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27 nov
2019
Added initial release of DCS Voice Chat

DCS World
DCS: F/A-18C Hornet
DCS: F-16C Viper
  • Jettison will no longer break SAM designation or STT Lock.
  • Added damage as a result of an overload of G-forces
  • Track While Scan (TWS)
  • Data Link (Link-16 with MIDS)
  • External Lights (wip)
  • Countermeasures Dispenser System (CMDS) manual option programming
  • Fixed countermeasures rearming.
  • Fixed dispensing on both press and release by wall dispense button.
  • Corrected RWS Contact Symbols. Now contact displayed as a small square with velocity vector.
  • Now radar scan area centered about cursor.
  • Radar cursor is drawn below friendly and foe contacts - fixed.
  • FCR tracks bugged target up to 20 degrees outside antenna limits - fixed.
  • FCR cursor jumps from page edge to center even at max/min range scale - fixed.
  • Added missing SAI pitch trim scale and arrow on the knob.
  • Corrected antenna elevation axis.
  • Added 300 gal centerline fuel tank.
  • Adjusted payloads drag.
  • MFD Clips text on SMS page - fixed.
  • The eject sequence animation has been adjusted.
  • Adjusting the seat animation by height corrected.
  • Added radio-commands for radar usage to wingmen.
  • Improved cockpit interior lighting at night.
  • Added MPO test function.
  • Added AUTO Steerpoint sequence function.
  • Long press of the NWS/MSL Step button will now cycle the missile type.
  • HMCS enable/disable corrected such that it is only DMS switch aft now.
  • AoA indexer lights control added.
  • Tadpole (sherm) logic adjusted.
  • Adjusted engine nozzle animation for short, fast throttle changes.
  • Added Steerpoint and Heading autopilot modes.
  • Steerpoints now start at Steerpoint 1, there is no Steerpoint 0.

DCS: MiG-21bis by Magnitude 3 LLC
  • Added Phase 1 Radar glass screen cover.
  • Added Phase 1 Radar indicator lights.
  • Added Phase 1 T-4, T-6, and T-10 indicator lights.

DCS: Christen Eagle II by Magnitude 3 LLC
  • Fixed propeller animation at idle.

DCS: C-101 by AvioDev
  • Engine won't stall now when using emergency fuel lever with engine computer off.
  • Now it's not so easy to get engine stall when moving throttle abruptly is engine computer is off.
  • Changed the name of "computer total failure" for "failure of auto and manual modes (back-up mode)".
  • Added specific normal inverter and standby inverter failures, apart from both inverters failure already present.
  • Implemented caution lights of normal and standby inverter failure.
  • Normal and standby inverters failure logic:
    -After a failure of normal inverter there is an automatic switching to standby inverter, if CB Normal Inverter is IN.
    -When there is an inverter failure, the corresponding caution light will illuminate, unless the pilot sets the inverter switch to the position of the working inverter.
  • Added several new liveries made by "Etten" for Chile and Spain.

DCS M-2000C by RAZBAM
  • 3D Model: RWR display cutting off symbology fixed
  • 3D Model: PCA CAS button texture changed
  • Coding: RWR & Radar threat library update
  • Coding: Covered switches behavior fix

DCS Fw 190 A-8
  • Eliminated black stripe artefact that was displayed after pilot ejection.

DCS Mi-8MTV2
  • Pilots not die at external view - fixed.
  • Good old mission "A Hop from MinVody" (Russian voiceovers) is remade and available from Single Mission menu.

DCS Combined Arms
  • Clients unable to assign fire at point tasks via Combined Arms for units dynamically spawned in multiplayer - fixed.

DCS F-14B by Heatblur Simulations
  • NEW: Introducing NAVGRID for the TID
  • Added Jester functionality for Navgrid
  • Added Navgrid section to the manual
  • Make Jester switch to wide FOV on TCS more reliably when target becomes too large, including when TCS is tracking without radar STT
  • Increased IR signature for the F-14
  • Added AIM-7MH (aka AIM-7M H-build) to loadout
  • Further tweaks to Afterburner cone pending new afterburner effects
  • Fixed triggers for "HB Tomcat Iran Flogger Faceoff Coop" mission
  • Fix for IP to TGT settings not synced in multicrew (for CMPTR/IP bombing)
  • TCS: you can now fire phoenix and sparrow missiles on targets that have the radar slaved to TCS; WIP/not yet implemented: lock azimuth to TCS angle for RDR supersearch
  • Removed baking residue from cookies: black helmet knob shadow removed on default liveries.
  • Show more accurate radar altimeter reading on carrier deck
  • Allow hooking datalink targets on TID in all radar modes
  • Fix: Allow half-action HCU slewing in TV mode to override slave to STT for TCS direction
  • Fixed floating RIO mirror
  • Fix HUD glow visibility
  • Fix RIO console & instrument light brightness step keybinds
  • Increased brightness of LANTIRN panel lights & text
  • Increased brightness of RIO cockpit buttons/controls
  • Tweaked missile loadout drag values on all stations
  • Fixed double fuel weight assigned to ac on carrier spawn
  • Possible fix to right engine not starting on spawn
  • Improved lead pursuit steering solution for missile launches
  • Fixes to TALD loadout definition for Jester menu naming
  • Fixes to TALD drag influence
  • Fix CTD when trying to enter lat/long for location hook


Known issues
Known issue: track reproducing crash when Voice Chat option is set ON
Workaround: set the checkbox 'Voice Chat' in OPTIONS -> SOUND to OFF
13 nov
2019
DCS World
  • MP. Restored direct connect by IP.
  • MP. Fixed direct connect by DNS-name.
  • Error window appears on request picture calls to AWACS (F5) - fixed

DCS M-2000C by RAZBAM
  • Cockpit Textures:

    - Updated and Added all New textures
    - Added English cockpit livery
    - Changed Textures to match the color of modern Cockpits used today in the Ada
    - Remapped new items and altered existing items older Cockpit Mods will not work!
  • 3D Model:

    - Removed older VHF Analog Radio
    - Added newer VHF Digital Radio
    - Changed UHF Radio to be more accurate
    - Added Hand Lantern
    - Changed "Sec Carb" Cover to be more accurate
    - Removed Pneumatic Hammers from Canopy Frame (not in operations anymore)
    - Changed Canopy Frame to be more accurate
    - Changed Ejection Seat adjustment operation
    - Changed Ejection Seat Harness
    - Added Gun Camera Wiring
    - Added NVG Filters
    - Added NVG Goggle Mount and Goggles with Carry Bag
    - Removed older Eclair Control Unit
    - Added new ECM Indicator
    - Added/Remodeled various items within the existing 3D model for better edges/shapes and accuracy
    - Added JVN/NVG Switch for Night Operations with NVG
    - Changed the Flood Lights now used with modern Cockpits used today in the Ada
  • Coding:

    - Added F-16c to RWR database
    - Implemented new Radio
    - Implemented new ECM
    - Changed Radio stations to match real aircraft - Now 1-20
    - Correct Spacing on INS Panel Display
    - Enabled Easy Comms with new radio
    - Enabled new EEF Button to mute warning lights to match real airframe
    - Enabled new NVG’s with multi position interactions

DCS AV-8B by RAZBAM
  • Cockpit Textures:

    - Fixed Spelling mistakes
  • Coding:

    - Corrected drag index calculations
    - Implemented Bingo for VREST page
    - Implemented Cruise for VREST page
    - Added F-16c to RWR database

12 nov
2019
DCS World
  • Distant sand storm effect will not overlap a smoke effect that is close to player.
  • Distant sand storm effect will not overlap a HUD glass.
  • HUD only view (LAlt+F1). Kneeboard is disabled by default.
  • Semi active missiles will not produced crash of game in some conditions.
  • FPS decreases significantly during server list refresh - fixed.

DCS C-101 by AvioDev
  • Added Fuel Enrichment Button functionality.
  • Linked C-101EB idle click-spot to throttle model.
  • Normal brakes are lost now when hydraulic power is lost. Braking only available through parking brake.
  • Fuel enrichment will only work if engine computer is ON.
  • Added engine computer failure (manual mode).
  • Improved clock needles 3D model.
  • Throttle friction wheel can now be assigned to keyboard and joystick.
  • Removed throttle friction wheel from rear cockpit.

DCS Fw 190 A-8
  • Added the ability to assign radiator open/close function to the keyboard

DCS F/A-18C Hornet
  • Fixed skins: VFA-106 and VFA-106 high visibility.

DCS A-10A
  • Kneeboard in HUD only view (LAlt+F1) will not overlap TV screen, moved to left side.

DCS Ka-50
  • Shkval optics will not track targets that are obstructed by buildings.

DCS Spitfire IX
  • Corrected engine sounds.

Campaigns
  • UH-1H Worlds Apart - Spring 2025 Campaign by Low-Level-Heaven Mission Development. Updated missions 7, 8, 9.
  • The Museum Relic Campaign by Apache600. Updated MiG-15 and F-86F skins.

DCS MiG-19P by Razbam
  • Increased automatic flaps up behavior to 500 kmh and allow flaps to come back down when speed is reduced and still commanded down
  • MiG-19P Paintkit
  • Russian flight manual
  • Weathered and Factory fresh cockpit textures officially added. Selectable now from the module special options (you can delete the mod as it´s included in the module now)
  • New main menu and loading screen wallpapers
  • New cockpit and external model with VR improvements
  • Fixed seated pilot being ejected 500 meters away from the cockpit

DCS World
  • Distant sand storm effect will not overlap a smoke effect that is close to player.
  • Distant sand storm effect will not overlap a HUD glass.
  • HUD only view (LAlt+F1). Kneeboard is disabled by default.
  • Semi active missiles will not produced crash of game in some conditions.
  • FPS decreases significantly during server list refresh - fixed.

DCS C-101 by AvioDev
  • Added Fuel Enrichment Button functionality.
  • Linked C-101EB idle click-spot to throttle model.
  • Normal brakes are lost now when hydraulic power is lost. Braking only available through parking brake.
  • Fuel enrichment will only work if engine computer is ON.
  • Added engine computer failure (manual mode).
  • Improved clock needles 3D model.
  • Throttle friction wheel can now be assigned to keyboard and joystick.
  • Removed throttle friction wheel from rear cockpit.

DCS Fw 190 A-8
  • Added the ability to assign radiator open/close function to the keyboard

DCS F/A-18C Hornet
  • Fixed skins: VFA-106 and VFA-106 high visibility.

DCS A-10A
  • Kneeboard in HUD only view (LAlt+F1) will not overlap TV screen, moved to left side.

DCS Ka-50
  • Shkval optics will not track targets that are obstructed by buildings.

DCS Spitfire IX
  • Corrected engine sounds.

Campaigns
  • UH-1H Worlds Apart - Spring 2025 Campaign by Low-Level-Heaven Mission Development. Updated missions 7, 8, 9.
  • The Museum Relic Campaign by Apache600. Updated MiG-15 and F-86F skins.

DCS MiG-19P by Razbam
  • Increased automatic flaps up behavior to 500 kmh and allow flaps to come back down when speed is reduced and still commanded down
  • MiG-19P Paintkit
  • Russian flight manual
  • Weathered and Factory fresh cockpit textures officially added. Selectable now from the module special options (you can delete the mod as it´s included in the module now)
  • New main menu and loading screen wallpapers
  • New cockpit and external model with VR improvements
  • Fixed seated pilot being ejected 500 meters away from the cockpit

DCS World
  • Distant sand storm effect will not overlap a smoke effect that is close to player.
  • Distant sand storm effect will not overlap a HUD glass.
  • HUD only view (LAlt+F1). Kneeboard is disabled by default.
  • Semi active missiles will not produced crash of game in some conditions.
  • FPS decreases significantly during server list refresh - fixed.

DCS C-101 by AvioDev
  • Added Fuel Enrichment Button functionality.
  • Linked C-101EB idle click-spot to throttle model.
  • Normal brakes are lost now when hydraulic power is lost. Braking only available through parking brake.
  • Fuel enrichment will only work if engine computer is ON.
  • Added engine computer failure (manual mode).
  • Improved clock needles 3D model.
  • Throttle friction wheel can now be assigned to keyboard and joystick.
  • Removed throttle friction wheel from rear cockpit.

DCS Fw 190 A-8
  • Added the ability to assign radiator open/close function to the keyboard

DCS F/A-18C Hornet
  • Fixed skins: VFA-106 and VFA-106 high visibility.

DCS A-10A
  • Kneeboard in HUD only view (LAlt+F1) will not overlap TV screen, moved to left side.

DCS Ka-50
  • Shkval optics will not track targets that are obstructed by buildings.

DCS Spitfire IX
  • Corrected engine sounds.

Campaigns
  • UH-1H Worlds Apart - Spring 2025 Campaign by Low-Level-Heaven Mission Development. Updated missions 7, 8, 9.
  • The Museum Relic Campaign by Apache600. Updated MiG-15 and F-86F skins.

DCS MiG-19P by Razbam
  • Increased automatic flaps up behavior to 500 kmh and allow flaps to come back down when speed is reduced and still commanded down
  • MiG-19P Paintkit
  • Russian flight manual
  • Weathered and Factory fresh cockpit textures officially added. Selectable now from the module special options (you can delete the mod as it´s included in the module now)
  • New main menu and loading screen wallpapers
  • New cockpit and external model with VR improvements
  • Fixed seated pilot being ejected 500 meters away from the cockpit

6 nov
2019
DCS World
  • Serverlist refresh will not infinite looping when user pressed F5 too often.
  • AIM-7. Fixed bug that caused the missile seeker to not see chaffs.

DCS F-16C Viper
  • Fixed crash with rockets firing after selective jettison

F/A-18C Hornet
  • Fixed DCS hangs on SA page.

DCS C-101 by AvioDev
  • Fixed engine sound that was broken in the latest update (real engine sound still WIP).
  • Fixed startup training mission. "VOR ON" step after startup will not pass without moving the NAV Volume selector in VOR-ILS-MB equipment.
  • Gear up and gear down commands added.
  • Gear emergency extension works now when using input command.
  • AoA indicator does not jump anymore from max to min and vice-versa when turning the knob with keyboard or joystick button.
  • Control stick can now be hidden using keyboard or joystick commands, not only click-spot.
  • "Ventilación Emergencia / Emergency Ventilation" depressurizes now cockpit.
  • Gear override button (crash button) has now a press and release function.

31 oct
2019
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DCS World
  • Corrected AGM-62 info in the encyclopedia.
  • Corrected armor of some vehicles.
  • Bullets of M134 minigun will be less powerful.
  • MP. Server in the servers list will not flashing while refresh in progress.
  • Fixed Su-33 radio menu error when bolting from Kuznetsov.
  • VKB Gunfighter Pro joystick customized profiles added for A-10C, F-5E, F-16, F-18, Ka-50, MiG-15.

DCS F/A-18C Hornet
  • AGM-62 TV picture will not duplicated on the central MFCD.
  • AWW-13 link pod will not interact with Maverick missiles.
  • Maverick TV picture will be B/W on the central MFCD, not greenish.
  • Corrected JDAM's drop sequence.
  • AGM-62 explosive power increased to appropriate amount.
  • Pod feed goes to static after AGM-62 impact.
  • Switching from TGP TGT Point back to CCIP no longer breaks CCIP
  • Pod no longer loses link with Walleye on drop via ground reload
  • Delay now works on the AGM-62 - 30ms delay
  • setting interval bugs the CCIP line out - Fixed

DCS F-16C Viper
  • INS Implemented (WIP)
  • TONE and SQUELCH switches animation corrected.
  • Corrected some texture glitches in cockpit.
  • Rudder pedals will not intersect wall when brakes depressed.
  • Engine Feed Selector fixed.
  • Fuel imbalance fixed.
  • SAI cage knob fixed.
  • Radio Presets cycling on the DED page.
  • EPU Run Light turns off sooner using the EPU/GEN Test Switch.
  • Selecting TACAN band fixed.
  • CDI sensitivity fixed.
  • The 3 and 7 pylons will be able to correctly changed payloads with corresponding launchers and racks.
  • Corrected sun glare on the canopy.
  • Added selective jettison section to F-16C guide.
  • Fixed weapon release after partial jettison, fixed weapon count on AG page after jettison

DCS C-101 by AvioDev
  • Added animation and functionality of following control stick and throttle elements:
    -Flight Control Stick GA Button
    -Flight Control Stick TCS Button
    -Rain Repellent Button (system not implemented)
    -Stores Release Button
    -Stores Release Guard
    -Fixed Weapons Trigger
    -Trigger Safety Catch
    -Fuel Enrichment Button
    -MPR Button
    -PTT Button
    -Sight Range Selector Handle in throttle grip
  • Fixed Standby Artificial Horizon pitch adjustment.
  • Fixed MPR function, it now disengages once electrical power is lost.
  • Implemented optical sight brightness (both forward and rear cockpits).
  • Optical sight depression rotaries are now correctly animated ( i.e. do not change values in an instantly manner), the first one is limited to value 2, other two got cycled animation.
  • Optical sight AUTO/MAN/TEST stich got TEST position spring-loaded.
  • Removed AFM_LODS and SFM_LODS folders.
  • Fixed Enrich label in throttle.
  • Added red texture to Trigger Safety Catch.
  • Removed SFM binaries from the module config, removed redundant C-101CC FM dll (single dll is used for both aircraft with FM varied with input parameters).
  • Trigger can be depressed (animation) only if safety catch is unlocked (both cockpits).
  • Stores Release Button can be depressed (animation) only if guard is open (both cockpits).
  • Control input names reorganization (WIP).
  • Increased opening speed of map box when using keyboard or joystick buttons.
  • Improved animation of PTT Pushbutton.
  • Smoke will only work now depending on guard and safety catch and Easy Flight setting in DCS interface (for now, until we make our own specific condition in Options "Special" tab of DCS interface).
  • Any weapon release and gun trigger will only work now depending on guard and safety catch and Easy Flight setting in DCS interface (for now, until we make our own specific condition in Options "Special" tab of DCS interface).
  • Reorganized and edited names of Smoke System in control inputs.
  • Fixed Throttle model of C-101EB (removed MPR button).
  • Fixed duplicate texture in canopy frame area of external model.
  • Command “Force cursor to show on/off” can be also mapped now to mouse.
  • Fixed pilot harness external 3D model.
  • Added default keyboard mapping for Stores Release and Trigger.
  • Improved AOA indexer 3D model.
  • Fixed 3D model of ejection seat once ejected and separated from pilot.
  • Modified auto-trim due to airbrake extension, to make it stop when reaching airbrake extension/retraction limits.
  • Added airbrake auto-trim cutout malfunction.

DCS AJS-37 by Heatblur Simulations
  • Idle-cut off command for Warthog HOTAS or similar throttle.
  • Probable fix to erroneous glideslope indication with TILS.
  • Guard against undefined behavior when selecting Bx-waypoint without loading data cartridge before.

DCS Fw 190 A-8
  • Fixed prop governor on cold plane.
  • Electrical circuit breakers correction that had an influence on gear selection and weapon usage.

DCS UH-1H
  • Startup mission trigger fix.

DCS F-14B by Heatblur Simulations
  • Fix for ripple bombs counting empty stations
  • Adjust default Num0 snap cockpit view
  • Fixed missing weapons for wingman in Normandy Dissimilar Air Combat Training Quickstart mission
  • Removed A2G set command for "Watching the Devildog" SP and COOP carrier start versions
  • Added Cage The Bear campaign cold start version. Thank you Kaba!
  • Several fixes to Cage the Bear hot start version. Thank you Kaba!
  • Fix for TCS line-of-sight not displayed on HUD in TCS slave mode (TCS slaved to radar) when it is tracking
  • Fix the ever-so-slightly misaligned radar scan coverage lines on TID
  • Reduced chaff effectiveness against AIM-54C
  • Added AIM-7F to loadouts
  • Updated to latest AIM-7M
  • Fixed smoothing errors on rear of fuselage
  • Improved appearance of exterior canopy
  • Re-positioned HGU-33 knob for visor-down in exterior (int pending)
  • Updated shader defs
  • Tweaks to memory management
  • Fix to ACLS wing drop in close when HDG and ALT hold are engaged
  • Adjusted drag penalty for full flap deployments at high speed
  • Adjusted buffet for slat and full flap deployments at high speed
  • Fix to buffet at full flaps

DCS MiG-21bis by Magnitude 3 LLC
  • Implemented special menu option to test the new SPO-10 function.
Note: Labeled as “Experimental Features” which upon activating, will switch to an updated version. Users who do not wish to participate in testing, should leave it unchecked, which will basically allow the use of the current and default version of the SPO-10.
Leave feedback at: https://leatherneck-sim.mantishub.io

DCS Spitfire IX
  • Corrected engine sounds (External, Cockpit, Distance).

Campaigns
  • F/A-18C Aggressors BFM Campaign by Mapple Flag:
    - Added manual INS alignment instructions in briefing and kneeboard.
    - Updated radio frequencies for channels.
    - Updated voice over trigger timing.
  • Bf 109 K-4 Jagdflieger Campaign by Reflected Simulations:
    - Enemy units hidden on F10 map.
    - Adler 1 and 2 will drop their bombs in mission 5.
  • P-51D: The Blue Nosed Bastards of Bodney Campaign by Reflected Simulations:
    - Enemy units hidden on F10 map.
    - Mission 14: enemy aircraft changed to FW-190A-8s, as it happened in real life.
  • Spitfire IX The Big Show Campaign by Reflected Simulations:
    - Enemy units hidden on F10 map.
    - Mission 1: altitudes of enemy units adjusted
  • A-10C Basic Flight Training Campaign by Maple Flag:
    - Corrected Flight Examiner aircraft altitude and waypoint timing in Missions 12.

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