gear AOA lights red and amber have a cone protruding.
Fixed: Missile launch AGM-84E with an error on the course.
Fixed: Chaff-Flare count discrepancy.
Fixed: Countermeasure forward on switch strange behaviour.
Fixed: HMD icon for starred track (SA page TUC) freezes in space when SA page is not visible.
Fixed: AG radar GMT mode tracking issues.
Fixed: Weapon selection switch & radar.
Fixed: VS mode AOT zone issue.
Fixed: Exiting ACM mode will change radar settings.
Fixed: A2A Target information in HUD after switching to A2G.
Fixed: STT from VS shows no BRA and Bullseye info on the RDR ATTK page.
Fixed: Fuel dump no longer shows fuel vapour stream.
Fixed: FLIR Switch behaviour.
Fixed: STD HDG option have to be removed when align has progressed to the point when will not reduce align time.
Fixed:TDC slew doesn't work with IRMV, sensor will float away.
DCS: AH-64D by Eagle Dynamics
Added COMM Presets and Datalink Support
DCS: AH-64D Datalink Setup (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/f0tf5-ssUYo?si=ahbT9d0ydvnWCsgy)
DCS: AH-64D Datalink Messaging (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/XeWN_INosf4?si=syL10ektISX2Vn9M)
DCS: AH-64D | FARM Reports (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/aJziI-pBCrU?si=ZGmD4SIlhwOx8wJU)
EUFD Preset and Swap buttons re-enabled
Added Laser Warning Receiver DCS: AH-64D Laser Warning System (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/L9PXWyrvA_0?si=-Z18MkZ353G1HLv9)
Improve LMC & TSE logic (W.I.P.)
Attitude Hold Adjustments (W.I.P.)
Heading Hold Corrections.
FLT page corrections.
FUEL page corrections.
Fixed: Dead CPG not repaired properly.
Fixed: TADS jittering in TEDAC.
Fixed: Hover mode Acceleration Cue format is switching based on air speed instead of ground speed.
Fixed: ENG page is switching format under wrong conditions.
Fixed: "FUEL XFER FAIL" shows up on a normal cold start.
Fixed: White arrow icon in menu options on MFDs.
Fixed: Waypoints are displayed on TSD in ATK phase when not part of current route or ACQ.
Fixed: No rockets are detected onboard the aircraft at mission start.
Fixed: NO ROCKETS not displayed when rockets are depleted.
Fixed: Text indication corrections for WPN page Rocket symbols.
Fixed: George should not attempt to land on water.
Fixed: RTS selection is not overriding the audio mute function on the COMM panel.
Fixed: EUFD: Dots Error.
Fixed: ASE Threat symbology text size.
Fixed: TADS Field of Regard diagram with aperture error in manual.
Fixed: AGM-114L missile constraints should be 20 degrees for all targets 1000 meters or greater.
Fixed: Keyboard Unit, "T" btn doesn't work with default keyboard binding.
DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer by Eagle Dynamics
NEW: Ability to set up four members and 12 donors in Mission Editor flight group.
Fixed labels for OSB-19, OSB-20 on the MFD when the TGP is selected in FLIR mode.
Fixed AGM-65E was replaced with AGM-65L in predefined payloads for A-10C II.
Fixed AGM-65L does not remain on set LASER code after power off & on.
Fixed crash in the cockpit caused by missing pointer validity checks.
Fixed the aircraft slides with engine off and in wheel chocks in Syria, Kiryat Shmona.
Fixed Flashlight stops working when the battery is powered off.
Added rules of payload configurations for A-10A, A-10C, A-10C II: loading on STA 5 and 7 is removed when STA 6 is loaded and vice versa.
Added AN/ARC-164 shows a number on the Preset page only.
Added Special Tab Options for Throttle Slew.
Added Axis Controls for Lighting Dials.
Improved the AAR/Indexer & signal lights brightness control.
DCS: Mi-24P Hind by Eagle Dynamics
Improved: Petrovich AI target detection system realism improvement. Now time spent for target detection is impacted by how many objects are around the target (simulating that target object is harder to detect when it is not in clear field). Feature is WIP we will be adding additional dependencies like target being on road and moving and others into consideration.
Improved: FM behaviour when after stick pull helicopter entering sudden stall is tuned down.
Improved: Engines and APU synchronisation in multicrew.
Improved: Auto Start procedure adjusted.
Fixed: Autopilot desync in multicrew.
Fixed: Uncommanded main gun fire upon selection if fired another weapon earlier in multicrew.
Fixed: Stick is parked when the player switches to the operator's seat when "Simplified AI" is enabled.
Added: VOIP binds for Crew gunner profile.
DCS: F-5E Tiger II by Eagle Dynamics
Fixed: With wing off still carries payload.
DCS: F-86F Sabre by Eagle Dynamics
Fixed: Pitch trim nose down does not light up "Take-off position indicator" light.
DCS: Supercarrier by Eagle Dynamics
SpecOpt Tab. Changed the Title name.
Added possibility to correct INS by cable if CV RF is not available.
Fixed: Pilot puts arm through canopy on launch.
DCS: Spitfire LF Mk IX by Eagle Dynamics
Updated cockpit textures.
Fixed: Repair Breaks Side Door.
Fixed: Open door disappears.
DCS: P-51D Mustang by Eagle Dynamics
Fixed canopy handle glitching.
Fixed Incorrect payload available for pylons 5 and 6.
DCS: FW 190D-9 Dora by Eagle Dynamics
Weather updated in missions.
DCS Mirage F1 by Aerges New features:
Added the new Mirage F1 BE version that includes the following major features:
Full multicrew capability.
Sight repeater.
Gunpods.
Priority control for the following systems: high-lift devices, airbrake, engine emergency regulation, green radio, nav aids, and radar.
Several systems repeaters.
Added AN/ALE-40 programmer clickability and specific view settings for the Mirage F1 single seater (check the flight manual for description).
The horizontal head movement limit is extended to an extra 10 cm when the canopy is open.
Implemented sight test procedure.
Added external CC-420 gun pods to all F1 variants.
Added axis for lights and intercom volume potentiometers.
Engine:
Adjusted engine flame-out with tail wind or reversed airflow. It may happen on the ground with extreme winds and at high altitudes with out-of-envelope manoeuvres that involve reversed airflow, such as a tailslide. The RPM has to be set high to minimise the phenomenon.
The engine starter button cover is spring loaded now (will close after a time delay).
Flight model:
Slightly increased high supersonic drag to better reflect acceleration data.
Autostart/Autostop:
Fixed auto start sequence. Now the throttle is checked/moved to idle in the cabin checks phase, to avoid a hot start chance.
Fixed auto start sequence. The Emergency gyromagnetic compass switch didn't set to On.
Fixed autostop sequence. The Emergency gyromagnetic compass switch didn't set to Off.
Manual and documentation:
Fixed kneeboard checklist, updated Flight Manual normal checklist and fixed auto-startup; regarding JPT emergency regulator switch, that must be in AUTO at cockpit preparation.
Updated flight manual to include Mirage F1 BE annex and other modifications.
Miscellaneous:
Corrected slat deployment and retraction routine to have the right slat deflection.
Now it is possible to select both radios for radio transmission on the Radio Selector Panel. Use keyboard or joystick buttons to press and hold more than one knob at once.
Fixed INS alignment error problems in certain conditions: when loading/unloading payloads, with wind/turbulence, MP...
Several 3D model and texture updates.
Fixed brake chute being self-deployed disregarding the handle position, after the aircraft repair is complete.
Fixed several single and quickstart missions (mainly due to missing pre-programmed radio channels or changed radio frequencies in South Atlantic terrain).
Selected radio for transmission (the radio background color) in Voice Chat will be displayed correctly now, when the aircraft was entered hot, while the server simulation has not started yet (server still paused).
Fixed sight camera position (it was not centred with the sight).
Known issues:
Radio doesn’t work (it can’t be heard) when starting a hot mission. Workaround: cycle the “Function selector” switch, I.e. switch it to OFF (AR) and then back to one of the operating modes: Main (PAL) or Main+Guard (PAL+G).
DCS: C-101 Aviojet by AvioDev
Radio stations status (yellow indicator) and Selected radio for transmission (the radio background color) in Voice Chat will be displayed correctly now, when the aircraft was entered hot, while the server simulation has not started yet (server still paused).
Selected radio for transmission (the radio background color) in Voice Chat will be displayed correctly now, when the aircraft was entered hot, while the server simulation has not started yet (server still paused).
DCS: F-15E Suite 4+ by RAZBAM Simulations 3D Models and Textures
Fixed: Incorrect texture used on exterior pilot.
Fixed: Intake bleeding through.
Fixed "SPARE LIGHTS" work in NVG Filter effect.
Fixed: Emergency Oxy Hose to align during seat height adjustment (Both Seats).
Added: VR Pilot's head shadow in cockpit (First Person/Both Seats).
Added: 494th Panthers 91-324 'El Jefe" Livery.
Added: 492nd Mad Hatters 91-321 "LOKI" Livery.
Added: Cavity maps for Default Cockpit.
Added: More polygons to Engine Nacelles.
Added: Lower end GPU/VRAM option in Special Options settings. (lower image quality)
Updated: Enhanced AO maps for Cockpit.
Updated: Pilot's Hand interaction on Throttle for future animations.
Improved: Internal 3D model material name changes.
Improved: Mirror FOV.
Improved: Flap and Gear Indicator Light.
Avionics
Added: TFR (requires AAQ-13 Navigation Pod)
Added: modifiable steerpoint MEA in UFC and Mission Editor
Added: Delete steerpoint by selecting "0" steerpoint on UFC
Added: INS based wind estimation
Added: Any waypoint (Routes A/B/C, offsets, base, bullseyes, avoidance, mark, list) can be added in ME
Added: List points can be bound to steer points
Fixed: UFC input works without electric power.
Fixed: markpoints starting at M0
Fixed: active route display on A/G radar map
Fixed: bug where TWS freezes the radar in presence of AoJ returns
Fixed: TWS struggling to convert a HoJ track into full track in some cases
Fixed: Pressing PB1 on SP edit page past last route point
Fixed: Blank steerpoint (zero coordinates) showing on maps and selectable on sensors
Fixed: TSD route switching
Fixed: ASL wrong with INS drift
Fixed: Incorrect ASL behaviour with aircraft roll
Fixed: WSO LANTIRN TGP HOTAS behaviour
Fixed: RWR Volume control not working
Fixed: A/A TACAN distance readout shows two decimals (X.XX) when it should be one (X.X)
Fixed: Missing hyphen in HUD bullseye
Fixed: HSI ground track diamond is cyan, not amber on the MPCD
Fixed: RADALT issues
Fixed: Bad display of radar altimeter height on HUD repeater
Fixed: RP MPL qty should be total, not per station
Fixed: Erratic head movement fighting and not syncing properly in multi-crew for 2nd crewmember
Adjusted: INS drift rate
Updated: ILS volume set to OFF at mission start
Updated: AP roll authority increased from 2 to 5 deg
Improved: AP steering & wind corrections
Improved: BOT aiming
Improved: Radar Altimeter
Added: VOIP radio definitions
Fixed: VOIP Push-To-Talk keybinds for both Pilot and WSO.
Fixed: TFR flyup MC sync
Fixed: CDIP BOT release
Updated: CDIP ballistics
Updated: RPL release
Missions
Added: LANTIRN targeting pod basics training mission
Added: South Atlantic - Operation SIlent Strike
DCS: AV-8B N/A by RAZBAM Simulations
Fixed Bomb release MULT logic.
Fixed Rockets firing sequence when using single fire mode.
Fixed AUTO release cue behaviour
Fixed: VOIP Push-To-Talk keybinds
DCS: M-2000C by RAZBAM Simulations
Fixed BLG-66 BELUGA aiming.
Fixed Damage to SABRE and SERVAL.
DCS: MB-339 by IndiaFoxtEcho Visual Simulations
Fixed: aircraft explosion while taxing
Fixed: aircraft explosion in some cases while performing aerobatic manoeuvres
Fixed: aircraft wings break too easy during high G turns
Fixed: mission editor special options missing
Fixed: canopy too dark
Updated: Flight Manual
DCS: JF-17 by Deka Ironwork Simulations
Fixed: LS-6 and GB-6 do not fly to target
Fixed: JF-17 fuel probe weight (thanks to Wyvern for fix)
Fixed: lasercode set in ME not applied for all pylons
Fixed: Axis TDC move too fast in AG radar DBS modes
Fixed: external/cockpit texture norm dds files
Fixed: WMD7 textures
Fixed: WMD7 SP/SLAVE toggle issue
Fixed: trim lights init state
Fixed: should fix FFB input issue
Tweaked: refined CL CD breakpoints
Tweaked: WMD7 can be turned on only under AG master mode per updated info
Updated: WMD7 name to AVIC WMD7 for ME sorted loadout list
DCS: SA-342 Gazelle by Polychop Simulations
Fixed: Multicrew erratic Viviane and Periscope behaviour
Fixed: Multicrew pilot heads desync
Fixed: Multicrew Viviane and periscope desync
Fixed: Multicrew Hi/Lo FOV anomalies on periscope
Fixed: Rotor flap sound
Fixed: Flight model excessive roll
Fixed: Missing axis / incorrect axis labelling for the radio volume knobs
Fixed: Floating Clip from Pilot 3D model present on Mike variant
Fixed: ALV/CVS lights were washed out
Fixed: Bright periscope at night
Fixed: Player controlled Gazelle did not react to loss of tail section
Fixed: OD Community and Lebanese Air Force liveries were not country specific
Added: Keybinds for nav / strobe lights
Added: Keybinds for handing over controls in multicrew
Added: UHF and VHF AM radio selection bindings
Added: Grey / Green UK Army Air Corps livery by Mispunt
Added: Grey / Green UK Marines livery by Mispunt
Added: Green / Black UK Army Air Corps livery by Mispunt
Added: Green / Black UK Army Air Corps UN livery by Mispunt
Added: Green / Black UK Royal Marines livery by Mispunt
Added: UK Army Air Corps BATUS livery by Mispunt
Added: UK Army Air Corps BATUS Orange livery by Mispunt
DCS F-14 Tomcat by Heatblur Simulations
Fixed SUU-25 Ejection
Fixed Tomcat Link 4 TDS frequency not aligned with DCS Mission Editor Link 4 frequency setting.
Added SEAD settable as a task for the F-14 (which allows F-14 AI to use TALDs again and fixes Refoger I mission 5 not progressing).
Potential fix for TCS showing black screen for some clients in Multithreading on certain maps.
Fixed various shader rendering and performance issues with the DDD.
DCS AJS-37 Viggen by Heatblur Simulations
Updated all Swedish Sidewinders to use new Eagle Dynamics Sidewinder implementations.
Fixed RB-04 fuze not always working correctly.
Corrected shimmering on the canopy rim in some lighting situations.
Updated RB-04 explosive power.
Flaming Cliffs 3 by Eagle Dynamics
Module icon labels "Beta" removed for F-15C, Su-27, Su-33, MiG-29
Su-27/33/MiG-29 IRST sometimes gives launch authorization when it should not - fixed
WWII Asset Pack by Eagle Dynamics
WWII Assets Pack. B-17G. Added new liveries from the contest.
Combined Arms by Eagle Dynamics
Added: 2 basic Anti-Aircraft Training missions (Red - Caucasus, Blue - Marianas).
Added "trajectory forecast" for modern SPAAG.
Added the ability for the player to transport infantry.
DCS: South Atlantic by RAZBAM Simulations Assets Pack:
Fixed - ARA Santa Fe Collision Shell
Fixed - ARA Santa Fe LOD disappearing.
South Atlantic Terrain:
Optimisation across all cities to improve performance
Additional models across the map
Coastline refinement
DCS: Marianas by Eagle Dynamics
Added New Instant Action Missions for some (more to come) modules including:
TF-51D
P-47D
Spitfire
F/A-18C
Mosquito
Fw 190D-9
Fw 190A-8
DCS: The Channel Map by Eagle Dynamics
Fixed hedgerow models wind flexibility
DCS: Syria Map by Ugra Media
Optimization of night lighting the number of light sources on roads and blocks was reduced.
Optimization of night lighting of objects.
Optimization of city blocks was performed - the number of fences and trees was reduced.
Added destruction models for original objects - terminals of Beirut, Damascus, Aleppo, Gaziantep, Paphos, Nicosia, Adana Hilton, Sheraton Adana, Haifa Tower Panorama, Haifa Tower Sail, Damascus Tower, Limassol Olympic Residence, Platinum Tower Beirut, Sama Beirut, Assad Palace, Haifa cooling tower, as well as Aleppo power station and La Farge factory.
Improved scenes of original objects - Limasol Port Terminal, Cyprus Ministry of Finance, Bank of Cyprus, Limasol MyMall, Paphos Kings Avenue Mall, Mall of Cyprus&IKEA, Cyprus Skyscraper, Telecommunications Authority, Larnaca Radisson Blu hotel, Nicosia General Hospital, Nicosia Kykkos Monastery, Nicosia Presidential Palace, Nicosia Selimiye II_Mosque, Adana 01burda, Adana_Park_AVM and a number of others.
Improved scenes of stadiums in Beirut, Tripoli, Damascus, Tartus, Latakia, Adana and Cyprus.
Fixed Deir ez-Zor airfield bugs.
Improved the range of disabling type objects.
3d models optimization.
Fixed civilian traffic FLIR textures.
Removed duplicate objects in Beirut scenes.
Added the name of the city of Arfin.
Known Issues - Hotfix planned
Objects moving at speed may begin to jitter after some time in mission
Improved spotting - some visual issues may be seen in certain hardware/graphical options combinations - Please report any problems to help us resolve these.
AH-64D Attitude Hold sub-modes are causing occasional oscillations in pitch and roll.
AH-64D BDA message via datalink not implemented, please do not attempt to send BDA.
F/A-18C - Possible issue with display of jamming targets on FCR page
Voice Chat - Aircraft control binds will take precedence over room mode PTT bind
Airflow effect on vegetation not fully synchronised in MP
In game scoreboard does not show kills or losses in MP
Campaigns DCS: MAD Campaign by Stone Sky
EN briefing PDF updated
DCS: MAD JF-17 Thunder Campaign by Stone Sky
EN briefing PDF updated
DCS: MAD AH-64D Campaign by Stone Sky
EN briefing PDF updated
The Museum Relic Campaign by Apache600
Mission 7 (both campaigns) - Updated waypoints for AWACS on departure so they don't crash.
DCS: F-14B Operation Sandworm Campaign by Sandman Simulations
Mission 1: AI stuck behind the cat if player is coming in for the first recovery sooner than expected – FIXED
Mission 6:
Mission scoring fixed to make sure the mission is completed after all goals are met.
MIG-21s flying without missiles - FIXED
Mission 7: MIG-21s flying without missiles - FIXED
All missions: Time acceleration reset at crucial events
P-51D: The Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Formation updates
Realistic escort tactics
Realistic Fighter-bomber comm procedures
Period correct Radio Chanellization
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Doc update
P-51D skin updates
Spitfire IX The Big Show Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Formation updates
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
P-51D skin updates
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
Bf 109 K-4 Jagdflieger Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
P-51D skin updates
DCS: P-47D Wolfpack Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Formation updates
Realistic escort tactics
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
P-47 skin updates
P-51D skin updates
More realistic fuel loads
Period correct Radio Chanellization
More realistic radios - Channel A is exclusive to the 56th FG
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
Weather tweaks
DCS: F-14A Zone 5 Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
AI given unlimited fuel to avoid problems
DCS: F-14A Fear the Bones Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
AI given unlimited fuel to avoid problems
DCS: F-14 Speed & Angels Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Trigger zone fixes
DCS: Spitfire Beware! Beware! Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Formation updates
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
DCS: Fw 190 A-8 Horrido! Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
P-51D skin updates
DCS: Mosquito FB VI - V for Victory Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
DCS: UH-1H Paradise Lost Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Gunship model adjusted for the new engine model
F-86F Hunters over the Yalu Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
DCS: F/A-18C Raven One ?ampaign by Baltic Dragon
Fixed issue with double side numbers for all the F-18C squadrons
Updated skins for F-14, E-2C and M-2000C
DCS: MAD AH-64D Campaign by Stone Sky
Fixed fuel load at cold start in all missions
DCS: UH-1H The Huey Last Show Campaign by SorelRo
NDB settings adjusted for LZ London on all the missions
Mission 10 cold start fixed
A-10C Tactical Training Qualification Campaign by Maple Flag Missions
Corrected AI Landing Issue where wingman would collide with the player's aircraft on landing.
DCS: F/A-18C Flaming Sunrise Campaign by Sandman Simulations
All missions – A complete overhaul of Enemy Air Defense Leven calculation
All missions – Some inaccurate unit callsigns – FIXED
Old side numbers in one mission - FIXED
DCS: F/A-18C Rising Squall Campaign by INVERTED
Remade all dialogue audio tracks to address the issue of audio loss caused by ME character garbled conversion - Sorry for this huge problem has affected us for a long time.
Fix lost briefing images - Same reason.
Reset M02, M08, M12 opening animations.
Add the latest ME feature of "unlimited fuel" to relevant AI aircraft.
Modify the hidden "Shortcuts" in M12- make the activation conditions stricter and Differentiate the Checkpoint version from the Initial version.
Replace all NSC version (non supercarriers DLC) carriers with the new CVN-74.
Modified some AI A2A behaviors based on the latest features of ED.
Known issue: Some Chinese dialogue in M10 will become English - fixed in later versions.
More... (https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/news/changelog/openbeta/2.9.0.46801/)
DCS: F-16C First in Weasels Over Syria Campaign by Ground Pounder Sims
DCS: MAD Black Shark Campaign by Stone Sky
New aircraft:
Mirage F-1BE addition to DCS: Mirage F-1 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdD_MPczTic).
DCS World
NEW: Added support for Nvidia DLSS. Using upscaling, Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) can dramatically improve game performance if you are Graphics Processor Unt (GPU) limited. Please note that if your CPU is limited, DLSS will have little to no performance effect. Owners of Nvidia 40-series graphics card will most benefit from this. With DLSS selected as the Upscaling option, you can further refine quality versus performance with Quality, Balance, Performance, and Ultra Performance presets. WIP
NEW: Added support for AMD FSR 2, FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) also using an upscaling algorithm to improve performance. Also like DLSS, it will have little to no effect if you are CPU-limited. WIP.
NEW: Anti-Aliasing. If Upscaling is set to OFF, three anti-aliasing modes are available.
Multi-Sampling Anti-Aliasing (MSAA)
Temporal Anti-Aliasing (TAA)
Deep Learning Anti-Aliasing (DLAA)
NEW: Added graphics option for Screen Space Shadows (SSS). This adds improved shadow detail to grass, bushes, and tree shadows. This is most evident with moving grass and tree shadows at long view distances. WIP.
NEW: Color Grading. Select between nine image color gradients that allow you to adjust the tint of the image to provide the desired effect. This can be most useful for video creators.
NEW: LOD Switch Factor. The Level of Detail (LOD) slider allows you to adjust the distance at which a unit transitions to lower level of detail models. 1 is the default value, but by setting a lower value, game performance can be increased.
NEW: Sharpening. The slider adjusts the image sharpness between 0.00 (default) and 1.00. Sharpening can help make it look crisp and clear by enhancing the edges of objects in the image. However, adding too much sharpness can actually make an image look worse, or it can lead to a loss in image detail. When using DLSS, we suggest a setting of 0.5 and 0.8-1.0 for FSR.
NEW: Cinematic Camera View - Right Control + F2. In combination with the mouse, the WASD keys can be used to move the camera forward, back, and laterally, and the Q and E keys can move the camera up and down. This allows the camera to be positioned in reference to the unit’s coordinate system, allowing much greater camera control for cinematic scenes.
NEW: 3D Models. Newly created models for the B-1B, B-52H, S-3B (S-3B Tanker to follow shortly), “Centurion” C-RAM, and SA-10 (S-300PS).
NEW: Ability to create, save, delete and rename custom weapons loadouts using in game rearm/refuel menu.
Improved “spotting dots” added (WIP):
Increased dot size at high resolutions
Zoom is not affecting dots size
In order to disable new “spotting dots” and revert to previous logic user can put “DotRendererExperiment = False” in autoexec.cfg file located in \Saved Games\DCS.openbeta\Config\
Improved Replays/Tracks: Improved track replay for human controlled aircraft by conducting more frequent continuity checks, WIP. - Note, increased track file data size when saved to disk.
NEW: Advanced Waypoint Action for Unlimited Fuel Option for AI. Please note the task must be at the top of Advanced Waypoint Actions list to make sure it works properly.
NEW: Perform Task/Strafing for aircraft and helicopters as Advanced Waypoint Action. You can now set placement, length, attack direction and attack quantity.
NEW: Added helicopter rotor downwash influence on vegetation.
Voice chat (https://youtu.be/p1wgoZL4_O0?si=LbW5OfmRSP2dO_my):
Added realistic voice filters for all radio units
Added realistic sounds at the end of transmission and effects of multipath interference
All options moved to the Audio options page
All controls moved to the Voice Chat page and aircraft pages
Fixed Voice Chat window not opening after changing the mission on the server
Fixed Master Volume and Cockpit Volume knobs not working for Voice Chat transmission
Graphics: Improved helicopter rotor dust effects.
AI Aircraft. AI runs off the end of the runway at Vaziani (Caucasus) and never attempts to turn back towards the parking ramp - fixed.
AI Aircraft. AI F-16 will not rearm at a Rearm/Refuel Waypoint - fixed
AI Aircraft. Error during radio message when helicopters passing waypoint - fixed
AI Aircraft. AWACS detects bandits and share data with radar off - fixed
AI Aircraft. After Evade Fire Horizontally is triggered, AI no longer follows waypoints - fixed
AI Aircraft. WW2 Big Formation, un-natural flight attitude - fixed
AI Aircraft. FARP takeoff with moderate wind causes AI helicopters to oscillate - fixed
AI Aircraft. Fixed. ?-47 Only one cargo is unloaded.
AI Aircraft. B-1B ground collision after takeoff in some cases.
AI Aircraft. Tornado aircraft will taxi with unfolded wings, not folded.
AI Aircraft. Fixed H-6J drag when bombs hatch.
Ground Units. Fixed - units slide down a slope.
Ground Units. Added reload sound for S-60.
Ground Units. Added belts for KORD and DSHK on pickup.
AI SAM. Fixed missile explodes after launch when the tracking fails.
Fixed: AI Helicopters in certain situations can become indestructible.
GUI Sporadic Multiplayer server list screen error when user trying to change nickname - fixed
DS. Dedicated Server crash on woCar::onNetHumanTakeControl - fixed
GUI. GUI Error when clicking on F/A-18C Lot 20 wingman in some cases. (Datalink) - fixed
GUI Error when using combination for drop down list in dynamic weather window - fixed
MT. Fix labels visibility jittering.
ME. Added the coordinate picker copy button.
Graphic. HUD casting reflections on the water surface - fixed
Caucasus Map. Human controlled vehicles drive through trees. No collisions with trees - fixed
B-1B and B-52. Corrected masses of launchers.
Incorrect positioning of the cargo after task Cargo Unload - fixed
MP. Aircraft MP phantoms. Landing gear always spinning when retracted - fixed
Graphics. When flying at high altitude, at certain angles, the aircraft, lights and even effects can be seen reflected on the water surface in the far distance - fixed
ME. “No Pylon” payload restriction does not work - fixed
Soil crater is drawn on water surface in certain cases - fixed
MT. Graphics. No ground vehicle dust/snow trail - fixed
GUI. Scale GUI messes with characters alignment - corrected
Memory leak when DCS window minimized to taskbar (both ST and MT) - fixed
ME. Refused from “???”, “???” markings for non-Westerns due to improper assignment.
AI Ships. Aircraft with start from the deck of Kuznetsov spawn in the air - fixed
Crash on track restart in some cases - fixed
JTAC. During LGB delivery JTAC marked the target with smoke instead of laser and says to use a gun - fixed
FLIR. Added radar heating.
Ships. Fixed sound for CV Kuznetsov.
VR Option. Added Controller position sliders. Ultraleap special option. Added position sliders.
MT. Trains jitter when moving - fixed
DCS Weapons
New implementation of A2A missiles (by ED) for MiG-21 and AJS-37: R-3S, R-3R, R-13, R-13M1, Rb-24/24J, and Rb-74.
Fixed inaccuracies in several versions of the AIM-9.
Added AIM-9P3 and R-60A missiles.
Fixed R-60 payload drag.
AIM-120 has a more advanced 3rd order tracking filter and double-contoured tracking loop that provide faster transient process and higher resistance to ECM blinking.
Introduced ejector mechanics for bombs.
F/A-18A. AIM-7 missile was attached to pylon 4 and 6 at wrong angle - fixed
MK-82Y. Huge aiming miss - fixed
Wind correction for CBU-105 WCMD inaccuracy - fixed
Sea Cat's and Sea Wolf's proximity fuzes are disabled by default - fixed
When dropping a CBU-97 from a low altitude, submunitions woul sometimes get stuck in the ground - fixed
BGM-109C. Incorrect name in debriefing - fixed
Kh-29 - missiles got updated FM and realistic autopilot / guidance system.
Increased dispersion of air rockets.
Updated eject/release effect of all air-to-ground weapons in China Asset Pack.
DCS: F-16C Viper by Eagle Dynamics
Improved Datalink settings. DCS: F-16C Viper | Datalink Update (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/vmPGDhcfZkk?si=Bkh8nmQQyHbPn1yD)
Improved Air-to-Air radar operating logic (https://forum.dcs.world/topic/330391-official-news-2023/?do=findComment&comment=5300979). (Details in the text of the news letter dated October 6, 2023)
Added TDOA for HTS DCS: F-16C Viper | HARM Targeting Update with TDOA (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/2rIwO0HHULc?si=Vy_pbK50vEuVvgx7)
Improve CCIP and CCRP modes.
Improve VIP/VRP options, Snowplow mode, and Sighting Point options/Cursor Slew (https://forum.dcs.world/topic/209147-viper-mini-updates/?do=findComment&comment=5288681).
Improve Range scale mechanisation in TWS/SAM modes.
Improved FM:
The characteristic of the displacement of the pressure center during the transition to supersonic has been corrected.
Improved the characteristics of turns at high altitudes. Smoothed the effect of 'bubble' when passing the transonic zone on a turn at high altitude.
G-onsets transition characteristics improved over the entire range of heights and speeds.
Added: Canopy latch hooks animation.
Fixed: TGP model not looking where it is pointing.
Fixed: 90/30 or 30/90 countermeasure count takes out 4 rounds.
Fixed: AG radar is unlikely to track a designated moving target.
Fixed: Snowplow behaviour when on the ground (weight-on-wheels).
Added BDU-50 payloads.
Added Sinai High-Aspect BFM Instant Mission.
Fixed; Offset Aimpoint 1 is set with negative elevation.
Fixed: CCRP TPOD Going into standby will result in an incorrect waypoint.
Fixed: TGP Destroyed but still functional.
Fixed: TGP behaviour when selecting target with HAD.
Fixed: Unlimited weapons creates a hung store scenario.
Fixed: FCR in GM and FZ will blank if beyond gimbal limits.
Fixed: HSD CPL should suspend when SOI.
Fixed: CCRP Toss isn't calculating correctly.
Fixed: MARK "TGP" option is not selectable under some cases.
Fixed: Incorrect ACM Boresight radar azimuth sweep behaviour.
Fixed: AG radar GMT no prolongation is present.
Fixed: Blanking issues on the FCR FZ function.
Fixed: TD Box is appearing in HUD when in STRF sub-mode.
Fixed: RWR continues to signal actual threat warnings during BIT.
Fixed: FIX not working correctly with TGP.
Fixed: SMS page not fully redraw after switching weapon.
Fixed: SEMI and AUTO countermeasures still work if RWR is turned off.
Fixed: CMDS SA and AUTO program execution.
DCS: F/A-18C by Eagle Dynamics
Improved Datalink settings. DCS: F/A-18C | Datalink Update (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/-5Mt4cDNsUI?si=FztM-A9qVetZKBE0)
Improved Air-to-Air radar operating logic. (Details in the text of the news letter dated October 6, 2023.)
Improved accuracy in CCIP and AUTO modes.
Improved TWS AUTO Scan priority.
Improved Radar AGE Setting and Functionality.
Added: CV RF alignment via datalink system. You can now align to the carrier (CV) using the datalink.
Fixed: Under wing inboard Nav light can be seen on top of the wing.
Fixed: Light on stabiliser remains in place with damage.
Fixed: Landing gear AOA lights red and amber have a cone protruding.
Fixed: Missile launch AGM-84E with an error on the course.
Fixed: Chaff-Flare count discrepancy.
Fixed: Countermeasure forward on switch strange behaviour.
Fixed: HMD icon for starred track (SA page TUC) freezes in space when SA page is not visible.
Fixed: AG radar GMT mode tracking issues.
Fixed: Weapon selection switch & radar.
Fixed: VS mode AOT zone issue.
Fixed: Exiting ACM mode will change radar settings.
Fixed: A2A Target information in HUD after switching to A2G.
Fixed: STT from VS shows no BRA and Bullseye info on the RDR ATTK page.
Fixed: Fuel dump no longer shows fuel vapour stream.
Fixed: FLIR Switch behaviour.
Fixed: STD HDG option have to be removed when align has progressed to the point when will not reduce align time.
Fixed:TDC slew doesn't work with IRMV, sensor will float away.
DCS: AH-64D by Eagle Dynamics
Added COMM Presets and Datalink Support
DCS: AH-64D Datalink Setup (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/f0tf5-ssUYo?si=ahbT9d0ydvnWCsgy)
DCS: AH-64D Datalink Messaging (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/XeWN_INosf4?si=syL10ektISX2Vn9M)
DCS: AH-64D | FARM Reports (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/aJziI-pBCrU?si=ZGmD4SIlhwOx8wJU)
EUFD Preset and Swap buttons re-enabled
Added Laser Warning Receiver DCS: AH-64D Laser Warning System (COMING SOON) (https://youtu.be/L9PXWyrvA_0?si=-Z18MkZ353G1HLv9)
Improve LMC & TSE logic (W.I.P.)
Attitude Hold Adjustments (W.I.P.)
Heading Hold Corrections.
FLT page corrections.
FUEL page corrections.
Fixed: Dead CPG not repaired properly.
Fixed: TADS jittering in TEDAC.
Fixed: Hover mode Acceleration Cue format is switching based on air speed instead of ground speed.
Fixed: ENG page is switching format under wrong conditions.
Fixed: "FUEL XFER FAIL" shows up on a normal cold start.
Fixed: White arrow icon in menu options on MFDs.
Fixed: Waypoints are displayed on TSD in ATK phase when not part of current route or ACQ.
Fixed: No rockets are detected onboard the aircraft at mission start.
Fixed: NO ROCKETS not displayed when rockets are depleted.
Fixed: Text indication corrections for WPN page Rocket symbols.
Fixed: George should not attempt to land on water.
Fixed: RTS selection is not overriding the audio mute function on the COMM panel.
Fixed: EUFD: Dots Error.
Fixed: ASE Threat symbology text size.
Fixed: TADS Field of Regard diagram with aperture error in manual.
Fixed: AGM-114L missile constraints should be 20 degrees for all targets 1000 meters or greater.
Fixed: Keyboard Unit, "T" btn doesn't work with default keyboard binding.
DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer by Eagle Dynamics
NEW: Ability to set up four members and 12 donors in Mission Editor flight group.
Fixed labels for OSB-19, OSB-20 on the MFD when the TGP is selected in FLIR mode.
Fixed AGM-65E was replaced with AGM-65L in predefined payloads for A-10C II.
Fixed AGM-65L does not remain on set LASER code after power off & on.
Fixed crash in the cockpit caused by missing pointer validity checks.
Fixed the aircraft slides with engine off and in wheel chocks in Syria, Kiryat Shmona.
Fixed Flashlight stops working when the battery is powered off.
Added rules of payload configurations for A-10A, A-10C, A-10C II: loading on STA 5 and 7 is removed when STA 6 is loaded and vice versa.
Added AN/ARC-164 shows a number on the Preset page only.
Added Special Tab Options for Throttle Slew.
Added Axis Controls for Lighting Dials.
Improved the AAR/Indexer & signal lights brightness control.
DCS: Mi-24P Hind by Eagle Dynamics
Improved: Petrovich AI target detection system realism improvement. Now time spent for target detection is impacted by how many objects are around the target (simulating that target object is harder to detect when it is not in clear field). Feature is WIP we will be adding additional dependencies like target being on road and moving and others into consideration.
Improved: FM behaviour when after stick pull helicopter entering sudden stall is tuned down.
Improved: Engines and APU synchronisation in multicrew.
Improved: Auto Start procedure adjusted.
Fixed: Autopilot desync in multicrew.
Fixed: Uncommanded main gun fire upon selection if fired another weapon earlier in multicrew.
Fixed: Stick is parked when the player switches to the operator's seat when "Simplified AI" is enabled.
Added: VOIP binds for Crew gunner profile.
DCS: F-5E Tiger II by Eagle Dynamics
Fixed: With wing off still carries payload.
DCS: F-86F Sabre by Eagle Dynamics
Fixed: Pitch trim nose down does not light up "Take-off position indicator" light.
DCS: Supercarrier by Eagle Dynamics
SpecOpt Tab. Changed the Title name.
Added possibility to correct INS by cable if CV RF is not available.
Fixed: Pilot puts arm through canopy on launch.
DCS: Spitfire LF Mk IX by Eagle Dynamics
Updated cockpit textures.
Fixed: Repair Breaks Side Door.
Fixed: Open door disappears.
DCS: P-51D Mustang by Eagle Dynamics
Fixed canopy handle glitching.
Fixed Incorrect payload available for pylons 5 and 6.
DCS: FW 190D-9 Dora by Eagle Dynamics
Weather updated in missions.
DCS Mirage F1 by Aerges New features:
Added the new Mirage F1 BE version that includes the following major features:
Full multicrew capability.
Sight repeater.
Gunpods.
Priority control for the following systems: high-lift devices, airbrake, engine emergency regulation, green radio, nav aids, and radar.
Several systems repeaters.
Added AN/ALE-40 programmer clickability and specific view settings for the Mirage F1 single seater (check the flight manual for description).
The horizontal head movement limit is extended to an extra 10 cm when the canopy is open.
Implemented sight test procedure.
Added external CC-420 gun pods to all F1 variants.
Added axis for lights and intercom volume potentiometers.
Engine:
Adjusted engine flame-out with tail wind or reversed airflow. It may happen on the ground with extreme winds and at high altitudes with out-of-envelope manoeuvres that involve reversed airflow, such as a tailslide. The RPM has to be set high to minimise the phenomenon.
The engine starter button cover is spring loaded now (will close after a time delay).
Flight model:
Slightly increased high supersonic drag to better reflect acceleration data.
Autostart/Autostop:
Fixed auto start sequence. Now the throttle is checked/moved to idle in the cabin checks phase, to avoid a hot start chance.
Fixed auto start sequence. The Emergency gyromagnetic compass switch didn't set to On.
Fixed autostop sequence. The Emergency gyromagnetic compass switch didn't set to Off.
Manual and documentation:
Fixed kneeboard checklist, updated Flight Manual normal checklist and fixed auto-startup; regarding JPT emergency regulator switch, that must be in AUTO at cockpit preparation.
Updated flight manual to include Mirage F1 BE annex and other modifications.
Miscellaneous:
Corrected slat deployment and retraction routine to have the right slat deflection.
Now it is possible to select both radios for radio transmission on the Radio Selector Panel. Use keyboard or joystick buttons to press and hold more than one knob at once.
Fixed INS alignment error problems in certain conditions: when loading/unloading payloads, with wind/turbulence, MP...
Several 3D model and texture updates.
Fixed brake chute being self-deployed disregarding the handle position, after the aircraft repair is complete.
Fixed several single and quickstart missions (mainly due to missing pre-programmed radio channels or changed radio frequencies in South Atlantic terrain).
Selected radio for transmission (the radio background color) in Voice Chat will be displayed correctly now, when the aircraft was entered hot, while the server simulation has not started yet (server still paused).
Fixed sight camera position (it was not centred with the sight).
Known issues:
Radio doesn’t work (it can’t be heard) when starting a hot mission. Workaround: cycle the “Function selector” switch, I.e. switch it to OFF (AR) and then back to one of the operating modes: Main (PAL) or Main+Guard (PAL+G).
DCS: C-101 Aviojet by AvioDev
Radio stations status (yellow indicator) and Selected radio for transmission (the radio background color) in Voice Chat will be displayed correctly now, when the aircraft was entered hot, while the server simulation has not started yet (server still paused).
Selected radio for transmission (the radio background color) in Voice Chat will be displayed correctly now, when the aircraft was entered hot, while the server simulation has not started yet (server still paused).
DCS: F-15E Suite 4+ by RAZBAM Simulations 3D Models and Textures
Fixed: Incorrect texture used on exterior pilot.
Fixed: Intake bleeding through.
Fixed "SPARE LIGHTS" work in NVG Filter effect.
Fixed: Emergency Oxy Hose to align during seat height adjustment (Both Seats).
Added: VR Pilot's head shadow in cockpit (First Person/Both Seats).
Added: 494th Panthers 91-324 'El Jefe" Livery.
Added: 492nd Mad Hatters 91-321 "LOKI" Livery.
Added: Cavity maps for Default Cockpit.
Added: More polygons to Engine Nacelles.
Added: Lower end GPU/VRAM option in Special Options settings. (lower image quality)
Updated: Enhanced AO maps for Cockpit.
Updated: Pilot's Hand interaction on Throttle for future animations.
Improved: Internal 3D model material name changes.
Improved: Mirror FOV.
Improved: Flap and Gear Indicator Light.
Avionics
Added: TFR (requires AAQ-13 Navigation Pod)
Added: modifiable steerpoint MEA in UFC and Mission Editor
Added: Delete steerpoint by selecting "0" steerpoint on UFC
Added: INS based wind estimation
Added: Any waypoint (Routes A/B/C, offsets, base, bullseyes, avoidance, mark, list) can be added in ME
Added: List points can be bound to steer points
Fixed: UFC input works without electric power.
Fixed: markpoints starting at M0
Fixed: active route display on A/G radar map
Fixed: bug where TWS freezes the radar in presence of AoJ returns
Fixed: TWS struggling to convert a HoJ track into full track in some cases
Fixed: Pressing PB1 on SP edit page past last route point
Fixed: Blank steerpoint (zero coordinates) showing on maps and selectable on sensors
Fixed: TSD route switching
Fixed: ASL wrong with INS drift
Fixed: Incorrect ASL behaviour with aircraft roll
Fixed: WSO LANTIRN TGP HOTAS behaviour
Fixed: RWR Volume control not working
Fixed: A/A TACAN distance readout shows two decimals (X.XX) when it should be one (X.X)
Fixed: Missing hyphen in HUD bullseye
Fixed: HSI ground track diamond is cyan, not amber on the MPCD
Fixed: RADALT issues
Fixed: Bad display of radar altimeter height on HUD repeater
Fixed: RP MPL qty should be total, not per station
Fixed: Erratic head movement fighting and not syncing properly in multi-crew for 2nd crewmember
Adjusted: INS drift rate
Updated: ILS volume set to OFF at mission start
Updated: AP roll authority increased from 2 to 5 deg
Improved: AP steering & wind corrections
Improved: BOT aiming
Improved: Radar Altimeter
Added: VOIP radio definitions
Fixed: VOIP Push-To-Talk keybinds for both Pilot and WSO.
Fixed: TFR flyup MC sync
Fixed: CDIP BOT release
Updated: CDIP ballistics
Updated: RPL release
Missions
Added: LANTIRN targeting pod basics training mission
Added: South Atlantic - Operation SIlent Strike
DCS: AV-8B N/A by RAZBAM Simulations
Fixed Bomb release MULT logic.
Fixed Rockets firing sequence when using single fire mode.
Fixed AUTO release cue behaviour
Fixed: VOIP Push-To-Talk keybinds
DCS: M-2000C by RAZBAM Simulations
Fixed BLG-66 BELUGA aiming.
Fixed Damage to SABRE and SERVAL.
DCS: MB-339 by IndiaFoxtEcho Visual Simulations
Fixed: aircraft explosion while taxing
Fixed: aircraft explosion in some cases while performing aerobatic manoeuvres
Fixed: aircraft wings break too easy during high G turns
Fixed: mission editor special options missing
Fixed: canopy too dark
Updated: Flight Manual
DCS: JF-17 by Deka Ironwork Simulations
Fixed: LS-6 and GB-6 do not fly to target
Fixed: JF-17 fuel probe weight (thanks to Wyvern for fix)
Fixed: lasercode set in ME not applied for all pylons
Fixed: Axis TDC move too fast in AG radar DBS modes
Fixed: external/cockpit texture norm dds files
Fixed: WMD7 textures
Fixed: WMD7 SP/SLAVE toggle issue
Fixed: trim lights init state
Fixed: should fix FFB input issue
Tweaked: refined CL CD breakpoints
Tweaked: WMD7 can be turned on only under AG master mode per updated info
Updated: WMD7 name to AVIC WMD7 for ME sorted loadout list
DCS: SA-342 Gazelle by Polychop Simulations
Fixed: Multicrew erratic Viviane and Periscope behaviour
Fixed: Multicrew pilot heads desync
Fixed: Multicrew Viviane and periscope desync
Fixed: Multicrew Hi/Lo FOV anomalies on periscope
Fixed: Rotor flap sound
Fixed: Flight model excessive roll
Fixed: Missing axis / incorrect axis labelling for the radio volume knobs
Fixed: Floating Clip from Pilot 3D model present on Mike variant
Fixed: ALV/CVS lights were washed out
Fixed: Bright periscope at night
Fixed: Player controlled Gazelle did not react to loss of tail section
Fixed: OD Community and Lebanese Air Force liveries were not country specific
Added: Keybinds for nav / strobe lights
Added: Keybinds for handing over controls in multicrew
Added: UHF and VHF AM radio selection bindings
Added: Grey / Green UK Army Air Corps livery by Mispunt
Added: Grey / Green UK Marines livery by Mispunt
Added: Green / Black UK Army Air Corps livery by Mispunt
Added: Green / Black UK Army Air Corps UN livery by Mispunt
Added: Green / Black UK Royal Marines livery by Mispunt
Added: UK Army Air Corps BATUS livery by Mispunt
Added: UK Army Air Corps BATUS Orange livery by Mispunt
DCS F-14 Tomcat by Heatblur Simulations
Fixed SUU-25 Ejection
Fixed Tomcat Link 4 TDS frequency not aligned with DCS Mission Editor Link 4 frequency setting.
Added SEAD settable as a task for the F-14 (which allows F-14 AI to use TALDs again and fixes Refoger I mission 5 not progressing).
Potential fix for TCS showing black screen for some clients in Multithreading on certain maps.
Fixed various shader rendering and performance issues with the DDD.
DCS AJS-37 Viggen by Heatblur Simulations
Updated all Swedish Sidewinders to use new Eagle Dynamics Sidewinder implementations.
Fixed RB-04 fuze not always working correctly.
Corrected shimmering on the canopy rim in some lighting situations.
Updated RB-04 explosive power.
Flaming Cliffs 3 by Eagle Dynamics
Module icon labels "Beta" removed for F-15C, Su-27, Su-33, MiG-29
Su-27/33/MiG-29 IRST sometimes gives launch authorization when it should not - fixed
WWII Asset Pack by Eagle Dynamics
WWII Assets Pack. B-17G. Added new liveries from the contest.
Combined Arms by Eagle Dynamics
Added: 2 basic Anti-Aircraft Training missions (Red - Caucasus, Blue - Marianas).
Added "trajectory forecast" for modern SPAAG.
Added the ability for the player to transport infantry.
DCS: South Atlantic by RAZBAM Simulations Assets Pack:
Fixed - ARA Santa Fe Collision Shell
Fixed - ARA Santa Fe LOD disappearing.
South Atlantic Terrain:
Optimisation across all cities to improve performance
Additional models across the map
Coastline refinement
DCS: Marianas by Eagle Dynamics
Added New Instant Action Missions for some (more to come) modules including:
TF-51D
P-47D
Spitfire
F/A-18C
Mosquito
Fw 190D-9
Fw 190A-8
DCS: The Channel Map by Eagle Dynamics
Fixed hedgerow models wind flexibility
DCS: Syria Map by Ugra Media
Optimization of night lighting the number of light sources on roads and blocks was reduced.
Optimization of night lighting of objects.
Optimization of city blocks was performed - the number of fences and trees was reduced.
Added destruction models for original objects - terminals of Beirut, Damascus, Aleppo, Gaziantep, Paphos, Nicosia, Adana Hilton, Sheraton Adana, Haifa Tower Panorama, Haifa Tower Sail, Damascus Tower, Limassol Olympic Residence, Platinum Tower Beirut, Sama Beirut, Assad Palace, Haifa cooling tower, as well as Aleppo power station and La Farge factory.
Improved scenes of original objects - Limasol Port Terminal, Cyprus Ministry of Finance, Bank of Cyprus, Limasol MyMall, Paphos Kings Avenue Mall, Mall of Cyprus&IKEA, Cyprus Skyscraper, Telecommunications Authority, Larnaca Radisson Blu hotel, Nicosia General Hospital, Nicosia Kykkos Monastery, Nicosia Presidential Palace, Nicosia Selimiye II_Mosque, Adana 01burda, Adana_Park_AVM and a number of others.
Improved scenes of stadiums in Beirut, Tripoli, Damascus, Tartus, Latakia, Adana and Cyprus.
Fixed Deir ez-Zor airfield bugs.
Improved the range of disabling type objects.
3d models optimization.
Fixed civilian traffic FLIR textures.
Removed duplicate objects in Beirut scenes.
Added the name of the city of Arfin.
Known Issues - Hotfix planned
Objects moving at speed may begin to jitter after some time in mission
Improved spotting - some visual issues may be seen in certain hardware/graphical options combinations - Please report any problems to help us resolve these.
AH-64D Attitude Hold sub-modes are causing occasional oscillations in pitch and roll.
AH-64D BDA message via datalink not implemented, please do not attempt to send BDA.
F/A-18C - Possible issue with display of jamming targets on FCR page
Voice Chat - Aircraft control binds will take precedence over room mode PTT bind
Airflow effect on vegetation not fully synchronised in MP
In game scoreboard does not show kills or losses in MP
Campaigns DCS: MAD Campaign by Stone Sky
EN briefing PDF updated
DCS: MAD JF-17 Thunder Campaign by Stone Sky
EN briefing PDF updated
DCS: MAD AH-64D Campaign by Stone Sky
EN briefing PDF updated
The Museum Relic Campaign by Apache600
Mission 7 (both campaigns) - Updated waypoints for AWACS on departure so they don't crash.
DCS: F-14B Operation Sandworm Campaign by Sandman Simulations
Mission 1: AI stuck behind the cat if player is coming in for the first recovery sooner than expected – FIXED
Mission 6:
Mission scoring fixed to make sure the mission is completed after all goals are met.
MIG-21s flying without missiles - FIXED
Mission 7: MIG-21s flying without missiles - FIXED
All missions: Time acceleration reset at crucial events
P-51D: The Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Formation updates
Realistic escort tactics
Realistic Fighter-bomber comm procedures
Period correct Radio Chanellization
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Doc update
P-51D skin updates
Spitfire IX The Big Show Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Formation updates
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
P-51D skin updates
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
Bf 109 K-4 Jagdflieger Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
P-51D skin updates
DCS: P-47D Wolfpack Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Formation updates
Realistic escort tactics
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
P-47 skin updates
P-51D skin updates
More realistic fuel loads
Period correct Radio Chanellization
More realistic radios - Channel A is exclusive to the 56th FG
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
Weather tweaks
DCS: F-14A Zone 5 Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
AI given unlimited fuel to avoid problems
DCS: F-14A Fear the Bones Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
AI given unlimited fuel to avoid problems
DCS: F-14 Speed & Angels Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Trigger zone fixes
DCS: Spitfire Beware! Beware! Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Formation updates
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
DCS: Fw 190 A-8 Horrido! Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
P-51D skin updates
DCS: Mosquito FB VI - V for Victory Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Earth Curvature factored in when contacting Air Sea Rescue
DCS: UH-1H Paradise Lost Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
Gunship model adjusted for the new engine model
F-86F Hunters over the Yalu Campaign by Reflected Simulations
Time acceleration auto reset when something happens
DCS: F/A-18C Raven One ?ampaign by Baltic Dragon
Fixed issue with double side numbers for all the F-18C squadrons
Updated skins for F-14, E-2C and M-2000C
DCS: MAD AH-64D Campaign by Stone Sky
Fixed fuel load at cold start in all missions
DCS: UH-1H The Huey Last Show Campaign by SorelRo
NDB settings adjusted for LZ London on all the missions
Mission 10 cold start fixed
A-10C Tactical Training Qualification Campaign by Maple Flag Missions
Corrected AI Landing Issue where wingman would collide with the player's aircraft on landing.
DCS: F/A-18C Flaming Sunrise Campaign by Sandman Simulations
All missions – A complete overhaul of Enemy Air Defense Leven calculation
All missions – Some inaccurate unit callsigns – FIXED
Old side numbers in one mission - FIXED
DCS: F/A-18C Rising Squall Campaign by INVERTED
Remade all dialogue audio tracks to address the issue of audio loss caused by ME character garbled conversion - Sorry for this huge problem has affected us for a long time.
Fix lost briefing images - Same reason.
Reset M02, M08, M12 opening animations.
Add the latest ME feature of "unlimited fuel" to relevant AI aircraft.
Modify the hidden "Shortcuts" in M12- make the activation conditions stricter and Differentiate the Checkpoint version from the Initial version.
Replace all NSC version (non supercarriers DLC) carriers with the new CVN-74.
Modified some AI A2A behaviors based on the latest features of ED.
Known issue: Some Chinese dialogue in M10 will become English - fixed in later versions.
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