DCS: Missing AIM-120 Loading Options - Fixed

I just tried out the Mig-21 and the F/A-18C and they are looking good. The Mig is back and the cockpit is looking nice ( just turn the brightness on the warning lights down and you can see the texts). But the big thing is with the F/A-18C.

That "Missing AIM-120 loading options - fixed" on the last update has two parts.

First: the AIM-120B can be loaded on ALL pylons now, not just the two fuselage and the two outer pylons. That's a nice update. You can also load 2 120B's on each wing pylon. So you can now get 10 AIM-120B's on your Hornet.

Second: the AIM-120C is already available on the plane. That's right, we were teased that it would be on the next big update. But, instead they put it in the Hotfix. A nice little surprise if I do say so myself. I just tried it out and downed a Mig-29 and a Su-25. My AI wingman didn't do anything but distract the Mig-29 but that's what he's there for.

So, go ahead. Load up DCS and yell "FOX THREE!!!!" at your computer while you put those pesky Mig and Su fighters in their place. Just don't wake up the neighbors.

Happy flying everyone.

DCS: SURPRISE!!!!!

About four days ago I posted an update saying that said Eagle Dynamics was going to release the Yak-52 this month. And here it is! Out of pure honesty I expected the traditional pre-order period and then the actual release, however, ED has forgone the pre-order and went straight to release. It's a nice little plane and, so far, the only prop driven plane that is not a tail dragger that you are able to fly in DCS.

Personally, I'm not one for aerobatics and trainers. So, you can bet I won't be adding this to my arsenal, but if you like to role-play in your games and want to start off as a fresh Russian pilot then go ahead. Or if you simply like prop driven aerobatics then take a look at it. It's $39.99 which is significantly lower in price compared to the Hornet.

That was the first surprise. The next surprise? With the Hotfix update that was just released we can, once again, fly our beloved Mig-21's and SA342's. I expected those to be fixed in next weeks full feature update but they pushed it through along with getting DCS ready for the Yak. This is a very welcome surprise and I'll be jumping in my Mig-21 in just a few minutes. (I love that plane).

There are a few other things that were updated with this Hotfix so here's the list:

DCS World
* 4th client will not explodes when appears on carrier deck.
* ME. Added option to select which CAT a client or player spawns on.

DCS F/A-18C Hornet
* Corrected AIM-120 HUD symbol.
* Added Rmin, Rne, and Rmax indications on radar display.
* Missing AIM-120 loading options - fixed.
* Corrected AIM-120 loadout mass and drag.
* Wings will be folded in the spawn on the carrier parking hot.

Campaigns
* Spitfire Epsom Campaign. Update to all 12 missions that adds drop tanks and bombs to Spitfire flights where appropriate. It also adds a section on dive bombing tactics to the mission 2 and mission 12 briefing.
* Viggen Red Flag Campaign. Update to lineup cards for mission 2-10.

I'm curious as to what the "Missing AIM-120 loading options - fixed" is. I'll be checking that out shortly also. I hope they fix the second wire on the Stennis soon. I keep catching that wire and being flung off the carrier because that wire warps backwards.

Well, enjoy the updates and pick up that Yak for those who like learning by the numbers or just want to do some stunts.

Happy flying in the (not so) friendly skies.

DCS Update: F/A-18C with AIM-120B's

Eagle Dynamics has just pushed through an update for the Open Beta version today and they have a little surprise for everyone. Something that they didn't include in their log. That's the addition of the AIM-120B's to the Hornet. We've known for a while that they are going to add the AIM-120C but that won't be for at least another week or so. To tide us over they have included the 120B. Now you can only equiq 4 120B's on the Hornet at the moment. From what we've seen from ED we will be able to include 10 AIM-120C's when everything is said and done. For now, 4 120B's and 2 AIM-7's will do.

The updates don't come without a cost, unfortunately. After this current update we are not able to fly the Mig-21bis or the SA342. Unfortunately Magnitude and Polychops did not submit the needed dll's on-time so it's going to be awhile before we will be able to fly them again. Hopefully ED won't push this update out to the stable version before those dll's are in.

As for the rest of the changes:

DCS World
-Corrected an airdrome surface marking in the ME satellite view.
--The helicopters will land on the CVN-70 deck.
The helicopter doesn't perform the task Ground Escort in some cases - fixed.
MP. Net phantom long teleportation for new client - partially fixed (WIP).
-Eliminated the strange manoeuvres of AI aircraft after attack a target in group.
-SAM and AA missiles. The system of variable coefficients of proportional navigation is implemented. Only for MIM-104 Patriot so far. WIP.

DCS F/A-18C Hornet
-When Using Custom Cockpit Livery other than Default, the Default will not to Load simultaneously.
---HUD glass has become lighter.
Corrected Radar Page TDC Control.
Implemented the Maximum aspect cue.

DCS AJS-37 Viggen by Heatblur Simulations
-Fixed crashing issue on aircraft re-initialization (respawn, refly)
-Fixed crashing issue due to ELINT page dump
-Fixed crashing issue due to Radar texture memory issues
-Reworked overall Sidewinder seeker behaviour.
-Increased Rb-74 (AIM-9L) all-aspect capabilities.
-Fixed RB24J (AIM-9P) to be properly rear-aspect.
-Re-added kneeboard settings page
-Fixed trim on ground start - now defaults to 3 degrees
-Added realtime mirror rendering
-Added clickable helpers to disable mirrors
-Completed release candidate of flight manual
-Viggen canopy glass now uses glass shader - compatibility with Kegety's VR mod
-Viggen canopy glass raindrop effect added
-Overhauled night lighting
-Improved accuracy of all bombing modes/sights (sans Dive bombing)

DCS Hawk T1 by VEAO
-New cockpit 3D model
Info on missing files for this update: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217162
-NOTE: Parking brake has moved to right hand panel towards the rear behind the map box.
-New PBR cockpit textures
-Cockpit night lighting bug fix
-Cockpit performance tweaks (better FPS)
-Cockpit further enhancements for VR
-Keyboard and Joystick Controls updated for night lighting

DCS Spitfire IX
-When you call the Input Panel in the game will open the correct profile of the Spitfire modification.

DCS Ka-50
-Training missions added CN voiceover

Campaigns
-A-10C Operation Piercing Fury - Mission 08: Removed some trees blocking target view. Mission 14: Removed trees, adjusted AI helicopter landing logic, adjusted enemy vehicle waypoint logic. Mission 15: Removed trees along main road, fixed friendly helicopter landing / timing, and bomb in zone for bridge trigger (GBU-12).
-P-51D Charnwood Campaign - added RU localization.

There's quite a lot but the download was quick for me. And that's coming from someone using PLDT's standard service so it shouldn't take too long for anyone else.

Until we can fly the Fishbed or Gazelle again...
have fun firing those 120B's off the Hornet.