DCS F/A-18C

[Yskonyn]

Well, things like if the pitching and rolling of the deck is simulated, the ball (which you answered), LSO comms, things like that.

Sea state is modelled in DCS, but I am not sure the vessel reacts to that yet. I am sure about it being a planned feature though.

ATC (and LSO) comms will see a big overhaul in a future version. At the moment its the same basic shit that has been in since Flaming Cliffs. Not much.

[Jarhead0331]

Anyone have any info on optimal settings for conventional bombs? How should fuse, drag, etc. options be set for the various munitions, like Mk82s, CBUs, etc.?

I tried some CCIP target practice yesterday and my rockeyes were coming off the rails well, but didn't seem to be detonating with the proper effect. My Mk82s were also landing on target, but weren't very effective either. Not much of a BOOM.

[JudgeDredd]

I haven't progressed to dropping ordinance yet - sorry

Maybe this will help?

[Toonces]

@ Yassy - that's unfortunate about the sea state modeling and comms.  I know that modeling carrier operations was one of the big things that ED had in store for them when they decided on the Hornet.  I'm glad the went with what they have rather than holding off on releasing the Hornet; it seems like a lot of folks are really enjoying it.  I'm going to have to check out some videos here at some point.  Right now I have all this stuff on hold until I finish my relocation and get my rig reconfigured at the new house...a couple more months at least.

@ Wybough - yes, I was in VP-30 for qualification in the P-3.  I haven't made it back to Jax since.

[Yskonyn]

Correction on the sea state reaction of the carrier: aparently my wingmates have corrected me and claim the carrier definately is moving on the waves. 👌🏻

[Nefaro]

Anyone have any info on optimal settings for conventional bombs? How should fuse, drag, etc. options be set for the various munitions, like Mk82s, CBUs, etc.?

I tried some CCIP target practice yesterday and my rockeyes were coming off the rails well, but didn't seem to be detonating with the proper effect. My Mk82s were also landing on target, but weren't very effective either. Not much of a BOOM.

DCS' explosions are underwhelming because:

1)  Fragmentation isn't properly modeled.  I keep hearing that bomb frag isn't implemented at all.

2)  The effective overpressure wave area seems a bit smaller than it probably should be regarding soft targets.


As for bomb settings, just arm Nose & Tail fuses for everything.  The rest is preference and attack profile related.

I've also heard that Rockeyes were extra broken, back when I was trying to drop them from the Mirage and asked some people why they were so ineffective.  Guess they still haven't fixed them..?

[Jarhead0331]

Anyone have any info on optimal settings for conventional bombs? How should fuse, drag, etc. options be set for the various munitions, like Mk82s, CBUs, etc.?

I tried some CCIP target practice yesterday and my rockeyes were coming off the rails well, but didn't seem to be detonating with the proper effect. My Mk82s were also landing on target, but weren't very effective either. Not much of a BOOM.

DCS' explosions are underwhelming because:

1)  Fragmentation isn't properly modeled.  I keep hearing that bomb frag isn't implemented at all.

2)  The effective overpressure wave area seems a bit smaller than it probably should be regarding soft targets.


As for bomb settings, just arm Nose & Tail fuses for everything.  The rest is preference and attack profile related.

I've also heard that Rockeyes were extra broken, back when I was trying to drop them from the Mirage and asked some people why they were so ineffective.  Guess they still haven't fixed them..?

The fuse and arming options in the Hornet are more complex. There are menus for mechanical and electronic fuses and then various options for each. I need data on which type of fuse each weapon system has. This data is not in the EA manual.

[Yskonyn]

If its not in the EA manual then its a safe bet it isnt implemented yet. Perhaps the options show up on the DDI but lots of stuff isnt 'plugged in' yet.

As for theory on the settings. Check out the 476th vFG's Weapon Facts sheets Freely downloadable from their site.
http://www.476vfightergroup.com/downloads.php

[Jarhead0331]

If its not in the EA manual then its a safe bet it isnt implemented yet. Perhaps the options show up on the DDI but lots of stuff isnt 'plugged in' yet.

As for theory on the settings. Check out the 476th vFG's Weapon Facts sheets Freely downloadable from their site.
http://www.476vfightergroup.com/downloads.php

Sweet! Thanks for the link.

[Jarhead0331]

JD...have you seen this thread? I think it will solve your comms problem.

https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=211683

Apparently, easy comms are bugged presently. "\" doesn't work in the air. Must use Comm1 and Comm2 commands... "RALT+\" and "RCTRL+\"

[Yskonyn]

Let me add that the Carrier's comms are not functional yet either.

[JudgeDredd]

JD...have you seen this thread? I think it will solve your comms problem.

https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=211683

Apparently, easy comms are bugged presently. "\" doesn't work in the air. Must use Comm1 and Comm2 commands... "RALT+\" and "RCTRL+\"

No I haven't. I'll give it a look thanks.

Another issue I noticed before is some keys need remapping. A prime (and relevant) example is comms. The key bind for the radio is \ - however, it doesn't work on my system and when I go in to check the mapping, and press the \ key, it puts OEM102 in the box.

I'm going a-scouting to see if there's a fix for this.

[Yskonyn]

That is directly related to easy comms.
\ is the easy comms radio key, or when not using radio comms its the Intercom / Voice key.
Easy comms aparently is bugged atm, so thats why \ doesnt do anything.
Also, don't expect any reply from the Carrier; its comms arent workingeither.

[Pete Dero]

JD...have you seen this thread? I think it will solve your comms problem.

https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=211683

Apparently, easy comms are bugged presently. "\" doesn't work in the air. Must use Comm1 and Comm2 commands... "RALT+\" and "RCTRL+\"

No I haven't. I'll give it a look thanks.

Another issue I noticed before is some keys need remapping. A prime (and relevant) example is comms. The key bind for the radio is \ - however, it doesn't work on my system and when I go in to check the mapping, and press the \ key, it puts OEM102 in the box.

I'm going a-scouting to see if there's a fix for this.

This might help a bit

Rest of the tutorial playlist : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3kOAM2N1YJc5x-z99XdX-XxWg4I0Of-a

[Jarhead0331]